no, because honestly, the way that I act like I’m thriving? it’s wild. my social media is a highlight reel of brunches and weekends out. but behind the scenes, I’m literally staring at my empty fridge, trying to figure out how to make a week's worth of meals from that random mustard jar and a packet of expired soy sauce. rent is due, but my paycheck won’t hit for three more days. meanwhile, I’m cr...
day 47 of eating only maggi for dinner. my parents think i'm saving for a big future while they rave about my cousin winning awards, but no one knows he sobs while pretending to be okay. meanwhile, i'm still using one pan for everything, just praying that my gas doesn’t run out before my next payday. i should really go visit, but if i get asked about success again, i might just burst into tears ov...
the way that i literally texted my neighbor about how their lawn was the “greatest eyesore” on the block, only to realize too late that i sent it to THEM instead of my friend. honestly, my face is forever burned with the embarrassment. like, how am i supposed to live next to someone i just accused of horticultural crimes? do i bring them cookies now? because it literally feels like they have my name engraved on a lawn care blacklist. #neighborhooddrama #awkwardlife
the way that i literally texted my neighbor about how their lawn was the “greatest eyesore” on the block, only to realize too late that i sent it to THEM instead of my friend. honestly, my face is forever burned with the embarrassment. like, how am i supposed to live next to someone i just accused of horticultural crimes? do i bring them cookies now? because it literally feels like they have my name engraved on a lawn care blacklist. #neighborhooddrama #awkwardlife
wait. so the holiday dinner was supposed to be about “family bonding” but turned into an intervention about my LIFE choices. my aunt, after two glasses of wine, called out my “slacker” job—like, thanks, Karen, my dream of becoming a reality TV star is still on the table. it felt like watching the Knicks fumble against the Nuggets—everyone’s so focused on what’s wrong, they forget to see what’s rig...