Why are some people uncomfortable with being alone? I’m probably not the best person to answer that question, since I grew up as an only child. I’m used to my oneness and at times, I often prefer it. However, when the pandemic was a few months in full swing, there were moments when I did […]
I admire people who don’t care what people think about them. At times, I am that person. At times, I am the furthest from that mentality. Often, I could care less about what strangers, people I dislike or people who have no power over my money think about it me. However, it’s close relationships that […]
I’ve had a few health scares in the past. There was the time I had my first gout attack on April Fools’ Day (go figure) in 2019. Then there was the time a doctor tried to prescribe an antipsychotic drug for me (that I didn’t need), all because the “side effect” would ease my back […]
When relationships fail, it’s so easy to blame the other person. Really easy. However, even the darkest, most horrible relationships have two sides. It takes two to feel and reciprocate love. It takes two to convey and receive understanding. Nonetheless, we sometimes run into repeat situations because we haven’t dealt with the elephant in the […]
The older I get, the more I realize there is no linear plan to success. When I was younger, I thought if I went to school, got decent grades and worked hard, I was guaranteed success. Honestly, I couldn’t have been further from the truth. About ten years ago, my passion for writing (poetry specifically) […]
For some, it may be a delectable meal. For others, it may be a soothing melodic lullaby that lulls them to sleep at night. Some people find release in rousing sexual escapades. They are all forms of escape. Though some may be more drastic than others, we all have our coping mechanisms. These last (almost) […]
If you’re reading this, I hope you’re having an amazing Labor Day weekend! Chances are that you’ve worked extremely hard and deserve to take a break. Here’s something that will make your relaxation even sweeter: $10 off on all books on my site. Yes, for the first time ever, you can get any book here […]
Life has a funny way of inspiring art. A few years ago, my bank account was no laughing matter. Life situations mixed with a couple of desperate financial choices left me thousands of dollars in the hole. During that period in my life, I was bitter and unhappy. Plus, I had to quickly find a […]
I started collecting vinyl in December of last year (with the kick-start from one of my best friends). Since then, I have collected more records than I care to admit. During one of my recent record store visits, the cashier told me about how he purchased a rare album for his teenaged son. His son […]
Today marks ten years since the launch of the website you’re reading this blog from today. What initially started as an avenue to share some of my poetry and thoughts on music, turned into a website to host books, drink reviews and publishing. Thank you all for your kind words, support and love for these […]