Derek Evers
Bio
Hello! I'm Derek, a writer based in Portland, OR. Author of short stories, poetry, and blog posts about the things that interest me. Be kind to yourself and others, always.
IG: deverswriting
Stories (76/0)
Wandering Thoughts
Wandering thoughts. What will they say today? Everyday they pick a new favorite word. Yesterday, it was failure. They liked it so much, they never stopped saying it. Sometimes without hesitation; a reminder of how I should feel. I’m curious what they think of me today. I wonder, are they right ?
By Derek Evers3 years ago in Poets
4 Albums Released In 2020 I Didn't Know About
Although the pandemic has put a stop to many artist's tours, it hasn't stopped anyone from creating new music. I would argue that this has been one of the best years for music, which is understandable because, if you're responsible, then you're staying at home and don't have much going on (as Taylor Swift would say).
By Derek Evers3 years ago in Beat
The Broke College Grad Diaries - Part 4
Lately I’ve likened myself to the fall trees that surround my apartment. In the past couple of months, I’ve lost my leaves and now I’m bare, showing people my true self – trying to at least. As you can imagine, making yourself vulnerable can be kind of uncomfortable and scary. But what I’ve learned, and hope to teach you, is that you should seek that uncomfortable feeling, not run away from it.
By Derek Evers3 years ago in Motivation
5 Must-Have Trader Joe's Vegan Holiday Items To Keep It Festive From Home
Holidays are of course looking really different this year due to COVID, which is a bummer, but I always remind myself that life is what you make of it! So, just because we can't spend the holidays with the family and friends we usually would, doesn't mean we can't enjoy ourselves a little fun from home.
By Derek Evers3 years ago in Feast
- Top Story - December 2020
The Broke College Grad Diaries
Welcome back to another chapter in The Broke College Grad Diaries! It’s finally turkey week and though COVID-19 has made things a little different this year, we should still take the time to talk about the things we’re most thankful for! Following the theme of thanksgiving, I wanted to discuss gratitude today because it’s been important to my healing process, kept me semi-sane through quarantine, and helped me love life again – so if you’re going through some tough times, I hope my story inspires you. Also, if you haven’t read my article about gratitude and how it can positively benefit not just individuals, but our communities as well, then I’ll link that here.
By Derek Evers3 years ago in Motivation