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An eclectic mix of posts— ranging from a deep dive into history, to my thoughts on a recent read.
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Cougars & Cubs: The 2025 Age-Gap Trope
- Why is 2025 the year of the older woman and younger man trope? Whether it's due to modern feminism, an urge to see the age-gap roles finally reversed or just a media trend, there's no denying it is everywhere. Here's why!
Going Solo | What I Learned From a Year of Doing Things Alone
In 2024, the author embraced solo activities, challenging the stigma around being alone. Through experiences like theatre trips and quiet lunches, they discovered the freedom and unexpected connections of solo…
RAF Henlow | A Brief History
Built in 1918, RAF Henlow has been an important part of the aeronautical community for 104 years. With the imminent closure and removal of the site, now set to happen…
Why Am I Still Spotty at 37? | Adult Acne Stigma
Discussing the ongoing struggle with adult acne, stemming from teenage years filled with harsh skincare routines and societal pressures. We need to realise that adult blemishes are often beyond one's…
Was Anne Boleyn ‘Good’?
It can be hard for us to judge someone's character when they lived in a time so different to ours, with a different set of societal rules and values. But…
Why the 2025 Snow White Signals the End of Disney Magic
At first glance, it’s just another remake. Another live-action version of a beloved classic — part of the long line of Disney’s recent nostalgia cash-ins. But here's why this one…
John Titor: The Internet’s Time-Traveling Legend
Every generation has its urban legends — whispered stories that linger at the edges of belief. For some, it was vanishing hitchhikers. For others, UFO sightings. For the early internet…
Lifestyle Posts
An eclectic mix of posts— ranging from a deep dive into history, to my thoughts on a recent read.
Trending
Cougars & Cubs: The 2025 Age-Gap Trope
- Why is 2025 the year of the older woman and younger man trope? Whether it's due to modern feminism, an urge to see the age-gap roles finally reversed or just a media trend, there's no denying it is everywhere. Here's why!
What If We Just… Moved to Cumbria?
I’ve been dreaming about moving house. From Co. Galway to Cumbria, this is how we ended up seriously considering a completely different life.
Exploring Henry VIII’s Mental Health | Was he Depressed?
Henry VIII transformed from a beloved youth to a tyrant partly due to severe depression and a traumatic jousting accident. His chronic pain led to social withdrawal, explosive temper, and…
So, is Lily Allen’s New Album AI Generated?
West End Girl was written in just ten days! With her admitted usage of ChatGPT, did Lily Allen use it to write her newest album?
Stranger Things 5: Mad Max, Fantasia and T-100s
A breakdown of 1980s pop culture references in Stranger Things season 5 and how they have come full circle.
What We Lost When We Started Streaming: A Love Letter to Adverts
On paper, streaming gave us everything. We can watch what we want, when we want, without waiting, rewinding, or relying on the whims of the TV guide. But somewhere along…
Overcoming Nostalgia Depression at Christmas
Christmas is a strong reminder that Nostalgia Depression is a thing. And that it is very, very real. Old traditions can carry so much weight. Here's how I'm overcoming it…