Nobody's asking for it, nevertheless I'm doing it. If Taylor Swift can make a whole album during a pandemic, I can start a damn blog.
Hello everyone, my name's Nicky and this is the mess that goes on in my brain. There are too many ways to be creative and too many subjects that I'm interested in so I don't intend to limit myself. After all, this is my blog, I can do whatever the f*ck I want.
Beware, this is not a kid-friendly space, I swear a lot. And I won't apologize for it because why the hell should I? I am fluent in French, English, and sarcasm. All of which include curse words, so there's that.
I currently live in Ireland where I feel like I'm in the Shire. Therefore, the twentysomething grandma who likes candles and cheese that I am is going to lean in that cottagecore vibe. This is my new metaphorical oasis of peace and quiet in the countryside. There's a comfortable velvety armchair by the window and a big leather couch by the fireplace, blankets galore, fuzzy socks, plants all over. Cookies are fresh out of the oven, tea is ready. You're invited too.
I majored college in Film Studies so prepare to see my thoughts on what I watch, films and TV. It won't be masterfully articulated pompous articles about elitist symbolism (although there may be a few serious pieces of analysis because I sometimes miss writing eloquent papers for school), it'll be more like looking at content from a "common sense" standpoint. For example, Holly's friends in PS: I Love You are objectively terrible for pressuring her to "get back out there" less than a year after her beloved husband died. Helping her out of her depression to get back on her feet? Yes. Forcing her to date again because she must be miserable without a man? Hell no. And don't even get me started on that selfish jerk of Daniel. See? This kind of common sense take.
I also love to read so there will be book reviews here and there. I don't have a preferred genre per say, but I do have my staples (memoirs and fiction with a happy ending). It's anyone's guess what you'll get here.
As any single person who has to feed themself, I cook. I enjoy it a lot and I'm pretty good at it, I haven't poisoned anyone yet. You'll find from time to time recipes for one, nothing fancy, just decent enough that I can share them with you.
I learned to knit back in college and have taken to it again. I am on a journey to improve my skills and shower my loved ones with handmade gifts. Progress will be shared here.
Like anyone who has a heart, I listen to music. Since I've forgotten most of what I learned during my years of music theory, I am in no way qualified to give my opinion about records, but I'm gonna anyway. Because music makes me feel things. For example, folklore is phenomenal, it is like a breeze that soothes the soul.
I may take the opportunity to talk about products that have made an impact on me, from skincare to self-care. And I may be so bold as to share some tips that have helped me, and reflections from my therapy sessions. Mental health matters.
I'm particularly fond of taking pictures, looking for "artistic" angles. If I have a presentable bunch of visuals that match well enough together to make a little mood album, you bet your sweet butt you're gonna get aesthetic boards.
I hope to keep it all organized, at least to a minimum, but as with everything I do in my life, I guess I'll just end up winging it. Oh well, I don't care, I make the rules.
I think that about rounds it up for the introduction. You know what you can expect from this blog, but clearly I'm mostly doing this for myself. Hop along for the ride, or don't. Whatever you decide. You do you boo. I don't know you but I respect you.
Caramels and daisies 🌼
Nicky 🦊
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