If anyone understands the concept of the glow-up, it’s me. My middle and early high school years were a period I now refer to only as “the dark ages,” a time of excessive eyeliner use, heavy metal music, an aversion to wearing any color other than black and hiding from the sun in order to stay as pale as possible. Growing up in South Florida, to say that I stuck out would be an understatement. Years have since passed, and I’m now essentially unrecognizable compared to this previous self. While I’m thankful that I’ve left my cringiest era far behind, … Continue reading “Why I’m Grateful For My Awkward Phase”
