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the art of growing up, ch 14 💌 it’s normal to ex the art of growing up, ch 14 💌 

it’s normal to expect teenagers to decide the rest of their life (their major, career trajectory, specialty) but… 😭✋🏻 how??? i was very confident when i chose ballet but i’m glad i decided to carve my own path afterwards.

if you’re going through a quarter life crisis, career pivot, or still figuring it out, just know that i am here for you! we are in this together! 🙂‍↕️💗
when you’re reunited with long distance friends 🥹🩷 when you’re reunited with long distance friends 🥹🩷

inspo @fredericaruth @victoriaaren_
the art of growing up, ch 13 💌 there are soooooo the art of growing up, ch 13 💌 

there are soooooo many times i just want to skip to the end — when watching a show, reading a book, making a video, and on and on. but!! i’m learning to pause and take a note from my younger self. 🫂 because the most rewarding aspect is often through the experience of it rather than the end result. 🕺
saw a few people do this last month so here are so saw a few people do this last month so here are some things i’m doing in may 🌸⭐️🩷💌📕
i’ve been creating on this space for a while so i i’ve been creating on this space for a while so i figured it’s time for a reintroduction! 💌

don’t be a stranger & pls share something about yourself! genuinely want to get to know you 🥹⭐️
happy AAPI month! featuring some diaspora and tran happy AAPI month! featuring some diaspora and translated works by asian authors, curated by your favorite book club @subtleasian.bookclub 📚🥰💗
the art of growing up, ch 12 💌 cringe is an unav the art of growing up, ch 12 💌 

cringe is an unavoidable and without it there is no discomfort, discovery, or development. 🙂‍↔️ so yes, allllll the cringe-y moments as a teenager helped create who you are now (in the best way!).

if there’s something out there that you’re holding back on in fear of cringe, let this be your true reminder to embrace cringe!!! 🫂💗
an outfit inspired by katabasis by rf kuang 🩵 an outfit inspired by katabasis by rf kuang 🩵
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  • December 23, 2020

REVIEW: The Burning God, by R.F. Kuang

the burning god made me cry and go into a month-long mourning period. go read the poppy war!!!

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  • September 17, 2020

REVIEW: The Dragon Republic, by R.F. Kuang

the dragron republic made me fall in love with this series even more. i read The Dragon Republic last year pre-release, but never got around to writing a review because i was so emotionally distraught. but a year late and...

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  • March 4, 2020

REVIEW: Anna K, by Jenny Lee

Anna K is so good, it convinced me to start reading the classic 982 paged classic it was based on — Anna Karenina. if i’m being honest, there’s nothing super special about this novel. the writing is alright; pacing is...

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  • January 24, 2018

REVIEW: The Secret History, by Donna Tartt

how do i even begin describing my feelings for The Secret History? it’s a book i never thought i’d read, or enjoy. however, after a lot of praise, i decided to pick it up on a whim. and i loved...

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  • November 8, 2017

Whichwood Mood Board (Blog Tour)

there’s nothing better than making a mood board for an especially ~moody~ book. i only read the first few pages of Whichwood but i already can feel ALL THE VIBES; the urges to go on weheartit to make a mood...

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  • May 19, 2017

REVIEW: A Million Junes, by Emily Henry

i’ve read many many amazing books these past few months, but never one that made me want to start reviewing again. but A Million Junes makes me want to share something; it makes me want to feel something deeper and...

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  • January 12, 2017

REVIEW: scythe, by neal shusterman

THIS BOOK IS PHENOMENAL. when i received this title in the mail – having known nothing about the story or read anything by the author – i wasn’t sure if i’d like it. i sworn off dystopian novels after reading one...

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  • June 24, 2016

REVIEW: how it feels to fly, by kathryn holmes

it’s frightening how much i related with the main character. HOW IT FEELS TO FLY is a book that is ME. the story follows a ballet dancer who struggles with anxiety, panic attacks, and body image issues. although i don’t...

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