National Eating Disorder Awareness Week 2017

The concluding week of February annually marks the National Eating Disorder Association’s (NEDA) eating disorder awareness week. For each of the seven days of this week, NEDA encourages persons struggling with and who have struggled with eating disorders to speak out against the stigma that surrounds them and furthermore mental health. I thought I could contribute … More National Eating Disorder Awareness Week 2017

Nuts for Nuts

Nuts come in a multitude of different varieties and tend to offer several nutritional benefits to those who consume them. They contain an elevated amount of healthy fats, and while such fats are essential to a balanced diet it is important to be aware of just how much fat nuts contain. I have created a … More Nuts for Nuts

Is Wine Good for You?

The possibility of wine being a beneficial beverage likely seems too good to be true for vino lovers. However, according to foodandwine.com, wine offers numerous positives to those who consume it, and I wanted to share these supposed benefits with you. Keep in mind that wine, when consumed in moderation, presents health benefits. The American … More Is Wine Good for You?

Highlighter Hype

If you’re someone who makes frequent use of makeup, it is probable that when you hear the term ‘highlighter’ you think of the intensely pigmented shimmery powder/liquid as opposed to a type of marker. I feel as though highlighters have taken the cosmetic industry by storm over the past year or so, and while I … More Highlighter Hype

Support Systems

As I explained in a recent post, I was denied admittance to my university’s Masters in English Language and Literature program. I was rather devastated to be honest, and I would be lying if I stated that I was totally past feeling disappointed, because I am not and likely will not be for a while. … More Support Systems

Apple Cider Vinegar: The Taste Is Worth the Benefits

It seems as of late that apple cider vinegar is escalating in popularity amongst a variety of individuals. I have heard numerous accounts of the many benefits the vinegar offers to persons who ingest it, and so I decided to do some research and unveil the truth about this supposed miracle liquid. According to ReadersDigest.com, … More Apple Cider Vinegar: The Taste Is Worth the Benefits

Profile: Kip Moore

Kip Moore is and has been one of my preferred country music artists for quite some time now. He has and incredibly unique voice and is furthermore extremely talented, and his music has always been something that pleases me. The following biographical information comes from Wikipedia.com. Kip Christian Moore is thirty-six years old, born on April … More Profile: Kip Moore

Product Review: Nudestix Gel Colour Lip + Cheek Balm

When I attended Generation Beauty last May with my sister, we received a tremendous amount of goodies and free samples from various cosmetic companies that had booths present at the show. I was going through my makeup drawer this weekend and I rediscovered my Nudestix Gel Colour Lip + Cheek Balm, and I wanted to … More Product Review: Nudestix Gel Colour Lip + Cheek Balm

Valentine’s Day

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

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

The Benefits of Having Indoor Plants

Plants make me happy. Perhaps this statement seems rather random and out of context, however after doing some research I have gained a better understanding of why my plants seemingly enhance my mood. The following information comes from ambius.com and provides an explanation as to why owning indoor plants is a beneficial investment. Plants reduce … More The Benefits of Having Indoor Plants

Pleasant Reminders

Having recently discovered that I was not admitted into my university’s Masters in English program, I cannot say that my spirits have been particularly lifted as of late. I am trying my absolute best to remain positive, however it is easy to feel glum about unexpected things that occur in our lives. I was brainstorming … More Pleasant Reminders

2017 Makeup Trends

Although 2017 is not yet far underway, there are already numerous makeup trends that have been predicted to take this year by storm in the upcoming seasons. The following information is derived from elle.com, however there are other sources that offer different 2017 makeup trend predictions. (1) Lip Gloss: This product is not for me, … More 2017 Makeup Trends

The Hypersexualization of Males in The Middle Ages

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