Naseem recently published a great post about the AIDS awareness campaign in Jordan – and the debate has been interesting. One issue that has come up several times is the idea that the promotion of abstinence is an integral part of Jordanian society. I believe that it is an integral part of Jordanian society onContinue reading “Sexual health, Jordan, and a few words specifically on abstinence”
Author Archives: Natalia Antonova
Just a quick site announcement in regards to the fairy tales
“The Inheritance” has been tweaked and is once again available for your reading pleasure (or displeasure). It’s the first fairy tale I ever published here, so go easy on it, please. Be gentle. Use the leather belt sparingly. đ
The Literary Note
This one was originally facilitated by Facebook, it came to me via a very old and very well-read friend – John – who himself received it from a lovely person named Carole. It’s more challenging than it looks. You have received this note because someone thinks you are a literary geek. Copy the questions intoContinue reading “The Literary Note”
While I’m busy writing and keeping up with WAM on Twitter
Let the puppies take care of you.
Speaking of Violence & Jordan
This is a piece by a young American woman who came to Jordan to study abroad and found herself in a horrific situation one day. Katherine’s story, and how she dealt with what happened to her, makes for fascinating reading. Please note that there is a huge, neon TRIGGER WARNING on this one.
Natalia A. 