the black nathalie sancoeur.

Saying “stop treating conventions like dating mixers” should not be a hot take because of all the horror stories we have about people getting abused, drugged, and stalked at these events.

This film is an acquired taste; it’s not for everyone, and I can understand why someone wouldn’t like it. If you are going to watch Vampire in Brooklyn, I recommend watching it for the secondary romance storyline.

I think of certain things I have done before, especially when I didn’t even stay at that party for an hour, and I can’t help but think that if I were a fictional character, fandom would literally write me off as annoying.

As of Summer 2025, the Love Island USA fandom has gotten to My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic level of problematic fandom, and that is because fandom discourse is what garners so much of the attention the series gets; that’s not always a good thing.

The main reason the cosplay community feels like it’s getting worse is that too many people in this space are short on social etiquette.

The cost of speaking up has resulted in me feeling somewhat isolated. However, I want to make it clear that I wasn’t pushed out; I chose to pull away because I didn't feel wanted, and I will not force myself into an environment where it’s clear that I am not wanted. 

I may struggle sometimes to run my business, but at least I don’t sit here and try to blame it on someone else. 

I will be honest: when she died, I debated whether or not I cared to talk to people anymore. Shortly after her passing, I began my X-Files journey, and watching Fox and Dana's interactions with each other changed my perspective on relationships a lot.

Jayla’s actions were unacceptable in numerous ways, and her behavior opened the door to a more significant issue we have with young entrepreneurs. There have been too many times I have seen a young woman who owns her own business making content where she is basically making fun of her clients, trash-talking clients, or talking down to people who can’t afford her prices. This behavior often happens with the lash tech, nail techs, and hairstylists; recently, it’s been happening with the bakers.

I want to be happy this holiday, but I am having a hard time doing so. I tried and tried and tried, but this day reminds me too much of my mom, and it probably always will because it’s what I have always known. On the morning of, before I would tell her Happy Valentine’s Day, I told her happy birthday.

I used to live by the quote, “If they don't give you a seat at the table, bring a folding chair,” because I wanted to be included in things I wasn't a part of that clearly weren't interested in all I do. I wanted to prove that I belonged with them. The best way to network is to try to talk to those with interests similar to yours, right?

Now, about that quote. With the experiences I dealt with within the last two years, I don't want to do that anymore. I am more so following the quote “go where you are wanted” moving forward.