What do you do with a future uncertain?When passion conflicts with stability?When relatives’ judgement is a heavy burden?And robs you of all tranquility? Do you pursue the stable and all the money?Have insurance to cover your back?Then no one can sit and call you a dummyFor the independence they claim you lack Four cold wallsContinue reading “A Leap of Faith”
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Backyard Hippos
Where do you put two hippos when their exhibit is under construction? When the buildings of their holding areas have to get torn down and built back up? You’d think they’d go to another zoo, another building, or even just a big pool. Instead, they ended up in my backyard. I’m not entirely sure whyContinue reading “Backyard Hippos”
The Mighty Hippo
I have the wonderful opportunity to work as a seasonal zookeeper at my local zoo! When you’re a zookeeper, people always ask: “What animals do you work with?” Well, at my zoo, I’m a part of a team that cares for a variety of species of animals, but I’m getting trained to help with ourContinue reading “The Mighty Hippo”
Tips from #PhillyWW pt. 2
Hey everyone! As you know I got to partake in the Philadelphia Writing Workshop last weekend. It was a two day event with lots of different speakers. I already posted some of the notes I took for the first day last Saturday and today I’d like to share with you my notes from day two.Continue reading “Tips from #PhillyWW pt. 2”
Tips from #PhillyWW
Hey everyone! I have the wonderful opportunity to participate in the Philadelphia Writing Workshop this weekend. It’s a two day event, so I just wanted to share my notes from yesterday’s sessions with all my writer friends today. There were quite a few topics discussed, so I’m going to share a few bullets points inContinue reading “Tips from #PhillyWW”
Be Wary, Young Adventurer
Ah! Young Adventures! Welcome. Welcome to my humble hollow. Yes. Yes. Spare me your awe. I know exactly who I am. There’s no need to point it out. I am Nuray Solana, an old servant of the Wind, though you will know me more for my songs. Oh, I don’t play anymore. Age has takenContinue reading “Be Wary, Young Adventurer”
My Johnny Depp Story
I always found it interesting how one life can make a big impact. It’s like adding or removing a character from a story. You can drastically change the outcome. When it comes to celebrities, they impact a lot of people–millions of people–and they don’t always meet those people. Yes. I’ve been following the Johnny Depp/AmberContinue reading “My Johnny Depp Story”
When a Dream Fades
With a quiet tear,You watch as all you hold dear,Just sighs and falls away. There’s no words to be said,It’s more than in your headAnd you’ve not even the energy to pray. Pray and wonder why?All you can do now is cryAs impossible comes knocking at your door. Perhaps it’s your fault?This dream’s come toContinue reading “When a Dream Fades”
Never Ending Reading List
Writers. Readers. We all have one. I dare you to share yours (or at least a part of it). What books are you reading? What books are you wanting to read? How long is your “To Read” list? Here’s some of mine (and I say some because I know I’ve probably forgotten one or two.Continue reading “Never Ending Reading List”
The Power of Words
If you’ve been following the News this week, you’d know that there’s a trial going on between two famous actors: Johnny Depp and Amber Heard. Each one is trying to sue the other for millions of dollars. Now, I don’t usually get into drama/political debates, but, honestly, I can relate to this case. My relationContinue reading “The Power of Words”
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