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Who are Gen X’ers and why was the decade they grew up in so great?
Gen Xers are sandwiched between the Baby Boomers and Millennials, who were born between 1965 and 1980. As an X’er, I’m partial to this generation and our fierce independence. Not only do you find that Generation X’ers are entrepreneurial because we grew up as latchkey kids and had to make something out of nothing, but…
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Gone Fishing
It is a chilly April morning, and the sun has not yet risen. Dad and Marie wake up early to pack the boatand drive to the lake. When they arrive, the shoreline is filled with other fishers and a long line of trucksand trailers waiting to release their boats on the boating ramp. While they…
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The Youth Of Regret
My life isn’t worth it. I’m not worth it. I am worthless. That’s what he said. That’s what I was, wasn’t it? My heart was pumping like crazy. Blood was pouring down the right-hand side of my face. My arms had marks and scratches running down them. My clothes were ripped, as were my bare…
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Cultivating Inner Peace
Do you ever find that despite your best efforts to do what’s right, you end up entangled in drama that isn’t even your own? I make a conscious effort to steer clear of negativity because I believe that once you allow even a sliver of negativity in, it opens the floodgates, unleashing a torrent of…
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Be Yourself
A few months ago, the Jonas Brothers came to town. Now, those who knew back in middle school/high school would never believe this, but the thought of going to their concert sounded miserable. Growing up, I listened to them all the time; I breathed everything Jonas Brothers. I was always incredibly insecure about being a…
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The Reflection Of You
Do you know who you are? When you get up in the morning, is there ever a question of what you should wear or how you should look. Do you ever question it and think this isn’t me? I did. Well, I did, and I didn’t. I knew who I was supposed…
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Recovering People Pleaser
My therapist once said, “If the compromise interferes with who you are as a person, then you are people-pleasing, not compromising.” Her truth rings in my ears four years later every time I mull over a decision. The truth is, I am a really flexible person. I generally don’t care what we have for dinner,…
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What My Father Means To Me
For as long as I can remember, I have always had a closer relationship to my father than to my mother. My dad and I have always been close; when I was younger, people always remarked how much I looked like him, and my dad has always and forever will be my best friend no…
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Why I Job-Hopped So Much In My 20s
I have been told that intelligent people have many interests and hobbies. When I was in college, I participated in hackathons, led the student government, rising to the rank of president, conducted a research study, completed three internships, and volunteered with several external organizations. These all gave me depth and experiences, which set me apart…
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Poetry – How Do I Say I Love A Girl
How do I say I love a girl? Do I just go down on one knee, Hold her fingers and give them a kiss? Or do I just gaze into her eyes steadily, And let nature convey my message? How do I say I love a girl? Do I just kiss her lips, To express…
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There Are Good Men Out There
I don’t know about anyone else, but finding a good man in this day and age seems impossible. All over social media, you hear about all the horrible things that men do and how it is impossible to find someone. There are even Facebook pages talking about red flags that men have. That is all…
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Gilmore Girls: The Comfort Series
I’ve never been much of a telly person. Growing up, I always preferred books, much to my parents’ delight. However, this year, I decided to catch up on series that are frequently referenced online. At the top of the list are a few series that dominate the scene: Breaking Bad, Naruto, Star Wars, and shows…