Madie Leon Riley

Writer. Photographer. Austin blogger.

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  • Thoughts: It’s time to leave it behind.

    Thoughts: It’s time to leave it behind.

    I’ve spent a lot of time in mourning for what I’ve come to call my lost years. This week I’m leaving it behind, and here’s why you should, too.

    July 23, 2018
    Thoughts
    closure, Depression, gratitude, grief, grieving, hope, mourning, moving forward, positivity, thankfulness, Thoughts
  • A Quick Hello to the new My Invalid Life Users

    A Quick Hello to the new My Invalid Life Users

    A quick hello to the new users and some fun facts

    July 21, 2018
    Thoughts
    about, About me, Austin blogger, Lifestyle blog, myinvalidlife
  • ATX Life: River Place Nature Trail

    ATX Life: River Place Nature Trail

    River Place Nature Trail  4998 River Place Blvd Austin, TX 78730 Shaded Throughout Tucked into the River Place neighborhood in the northwest hills of Austin, this shaded area is a gorgeous slice of hill country that stays relatively cool in the summer. Highest Elevation Change This trail is not for the faint of heart or…

    July 17, 2018
    Adventures, ATX Life
    ATX Life, atxlife, austin, city hikes, day hikes, hike, hiking, nature trails, trail
  • TV Review: 4 Nerdy Fandoms you should totally give into.

    TV Review: 4 Nerdy Fandoms you should totally give into.

    I grew up thinking sci-fi and fantasy were for people who weren’t like me. Here’s a starter pack of shows that changed my mind.

    July 12, 2018
    Reviews, TV Reviews
    fandoms, fantasy, nerd culture, nerds, Reviews, science fiction, scifi, tv
  • Thoughts: It’s never too late to begin again

    Thoughts: It’s never too late to begin again

    If you feel stuck in a life you didn’t want, inertia may tell you to just push through. I’m telling you stop! It’s never too late to change your life.

    July 9, 2018
    Thoughts
    advice, change, life, mental health, Thoughts
  • TV Review: Hannah Gadsby, Nanette

    TV Review: Hannah Gadsby, Nanette

    Review of the overwhelmingly emotional and poignant comedy hour by Hannah Gadsby, Nanette. Available on Netflix.

    June 30, 2018
    TV Reviews
    comedy, hannah gadsby, nanette, Reviews, tv review
  • ATX Life: The Barrel Room

    ATX Life: The Barrel Room

    Tucked into the back of the Oasis plaza is the cocktail room for the OXTBC. Reasonable prices and great views worth the trip.

    June 29, 2018
    ATX Life
    atx, atxlife, bars, breweries, brewery, cocktails, places, restaurant reviews
  • Invalid Lives: Bethany Summersizzle

    Invalid Lives: Bethany Summersizzle

    “Everyone at some point in their life has felt like it was falling apart, but I’m still here.”

    June 25, 2018
    ATX Life
    about, austin women, austinwomen, invalid lives, people, profile
  • ATX Life: Sweetish Hill Bakery

    ATX Life: Sweetish Hill Bakery

    Nestled into the shops of West Sixth Street is Sweetish Hill Bakery – a perfect spot for homemade foods and local fare.

    June 15, 2018
    ATX Life
    atx, atxlife, austin, bakeries, breakfast spots, places, restaurants
  • ATX Life: Counter Cafe

    ATX Life: Counter Cafe

    Counter Cafe is Austin’s best choice for classic diner fare in a clean, less greasy atmosphere. Check out the post for more information

    June 11, 2018
    ATX Life
    512eats, atxlife, breakfast, breakfast spots, diners, places, restaurant review, restaurants
  • Thoughts: The right one is worth all the heart break.

    Thoughts: The right one is worth all the heart break.

    I got my heart broken for my entire life until I met the guy who became my husband. Read my I’m okay with that and you should be, too.

    June 10, 2018
    Thoughts
    About me, love, relationship advice, romance, Thoughts
  • Thoughts: Suicide doesn’t happen overnight.

    Thoughts: Suicide doesn’t happen overnight.

    Suicide is a process – not an automatic adaptation to circumstances. We as support groups and strugglers can undo those processes that allow for suicide.

    June 9, 2018
    Thoughts
    depression awareness, mental health, Mental health awareness, suicide, suicide prevention
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