On the Verge
by Nataliein 📚 Literature
On the Verge
About the Substack
Personal essays on grief, love, friendships, young adulthood, and the small things in life.
About Natalie
On the Verge is made up of rambling personal essays and notes on life's delightful indulgences.
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