I don’t know what’s up with me lately. I’ve been on this quest, so to speak, to prove that rich and poor people are not so different – as people that is. I myself am not wealthy, don’t drive a sports car, and have not been paid by some secret society of the über wealthy […]

My cat is fearless. (Note: That’s not my cat in the picture, but I wouldn’t be surprised if she pulled a similar stunt). She slapped a dog 3x her size because he was getting a little too close for comfort, explored dark alleys, and couldn’t care less whether that crisp white shirt she lies down […]

Male friend: It’s this way. Me: I think it’s in the opposite direction. Male friend: Nah, it’s this way. Me: You sure? (Knowing full well I was correct). Male friend: Positive 45 minutes later… Male friend: Crap. I think we’re (notice the “we’re”) going in the wrong direction. Me: … I can think of at […]

I am enamored with the medieval code of conduct when it comes to relationships – the importance of chivalry. I love the idea of knights, castles, and battling for a woman’s affection. The gowns, the corsets, the Lancelots… Then I shake myself from my reverie, and realize that women were often treated like property in […]

It’s hard not to paint the filthy rich with the same dirty brush. And so hard not to punch someone who flaunts their wealth. “I’m in the process of having my condo built to my specifications,” said a silver-spooned, snob of an acquaintance I run into occasionally. “I took the top floor. I don’t want […]

I thought I’d be a little heart-warming today. I was inspired to write something that could restore our faith in humanity after receiving a pamphlet on how to prepare for a zombie apocalypse. Seriously. I was waiting in line to watch Rocky Horror Picture Show, surrounded by enthusiastic fans in lingerie and heels. I am […]

Catechism classes, as I recall them, were usually followed by attending mass, which most of us found mind-numbingly boring – and of course, gave us an excuse to talk and fool around. I remember telling my friend how creepy the life-sized statues of saints were, and pointed at a particularly nightmare-worthy one, to which my […]

I won’t spend more than $50 on a purse – and even that’s a bit steep. Why? I don’t care whose name is on it, as long as I like it. A store I worked at often stocked Fendi and Prada accessories, and I couldn’t understand the logic behind spending $500 on a purse and […]

I called a friend last night for relationship advice – knowing, of course, exactly what her advice would be. The problem with problems is that we already know the answer; we either want to be validated, or don’t like the solution and hope for an easier way out. An hour later she called me…for relationship […]

I’m not going to lie, I’ve dabbled a little in weight loss products. OK, I just lied. I’ve dabbled a lot. It’s not that I don’t work out – I actually go to the gym several times a week – I just like yummy, not so healthy food. And just to prove my point, I’m […]

Most companies do inventory at the end of the year. I, like many people, do my own inventory, which I call “counting my grievan-blessings.” I’ll explain. I usually begin by being thankful for the blessings in my life, like, “Thank you for my car,” to which a voice in my head will add, “even though […]

“Why am I writing a post on PMS?” I had to ask myself this before going through with it. Maybe I’m tired of it being used as the butt of jokes, or the panacea to account for my outbursts, every time, all the time. “She must be PMSing.” Sorry guys. It’s not an excuse. It’s […]