State Costume Story: I struggled trying to figure out what to do as my state costume. I wanted to do something unique that most people might not think of. However, the only thing I could think of was how California Locals always joke about how our state is “always on fire.” So, I decided to […]
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Hi, my name is Samantha Bell—your World’s Miss California Tourism 2025. I am what is known as a fire fairy, one of the great protectors of California’s forests and grasslands. I was born from the embers of California’s Wildfires to help first responders fight against the unruly flames. I utilize my ability to manipulate fire
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Dear Anxiety Living with you is like being followed by a shadow Everywhere I go, you’re there whispering in my ear You crawl into my mind, using my insecurities against me Your whisper grows and grows until it’s the loudest voice in the room Until it’s the only voice I can hear, filling me with
Brandon was supposed to be a “feral” kitten, but turns out he’s a professional snuggler who smells like baby powder and pure joy. My mom hung out at PetSmart for a week to make sure we got him. Apparently, when I left for university, she needed “something to love on,” and Brandon fit the bill
Her name is Kitty.She’s fat, she’s fabulous, and she runs this household like she owns it – because, let’s be honest… she does. 👑🐾 When we adopted her, she wasn’t the healthiest or the fluffiest or the most Instagram-worthy. But the minute I saw her, I knew she was going to be glorious – because
They told us we were adopting a dog.They probably should have told him he was a dog. We’re pretty sure he thinks he’s a cat. He’s also a full-time goofball, and professional snack thief. Meet Moonie, the most delightfully derpy rescue to ever grace our couch (and our hearts). 💛 We adopted this majestic little
