Dear Fourteen-Year-Old Me, Don’t do it. I know what you’re thinking, and it is not a good idea. He is only going to cause problems …
The Truth About Your Halloween Costume Choice
It’s that time of year again. The time of craving carved creations and strangely satisfying scary faces. It seems, though, that before we realize it, …
How to Write a Short Story
The short story. These are the words that send many writers packing for the hills. How does one create memorable characters, conflict, and tie it …
I Miss Being You
Dear 10-Year-Old Me, I miss being you. I try to copy you, but I can’t leave aside everything that has happened to me since, good …
Wandering New York City — A City of Euphoria
“One belongs to New York instantly. One belongs to it as much in five minutes as in five years.” –Tom Wolfe New York City is …
Time Stopped, but It Will Continue
Dear Future Me, You have been through a lot, there is no denying that. Do you deserve better? Yeah, you would like to think so. …
The Truth About Love
“Putting someone’s needs above your own desires.” “Forgiving someone without consequences.” “Letting someone have that LAST piece of cake.” These are all common beliefs of …
Dear Tomorrow Me
Dear Tomorrow Me, You are going to be in high school in less than twenty-four hours. I have a few words of advice from your …
The Truth About Writing Honestly
The Comparison Game Recently, I was engaging in an activity I know is pointless…dangerous, even. I’m sure you’ve done it, too. It’s something I like …