What I’ve learned from you isn’t just a love of music- it’s a love of listening. Since I was either 4 or 5 years old, I have memorized the songs These Eyes and Lady in Red. I have this memory that is clear as day, and I have to share it. Before I went to… Continue reading My Dads Radio Shaped Me
Author: ellieblakemore
Nothing Gold Can Stay
“Robert Frost’s Tragic Personal Life Teaches Us That Life Goes On.” In 10th grade English class, we spent (what felt like a month) on a poetry unit tapping into how these words made us feel. The power of words in the deepest, dustiest part of your heart. Ahh, my favorite place to tap into! Most… Continue reading Nothing Gold Can Stay
Your Brain Isn’t Supposed to be a War Zone
Your brain isn't supposed to feel like a war zone. And I know what you're thinking, "..uh yeah, obviously it's not?" The phrase war zone can seem like a stretch. But to me, and to many others, the phrase war zone is exactly what it feels like. East Ridge Elementary school, you hold the dearest… Continue reading Your Brain Isn’t Supposed to be a War Zone
I learned the value of a true friend when I turned 21
I think I learned the real value of a true friend this year, and in the deepest parts of me, I feel like I’ve earned the right to say it. It feels childish, admitting that I understand the depths of friendships now, at almost 22 years old. Isn’t that something I was supposed to learn… Continue reading I learned the value of a true friend when I turned 21
Do you remember the moment you realized the world didn’t revolve around you?
Humans are selfish creatures. It’s in our nature and that's okay to admit. When you’re born, there’s no orientation into life. Theres not a sit-down meeting, where you're explained what you're in for. Trust me, my mom and I have gotten into the "I didn't sign up to be born" argument many times. There’s no… Continue reading Do you remember the moment you realized the world didn’t revolve around you?
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