It’s fast food, not fine dining. But some people, it seems, never got the memo. For the past few weeks, they’ve been here. I’ve been calling them the PDA couple.  The Regular Romance Show It was supposed to be a quick lunch break. That’s what I loved about this place—simple food, no frills, just enough …

A library is supposed to be a haven, a sanctuary of quiet where ideas can stretch and grow, undisturbed by the noise of the world. Ours was just that—until Ms. Beatrice decided that silence wasn’t a state of being, but a battle to be waged. Her shushes were so loud they constantly disturbed everyone. And …

There are two types of people who visit a place like Costa Rica: those who come to marvel at its beauty and those who can’t stop marveling at themselves. This guy on my sightseeing tour was firmly in the latter camp, turning every breathtaking view into a stage for his endless parade of selfies. The …

The bridal shower was perfect—until it wasn’t. One moment, I was surrounded by laughter and love, opening gifts and soaking in the warmth of my closest friends and family. The next, the room went silent as she walked in. Amanda. Daniel’s ex. She shouldn’t have been there, and yet, there she was, dressed to make …

Families are complicated. For every shared laugh or cherished memory, there’s an undercurrent of unspoken tensions, sibling rivalries, and habits you can’t help but roll your eyes at. My sister Nina? She’s a master at wielding backhanded compliments like a scalpel—precise, subtle, and capable of leaving you feeling both insulted and unsure if you should …

For weeks, one man had turned our quiet neighborhood path into his personal racecourse. He sped through without a second thought, leaving frustration and chaos in his wake. He acted like he was the only person who mattered and everyone else was a distraction and annoyance. But shortcuts have a way of catching up with …

Weddings are supposed to be about love, unity, and, if you’re lucky, a decent open bar.  I thought that was all I’d be dealing with when I accepted the groom’s invitation.  I didn’t anticipate Cheryl (a guest of the bride’s brother).  Cheryl wasn’t just obnoxious; she was exhausting. And, she clearly had her eyes targeting …

Trivia night is supposed to be fun—a mix of cold beer, obscure facts, and a chance to prove that all those hours watching documentaries weren’t a total waste. For me, it’s the perfect midweek pick-me-up. That is, unless someone like Greg shows up. Greg isn’t his real name, but let’s call him that. Every trivia …

When I ended things with Alex, I thought I was finally taking control of my life. It wasn’t an easy decision, but it was the right one. He wasn’t the person I thought he was, and I knew I deserved better. What I didn’t realize was just how far Alex would go to make me …

I don’t know what I expected when I broke up with Taylor. Tears, heartache.. You know, the normal stuff.  What I didn’t know was that she was much more vindictive than I realized.  In fact, her ‘revenge’ almost ruined me.  The Missing Notebook When I broke up with Taylor, it wasn’t a clean break. We …