Lately I’ve been thinking about what it truly means to be weird. In childhood, anyone who’s branded “the weird kid” is essentially a social outcast. Instead of having friends and a social life, the weird kid is typically a loner with really obscure interests, supposedly doomed for a life of solitude. But hey, at least … Continue reading
Scam Victim
I was recently the victim of an elaborate scam. Criminals posing as government agents contacted me stating I was the victim of identity theft and that a warrant was out for my arrest due to accounts in my name committing money laundering and human trafficking in the amount of $5.6 million. I was instructed to … Continue reading
My 2023 New Year’s Resolutions
My new year’s resolutions heading into 2023 are to focus on myself and continue pursuing my dreams. I want to publish a book and sell a TV comedy pilot. I’m excited to make both happen. Health, happiness, love and laughter to you and yours. Cheers to 2023! Continue reading
Heartbroken and Sad. Here’s Hoping for Something Good
I’m really sad right now as I write this. I don’t want to have to write this, but when I feel things strongly I need to get the feelings out in writing. I’ve turned to writing my entire life. When I was younger, it was through keeping a journal. In recent years, it’s been through … Continue reading
Courage and Creativity for 2022
My New Year’s resolutions for 2021 were to do more, think less, stay focused and love myself. Heading into 2022, my resolutions are all about courage and creativity. Specifically, one of my mantras for 2022 is: Create! I’m excited to create more stuff as I continue on my path to getting published, which is one … Continue reading
My Ongoing Struggle with Self-Esteem: An Uphill Climb to Confidence
I’ve been struggling with self-esteem my entire life. I know I’m certainly not alone with that struggle, but when you’re in your own head more often than you care to be, stuck in your seemingly endless cycle of negative thoughts, it can often feel like I’m alone in that struggle. I go through a fair … Continue reading
Action, Self-Love and Focus for 2021
What a year. Obviously there’s no need for me to recap 2020. We’re still in this pandemic, but at least there’s been encouraging news about vaccines so we’re not totally doomed. My resolution for 2020 was all about optimism, specifically to be more positive and to let go of negative thinking. My resolution for 2021 … Continue reading
Grappling with Meaning: A Reflection on the Final Season of BoJack Horseman
Spoilers through the BoJack Horseman series finale ahead. I think each and every BoJack Horseman fan would agree that when we sat down to watch the first episode of the show, we didn’t have the slightest idea what we’d actually be getting ourselves into. An insightful look into the human condition is one way to put … Continue reading
The Making of A ROSY GLOW
Over the summer, I signed up for Comic Book Writing with Ron Marz, a brand new class offered by Jacob Krueger Studio. Earlier this year, they began offering free Quarantini classes, where writers get together virtually each week and do writing exercises led by Jake and various special guests. One week, the guest was renowned … Continue reading
The Infectious Joy of Watching Schitt’s Creek Sweep the 2020 Emmys
Schitt’s Creek made history at the 2020 Emmy Awards this past Sunday when it became the first show to win every single category for which it was nominated. It had been nominated in recent years but had never won until now, and with the series having concluded earlier this year, it made their well-deserved victories … Continue reading