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
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
Chances are you read the title of this post and thought to yourself, “how can failure be beneficial?” It is arguable that this statement is an oxymoron considering it combines two entirely contrasting concepts, however after a recent personal experience with failure I wanted to share my opinion of how failure can actually be a … More The Benefit of Failure
I like to think I have relatively healthy hair, and whether or not this assumption is valid I thought I would share of my tips and trick regarding hair maintenance. Hair can be a tricky thing, so I hope some of my techniques work out for others. (1) Refrain from blow drying your hair: I … More My Healthy Hair Tips
Over the past couple of days I have been feeling rather stressed, and my body is beginning to display signs of how said stress is impacting my overall well-being. I have been experiencing headaches, breakouts and fatigue, and so I came to the realization that I need to designate specific ways in which I am personally … More Ways to Eliminate Stress
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
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: “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
