Happy Juneteenth!
It took me a while to figure out what I wanted to write about today. Should I write something personal? Should I write a short story?...
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Daniela Gómez
May 19, 20233 min read
My First Wedding Anniversary as a Divorcée
Divorce is such a scary idea for some, but, for what's it's worth, it doesn't have to be.
Daniela Gómez
Feb 20, 20222 min read
I Think I Was Raped 2 Years Ago Today
Trigger warning: sexual battery, rape, suicide
Daniela Gómez
Jan 23, 20223 min read
Short Story: Caught Sneaking Out
It was Alaya's unlucky night. Her mom now knew. Her father would soon find out. The chancla was about to come out. When would this end?
Daniela Gómez
Oct 29, 20212 min read
Things I've Learned About Working Full Time (Year 1)
Congratulations to me! I've officially been working "full time" for one year. There are sooo many learned lessons. So many thoughts. The...
Daniela Gómez
May 1, 20215 min read
Statutory Rape: My Story
Trigger warning: The following blog post is detailed and talks about rape.
Daniela Gómez
Feb 20, 20213 min read
I Think I Was Raped a Year Ago Today
Trigger warning: Sexual battery
Daniela Gómez
Jan 11, 20211 min read
Pick-a-Card: What Does 2021 Have in Store for You?
Hello, beautiful people. If you've never done one of these, or if you have but would like a refresher, please place close attention....
Daniela Gómez
Nov 13, 20204 min read
Why I Never Went Back to Church After Coming Out
An insight into what it's like to come out in a religious household. Some never have to go through it. Others are traumatized for life.
Daniela Gómez
Oct 29, 20203 min read
5 Tips for Dealing with Financial Chaos
Living in deficit sucks, especially when you don't see the end of it. Here are some things that I learned that might help.
Daniela Gómez
Oct 23, 20203 min read
Covid-19: It's Not Over Yet . . . Winter is Coming
As the world opens up, we've began feeling a false sense of security. Unfortunately, until a cure is developed, Covid-19 is not over yet.
Daniela Gómez
Sep 30, 20204 min read
Covid: Death to Dreams or New Beginnings?
We can either allow 2020 to kill our dreams or we can take the changes it brought to our lives and allow for new beginnings to commence.
Daniela Gómez
Sep 28, 20205 min read
Covid-19: How It Impacted 2020 Graduates
Though our experiences vary, there's one thing all of us 2020 graduates have in common: Covid crashed the party.
Daniela Gómez
May 25, 20202 min read
Why I Never Read the Harry Potter Series...
Be forewarned: The post mentions religion, specifically Christianity. I am not against any religion & this is solely based on my experience.
Jeanette Pala
May 18, 20203 min read
How to Recognize Real Friendship
Historically, I'm a little slow to make friends. It took 3 years for Dani and I to go from sworn enemies over a dumb high school debate...
Daniela Gómez
May 13, 20204 min read
Covid-19: How to Deal with Anti-vaxxers
In a recent poll, 9% of people said they wouldn't get vaccinated for Covid-19. How do we deal with that?
Daniela Gómez
May 1, 20202 min read
The Dreaded Question: "Where are You From?"
"Where are You From?" is a question I've always dreaded. Here's why.
Daniela Gómez
Apr 27, 20202 min read
Is Love Actually Blind?
Spoiler Alert. What is love? How do you fall in love? How do you know you're in love?
Daniela Gómez
Apr 24, 20202 min read
23 Things I've Learned Throughout My Life
23 things I've learned throughout my life that you should know.
Daniela Gómez
Apr 15, 20202 min read
Covid-19: What You Can Do If You're in Fear
Three things you can do if you're in fear.
Daniela Gómez
Apr 8, 20202 min read
Is Statutory Rape Actually Rape?
Contents of this blog post might be triggering for some. Reader's discretion advised.
Daniela Gómez
Apr 6, 20202 min read
What is a Recession and What Can You Do to Prepare?
Recession. We've heard about it. We've been told it's coming, and that we might already be in it. Here's what that means.
Daniela Gómez
Apr 1, 20203 min read
10 Things You Could Do to Get You Through the Stay-at-Home Order
The Covid-19 virus has most of us stuck at home, except for those considered essential workers. Here are 10 things you can do to stay sane.
Daniela Gómez
Mar 25, 20202 min read
Badass Woman: Deborah Sampson
It's Women's History Month, so let's learn some history.
Daniela Gómez
Mar 23, 20203 min read
What to Expect on Your First Therapy Session
It's not that bad.
Daniela Gómez
Mar 20, 20202 min read
What the N-Word Means and Why It Matters
Let's talk about it.
Daniela Gómez
Mar 18, 20202 min read
What Not to Do When a Kid is Being Bullied (From Someone Who was Bullied)
I'm not a parent, but these are the things I wish had happened when I finally opened up about it.
Daniela Gómez
Mar 16, 20202 min read
How to Stay Composed During the Covid-19 Virus Crisis
The Covid-19 pandemic is real. Let's stay composed together for everyone's sanity.
Daniela Gómez
Mar 13, 20202 min read
What it Feels Like to Not Speak English in an English World
Long story short: not good.
Daniela Gómez
Mar 9, 20201 min read
Welcome, You
Let's explore life together, from one perfectly imperfect person to another.
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