In the world of young adult literature, few authors have managed to weave together ancient mythology and contemporary family struggles as masterfully as Rick Riordan. Through his Camp Half-Blood Chronicles—spanning Percy Jackson & the Olympians, The Heroes of Olympus, and The Trials of Apollo—Riordan has created a universe where teenage demigods navigate not just monsters … Continue reading Exploring Family Dynamics in the World of Demigods
Sociology
Beneath the Surface
The screaming had stopped hours ago. Eliza stared at the wreckage scattered across the beach, her designer blouse now torn and stained with blood that wasn't hers. The setting sun cast long shadows across the white sand, transforming the debris into monstrous silhouettes. Seventeen survivors had dragged themselves from the ocean after Flight 2783 went … Continue reading Beneath the Surface
Swinging Legs
Something struck me this morning during my doctor's appointment. No... it wasn't one of those hammers they used to use on your knee to test your reflexes. It was a thought. That's what struck me. And, yeah, everything's fine. Just a follow-up appointment to make sure all my vitals are still good after my physical … Continue reading Swinging Legs
Smart Phones, Dumb People
Do you ever have a craving for certain foods? Of course you do. I'm not talking about the stereotypical bizarre cravings that can come with pregnancy. Do those even really exist? Do pregnant women really crave chocolate covered pickles or is that just something they use for comedic purposes in Hollywood? I digress. A few … Continue reading Smart Phones, Dumb People
Life Story: Chapter Fifty Seven
Welcome to a series of stories that basically make up my autobiography. It’s not entirely thorough, but I’ll do the best I can with the memories locked away inside my head. Could be therapeutic for me. Could be humorous for you. Either way, enjoy… Previously on Life Story... I spent most of my senior English … Continue reading Life Story: Chapter Fifty Seven
Bachelor in Paradise: An Observation
Until recently, I'd never even considered watching anything related to the "reality" show, The Bachelor. But a friend has spoken highly of the show and, I'll admit, I was intrigued. Does that mean that I caught up on every episode that Hulu had to offer? Absolutely not. I wasn't that intrigued. But over the Labor … Continue reading Bachelor in Paradise: An Observation
The Confusing Middle 