Tag: Music
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The Sound of the Past
It was not the song itself that made me cry, but it was the memories that played out within my mind that left my cheeks damp. Even after I stopped the song – and the record ceased to spin, I could still hear the giggles of the past. I squeezed the pashmina draped around my ... -
For Madison – A Free-Verse Poem
colors vibrant beneath the sun’s light, a clash, a collide, within the scope of your eyes. how bright the world must be to see what you must see, uplifting thoughts to think, always to float, never to sink paint-covered hands grace worn piano keys, count to four and back again; what whispers of music can ... -
Three Tracks For A Trope Part 1: Strong Female Lead
You ever read a book, watch a movie, listen to the song, with a female lead? Do you ever hear the phrase “strong female lead?” If you said yes to one or both of these questions, congratulations! You now are familiar with what is, in the literary world, referred to as a ‘character trope.’ But ... -
The Composer
There’s a mug. A Blue coffee mug so dark it’s almost black. It’s been a frequent resident of the window sill since 2009. It’s not a very important mug, as you can tell. The lacquer is chipped in some places, and there’s a paint stain on the handle. A spiderweb-thin crack runs up the side. ... -
Summer Road Trip Essentials
Who doesn’t like a good road trip? The memories and the fun of just driving to your destination are a huge part of the adventure when it comes to a road trip. Some people dread the drive to their destination, but to me, this is half the fun, as long as you prepare the essentials. ... -
My “Missing You” Playlist
We all deal with grief differently. My little sister reads sad quotes on Pinterest that express how she feels better than she can. My brother doesn’t like to get out at the cemetery because it makes Dad’s death real. I write and publish my reflections on grief for strangers to read. Writing about it is ... -
My Year Of “Yes”
While 2018 definitely had its fair share of lows, it was an incredible year overall. In the beginning of the year, I decided to try and do more exciting things—to really go out there and live life. With this mindset, I was given more opportunities to experience some amazing, life-changing things. I was able to ... -
7 Things I Absolutely Hate About Christmas
Christmas is so overrated. Make sure to disband all merry making and refuse to participate in any of the family and friend activities. -
Dear Marilyn Manson
Dear Marilyn Manson, I do not believe that I would be the first person to tell you that rumors have swirled surrounding the Twins of Evil Tour. I was lucky enough to go to one show in Upstate New York. I don’t ever want to be that girl who gushes and says cringe-worthy things to ... -
Why Is New York Called “The Big Apple?”
I love horror and supernatural stories, as everyone reading my articles know. I got sidetracked from writing my usual stories when during a trivia game, a question about “The Big Apple” came up. My guy and I love to play Buzz Time Trivia at Buffalo Wild Wings in Tucson. Buzz Time has games running all ...