A Stolen Life by Jaycee Dugard is the emotional, heartbreaking story of a young girl whose innocence was stolen from her—the life she might have lived, and a horror most people can’t begin to fathom. In 1991, at just eleven years old, Jaycee Dugard was abducted while walking to her school bus stop. She spent eighteen years in captivity, hidden away from the world, before finally being rescued in 2009. Her story is both unimaginable and deeply ...
Book Review: Holy Disruptor by Amy Duggar King | When Disruption Means Telling Everyone Else’s Story
Holy Disruptor: Shattering the Shiny Facade by Getting Louder with the Truth is an overly convoluted title for Amy Duggar King's memoir—and, unfortunately, it perfectly sets the stage for what follows. I tried not to judge a book by its title, but in this case, my instincts were right. Side note: Gypsy Rose Blanchard owes Amy a coffee. I would have given Gypsy’s book a lower rating, but after listening to Amy’s, I found Gypsy much more likable ...
Book Review: My Time to Stand by Gypsy Rose Blanchard | A Story That Raises More Questions Than Answers
This isn’t a D.N.F.—it’s an N.D.F.: Narcissistic Dumpster Fire.My Time to Stand: A Memoir by Gypsy Rose Blanchard is so full of contradictions, I’m half convinced the co-authors were actively working against her. Here’s the problem: when it comes to Gypsy Rose Blanchard, facts are optional. They don’t matter to her, and they definitely don’t matter to her “gyp-babes.” It’s not just contradictions on the page—though there are plenty of them. ...
How to Make Moon Water: Safe Crystals, Rituals, and Preservation Tips
Moon water is water that has been charged under the light of the moon. Many believe that moon water absorbs the moon’s energy, especially during powerful lunar phases like the full moon or new moon. This energized water is commonly used in spiritual rituals, spellwork, and self-care routines. As moon water grows in popularity among wellness enthusiasts and spiritual practitioners, more people are discovering its unique appeal. Whether you’re ...
Book Review: The Haunting of Hill House by Shirley Jackson | Netflix Did It Better
The Haunting of Hill House by Shirley Jackson is a classic I picked up after watching the Netflix miniseries. It absolutely boggles my bookish brain that the Netflix adaptations—both The Haunting of Bly Manor and The Haunting of Hill House—somehow outshine the source material. Though it hurts my literary soul to admit it, I think Netflix actually did it better. How could I, of all people, betray my inner bookworm and say a screen version is ...
