I don’t wear makeup. Not for any particular reason, and not because I have a strong stance against it. I just never truly picked it up. I’ve never owned a foundation brush, never contoured my cheekbones and couldn’t tell you the difference between warm and cool tones if my life depended on it. Still, I’ve […]
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The First Time I Realized I’m “Supposed” to Wear Makeup
Picture this: it’s the night of your 6th grade dance, and you’ve been counting down the days for weeks. You’ve never been to a school dance before, so you have no real idea what to expect. It doesn’t matter that it’s just “Neon Night.” It’s your first dance, and that means you have to look […]
The Playlist I Use When I Want to Feel Like I’m Running Away in a Movie
Let’s be real: we’ve all had those moments where we imagine we’re the main character in a movie, headphones on, music blasting in our ears, walking away from something dramatic. If you haven’t done this, you’re seriously missing out. Some songs just feel like they were made for dramatic exits—specifically, the kind where you’re running […]
I Don’t Dress to Be Seen– And That’s On Purpose
Here’s a shocking confession from a fashion article: I don’t want you to notice what I’m wearing. Unless, of course, you’re also into anime— then by all means, please say something. I’m a nerd, and I’m not hiding that. But beyond that, if my outfit catches your attention, I’ve failed my mission. My fashion logic […]
Airline Employees Face Suspension After Posts on Charlie Kirk Shooting Incident
Major U.S. airlines have suspended employees following social media posts about the deadly shooting of conservative commentator Charlie Kirk. The posts, which appeared to mock or celebrate Kirk’s death, have gone viral and caused outrage online, encouraging fast disciplinary action from the airlines involved. Delta Air Lines confirmed the suspension of several employees over the […]
The Trope I’ll Never Get Tired of (and Neither Should You)
I’ve read a lot of books over the years. I’ve rooted for heroines, cried over chosen ones, and lived dozens of lives through the pages. Some stories change your life. Honestly, I’d say quite a few have changed mine in one way or another. Still, there will always be one trope I’ll never shut up […]
The Problem with the Phrase “You Don’t Need Makeup”
“You don’t need makeup.” It sounds like a kind thing to say. Some people might even enjoy hearing this. Honestly, every time I heard this phrase, I knew the person saying it meant it as a compliment. It’s supposed to be a good thing. I would be inclined to agree if I didn’t notice the […]
I Wish Politics Was Easier to Understand for People Like Me
I’ve never considered myself to be a political person. Whenever conversations were brought up, I promptly kept my mouth shut. I’ve been taught from a very young age to refrain from speaking about things I’m uneducated in, things I don’t understand enough to speak on. It’s better to stay silent than to spread potential misinformation […]
The Men’s Section Has My Back (and Better Hoodies)
Okay, it’s time I admit it: I like men’s fashion better. It started with a hoodie I “borrowed” and never gave back. Then came the pajama pants and soon after, I found a shirt in the wrong section at the mall. At one point, I even ended up with a matching pair of tennis shoes […]
Radio vs. Streaming: Why Control Matters on Long Drives
Let’s be honest – there’s little reason why listeners should be relying on the radio for music. With streaming platforms like Spotify, YouTube Music, Amazon Music and Apple Music, there’s no need to endure the commercial breaks and listen to the same songs on repeat. You can finally access what radio could never give you: […]
