Hello everyone, I have a particularly new idea for a blog this time. As the title suggests, I have a birthday Idea for my mother and this idea involves including the literary department.
My mother has been a big inspiration in my life and my future desires. She’s been the vision at the end of every dark tunnel I’ve taken. She’s also the main reason I decided to attend MSA.
In return, I’ve told her all about MSA and what has been going on since August. She’s heard all about you guys (all good things of course) and told me how much happier I look with you guys compared to my old school.
So, if it isn’t too much of a task for any of you. This can be done at any time at any given point, even after her birthday:
February 9th is my mothers birthday, she will be turning fifty-one. I would like to buy a bouquet of flowers for my mother and stick small cards throughout the bouquet wishing my mother a happy birthday and some smaller treats with it.
My mother loves jokes and sweet things.
I’m not asking any of you to go out into the wilds and spend money, Lord no. You can make the card on your own, decorate It, bedazzle it, do what you want with it. Nor am I asking any of you to spend money on treats unless YOU want to.
Canterbury Eggs (It’s a chocolate egg with filling) [She keeps a stash of em]
Gift cards. (Starbuck or Amazon)
Chex mix.
THE CHALLENGE:
Inside your cards, if you have enough room or even on the back or front, I would like you guys, to challenge the literary department, write a small free verse poem about some of your favorite things about mothers, how you feel when around yours, or how they make you feel, or anything that comes to mind.
As I said, she’s my biggest inspiration in this world and the main reason I decided ultimately to attend MSA. So, in return I want to bring some of it to her.
[Now that I think about it’s kinda like a mothers day and birthday combo, lol.]
[You do not have to participate if you don’t want to.]
Hello and welcome back to my blog. Today, you get to read me yap about my favorite game. The Sims 4. I love the Sims so much, even though the base game can get kind of boring. If you invest in a few packs and download mods and CC, it can be so fun! Personally, I use a mix of Alpha and Maxis Match CC, but I have more Maxis than I do Alpha. One of my favorite things to do in-game is make the Sims. Sometimes I feel like I spend more time in CAS than actually playing the game. Actually, I plan to go CC shopping right after this. If you don’t know what that means, it’s when you go onto Pinterest, Tumblr, or Patreon to pick out which CC you want to download to your game. The kind of CC I pick out is always changing; it changes with my style. In-game, however, my storylines never seem to stray. Usually, it’s one or two sims. I make them fall in love. One has to have a really good job, and then they have a baby and repeat. Yes, I know it sounds boring, and sometimes it does feel that way, but the mods make it worth it. I’m thinking of more storylines to add to my game. I tend to like my Sims to go through struggle and hardship, so if you have any ideas, let me know. Of course, there are the classics: Rags to riches, teen pregnancy, single parent, etc., etc. And they’re classics for a reason; they’re fun to play and watch, but I’m looking to get a little more creative. I could do a legacy challenge, but then what if I get bored with it? I’m just back where I started. Please, leave me some ideas.
Trigger warning- Mentions of drug use, self harm, alcohol, and sex.
Thirteen is a drama movie released in 2003. It follows the story of a girl named Tracy, and all the things she faces during middle school. It shows the effects of addiction and obsessive friendships, as well as her fighting to fit in. While this movie is very intense, it is one of my favorites.
In the beginning of the movie, Tracy is a straight A student who stays to herself and her little bubble. She loves writing, especially poetry. She has 2 best friends, and she is content with where she is. The whole issue starts with boys. She tried to talk to her brother’s friends, but they weren’t very interested until they saw Evie.
Evie was one of the “grown” girls in her grade. Tight shirts and lowrise jeans, with studded belts and hair extensions. On the second day of school while walking to the bathroom Evie insults Tracy’s Paul Frank socks. This sends Tracy through a spiral of throwing away all of her “childish clothes,” and buying more to impress Evie.
The next day of school, Tracy came all decked out in new “grown” clothes. Boys hit on her, and Evie complemented her shirt. This led to her getting Evie’s number, and being invited to hang out. She blew off her friends to go, but when she called no answer. She eventually got on a bus, and found Evie and the others shopping.
They begin shoplifting, so Tracy leaves. She eventually gets the guts to steal someone’s wallet, and then spends the night shopping with the girls. From that day on, Evie and Tracy became the new duo. Evie introduces Tracy to the night life. Drugs, drinking, sex, all of it. And yes, they still are thirteen. Evie even convinces Tracy’s mom to let her stay there FAR over the time she was allowed.
Evie also introduced Tracy to a guy who she loses her virginity to. Poor innocent Tracy thought that it meant they were going to get married… Who’s going to tell her?
In the end, Evie screws over Tracy exposing everything they had been doing… and more to Tracy’s mom. Tracy’s mom finds out about Tracy self harming, which leads to a diabolically sad (and a bit uncomfortable) scene of them reconciling. We never really get a clear ending, however we can guess what happened.
There are also many other subplots, and crazy loredrops in this movie. If you are interested in psychology, especially in young teens, I’d definitely recommend it. It is not for the faint of heart, but it is very great.
I completely watched this show out of boredom as it’s really the only new and interesting thing out right now! this shows is definitely not made for kids in no way shape or form, but it is an interesting concept in a world we worship sports on our hands and knees it showed where toxic masculinity meets sexuality and made unique euphoric setting where everything felt raw and authentic. I actually really liked the show it gave me a euphoria but sports vibe.
this is going to be completely from memory btw.
let’s start with thoughts I had whilst watching
first when it began to play I thought if every professional sports player had their own secluded lives from what we know is it like being an actor where their character could represent something, but their actual lives don’t? I saw a few sports players have drama before, but this opened up a whole new world for me it was a crazy experience and it’s most likely an accurate depiction of athlete’s lives regardless of their sexuality. why didn’t they talk to the other hockey player who came out also and get tips from him? I think I kind of know the answer seeing as he was scared of the reactions from other people as well but idk. and why did Illya lowkey move like batman’s persona “Bruce Wayne” he had tons of money he was Russian and “talked” to a lot of women was he trying to get rid of the attraction he had to men? or was it like a masculinity thing like if he could sleep with enough women he wouldn’t be “gay” anymore?
they started talking rookie season and absolutely fell in “love” even if they won’t both admit and constantly say it “just happened” when their parents ask but he was quick to admit his feeling to the actor girl (I forgot her name I’m a bad show watcher btw) he poured out his heart to her. is it like different because he respects his parents differently? and also, why didn’t she notice at firs when her other friend was dancing on him inside the club and he didn’t move?
have y’all watched the show yet?
what do y’all think about it?
do you like hockey?
and who’s your favorite character mins is Illya (I lowkey don’t know how to spell his name)
A little fact about me is that I LOVE snakes. Probably more than I should. Probably more than anyone else ever (this is a lie), but I love love LOVE (mountain goats reference?) snakes so much. So much so that I fully plan on owning several in the future, as well as fully intend on getting a massive snake tattoo that I probably love more than I love like. Idk. Eating.
A common misconception about snakes is that they’re low maintenance pets. They are actually a COMPLETE and total opposite of it. While I don’t claim to be an expert on snakes, I do know that the reason I am not is because there are so many species!! With so many different, complex needs! Different species have different temperments, and sometimes even patterns can effect temperments on snakes!! As a start I’m going to talk about my three favorite breeds of snakes, why, and if I plan on getting them in the future… Then I’m going to talk about the best snake channel ever ever on youtube that you should TOTALLY watch if you like snakes too!!!
Ball Pythons
This!!! Is a ball python, named that because they roll up into little balls or whatever. They’re kind of THE snake, and also some of the most common pet snakes for people to have. They are medium snakes and come in all sorts of colors, known as morphs. They are constrictors, meaning that when they strike their prey successfully they’ll wrap around them and squeeze to either hold them in place or, y’know, squeeze them to death. They eat smaller prey (such as mice) and typically are very picky eaters. People suggest having set routines for them, such as removing them from their enclosures to feed them, so they know when exactly meal times are and don’t just not eat!
A few ball python morphs in order of appearance – Axanthic, Albino, Super Pastel (pastel on it’s own isn’t extremely visible), Banana, then Butter all as base morphs.
These are absolutely not all of the ball python morphs that exist, especially considering that none of these are designer morphs, but it’s a few of my (favorite) morphs because im tottalllyyyy not biased
Tangent: There is a gene in Ball Pythons known as the Spider Morph, which instead of effecting color effects the thick dark brown/brown bands you see on the ball pythons above!! It makes the bands very thin and offers some beautiful visuals, but however this morph is kind of like the “wobbly cat syndrome” for snakes. It tanks a snake’s cognitive (?) skills and makes them very uncoordinated, making it hard for them to eat and live. It is my FAVORITE morph for visuals, like 10/10 every time, but sadly it is not ethical to breed or distribute these snakes, as most owners do not know how to care for them. There is, as far as im aware, a man trying to breed the spider morph to be better for snakes as a whole, but he is not selling until he is sure he’s made a successful spider morph lineage.
Spider Morph Ball Pythons here
II. Bull Snakes
I actually do not know a lot about bull snakes. I will not lie. I’m actually having to google stuff for this one. Bull snakes are large snakes found in the Americas, typically north America. They can grow to be 6ft long, that’s taller than Lela btw. I actually discovered TODAY that bull snakes come in different colors. I seriously thought they came in like just the wild type and nothing else.
The main things I can say about bullsnakes is that they have dumb faces and they’re very VERY angry all the time. I would be too if I was a wild animal in America. They also have the loudest hisses of any snakes (in this size bracket)
A couple morphs I discovered (the generic two) for reference, in order of appearance — Albino, Hypo
Choosing this specific picture to show you just how meaty these guys are
For this next one I would like to mention that small snakes just aren’t my jam. I’d be scared of them getting out and then getting lost in like a bowl of noodles or something. We’re going Medium, Large, then Reticulated Python.
III. Reticulated Pythons
This image does nothing to show you just how huge these snakes are.
These pythons are just. Ridiculous. Why does he need all that. This is also a REALLY fat reticulated python.
These pythons are also (?) constrictors, and native to south and southeast Asia. A few have been introduced into the wild in florida, as a direct result of pet importation. Kind of like how those other snakes are all over the florida keys who aren’t even the biggest snakes ever (put some respect on my girl’s name) except im (fairly) certain that Reticulated Pythons aren’t AS invasive as like. Those other ones. Man I should be talking about boa constrictors right now.
Anyways, these snakes are the best, whatever. Its just huge. Like three Lelas. They get to 15 feet long and that’s SMALL, some have been up to. Oh my gods the biggest one they’ve found was 29 feet long. It was almost 30 feet long. Guys what the flip.
Do I plan on getting any of these snakes?
Ball Python – Yes
Bull Snake – Maybe, if I can get one as a baby and properly socialize it to me
Retic – I am 5’0. That Snake is, literally, over three of me. At it’s smallest. No. It can and will eat me and I’d rather not freeze rabbits in my fridge for the rest of my life, because it lives to be 50+.
That’s all!!! I thought I would have some times to talk about my FAVORITE youtubers ever but I don’t, but do NOT worry I’m fully capable of talking for a really long time about a lot of random animals and probably will next blog. Bye Bye!!
Apeirophobia is one of Roblox’s most unsettling horror experiences, proving that fear doesn’t always come from monsters—it can come from being completely, terrifyingly alone. Inspired by the “Backrooms” urban legend, the game drops players into endless, liminal spaces that feel both familiar and deeply wrong.
From the moment you spawn in, Apeirophobia leans heavily into atmosphere. Yellow-tinted hallways stretch on forever, lights flicker overhead, and the constant hum of fluorescent bulbs fills the silence. There’s no clear direction, no comforting tutorial, and no immediate enemy to fight. Instead, the game lets your imagination do the work, making every corner feel like a threat.
What makes Apeirophobia especially effective is its level design. Each level introduces a new environment with its own mechanics and dangers. Some areas require puzzle-solving, while others demand stealth and quick reactions. The variety keeps players on edge, never fully allowing them to relax or predict what’s coming next. When enemies do appear, they feel earned, appearing after long stretches of tension that make encounters far more intense.
Sound design plays a massive role in the fear factor. Footsteps echo unnaturally, distant noises suggest something moving nearby, and sudden audio changes can send players into instant panic. The game uses sound not just as background noise, but as a warning system that forces players to stay alert at all times.
Multiplayer enhances the experience in a unique way. Playing with friends can make the game slightly easier, but it also amplifies the fear. Getting separated in the maze-like levels is common, and hearing a teammate scream over voice chat before going silent is chilling lol. Cooperation is essential, but safety is never guaranteed.
Apeirophobia stands out among Roblox horror games because it understands pacing. It balances slow, psychological dread with moments of chaos, creating an experience that feels oppressive without becoming overwhelming. It’s not about cheap jump scares, it’s about making players feel lost, watched, and powerless.
For anyone who enjoys psychological horror and atmospheric storytelling, Apeirophobia is one of Roblox’s most memorable nightmares and once you enter, it’s hard to forget the feeling of being trapped in infinity.
If you’ve talked to me recently about college or future work, you’d know that I have a keen interest in going into medicine! For a long time I was throwing around law, social work, teaching, and a whole bunch of other things. I never wanted to go into culinary like my mom and brother, and medicine just seemed super intimidating. Then I started this show called The Pitt. I was never someone to watch medical dramas, they didn’t make sense and stressed me out. I also was not in a house that watched shows like that, they either made my dad queasy or were just medically inaccurate.
After watching the first season of the Pitt, genuinely it made me realize what I wanted to do with my future. My main goal was “helping people’ through maybe tough times, family law, or anything of the sort. I wanted to have a direct impact in a positive way. In being a doctor I would be able to accomplish that! Also, I’d be able to have more guidance through school because of all the doctors and nurses in my family.
Because of my interest, I started looking into colleges, medical schools, and going more into my future more than I ever have. All of this, because of… DA PITT??? Ridiculous, really. Noah Wyle your kind smile and beautiful brown eyes have captivated me.
If I’m just talking about The Pitt, then why did I say “Medical ShowS” you may be wondering (I know you’re not, just stick with it please). Well, after finishing the second episode of season two of The Pitt, I realized that…. uh oh I’m bored I need my fix. I then realized that Noah Wyle was somewhat known for medical shows. That being in an ER was his bread and butter. ER…. er….. the show ER!!! I’m on the second episode and it’s really good so far! If you have an interest in the Pitt, you should also watch ER. Peak I tell you.
Side tangent, but they really don’t take promo pictures like they used to. I get that The Pitt has a huge cast even in the first season, but can you please give me a shot of them making inquisitive eye contact with the camera? Enough with these action shots and behind the scenes out of character pictures! I need clear references of my favs from their promo material!! BOOOOOOO!!!!!! Okay, I think that’s all I have to say. ByeBye!!
I got to see the final episode in a theater near my home and it was pretty good. I’m glad I got to see it in a theatre.
This season has been crazy but it definitely didn’t end how I thought it would end. My roommate and I before it came out came up with all these theories and what route they might take with ending the show but it definitely wasn’t what We thought.
I did like the ending but I definitely was expecting more. I thought maybe they would go a more DnD route with the story but they didn’t. I also was hoping maybe El and Mike would have a happy ending but that didn’t happen.
I did like the ending where Mike became a writer and wrote a DnD campaign around their story, I thought it added a nice touch. I also liked how sad and emotional the final episode was toward the VERY end. I liked how it was the end and I liked how it felt like the end of something. It had that sad emotion to it. It was also just kind of open though.
In my opinion yes the story felt done and feels ended but at the same time not really. There is so much story that wasn’t told and wasn’t explained but played a huge role in the series. The ending felt done but not complete if that makes sense. Like why is it all connected to DnD and what happened to the storyline where Joyce, Hopper, and Henry all grew up together. They didn’t put an outfit together, they just picked clothing items. If that analogy makes any sense.
But over all I think it was pretty good. I think the dialogue could’ve been written a bit better. I think it didn’t really feel like the Duffers wrote it. I also thought th sudden change in Will’s character was a bit odd. How they just made Will suddenly outgoing and it just made it awkward. I also didn’t understand bringing back El’s sister Kali. It just didn’t make much sense to bring her back for eight episodes just to kill her off. I think overall the story could’ve ended in a much more cohesive way that wrapped everything up, but it was great nevertheless. It made some sense and was an ending. That’s all it needed.
And plus who knows if they’re planning on making more that explain it all better.
The wound in being held back doesn’t scar the age, but the mind and behavior.
I often find myself adrift to these emotions that come and go between fleets
Docked at the harbor, they’re sailboats with tied masts, whilst I drift further away. Perhaps I subconsciously let it happen or was it the confession that masks their willingness to converse with me?
The bond broke two, yet only one was still tied.
Mapping these seas, I’ve sailed for nearly thirteen years. Countless of times I have endured the aftermath, storm that follows rejection. Their looks, their quiet responses, the silent distance.
But a bruised ship has a hardened hull.
The stronger titanium of change after every reckoning.
I do not simply wish to remain idle and expect a sudden sunshine and gusts of wind to blow them to my side.
I can dock, I can read the pools in their eyes, their otherworldly waters filled with unspoken words.
I will not sink because of one measly iceberg when there had been three others just like it with the same proclamation. The same number of familiars and more.
Because through a storm comes warmer, newer waters, waters that some sails and hulls can’t bear unless put together.
The white, beautiful sails of youth will be lost. So many holes and tears it has had in my lifetime.
By the date in April, when the clock strikes 12:01 a.m. The mark of the sixteenth day, I’ll raise my black sails and sail away to the new and unchartered waters in the night beneath the nose of others.
Hello everyone, welcome back to my blog. This week, I would like to talk about my plans to integrate dance back into my life. For thirteen years of my life, I danced at Natchez Ballet Academy. I started ballet when I was three years old. In the beginning, I hated it, and over time, I grew to love it. I quit last year to go to school at MSA. I had the opportunity to audition for the dance discipline, and I did not take it. I didn’t audition because I didn’t believe I would get in. My dancing abilities were not as honed as some of my peers. This is no one’s fault but my own. Had I put more effort and time into dance when I had the chance, maybe I would have been confident enough to audition for dance. But the past is in the past, and now I have the chance to try again. This time, I will try harder and push myself further than I ever did before. I know I have the potential to be a great dancer; anyone does. Being a great dancer is a matter of dedication. I didn’t have that before, but I do now. My time away from dance showed me how much it truly means to me. The saying “You don’t know what you have until it’s gone” is a saying for a reason. Last week, I wrote an article for the newspaper Rise about the Alice in Wonderland dance production and the Spring show auditions, which I will be attending. I encourage anyone interested to go and give it a shot. The worst that can happen is you’re turned away. It’s a fear many people have, me included, but I made the mistake of letting fear hold me back once. It won’t happen again. Embarrassment is fleeting; it will go away. Rejection only shows someone what isn’t meant for them. My mother once told me what’s meant for you will never pass you by. I think dance, in some way or another, is meant for me. Want, desire, whatever you choose to call it, is there for a reason. I desire to dance again, and I will. So, the overall message of this post is do not let fear hold you back, go after what you want. Otherwise, you will regret it, and who knows, maybe you won’t be as lucky as I was and get a second chance.
