Hi, I'm Alyssa.

If you are also a reader, or if you're just a curious gus, here's what I've been reading recently (at the risk of being cringey):

Mistakes Were Made by Meryl Wilsner - Finished October 16th, 2025
Sunburn by Chloe Michelle Howarth - Finished October 13th, 2025
All This Could Be Different by Sarah Thankam Mathews - Finished August 15th, 2025

Can you tell I've been trying to read more sapphic fiction? 😅

Call of Duty
Started with Call of Duty: World War II, played through the series as it released, but now I’m patiently waiting for BO7 to release so I can lock back in.

Minecraft
Yes, I have my 2-week-Minecraft-Phase like everyone else, but I tend to have it many times a year. I love this game, but FUN FACT: I have never officially beaten the game!

Fortnite
I would be embarrassed to be an avid Fortnite player, but it’s just too much fun! The strategy and thought behind the game and the flow keeps me coming back. That and the thousands I’ve surely spent over the years 😅

Stardew Valley
Oh, farming games, how I love you so… I’m married to Emily - hate on me if you must. She’s just so cool! I love this game. Have not completed it though! 

Pokémon
I played the games as a kiddo, so I’ll always have a soft spot for them. My brother and I used to get the complimentary games, which was always fun. I took a hiatus, but came back to them this year and am now enjoying the new Legends: ZA game that just came out!

I joked earlier that I have great musical taste, but that's how most people probably feel about themsselves. I love what I listen to, but we could be totally different! Here's my top artists, as I would define them:

Remi Wolf
Insane, brilliant, very complex, and interesting musicality with this one. Incredibly jammy, Remi Wolf creates music that sometimes make you wonder, "Do I like this? Or is it just super weird and I'm too intruiged to stop?" I, obviously, have gotten over that bump in listening - I love Remi's music.
Some of my favorite songs (from most recent to not):
Cinderella
Toro
Sexy Villian
Buzz Me In
Liz
Hello Helo Hello
Disco Man

The Japanese House
I have been a fan of The Japanese House for a very long time. They released their music in 4 song EPs for the first 4 albums, which had very distinct styles and vibes. I love them all. Now, after a few full albums, they've really settled into their sound, I believe. Indie, very layered instrumentals behind her usually sad lyrics, but she's more recently found love and has been writting more happy music.
Some of my favorite songs (from most recent to not):
Boyhood
Friends
Sunshine Baby
Maybe You're the Reason
Worms
Count to Nine
Swim Against the Tide

The 1975
Yes, I'm one of the people who listen to The 1975. Do I like the main singer? No. But is there a deep, deep tie to this band because I started listening to them in my adolecense? Abolutely. Their music crosses so many genres, it's hard to describe. Full, rich sound with either narcissistic, political, or regrettful lyrics make The 1975 songs very memorable. They have MANY songs that are just absolute bangers.
Some of my favorite songs (from most recent to not):
I'm In Love With You
Wintering
Me & You Together Song
If You're Too Shy (Let Me Know)
Sincerity Is Scary
UGH!
Heart Out