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The Journal

I have always written for myself in a casual manner, finding blank pages in random journals around the house or resorting to my notes app if necessary. I have never had anywhere to share this outlet, so I decided to make one for myself. Welcome to my new virtual diary.

  • Haunting the Narrative

    Haunting the Narrative

    I firmly believe that everyone comes into our lives for a reason. Whether we choose to regret our experience with these people or not, each person teaches us a lesson. This can come in…

  • Is She Really Into You, Or Is She Just Being Nice?

    Male attention is often unwarranted. Sometimes, you might be seeking it. But more often than not, it is unwelcome and comes out of nowhere. So why does this happen so often? Most women in…

  • “Communication Majors Are Useless”

    My freshman year of college, I was required to take a handful of communication classes as prerequisites for my journalism major. And I finally understand why the major is so popular. If you ask…

  • Madeline Argy: The Emma Chamberlain Effect

    In 2017, Emma Chamberlain started posting on YouTube. She is now a multimillionaire with her own podcast, coffee brand and clothing line. As influencers continue to take over social media, she still stands as…

  • Do Our Coffee Orders Really Say Anything About Us?

    We’ve all seen those slideshow posts on nearly every social media site; “What your coffee order says about you!” No matter how little it really resonates with you, you’ve probably still scrolled, waiting for…

  • I Hate The Word “Situationship”

    “Situationship” is the new word of the decade. And I hate it. The word describes two people who talk and interact as if they were a couple, but have no clear label or commitment,…

  • Writing Inspired Me, But Journalism Created Me

    My freshman year was one full of fear and confusion. 14-year-olds entering high school are already instilled with the fear of not fitting in, being alone, and of the future. Now, there is an…

  • Signatures & Staple Pieces

    In a passing glance, what do people notice about you? Your hair or your height, maybe. From closer up, it could be your eyes or even your scent. But these are a given. What…

  • How Much is Too Much?

    Numbers control my life. It’s what time I wake up in the morning and go to bed at night. It’s when I have to start getting ready to give myself enough time before I…