Vol. 6, Issue 3: Deconstructing Love, Part 1
AZE, 6(3): Deconstructing Love, Part 1
Contributors: Ell Huang, RK, Faith Cardillo, Kennedy, Caleigh Larkin, Emilie Miranda, Beryllium, Evan Witmer, Clarissa Grunwald, R McNulty, Allison Steele, R Hunsicker, Holly Payne-Strange, SJ White
Editor: Michael Paramo
Cover Artwork: “De-Object” Paramo
Supporters: This journal issue would not be possible without AZE’s supporters on Patreon. A special thank you to Lindsey, Alex Hansen, Caitlin McKenna, Chris Pasillas, and Heidi Samuelson! You can support the journal here.
Date of Publication: May 9th, 2024
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When I was taken, it was supposed to be a compliment.
until someone’s idea / becomes a reality / and fulfills that empty promise / of “love”
never a larger divide than when I pull at your orbit
I was healthy and you told me I was sick
Hello, I’m from the Aphobic Government™, where we are still stuck in our imperialist era.
Sorry [about what could have been – but trying to be less sorry for who I am].
Thank you for showing me
This new and dappled world.
Don’t only love your aro/ace/agender-ness, but the unknown capabilities of what they will become.
I’m reminded of how cruel Cupid was to both of us.
Even with distance, I think I understand
“And that, ladies and gentlemen, is how the sausage is made.”



