Birth control, for many women, is an active component of their daily lives. Whether it is used as a contraceptive or as a means to address other bodily issues (for example skin conditions), it can be difficult to determine which type of birth control is best for you and your body. Always consult with your … More Birth Control: Which Type is Right for You?
I absolutely despised horror films when I was younger. I simply could not fathom why anyone would want to watch a movie that shook them to their core and caused them to live in constant paranoia for days after, however my perspective of the horror genre changed when I started university. I am unsure of … More Criteria for a Successful Horror Movie
My mom was kind enough to bring me home some chocolate chip cookies the other day that I can actually consume without having my head in the toilet. Although I most certainly am not a vegan, foods that are free of gluten, dairy and egg are typically categorized as vegan because they do not contain … More Vegan Chocolate Chip Cookie Recipe
Perfumes and fragrances are a tricky subject to tackle. What may smell enticing to one person may smell repulsive to another, therefore this post is intended to recognize my own personal fragrance preferences and why I would recommend these particular perfumes to other individuals. Juicy Couture, Viva La Juicy: I received this perfume as a … More A Personal Guide to Perfume
One of the greatest things that comes along with the summer months and warmer weather is the multitude of fresh produce. Whether it be fruits or veggies, nothing tops the taste of fresh, local produce in the summertime, and strawberries are arguably one of the most popular summer fruits. Aside from being absolutely scrumptious, strawberries … More Why You Need More Strawberries In Your Life
Having oily skin can present a bit of a challenge when it comes to wearing mascara. Granted, this sounds like a bit of an odd statement, however I have a difficult time finding a mascara that wears well throughout the day and refrains from transferring to my eyelids from oil. One of the only mascaras … More Product Review: Benefit’s They’re Real Mascara
So often whilst scrolling through various social media feeds I come across a fabricated situation in which a girlfriend or wife becomes angry with their partner because he/she did not text them back in a timely manner. Despite being fabricated and aiming to be perceived as humorous, these situations do, in fact, occur regularly in … More How Social Media and Technology are Ruining Intimate Relationships
A while back I created a post outlining some examples of ‘human’ foods cats should refrain from investing. I thought I would do a similar post outlining human foods that are dangerous for dogs, and the following information is derived from WebMD. Xylitol: This form of sweetener is used in some baked goods, candies and … More Can My Dog Eat That?
Drinking alcohol has become a sort of challenge for me since learning about my food intolerances to wheat, yeast and barley. It is rather unfortunate that these three grains are what typically compose the average beer, specifically because beer was my preferred alcoholic beverage prior to discovering my intolerances. I have essentially refrained from drinking … More Product Review: Somersby Hard Cider
I have been watching a select few individuals on Youtube for several years now. Whether it be lifestyle or beauty blogging, I truly enjoy observing the persons I am subscribed to on Youtube, some examples of my favourites being Lustrelux, Desi Perkins and Samantha Ravndahl. As of late, Samantha Ravndhal has taken it upon herself … More Advertisement Disclosure Amongst Youtubers
I am the type of person that continuously gravitates towards the same books if they are of significance to me. By significance I am making reference to the fact that they captivated me in one way or another and possessed something that truly stood out to me. There are a handful of specific texts I … More Book Review: Break by Hannah Moskowitz
I unearthed another one of my papers from university the other evening and the subject matter of said paper really encouraged me to examine the consequences of inaccurate depictions of women in media. The portrayal of female stereotypes in popular culture can be considerably detrimental to the public perception of women. The ways in which … More The Portrayal of Female Stereotypes in Popular Culture
I am relatively open in regards to sharing my experience with my former eating disorder. I refrain from keeping my past illness to myself in hopes of educating and aiding others who may be dealing with an eating disorder personally or who know someone else who is, and I strongly believe education is the most … More The Long-Term Implications of Eating Disorders
I am an avid fan of country music. Authentic, real and genuine country music, however, not the pop country that is dominating the country music industry in contemporary society. I often find myself listening to classic country music, for example songs by George Strait, Garth Brooks and Alan Jackson, and yearning for an artist to … More Cody Jinks
I have composed several posts addressing the many uses and benefits of essential oils, so I thought I would do a similar post on natural oils. Natural oils differ from essential oils in the sense that they are often derived from foods or plants and are pressed into an oil formula, and their benefits are … More Natural Oils and How to Use Them
From my own understanding, succulents are undoubtedly on the rise in regards to their popularity amongst people who enjoy owning plants. We have a couple of succulents in my house, and I wanted to provide some insight addressing how to maintain these little gems to demonstrate how they are a great option for persons who … More Succulents: The Fool Proof Plant
Violence against women is a prevalent theme in numerous works of literature, therefore an understanding of what this type of violence consists of is needed to determine the implications it proposes. In their article “Prevalence of Violence against Immigrant Women: A Systematic Review of the Literature”, Gonçalves and Matos, two Latin American Feminist scholars, offer … More The Depiction of Violence Against Women in Early London Literature
I can say with complete confidence that if it were not for my dads automotive passion, I would not possess the interest in classic cars that I do today. When I was younger I failed to think twice about my dads car collection, however now that I am older and have more of an understanding … More The Significance of Classic Cars
I am going to initiate this blog by acknowledging the fact that travelling, for many persons, is simply not possible due to financial responsibilities and commitments. As alluring and enticing as travelling the world may seem, it is considered by a majority of individuals to be a luxury and is simply not possible for some … More The Benefits of Travelling
In case you’re unaware, the month of June has been recognized as Pride month. June was selected out of all months within the calendar year to celebrate individualistic pride to commemorate the Stonewall Riots that occurred at the conclusion of June in 1969. Throughout Pride month, many events and celebrations are held to acknowledge sexual … More The Disproportionate Perception of Pride Month
Nails seem like a rather insignificant component of the human body. They can be tedious to maintain and often come in handy as an effective itch-reliever, but it is arguable that their importance in regards to an individual’s overall health is often overlooked. I have heard that nails often act as a reflection of a … More Why Your Nails Are More Important Than You Think
If you’re like me and tend to wear a decent amount of face makeup on a given day, you’re likely aware of how difficult it can be to entirely rid your skin of said makeup at the end of a day. It seems as though no matter how thoroughly you wash, wipe, scrub or lather, … More Product Review: The Body Shop’s Seaweed Deep Cleansing Gel Wash
Shaving itself can be quite annoyance, but the painful and uncomfortable bumps that often accompany shaving in the form of a rash are even more irritating. Shaving gels and creams can be purchased that claim to prevent razor bumps from developing on freshly shaven skin, however I have yet to find a product that stays … More At-Home Remedies for Razor Bumps
On Sunday, June 11th, my family and I attended an ALS fundraiser at Hydome Farms in Mount Pleasant, Ontario. The event was organized and hosted by Clark Merritt, a retired poultry farmer living with Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis, a disease that attacks and furthermore destroys neutrons that contribute to muscle control and movement. Over 600 hundred … More Hydome Farm’s 2017 ALS Fundraiser
This past Friday I attended the convocation ceremony at Brock University for students receiving a Bachelor of Arts. Being a Humanities student, I graduated on Friday, but convocation ceremonies occurred throughout the duration of the week, Friday being the concluding day of graduation. The ceremony itself was pleasant and the day overall was truly wonderful … More Brock University’s 2017 Convocation
I wrote a paper in my second year of university about the influence of Puritanism in the Salem Witch Trials. I was re-reading this essay the other day and thought I might share it with you. It’s a bit of a lengthy read, but I hope you’re able to get through it! The seventeenth century … More The Involvement of Puritanism in the Salem, Massachusetts Witch Trials
There are several terms and concepts I have been introduced to as a result of my English Language and Literature education, and I thought I would share some of them with you to provide some insight in regards to common literary terminology and techniques. These are not necessarily terms you would use in everyday conversation, … More Literary Terminology
Motherhood is a truly respectful concept and role to bear in contemporary society. Considering that mother figures are persons who deserve indefinite recognition and appreciation, it is troublesome to acknowledge the negative ways in which mothers and motherhood are depicted in various popular culture mediums. My personal interpretation of how mothers and motherhood is depicted … More The Portrayal of Mothers and Motherhood in Popular Culture
I was going through some of the academic assignments I completed throughout my duration of studies at Brock, and discovered an assignment I composed in my second year for an online media/communication course I was enrolled in. It regards the concept of New Media Landscape, a term coined by Henry Jenkins, and in the assignment … More New Media Landscape: What Is It?
Sleep is undoubtedly an integral component of our lives. It is a daily necessity that allows our bodies to recharge and heal and is not something that should falter in the amount of attantion it is given. Unfortunately, for a lot of individuals, sleep is something that is often oppressed because of other responsibilities and … More 3 Tips For A Better Sleep
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