Hey Internet, it's been a while. It's safe to say that existence is not quite the same since the last time we spoke. Our relationship began when I was a young, insecure teen who didn't fit in. You provided me the means to share my journey and meet others who shared similar interests - however … Continue reading A decade older
Category: Mental Health
Last summer I got into mountain biking, and so did the spouse. Technically it's been a few years since venturing offroad for the very first time (at least for me), but this past year was the first consistent season of riding, and first year of feeling somewhat confident out on the trails. I also became … Continue reading Beginner cyclist & Zwift newbie vs. the 12 week “Build Me Up” training plan
It’s that time of year again where we all look back and reflect on how life went this past rotation around the sun, and many of us will come to the conclusion that some things need to change. When I was younger, new year’s resolutions seemed silly. Nobody ever seems to stick by them, and … Continue reading New year, same anxiety
October 2012 was the last time I play pierced. It was also the month my lobes were reconstructed. A lot has happened in the last five years. Obvious things like my aesthetic changes of course but more private things, too. A few months after the photo on the left was taken, I went on hiatus … Continue reading Onward
My second visit to the piercer conference in Vegas is now over and down in the books. I'm back at home and have spent a day reflecting on my experience. This past week began as a lonely one, arriving alone a couple days ahead of classes, triggering the recluse in me, and making it even … Continue reading Post-Vegas depression
For a second year in a row, Vegas will once again become an awkward home where I'll live and study within the same building for one week, get a glimpse at the best body jewellery, and if I'm lucky enough, get the opportunity to tag along with others on new adventures and create social bonds. … Continue reading Pre-APP2017 nerves