My sister is the owner and operator of Earthly Delights, a business she describes to be “… a passion project that I began 5 years ago. While in university, I began my small-scale vegetable stand as a secondary means of income. I began to fall in love with growing my own produce, harvesting it and … More The Challenges of Running A Small Business
Desi Perkins, a Youtuber specializing in makeup, recently posted a video in which she discusses the struggles she and her husband have been facing for several years in their desire to start a family. She has mentioned in previous videos that after years of trying, she and Steven, her husband, did conceive, however she miscarried and … More Why You Need To Stop Asking If Someone Is Pregnant
My sister shared the following photo on Facebook a few days ago, and the contents of this image really got me thinking. Posted by the National Farmers Union, this image is a disturbing reminder to consumers of just how imbalanced the profit farmers earn for the goods they produce is. Granted, the National Farmers Union … More What Do Farmers Really Make?
A colleague of mine is an absolute wizard when it comes to essential oils. She knows the benefits of just about every type of essential oil, for example, what to use them for or what not to use them for, and she actually makes bracelets infused with a variety of essential oils. Check out her … More Peppermint Essential Oil Vs. Inflammation
I was recently talking to someone who happens to be quite knowledgeable about essential oils and their beneficial properties, and our conversation prompted me to do some research regarding how essential oils can help to combat acne. This information comes from Bustle, and I found the article to be quite informative. Tea Tree Oil: You’ve … More Essential Oils for Acne?
Directed and written by Gerard Barrett, Brain On Fire is a 2016 American-Canadian-Irish biographical drama, depicting the true story of Susannah Calahan. Based on Calahan’s memoir, Brain On Fire: My Month of Madness, the film starts Chole Graze Mortez as Susannah. This movie was recently added to Netflix, and after finding the movie to be so inspiring, I wanted … More Film Review: Brain On Fire
A couple of days ago I had a heart-to-heart conversation with someone close to me about the amount of judgment that exists in contemporary society regarding plus-size individuals. The stigma surrounding overweight people has always bothered me, but the conversation I had with someone I love who happens to be a victim to this stigma … More Why Someone Else’s Weight Is None of Your Business
With the current onslaught of boiling temperatures wreaking havoc across Southern Ontario as of late, what better time to dedicate a post to heatstroke and the ability to recognize the signs and symptoms of this condition. Heatstroke really is no joke, and for those of us who work outside in temperatures this extreme, it’s crucial … More ‘Do I Have Heatstroke?’
Every year throughout the first week in July, the city of Brantford, Ontario, is host to the International Villages Festival. Brantford is the only city to offer the International Villages Festival in the province of Ontario, and it is a wonderful way to permit individuals to experience different cultures they likely would not otherwise. The … More Brantford’s International Villages Festival
An article by Irina Ivanova titled “Farmers are Killing Themselves In Staggering Numbers” caught my attention the other day when it appeared in my Facebook newsfeed, unfortunately for the wrong reasons. I was aware that mental illness and suicide is prevalent in the farming community, but this article allowed me to recognize just how severe … More Suicide Amongst Farmers
I recently viewed a PETA video, narrated by Kat Graham, depicting the horrid condition of several hen barns in British Columbia. Unkept, inhumane, and blatantly unacceptable, the barns that were featured in this video are a poor example of how farming occurs in Canada. I am completely and entirely against animal cruelty in any way, … More How Reliable is PETA?
A dew days ago I had the privilege of returning to Niagara College (Welland campus) to attend convocation with my wonderful Public Relations colleagues. The day really was lovely, and it was especially fantastic to see my friends once again as we haven’t seen one another since classes ended in April. The ceremony itself was … More Niagara College Convocation 2018
Keto, or the Keto Diet, is a term I am beginning to hear more and more frequently. Unsure of what exactly this diet consists of, I decided to do some research. In simplest terms, a Keto Diet involves a low carb meal plan. A low-carb diet encourages the body to produce ketones within the liver, … More What’s All the Fuss About Keto?
In the simplest terms, responding to the question that titles this post, no, they don’t. If you’ve been following my blog for a while now, you’re likely aware that I am an advocate for educating individuals about eating disorders and the consequences they leave in their wake long after they’ve ‘passed.’ I struggled with an … More Do Eating Disorders Ever Fully Go Away?
It is perhaps somewhat hypocritical of me to compose a blog post discussing the act of meal-prepping considering I have never meal-prepped myself, but after speaking with some people who do and reading up on it, I thought it may be useful for people who do meal-prep to read about some tips and tricks I … More Tips For Meal-Prepping
Environmental awareness has never been more of a priority in society than it is today, and with good reason. Global warming is a serious issue that is becoming more and more prevalent yearly, hence why it is useful to be knowledgeable as to how you can reduce your carbon footprint and produce less waste. These … More Here’s How To Be Less Wasteful
There are few things more irritating than growing your nails out only to have one break off slightly before they’re at the peak of their growing career. You try and hold off on cutting them, but after two or three nails have bit the dust, you decide it’s time to pull out the clippers and … More Here’s How Your Nails and Your Overall Health Are Connected
News broke on June 5th that Kate Spade, an American fashion designer and incredibly successful businesswoman, was found dead in her home after committing suicide. Spade was 55 years of age and leaves behind her husband, Andy Spade, and her daughter, Frances. Spade was the former co-owner of the designer brand, Kate Spade New York, … More Why Kate Spade’s Suicide Is A Crucial Example of Mental Health Awareness
Father’s Day is fast approaching, and like any day that is intended to celebrate your parents, it can be difficult to come up with a gift idea that reflects the love and appreciation you have for them. That being said, the perfect gift for Dad doesn’t need to cost you an arm and a leg. … More DIY Father’s Day Gifts
This post comes from a blog post I wrote for CAA Niagara when I was interning there in April. I realize the subject matter of this post is affiliated with Christmastime, but it really is a great story. Enjoy! “What is it about Paris, France, during Christmastime that is so magical? Is it the whimsical … More Why Travel Insurance Is Always A Good Idea
It’s arguable that you’ve detected my passion for agriculture and supporting farmers, therefore it should come as no surprise that I advocate for the website Ontario Farm Fresh. Ontario Farm Fresh is essentially a website that provides information about farmers and their farms in Ontario, encouraging site visitors to visit them and in turn buy … More Ontario Farm Fresh
I thought I would do a bit of research and explore some interesting facts about Canada. I was surprised by quite a few of these facts, and perhaps you will gain a better understanding of this country, as I did, by reading these facts about Canada. Canada is the second-largest country on Earth Its Capital … More How Well Do You Know Canada?
As of late, I have become rather obsessed with watching HGTV. I really can’t explain why all of a sudden I have become so interested in home renovation shows, but I have, and I am not hating it. In particular, I thoroughly enjoy watching Fixer Upper. Joanna and Chip Gaines are such a charming, lovely … More HGTV
Time-saving, efficiency-producing hacks really can make a world of difference in everyday life, depending what they are. Often times, hacks that are introduced to us seem obvious and understandable, yet it can be difficult to spot these hacks for ourselves sometimes. These hacks come from lifehacks and will arguably make your life a little easier, in one way … More Life Hacks
Having been a student in post-secondary education for five years, I was unsure as to how the transition into a full-time job immediately after concluding my studies would be. I was fortunate enough to enter a full-time Account Coordinator position at a Public Relations agency two weeks after finishing my post-graduate program, and I wanted … More Transitioning From Academia to the Workplace
As of late, I have taken a liking to exploring some DIY crafts and projects via Pinterest. I find DIY crafts to be so intriguing because they allow someone to explore their creative side and create something wonderful in the process. I have a couple of friends who are quite invested with DIY home decor and … More The Benefits of DIY Projects
During my internship with CAA Niagara, I was asked to write a blog post discussing car seat safety and what parents need to know prior to purchasing one. The post, from the CAA Niagara blog, is as follows: “Car seats are an absolute necessity when ensuring the safety of your child, yet according to Transport … More Car Seat Safety
A couple of nights ago I was alarmed to receive an email from Facebook informing me that someone using the email “laurenarva@hotmail.com” was attempting to change my Facebook password in Baghdad. I immediately followed the steps to re-secure my account through Facebook as instructed, though encountered yet another email the following morning. Someone in Baghdad … More Have You Been Hacked?
For a blog post I did during my internship with CAA Niagara, I interviewed an employee from the Thorold branch about her experience with the Rocky Mountaineer train excursion. “When most people imagine a vacation destination, Canada doesn’t usually come to mind. White sandy beaches and palm trees swaying lazily in a Caribbean breeze are … More Explore Canada This Summer
With the sun becoming increasingly hotter as a result of global warming, sunburns are unfortunately becoming more prevalent throughout the summer months. I recently became victim to a painful burn, and after doing some research, I came across some natural, at-home remedies for sunburns that may be useful to you or someone you know. MedicineNet.com offers … More At-Home Sunburn Remedies
