Julie Thompson
Bio
Left corporate copywriting in the rearview to enjoy life without a commute. Finally writing a screenplay and musing about this new chapter on my blog, Born a Homebody.
Stories (10/0)
Tulsa, Tina, and Me
To this day I’m a mediocre housekeeper and it’s Tina Turner’s fault. You see, every Saturday mom would get me and my sisters to clean the house by playing music. Really loud music. We had one of those enormous cabinet stereos that housed the turntable, speakers, and record collection — the showpiece of every hip 1960s living room.
By Julie Thompson3 years ago in Beat
We Need More Diversity in the Room Where It Happens
We all saw it, even though it’s since been taken down. The “greatest of all time” image posted by ESPN’s SportsCenter represents how decisions made by the powers that be are so often done using only their own perspective.
By Julie Thompson3 years ago in Viva
Share some Valentine's Day love with the singles in your life
Being single on Valentine’s Day can bring a host of unexpected emotions, from jealousy to apathy to relief. My own journey on this heart-shaped holiday has been a roller coaster ride as I navigated dating, marriage, and divorce.
By Julie Thompson3 years ago in Humans
Score Big with This Super Bowl Snack
For me, the Super Bowl is a modern version of the classic tale of two opposing forces battling it out to see who emerges victorious. This year, it’s even more symbolic with a king holding steadfast to the throne and a daring prince rallying to replace him. This story within the story is one of the reasons I'm excited to watch the game. Oh... and the food.
By Julie Thompson3 years ago in Feast
