Ren Martinez

Twelve Hour Days and Making it Work

I have recently started training at my new job (I’m so glad I can finally say that!). It’s been an incredible experience, and the organization has been great at making the new hires feel welcome and supported. That’s not something I can say at every place I’ve worked. What has made this week so difficultContinueContinue reading “Twelve Hour Days and Making it Work”

Success is Just a Story (Until It Happens to You)

I’ll try to keep the anticipation brief: I have finally secured a job. Not just a “make ends meet in the meantime” kind of job, but an actual real live big girl job. Despite my calm and cool text-persona, I am, in fact, a giddy wreck. Moving to a new city with nothing to myContinueContinue reading “Success is Just a Story (Until It Happens to You)”

Starbucks Would Probably Look Classier on a Resume

Sometimes, I am amazed by my life. There were times when blackness threatened to swallow me whole and anger tore through my bones like blunted knives. I have memories of sobbing in the daylight and laughing in the dark. And, there are times when the utter absurdity of my circumstances make it impossible to doContinueContinue reading “Starbucks Would Probably Look Classier on a Resume”

Picking Out Curtains on a Budget

So I’ve been in Denver for two weeks now. I’ve been in my house for one. It’s small, old, and facing a huge park that features two ponds and a lot of geese. I’ve been getting used to the thinner air and the hardwood floors, had some delicious beer and some good times.That being said,ContinueContinue reading “Picking Out Curtains on a Budget”

Good Times (Gonna Come)

I have been incredibly out of touch with the world (and by the world I mean the internet). The reason for it is rather obvious, as I have officially moved to Denver! I’m so excited for this new opportunity to memorize new streets and breathe in different air. Now that the ground is somewhat solidContinueContinue reading “Good Times (Gonna Come)”

I Wanna Taste the Breeze (In Every Great City)

Today, I have officially purchased my tickets. I’m heading to Denver in a week’s time.I am simultaneously terrified and excited. I’ve been inundated with wanderlust for some time now, an endless itch beneath my skin. It’s not so much the desire to escape, but to see things I have yet to see. I’ve remained inContinueContinue reading “I Wanna Taste the Breeze (In Every Great City)”

Shameless Self-Promotion Time!

I have had a rough few weeks. I’m vacating my apartment by the 31st, still don’t have a real job, and I’m seriously contemplating moving to Denver for my next big adventure. Which, obviously, I will let you guys in on all the details.However, I have some awesome author stuff to announce.One: I have uploadedContinueContinue reading “Shameless Self-Promotion Time!”

I’ll Get You Next Time, Bitchface!

So my friend Mary and I have come up with a new comic book superhero. Too bad neither of us can draw.The basic setup: Martha has been a superhero all her life. Flying across the city, stopping bad guys, and all the guts and glory that come with it. Then, tragedy strikes. A horrible threadingContinueContinue reading “I’ll Get You Next Time, Bitchface!”

Is it Joy Division Gloomy or Nick Cave Gloomy?

Things are coming to a head. I am facing down decisions in just a few weeks and I am not nearly prepared enough to know what to do. Avoidance is no longer an option, but it was nice while it lasted. And, my future is looking particularly gloomy (like Morrissey gloomy). I am not gainfullyContinueContinue reading “Is it Joy Division Gloomy or Nick Cave Gloomy?”

Spinning Wheels and Choking on Dust

I’m playing the waiting game and I hate it. I haven’t heard back from any agents (it takes 6-8 weeks, my rational brain reminds me) and I can’t seem to drum up any enthusiasm to write. Which is the most frustrating and the most frightening.I have so many unfinished ideas that don’t seem to findContinueContinue reading “Spinning Wheels and Choking on Dust”