Author Archives: Sister Wolf

Am I an Elephant?

The other day, I asked a male loved-one this question: Let’s say you believe you’re a woman. Now, let’s say you believe you’re an elephant. Is there a difference between these two beliefs? If  so, is one more legitimate than … Continue reading

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The Path Forward

Just kidding, there is no path forward; we are screwed. Our fate is sealed and there will be no place on earth that is safe from his malice, incompetence, and those sickening hand gestures. Weren’t we naive to believe in … Continue reading

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Atonement for Atonement

While many of my waking hours recently have been spent flipping out about technical problems maintaining this fucking blog, I have also been reading. Essays upon essays about subjects unlikely to improve my body or soul, or even my mood. … Continue reading

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Is It Awful Enough Yet?

I don’t even know where to begin. I guess I’ll start with politics. Who knew there could be someone more awful than Trump?? The more you learn about J.D. Vance, the more you realize that he’s the devil. He even … Continue reading

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Judith Butler: Gender Schmender

If you’re unacquainted with Judith Butler, you’re in for a real treat. Judith Butler “is an American philosopher and gender studies scholar whose work has influenced political philosophy, ethics, and the fields of third-wave feminism, queer theory, and literary theory.” … Continue reading

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After I’m Dead

It is my nightly ritual to get into bed at around 1:00 am and read until I’m drowsy enough to sleep. The other night, I put my book down and surveyed my bedroom. I was suddenly overcome with a bittersweet … Continue reading

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Big Babies!

My brain has been hibernating due to too much internet scrolling, but it has awakened with a bang, thanks to the discovery of an Adult Diaper Spa. Just linger on those three words. They are so incongruous and dissonant. And … Continue reading

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Is the Progressive Discourse Antisemitic?

In a word, yes. If you weren’t raised as a Jew, you have no standing to speak on this. As a Jew, I decide what is, and is not, antisemitic, just as POC will decide what is, and is not … Continue reading

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A Christmas Party

I went to a Christmas party at the home of one of my husband’s friends, even though I was close to backing out at the last minute. Backing out of things has been my m.o. for most of my life, … Continue reading

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Midweek Hatefest

This morning I said “I hate you” to my toothpaste, and I meant it. Every time I use it, the tube needs to be unclogged. It’s been a while since I last said I Hate You to an inanimate object, … Continue reading

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