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Rumor
Rumor has it that secrets, lies, and videotape can have a powerful effect on individuals and their relationships. Depending on the situation, the consequences can be drastic and far-reaching. In this article, we explore the implications of secrets, lies, and videotape, and how to deal with them in an appropriate manner.
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Through a candidly honest narrative, the author reflects on their experiences with the word and how it has affected them. They discuss not just the power of the word, but also the difficulty of controlling it.
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This page explores how music has shaped the identity of an individual, who never felt like they had an identity. Learn how music has provided comfort, guidance and inspiration for this individual, and how it continues to be a driving force in their life.
Continue Reading →Jillian’s on Fremont Street
Jillian’s promises a unique and unforgettable experience for everyone, no matter how many times you’ve raced down the highway trying to find your way in safely. Be sure to trust your gut, and don’t make the mistake of parking in the parking garage!
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This page discusses the feeling of being in a funk and the inner dialogue that accompanies it. It acknowledges the seemingly mundane questions that arise when in this state yet also recognizes the deep sadness and frustration that comes with feeling isolated and hostile towards the world.
Continue Reading →Slanted Suitcase: Disneyland for Introverts
The Disneyland resort in Anaheim is a magical place. You can try to convince me otherwise but trust me, you won't! As soon as you walk through the gates you’re transported and enter a world of whimsy and joy and you can leave yourself behind for a day. For all the problematic issues that people have levied against the Walt Disney Company, there is one thing they have never faltered on. And that's delivering magic to everyone young and old. Caption: Here you leave today and enter the world of yesterday, tomorrow, and fantasy I’ve proudly stated that I’m an…
11 Things I Learned from Pokémon
Pokémon came out when I was in high school. I wasn't the target audience. But I was drawn to the characters, the monsters that fit in my pocket, and the adventures and hijinks they got into together every day. A cynical person will say that cartoons are meant for kids. But a great cartoon brings joy to anyone who watches it and teaches you something new about yourself. With the surge of popularity - and my devoted attention to the mobile game Pokémon Go - I began to look deeper at the stories the show was trying to tell. I've…
That’s Not My Name: Ethnicity and the Writer’s Life
I am an introvert. I find small talk exhausting, and being around the general public makes me feel like I am on The Truman Show. It feels like I'm only being spoken to because it's part of their job as an actor in the story of my life. The worst feeling in the world for someone like me is walking into a room of people you have never met before with your name plastered on a sticker. Your primary directive is to glad-handle everybody and their grandmother for the sake of networking. A typical script: (deep breath) “Hi, hello, my…