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
Karma Kameleon Gastropub is a restaurant located in Thorold, Ontario. I have eaten at the Karma Kameleon on two separate occasions, and I felt the need to dedicate a post to it because the food is absolutely incredible. The menu is not huge in terms of selection, however it is arguably a smaller menu because … More Karma Kameleon Gastropub
I have discovered some new and exciting foods at the grocery store that I am able to consume without experiencing irritation and discomfort as a result of my food intolerances. These foods are gluten, dairy and egg free, and I wanted to compose a post in order to share them with any individuals who also … More Good Eats
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
I can recall having an absolute obsession with Pinterest throughout the latter half of my high school career. I used to scroll through the seemingly endless pages of each category and pin anything that caught my eye to my ‘boards’, however once I began university and had an increased work load, I failed to have time … More Pinterest
I was recently doing some research regarding at-home acne treatments on the internet, and I came across an interesting forum discussing the use of Vick’s Vapour Rub for cystic pimples. Numerous individuals had engaged in said forum expressing their content with the use of Vick’s for cystic blemishes, so naturally I headed to the nearest drug … More Vick’s Vapour Rub: More Than A Decongestant
On January 25th, Bell conducted their annual Bell Let’s Talk fundraising event to raise funds for mental health awareness and initiative programs in Canada. The event has been in existence for several years now, however the engagements with the fundraiser in 2017 trumped all past years in terms of participants and funds raised. The following … More #BellLetsTalk
As a student, I can say with confidence that I try my absolute best to purchase items when they are on sale or are offered at a discounted price. Everyday necessities, despite being necessities, can become expensive, and so I have come to the realization that I have been spending far too much money on … More Are You Spending Too Much Money On Everyday Items?
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
I composed a post a while ago addressing PYT hot hair tools in addition to their Argan oil hair serum. I have yet to discover a hair product that is as beneficial for my hair as the PYT serum, however after experimenting with the Body Shop’s Grape Seed Glossing Serum I can say with confidence that … More Product Review: The Body Shop’s Grapeseed Glossing Serum
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 the type of person who yearns to wear a bold liquid lipstick and do so successfully, though seem to encounter endless complications throughout the process of actually applying the product. The product bleeds, I overline my lips, I underline my lips, I choose the wrong shade… the possibilities for failure are endless. Considering … More Product Review: The Body Shop’s Lip and Cheek Stain
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
The app Headspace was recently recommended to me, and despite initially regarding it as a waste of time and furthermore a gimmick, I am very pleased I decided to download it and I am now making frequent use of it. Headspace is a guided meditation platform, available via a smartphone app or online, that offers … More Meditation
I received a bottle of the Lavanila Vanilla Summer perfume for Christmas and I thought it may beneficial for any persons curious about the brand to compose a review on the product. Several months ago my sister gave me a sample of their Pure Vanilla perfume and I absolutely loved it, so receiving the Vanilla Summer … More Product Review: Lavanila Vanilla Summer Perfume
Becoming affiliated with an individual’s problem(s) is an inevitable occurrence within the daily lives of most people. Friends and family turn to us to achieve emotional support and to furthermore confide in someone they likely trust, and it is difficult to remain isolated from their conflict when this occurs. Being present in the life of someone who … More Are You Being Selfish Without Realizing It?
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:Â “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
Garth Brooks is undoubtedly one of the most highly recognized country singers in the history of the genre. I was privileged enough to be exposed to Brooks’ music from a young age and have been raised with it as a result thanks to my parents. I believe Brooks’ music is timeless and there fails to … More Profile: Garth Brooks
For some obscure reason, I am finding that more and more persons seem to think it is appropriate to joke about how rampant mental illness is throughout society today and how many individuals make use of anti-depressants and anti-anxiety medication. It is an acknowledgement that is difficult to deny or ignore considering the topic of … More The Prevalence of Anti-Depressant Medication in Contemporary Society
I have always been intrigued by the concept of a Clarasonic facial cleansing tool. Many individuals recommend the Clarasonic system for its intense and effective deep clean, and while I have debated purchasing the tool for approximately one year now I simply cannot justify the hefty price tag attached to the device. My family and … More Konjac Sponges: Are They Worth the Hype?
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
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