Subterms
In the past few years, a slew of “ionized” waters and beverages boasting electrolyte-enhanced formulas have hit the market, promising us that we’ll feel better and more energized if we drink them. They’re kind of like the healthier cousin of sports drinks for folks who don’t want their electrolytes swimming in sugar and artificial dye. […] More
I am obsessed with Suits. I know, I’m pretty late to the bandwagon with this one, but I need to talk about it. I keep saying court phrases IRL (“Your honor, I move to dismiss” is my new favorite way to begin a disagreement), I’ve googled “funny Donna phrases” over and over again, and I […] More
Some girls spend their whole lives dreaming of their wedding day, while others girls can’t even picture themselves in a wedding dress. However someone feels about it — when and if that day comes — it’ll still be a monumental moment in their lives; a moment where they are devoting their life to one person. […] More
It’s tough not to love a dinner and drinks date night or even a classic Netflix-and-chill. The simplicity, comfort, and ease make it easy to get to know someone new or enjoy the company of your longtime lover. But if you’re ready to switch things up a bit and are looking for something more adventurous, […] More
When I graduated from nursing school, I had a shiny vision of why my role in the healthcare field would look like. I spent four years memorizing medication reactions, practicing clinical skills, and studying to be the best nurse that I could be. I passed my boards with flying colors, and I landed a sought-after position as […] More
We’ve all seen them. The abortion posters plastered all over our cities’ electricity boxes, streetlight poles and on public dustbins that read: “100% SAFE ABORTION: SAME DAY – NO PAIN” usually accompanied by a cellphone number. Many of us might have even laughed at the thought that whoever’s putting the posters up believes they’re going […] More
For the past year, my partner and I had been exploring the idea of moving out of the crowded Northern California city that had been his home for five years; mine since childhood. With expensive rent and overcrowding, it’s more common that people (especially millennials, like us) want to leave the Golden State than to […] More
Boundaries are just like the wind: we know they exist, but they can be hard to detect. Without awareness or consideration, they can be crossed, forgotten, overlooked, or rejected. This, in turn, can make us feel invalidated, confused, hurt, or all of the above. And if this happens long enough, these moments can alter our reality […] More
