Kathryn D'Agostino

Tag: identity

  • Awe

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    Originally Posted on October 1st, 2023 I’ve been on a bit of a creative kick recently. Maybe it’s the super full moon, or the transition to the fall season, or just my personal journey. Whatever it is this creativity of mine has really centered on themes of womanhood, patriarchal structures, and the spaces we make…

  • Hug a Disco Ball

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    Originally Posted on September 28th, 2023 Filling every crevice Sticking to every surfaceLike a college dorm room after HalloweenOr a pop stars world tour Trauma can feel like being dipped in glitter You become a novelty Like gays to Fire IslandThey’ll go for a fun summer weekend But sure as hell aren’t toughing it out…

  • Self Discovery

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    Originally Posted on September 10th, 2023 The sheer neglect I compromised myselfCrashed and burned from straddling the line Was swallowed whole by a crushAnd my heart split open my chest

  • Beasts

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    Originally Posted on September 1st, 2023 Trauma is a fickle beastEmotions enmeshed in the furthest reaches of our soulTo intellectualize the hurt is to allow it to burrow deeper withinThe only way out is through And so I felt them The sinking pit of despairThe uncontrollable laughterThe sudden gush of tearsThe constricting of my rib…