Curling hair is, to some, a rather daunting task. It is perceived as a time-consuming and frustrating duty that fails to consistently produce desired results, and I would argue that a lot of persons refraining from curling their hair because of this perception. This does not have to be the case, however. Allow me to shed … More A Beginner’s Guide to Curling Hair
Canada has, for the most part, a positive reputation in a global context. It is assumed that we commute via camels and polar bears, guzzle maple syrup by the gallon and reside in igloos, and while this information is certainly not widely applicable it is what Canadians are associated with. Aside from our affiliation with … More The 3 Most Haunted Locations in Canada
Feminine issues are not exactly a preferred topic of conversation. They can be awkward to converse about and furthermore confusing to understand, therefore I figured I would create a post describing one issue in particular to provide some insight. UTI stands for Urinary Tract Infection, and it sounds as unpleasant as it is. It consists … More UTI’s: What You Need to Know
I would argue that it would be challenging to encounter an individual who dislikes avocado. Not impossible, but certainly difficult. Avocado is such an incredibly versatile fruit and can be added to a multitude of dishes to add an elevated boost of flavour and furthermore texture. Its creamy consistency tastes superb on bread, many types … More The Many Uses of Avocado
Yesterday evening I went to theatres to see the film Get Out with a couple of friends. I did a little bit of research regarding the film and what exactly the plot was prior to viewing it, and in doing so I learned that it has received tremendous reviews, therefore I was looking forward to … More Film Review: Get Out
Considering the 2017 Academy Awards occurred on Sunday evening, I felt as though it would be beneficial to explore the severity of the wage gap and the prevalence of sexism in Hollywood. I composed a former post describing the extent to which the wage gap impacts female athletes in professional sports and wanted to pursue … More Sexism and the Wage Gap in Hollywood
As my two beloved dogs, Sam and Jake, get older, I find myself thinking about whether or not they have had exposure to a content and loving life. I was inspired to do some research regarding specific criteria as to how to properly care for a dog, and the following recommendations come from humane society.org. … More How to Raise and Care for a Happy Dog
Being in the final semester of my university education has encouraged me to recognize how strongly young individuals in contemporary society are pressured to attend a university institution. While I acknowledge that this pressure is likely a result of a the rising competition existing within the job market, it does not mean that it is … More The Pressure to Attend University
February 14th is annually celebrated as a day of love. It is a date dedicated to expressing and embracing the love of another individual, however I personally find Valentine’s Day problematic for several different reasons. Firstly, Valentines Day is adapted to conform to the socially normalized heterosexual relationship. It is so, so rare to see … More Valentine’s Day
The 2017 Grammy Awards took place on Monday evening. The show certainly did not disappoint, and some of the acceptance speeches and performances were of the most significant to date due to their subject matter, specifically referencing equality, inclusion and failure to abide by discriminatory political decisions. The following is a list of Grammy winners, … More The 2017 Grammy Awards
I am currently enrolled in an English course that specifically focuses on the works of Geoffrey Chaucer, particularly The Canterbury Tales. Chaucer is a widely recognized English writer who lived in England during the Middle Ages, and examining his literature has allowed me to gain a better understanding of how men and women were perceived in … More The Hypersexualization of Males in The Middle Ages
Blood clots are a medical occurrence that can strike when least expected. I wanted to compose a post discussing blood clots and symptoms they often pose in order to generate some awareness of this type of bodily mass. What is a blood clot? It’s basically a mass of blood that alters from a liquid to … More Blood Clots: What You Need to Know
I am currently reading and learning about the figure known as Jack the Ripper in my English class regarding the history of early London, England, and prior to taking this class I failed to possess a lot of knowledge about the legend. After reading several texts describing his gruesome murders of female prostitutes I wanted … More The Legend of Jack the Ripper
So often I come across criticism on social media issued towards highly recognized public figures who fail to use their platform to advocate for the injustices of certain political issues. The choice to use one’s platform to generate awareness of political injustices is arguably personal, however I will admit that when celebrities use their fame … More The Positive Impact of Celebrities Using Their Public Platforms To Advocate For Political Injustices
Last Friday evening, recently elected president Donald Trump signed an executive order preventing refugees from entering America for the next one hundred and twenty days and furthermore preventing immigrants from Iran, Syria, Sudan, Libya, Yemen and Somalia from entering America for the next three months. The following information is outlined on CNNPolitics.com: Trump’s signing provoked … More Donald Trump’s Muslim Ban
Snoring seems to be a frequent topic of conversation in my home. My dad is a major snorer and could arguably wake a bear from hibernation with the decibels of some of his grunts whilst asleep. So, what is snoring? In simple terms, snoring occurs when air is unable to move freely throughout the nose … More Why Do We Snore?
I am a completely and totally devoted coffee drinker. I will be honest and admit that I arguably consume more coffee in a day than what is considered to be reasonable or furthermore healthy, but I simply cannot go without it. Coffee is an absolute necessity in my diet and I do not plan on … More Why You Need More Tea In Your Life
The protests that occurred one day after president Donald Trump was inaugurated into political office in the United States were the largest female-based and most peaceful protests in American history, according to Independent.co.uk.com. One in every one hundred American citizens participated in the protests that took place within Los Angeles, Washington D.C., New York, Chicago and Seattle … More The 2017 Women’s March Against Donald Trump
Presidential inaugurations are taken rather seriously in the United States. The affair draws thousands of spectators and highly recognized figures in popular culture to witness the recently elected presidential candidate’s earliest hours in office, though considering the sole purpose of the event is to simply inaugurate the new president, I have to question why the … More The Cost of the United States Presidential Inauguration
It is arguably common knowledge that men, in a majority of professions, receive a higher salary than their female co-workers. In the United States, women typically earn 78% of what males in the same profession earn, and the severity of the wage gap in terms of professional athletics requires acknowledgement and furthermore thorough consideration in order to … More The Severity of the Wage Gap Between Male and Female Athletes
My sister and I had a conversation a while ago regarding incorrect body stereotypes and their prevalence in popular culture. It is arguable that a majority of persons acknowledge that portrayals of most men and women in media are inaccurate in the sense that their bodies are either lacking any body fat or are incredibly muscular, … More Recognizing Inaccurate Body Stereotypes in Popular Culture
I am taking a creative writing course and yesterday the conversation in the classroom addressed the subjectivity of language. Subjectivity may be defined as a concept that is open to interpretation and can be contested, for example existentialism, whereas objectivity may be defined as a concept that is concrete in its nature and cannot be … More The Subjectivity of Language
I learned several days ago that Ty Pozzobon, a professional bull rider from British Columbia, Canada, committed suicide at the mere age of twenty-five. Ty’s mother, Leanne, gave a public statement shortly after his body was found inside his Merritt, B.C. home: “It’s important that people know about the implications of head injures as the result … More The Suicide of Ty Pozzobon
With his position as president of the United States coming to an end, I wanted to compose a post addressing Barack Obama in order to celebrate his position in The White House before Trump begins his first term. Barack Hussein Obama II was born on the fourth of August in the year of 1961. He was born … More Profile: Barack Obama
I think it is fair to assume that a majority of individuals enrolled in college or university have been bombarded with the question, “So what are your plans once you graduate?” While this inquisition seems relatively harmless and essentially appropriate if a person is approaching the end of their post-secondary studies, it can trigger a … More The Pressure Facing College and University Students Post-Graduation
I recently found out that I have Hypothyroidism, and after conducting a Google search on the topic (I know, bad idea), I quickly became confused and overwhelmed considering I was unsure of what the difference between Hypothyroidism and Hyperthyroidism was. I decided to compose a post explaining what the difference is between these two types … More Hypothyroidism Vs. Hyperthyroidism
One of the English courses I am taking this semester focuses on the city of London and some core components of its history. I was privilege enough to visit London, England, several years ago with my family, and as architecturally beautiful and rich in culture as the city is, it definitely encountered tremendous devastation and … More The Early History of London, England
I recently had a discussion with an individual regarding my current eating habits since dealing with an eating disorder several years ago. I explained to this person how eating and consuming food is never quite the same as it may have been prior to struggling with an eating disorder, and they were quite concerned to … More Eating After An Eating Disorder
My last post addressed my personal opinion of the horror film titled Grave Encounters. I thought it may be beneficial to provide some insight as to where the movie was filmed. The portrayed location of Grave Encounters is known as the Riverview Mental Hospital in Coquitlam, British Columbia. It was founded in 1913 and closed in … More Riverview Mental Hospital
Today is New Year’s Day, and with such occasion I thought it may be beneficial to share with you some of my own thoughts and opinions of this celebration. It is common knowledge that individuals tend to celebrate New Year’s Eve in order to ring in the New Year accordingly, however I feel as though … More New Year’s Day
