Sonder Here is a blog to represent humanity. The purpose of the blog is simple, to bring awareness that we all matter and are all here. The realization that each random passerby is living a life as vivid and complex as your own—populated with their own ambitions, friends, routines, worries and inherited craziness—an epic story that continues invisibly around you like an anthill sprawling deep underground, with elaborate passageways to thousands of other lives that you’ll never know existed, in which you might appear only once, as an extra sipping coffee in the background, as a blur of traffic passing on the highway, as a lighted window at dusk. - The Dictionary of Obscure Sorrows
“I would describe myself as someone who has an affinity for creativity. I never give up even when I throw my hands up and feel like I totally have given up. I love to nurture and to take care of others. I love when it rains and when the sun shines. Life is so beautiful. I am patient with others even when I am not patient with myself. I am a goal setter and I get up everyday to knock out my goals. I could go on and on. I’m a mother pretty much.”
“I think I would have to use the old cliché and say indescribable – but no, seriously. I frequently find myself consumed by the intricate inner workings of my own mind, leaving me isolated while physically present. I would say I’m definitely an introvert, yet people find me to be highly social. You can quote me as saying I love the idea of humanity – while I commonly find myself annoyed at the lack of critical thought in some individuals. Perhaps an egoist? Narcissist? If so, never projecting outward. I find myself to be simple, a smart ape. I think we all are.”
I’m sure we’ve all been there. You know the time you’ve been out with your friends and you spill a drink on your blouse. Or you’re out on a date and a little piece of chili falls onto your clothes from your chili dog. Your night is ruined because you feel all dirty and you’d just like to go home to change. If only you had a Tide to Go pen handy to make all of your stains go away.
I received my first tide to go pen when I was in college. My mother in law would pack us up “essential boxes” for when we made the visit back home. Inside one of the boxes was one of these magical pens. I probably used that pen once and it got lost in my car. Each time I would get a stain while out, I’ll attempt to look for the pen and could never find it. It never occurred to me to just purchase another. I tried going to the gas station, but they’re overpriced there, so I went to Amazon.
I’m so glad I did because Amazon has a three pack for $6. https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01C3NAT16/ref=cm_sw_r_sms_api_glt_fabc_6QDYJZ36SENDHQXCQW43
I put one in my purse, one in the car, and gave my fiancé one for his work bag. Talk about life savers! Getting the three pack was the best decision I could have ever made. We always have one available if needed. They definitely come in handy while out running errands, out of date night, out with friends, or even the stains the kids cause.
You should check them out and tell me what you think.
“So I think there are so many different sides to me where I can say and act one way, but then when I’m placed in a different situation I can act completely opposite. So I guess I’m complex? Or maybe just confusing? I’ll be 27 this year. I feel like I should have it all figured out, know who I am and stick to it. I can’t just stick to being one specific way and tell you yeah I’m an optimistic and proactive person when there are times I act the complete opposite.”
“I would describe myself as a sort of ditzy and eccentric person. Someone who is highly stressed and anxious for all the right reasons (lol). At the same time, someone who has their moments where they just sit alone in silence to think and possibly try to calm down. I would just describe myself as the average person trying to live life with the tools handed to me.”
The first air fryer was introduced in 2010 by Philips Electronics Co. This invention was made to offer efficiency to busy families by making it convenient to cook meals. Air frying is healthier than deep frying because it has less calories. You don’t have much to clean up or have to worry about grease, flour and preheating. The era of the air fryer is upon us. I’m sorry to say it, but air frying is what’s in right now. You can literally make anything in those things. Oven, microwave, stove, who? The mighty air fryer can do all of their jobs quickly and with ease. Here is my experience with my air fryer and why I think we all should have one. It’s important for our humanity for you to stay up to date on these things.
If you haven’t heard of an air fryer until now, you’re obviously living under a rock. I’m you! I honestly had no idea an air fryer existed in 2010. Even though I was 16 and not cooking my own meals that year, my first time hearing of an air fryer was in 2020. I guess with the pandemic everyone was staying home and making meals which made a demand for air fryers. All over social media and at family dinners you’ll hear about this famous air fryer. When it was time for me to purchase mine I went straight to Amazon. There were so many brands at so many prices I became overwhelmed. I went to Walmart for simplicity and to calm my anxiety. That visit only spiked it because they did not have any in my local store. Back to amazon I went and I decided to get the most affordable one on the site at the time with the best reviews. Bingo! I found the perfect 5.3 quart, black air fryer for $50. It was on sale at the time.
Perfect for my family of 4. Apparently the first ones were pretty expensive, but now you can find some real affordable ones. I got so excited when I pressed buy now and even happier when it was delivered to my local Amazon locker. I couldn’t wait to get cooking. I instantly started to look up things to cook and this is when I discovered you can cook anything. Even frozen meals! I use my air fryer for breakfast, lunch and dinner. We make anything from egg muffins to a New York strip in that thing. I use it so much that I try to rotate my other appliances in from time to time just so they don’t feel left out.
If you don’t have an air fryer, then it’s definitely time to invest in one. When you do please share your experience with Sonder Here in the comments. For those of you that have had one, what’s your favorite thing to cook? My favorite thing is egg muffins and here is a great recipe!
Air Fryer Bacon and Egg Bite Cups (Keto and Low-Carb) + {VIDEO}
The Connection
I can still remember clearly how we started, staring from across the room.
Does she love me ? Does she hate me ? I did not know which of the two, to assume.
I saw myself as unattractive , unworthy , but you saw something else in me.
And immediately we connected, and this connection was interesting.
You were the first girl I truly dated.
The first girl that drove me crazy.
We bickered, we argued , but I still called you my baby.
But I realize in the present that then we made a huge mistake.
Why would we, both agree, to put our love connection at stake ?
Maybe this was simply fate, and luckily it turned out to be just a break.
Now look at us present day, with your effort, our connection has been restored.
Madly in love as before, and we agreed to never make the same mistake, anymore.
Because this time , I’ll have the mind of being your man, and you as my lady.
Instead of restricting our connection, as we did by debating.
But that was all in the past.
We must live in the present.
Because I want you in my future.
And we’ll always have that connection , more so than computers.
“I’m a mom to a beautiful baby boy and a wife to his loving dad. I work hard for a living and I’m always looking for another way to occupy my time. I enjoy a little of everything, but it seems like I never have enough time to explore everything.”
“I’m a caring person. I’m also very unique. I’m genuine to everyone I meet and I like to think I’m responsible. Understanding and outgoing are words that describe me. I’m living life and I’m happy. I’m here. We all are.”
“I am a very courageous, unbalanced woman with a life filled with blessings. I have overcome a lot with the help of God, friends and family. I’m passionately sexual and content with my life. I am a mother of two and I pray for them often. I enjoy baking, stitching, puzzles, a great glass of wine or even a cold Coors Lite. I’m Here. We all are.”
Kishambrea Bowens