“What is that?” I thrust the test at my husband, my whole body vibrating with…fear? Anticipation? Confusion? My husband, who had been asleep moments ...

“Why do you and your mom get so many tattoos? You cried like a banshee during your first one!” my dad said after I ...

Dear Zee-Zee,   I didn’t get to say goodbye the day you departed from this world. A brief text broke the news. We knew your ...

Author’s note: The names of the others involved with this experience have been changed out of respect.   A random customer stormed up to me while ...

May 8, 2003, will always be the day my existence split into ‘before’ and ‘after.’ My knees buckled when I heard: “You have cancer.” ...

Sometimes my confidence in my identity wavers. However, one aspect that I’ve learned to embrace is my sexuality. I’m a proud member of the LGBTQ+ community and identify ...

Have you ever been blindsided by a song you’ve heard a thousand times? The familiar words posing a question that you’ve wrestled with constantly? I had this experience while playing music ...

“What do you want for your birthday? Are you going to celebrate with anyone?” Grandma asks me while we sit across from each other ...

Content Warning: This piece mentions thoughts of suicide. Please read with caution  How do I confess to family and friends that I almost did ...

In 2019, my girlfriend and I scored tickets to see Dear Evan Hansen, my favorite musical. As I walked into the theater, the buzz ...