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The Lost German Girl: A Haunting Reminder of History
There’s an old film clip from the end of World War II that I can’t stop thinking about. It’s known as The Lost German Girl, and it shows a young woman walking alone down a war-torn road, surrounded by soldiers. Her face is bruised, her hair is messy, and she looks exhausted, completely worn down… Continue reading
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March Whispers
March wind hums a tune,whispering of loss and bloom,halfway to the sun. Continue reading
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A Night of Recognition: Celebrating Dale Johnson and Female Composers
Last night’s Tacoma Youth Symphony concert was a moment of reflection, celebration, and recognition. It was a reminder of the untold stories of women in classical music and a tribute to the impact of Dale Johnson, a figure whose influence has shaped countless musicians over the years. It was a night that made me reflect… Continue reading
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The Unveiling: A Love Letter to My True Self
It hit me today. A voice in my head asked, “Why are you holding back? Why are you hiding?” Wow. I have spent a lifetime hiding—hiding from the world, from others, from myself. I have played the roles expected of me, worn the masks that kept me safe, dimmed my light so I would not… Continue reading
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A Glimpse of Spring and a Bowl of Pho
Today felt like an unexpected shift. A quiet moment of calm as if spring had arrived ahead of schedule. The sun was soft, the air was warm, and there was a stillness in the world that made everything feel more grounded. It wasn’t the dramatic change of season but more of a subtle reminder that… Continue reading
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The Danger of the INFJ
As an INFJ, I found this video titled “Why a True INFJ is So Dangerous” to be an interesting exploration of the complexities that come with being this rare personality type. INFJs are often seen as deeply empathetic and idealistic, with an unwavering commitment to their values. However, this very depth of feeling and vision… Continue reading
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My Most Ambitious DIY Project
Describe the most ambitious DIY project you’ve ever taken on. When most people think of DIY projects, they imagine home renovations, crafting, or some kind of hands-on creation. But for me, the most ambitious DIY project I’ve ever taken on wasn’t something I could hold in my hands, it was earning my MBA in just… Continue reading
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Song of the Varied Thrush
In the mist of morning’s light,Where cedar trees meet ocean’s might,A song drifts softly through the pines,From the varied thrush, where silence twines. It calls across the dampened moss,Through tangled woods and mountain’s gloss,A melody so clear, so deep,A secret that the shadows keep. Beneath the sky, a gray-blue hue,Where coastal winds and rain are… Continue reading
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A Spicy Adventure: My First Time Making Nigerian Tomato Stew
Last weekend, I made Nigerian Tomato Stew with beef for the first time, and it was an experience that transcended the simple act of cooking, it felt like I was awakening a new side of myself. Over the past year, I’ve started exploring cuisines that were once unfamiliar to me, and each dish has been… Continue reading
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The First Time I Heard “Teen Town” by Weather Report: A Childhood Memory Reawakened
I can still remember the first time I heard Teen Town by Weather Report. I was just a little girl, sitting in front of the TV, when it happened. The moment the music started, something clicked deep within me. I was mesmerized. I didn’t know who Jaco Pastorius was or what kind of music this… Continue reading
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We’re in Big Trouble—And We Need to Wake Up
The United States is in big trouble. I see it more clearly every day, and I can’t stay quiet about it anymore. Growing up, I thought being a hardcore right-wing, red-blooded conservative was the only path. I didn’t understand my mom’s feminism. If anything, I rejected it. I thought that strength meant aligning with a… Continue reading
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Upcoming Concert: (No, I’m Not the Soloist!)
This upcoming weekend, I’ll be playing with the Tacoma Youth Symphony again, and I couldn’t be more excited! No, I’m not the soloist, let’s not get ahead of ourselves. I mean, I’m a violist, remember? We live in the middle of the orchestra, adding warmth, depth, and a touch of existential mystery to the music.… Continue reading
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Chasing the Dusk
Kiss me as the sun sets,When the world softens and the night whispers its secrets,Let your lips trace the curve of my neck,A slow, deliberate tease that leaves me breathless,Warming the spaces between us that no words can fill. Hold me close, feel the heat rise as our bodies melt together,Fingers grazing skin, finding the… Continue reading
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Why Jean-Luc Ponty’s Egocentric Molecules Blew My Mind
I’ve recently come across something that completely stopped me in my tracks. Jean-Luc Ponty’s Egocentric Molecules, which was released in 1977 on the album Cosmic Messenger. I’m not exaggerating when I say it blew my mind. I just had to take a moment to sit with it and reflect. It’s one of those pieces that… Continue reading
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Fever of You
The space between us trembles, it burns with fire.Your touch is a promise, your breath fans desire. I taste your name in the hush of the night,my skin still smolders where your hands conspire. Your lips—hot embers—trace over my skin,a whispered command, a wordless choir. The hunger between us, untamed and wild,pulls us deeper, our… Continue reading
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Heavenly
I’ve had this Cigarettes After Sex piece on repeat for days now. I love the haunting vocals and how the ambient melodies weave together in a way that feels sensual yet melancholic, intimate yet vast. Continue reading
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The Rain Remembers
The rain does not ask where you have been.It does not weigh your regretsor measure the ache in your bones.It simply falls, soft, steady, unburdened, inviting you to do the same. Each drop carries a memory,the scent of yesterday’s laughter,the hush of something waiting to be born.It kisses the earth, awakens the roots,washes away what… Continue reading
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