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Witches, Rice Krispies Treats, and childhood memories rule Halloween
Halloween in grade school meant costume parades, Rice Krispies Treats, and the Hunger Games race for textbooks. From handmade costumes to spooky sing-alongs, those early memories shaped my love of October 31. Join me at The Creative Quill as we kick off Ten Days of Halloween with nostalgia, laughter, and spooky superstitions. Continue reading
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Row C
A night out at The Conjuring: Last Rites delivered demons on screen, and something far scarier off-screen. When the lights came up, Row C wasn’t just empty. It was X-rated. Forget popcorn and plot twists, nothing could prepare me for the horror of a public hookup on AMC upholstery. Continue reading
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E = mc² + Dad = The Theory of Dad-ativity
Albert Einstein wasn’t only the father of relativity, he was a father in the most human sense. In a 1915 letter to his son, he revealed that the true key to learning isn’t pressure or perfection, but joy: doing something you love so much that time seems to disappear. Continue reading
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My Parents Called It Protection, but I Called It Prison – With Better Snacks!
A look back at growing up with overprotective parents and surviving the high-stakes drama of middle school. From imaginary dangers to tween-level trauma, I relive the chaos with humor and heart. Continue reading
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Welcome to My Journey
My upbringing in a traditional Italian household where discipline, structure, and respect shaped who I am. Through stories of family, culture, and self-discovery, I explore the values I was raised with – and how I’ve learned to question, grow, and build a life that honors both roots and freedom. Continue reading
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