Thanks, Zack! Things are much easier now. I’ve talked with my mom sparsely, but distance is healthiest, I think. I appreciate the kind words on the writing, as well — it did help make sense of things that get overwhelming and tend to swirl. Thank you for commenting and the kind words!
Written by Nichole R
Copywriter, recovering academic, amateur cyclist, literature enthusiast. I write hard truths because my silence won’t protect me (thanks, Audre Lorde).