Posts by Leah Kalis
The Stylish Morphine Kit
By the late 19th century, the addictive powers of liquid morphine and opium was common knowledge. These addicts were called “opium eaters” or “morphinists,” and the most common route among the well-to-do ladies were patent medicines. Elixirs, tonics, and oils were all available at the pharmacy, through mail order, or by some helpful individual who…
Read MoreWelcome to My Website
Let’s start by saying hello. I’ve been writing all my life. My first endeavors were in a little pink diary with a lock. My one brother discovered it, reported the contents to my mother, and got me grounded for two weeks. My pleas that he should be punished for breaking and entering were largely ignored.…
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