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Did You Think the “Thank You” Meant “Take Me”?

June's Essay: inspired by a real life asshole

Jun 3 •

Some Assembly Required (Probably Missing Pieces)

May's Essay: This month’s essay is for anyone currently juggling five versions of themselves, googling if mustard cravings are a red flag, and wondering…

May 6 •

Life Update: Still Improvising, Still Confused

Apr 8 •

The World’s on Fire, So Come Over for Pasta

March's Essay: this essay explores the quiet power of hosting intimate dinners—why gathering friends around the table is an act of care, connection, and…

Mar 4 •

One Month & Five Years Later

February's Essay

Feb 1 •

Bucket Lists, Not Resolutions

January's essay: This essay explores the joy of creating mini bucket lists instead of rigid resolutions. From reading goals to adventures outside the…

Jan 3 •

The Weight of the Holiday Table

December essay: this month, I’m reflecting on the holidays—the complexity of family dynamics and the unique magic that made December feel so special as…

Dec 2, 2024 •

Grateful for Failure

November's Essay: This essay explores how embracing failure, rather than fearing it, can open unexpected doors to personal growth and resilience. From…

Nov 1, 2024 •

Seasons of Friendship

October's Essay: Fleeting friendships and how they can leave a lasting mark on our lives—think of them as the fun pop-up ads in our personal narratives!

Oct 1, 2024 •

Story Spells: The Magic of Words

September's Essay: Exploring how storytelling transforms both creators and readers. How stories empower, offer escapism, and shape perceptions, with a…

Sep 2, 2024 •

What do I do with my hands?

Appearances, womanhood, and expectations.

Aug 1, 2024 •

Summertime Nostalgia

July's Essay: Childhood summers of the 2000s and 1990s

Jul 2, 2024 •

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