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There are folks that I met on tumblr as a teenager
With whom I'm still in contact today.
These are people that I've never met face to face,
But whose secrets I know, whose angsts I know.
People I have grown into adulthood with.
People who have surprised me,
People who have met my expectations,
People who are working, or aren't,
People who now have kids, or don't.
People who I am tied to by ethereal internet threads that have remained unsevered for over a decade.
Every once in a while we message each other,
And it feels like catching up with an old friend.
The modes of our communication,
Remain the same.
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there’s nothing better than corresponding w niche person from peru etc you met like 5 years ago on twitter. kinda feels like a digital version of that ethan hawke / julie delpey american-french romance film. honestly, some of my longest relationships
Feb 2, 2024
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someone i used to know a decade ago just overdosed this morning.
our last convo was way back in 2017. we shared a love of film cameras and would endlessly nerd out over gear. I scrolled through our old messages, wishing that i'd done more keep in touch.
it got me thinking about all of the people who'd impacted my life at some point, and how many of those friendships had faded away with the years.
there was one friend in particular that came to mind. someone who was my best friend at one point.
and out of the blue, he texted me to catch up.
Jan 6, 2025
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I just had some convos with middle school friends and it’s crazy how much has changed but it feels really nice to just check in sometimes. Reminds me that everyone’s always around if you’re willing to take the first step
Feb 21, 2025
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No reading feels better than reading done in avoidance.
Reading that happens in desperate spurts
fueled by the reality of obligations
that hinge on closed pages.
Reading to spite your boss
is richer than
reading that happens
when you should be asleep.
Jan 27, 2024
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Playing Axel F’s “Crazy Frog” in delicate moments is a power move that should not be taken lightly.
Places to consider:
-a packed elevator
-liquor store checkout line
-dentist’s office waiting room
-funeral processions, generally
-at the nail salon
-during zoom therapy
Jan 24, 2024
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That game sucks and people get so sweaty over it.
Why can’t we just enjoy each others company, drink a little wine, and listen to a good album?
Colonialism the Game is not where it’s at.
Jan 27, 2024