Hi, my name is Katie, and this year I…proceeds to insert an accomplishment printed on a stick, which you then put on a celebratory end-of-the-year cake. Don’t forget that you will be filming yourself for social media. You’ve seen this trend on TikTok and Instagram where someone films themselves with a celebratory 2026 cake and…
It’s all coming back to me now (que the dramatic Celine Dion music)
Who doesn’t love a Celine Dion power ballad? The power of the lyrics, the strength of her vocals, and, of course, the feeling you get belting out her hits in your car at the top of your lungs. It becomes even more memorable when you pull up next to a car doing this and make…
A Pine Tree Perspective
I had a big bay window looking out into the street and to my old high school. I could look outside and see people walking, cars passing by and the pine trees that gave UCC the infamous nickname “The Pines” everyday while laying in my hospital bed. Memories would fade in and out about high…
When Silver Linings Have Lost Their Sparkle
One thing about having a creative right side of your brain is that your flashbacks are impeccably detailed, down to the types of species on the floor tile. This added bonus makes reliving your dreaded moments even more painful as you vividly place yourself back in the moment of one of your most vulnerable chapters….
A Tale of a Broken Body
A tale of a broken body? Part 1: It’s funny how things align in life. If past experiences were not felt, how would significant life chapters end up? If you had not gone through a traumatic, character building experience, would that affect the outcome of how you handle another? If you’re a TikTok doom scroller…
NOW AVAILABLE!
I am thrilled to announce that my book has been officially published! This has been quite a journey. Many tears and tireless nights but it’s one of the proudest accomplishments and projects that I’ve ever produced. If you’ve been following my story on my blog, this is an even more detailed extension of my story…
Planning and Anticipating
We wanted to start a family for a very long time. It took a little bit of time but we finally discovered we were pregnant. We were over the moon with excitement. After 2 long years of chaotic, uncertainty, we have been able to transition into the next chapter of our lives. For the first…
And Just Like That, The Start Of A New Chapter
We have waited for this day for a long time now. It was absolutely surreal when we first found out and after seeing the first picture, it has been an overwhelming feeling of loving emotions. These past few years have been a learning experience and a journey to find out how strong we can be. It…
From One Migraine Sufferer To The Next
I have hemiplegic migraines. That’s right, I Kate (Zimmer) Vilaranda am a migraine sufferer and I don’t care who knows nor do I care what they think. Phew, that only took about 25 years to say with meaning. You see, for a long time I did care what people thought – A LOT. What if…
Just Put One Foot In Front Of The Other
Getting out my running shoes.
A Broken Brain Story 