Awkwardly Introverted

Ever had one of those days where everything just seems to go wrong, yet somehow, it still makes the best kind of story? Yeah, that’s me today. From dodging bees and battling with the Hackensack River (I’ll explain), to Starbucks betrayal and the ultimate enemy—algebra—I’m living the full college experience. Let me break it down for you. The Morning of False Hope: Starbucks Betrayal ☕ I walked across campus with high hopes. I mean, it was a beautiful day and the sun was shining. What could go wrong? I saw my classmate sipping on a chilled iced coffee, and instantly, my thoughts went straight to coffee heaven. So, I made my way to the on-campus Starbucks, feeling all hopeful and prepared. Only… they don’t accept my Starbucks card. Only cash or credit—like, come on! I’ve got money on that card, but I might as well be holding a piece of plastic that just mocks me at this point. What a cruel reminder of how broke I am. So, here I am, iced coffee-less, crossing the bridge back to my side...

Hey y’all 👋🏾 So, if you’ve been wondering why the blog’s been quieter than usual (or if you didn’t notice at all—which is fair lol), here’s the  realest  update I can give you: Please refer to Exhibit A: That’s me. Spiritually. Emotionally. Mentally. All of it. 😩 Finals season is here and I’ve got four classes— FOUR . And not the cute kind either. We’re talking  Art History ,  Math Algebra ,  Digital Illustration , and  Writing . Math and Writing have especially chosen violence this semester. I’m currently retaking math (shoutout to my awesome professor tho 🙌🏾), but it’s still doing the absolute  most . So yeah... if you’re wondering where the awkward introvert energy went, it’s buried somewhere under assignments, essays, and math problems that feel like they were designed by a villain. 💀 Once the semester ends in May, I’ll be crawling back here to post again—hopefully with a little more brainpower and a lot less caffeine shaking in my system. ☕?...

Spring is supposed to be that magical time of year when nature hits the refresh button—birds chirping 🐦, flowers blooming 🌼, and people happily ditching their winter coats 🧥. It’s all sunshine, smiles, and iced drinks... right? Wrong. At least not today. Instead of basking in warmth and light, I found myself standing in the cold ❄️, getting pelted by sideways rain 🌧️, and questioning all my life choices 🫠—especially the one where I didn’t bring an umbrella. It all started innocently enough. I had a doctor’s appointment at 3 PM 🕒 and thought I’d catch the 722 bus afterward to head home. Easy. Simple. Foolproof. Enter: chaos. The sky had a  full-on mood swing . First, it was just chilly. Then came a light drizzle ☔. Before I could even process what was happening, it turned into a full-blown downpour 🌧️. And me? No umbrella. Wrong shoes. Just vibes and regret. There I was, soaked and shivering 🥶, waiting for my bus like a soggy popsicle. The 163 bus cruised by like it was mock...

  Let’s be real—there’s nothing quite like getting lost in a good book. The plot twists, the unforgettable characters, the world-building so vivid it pulls you in…  chef’s kiss . Books are my escape, my happy place, my way of avoiding social interactions I didn’t sign up for. But you know what ruins the experience? Stupidity. And I don’t mean the fun, fictional kind where the protagonist makes terrible decisions for the sake of drama (we all secretly love that). I’m talking about real-world, brain-cell-draining stupidity—the kind that makes you question how some people function on a daily basis. Yes, I am a book reader. Yes, I am highly allergic to stupidity. And yes, sarcasm is my prescribed antihistamine. 🫠 This is so me, lol. 😂 I’m an introverted bookworm with a blog called  Awkwardly Introverted , where I embrace all things bookish, socially awkward, and, of course, sarcastic. Reading is my comfort zone, and stupidity is my biggest irritant. Symptoms of My “Allergy”...

  Let me set the scene: It’s a cold, windy Friday 🌬️❄️, and I, a humble commuter, just want to get to my destination without being swept off my feet—literally. The wind? Absolutely feral. I’m gripping the bus stop pole for dear life 🫨, and even that thing is shaking like it’s questioning its life choices. I check the NJ Transit app, hoping for good news. Spoiler alert: there is none. The bus downtown was supposed to arrive at 1:00 PM but, of course, didn’t show up until 1:08 PM—making its entrance like a hero in a poorly timed movie 🎬. And as if waiting in the cold wasn’t bad enough, I had to pay $1.80 for the ride.  $1.80!!  Back in the day, it was only $1.10, but thanks to inflation and NJ Transit’s endless greed, I must suffer 💸😩. I finally arrived in downtown Paterson and took care of what I needed to do. Mission accomplished… kind of. Then came round two: fighting the wind 🌪️ as I struggled to walk back to the bus stop. Once again, NJ Transit was on its fashion...

Chronic illnesses are often misunderstood, but  invisible illnesses  like Behçet’s disease come with an entirely different set of challenges. From the outside, many of us may  look fine , but beneath the surface, we’re fighting a  daily battle  with unpredictable symptoms, relentless pain, and the emotional weight of knowing there’s no cure. What is Behçet’s Disease? Behçet’s disease is a  rare autoimmune disorder  that causes inflammation of the blood vessels throughout the body. It affects  each person differently , but common symptoms include: ✅  Painful mouth ulcers  that make eating and speaking difficult ✅  Genital ulcers  that can be excruciating and embarrassing to discuss ✅  Joint pain  that mimics arthritis, making even simple movements unbearable ✅  Skin lesions  that resemble acne but are much more painful ✅  Eye inflammation (uveitis)  that can lead to  blindness  if untreate...

I don’t know who at Facebook (or should I say  Meta  🙄) thought this was a good idea, but this platform is officially  unusable.  Facebook used to be a place where you could catch up with friends, share memes, and maybe even argue in the comments if you felt like it. Now?  It’s just ads.  Ads everywhere.  Ads for things you don’t need, never asked for, and have no way of blocking anymore.  😩 Let’s be real— Facebook was already going downhill  📉, but at least before, you could block ads or adjust your settings to limit them.  Now? They’ve completely taken that away.  You hide one ad, and another pops up instantly, like some kind of capitalist hydra. 🐍  It’s a never-ending cycle of "sponsored content" that no one asked for. Mark, You Don’t Need the Money 💰🙄 At this point,  Mark Zuckerberg has more money than he knows what to do with.  So why, exactly, does he feel the need to  turn Facebook into a 24/7 infome...

Saturday night, and I was ready for a relaxing bath after a busy week. The plan? An oatmeal Epsom soak, some peaceful reading, and just unwinding. I had everything set: my book, my iPad, my bath filled with warm water… or so I thought. But no—the hot water completely bailed on me. I waited patiently, reading my book, hoping for the water to warm up. Despite running it for a while, the comforting warmth I craved never came. To top it off, I got into the bath anyway, but it was freezing! So much for my long, peaceful soak. My 20-minute timer went off, and I was left sitting in cold water, wishing for just a little bit of comfort. Talk about a huge letdown. 😩❄️ I was all set to do my usual routine afterward: changing my expired insulin pump and Dexcom sensor. But nope, that didn’t happen. Instead, I wrapped up my bath early and decided to switch gears. I reattached my sensors, grabbed some chips and lemonade 🍟🍋, and settled in to watch  Ancient Aliens  on TV. (Honestly, my nig...

Check out this weather forecast! If you're in Paterson, brace yourself for a rollercoaster of weather moods: Today: Isolated thunderstorms, high of 91°F 🌩️. Good thing it's not 100% thunderstorms; we might have a few minutes of sunshine to dry off! Sunday: Rain again, because why not? 72° / 85°F ☔. Perfect weather for watching movies indoors! Monday: Finally, a break! Sunny and hot at 70° / 93°F ☀️. Get your sunscreen ready! Tuesday: Back to rain, 66° / 86°F 🌧️. Don’t put away that umbrella just yet. Wednesday: More showers with a high of 75°F 🌦️. You get the idea by now. Thursday: Surprise! More rain, 64° / 77°F 🌧️. The plants are loving it! Friday: Rain again, high of 75°F ☔. Maybe it's time to invest in some waterproof shoes. Saturday: Showers continue with a high of 78°F 🌦️. Looks like a great day to catch up on reading! Sunday: Guess what? More rain! 60° / 76°F ☔. At this point, I'm considering building an ark. Next Monday: Finally, anothe...