No two pregnancies are alike. From person-to-person and even from pregnancy-to-pregnancy for the same person. It’s wild like that. There is no guarantee you’ll check off the typical boxes of symptoms, weight gain, health issues, or even feelings along the way. Some people really seem to enjoy it. They say it’s the best they’ve ever felt and the most attractive.… Read more →
Being a woman in my thirties is weird enough. I’m not married and I don’t have kids. So, you know, I’m “different.” I live downtown instead of the suburbs and I like to stay busy at concerts, tailgates, happy hours, networking events, and dinners out. Inside, I still feel like I’m 22. But I know I’ve accomplished and learned a lot in life and… Read more →
Oh wait, no way. You’re kidding. He didn’t just say what I think he did, did he? But, he did. He said exactly what I thought he did. Unfortunately, it’s more about HOW he said it than WHAT he said. Guys, I got broken up with via text. I am addicted to my phone. Accused and charged, 100% addicted. I… Read more →
I talked about starting The Gig Life awhile back. It’s been a little over six months and definitely has had its ups and downs. A few questions I really enjoy from people: So, are you still unemployed? You’re not working, right? How’s it going? :look of pity: How the heck do you even find business? You’re just doin’ your own… Read more →
Knock knock. Who’s there? THE PEOPLE THAT LOVE YOU, MUTHA FUCKA. I hope you weren’t expecting a clever “knock knock” joke up there. I really just wanted the chance to say “mutha fucka” on my blog. But think about it for a minute. On a scale of one-to-ten, how great are you at letting the people that love… Read more →
Jackfruit has been popping up all over the place the last couple years. For some, it’s some elusive fruit? Vegetable? Vegetarian/vegan meat substitute? WHAT IS IT. That’s why I’m here. Let me break down what it is, where to get it, and how to prepare it. It’s a fruit, technically. It’s also super ugly. But, you can buy it… Read more →
Ok, hang with me on this one. It seems a little crazy until I break it down. I’ve been in long-term relationships since I can remember. Honestly? Since high school (other than being single for half of freshman year of college). Until last year when I was single for quite a few months. I’ve blogged about it a lot,… Read more →
I wrote about learning to disconnect and then I revealed the beginning feelings of starting a life of freelance work rather than full-time, in-the-office, work-for-someone else work. And they share some common themes. It’s a new way of life and, although it’s not always easy, it’s rewarding in ways I didn’t expect. I’ve caught myself talking about this subject a… Read more →
Nope, it’s not vegan (but it is vegetarian). Nope, it’s not healthy, either. You see, sometimes comfort foods shouldn’t be messed with. Everyone is always on a mission to find “healthy” alternatives for food that we all love. But, why? The outcome is never as satisfying and typically not much healthier. I think there is something to be said… Read more →
After seven years of working in advertising, I needed a break. The majority of those years were spent working far too many 80 hour weeks. Often, I chose this because the work was worth it. Other times, I felt trapped and like I didn’t have a choice. Regardless, I knew it was time to try out something new and my… Read more →