Recommended Reading #86: Memoir, Pt. III
"A teachable moment about polyamory, sex and children" by Jezebelle Jay (Non-monogamy, Sex and Culture) 9/6/11
I admit that since non-monogamy seems so understandable and unsurprising to me, I have sometimes forgotten that it seems, at this point, often profoundly misunderstood and judged by American culture as a whole (I've experienced the same thing around sex work). I find this very disheartening and disappointing, but I really appreciate this author's account of how she handled the situation she relates. I too wholeheartedly hope for a time when such a thing is not judged so automatically but understood as just another relationship choice it is up to each individual/relationship configuration to make.
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"The fight goes on." by The Bloggess (Non-sex-related, Health and Healing, Mental Illness, Sociology) 1/2/12
As sobering as this post strikes me as being, I appreciate what I perceive as its openness and commentary on depression and mental illness. I wish the author all the best.
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"Working for Slo-Mo" by Jean Roberta (Sex Work, Sociology) 2/2/12
I found this account of Ms. Roberta's entrance into the escorting profession compelling, incisive, and even poignant at the end. I appreciate her sharing it.
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