PinnedMember-only5 Things I Wish I Learned Before Turning 30Actually, I’m 34, but don’t tell anyone. — When it comes to basic life knowledge I’ve been what you can call a slow learner. Naturally self-absorbed and even narcissistic at times, I haven’t made the best student. Still, there is hope for me yet as I continue to grow and improve, here, in no particular order are 5…Personal Growth5 min readPersonal Growth5 min read
Published in Wholistique·Nov 12, 2021Member-onlyThe Benefits of Being an Only ChildWe aren’t all spoiled selfish brats, most of the time — Some people like to label those of us who grew up without siblings as spoiled, bratty, and/or selfish but it’s not that black and white. Nothing ever is. But people in my life are quick to blame any personality flaw I have on being an only child. I even had…Family6 min readFamily6 min read
Published in Fuck Niches·Nov 8, 2021Member-onlyMedium is a Great Place to Bitch About MediumThe most meta platform ever — Newbie, low on the totem pole Medium writer here having a great time reading and writing about Medium’s favorite topic, Medium. She’s a vain bitch who can’t stop going on about herself. I also can’t stop giggling at all the Medium Sucks, Medium Doesn’t Suck, Writers Who Bitch About Medium…Writing Life3 min readWriting Life3 min read
Published in Coffee Time Reviews·Oct 29, 2021Member-only‘Near the Bone’ Is a Bone-Chilling Monster TaleNeed an isolated survival story? Look no further — Summary Near the Bone, by Christina Henry is about a married couple, Mattie and William. They live on an isolated snowy mountain that has suddenly been threatened by a mysterious and dangerous creature. But the monster isn’t the only thing on the mountain to be afraid of. This book has isolation…Book Review5 min readBook Review5 min read
Published in Coffee Time Reviews·Oct 25, 2021Member-only‘Nothing But Blackened Teeth’: Both Grotesque and GorgeousA little horror book that gives you big creeps — If you follow the horror book community you’ve probably seen this book floating around for a bit. It’s been hyped up and anticipated and is finally available now that October crawls to an end. You can purchase a copy of ‘Nothing But Blackened Teeth’ by Cassandra Khaw here. TW include…Book Review5 min readBook Review5 min read
Published in Blow Your Stack·Oct 21, 2021Member-onlyThe Absolute Worst Thing About Being a ParentGuess where you can shove that invitation? — When I first became a parent I knew I was in for a whole new world of decisions and issues that would keep me up at night. Should I sleep train? How to discipline without landing them in therapy later? Breastfeeding sucks, do I really have to do it? What…Parenting4 min readParenting4 min read
Oct 19, 2021Member-onlyRetail Therapy is Complete BSShopping for pleasure now makes me miserable — Like the average American, I live in a small ass town, where there isn’t much to do but go to the big city nearby and shop and eat out. …Lifestyle4 min readLifestyle4 min read
Published in Coffee Time Reviews·Oct 14, 2021Member-only4 Horror Books You May Not Have Read YetStephen King didn’t make this list — Horror is one of my favorite genres to read and I feel there are so many good horror novels that don’t make it on enough lists. So, here are some of my favorites that you may not have read yet. Disclaimer: These are horror novels and all have some type…Books6 min readBooks6 min read
Published in Coffee Time Reviews·Oct 14, 2021Member-only6 Publishing Trends that Stop Readers From Buying BooksIt started out harmless enough and then it got a bit ranty — Reading is one of my favorite past times but purchasing actual books is an expensive hobby. I have to be selective on what books I get physical copies of. Whenever possible I try the library, 2nd handbook stores, ebooks for 99¢, etc. …Books5 min readBooks5 min read
Published in Blow Your Stack·Oct 8, 2021Member-onlyWhy Would You Put That On a Salad?It negates the whole point of eating a salad. — Like a lot of folks, I managed to pack on a few pounds during the last year or so and have been slowly trying to lose it. Not doing anything crazy, just trying to eat better. For me, that means a lot of salads. They aren’t that terrible and I…Rant3 min readRant3 min read
