Bad Service or Inefficient System? — When I was 13, I thought it was cool to get braces, because it seemed all the “cool” kids were getting them. I am not sure if it is the same with other dental practices. On my first appointment, I got my braces on without the wire. I had to…

An Unforgettable Nightmare — For the purpose of keeping each person’s identity confidential, I’ve changed their names in this story. I will also not disclose their relationship to me. I told Michael the weekend I was moving out of my apartment, and he agreed to help me move out. For some reason, Michael thought…

When I think of souvenirs, I think of T-shirts, mugs, postcards, and other items that serve one or no function, take up space, and collect dust or fade over time. A couple of months ago I went to a festival near home and got a 2-in-1 pen. It is the…

Reflection on Ryan Trahan’s 30 Day Penny Challenge — Ryan Trahan is a Youtuber who crossed America within 30 days starting from a penny to raise awareness and raise money for Feeding America. It was entertaining to watch, because he has various methods to raise money to eat and to get to the next state. …

A Reunion Celebration Between the Living and the Dead — Growing up, I associated the cemetery as a place to pay respect. My mom would buy a bunch of artificial flowers to place at the grave. I’ve been to a few funerals a long time ago as a kid. It usually consisted of arriving in black attire, praying, and then…

My Relationship With Food — Growing up, my parents taught me not to waste food. I should be grateful and eat everything on my plate, because there are hungry children in third world countries. Those who are less fortunate don’t have that luxury. Food to them is a means for survival. I’ve been fortunate to…

Should I Be Concerned? — Ever since I got my first period, I did not look forward to another one. Is the Time of the Month Mother Nature’s Way to Punish Women? Mother Nature is calling again. It’s the time of the month, and it’s not pleasant.medium.com Every month my body undergoes shredding of the unfertilized egg, blood, and uterine lining tissues. I can wear a pad to prevent the menstrual flow to leak through my pants, and I can take over-the-counter…

Along the Central Coast of California — California is a big state. According to National Geographic’s 50 States 5000 Ideas book, it is America’s most populous state with an estimate of 38 million people. When people think about California, they think of the major cities like San Francisco, Los Angeles, and San Diego. …

It Was Not Happily Ever After in 2020 — Hi! I’m Cindy! You may know me as Cinderella. Though there may be some similarities, my story is not exactly how it was written in story books. My story begins in March 2020 when my stepmother gave me a long list of chores to complete. I don’t think I’m going…