In my post a few days back discussing the growth of mould in water bottles and how to go about avoiding this happening, I mentioned how steel water bottles are arguably best in terms of mould prevention. Stainless steel, specifically, is non-porous, meaning it is the best material a water bottle can be composed of … More This should be your next water bottle
When it comes to failure, most of us wish to be the furthest from it possible, and understandably so. Socially, we have been conditioned to perceive failure as negative, consequential, and disappointing, so it isn’t terribly difficult to decipher why we carry the notions we do toward failure, prior to even engaging with it. We … More Failure: a misunderstood concept
I drink enough water to rival a fish, and that is not an exaggeration. Sometimes I actually can’t really believe how much water I throw down the gullet in a given day, but I haven’t spawned gills or fins as of late, so I think I’m in the clear. Believe me or not, but I … More Finding mould in your water bottle? Read this
I’ve mentioned a couple of times here on my blog that I’ve started playing rugby again after a 10-year break. Such an extended hiatus was never the intention, but thanks to Lyme disease and other factors, my return was pushed a little later than I anticipated. I fell in love with this game back when … More Rugby: much more than a sport
This might be a bizarre assertion, but as of late, I’ve really been enjoying sandwiches. That is not to say I didn’t like sandwiches before recently; I’ve always enjoyed them, but I think for a while I was entirely unaware of how fucking great sandwiches can be in terms of their versatility. I was also … More Let’s make club sandwiches
I mentioned at the conclusion of yesterday’s post that today’s will be a continuation of our discussion about different types of headaches. My inspiration for writing about headaches is my husband, Blaine. He has been prone to headaches since before I ever knew him, and he suffers from them more than enough. A few evenings … More Headaches: how much do you know (part two)
Enduring a headache is, in my opinion, one of the shittier experiences in life. I find headaches to be brutal in the sense they’re a bloody nuisance; it is quite difficult to go about your daily tasks and duties when every movement you make causes pain in your head. I am fortunate in the sense … More Headaches: how much do you know?
If I were to conduct a survey asking people to answer whether or not they enjoy being overlooked in any context or situation, I think I would successfully hypothesize, well in advance, that the overwhelming majority of people would answer no. I guess I could be wrong, but I really don’t think I am. Being … More Feeling overlooked? Make them notice you
My sweet tooth and I became acquainted at quite an early age. I’m pretty sure I’ve liked chocolate since the moment I could stomach it, and I don’t expect my love for it to waver anytime soon. Believe me or not, but I swear the following information is true: according to my parents seeing as … More Craving something sweet? Read this
Technology, as a concept, is a grand one, to say the least. These days, it almost feels as though it is nearly impossible to keep up with technological advancements and the newest, neatest devices, and this makes sense if we consider the advancements that have been made within the realm. It’s a bit ironic to … More Looking to grow a business? Consider using tech
I’ve come to realize that I thoroughly enjoy mixing food items together. I understand that sentence may sound a bit stupid without any context, so hear me out. I know several folks who cannot stomach (no pun intended) the idea of separate food items touching or mixing, to the point their different types of foods, … More Croissants + beef + nachos = dinner tonight
In the rare case I haven’t yet mentioned this here on my blog, I will now, and proudly so; Blaine, my husband, is a beef farmer, and a damn great one at that. I thought I would use this post as an opportunity to discuss how phenomenal he is with raising beef cattle for consumption, … More Perks of being married to a cattle farmer
Comfort is something, I would wager, that most of us human beings long for and enjoy. We certainly prefer comfort to discomfort, in a general sense, and naturally, we gravitate toward situations, people, animals, environments, etc., that provide us with comfort as opposed to discomfort. Anxiety and discomfort are two things that arguably go hand-in-hand. … More Being comfortable with being uncomfortable
Fragrance is something I’ve always been an avid fan of. If I recall correctly, I believe I started wearing perfume when I was in the seventh grade; I received a bottle of Juicy Couture perfume as a gift from a lovely young man, and ever since, perfume and fragrance are things I always have on … More This is your sign to get yourself a candle warmer
I haven’t exactly hidden my love and adoration for television series and films set in the Medieval and/or Renaissance era. From Vikings to Saxons, to Royals and Earls, I can’t get enough of this period in history, and I am rather grateful there are so many television and film productions available that take place in … More Is ‘Bridgerton’ worth the hype?
I’ve said it before and I shall say it again – casseroles have certainly garnered a rather shitty reputation in the culinary world, and I cannot understand why. I could understand someone pulling their nose up at a casserole if they, in the past, had a poor experience with one; however, most folks I meet … More Burrito casserole? Yes, please
I figure most of us have heard the expression ‘keyboard warrior,’ or something along those lines. If you haven’t, not to worry, as you’re likely already familiar with the concept, just unfamiliar with the terminology. A keyboard warrior refers to someone who can seriously dish it out online. They are folks who tend to use … More The dangers of non-verbal communication
When my sister and I were a lot younger, we would often visit medieval and Renaissance fairs courtesy of my mom and our aunt. My mom’s sister and her kids (my cousins) would usually accompany us, and we had a hell of a time. If I had to guess, we probably visited one every summer … More Have you been to Wentworth Medieval Faire?
I occasionally get asked how long I have been blogging for now, and every time I do, I experience a fleeting moment of internal panic because I’m not entirely sure how long I’ve been blogging. I know I started back in university, perhaps in my second year, and have continued writing daily blog entries up … More Looking to broaden your blog? Read this
The concept of asking for help is one I would wager the majority of us struggle with. Many of us associate asking for help with weakness, or insecurity, and it isn’t difficult to figure out why; social constructions have enabled us to confuse our perception of asking for assistance as pleading for help, and these … More Don’t be afraid to ask for help
I think it would be safe to say that most people are in collective agreement that canine instincts are some of the best in existence when it comes to animals. Dogs tend to sense, feel and detect things we as humans often miss or overlook, and sometimes, the accuracy of canine instincts is astounding. My … More The marvel of canine instincts
Beer is not exactly the initial thought that comes to mind when I contemplate bread, but hey, I firmly believe in abstaining from knocking on something until you’ve tried it. You never know what you could be missing out on by pulling your nose up toward something foreign. I was scrolling through some recipes via … More Let’s make some … beer bread?
My mom, sister and I recently had a conversation about water. Riveting stuff, I know. My sister, me, and my dad all drink ridiculous volumes of water. I probably drink two to three gallons a day, my sister more, and my dad is usually about level with my consumption. My mom, on the other hand, … More Bored of water? Try these tricks to jazz it up
When I took the time the other day to use my infrared sauna, I suddenly decided that instead of continuing to watch something I had previously started, I wanted to watch something entirely new. I’m not a spontaneous person whatsoever, but every now and then, I surprise myself, regardless of how mild the spontaneity is. … More Have you seen ‘The Legend of Tarzan’?
I’m a little ashamed to admit that I was quite late getting around to engaging in the General Tso’s Chicken game in the context of Western Chinese food up until quite recently. I’ve always had my favourites when it comes to Western versions of Chinese food; chicken balls, chow mein, almond soo guy and egg … More Homemade General Tso’s Chicken: a must-try
I don’t mind donuts, but they’ve never been a personal favourite. I much prefer other sorts of pastries to donuts, for example, cookies or cupcakes, to name a couple, and while I have sampled some over the years that were decent, I’m just not a huge donut gal. My sister would throat-punch me if she … More President’s Choice Flake Outs croissant donuts: are they worth buying?
I’ve been hesitant to share this information with the public for different reasons, but the time has come to be transparent; after a ten-year hiatus, I’ve returned to the game I love to play the most – rugby. I started playing when I was in grade nine and played all throughout high school. Additionally, I … More Making comebacks in adulthood: challenging, but not impossible
I was first introduced to Lebanese cuisine when I wasn’t yet a teenager. The circumstances surrounding my introduction to this fabulous cuisine weren’t ideal; my mom was going for chemotherapy treatments and was continually encountering issues with parking at the hospital. One day, she went into a Lebanese restaurant that was within close vicinity of … More Here’s how to make a wicked Tabbouleh salad
If you find the title of today’s post a wee bit confusing, I doubt you’re alone in thinking that. Vulnerability and beauty, as two separate entities, are not exactly paired together too often, nor are they typically affiliated with one another – beauty is something with positive social connotations associated with it, whereas vulnerability is … More The beauty of being vulnerable
This past Wednesday was my 29th birthday. I don’t feel obligated to hide or shield my age from the public quite yet as I haven’t yet hit 30; I can’t for certain say I won’t start to withhold my age after I pass the 30 threshold, but for now, let us enjoy some transparency regarding … More Here’s to birthdays
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