During the summer between my freshman and sophomore year of high school, I worked at a Hot Dog on a Stick type of establishment in the mall. I had only been working there a few weeks when, on this ... [ Read More ]
Heartbreak is indeed heartbreaking
In my darkest hours, I often retreat to the safety of my hall closet. I suppose the tight walls in that pitch black space cradle me like my mother’s womb and I feel held again. Or maybe it’s because ... [ Read More ]
Anxiety, Pouty of One?
My mom was in town for the last two weeks (God Bless her!) to play nurse while I recovered from my gutting. (OUCH!) For 24 hours straight, and 12 straight days, mom and I were together. That’s a ... [ Read More ]
I’m Happy, but not “Clap Along” Happy
I was a cheerleader for seventeen years and a high school cheer coach for ten years. If there’s anything I know how to do, it’s to fake enthusiasm and smile through defeat (Like the three straight ... [ Read More ]
Things That Should Be Banned Along With Donald Sterling
Mankind knows no limit. Honestly, humanity is amazing! Do you realize that out of nothing at all, we've created famous structures like Machu Picchu, the Great Wall of China, the BIGGEST ... [ Read More ]
Why I Love Music But Don’t Love Music Festivals
I love music, I just don’t LOVE music festivals. Admitting this will not go over well here in the music capital of the world of Austin, Texas. It’s about as popular a sentiment as a Californian ... [ Read More ]
You Get What You Pay For
I didn’t always used to be so chintzy. While some people were born total cheapskates, unwilling to pay top-dollar for quality products and services, I assure you, I was NOT one of them! However, ... [ Read More ]
Don’t let comments on Social MEANia hurt your feelings
Sometimes I forget that people can be mean. (Yes, I live in a cave far, far away from the real world. HA!) Truth is, people can say something that can rattle your soul and cause you to react, ... [ Read More ]
NFL Football: Now you can get a cheerleader and a hotdog
NFL Cheerleaders are not fast food. Well, let me clarify, NFL Cheerleaders should not be treated like fast food! Yet, the National Football League has approved an App that will allow fans an ... [ Read More ]
What’s in a Name?
Based on my name alone, I often wonder if my parents thought they were having kittens rather than twins. I desperately want to believe my name selection resulted from last-minute spontaneity. ... [ Read More ]