When you find yourself in a dark place,
you may think you’ve been buried.
Perhaps you’ve been planted.
Bloom.
These drawings summarize women’s stories about the experience of menopause, including some things I’ve lived through and some things I’ve heard about. Perimenopause is a deep and profound turning point in a woman’s life, though of course your mileage and route will vary. Hope you enjoy the map.
*This artwork was first published by The Rumpus in August, 2018, at https://therumpus.net/2018/08/spotlight-the-crones-guide-to-menopause/.