Like Grey Gardens But Not: Mothers And Daughters
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Like Grey Gardens But Not: Mothers And Daughters

Like Grey Gardens but Not: Mothers and Daughters I have been thinking a lot about mothers and daughters lately. I blame it on four things: 1. I keep seeing the commercial for Flowers in the Attic coming on Lifetime. (One of my favorite books as a teenager, and man, what a mean mother) 2. I’m … Continue reading

Becoming A Caretaker: An Imperfect (But Not Entirely Terrible) Guide
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Becoming A Caretaker: An Imperfect (But Not Entirely Terrible) Guide

Becoming a caretaker may not even involve your parents, you could find yourself caring for a friend, grandparent, or neighbor. You may be put into the role when you’re older, or you may find yourself in a situation similar to mine- unexpected and unprepared and relatively young. There are some valuable lessons to be learned through the experience, and a few key points to keep in mind. Continue reading

[LOVE] Okcupid: A Double-Edged Sword of Empowerment & Sexual Perversity
Feminism / Sex & Love / Society & Culture

[LOVE] Okcupid: A Double-Edged Sword of Empowerment & Sexual Perversity

“Maybe you should try online dating.” Ten years ago, that was something you never wanted to hear. Now, it’s no big deal. These days, most people have tried online dating at least once. It’s simply another way people socialize; the internet has forever changed the way we interact. The world is no longer the one our … Continue reading

6 Modern Boy/Girl Duets That Are Totally Worth Your While
Art / Confessions / Sex & Love / Sounds

6 Modern Boy/Girl Duets That Are Totally Worth Your While

Let’s go a step beyond the ever-loved Moldy Peaches song, “Anybody Else But You,” and take a peek at other duets of the past decade. Long gone are the days of schmaltzy love songs (thankfully). That said, boy/girl duets are still very popular. Below are tracks that ought to be recognized for how sincere, open, and relatable they are. Much appreciation for the modern twist of the classic song style. Continue reading

7 Things Every Woman Should Know About Sex (Or At Least Remind Herself)
Confessions / Feminism / Sex & Love

7 Things Every Woman Should Know About Sex (Or At Least Remind Herself)

A month or so ago, a Reddit thread asking commenters to share things about sex they wish they were told but weren’t went absolutely viral. Many women’s pubs ran with this idea tweaking it ever so slightly. I think that’s a great thing, because whether we know these things, or need a little reminding the … Continue reading