Life
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Writing Update: I Won Something
I’ve been doing a piss poor job of updating this blog. Not because I haven’t been writing. Quite the opposite, actually. I’ve been banging my head and hands against the keyboard nearly everyday. And now that I’ve finally come up for air——I HAVE GRAND NEWS TO SHARE. Earlier this year, in the thick of another Continue reading
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Butterfly
From Terms & Conditions May Apply, a collection of poems. Butterfly—Where even in the depth of depression, where the water is too deep for light, a glimmer still transcends once in a while. Continue reading
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When The Villainess Comes
From Terms & Conditions May Apply, a collection of poems. When The Villainess Comes —I’ll take a knee, kiss her crown, and finally find my place to rest. Continue reading
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The Demon Ate
From Terms & Conditions May Apply, a collection of poems. The Demon Ate —Where depression’s been kicking my ass this year. Continue reading
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Someone Like Me
From Terms & Conditions May Apply, a collection of poems. “Someone like me” — after a year of dog ownership Continue reading
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Brushing Past God
“Bro, what if we lose our minds,” I murmur, standing outside the doorway of a sterile room with a shower and a large white tank tucked into the corner. “I can’t fucking wait,” Kaka grins from the room next to mine. “I’m ready to transcend.” We exchange a glance with each other—her eyes wide and Continue reading
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Not Today, Spring
Spring is here. The sound of melting snow and chirping birds, lacking the howling wind that cuts with a bitter bite. The air is warm and still, sometimes unsettlingly still. The world is waking up, and it’s giving ✨anxiety✨. cries in distress. I didn’t always fear spring. In fact, I used to look forward to Continue reading
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Hot Damn 2024, Next!
In the spirit of starting the year off slow, as one should in the season of hibernation, I’m taking my sweet time to conclude 2024, which has just become past tense, before beginning anew. Thank You 2023, Next! <- Clearly, Kate ’23 had similar foresight. If ’23 was the year I awoke to the idea Continue reading
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Dear SAD Girlies: Here’s How We’re Getting Through Winter Together
Holy mackerel, January sucks ass. If this is your birthday month, you might feel differently, but for the rest of us plebs? Let’s call it like it is: post-holiday and New Year gloom is hitting. Hard. We’ve officially entered the worst months of the year—yes, February included. Let’s not kid ourselves that Valentine’s Day will Continue reading
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The Other Side of The Puppy Blues & Reactivity
We’re at month 3 of dog ownership, and I have a Mount Everest-sized rollercoaster of emotions and stories to share. From buzzing excitement at the beginning to confusion, disappointment, and despair, to the feeling of loss and mourning, to acceptance and regaining a stable perspective. I learned so much in the past three months about Continue reading
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Thank You 2023, Next!
Consistently taking good care of ourselves on a day-to-day basis is often overlooked, but it’s just as important, if not more, than the next shiny exciting milestone. In this post, I reviewed how I learned to take care of myself through various endeavours such as writing, taking daily walks, sustaining a fitness routine, and search… Continue reading
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How to Set and Achieve New Goals
Resolutions aren’t just for New Year’s—choose Mondays, 1st of the month, or any fresh start. This guide empowers goal-setting anytime by making goals actionable and measurable, breaking them into bite-sized to-dos with set frequencies. Habit-tracking template included! Remember: setbacks are part of the journey; adjust your plan and celebrate small wins. Trust yourself; this guide… Continue reading
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A K-drama Inspired Fencing Story
Life is random, and we can only connect the dots looking backwards. Here’s me recounting my journey to becoming a competitive fencer at the age of 29 after watching a Korean drama. I hope my story inspires you to begin that adventure that’s been burning in the back of your mind. Continue reading
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A Summary Guide to the Canadian East Coast
A concise guide to a 12-day Canadian East Coast road trip that includes the itinerary, packing essentials and costs. Continue reading
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A Journey to the Canadian East Coast
We’re back from our 12-Days East Coast road trip, and I’m here to spill all the memorable moments, and moments that we’d plan differently! Continue reading
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