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Now that summer is in full swing for practically all of us. I thought I'd give my Netflix suggestions because shortly after school lets out the boredom sets in. Surprisingly enough I don't consider myself a major Netflix girl. I actually prefer watching movies on Amazon Prime or the occasional college vlog on YouTube. Nevertheless, I will say that this past year I've gotten more interested in its listings. Anyway, this list isn't ranked in any particular order and it doesn't include Grey's Anatomy (don't worry I do love the show just wanted to show something different). 

1| Scandal


Don't even get me started, this show is everything! There aren't many TV shows that I can stay up till 2 in the morning for (and yes I understand that's a bad habit). Scratch that, there aren't many TV shows that I can rewatch after seeing them live on TV. Needless to say, this is the show to watch if you are interested in politics, romance, and well-planned drama. When I say that Shonda Rhimes is a genius at crafting twists and turns I mean she's a genius. 
Everything fits seamlessly together as if she already had season five in mind when season was airing on TV.
Since I refuse to spoil the events I just say keep your eyes peeled. Every detail counts for something, if not in that season, in a future one.


2 | Madam Secretary


Despite not being directly involved in politics, I'd say that Madam Secretary is probably the closest thing to "real" political drama wise. Not only is it the cleanest political drama on TV (you'd be surprised to find more than 5 curse words a whole season), but it is also easily the most evenkill TV show. 
For those more interested in the nuances of working for a presidential administration than oval office romance, this is the show for you.
(Not to say that there isn't any romance, just that it isn't at the forefront of the show like Scandal.) Nonetheless, the acting is amazing and if you are watching the latest season live on TV you will agree that there are definitely couples that viewers want together, but like I said earlier this show is more real life so don't expect "insta-anything".

3 | Dynasty




Dynasty is a modernized reboot of an 80s soap opera, and as you may expect it oozes drama. If you love a TV show that will keep you on your toes from start to finish then this is the one for you. This show focuses on two of America's richest families, the Colbys and Carringtons. I like to think that it is a stylized fight between new money (represented by the Colbys) and old money (represented by the Carringtons). As you may imagine the show does focus on the less appealing parts of having wealth and really shines a light on what seems to be a "gilded age". In conclusion, if you like glitz, scandal, and a dash of lies then this is the show for you. I will admit though that this is one of the few TV shows I believe people either love or hate.

4| Dance Academy


I recently got back into this Australian TV show, and I will go ahead and warn you, it is about teens so if you aren't interested in teenage drama this may not be for you. I remember this show being amazing back when I was a tween and I was not surprised when I binged a solid 16 episodes last weekend because that's how good it is. This TV show follows one girl's journey towards becoming a Prima-ballerina at one of the nation's best dance academies. There is tons of love, drama, and dancing. If you are into a well-written teen drama (that is relatively clean content-wise) than this is the show for you! 

5| On My Block



This show has quickly become one of my favorite Netflix productions simply because it displays the life of a teen in high school in a very authentic matter. this show accurately depicts the hard transition from middle to high school. "On my Block" follows four friends through their first year of high school and paints a picture of the triumph and pain they experience along the way. This show will have you laugh (and cry) as you watch these four friends confront the challenges in their predominately Hispanic and black neighborhoods in south LA. 
Please don't let the fact that this show follows teenagers deter you though, for it definitely deals with a few major "adult" themes that I feel everyone can benefit from.
I also want to make sure you don't get the impression that this is a "deep" high school drama, while it has its moments the writers still manage to throw in plenty of comedy to make this topic a bit easier to swallow.


6 | Riverdale



I was hesitant to add this TV show to my list, because I didn't want to be seen as a bandwagon, but after watching season 2 and checking out Madelaine Petsch's youtube channel I couldn't help myself. 
This show is the creepy small town thriller we didn't know we needed.
I will admit that I tend to scare easily which is why I don't like TV shows that could pass for horror films. That's why I am happy to say that this show makes the cut. This does not mean that it is not scary! But I don't find the scariness off-putting. Anyway, if you love a bit of romance, drama, and a dash of murder then this is definitely the show for you. (Plus let's not ignore the fact that this show features to hunks aka Cole Sprouse and KJ Apa.)

7 | Dear White People



I think anyone who knows me in real life knew that I would include this show on this list. In my opinion, this show is one of the most thought-provoking of our day. It truly shines a light on the racial issues that still plague our society in a brutally honest matter. (Meaning that those who are easily offended should probably pass on watching.) For those unfamiliar, Dear White People focuses on a different student at an "ivy-esque" school in each episode, despite the different perspectives all of these individual subplots help contribute to the main focus of the show. What I find unique about this show is that it purposefully doesn't shy away from controversial topics like police violence and interracial relationships. In fact, it embraces these topics so that the audience can truly understand the "black experience".
[I will issue a warning though that "Dear White People" earned a TV-MA rating, and while I don't remember nudity being an issue, foul language was prevalent.]

8 |That 70's Show



While most credit this show as giving Ashton Kutcher and Mila Kunis their start in the "acting world" I credit this show with giving viewers a chance to experience a different decade. Besides the catchy theme song, this TV show manages to remain timeless as a must watch comedy. 
This American sitcom captures the essence of those last years as a teen and succeeds to capture practically every demographic for it truly has something for everyone.
If you're looking for a family-friendly TV show that's relatable and funny then this is the show for you. I will admit though that like many TV shows it is chock full of sexual innuendos that add to the funny factor for older audiences. However, I can promise you that despite that you will fall in love with one if not all of the characters of the show by the end of the first episode. 

9 | The Night Shift


I think every "must watch on Netflix" list is incomplete without at least one medical drama, which is why I had to include this show on the list. I originally watched this TV show with my mom when it aired on cable and was quickly enamored with the depth of characters and plot. Sadly, this show was dropped by cable and brought to Netflix, so I only just watched the latest season, but I can still say that this show is worth the watch. The Night Shift follows a former Army medic, T.C. Callahan as he works to save lives while also running a hospital. I really love how the writers flesh out each of the characters. Nobody is just a sidepiece, everybody has a bigger story that is waiting to be unearthed by the audience. 

10 | Arrow


My last suggestion, is Arrow. Like many of the other TV shows I have featured on this list, I originally watched it on TV, but after getting behind I restarted it on Netflix. Arrow is easily one of my favorite "superhero" TV shows because it isn't cliche. Oliver Queen is a flawed main character and while he tries to walk the straight and narrow he does make mistakes, which is something that I can relate to. I also love how the writers include all of the "secondary" characters into the main plot. Unlike other superhero shows the writers of Arrow fully fleshed out the characters and made sure that there were no loose ends. They also managed to make every fight scene exciting to the audience which is harder then you may think. That's why if you're the type of person who enjoys a blend of drama and violence I think you'd love the show, because it is seriously a well thought out drama.

If you have any other TV shows on Netflix that you suggest feel free to leave the in the comments. Thanks for reading!


xx,






I'm really getting the hang of this blogging thing guys. I don't think that I've posted this many consecutive blog posts since I first created this blog, but I just want to prove to my readers and myself that I can and will prioritize this in my life because this is what I like to do. Anyway, I cannot believe that May is over. It seems like just yesterday I was stressing over which school I would attend in the fall, but I won't lie it feels good to put everything behind me and leave high school with a diploma in hand. May honestly caps off some of the busiest months in my life. March, April, and May tend to be super busy, but thankfully I managed to pull out only 9 things from this past month. 

1 | College Decision

I finally decided on where I'll attend college - Washington and Lee University. Not only did this college give me the Johnson scholarship which is the equivalent of a full ride, but it also gave me an opportunity to study journalism at a liberal arts institution. All and all it was a near perfect match for me and my educational needs. My only concern is the location, but hopefully, my summer immersion will give me a better chance of seeing the beauty of living in a small college town.

2 | Honors' Day


Call me a weirdo, but this is actually one of my favorite days of the year. Everyone gets dressed up and celebrates all of the great things students in our school have done. This one was extra bittersweet since it was Upper School Dean's last one and yet another senior last.

3 | AP Tests

This year I took a whopping 6 AP tests, and if you're calling me crazy I'd agree with you. For those who have taken APs I took enough to finish all of my stickers in the AP number booklet and require more. For those wondering, I took: AP Biology, AP English Literature, AP Statistics, AP Studio Art 2D, AP US Government, and AP Computer Science Principles. Despite the heavy workload I thoroughly enjoyed my classes and was happy I didn't take the year off. Let's pray for good results because I'd really like to get out of some of my college prereqs.

4 | Senior Dinner


My grade definitely never really grew super close even with it being our senior year, but senior dinner really helped change us for the better. We actually had a great time in each other's company and had a great time. I think this was honestly the first time that we had all been together outside of school, and I feel like I speak for the class when I say that was our mistake. We definitely shouldn't have waited so late, but better late than never.

5 | Graduation



This is the day I've been looking forward too for my entire "schooled" life. Looking back to some of my oldest journals I've seen it appear multiple times on wishlists. It's the day that most kids dream of because it truly is a catalyst for something more. I don't want to go too far into it here on this blog post though because I created a video and full write up in a different blog post which you can check out here, but I say all this to say that I'm grateful for my high school years and cannot wait to see what the future holds.

6 | W&L Summer Program

Washington and Lee University's AIM summer program was a major draw for me when I decided to attend the university. I couldn't wait to get a hang of the college life before college started and also get a start at finding potential mentors. Now that school is officially out I have exactly 1 week before I spend 5 weeks in Lexington, VA and I'm stoked. Let's just hope that I pack enough things for my dorm since it'll be my space for the next 5 weeks.

7 | New Guilty Pleasure


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This month, I finally decided to try out the show Lucifer. Now before anyone says anything, I will say that I probably had the same qualms as anyone else who heard about a TV show following the Devil. As a Christian that didn't sit well with me, since I definitely monitor what I choose to watch. Yet, I won't lie this show surprised me. It focuses more on a character misunderstood rather than an evil being. I also won't lie, I'm currently in the middle of season 3....after starting a week ago. Feel free to judge me because at this point I deserve it and honestly don't care because it's a great show.

8 | Sweet, Sweet, Summertime!

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This may sound crazy, but this is the first "true" break I've had since middle school. Between summer reading and wanting to get ahead on college supplements, my summers have always been chock full, yet now I have nearly 3 months to fill how I please. I will say that 5 weeks of my summer will be filled by the above summer program, but the rest will be left to me. I'm so excited to have a little more time to exercise and get back into prime-exercising-shape. I also can't wait to spend more time with my friends (both from my middle and high school years) and just recharge before college!

9 | Wisdom Teeth Extraction

Lastly, but certainly not least I got my wisdom teeth surgically removed this past week and it was about as fun as you may expect. Unlike the funny videos that litter YouTube I wasn't given laughing gas because my teeth were impacted meaning they would never break through the surface. Instead, I was put under anesthesia while the procedure was done. This may seem like an odd thing to include in a monthly wrap-up, but I don't remember ever seeing people who were put under for their wisdom teeth extractions and I want to be an example for others. It is a normal thing and with the right doctor it can run super smoothly. I won't lie I was super scared about the whole thing because one of my friends had a horrible experience that ended with her getting an infection, but thankfully everything went smoothly for me and I'm healing up nicely. What surprised me the most was how quickly I got over eating soup and ice cream. Ask any kid under 5 what they would love to eat every day and it's probably some sort of sweet like ice cream or cake, and I thought that I'd be okay with my diet being primarily soft sweet foods, but that grew old fast. Nobody really warns you about all the savory foods you'll wish you could eat after getting your wisdom teeth out, but let this be a warning to you now haha.

How was your May?


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