Today is my parents' 45th wedding anniversary, so I thought I would interview them about their story. One random day in October in 1972, my parents decided to elope in Baltimore, Maryland. My dad is Chinese (American born) and my mom is white. That's partly why their relationship … [Read more...] about The Story of an Elopement
David James Poissant
David James Poissant, or Jamie, was one of the most prolific writers in grad school. It seemed like he was always churning out stories, and not just stories, but stories that were winning national awards. So, I'm not going to lie, it was kind of a relief to hear that his life can … [Read more...] about David James Poissant
A Mother’s Gaze
The other day I was staring at my daughter's face, as I often do, trying to memorize it, while also admiring its every feature. Her huge brown eyes and long lashes, the hairs between her eyebrows, the cute little button nose, the pursed lips, the gap between her teeth, her smooth … [Read more...] about A Mother’s Gaze
Anne Marie and Relapsing Polychondritis 5
When it comes to our health, doctors may be the experts, but we must be our own best advocates. The Internet can bring terrifying results (just ask any mother googling "fever" at 2am) but it can also create powerful online communities for people searching for answers. You know … [Read more...] about Anne Marie and Relapsing Polychondritis 5
Karen Hattrup
I've known Karen Hattrup since college, where I think it's fair to say we both desperately tried to avoid the social scene, me by going abroad by a year, and her by going to Thailand for a semester. Even back then, Karen was known amongst us liberal arts types as an incredibly … [Read more...] about Karen Hattrup