joy in the making is an independent online publication hosted on Substack, where I share stories, poems, and art about the people, places, and practices that shape my journey through Blackness, queerness, healing, spirituality, and creativity.
Say yes: A recollection. by Joy Haugabook
The pursuit of the divine in service of our collective survival, resistance, and liberation. (Note: I am speaking to Black people and Black people only. If it don't apply, let it fly.)
Read on Substackconcealed intention by Joy Haugabook
This is a light piece and a little love letter to the spades players. Also, enjoy these images from my ongoing photo series :D
Read on SubstackA small introduction by Joy Haugabook
Some preliminary thoughts on the purpose of this publication and why I create things.
Read on SubstackEncounter by Joy Haugabook
A poem from May 2023 about a palpable joy birthed from seeds planted, watered, and bloomed
Read on Substacktouching grass by Joy Haugabook
how composting, gardening, meditating, yoga, and kickboxing became grounding practices and spaces for revelation
Read on SubstackA little lament is food for the soul by Joy Haugabook
Reflections on Hurricanes Milton and Helene brought to you by science, gratitude, and grief
Read on Substacka note on growth cycles. by Joy Haugabook
alternative title — enbys in stem: notes on capitalism, colonialism, bootlickers, our dignity, and our survival
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