Pris Loves It

A space to curate everything I love: writing, feminism, (pop) culture.

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“We can’t operate at a higher level without consistency.” - The Bear s01

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Feminist Flix: Moxie

It’s been a while since many of us were fawning all over feminist icon Leslie Knope, but it’s nice to see Amy Poehler giving us some new quality content in the form of her latest film: Moxie. Moxie follows the transformation of Vivian (played by Hadley Robinson), from shy, quiet, go-with-the-flow teenager, into the anonymous publisher of a riot grrl-inspired zine and eventual leader of a…

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Hi, Tumblr

I didn’t even know this thing was still...a thing.

Well, Hi. What do I post? Is anyone reading this? Should this become my official shitposting place? Cause the world is on fire and I need a better distraction.

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Winter Weekend Getaway at Estes Park

Winter Weekend Getaway at Estes Park

(This piece originally appeared on Denver.com for client New Media Denver on January 2018. As all content has since been taken down from the site, I’m republishing here.)

When you’re looking for a brief winter respite from the hustle of Denver city life, but don’t want to deal with the ski-traffic of I-70, there’s always a relaxing, picturesque alternative: Estes Park. Just an hour and a half…

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Phamaly Theater Company's 'Into the Woods' Is A Refreshingly Inclusive Fairytale Romp

Phamaly Theater Company’s ‘Into the Woods’ Is A Refreshingly Inclusive Fairytale Romp

Sponsored post: Special thanks to Anne Murlowski of Mae Digital and the Phamaly Theater Company for providing tickets for this performance of ‘Into the Woods.’ All opinions are my own.

Going to the theater is one of my favorite things I rarely get to do. For one, I’ve got a (still relatively) young child who rarely enjoys sitting still longer than 10 minutes. For another, the theater can get…

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'Can't Cope, Won't Cope' Is Your Next Favorite BFF Netflix Show

‘Can’t Cope, Won’t Cope’ Is Your Next Favorite BFF Netflix Show

There are plenty of great shows about female friendship out there. When I was growing up, I envied the bond between Laverne and Shirley, Lucy and Ethel, and of course, the entire crew of the Baby-Sitter’s Club. Since then, there have been a number of other great shows to tackle this subject, among them Sex and the City, Insecure, Orange Is The New Black, Rita, and Broad City. While some of the…

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Season 4 Of 'Rita' Is Another Feminist Treat

Season 4 Of ‘Rita’ Is Another Feminist Treat

I just finished watching season 4 of Rita, and I knew it would be a disservice if I didn’t write about it immediately. I’ve talked about the wonders of Ritain the past. It’s such a fantastic show, but I imagine that too many folks are missing out on due to the language barrier (the show takes place in Denmark and can be watched in Danish with English subtitles). If you’re simply lazy about…

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Review: Pura Organics - A Skincare Line By Girl Bosses For Girl Bosses

Review: Pura Organics – A Skincare Line By Girl Bosses For Girl Bosses

I’ll admit, I’m not the best at keeping up with my skincare routine. It’s tough when you’re a working mom (oxymoron, but you know what I mean). I’m the first person to wake up in my household. I splash cold water on my face and maybe throw on a light cream with SPF in it and call it a day. Do I always remember to wash off any make-up at night? No. Am I working toward getting better at that? You…

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4 Fun & Inexpensive Things To Do In Denver With Kids

4 Fun & Inexpensive Things To Do In Denver With Kids

Denver can sometimes seem like an adult-oriented town. Breweries and dispensaries an be found in every neighborhood, as are bars and coffee shops. But Denver also offers plenty of kid-friendly fun—much of which can be enjoyed on a budget. Here’s some of the best things to do in Denver with kids (on a budget).

Hitting Denver’s Public Libraries

There is much to be appreciated at Denver’s public…

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Feminist Flix: You And Your Girl Gang Will Love 'Itty Bitty Titty Committee'

Feminist Flix: 'Itty Bitty Tittie Committee' Is The Queer Feminist Activist Movie Of Your Dreams

Plenty of movies out there have underlying feminist themes, but few are as in your face about it as 2007’s Itty Bitty Titty Committee. Directed by Jamie Babbit (But I’m A Cheerleader), the film follows Anna (played by Melonie Diaz), a young Latina lesbian trying to figure things out after being dumped by her girlfriend and rejected by her college of choice. She ends up meeting Sadie, a spunky…

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Repro Matters: Why Feminists Need To Know About The NICU

Repro Matters: Why Feminists Need To Know About The NICU

Welcome to the start of REPRO MATTERS: A Series on Reproductive Matters From A Feminist Perspective. In future blog posts, I’ll explore a number of issues related to reproductive health and rights, including birth control, pregnancy loss, prenatal and postpartum mental health, safe sex, consent, birth injuries, abortion, and more. 

I’ve spent a lot of time writing about childbirth (and loss),…

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7 Reasons Feminists Should Move To Denver

7 Reasons Feminists Should Move To Denver

I wasn’t entirely sure what to expect when I first decided to move to Denver. We first visited for our anniversary last August. By September, my husband had acquired a job here. I made it down by November, and the rest, as they say, is history. Denver is slowly but surely beginning to feel like home.We have a comfortable apartment in the center of town. My son attends a preschool just two blocks…

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Grrrl Travel: Seaplanes, Golf Carts, And The Blue Waters Of Bimini

Grrrl Travel: Seaplanes, Golf Carts, And The Blue Waters Of Bimini

Last summer, I had the opportunity to fly out to Bimini (the closest of the Bahamian islands) for the ribbon-cutting of the new Hilton at Resorts World Bimini. It was my first time in the Bahamas.

I’ll admit I was a bit nervous about flying by seaplane as I don’t always do well with heights. But once we got airborne, it was way more enjoyable than I expected. Maybe it was because I knew I’d only…

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Your Guide To A Feminist Valentine's Day

Your Guide To A Feminist Valentine’s Day

First off, I just want to wish y’all a very Happy Galentine’s Day (and upcoming Feminist Valentine’s Day). I’m currently in the throes of an unfortunate (and aggressive) cold. Having my son in preschool means he brings home a new bug about once a month. Yay kids! Anyway, my Galentine’s this year is so far consisting of laying in bed, trying to catch up on work, and watching Grey’s Anatomy when I…

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The Future Is Female (But Really, It's So Much More)

The Future Is Female (But Really, It’s So Much More)

I’ve been mulling this over for a while…a slogan I’m seeing everywhere: “The Future Is Female.” Living in a patriarchal society, a patriarchal world, really, I understand the need for such a statement. During and after the Women’s March (on Washington and elsewhere), you could see signs and t-shirts with these four words all over the place (at least among feminist circles). Even Hillary Clinton…

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What I Learned From The Women's March (And Where To Go Next)

What I Learned From The Women’s March (And Where To Go Next)

This past weekend, I had the privilege of marching side by side with hundreds of thousands of others (200,000 here in Denver, to be specific), all united in our distrust of and anger toward an administration that would be vocal of wanting to trample upon our rights. I also learned a lot at the Women’s March, which has now been confirmed as the largest ever single-day protest in US history (super…

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An Ode To The Feminist TV Heroines I’m Invoking In 2016

An Ode To The Feminist TV Heroines I’m Invoking In 2016

2017 is fast approaching, and with it, a slew of expectations that it will somehow treat us better than the past year. My own 2016 was filled with highs and lows. Highs: I got to travel more (and often for free) than I have in ages. I moved to a new city. I got more work published than ever before. My kid is happy and healthy. Lows: I attended funerals for two well-loved individuals. Another old…

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