I Run The Local Death Cafe

Harper Hazelmare
Human Parts
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2 min read6 days ago

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Photo by Aron Visuals on Unsplash

It started with being told I had five years to live. I was ill with a heart disease. Residents came to my room and we chatted in hushed voices at night about what the future might look like — and how much future might be left. I’d been admitted after turning blue at an ultramarathon I was participating in and kept for observation, seeing all sorts of medical professionals who were curious about my case.

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Harper Hazelmare
Human Parts

Writer of cautionary tales, lyrical narratives, and curated essayist. Maker of writings & art at brownhorseherbal.com. (she/they + we/our/ours)