Mafalda Doll
Mafalda was the girl we all wanted to be, even as teenagers and adults.
Talisman
An object carried on their person or kept nearby — to be contemplated, fondled, and consulted.
Bone & Flint Necklace
"Take this," she said. "It’s to thank you for your song."
Tree Ornament
Its very banality made it the perfect distillation of our fight.
Vasalisa
Instead of a feeling of protection, my amulet doll offers a sense of connection.
Soul Mother Sarees
They remind me of the strength of women of previous generations.
SpongeBob Bus
A constant reminder that kindness is the most powerful life vehicle.
Inkstone Broom
Its abrasiveness (or what you might call asperity) is perfectly calibrated.
Leary’s Stash Box
There were always drugs in the house — because everyone who visited him came bearing gifts.
Radioactive Trinitite
The suicidal ideation of the Cold War was infectious, and I caught it young.
