Matrescence underlined in red
Once again I want to take you into the realm of linguistic oversight, one of neglect in a profound, transformative journey: Matrescence. As I came across this term a world unfolded in front and inside of me. I felt seen and recognized but at the same time it became painfully clear how carefully hidden this word and the experience of matrescence is.
The divine origin of the word Gossip
In a captivating narrative of language, the word "gossip" emerges from the shadows of its Old English predecessor, "Godsibb." Linguistic that intertwines the sacred and the social, "Godsibb" or “Gods Sibling” marries the divine and familial, originally denoting godparents or those considered kin (or chosen family) in medieval times. This linguistic journey, marked by the patriarchy, is a poignant reflection of societal shifts that have often marginalized and belittled the female experience.