It recently came to my attention that I have not yet composed a post regarding the platform I use to convey the material on my blog, said platform being WordPress. I have been using WordPress for several years now, both with my own personal blog and further with various academic assignments. For one of my college courses … More WordPress
I was conversing with my mom a couple of days ago about the existence of subjectivity when it comes to marking the arts in an academic sense. I was explaining to her how frustrating it can be when a particular teacher or professor is not necessarily fond of how you present something and therefore gives … More The Subjectivity of the Arts in Academia
Beginning a blog can be a daunting task. With so many topic possibilities, and more blogs developing daily now than ever before, creating a blog can be intimidating and overwhelming. I created a post a while ago discussing the development of a blog, but this post is not intended to be a reiteration of the … More How To Start Your Own Niche Blog
Knowing which coffee blend best suits your palate can be a difficult designation. With so many brews, blends and roasts currently available, and arguably more developing in the future, the simple task of ordering a coffee can quickly become overwhelming. I thought I would create a post addressing the different types of roasts in hopes … More Know Your Roasts
It was recently recommended to myself and my fellow students by one of our teachers to begin the job application process early, following the completion of our post-secondary education. I have encountered this recommendation several times throughout my education, however, I convinced myself it was still too early and that job applications were not yet … More The Importance of Early Job Applications
Self-help books are not exactly what I would refer to as my genre of preference. I have nothing against them specifically, however, I would rather read a book with a with a tremendous storyline that has me gripping the pages in anticipation. I had heard about Mark Manson’s text The Subtle Art of Not Giving A … More Book Review: The Subtle Art of Not Giving A Fu*K: A Counterintuitive Approach To Living A Good Life
I consume an astronomical amount of bananas, and I truly mean that. I will not disclose just how many I eat on a regular day, simply to avoid being judged, but I will admit that it is an abnormal amount. That being said, bananas are packed with numerous health benefits that I would argue not … More Bananas for Bananas
Shopping for a bathing suit can be an incredibly daunting task, especially if you’re unsure of which type of suit best compliments your body type. Nowadays, there are more bathing suit options available than ever before, therefore having a thorough understanding of your body shape can be beneficial when it comes time to purchase a … More The Best Bathing Suits For Different Body Types
Washing your face daily is an effective way to keep your skin looking healthy and youthful. It can be difficult, however, to determine how to properly wash your face when you’re unsure of what skin type you have. There are five main categorizations of skin types – normal, dry, oily, and combination. If you’re one … More How to Wash Your Face According to Your Skin Type
The human body is a remarkable thing. It performs various functions within numerous systems, and despite the incredibility of these functions, the body itself can be rather odd, too. Here are some interesting facts regarding the human body, with this information coming from BSN Program. The brain itself does not actually feel any pain; rather, … More Weird Body Facts
I have never been particularly skilled with computers. I know how to use them, but I am not one to know how to do anything special or fancy with a computer. You can imagine how thrilled I was, therefore, to learn that one of my Public Relations courses would be Computer Applications, an introductory course … More iMovie
If you find yourself in a fair amount of discomfort after eating, it is arguable that you suffer from acid reflux, commonly referred to as heartburn. According to WebMD, the entrance of your stomach is guarded by a ring of muscle known as the lower esophageal sphincter and said ring typically closes after food passes … More What Is Acid Reflux?
I have been experiencing rather severe heartburn over the past few days, and because I did not have any antacids on-hand, I thought I would research how to achieve relief from acid reflux using common household ingredients. Several articles I came across recommended apple cider vinegar, and since we had some in our pantry, I decided … More Is Apple Cider Vinegar Worth the Hype?
My mom has always had a passion for relieving bodily ailments naturally whenever possible, and through her passion, she discovered oregano oil and its benefits, which I thank her for. If you’re unaware of what exactly oregano oil is, it is an essential oil that is extracted from oregano leaves. Organic Facts offers a lot … More What’s With Oregano Oil?
Within the past year or so, I have come to understand just how important networking is, specifically through my college education and meeting new individuals. It presents opportunities in both expected and unexpected ways, and depending on what you’re looking for your life in terms of opportunities, it can be incredibly beneficial. When I say … More The Importance of Networking
For a school project, a group of my classmates and I were asked to create a presentation about Sysomos, a social media analytical program. I thought I would use the information from this presentation to create a blog post in case anyone is interested in Sysomos and what it has to offer. Sysomos is a … More Sysomos: Social Media Analytics
For a class assignment in my Marketing and Research class, my friend and I were asked to compose a presentation regarding how to structure a proper written report for marketing research. I figured this is useful information for someone out there, so please feel free to read ahead! The Importance of Written Research One of … More How to Structure a Proper Written Report for Marketing Research
I came across an article via The New York Times the other evening titled “Farm Population Lowest Since 1850s.”Naturally intrigued, I began reading the article and was alarmed when I came across the following statistics: “An estimated 240,000 people left the land last year, dropping the nation’s farm population to its lowest level since before … More Where Did the Farmers Go?
For one of my public relations classes, I was asked to create a mock media release regarding the opening of a new sports and recreation facility in Calgary. The scenario is entirely fabricated, but I thought I would post the assignment in hopes of educating others about what a media/news/press release consists of. The knowledge … More Media/News/Press Releases
Scrolling through YouTube the other evening, I stumbled across a channel titled Brave Wilderness. This channel features Coyote Peterson (Nathaniel Peterson), a wildlife educator who seeks out the world’s most dangerous creatures and willingly allows himself to be subject to the stings and bites of dangerous animals and insects. At first, I thought this … More Coyote Peterson/Brave Wilderness
Life, more often than not, tends to throw curveballs our way. Things happen that are completely unexpected, plans get rearranged, and something you may have perceived to be absolute at one point becomes completely arbitrary. It can be tremendously frustrating and can prompt feelings of unease and stress, therefore knowing how to adapt and adjust in … More The Importance of Adjustability
Mental illness is a prevalent occurrence in contemporary society, yet many myths regarding this type of illness exist and allow persons to be entirely inaccurate in their perceptions of what this type of illness consists of. According to mendthemind.com, some of the most common myths regarding mental illness include: Mental illness does not impact children … More Myths About Mental Illness
Looking back, I can say with complete honesty that my years in university were some of the most rewarding experiences of my life. I graduated with an Honors Degree in English Language and Literature, minoring in Women and Gender studies, and I am currently completing a one-year graduate certificate program in college, there in which … More How To Make The Most Out Of Your Last Year Of College
Coffee is, for me personally, a rather absolute necessity in my everyday life. I am aware of the fact that I arguably consume too much coffee in a day, and I have done so for a long time. I began drinking coffee when I was around fourteen or fifteen, and I have been hooked ever since. … More How Much Coffee Is Too Much?
Karen Carpenter was an American singer and further drummer, her instrumental talents being a key component of the duo she formed with her brother, Richard, known as The Carpenters. She was born in March of 1950 and passed away in February of 1983, making her a mere thirty-two years of age when she died. Karen … More Profile: Karen Carpenter
The third week of the 2017 Ontario College strike is coming to a close, yet the strike prevails. I read numerous reports stating that the two parties involved with the strike met on both Thursday and Friday of this past week, however, no updates regarding the further duration of the strike have been released. At … More The 2017 Ontario College Strike – #2
I would argue that you are familiar with the strike that is currently happening across Ontario colleges. The strike began last Sunday evening, and no resolution in regards to the strike has been achieved as of yet. I am currently off for the week due to my college’s scheduled reading week, however, there is talk … More The 2017 Ontario College Strike
My dad and uncle are chicken farmers, and together they raise chickens for Maple Lodge, a poultry company affiliated with the Chicken Farmers of Ontario (CFO). I chose to focus one of my school assignments on the CFO, and after doing extensive research and learning about the company, I thought I would share my findings … More The Chicken Farmers of Ontario
I hate mentioned before that I am absolutely fascinated by the paranormal and further the supernatural, therefore I view a lot of films and documentary that address these topics. I was watching a series on Netflix titled Paranormal Survivor (which I reviewed in a previous post) and in this particular episode a woman was possessed … More The Concept of Exorcisms
On Saturday evening I viewed a documentary film with my parents titled Sugar Coated. Michèle Hozer’s efforts as the director, editor, and producer of the film allowed for Sugar Coated to win the CSA Donald Britain Award for Best Social/Political Documentary in 2016, and for good reason; the film probes the question as to whether or … More Sugar Coated: An Alarming Documentary
