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The American President (1995)

I just kind of feel like gif-ing this movie given current events, you know?

Relevant.

One of the (secret) things I will miss about my neighborhood when I leave New York is this spot. Sometimes when I would go for a run to the park, I'd take a pit stop on the structure overlooking Astoria pool and dance for a song or two of my running playlist. It was usually empty, especially in the mornings and no one could really see me unless they were looking from the other side of the pool. It was always a moment of pure joy.

#dancing #running #Astoria

The Real Cost of a Bullet

If you know me well, you know that I am very passionate about gun control. I know first hand the effect of gun violence in my family. I’m having a tough time processing what’s going on in my family this week and wanted an outlet for their story.

9 years ago this week, my family got the worst news that we had to go through. My loving Uncle Frank DeSena was shot and killed at a poker club in Manhattan. He was the most wonderful, fun, and caring man. He took great care of his son Sean and wife Kris. They have never been the same. It’s been 9 years and they are not the same. They have not healed. This is not something that allows you to heal and come back to normalcy. This is devastation.

Aunt Kris’ sadness manifested into serious health problems. I believe she didn’t have it in her heart to take care of herself. Her heart was and remains broken. Her health problems haven’t gotten better. My mother does everything she can to take care of Kris, taking her to several doctor appointments out of state, helping manage her finances, and making sure she’s getting the help she needs. But without the will to take care of herself, it is hard for Aunt Kris to stay healthy.

October 23, 2016 we got news that Aunt Kris was non-responsive. She was found on her couch lifeless and murmuring. I was with my parents and brother when we got the news and we all went to the hospital to see her together. At the hospital, we discovered her brain was bleeding. That gun from 2007 still makes it’s way through my family. That bullet isn’t done taking blood.

It’s four days later and Aunt Kris still hasn’t spoken. She is stable and breathing but she may never be the same. I don’t know how her son is going to get passed this. I don’t know if he will have the strength Aunt Kris needs at this time. She’s making small improvements and was able to respond to verbal commands yesterday at certain times. I hope she will only get better. If you are a praying type, please pray for Aunt Kris and cousin Sean. If not, please sending healing vibes their way.

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Listen to Justin Timberlake’s First Single In Three Years

It’s a jam and a half.

steinkatie

loving this

#cant stop the feeling #justin

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You know you’re a grown-up when furniture shopping is actually a fun weekend activity.

#home decor

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Watch: As Blythe’s poem ends, it’s clear what we must do in the face of rape culture and “pocket feminism.”

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wow..

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How I feel at any age after turning 25

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LOL birthday coming up. Part of why I’m turning the focus off aging and doing something different this year.

#getting older

Got the chance to attend a Tumblr IRL for the first time Friday night in celebration of Santigold’s new album 99 cents. The event played perfectly into the album concept of consumerism. Santi popped up around the store to perform a few songs. During the event, fans could shop, have a few drinks, and take pics in the photobooth. Proud of my team members at Roc Nation who pulled off this awesome event!

#tumblrirl #santigold #99cents