i paint my lashes jet black the guards at my gates eyelids swollen pink 9–5 is set for the men perfectly poised for their productivity while our wallets wallow within the gaps i’m at my wit’s end what more must i do to prove the worth i already hold true a flash of red across my lips bits of silk detain my hips one… deep… breath one last long look before the day devours

I made you laugh And I think for the first time you saw me Not my body and the curves that intoxicate But me. I saw the realization in your…

Is this considered social media? Who knows. Either way, I wanted to share with you what quitting social media has done for me. Before I begin, I want to clarify some things. First, this writing will be sloppy and informal. I did not want to proofread the entire thing. I…

We’re about 10 days into the New Year, and I’ve made pretty good effort with my resolutions this year. Here are a few of mine for context: re-learn how to surf (I haven’t in over a year — sad, I know) make new friends + strengthen current connections journal every…

Art has been a resource with multiple uses since the beginning of human experience. From conveying cultural context, religious value, societal value, and even providing a form of escapism, art has become a crucial industry for artist’s to make their livelihood. However, with the pressure to monetize hobbies and dependence…

With Fiona wreaking havoc on Puerto Rico and the Dominican Republic, aid is being sent and resources are being posted to help those affected. …

Growing up on the east coast has been quite an experience. Funny enough, I have traveled to so many places: Sicily, Australia, Hawai’i, Belize — but never did I step foot in the western part of the United States unless my layover was in Los Angeles. It was always New…

Yoosa. That’s the name I chose. After a full eight-hour day of staring at it, saying it mentally fifty times designing the logo, and creating a website for it, I decided to stick with it. This page will now be for the following content: surf, travel, and a little bit…

Well, hey there! Did ya miss me? Welcome back to my Medium. I reread my last article and could not help but smile at that version of myself. If only she knew the changes that were to come for her just a week later. I quit that shitty job, which…