Staring out the window, my thoughts drifted with the waves. A blanket of sapphire sky was painted above the lake, creating nothing but blue scenery …
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My Retro Sanctuary
The word “retro” might be the way that someone would describe it, but with the funky wallpaper and mustard yellow countertop, most people would call …
Read More »Drowning in Debt
This past month, I’ve experienced a deep wave of heaviness. June was the start of my first student loan payment, and it hit me like …
Read More »20 Seconds
“All you need is just 20 seconds – 20 seconds of insane courage.” We Bought a Zoo is one of those heart-warming family films that …
Read More »Car Trouble
“Ahh! I think I have a flat tire. I’ll have to call you back.” Click. I tossed my phone in the passenger seat and huffed dramatically. …
Read More »My Flight Home
“Dad, I want to come home.” A tear slid down my cheek as I choked back uncontrollable sobs. It had only been three hours – …
Read More »A New Puppy
Puppy licks, snuggles, and soft, furry paws make me incredibly happy. I absolutely love dogs, having owned more than my fair share of them. Golden …
Read More »Healthy Habits
“Can I get you anything else?” Staring at my leafy salad, I paused before replying, “Yes, I’ll have a side of garlic parmesan fries as …
Read More »GRADual Insight
Madeleine Mae Temple-Lowe.” My heart raced as my name rang out among the sea of people. This was it—the most exciting moment I’d worked so …
Read More »Spring Cleaning
The fresh scent of lavender soap and clean laundry waft through my apartment. Ahh! Spring is finally here and with it comes the undeniable urge …
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