Author: Ryley Siclair
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Next In Line
It was a warm August afternoon the first time I saw her. Sweat trickled down my spine, absorbed by my thin t-shirt. We were all waiting for the bus. A few regulars waiting for the 4:45 bus to come, which only really ever came at 5:06. Some new faces were there as well. People coming…
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Be More Interesting
We’re creatures of habit, whether we like to admit it or not. Even the ones who swear by spontaneity, who chase adventure like it’s their life’s purpose—deep down, there’s comfort in routine. It’s familiar, predictable, safe. And breaking out of it? That’s the hard part. Quitting bad habits, trying something new, stepping into the unknown—it’s…
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The Weight of Waiting
Unwinding with feet sore from the day that wore them into the ground. A glass of pinot grigio crisp against my hand as I take in the soft murmurs from the stereo. I stand as a blend of carnation, sapphire, and tangerine melt across the heavens. A serene scene. Birds sing their evening song along…
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I Won’t Be Late…
I’ve been thinking a lot about the different stages we all go through in life. Looking around and seeing where my friends are at and what they are doing. Some of them are married and have been for years, with babies of their own—a whole family to tend to. Some of them are in long-term…
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Goals
Goals are an interesting thing. They start off with good intentions but become increasingly overwhelming with time. I’m sure you have some goals you’re trying to implement into 2025 or maybe you fall into the category of “I’m not much of a New Year’s resolution type of person”. Either way, there is something about the…
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Thank You, 2024
2024. You were a dream. You showed me a world that I always knew was possible. A breath of newness and excitement. The unknown ahead. Risks were taken. Stomachs ached. Toothy grins throughout. Glasses were raised. Company was kept. And I became free. You awoke a spark within me that ignited my childish excitement for…
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When it Rains…
I live for the days when the sky turns gray and moisture grows in the air. My hair starts to frizz a bit and the scent of rain trickles in unexpectedly. Now that I live in a city so close to the sun that it breaks through the clouds, I miss the rainy days. I…
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Another Birthday
Another year. Another birthday. Another “this isn’t where I thought I’d be”, but this time it’s actually better. Another “this will be my year”. Another pinterest inspiration board. Another reminder of all the things I didn’t accomplish last year. Another reminder of all the things I finally did. Another day to remind me how much…
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Summer
Summer is coming to a close and so am I. This is the first time in my life that I didn’t want it to end…until I did. I always do. This summer was different. Filled with late nights and early mornings. One bleeding into the next. Live music and bar hopping. New friends creating new…
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Moving On
We move through life always looking for the next best thing. We move lanes to get to work faster. We move meetings because something more important comes up. We move slower when the sun starts to set at 3:45 pm. I always say that I need to move my body more, but sometimes I don’t…
Life's A Movie 