Thursday, March 28 2024 - 10:54 PM

Jael Amador

writes from New York, New York.

My Real Enemy

Julie O’Connell was my very first nemesis. I met Julie on the first day of second grade. We were both new students at our school, …

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Those Who Mourn

Today is my grandmother’s birthday. She would have been 87. She passed away 10 days ago. I was in my kitchen with my sister when …

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Small Steps

When I’m stressed out, I like to go out for a good run. In that moment when the world becomes too much for me, I …

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I’ve Got Friends

And they said that the worst is over. Boy, were they wrong! After having defended my dissertation, I am now going to embark on the …

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My Enemy, Anxiety

I did it. What, I did it? I DID IT?! Yes, I DID IT!!!! I just passed the oral defense of my dissertation proposal! I …

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A Leap of Faith

I’m always up for an adventure. Except when that adventure involves water. Despite four years of swimming lessons at the YMCA next door to my …

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