Surviving Ovarian Retirement
Shortly before my 49th birthday, internal alarm bells set off a menacing chime. “Why is she so snarky?” my pursed lips asked my clenched jaw. “Why is she so snacky?”…
Time For Another Edition of “What The Hell Is Happening To My Body!”
Welcome to 55+, known to us crusty cool cats as the corn husk years. The era where your body demands attention, akin to a cactus with a flair for the…
When It Rains It F✶✶king Pours
What happens to your body when life tries to eat you alive, one chunk at a time? When your inner stress regulator (aka, the nervous system) is set to high…
A Pain In The Ass
When I was young, I assumed that when I got old, my body and mind would inevitably go to pot. Inexperienced me thought everyone died of “old age,” so up…
Your Mane Reproductive Rights
Imagine finding yourself in desperate need of a haircut, but you’re forbidden to touch your luscious locks. Well, what the fuck, you’ve had access to a barber shop for the…
Papa Was A Kidney Stone
A kidney stone walks into a bar. The bartender says, “What’ll you have?” The kidney stone says, “Thanks dude, but I’m just passing through.” It started with sharp pains, like…
Shit’s About To Go Down
Poop jokes aren’t my favourite, but they’re a solid No. 2 It seems everyone these days is wrestling with a gut reaction. Autoimmunes, allergies, anxiety, aging. We’re talking deep doo-doo.…
We’ve Got The #Ladyballs To Tackle Ovarian Cancer
If you ever wondered what’s the flip side of hang-loose, try riding the Big C wave. Last fall, our family was hit by a cancer swell that threatened to pull…
An Open Letter To My Boobs
Winnebagos, melons, jugs, cans! Whatever you wanna call ‘em, our boobs need more cradling than just a good bra. October is Breast Cancer Awareness month. A reminder to check your…
