I’m extremely non-confrontational by nature. Learning to stick up for myself is something I struggle with almost constantly, even now. As a child, getting in trouble was one of my biggest fears. When faced with confrontation, not only does my … Continue reading
I just finished reading that book. My initial reaction–before being swayed by all the vicious reviews, was that it was clever and witty. [My favourite part was the titles of the ‘Jacob’ chapters, specifically, “What do I look Like? The … Continue reading
How important is it that what we see on television–or in movies–is real and unaltered? Me? I don’t care too much. When I go to watch Lord of the Rings, I fully anticipate special effects, digital supplements, and all manner … Continue reading
Remember last August how my hand got sore from a case of blogger finger? Well, apparently the disease has spread to the produce. I was washing vegetables for a lovely salad last night, when I came across a past-its-peak carrot … Continue reading
Me: Babe, I think today’s the day. Poor Kyle: What day? Me: The day I’ve been dreading all my life. PK: Gosh, you’re so dramatic. What are you talking about? Me: I think I am going to see a movie … Continue reading
Children are like gardens, and in this analogy, I am totally unfit. Which is why I will never be a parent–because evidently, when one is responsible for more beyond one’s own self, one cannot frolic about the continent for months … Continue reading
At BYU, students can earn a degree in Marriage, Family and Human Development. To me this seems like an incredible cop-out. “What did you go to college for?” “Oh, I got my degree in Marriage.” “Really? So what was your … Continue reading