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I feel as though I’ve been on a heck of a tear in regard to the subject matter for these last few posts; I am well aware that I’ve been discussing injuries, muscle soreness and pain relief for a few consecutive days, but hear me out. If you follow my blog to any extent you’re … More What’s your go-to muscle relief?
In accordance with my observations thus far, Chinese food is a cuisine that quite literally appeals to just about everyone. I should clarify that when I say Chinese food, I’m referring to the Northern American version of it as opposed to authentic Chinese food; whether it be chicken balls, fried rice, egg rolls, or chow … More How about some Steak Fried Rice for dinner tonight?
In the context of physical activity, pulled and sore muscles are almost inevitable. Perhaps we failed to warm up properly before going a little too hard in practice; maybe we added more weight to our deadlift. Regardless of the reasoning behind strained muscles, anyone who has experienced the discomfort can attest to how irritating it … More Sore muscles? Read this
Motivation is a bit of a fickle concept when you delve into its intricacies. It’s something we all understand to be positive, and certainly an advantageous trait to possess, and despite our best intention to keep the fire lit and maintain the motivation, slipping up and falling off the wagon is a lot easier than … More Finding Your Fire: A How-To Guide
Like I said in yesterday’s post, issues with ribs are anything but pleasant. The biggest issue with rib injuries and their associated pain is the fact that we use our ribs and their related muscles and tendons a hell of a lot more than we realize throughout a given day; once a rib, or several … More Slipped Rib Syndrome: what you should know
Anyone who has ever injured their ribs can attest to just how miserable rib injuries are. Whether you’ve broken them, cracked them, dislocated them or torn the cartilage around them, any rib-related injury is very painful, and there isn’t a whole lot you can do for these types of injuries, either. I’ve had issues with … More Are you familiar with Slipping Rib Syndrome?
To the best of my recollection, I’ve written a couple of posts already detailing the game known as This or That. In case you missed these past posts, This or That is a question game that provides players with two options regarding a certain matter, and they must pick one choice or the other. It … More Let’s play This or That
When it comes to breakfast, I’m most certainly game; I, like most people, I imagine, love breakfast foods, and I have no issue eating foods that are normally associated with breakfast for other meals throughout the day. My husband and I love having breaky for dinner, and while we both thoroughly enjoy our typical fried … More Let’s make breakfast burgers
When it comes to steak, I think most of us have a preference of some sort. Whether it be its ‘doneness’, spices used for a rub, the type of grill you use or the cut of the steaks themselves, we all have our preferences, and there is nothing wrong with that. I’m a bit odd … More How do you dress your steak?
I have always absolutely loved Asian cuisine and the incredible flavours that are often incorporated into dishes. There is something so deeply satisfying about indulging in a meal in which you can actually taste the freshness and quality of the ingredients, and Asian cuisine is no exception to this experience. Asian cuisine may be perceived … More Serve this grilled shrimp and noodle salad at your next dinner party
Allow me to acknowledge right here and now that I am not a professional in the context of warding off evil. I am not a paranormal investigator, nor am I certified with any sort of qualification in terms of the supernatural realm; rather, I find these realms incredibly interesting and have educated myself on matters … More Protecting yourself from evil: a how-to guide
When I took a package of bacon out of my freezer to thaw a couple of days ago, I wasn’t entirely certain, at the time, what I was going to do with it. Obviously, my plan was to consume said bacon, but I hadn’t yet determined how I was going to prepare the bacon, and … More Let’s make Lauren’s bacon pasta
In today’s economy, I feel as though more people than not are searching for new and innovative ways to earn a few extra bucks. The cost of living here in Canada, at least, continues to escalate, and without an increase in pay in a personal sense, financial situations can get a wee bit hairy. Struggling … More Here are some easy ways to make some extra money
I wrote a post a while ago discussing Native soap and my honest opinion of it. If you didn’t read it, not to worry; I absolutely love the stuff, and not only because it smells so heavenly. The only reason I decided to purchase some was because it was on sale – that is what … More Looking for some better-quality soap? Read this
The concepts of sales and salesmanship are ones that have intrigued me for many years now. When I was finishing up high school, I wasn’t entirely sure of what I wanted to study in university, and sales was recommended to me by a number of people, one such person being my guidance counsellor at the … More If you’re in sales, read this
Mocktails seem to be gaining some much-deserved attention as of late. In case you’re unfamiliar with the term, mocktail refers to an alcohol-free version of the common cocktail, and you can be pretty creative with their variations. Mocktails are a fantastic option for people who don’t drink alcohol, and with warmer weather approaching, I thought … More Let’s make some mocktails
Essay writing is a concept of writing that more people than not struggle to comprehend. In essence, the prospect of composing an essay doesn’t sound all too difficult; you’re required to select a topic, formulate an argument around that topic (assuming you’re writing an argumentative essay), and use your paper as a means to convince … More Writing an essay? Read this
A few days ago, I was fortunate enough to meet a friend for coffee who I don’t have the pleasure of seeing nearly as often as I would like. She and I have known each other our entire lives and grew up together; she is actually the reason I started playing rugby, and that is … More Have you visited Pies and Tarts from the Heart?
When it comes to pizza, my husband is a bit of a critic. I honestly have no doubt in my mind that, if he were ever faced with a situation in which he was required to give his life for a solid slab, he would; this man could eat pizza three meals a day for … More Here’s why Robby’s Pizza and Wings should be your go-to pizza spot
When it comes to fashion, I have no shame in admitting that I’m not as up-to-speed on current trends and themes as I might like to be. I’ve always had an interest in fashion; when I was younger, I was obsessed with the television series America’s Next Top Model, and I remember being positively enthralled … More What’s your style?
When it comes to cooking, the fewer dishes required, the better. I’ve conversed with a few different folks about how frustrating it is to consider how long it takes to prep and cook a meal, then clean up, versus how long it takes to actually consume it, and the realization is a wee bit disheartening … More How about a Pierogi and Kielbasa Sheet Pan Dinner for supper tonight?
I would wager that the prospect of hobbies and interests is one that has an allure to most of us. The notion of an activity tailored to our own passions must be one we would enjoy doing, as often is the case in the context of hobbies, yet most of us can probably relate to … More Need a hobby? Read this
When it comes to driving, kids who were raised on farms arguably have an advantage. It’s basically a right of passage, while being a child living on a farm, to learn how to drive well before the legal age; I’m not making reference to operating vehicles on roadways, but rather, out in large, open fields, … More How’s your driving?
Fast food and I have what I like to call a delayed relationship. Growing up, my mom tried her best to keep my sister and me away from fast food because it isn’t necessarily the healthiest, and while I can appreciate my mom’s intentions, I still felt a bit deprived of fast food when I … More Fast Food apps: Are they worth using?
I mentioned in yesterday’s post that my love and admiration for manatees stems from when I was a child, and I wasn’t lying. After writing yesterday’s post, I was inspired to see if I could locate a manatee stuffed animal I got when I was about ten from Epcot in Disney World. I can remember … More How well do you know manatees? (part two)
When it comes to owning a dog, there are a few key things to establish prior to actually getting a dog in tangible form. Where you live, the size of your home and/or yard, your lifestyle, your job, your living situation (meaning if you live alone or with others), and your finances are a few … More Here’s how to pick the perfect pup for you
I’ve loved manatees ever since I was a child, and now, in my adulthood years, my love for them hasn’t wavered in the slightest. I find them positively adorable, and I think part of the reason I’ve grown to appreciate them as much as I do is because of hearing stories from my parents about … More How much do you know about manatees?
The concept of film really is a wonderful one, in my opinion. To consider the time, effort, money, and special skills required to create a movie is astounding, really, depending on what sorts of film you’re into, and I do have a significant level of respect for filmmakers and all of the individuals who work … More What movie scene changed your life?
I don’t share too many soup recipes here on my blog, and it is not because I don’t like soup. I fucking love soup for many reasons, some being its versatility, convenience, heartiness, and the idea it combines all of the food groups in one bowl for a one-dish meal. Evidently, I have no bad … More How about a bowl of some Chicken Tortellini Soup?
Sleep is something that is absolutely relevant to all of us as human beings, as we are more than likely aware, yet it seems to be something that more of us than not have trouble with. I don’t think I’ve ever met someone who, at some point or another in life, hasn’t had some issues … More This small change could make a big difference in your sleep
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