Sentimental

Sentimentality - it's both a blessing, and a curse, when you attach memories to objects. It becomes so difficult to let them go. Or, in some cases, far too easy. I had something mentally and emotionally taxing happen to me in the January of my last year of college. When it happened, I was wearing … Continue reading Sentimental →

Don’t Judge…

How often have we been told not to judge a book by its cover? In general, I abide by this - in life, and when it comes to actual books. As a reader, I'm more likely to be drawn in by a powerful synopsis than by a cover. But, undeniably, a gorgeous cover is super … Continue reading Don’t Judge… →

Oscars Reaction 2019!

I missed the red carpet because of work and I am PISSED. I love seeing all the snazzy suits and dresses. But at least I am not missing the actual show. We will see how this host-less show goes. I actually liked Kimmel the last two years, but other recent hosts have totally flopped, so … Continue reading Oscars Reaction 2019! →

Best Picture Countdown #5: Black Panther

“In times of crisis, the wise build bridges, while the foolish build barriers. We must find a way to look after one another as if we were one single tribe." - Chadwick Boseman as T'Challah in Black Panther (2018) In a world where audiences are growing weary of superhero movies in spite of their box … Continue reading Best Picture Countdown #5: Black Panther →

Best Picture Countdown #6: Green Book

"You never win with violence. You only win when you maintain your dignity." - Mahershala Ali as Don Shirley in Green Book (2018) Several of this year's Best Picture Oscar nominees have endured significant scrutiny and controversy, and the Peter Farrelly helmed Green Book, which depicts the relationship between African American pianist Don Shirley and … Continue reading Best Picture Countdown #6: Green Book →

Best Picture Countdown #7: Vice

"I can feel your recriminations and your judgment, and I am fine with that. You want to be loved, go be a movie star. The world is as you find it. You got to deal with that reality, and there are monsters in this world." - Christian Bale as Dick Cheney in Vice (2018) Of … Continue reading Best Picture Countdown #7: Vice →

Best Picture Countdown #8: Bohemian Rhapsody

"This is when the operatic section comes in." - Rami Malek as Freddie Mercury in Bohemian Rhapsody (2018) Bringing up the rear in my Best Picture countdown is the Queen/Freddie Mercury biopic, Bohemian Rhapsody, directed by *redacted* and Dexter Fletcher. It's earned a boatload of money all over the world and is both a visual … Continue reading Best Picture Countdown #8: Bohemian Rhapsody →

The Things We Connect With

When you read a book, what are the things you connect with? Are there certain factors that stand out to you more than others? I read mostly YA, but I don't shy away from any particular genre, and do stray into adult literature on occasion. For me, there are a couple of elements that leap … Continue reading The Things We Connect With →

Get To Know Me

I know, I know - we all detested those ice-breaking "get to know you" games teachers forced us to play at the start of every school year. But, in an effort to connect with fellow #amwriting folks and bloggers, and because I tread the line between crippling insecurity and suppressed egoism, I thought I'd let … Continue reading Get To Know Me →

Favorite Words vol. 2

Ignite Definition(s): to set afire. To subject to fire or intense heat. To set in motion. Saying something was set on fire is bland and uninteresting, but to say it was "ignited" has much greater power. This is a word that truly conveys the strength and impression of what a blaze is meant to be. … Continue reading Favorite Words vol. 2 →