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I'm in a car on a ten-hour roadtrip and I forgot to write my piece in advance. This is the result of my forgetfulness. 1. Gilderoy Lockhart We all know Gilderoy Lockhart as the arrogant, insufferable professor who Obliviates heroes and takes credit for their work. But he's also gorgeous and purportedly charismatic - so … Continue reading 6 Minor Harry Potter Characters Who Deserve Novel-Length Standalone Stories
Ever since I made the mistake of clicking on one of their Facebook ads, SinglesSwag has been all over my social media like the most persistent Tinder match you've ever had. But I was intrigued from the start. For those of you who aren't targeted by advertisements for single women, SinglesSwag is a subscription box … Continue reading Product Review: Singles Swag Box
From the trending 10-step Korean Skincare Routine to the magical blackhole that is r/skincareaddiction and every beauty guru between, the cyber-world of skincare is a place full of overwhelming possibility. Unlike the razor industry, skincare companies are expanding their product ranges in cross-cultural and (at least somewhat) scientifically-based directions. This means a lot of options, a lot … Continue reading Four Ways to Upgrade Your Skincare Routine
I recently re-experienced the joys of being vodka daydrunk while at a bachelorette party, but things are different now. I'm in my late twenties. My body has created and expelled two whole human beings. Things are starting to deteriorate. I can't go as hard as I used to, and when I try, I only end … Continue reading How To Handle A Hangover
As I said in my last post, it's Virgo season and I'm super hyped for it. But you don't have to be born under The Virgin in order to appreciate the most Virgo-ful time of the year. Even though we Virgos might have a reputation for being a little uptight, you can actually find a … Continue reading Six Ways to Celebrate Virgo Season
Welcome to September! It's Virgo season y'all, and we're going to get our shit together. This month, we're challenging ourselves (and you!) to start or re-start a basic, healthy habit that's fallen by the wayside. The idea is to focus on something small and simple that can have a big impact on your day-to-day well-being. … Continue reading September Challenge: Back to Basics
The school year's only just begun, so you may not yet be worried about things like 'proving your intelligence over holiday breaks.' That's fine, since I'm worrying about it for you - it's practically September, which means Thanksgiving is just around the corner. Which means you will be put on the spot over a dried-out roast turkey so … Continue reading Seven Foreign Language Phrases To Impress Your Parents When They Ask How Your Language Minor Is Going
This post is in tribute to every woman who’s stood in a CVS staring dumbfounded at the razor options as decision fatigue starts to overwhelm her. I see you. I understand you. I’m sorry that happened to you. It happened to me too, so I fell down a google rabbit hole trying to find out … Continue reading How to Pick a Razor
We're in the twilight of summer, with the weather turning from unreasonably hot to pleasantly sunny, which means I'm allowed to start writing posts about Fall. Fall is more than just pumpkin spice lattes, the best holidays, and the clothing style that most fits my #aesthetic: whether you’re headed back to school (or your kid … Continue reading Five Tips for a Productive Fall
My four-year-old started kindergarten last week and she's doing great. Of course she is - she's everything I was always both hopeful and terrified I'd have in a daughter: vivacious, self-possessed, confident, personable, smart as a whip, and charming. But I'll admit to you, in confidence, that it took me awhile to also be doing great. … Continue reading How to Cope With Your Kid Starting School