I was listening to a song by Mallory Knox called “Lighthouse.” A particular lyric struck a chord in me and inspired this. “Find the lighthouse in the dark, and shine a light on every single soul that weeps.” This line really hit me. I’ve listened to this song a million times, but it wasn’t until […]
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I’m in a really strange place right now. My thoughts are not my own. I don’t know my rights or wrongs. I feel invisible and out of place. You say I’m fine, that you don’t hate me, but that’s not what I feel. Deep down I know you all love me for who I am […]
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From all of us here at Germ, have a happy and safe Fourth of July!
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Escapism. [noun] Defined in the Oxford Dictionary as: “The tendency to seek distraction and relief from unpleasant realities, especially by seeking entertainment and engaging in fantasy.” I am, by definition, an escapist. I leave behind my sorrow and mood. I sink beneath the urge to brood. Run as far as I can from the feelings. […]
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I still remember the day I found out I was going to get the chance to meet her. It was a Tuesday, and I was in my local Waterstones just passing the time reading, looking at what books I wanted to buy next, even though they cost me an arm and a leg. Then on […]
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We here at Germ hope that the end of 2016 treated you well and that you all stayed safe while ringing it in. 2017, here we come!
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Whether you’re living it up at a party tonight or spending a quiet night in with friends and a round of Monopoly (guilty), we hope you have a safe, fun evening sending 2016 off in style. Happy New Year’s Eve, Germies, and we’ll see you on the other side!
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Merry Christmas to the best readers in the world! We love you guys, and we hope your day is bright, merry, and full of cheer! Love, your Germ Staff
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From your devoted Germ Staff, we hope that your Christmas Eve is the best yet!
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