Private Chef, Writer & Podcaster
After a week of rain and gray skies, I stepped outside and found myself face-to-face with a monarch butterfly—a rare, breathtaking sight that reminded me why we let dandelions grow and bees buzz in our yard. Here's why moments like these mean everything when you're living with chronic illness and still trying to find joy in the little things.
He Gets That From Me by Unathi Smith offers a touching, character-driven story with emotional depth and strong interiority. While the plot is unique and engaging, the novel suffers from excessive description and noticeable editing errors that may disrupt some readers. This review explores the strengths and shortcomings of this quietly powerful book and its impact on self-publishing perception.
Living with chronic illness can be exhausting—but sometimes, the best medicine isn’t in a prescription bottle. For me, it came in the form of two tiny Gauls named Asterix and Obelix. This heartfelt reflection explores how nostalgia, humor, and childhood comfort shows like Asterix & Obelix help me cope with sarcoidosis, heart failure, and the unpredictable chaos of chronic illness.
Tired of rude medical staff and customer service that feels more like combat? As a private chef living with sarcoidosis and heart failure, I’ve learned that silence and self-control—not clapbacks—are my best defense against everyday negativity. Here’s how staying calm transformed my life, my work, and even landed me a management job.
Disappointed in Stephen King’s Holly? You’re not alone. This candid review explores why this latest novel fell flat—from forced political commentary and pandemic rants to a suspense-free plot and unrelatable characters. A must-read for chronic illness warriors, debut authors, and longtime King fans wondering, What happened to the thrill?
Tate Basildon 