Irby’s essays often touch on her struggles with body image and self-acceptance. She humorously critiques societal expectations and shares her journey towards embracing her own body, flaws and all. This theme resonates with many readers who have faced similar challenges.

Moving from a bustling city to a quieter town, Irby explores the adjustments and unexpected challenges that come with significant life changes. Her reflections on adapting to new environments and roles are both insightful and entertaining, highlighting the resilience required to navigate life's twists and turns.

Irby’s ability to find humor in the mundane and often frustrating aspects of daily life is a central theme. Whether it’s dealing with minor inconveniences or more significant life events, her comedic take on these experiences encourages readers to find laughter in their own lives, no matter the circumstances.