Table of Contents - A. A. Chips

Here's a list with all the contents of the site. Good luck, I wish you the best.

All about me

• Here are some blurbs about me.
• How are you? I struggle with this question, and it's a lot easier and empowering to share this information if someone asks.
• This was an exercise for our stand up comedy support group where we list 100 things we know about ourselves. I hope reading through it doesn't cause you to eat rocks.
• I don't like eating out very much. It brings me a lot more joy to cook with people
• I'm an alienated family member who is actually wonderful
• I've been bed-free for years. Here are three different types of Hammocks you can set up where you sleep.
• Since the toilet paper scares in 2020, I have washed my behind with a squeeze bottle originally intended for barbecue sauce.
• Recently I was invited to participate in a local art project called Unlabel Me. This project addresses the stigmas and labels that are used to dehumanize us, and break through them. I am planning to speak for their showcase event on June 13 for 2-4 minutes. I was given a prompt with several open ended reflection questions.
• In January 2017, I packed my car and drove south without telling anyone. To some, it looked like I’d "chosen" homelessness. The truth? I was running to survive.
• Someone I know was performing in Hadestown. Teen Edition. I got gifted tickets. I went to see it. I am not a theater or musical person, but I listen to musical soundtracks and knew every other word. There was not a dry eye that night.
• I originally put this together as part of a birthday package for a young person I don't get to see anymore since running away. I am updating it and repurposing it five years later. I have lifelong delays and challenges with every day things, and this is the equilibrium that works for me. So maybe sharing it may be helpful for someone else.
• I've got to address something. I was told today I was giving off heavy Mr. Smee vibes, as in the supporting antagonist from Hook. I want to put on record, that I look nothing like Mr. Smee. I had a picture taken to prove how little of a resemblance there is. I am not Smee.
• For my Jewish cousins, my Arab siblings, and everyone caught in the crossfire of propaganda..
• This was a top rated response on Reddit.com to the question, "What did you learn about an odd unique person that made you say, 'I get you now'?" This describes me very well.
• My relationship with reading has fundamentally changed after a series of traumatic brain injuries. Dense blocks of text present a genuine barrier to my learning.
• I woke up this morning uneased after having back to back flashbacks over dream. It was a rough morning. I got a lot of solace reading the introduction to the book Forgetting the Former Things by Tamara Puffner and Joyce Hollyday. I've not felt more seen by a passage in a book for a long time.
• It's been one year since I started teaching Kindergarten. I am reflecting on what that's like.
• I am a founding patron at the 12 Baskets Café. Here is what that means to me.

Alienated

• 16 Truths I Would Tell Myself (While Alienated)

  Dealing with alienation, especially from family, is an incredibly painful experience. The emotional turmoil and confusion can feel overwhelming. Inspired by the insights of the Anti-Alienation Project, here are 16 truths to hold onto as you navigate this challenging journey.

• 200 Blunt Words from Minnesota Judge for Divorcing Parents

  No matter what you think of the other party—or what your family thinks of the other party—these children are one-half of each of your. Remember that, because every time you tell your child what an “idiot” his father is, or what a “fool” his mother is, or how bad the absent parent is, or what terrible things that person has done, you are telling the child half of him is bad.

• The Aftermath of Ending Contact

  Deciding to step back from family relationships—even when necessary—rarely brings the clean closure we hope for. What follows is often a quiet storm of emotions: grief, anger, guilt, and even unexpected loneliness. If you’ve made this choice, you might be grappling with feelings that seem contradictory or overwhelming.

• Alternatives to "I Love You"

  When words like "I love you" lose their meaning, it's time to find new ways to express affection and care. This post explores alternative phrases and actions that can convey love and support without relying on hollow platitudes.

• Attachment Therapist - Tiktok

  Steph the Attachment Therapist is a Tiktok account that shares insights and strategies for navigating complex family dynamics. Her videos offer a fresh perspective on healing and rebuilding relationships.

• The Child Who Is Not Embraced By The Village Will Burn It Down To Feel Its Warmth

  Exploring the proverb "The child who is not embraced by the village will burn it down to feel its warmth" and its implications for homelessness and community building.

• Dad Wasn't Who They Said He Was

  A story of discovering the truth about one's father after years of being alienated.

• Connecting on Discord and Safety Tips for Minors

  Guidelines and safety practices for young people using Discord and other online platforms.

• Dan's Story

  A personal account of navigating parental alienation and the importance of support and understanding.

• Have a Room

  Exploring the concept of having a dedicated space for personal growth and reflection, especially in the context of complex family dynamics.

• I Talked with Your Dad Last Year. He Wanted to Share This with You.

  A letter from a daughter to her estranged father, sharing her thoughts and experiences after years of separation.

• I'm Your Family Now

  A powerful video message from a daughter to her estranged father, emphasizing the importance of family and forgiveness.

• Must Watch for Divorcing Parents

  A list of resources and videos that every divorcing parent should watch to understand the impact of their actions on their children.

• Safer in the Graveyard

  A harrowing account of Tehmina's experience with parental alienation and homelessness, and her journey towards healing and empowerment.

• Supported Decision Making

  An exploration of supported decision making and its role in empowering individuals with disabilities, especially in the context of family dynamics and estrangement.

• Survivor Manifesto

  A powerful statement from survivors of parental alienation, emphasizing the need for understanding, support, and empowerment.

• Teen Bill of Rights

  A bill of rights for teenagers, outlining their rights and responsibilities within their families and communities.

• Tips for Schools

  Guidance for educators and school administrators on supporting students who are dealing with parental alienation and estrangement.

• Alienation is a Crime Against Your Children

  Parental alienation is a form of psychological manipulation in which one parent deliberately undermines the other’s relationship with their child. While it often flies under the radar in family court systems, there are rare but significant cases where it has been recognized as a crime—with convictions and prison sentences.

Sephardic Jewish for Palestine

Humor

• Alanis Morissette Narrates Your Day
• BP Spills Coffee: A Parody by UCB Comedy
• Friends is All Wrong
• You Died - Youtube Short
• Learn Attack: Could Humans One Day Die on Mars?
• L.P.D.: Libertarian Police Department
• Manhunt (Ed Sheeran Parody)
• The Onion: Ten Weirdest People You Know
• Can't Believe He's Gone
• The Diarrhea Brothers Save the Day
• The Place where Nothing Bad Happens
• Meme Collection
• Toilet Paper Bears
• Visit Titanic

Inspiration

• 150 years from now, none of us reading this post today will be alive
• Why didn't she leave?
• How Gen Z Shut Down a Controversial CRT Tip Line Using the Power of the Internet
• Don't help my wife. She's fine.
• Finland's Grade School Curriculum Includes Media Literacy
• Helpful things to do during a panic attack
• Jemez Principles of Democratic Organization
• You can fool the whole world down the pathway of years, and get pats on the back as you pass, but your final reward will be heartaches and tears if you've cheated the man in the glass
• The MOSAIC Method - A Free Assessment Tool
• The oldest written customer complaint was stolen by the British Museum in 1953, and has lived there ever since. It is written about in the Guinness Book of World Records. This complaint is 3767 years old, and was found in the ancient city of Ur in Southern Iraq.
• We have bigger houses, and smaller families. More convenience, but less time..
• Principles for Moral Revival
• See Something, Do Something
• Tomorrow's Cost
• The Funeral Concert where the body performed
• Inspirational Memes
• Frogs, candle people and dinosaurs. Strange Christmas cards from the past.

Writings

Journal

Street Care

• The Devastating Findings of a Decades-Long ADHD Study

  A recent episode of the Hyperfocus podcast featured a crucial discussion with Dr. Stephen Hinshaw, a leading voice in understanding ADHD in women and girls, largely due to his work on The Berkeley Girls with ADHD Longitudinal Study (BGALs). This decades-long research followed 140 girls with ADHD and a control group into adulthood, yielding significant insights that have shaped our current understanding of the condition in females.

• When "Choice" Isn’t Really a Choice

  If you’re reading this, you might be weighing an impossible decision: _Stay in a toxic or unsafe situation, or leave—even if leaving means homelessness._

• Austin, Texas: A Case Study in Universal Basic Income

  A guaranteed basic income plan in one of Texas's largest cities reduced rates of housing insecurity. But some Texas lawmakers are not happy.

• Don't Make Them Homeless: The Human Cost of Foreclosure

  When a family faces foreclosure, the consequences extend far beyond the loss of a home. It's a ripple effect that reverberates through every aspect of their lives, often leading to homelessness.

• Employee vs. Contractor: Understanding the Distinctions

  Navigating the world of work often presents a fundamental choice: employee or independent contractor. While both contribute to the workforce, their relationship with a hiring entity differs significantly, especially regarding control and responsibility.

• Forgetting the Former Things: A Journey of Brain Injury and Faith

  Personal stories, advocacy work, and reflections on homelessness, family alienation, and rebuilding life. Join me on this journey of expression and connection.

• Hobo Code Ethics: A Guide to Compassionate Encounters

  At the 1889 National Hobo Convention in St. Louis, a strict ethical code was established for all hobos to follow. Here are some tips we could all use, no matter what you carry in your rucksack.

• Ensuring Mental Wellness for Transgender & Nonbinary Youth with PFLAG

  Ensuring the mental wellness of transgender and nonbinary youth is a pressing issue. Organizations like PFLAG play a crucial role in providing support and advocacy.

• More Than a Meal: The Power of Sharing Tables and Street Stages

  Street performers and free meal programs are often vilified, but they serve vital roles in our communities. Let's celebrate them and advocate for their well-being.

• Now is not the time to acquiesce -- Universities Resist Funding Demands in Clash over Academic Freedom

  Universities are standing up for academic freedom, refusing to comply with federal demands. Will they prevail, or will financial threats force compliance?

• Preserve Southside Farm: A Call for Community Action

  The Southside Farm in Austin, Texas, is facing demolition. Join the movement to preserve this vital community resource.

• Rent is Too High: A Call for Affordable Housing

  Affordable housing is a pressing issue. Join the movement to advocate for policies that make housing more accessible and affordable.

• Responding to Panhandlers: A Guide to Compassionate Encounters

  Panhandling is a complex issue. Let's approach it with compassion and understanding, and advocate for policies that support those in need.

• Tomorrow's Cost: The Hidden Expenses of Homelessness

  Homelessness is not just a lack of shelter; it's a lack of access to basic needs. Let's advocate for policies that provide affordable housing and support services.

• See Something, Do Something: A Call for Compassionate Action

  When we see someone in need, it's our responsibility to act. Let's advocate for policies that support those in need and promote compassion in our communities.

• Stay Warm: A Guide to Winter Survival

  Winter is coming, and for many, it's a season of hardship. Let's advocate for policies that provide affordable housing and support services, and share resources to help those in need stay warm.

• TBI and Homelessness: Research Findings and Implications

  Homelessness is a complex issue, and for many, it's a lack of access to basic needs. Let's advocate for policies that provide affordable housing and support services.

• Wellness Checks: A Guide to Compassionate Encounters

  Wellness checks are a crucial tool for supporting those in need. Let's advocate for policies that support those in need and promote compassion in our communities.

• Should Social Workers Diagnose Mental Illness?

  Social workers play a crucial role in supporting those in need. Let's advocate for policies that support those in need and promote compassion in our communities.

• The Swannanoa Mulch Fire: A Call for Compassionate Action

  The Swannanoa Mulch Fire was a devastating event that highlighted the need for compassionate action. Let's advocate for policies that support those in need and promote compassion in our communities.

• The Paradox of Our Age

  Passage by the Dalai Lama.

• US Surgeon General Releases New Framework for Mental Health and Well-being in the Workplace

  The US Surgeon General released a new framework for mental health and well-being in the workplace. Let's advocate for policies that support those in need and promote compassion in our communities.

• Supported Decision Making: A Guide to Empowering Individuals with Disabilities

  Supported decision making is a crucial tool for empowering individuals with disabilities. Let's advocate for policies that support those in need and promote compassion in our communities.

• TBI and Homelessness: Research Findings and Implications

  Homelessness is a complex issue, and for many, it's a lack of access to basic needs. Let's advocate for policies that provide affordable housing and support services.

• Why Possums?

  Possums are often vilified, but they serve a vital role in our ecosystem. Let's celebrate them and advocate for their well-being.

• If you have never been in a hurricane - Nappy Thoughts

  A reflection on the aftermath of Hurricane Katrina and the importance of community resilience.

• Cultivating Community and Solidarity

  A reflection on the importance of community and solidarity in the face of adversity.

• When "Choice" Isn’t Really a Choice

  Addressing the misconception that homelessness is a choice and exploring the reality of limited options.

Poetry

Here are a few of my favorite [[Songs|songs..]]

[[Cantemos Playlist]] [[Mercy Songs I Cherish]]

Professional Projects

[[about-me]] [[What are Chips - Cool snacks and cool facts]] [[have-a-room]] [[public/Brief Timeline History]] [[chavacano]] [[public/chip off the old block]] [[Chips LLC - Workplace Navigation Guide]] [[public/Crowdfunding Campaign - A. A. Chips]] [[cuba-friends]] [[eight-months-post-helene]] [[bad-chip-testimonial-guide]] [[hadestown-review]] [[support-aachips]] [[founding-patron-12b]] [[obsidian-quartz/content/index]] [[Intro video]] [[Kairos Quotes]] [[ladino-phrases]] [[rodneylifeadvice]] [[One year into being a Kindergarten teacher, and what that's like.]] [[sephardic-kitchen]] [[sephardic-shabbat]] [[bite-sized-learning]] [[Stop praying for me without my consent. Stop cultivating fear in your prayers. It's not kind, it's selfish and no one asked for it.]] [[contents]] [[The Nomad Witch]] [[Tips for re]]

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