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Poetry- Him And Her
Dear gentle reader, I wished it could be him and me. I longed for him to say, ‘her and me.’ But it was always him and her Never him and me. There was always a ‘her Even if she was not here I could always see her through him Through his eyes The one I…
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Picture Day
In seventh grade, during the daily sixth-period lunch, hordes of 12-year-old girls would gather like bacteria clusters around two particular tables aligned along the central tiles of the cafeteria floor. What brought these girls — tall and short, blonde and brunette, outgoing and quiet —together in this cult-like fashion? The answer was simple: Korean Pop,…
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To Drink Or Not To Drink
I live in the UK, where a lot of the culture is to drink or to go out for a drink after work. Now, when I say drink, I mean an alcoholic beverage; whether that’s beer, vodka, gin, wine, you name it, our pubs have got it. We can drink from the age of 18,…
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Poetry- Autumn Leaves
Autumn leaves, falling slowly on the ground Reminiscing back to the memories of summer, I found I remember basking in the heat as I feel the cold embrace of the wind on my face Funny how the weather changes quickly I remember the fun times and how we laughed together, as I feel the loneliness…
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Poetry- Growing Together
McDonald’s after school became Saturday nights at restaurants. Sleepovers became vacations together. Crying over boys became crying over life. Seeing each other every day became seeing each other once a week. Discussing homework became discussing work. We grew up together, girls becoming women, with everything changing, yet still remaining the same. This was written by…
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Sweater Weather Cinema: 10 Must-Watch Films to Cozy Up With This Fall
The transition from summer to autumn always amazes me. It’s finally a time when wrapping yourself in a soft blanket or slipping on a knitted cardigan feels just right. The smell of pumpkin spice, the crunch of fallen leaves beneath your feet, and the early sunsets create a comforting atmosphere that makes you want to…
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5 Ways To Make A Costume On A Budget
This is one of my favorite months of the year. It’s not too cold, not too hot, but most importantly…. Halloween is coming up. As a cosplayer, I’ve enjoyed dressing up. However, when it comes to choosing a costume, it can be pricey. Stores like Party City and Spirit Halloween have a great selection; however,…
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Poetry- A Slice Of Life
As I walk down the street, Trying to remain inconspicuous, Weaving in and out, Dodging the mobility scooter. As I stroll down the road, Slowly shuffling behind the elderly, Or a couple holding hands, Catching speed and passing them by, Zooming off into the distance. This was written by our contributing writer, Lyndsey Richards.
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Picnic Ideas For Spring
A perfect picnic date sounds lovely! Here’s a plan to make it a memorable and enjoyable experience. Picnics are a perfect gesture of a comeback this season. Setting: – Choose a scenic spot with a beautiful view, such as a park, garden, or by a lake or river. – Consider the weather and have a…
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Boosting Your Mental Health During Autumn
If you are an avid summer fan, you know that moving from the seasons of summer to autumn can be very difficult. Transitioning from basking in the summer heat to wrapping yourself up in the cold, bleak weather is a huge shift for those who love the summer season. In this article, I’ll give you…
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Our Differences Make Us Better Together
Marriage is defined in the dictionary as a noun. Webster’s defines marriage as 1) A similar union of more than two people; a polygamous marriage. 2) The legal union of a man and woman as husband and wife, and in some jurisdictions, between two persons of the same sex, usually entailing legal obligations of each…
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Friendships Feed Our Souls
Friendships, especially those ride-or-die friends, are the lifeline to keeping a woman’s sanity in place. When I was a teenager and even through my twenties, the more friends I had, the more I felt like I was on top of the world. It told me I was something to everybody, which could actually never be…