The injury is now a matter of proportion, the ratio of pain-free minutes to painful hours. It’s changing in a positive direction, but can still be bad. The sensation has changed. It’s sharp and localized, still sometimes in the left … Continue reading
The truth is that if I update daily I’m not sure how helpful it would be to anyone trying to keep up with me. I spend a lot of days just keeping myself focused. Describing this isn’t a habit I’m … Continue reading
A couple people have asked about oxycodone given a few mixups over the last couple of weeks. I’ll share. Firstly, Oxycodone is a Schedule II drug, the same category as opium and morphine. The difference between Schedule I and Schedule … Continue reading
The thing about an internal injury is that it can only be felt. This leaves the imagination free to do the unavoidable work of producing visuals. For my injury, there are two. At times the feeling has a pressure quality, … Continue reading
Everyone, hi there. Just a quick update to let you know that updates are to return extremely soon, probably later today and then very regularly from then on, hopefully daily. Thank you all for the letters of concern. It’s been … Continue reading
It’s an odd feeling when everyone thinks you’re broken, especially if you’re partially known for being the least breakable. “Obsidian! I heard you’re seriously injuried! OMG! Is there anything I can do? Can I bring you soup?” It’s such a … Continue reading
There was an October snow storm over the weekend and it took everyone in the city by surprise. Saturday morning I was awakened by the sound of snow plows. I have a very strong association with the sound. When I … Continue reading
