Originally drafted October and November, 2025.
Revised June 10-12, 2026

Since coming out on Al Gore’s internet, I am talking about a lot of really personal stuff over the next several essays. Expect most of these posts to be paywalled. Subscriptions are $25 a year to support my writing, a bargain compared to most other personal newsletters of this caliber and consistency! Hugs and kisses to the 28 folks who have already upgraded their subscriptions. HAPPY PRIDE! 🏳️‍🌈

One of the most painful realizations I had about the breakdown of my marriage is that I had long conflated safety and security. In retrospect, I had safety. But I never had security.