When I was ten, my parents bought me a notebook. “Tina,” they said, “you talk so much about so many things. Why don’t you write your thoughts down?” So I did.I was an only child with an active imagination, so I wrote every day. I wrote about all the things that I wanted to sayContinue reading “Losing Track of Time: Growing Up Too Soon”
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Dark Words of Wisdom
“Who controls the past controls the future: who controls the present controls the past.” –George Orwell, Nineteen Eighty-Four I have been watching a lot of historical movies and documentaries lately. One observation I have of history films is that they are a reflection of the time period that it was made. For example, in a movieContinue reading “Dark Words of Wisdom”
How Much Would You Pay for Freedom
I had one important goal in life: to make as much money as I could, so I could be the perfect son and perfect husband to the girl I wanted to marry. To me, freedom meant giving my girlfriend anything she wanted to make her happy. Of course, it was a dream come true whenContinue reading “How Much Would You Pay for Freedom”
Fun Facts About Writing
How much do you love writing? Whether you want to answer this question with a groan or heart emojis, writing is a necessary part of modern life. For some, writing is a lucrative career. For others, writing is necessary, everyday communication through work emails, or texts with family and friends. Writing is a skill weContinue reading “Fun Facts About Writing”
5 Foolproof Ways for Everyday Things to Bring You Happiness
Is it possible to find happiness every day? Maybe, maybe not. You face enough of life’s tough challenges. I’m not going to try to turn any frowns upside down, but I can propose five foolproof ways for everyday things to bring happiness and a little joy to your life. 1 Special object for your dailyContinue reading “5 Foolproof Ways for Everyday Things to Bring You Happiness”