Hello and welcome back to the blog! In honor of Shauna Niequist releasing her latest book, I wanted to give my take on her and some other authors she frequently associates with. I think these women have common themes. some helpful and some less so. I also think their friendships are a blend of genuine … Continue reading Women’s Wisdom: An Overview of Female Self-Help Authors
Hello and happy Easter! To mark the holiday, I want to discuss an iconic musical, Jesus Christ Superstar. I consider myself a Christian, and I also greatly enjoy this show. While not all details may be biblically or historically accurate, the humanity and empathy of these characters are engaging. The musical doesn’t claim that Jesus … Continue reading Jesus Christ Superstar- An Immersive Perspective
Cobi is continually climbing. Three years after his second EP, Songs From the Ashes pt 2, he has released his debut EP. While the two EPs (Songs from the Ashes pt 1 and 2 respectively) were released a while back, the album completes the thematic story. Cobi is best known for his gut-wrenching single Don’t … Continue reading Songs From the Ashes
Labeling ideas as “misinformation” is a cop-out. It allows us to ignore the uncomfortable possibility that two contradictory ideas can coexist.
Wow, it's another Owen Wilson movie! To contrast his vapid performance in Marry Me, I want to talk about the literary homage that is Midnight in Paris. Summary: This 2011 Woody Allen feature (I'm separating the art from the artist) takes us on Gil Pender's journey as a struggling novelist whisked back in time to … Continue reading Midnight in Paris-A Nostalgic Feast
I canceled an 8-hour retail shift to stay home and catch up on writing. As I settle into a new chapter and begin building my adult life, this has become a season of discerning and prioritizing my values. While I could write an infinite list, I can summarize them by creativity, connection, and conscious choice. … Continue reading Priorities
In honor of Valentine’s Day, here are my thoughts on the new Jennifer Lopez vehicle, Marry Me. It doesn’t require more than one viewing (of the trailer) to analyze, but it’s endearing nonetheless. Summary: Kat Valdez (Jennifer Lopez) is set to marry fellow pop star Bastion (Maluma) during a concert at Madison Square Garden. As … Continue reading Marry Me – Life in the Bedazzled Fishbowl
Hi fellow movie buffs. Oscar nominations were announced this morning, and I wanted to discuss two movies that were on the Academy’s radar but did not lead the conversation. Spencer and House of Gucci were both highly publicized and marketed, but only one received a substantial nomination. I walked out of both movies halfway through, … Continue reading Movies, Marketing, and Mediocrity
Hi friends. Today I want to get real and talk about money. As I transition into independent adulthood, financial literacy is key to accomplishing my goals, and I’ve already got a decent track record. Firstly, I completed an undergraduate degree (at a private Christian university) completely debt-free. This is due to three factors 1. I … Continue reading Strategic Abundance: My Financial Philosophy
Hey friends! I’ve found myself with the urge to organize lately, and I’m not going to say no to that! Here’s a life update and some of the newly applied tips. I've linked the organizational products below, and they're all from Target. I tend to get this urge whenever I’m about to make a life … Continue reading Sorting My Life Out – Easy Reorganization Tips
Elena’s Grace 