As intimidating as it may seem, having the opportunity to start living out your dream at only 14 is unbelievable. When I received the email that I had been selected as one of the 10 kid writers for Sports Illustrated Kids, I was over-the-moon. When I started this journey in July 2019, I wasn’t expecting to interview top professional athletes and create friendships with so many people that I look up to. But now through the pandemic, I have had the opportunity to reflect on thi

It is safe to say that by the time February rolls around, most people are done with winter. They are ready for continuous sunshine and blooming flowers. However, we may have to hold out on our hopes for spring a little longer. Mother nature isn’t being very kind to us this year, and at this rate, she doesn’t seem to be slowing down anytime soon. As if a pandemic, fights for equality, lockdowns, and virtual learning weren’t enough, the Lehigh Valley has already seen more than

Nearly a year ago, students went from going to the college campus everyday to taking classes entirely online. This transition was a surprising one, especially since the decision was made so quickly and in the middle of spring break. Some of my classes weren’t so difficult when it came to the transition, while others were a struggle to finish. On one hand, I am thankful that classes were able to adjust to this change. On the other hand, I have found it more challenging than be

On Sunday, December 7, Tom Brady and the Tampa Bay Buccaneers won Super Bowl 55 against the Kanas City Chiefs, 31-9. This was Brady’s seventh Super Bowl ring, putting him ahead of any NFL franchise in total Super Bowl championships. If it was not already obvious, this game cemented Brady as the goat (a.k.a. the greatest of all time) in the NFL. Brady spent most of his career with the New England Patriots, winning six rings alongside legendary coach Bill Belichick. However, th

Friendships come and go. It is a part of life, it is a way to learn and develop as an individual. A few months ago, I disconnected from a close friend of mine because the bad overrode the good. I was hesitant at first because of how close the friend was to all of mine. I did not want to cause a break between friendships or cause anyone to have to choose a side. But after some time, I realized that I had this facade up and it was not who I truly was. I was unhappy. When I cut

In 2018, I released my first full-length album, Not So Flawless. Afterward, I was concerned that I wouldn’t have anything else to write about. All I can say is I was dead wrong. I had the craziest year and a half of my life, filled with high highs and the lowest of lows. Between transferring schools and immersing myself in the dating scene for the first time, I had a myriad of things to write about. Then the pandemic hit. And to be honest, it was a blessing for an independent

We all like our alone time but what if you had to choose to be alone all the time? Almost six months ago, I made the decision to move out on my own. The opportunity sort of fell into my lap and I decided to roll with it. In all honesty, it wasn’t the best time for me to take on a huge move but if I didn’t do it then, I’m not sure I would have for a long time. Not to mention, I found an amazing little apartment for a price that couldn’t be beat. The move took only two days but

A few years ago, I went on a mission to get out of my comfort zone and try new things. I kept a list each month so that by the end of the year, I could look back on everything new I had tried. I regret to say that I’ve since abandoned the routine of writing everything down, but thankfully have managed to keep the mindset. Especially now, new adventures are limited and daily life can become monotonous. It’s easy to become lost in the repetition of each week, whether that inclu

2020 wasn’t the most positive year as we all know. Leaving such a negative year made me have zero hope for the new year. Before New Years I thought what’s the point of looking forward to the new year when it’ll be exactly the same. We’re still in a pandemic which is something we can’t really change about the new year yet. But that shouldn’t stop us from setting individual goals for ourselves. I normally don’t do new year resolutions because I’ll stick with my goals for at mos