October 2018 Writer’s Life: Lots of changes [#yearofwriting]

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Well, what can I say about October 2018? To be honest, it was a super interesting month! Actually, kind of an exciting month because I let go of one low-paying gig (News Editor at 21Ninety) and instead embraced a new high-paying gig (regular contributor at Simplemost/The Delite). It’s an exciting journey and I am curious about what all of this will bring.

And, the MOST exciting news… I can finally share that I have been working with The Temper! They are a brand new site devoted to covering addiction, sobriety and recovery (from anything) with an unapologetically intersectional feminist approach. So, basically, describes me to a T. They launched earlier this month and my first two stories for them are up! I am incredibly proud of these, one on my recovery as a Latina and another about giving up meat for my husband (who gave up alcohol for me), so please do read.

How much I made: $6392

Money wise, this was my best month of the year! The only other month that I made over $6k was July, when I wrote a bunch of op-eds about Demi Lovato’s relapse, so it was exciting to see these numbers. No doubt it is because of my last week at 21Ninety, my new work at Simplemost/The Delite and my continued work with FIERCE by mitú. If I keep going down this road, I might actually make my financial goals for the year!

What was published (by The Temper): 

• Why It’s Difficult to Talk About Recovery As a Latina
• He Gave Up Alcohol for Me, I Gave Up Meat for Him

What was published (by Simplemost/The Delite): 

• The Most-Awarded TV Shows Of All Time
• Easy Potluck Recipes Everyone Will Enjoy
• Cheap Soup Recipes To Make This Fall
• Fascinating Facts You Probably Never Knew About Elon Musk
• Things You Probably Never Knew About Tom Petty
• ‘Grey’s Anatomy’: Behind-The-Scenes Show Secrets You Never Knew

What was published (by Fierce by mitú): 

• Rita Moreno’s 20 Most Inspirational Quotes to Rock Your Inner Superstar Latina
• Why Latinxs Need to Talk About Depression and Suicide
• 12 Audiobooks by Latina Authors That You Can ‘Read’ On the Drive to Work
• 21 Lessons I Learned About Latinas While I Was Living in NYC
• 21 Día de Los Muertos Makeup Looks You Won’t Believe
• 20 Ways My Latinidad Influenced My Understanding Of Beauty Norms
• Here’s How I’m Learning To Manage My Anxiety As An Adult And Recovering From Years Of Practicing Self-Harm
• Camila Mendes Wants Us To Talk Openly About Our Mental Health And Self-Image Struggles On Social Media
• 22 Cutest Photos of JLo & ARod *SO* Very Much in Love
• 12 Books To Add Your Child’s Reading List For Bilingual Child Month
• 20 Halloween-Themed Nails That’ll Have You Rushing To The Salon
• Get a First Look at Tessa Thompson in ‘Men In Black’ Spinoff
• 20 Things Only Your Latina Friends Will Understand
• Watch Gina Rodriguez As Your New Favorite Action Star In ‘Miss Bala’ Trailer
• Get Ready to Dress Like Frida Kahlo in Spring 2019
• These 23 Pics Of Cats Wearing Halloween Costumes Will Chill You To The Bone
• I Tried Out A Mental Health App To Manage My Anxiety For A Week, Here’s What Happened
• 9 Halloween Costumes That’ll Give You A Chance To Bust Out Your 00s Wardrobe
• 20 Stunning Halloween Makeup Looks To DIY Last Minute
• 23 Free Self-Care Ideas For Your Next Relaxing Domingo
• 20 Ways To Be Artistic Even If You’re Not Frida Kahlo
• 20 Things You Basically Did Every Day During The 90s
• A Source Close To Demi Lovato Just Gave An Inscrutable Update About Her Recovery In Rehab

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