Kathryn Parker
Bio
Life is amazing. Life is horrible. It just depends on your day and attitude.
Stories (26/0)
If I Die Before I Wake
A little while ago, Vocal created a challenge to include playlists inside your work. You could enter for a chance for 1,000 dollars as a grand prize. Like most things in my life, I saw it right after it had been closed. Though I would not have the chance to enter it in the first place because it was Vocal+ exclusive, I might have signed up just to write this.
By Kathryn Parker10 months ago in Beat
Trump Again
Growing up, my family was very politically divided. My mother had been a steadfast Democrat after Regan's policies on social security and my father had always been a loyal Republican. Rarely, though they have voted for the other party once or twice, did my parents ever see eye to eye on politics and it was a hot button topic for my childhood and even now. It leads to name calling, bullying, and mocking on both sides with me acting as the devil's advocate or referee (depending on my mood). You shouldn't be surprised then that I chose neither party. I tend to stick to the Libertarian party if I vote for a party at all. Unfortunately, I do have to vote Democrat or Republican, essentially feeling like I have to choose between my father or mother's values. Election times can be a little trying for someone who knows it doesn't matter in the end. The easily corruptible and corrupted always prevail, the government has no need for the voice of the People. It needs compliance and cooperation. Your vote doesn't matter, and it doesn't matter who runs. Or does it?
By Kathryn Parkerabout a year ago in Journal
Living A New Normal
A new normal has settled over the world. Masks and gloves have become the latest accessories for pretty much the entire world. Sanitizer and cleaning supplies have been cleaned from the shelves. Toilet paper among other essential everyday items have been hoarded and booed by everyone who has to use alternative forms when wiping. Seriously, the cat was looking like an option there for a second. But she has claws and no sense of sacrificing for her family.
By Kathryn Parker4 years ago in Longevity
The Joys of Joy Fielding
Chances are that you haven't heard of one of my favorite authors/fellow bibliophiles, but you have seen her books if you like to frequent libraries or bookstores. Her books may have looked you in the eyes, daring you to read them, but you didn't have the time or the fortitude. You might've picked it up and liked what you saw, but again where's the time?
By Kathryn Parker4 years ago in Geeks
6 Things You Find out When You're 30+ with No Kids
I'm 31 and have been married for four years to a wonderful man. We have been trying for children for about that time, but no luck. We've been tested and so far, my infertility has been unexplained. So I do want kids, but I get lumped into the category of not wanting kids because of the infertility.
By Kathryn Parker5 years ago in Families