Today's trials and tribulations are especially heavy. While I pride myself on having this resilience, perseverance and this strength sometimes it seems childish and naive. There must be stars in my eyes to think that this place can be one of happiness. I find myself wondering why no one appears unless things are especially terrible,... Continue Reading →
Virtual Safe Spaces: Habbo Hotel
I've been playing Habbo Hotel since 2006. I'd sign on, visit a popular space and make new friends. When it comes to thinking about virtual safe spaces the phrase itself can seem contradictory. For example, I entirely avoid the YouTube comment section when Cheescaleigh uploads a video on MTV's Decoded. Francesca even mentioned that she had... Continue Reading →
Why is Vanity Synonymous with Self-Love?
My Makeup is Not for You. Having a defined self-care routine is very important for maintaining my mental and physical health. It is so easy to forget about yourself and the care that you deserve when you're working five days a week and running around the city. It's also incredibly important to realize that... Continue Reading →
Beware the Crazy Spinster.
Oh my God. I just realized I'm not married. And that I don't have a boyfriend. And that at any moment an angry mob will ransack my apartment in declaration that I'm a witch, before they burn me at the stake. How dare I be in my twenties and single, let alone unmarried? Damn. Damn. Damn.... Continue Reading →
I'm not what you thought And that isn't my fault. You brought a set of expectations; It was never be my responsibility to fill them.
It's okay to be tired yet not able to sleep at night. It's okay to avoid the dark when it comes and light candles in a every corner to escape her. But eventually the lights will go out and you won't be ready and in that moment give up all control and let the darkness have its day.
"You don't forgive easily." No, I don't. I have one heart, so don't think for a second that I'm stupid enough to let you break it twice. It shouldn't take the second try to remind you to value something. I'm a fucking person and your actions leave marks.
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