Summary: I can't hear the phrase "whatever it takes" without thinking about the Avengers. Yes, I saw Avengers: Endgame, and like everyone else, I relished the scene where, well, the Avengers did whatever it took. They pulled out all the stops, risked life and limb, and sacrificed themselves in order to fight evil. It made … Continue reading Whatever It Takes (Leviticus 8)
Summary: I'm not into spontaneity. If you you look up "spontaneous" in the dictionary, my picture will be listed among the antonyms. It's just not who I am. I need to prepare. So when an acquaintance dropped a random group lunch invitation on me this morning, I knew I needed to get out of it. … Continue reading No Excuses (Leviticus 5)
Summary: They say the Internet makes people bold, but it can make a wimp out of you too. Sure, you can send mean, racist, and offensive messages anonymously all you want, but if you use social media with your real name, you had better think twice before you post, share, or like. So many people … Continue reading Walk Of Shame (Leviticus 4)
Summary: I really love food. I love food so much, I don't even have a favorite food because I will just eat anything you put in front of me - as long as it's vegan. I get giddy when I find a new restaurant to try and I am actually jealous of people who post … Continue reading You Are What You Eat (Leviticus 2)
Summary: I remember when I graduated from high school. It was a great day. It was a sunny, hot Friday. Some of my family had flown in for the occasion. I had on a super cute pink dress. I felt happy and accomplished. But the peace and joy I felt that day had nothing on … Continue reading This Is Just The Beginning (Exodus 40)
Summary: What's your dream? What is that thing you've wanted to do or accomplish for years? What's that fantasy you return to over and over, thinking "just wait until they see me ___"? I bet it's a good one. Your castles in the sky are platinum, glittering and promising. But now...back to earth. How likely … Continue reading You’re That Artist’s Kid (Exodus 36)
Summary: I never knew how to act after receiving a punishment from my parents. Were my parents still mad at me? Should I be mad at them? Should I avoid eye contact? Should I try to act really good for a while so that they won't get suspicious? When can we chat normally again? Are … Continue reading Way Back Home (Exodus 33)
Summary: Raise your hand if high school was an awkward and uncomfortable time for you. Sometimes I think all of my current fears about awkward situations stem from my high school years. I tried so hard to fit in with the people I thought were cool in the best way I knew how - by … Continue reading Oscar-Worthy Performances (Exodus 32)
Summary: I admit that some of y’all talented folk make me a little jealous. Those of you who can sing at church and in the choir without their throat burning and their eyes watering. Those of you who can draw with such precision while I can barely trace a circle. Even, and I’m somewhat embarrassed … Continue reading The Power Couple (Exodus 31)
