Growing up we were told to be quiet and listen. We were told to cover up. Boys will be boys ( as if that phrase justifies the crimes they commit). Well what was she wearing? Why was she there? Don’t you want kids? Don’t you want to get married? You’re a woman, you should knowContinue reading “I Am a Woman.”
Author Archives: Isabel Barreiro
It’s Over!
It’s over! Yesterday I graduated. I was under the most stress I had ever been the past two weeks to the point that on graduation day I cracked twice and started crying because I was overwhelmed by everything, stress, people and every part of me wanted to run away and lock myself in my room.Continue reading “It’s Over!”
It’s Okay To Not Be Excited
I’M GRADUATING! Am I suppose to be excited? Honestly I’m not. For me it’s just going to be another day. And I’ve made piece with that fact. I use to feel bad because everyone would be excited and I would just be there thinking something is wrong with me. For most people graduation is anContinue reading “It’s Okay To Not Be Excited”
Why I’m Not Happy About Graduating
I’m not excited about graduation. Don’t tell me I should be. Do you realize I’m graduating into a global pandemic, civil war and the worst job market ever? Exactly.
Autumn Leaves
Autumn Leaves by Isabel Afonso The crunch of leaves fills her ears. The chilling winds sweep her off her feet. She tugs at her charcoal gray cardigan, hurries down the cluttered street. Her blue eyes glance at the slow dying trees. The ever changing leaves float to the ground like parachutes. Colors of red, orange,Continue reading “Autumn Leaves”
Empathy
Empath Definition: a person with the paranormal ability to apprehend the mental or emotional state of another individual. My definition: being one with your emotions and everyone else’s to the point you get overwhelmed by trying to be everyone’s superhero and keep a smile on your face. It’s exhausting being an empath. It’s exhausting havingContinue reading “Empathy”
2019 Reflection-Part 2
Alright. Time for my annual reflection. I swear every time I write one of these I realize I just get busier and busier with each passing year. 2019 was one for the books. I accomplished a lot of firsts. Now my favorite part. Let’s take a look at my New Year’s Resolution from last yearContinue reading “2019 Reflection-Part 2”
Thank You-Part 1 2019 Reflection
DECEMBER 2, 2019. In just less than 30 days we shall be entering 2020. It’s crazy to think that the year 2000 will be 20 years ago. I mean it’s crazy just to think that I graduated five years ago. I usually reflect on the year past in my blog post when it comes nearContinue reading “Thank You-Part 1 2019 Reflection”
Why Pixar’s New Short ‘Purl’ Represents Women in The Workforce
By now we’ve managed to be sucked into the world of Disney+. Most of us have turned into mindless Disney zombies with our Mickey ears and blanket corned into our bed. We’ve relived our childhood over and over again. We’ve even given some of the new things a try like High School Musical: The Musical:Continue reading “Why Pixar’s New Short ‘Purl’ Represents Women in The Workforce”
Sunny Side Up and Over Done
A lot of great things have been happening lately. But I can’t help feeling as if I’m doing everything wrong. I just finished my first big stage assistant director show and we sold out every night. Which I should be proud of. My first semester as a senior finishes next month. I, for sure don’tContinue reading “Sunny Side Up and Over Done”
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