Curious Facts About Octopuses (And You and I)

Avra Margariti is a Social Work undergrad from Greece. She enjoys storytelling in all its forms and writes about diverse identities and experiences. "Curious Facts About Octopuses (And You and I)" is in Short Circuit #02, Short Édition's quarterly review.

1. Octopuses have nine brains. Me? I wouldn't want so many organs with which to overthink and fly into hysterics. You always ran from those—took the car and left me alone for hours, sometimes days, until I "calmed down." 2. Octopuses are masters of camouflage—they can mimic other oceanic objects and fade into the underwater scenery. I was a wallflower at high school and college dances. Now's no different. You said I was a nightmare at your office parties. I never interacted with the other spouses and partners, gripped my drink like a lifeline, and clung to your side so unattractively. 3. Oct

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