What if you were hand-picked for a mission of a lifetime, but your spouse couldn’t go with you? You’d be working among real aliens–beings from a far-distant planet named Oasis. Would you be able to stay in contact with your significant other you ask? Why yes, of course! You passed the tests with flying colors,Continue reading “The Book of Strange New Things”
Author Archives: Meghan B.
Hello there! Thanks for checking out my blog.
Fun Facts:
• I'm in my early 30s!
• Writing is a HUGE part of my life—I'd be lost if I couldn't express myself through words. (Growing up, books were a source of comfort for me. I’m still drawn to bookshelves & read as often as I can.)
• My other hobbies include knitting, gaming, & coloring.
• I have two "Golden Girl" Retrievers, Charlie (4) & Lily (almost a year old! How time flies).
My family, friends, dogs, & fiancé Rory are all very important in my life. I honestly wouldn't trade them for anything!
Happy blogging, everyone! 💙
My Favorite Band in the Whole Wide World
My life was forever changed on September 18th, 2008. This was the day that I heard the Texas alternative/art rock group called Blue October for the first time.
Farewell, my Furry Friend
Dear Bogan, When we picked you up, you were long and tiny. You were so cute as a puppy! You’d flown all the way from New York to Minnesota, in a light pink kennel. Mom and Dad cried in the car, because you reminded them of the day they picked up Liesel–our previous dachshund–and surprisedContinue reading “Farewell, my Furry Friend”
I don’t want to be an American Idiot
Hello, readers! Normally, I don’t want to get too political on the internet. But I’ll let these two well-placed songs speak for themselves in regards to Trump and immigration. Green Day’s “American Idiot” Trump went to Canada and not only insulted the Prime Minister, but set off some pretty major protests. Led Zeppelin’s “Immigrant Song” Continue reading “I don’t want to be an American Idiot”
My Hero Academia
Hello, dear readers! My boyfriend Rory and I are watching a really cool Japanese anime at the moment. It’s about young superheroes. Awesome, right?! My Hero Academia is a show about young hopeful superheroes. It blends high school drama with the action and training involved in becoming a real pro-hero at UA High. It feels fresh, notContinue reading “My Hero Academia”
The Bookshelf Project
July 2018 the year I started The Bookshelf Project 133 books read so far! 200+ number of books on my shelves & Kindle my backstory Hello there! Welcome to a project I’ve been working towards my entire life: reading everything on my bookshelves. I say this in a one-sentence-breath because it’s true, and it’s actuallyContinue reading “The Bookshelf Project”
A Closed Internet
Hello, readers! I love the freedom I have on the web. We all do. Oh, excuse me, I should say had. Recently in the U.S., we’ve lost net neutrality. I was at work when I saw the news alert. I’m enraged and devastated that the Internet is going to be commercialized like television. It’s disgusted andContinue reading “A Closed Internet”
Trailers: Bohemian Rhapsody
Guten Abend! (Good evening!) I went to the movie theater last night with my Mom and sister. We had so much fun: The Book Club was a sweet, funny movie about four older women reconnecting with the men in their lives–with a little help from the naughty (and let’s face it, horribly written and veryContinue reading “Trailers: Bohemian Rhapsody”
Christopher Robin
Hello, everyone! Happy Tuesday morning! I had a fantastic weekend–my sister is home now from college, so we’ve been hanging out a ton. We’re currently watching Planet Earth II on Netflix. It’s so good! I just wanted to show you guys the new trailer for Christopher Robin. I’m a huge fan of A.A. Milne’s work.Continue reading “Christopher Robin”
Metallica: August 20th, 2016
Do you feel alive? How does it feel to be alive?! – James Hetfield, from the S&M live concert August 20th, 2016 My first-ever concert was at the U.S. Bank Stadium. The wickedly talented and very badass heavy metal rock band Metallica was playing. It was incredible. We were excited. Once I got off work that day,Continue reading “Metallica: August 20th, 2016”
#WeekendCoffeeShare (Sun. May 13th)
Hello, dear reader! Mother’s Day has already come and gone. This year, I went all out. I bought a dark blue Yankee candle and a card. Instead of writing a poem–which I’ve done for each of my parents over the years–I made a list of humorous inside jokes and heartfelt messages. My mom has taughtContinue reading “#WeekendCoffeeShare (Sun. May 13th)”
#weekendcoffeeshare (Sat. April 14th)
Hello, dear reader! If we were having coffee, I’d be sporting my metal flower water bottle. For the past few days, I’ve been having a pretty wicked cold. (I mean wicked as in ugly, not cool.) If we were having coffee, I would probably be trying to not fall asleep. I only worked for six hours today–IContinue reading “#weekendcoffeeshare (Sat. April 14th)”
The Double Standard: Mental Health
Hello, dear reader! I have anxiety. I have depression. Some days, my mood is really good. Some days, I have “down” days, or more specifically, “down” moments. I say down moments because my mood will shift, even if I suddenly feel sad. Some days, I’m worried about stupid stuff, like letting myself fret over the future–which I know willContinue reading “The Double Standard: Mental Health”
A Love Letter to A Little Life
Hello, dear reader! Note: the book cover is an alternative one. the original features “the orgasmic man” This 724-paged novel captivated me, chewed me up with its rawness, spit me back out, and came back swinging with fresh emotions and intense feels. Hanya Yanagihara’s work is akin to an MMA fighter: Once you’re in theContinue reading “A Love Letter to A Little Life”
Revolutionary Road
Hey folks! [The projector’s film crackles & big band music springs to life. The announcer’s voice is jolly.] Joining us this evening is a young woman all the way from the land of ten thousand lakes! She’s traveled far, and has much to say about this particular picture, Revolutionary Road. Grab your popcorn and pullContinue reading “Revolutionary Road”
The Nerdy Nook 