The best advice I’ve ever gotten is to write on a regular schedule. This is my attempt to produce a new piece every week.
Ain’t Nobody Got Time For Your Whataboutism
I have a terrible habit of commenting on news stories that I see on Facebook. And especially when the story is about social justice, or race relations, or politics in general. I know I shouldn’t. I know that a distressing majority of the comments I’m going to get in response will be from some stupid … Continue reading “Ain’t Nobody Got Time For Your Whataboutism”
THREE DAYS LATER: An Easter Story
Happy Easter! Please enjoy an excerpt from this pulp retelling of the resurrection of Jesus, wherein he’s a Mexican gunslinger in the Old West. *** PROLOGUE It was a beautiful day for a hanging. The desert was still and serene, as though heaven and nature both had stopped in their course to observe the moment … Continue reading “THREE DAYS LATER: An Easter Story”
This Post Is Mostly About Donald Trump, And I Apologize; I’m Not Happy About It Either
I’ve thought about Donald Trump approximately 3000% less in the past two months than I have over the past five years. It’s been a nice mental reprieve. Not having to wake up every morning and care what Donald Trump was going to do that day has been like a vacation of the soul. Perhaps even … Continue reading “This Post Is Mostly About Donald Trump, And I Apologize; I’m Not Happy About It Either”
America’s Racial Reckoning, Cont.
I really thought that the United States had learned a lesson about racism during 2020. I mean, we spent all summer on it. I thought we were at least past the point of arguing about whether or not racism exists, you know? But as usual, it was incredibly naive of me to have any optimism … Continue reading “America’s Racial Reckoning, Cont.”
Honestly, I Would’ve Been Happier With An Asteroid Scenario, But Whatever
A year ago, my city made some of the scariest and most surreal announcements that I had ever heard. You know exactly what I’m talking about: Pandemic. Quarantine. Lockdown. Shelter in place. State of Emergency. Isolate. Don’t breathe the air. Don’t touch the surfaces. Don’t panic. No, really, don’t panic. *KILL BILL SIREN NOISES*DON’T FUCKING … Continue reading “Honestly, I Would’ve Been Happier With An Asteroid Scenario, But Whatever”
In Retrospect, Benjamin Franklin Was Right About A Lot Of Things
I think I’ve finally uncovered the secret to being a responsible, productive, and successful member of society. From this moment forward, I’m done with the millennial notion of trying to adult- I have now officially transitioned into just being an adult. It’s been nearly thirty years of trial and error, but I’m pretty sure that … Continue reading “In Retrospect, Benjamin Franklin Was Right About A Lot Of Things”
Putting The Fun In Fundamental
Did anyone else used to read? I sure did. In fact, I used to inhale books at a dazzling speed. I read Stephen King’s entire body of work in a single semester during middle school. I finished every Harry Potter book in under three days- yes, even Order of the Phoenix. I don’t think there … Continue reading “Putting The Fun In Fundamental”
Variations On The Theme Of Writer’s Block
This past week, I decided that it was finally time to revisit my NaNoWriMo project. I was feeling excited about the idea, and ready to do some editing with fresh eyes- and then I opened the word document, and immediately got smacked in the face by my old nemesis Writer’s Block. So I did a … Continue reading “Variations On The Theme Of Writer’s Block”
What A Friend We Have In Satan, As It Turns Out
I’ve never been the kind of person to commit to a religion. In middle school, I thought I might become a Catholic nun because it looked a lot less scary than trying to figure out how sex worked. I don’t actually remember why I changed my mind, but I bet it had something to do … Continue reading “What A Friend We Have In Satan, As It Turns Out”
It’s Black History Month And I’m Back On My Bullshit, Y’all
Do you remember that “Three Fictional Characters Challenge” that was popular on Facebook a few years ago? The point was to post a photoset of the three fictional characters you think are the best representation of yourself. At the time, the three characters that I picked were Hermione Granger, Leslie Knope, and Wednesday Addams. Very … Continue reading “It’s Black History Month And I’m Back On My Bullshit, Y’all”
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