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Life

Social Media Led me to a Breakdown and it’s All my Fault

By nature I’m a really angry person. Lots of things set me off, some of them big, a lot of them small. I’m a big believer in the ‘no worries and move on’ type of attitude, only if it doesn’t fuck with my plans. I’m basically an old man, swinging his fist at youths who […]

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travel

My Kinda Paris

I talk about Paris A Lot. I think about Paris even more.  There’s a lot that’s associated with the city and me. It was the first place I went to on a really big trip away from my parents, my friends, my country. It was where I met my high school boyfriend that led into […]

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migraine life

Tracking my Near-Chronic Illness Made it Worse

For years I just assumed I’d have to live with migraines; they were there every so often, would knock me down into bed, and would leave for a few day, maybe if I was lucky, a few weeks, giving me respite from the spirit-breaking pain. Eventually, I landed in the ER where I — finally […]

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Life

Before you Reach for Those Greener Pastures, Make Sure They’re Actually Greener

There’s been a sudden shift in the way people are viewing housing and lifestyles. We seem to be either going completely urban, easy to walk to everything, no need for a car, tons of nightlife, or we go the complete opposite and leave for bigger skies. A mad exodus from clogged up cities for small […]

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Life

What I Learned from 2 Weeks Without Internet

A few years ago, we lost our internet connection. At first, I was beyond pissed. When your passion and your income relies on the internet, it is incredibly frustrating to lose that connection. While I relish my mornings and evenings spent away from my phone and all things social media, and absolutely revel in my […]

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Toddler Favourites

Toddler Favourites

Some links are part of the Amazon affiliate program, and if you buy something from the link, I will make a bit of money. Go Coconut Play CouchI absolutely love this thing. I was super excited to buy my daughter one as it looked so fun, and it’s come in handy so many times! We […]

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migraine life

How to Handle a Migraine Mid-Flight

I’m not a medical professional, just a migraineur who has suffered through the agonizing feeling of getting a migraine in an airplane. Always consult a doctor on any medical advice. Yay, your bags are packed and you’re ready. But, your body has different ideas. This article lists basically lists everything that happens on an airplane […]

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TV & Books

I’m so Glad Rory Gilmore – Finally – Failed

Can we talk about how creepy it is that the entire town of Stars Hollow was so in love with Rory that we, basically, forgot about every other kid that lived there? How was she such a beloved character while being, honestly, not that noteworthy? While smart, she wasn’t gifted. She studied her ass off […]

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travel

The Cannes Film Festival Pavilion: a Disappointment in Itself

When you think of the Cannes Film Festival, you think of glitz, glamour, and all things beautiful. You have a certain expectation that when you — finally! — get to Cannes you’ll have a magical moment where you just know Ryan Gosling will walk out of a gorgeous yacht and claim his love for you. […]

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Life

Giving up on Gardening Means Giving up on Myself

The last few years out in the garden have been rough. We’ve been experiencing a drought and with that comes many, many grasshoppers. I’ve had small sink holes open up in my garden from too dry dirt. I’ve had harsh rains, coming in bursts and then not again for days or weeks, spattering seeds out […]