Tag Archives: workaholism

Hard work: On the retreat of the Write-a-matrix and the victory of her nemesis, Hacıyatmaz


Now that I have challenged myself to carefully consider the topic of “work” as part of December’s NaBloPoMo, two of the primary metaphorical puppets that have inhabited my mind for some years now are popping up once again in earnest. … Continue reading

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Take your kaynana to work day: A Turkish mother-in-law’s observations of an academic


Yesterday, I wrote about my Turkish mother-in-law (kaynana) – or rather – my phantom mother-in-law, as she passed away before I had the honor of meeting her.  During the time I have been with M., I have gleaned bits and … Continue reading

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