Archive - Paper Limbs

Shame is a Shitty Muse

I'm learning to forgive myself so I can create again. Some techniques that filled my cup up to pour back into art, including book publishing.

Apr 28 • Captain Erica

I Ate Raw Wal-Mart Beef in My Car

Here is Why I Kept Doing It For 2 Years.

Apr 7 • Captain Erica

March 2026

I’m Terribly Busy (Doing Absolutely Nothing for Anyone Else)

When your entire existence has been making other people happy, quitting the show can induce panic. Here’s why I did it anyway.

Mar 28 • Captain Erica

Madness Is A House

Waking up every 3 hours to evict the mercury, the toxic truth about "health" foods, and remembering the person I used to be.

Mar 23 • Captain Erica

Tinkerbell energy, cold tubs, and the triumph of scent. Exploring the quiet joy of a body that’s healing and a home that feels more and more like a…

Mar 19 • Captain Erica

When Is The Last Time You Peeled An Orange?

Considering it could make my eyes swell shut, maybe still the best decision I've made all day.

Mar 12 • Captain Erica

February 2026

Don't Forget About The Birds In Your Life

Do you have a spirit animal? What symbols in your life show up in repetitive patterns? These are the connected threads in my life this morning.

Feb 21 • Captain Erica

Remind Me In The Morning to Tell You About Darrell

Sometimes a touch of insomnia isn't as bad as it sounds.

Feb 13 • Captain Erica

Chronic Illness Can Teach You Patience (if you let it)

I guess this was the Universe’s approach to teaching me patience, that I couldn’t have learned in an easier way. It’s good to keep a sense of humor in…

Feb 11 • Captain Erica

Journal: February 8, 2026

That one time I played the saxophone, and I'd like to hear some more.

Feb 9 • Captain Erica

Journal: February 4, 2026

Maybe next time I'll draw a little noodle.

Feb 5 • Captain Erica

Why you should never throw away an old journal

Manifesting isn't what they sell you on social media. Sometimes you can do simple spell casting in journals.

Feb 4 • Captain Erica

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