Do you have a quote you live your life by or think of often? One of the first sayings that stuck with me from my childhood days is “a promise is a comfort to a fool”. I have no idea where I first heard it or who it was said by. Regardless, this proverb has… Continue reading Quotes to live by…
Taurus ♉️ Season Playlist
Whamnin’ Roamers! *stares in ♉️* To celebrate @jasperthebombay’s and @roaminganesia’s birthdays, here’s a Taurus inspired playlist that we’ve kept in rotation since the season began. Shoutout to all our Taureans out there! https://open.spotify.com/playlist/2DVQAJqpof3pPWSkR6KGo9?si=jSRsdD0sRWOvkpegBpqYNQ *Please take a moment to Like, Comment, Share, Subscribe, and all that jazz!* Thanks, Sugah 💋
Date x Dentures x Disaster
Dating is complicated. We want to be on our best behavior during this courting stage, yet, we are expected to display whatever faults we tend to have. Some of us are of a mindset that sugarcoating is a major no. However, being honest does not give you permission to be an a**hole. I quote this… Continue reading Date x Dentures x Disaster
1 Hotel Central Park: Jams by Chef Jonathan Waxman
There’s something about trying out a restaurant’s new menu fresh out of the kitchen. I was lucky to be amongst the firsts to feast and drink from Chef Jonathan Waxman's spring menu, and I can’t wait to try other items before the season is over! If I wasn’t vegetarian/pescatarian I would’ve tried everything! I aim… Continue reading 1 Hotel Central Park: Jams by Chef Jonathan Waxman
Earth Day 🌱
Earth: the 3rd planet from the sun according to our take on the Solar System’s outer workings, and the place we call home. Flowers in Antigua 💐 She is the reason we are literal living beings. Brooklyn Kitty 🐈⬛ Why do we ignore her pleas for help, and destroy her in a quest to appease… Continue reading Earth Day 🌱
A Lesson In Optimism😁
I have been told, I am more optimistic than most. I have heard luck follows me, or there's something in my genes that really can't wipe this smile off my face most days. Although I don't quite agree with this assessment, there are some days where there is a different pep in my step than… Continue reading A Lesson In Optimism😁
Friday’s Jamz
Whamnin' Roamers! We made it! Whether it was a sprint or just barely: we made it y'all! I crawled over the finish line To celebrate this small victory, I'll be sharing three of my curated Playlists from three different platforms. Let me know what Jamz got you through the week in the comments below. KxS… Continue reading Friday’s Jamz
Better as Fiction
If you could be a character from a book or film, who would you be? Why? I spend most of my time in the lands of make believe than I do in reality. Between being a librarian, a writer, and mental health patient it’s impossible not to take on the persona of fictional characters. Characters… Continue reading Better as Fiction
Roaming in New Jersey: Echo Lakes Stables
Whamnin' Roamers! Not many people know this but ever since my Senior Trip in High School, I have been fascinated with horseback riding as a therapeutic measure. Because it's so expensive in NY, I never got many opportunities to do so. However, while living in Italy I was able to fulfill those dreams. Fast forward… Continue reading Roaming in New Jersey: Echo Lakes Stables
On Wednesdays we wear…
... pink 🩷 Obsessed with Grogu aka Baby Yoda Are you Roamers watching the latest season of The Mandalorian? What do you think of it so far? *Please take a moment to Like, Comment, Share, Subscribe, and all that jazz!* Thanks, Sugah 💋
Invisibility? Shape-shifter?
What's a secret skill or ability you have or wish you had? Hi Roamers! As a lass, I was always fascinated by comic book characters whether they be villains 🦹🏾♂️ or heroes 🦸🏾♀️. I loved them all! Storm is still that girl! Being able to manipulate the weather like Storm would be a huge win!… Continue reading Invisibility? Shape-shifter?
“Letters to My Unborn” by Anesia
*Trigger Warning: mentions miscarriage* This was one of (if not) the hardest poems to write, and also perform. I remain humbled by the way it's been received over the years. "Letters to My Unborn"Created for me by Bean (IG: @afrobeani) "LETTERS TO MY UNBORN"Dear Angel, this morning I spent an hour just staring into the… Continue reading “Letters to My Unborn” by Anesia
Currency 101: Dolla Dolla Bills Y’all 🤑
“What does it all mean?!?!??!” Have you ever asked yourself who decided a flimsy piece of paper 💵, or a dulled round mineral 🪙 is worth anything? No? Well actually, many people haven’t! This is probably because the idea that these objects have worth has been accepted as an intrinsic truth of society since Jesus… Continue reading Currency 101: Dolla Dolla Bills Y’all 🤑
Baby Jasper
Before I became the handsome rogue I am today, I was already an irresistible charmer. First day in my new 🏡 The closet was my favorite place for a week straight! The first time @roaminganesia laid eyes on me, she just knew she had to apply for my adoption. Finally made it out of the… Continue reading Baby Jasper
Guilty Pleasures Part 1: Movies 🍿🎞️🎬📽️
*Any mention of mental illnesses expressed on this post is due to personal experiences, not the opinions of licensed professionals* What movies have you watched more than 5 times? There are but a handful of movies and shows that I'd rather rewatch for the 100th time than to feast my eyes upon something new. New?… Continue reading Guilty Pleasures Part 1: Movies 🍿🎞️🎬📽️
Roaming in Tulum (Pt. 1): Beach Day
Before Tulum became the tourist magnet that it is today, I had the pleasure of visiting this slice of paradise a few years ago. Not only was it my first time out there, but it was my first time in Mexico. The journey there wasn't a smooth one at all. Spoiler alert: I was involved… Continue reading Roaming in Tulum (Pt. 1): Beach Day
Bikes x Rainy Day
Spotting lots of bikes while walking in the rain!
Spicy Smoothie for a Cold
Quick smoothie recipe for a runny nose
Humans be like …
Let’s dress Jasper up cause he’s soooo cute 🙄 Funeral chic It’s my party: I can scratch if I want to… and I do! Paparazzi much? Did you try to match with me? Count Jasper I’ll play with you later! Who am I? Puss in Boots? Stay paw-sitive, Roamers! *Please take a moment to Like,… Continue reading Humans be like …
Anime Pop-Up Shop
Hey Roamers! Want to hear about that time I thought I was going to an anime-con type of pop-up shop but that’s not what it turned out to be? No? Well I’m going to tell you anyways. Do you see who I see? @jasperthebombay is always lurking So while scrolling through IG I came across… Continue reading Anime Pop-Up Shop
Introducing Our Unpaid Intern, Bob🤖
Yes, the rumors are true, the futuristic days of Artificial Intelligence (AI) are upon us. 😲 For weeks, perhaps months, the RoamingKitty Collective (still working on the naming of our illustrious crew) has been embroiled in a vigorous debate. We have been asking ourselves, "how do we talk about this incredible moment in time where… Continue reading Introducing Our Unpaid Intern, Bob🤖
Osteria in Brooklyn
Once upon a time, Restaurant Week was something to look forward to annually. Recently, the Boroughs of New York have taken things into their own hands. The cities, and communities, within each borough have been coming together to bring the locals mouth-watering dishes for a inexpensive price throughout the course of the year. I am… Continue reading Osteria in Brooklyn
Brooklyn Sunset
"Every sunrise enlightens our heart with rays of hope. Every sunset soothes our mind with tranquility and peace." Debases Mridha, MD As this is my first post of the year, I find it fitting it's a beautiful sunset. Sunsets signify, for most, the end of a workday and the beginning of a restful night. In… Continue reading Brooklyn Sunset