OMG! My Skin is falling off!
So, I ventured out into the world of skincare, and decided to get a Chemical Peel. I’d heard wonderful things about the treatment, and even knew of individuals who’d had it done. I was looking to correct the hyperpigmented spots that remained on my face from postpartum hormonal acne. Being that before childbirth, I’d never…
The Skin I’m In…
How easy it is to take for granted the things that come easy. As a high-school student, and even a college student I prided myself in the clarity of my skin. And I didn’t have to work for it. Yes, I washed my face, but it was nowhere close to the multi-step routine that I…
In the Absence of the Crowd
In the height of uncertainty millennials have turned inward. The 2020 Coronavirus changed the lives of millions of people worldwide. Celebrations, leisure, and travel have all become complicated by restrictions and limitations. For a multitude of reasons, the world as we know it, has so drastically changed. However, these societal changes have spurred creativity and…
Living in The South
What I love most about where I live are the seasons. And though, I don’t enjoy them all equally, they’ve taught me to embrace change. There are four distinct season where I live, each with its own pros and cons. Winter is my least favorite season. For one, it’s cold. For me, that alone is…
Time to Move On
Environments can be toxic. In my case, the toxic environment was my home. Windy was my first home. She was my first real adult purchase and a space I resided for six years. Windy was a space of transition. After college, she warmly welcomed myself and my newborn son. However, six years, four pets, and…
Reprieve
Working as a hospital healthcare professional, weekends are rarely a typical “weekend experience.” Often awake at 5AM and preparing for a looming 12-hour shift; I was grateful to remain in bed a while longer today. I listened to the birds sing, and watched the sun slowly make its way. I enjoy mornings like these… When…
Fifth of October 