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Here is how to determine if you’re in the presence of something supernatural

May 14, 2023

I am not a ghost hunter, although I probably would enjoy being one rather thoroughly. I’m not a supernatural expert, nor am I a demonologist; rather, I am someone who takes tremendous interest in things beyond our world, or human form, and because I’ve sustained this interest for several years, I’ve come to learn a … More Here is how to determine if you’re in the presence of something supernatural

Read this to learn how to make homemade chocolate pie

May 13, 2023

This past Thursday, Blaine and I celebrated his 29th birthday. He isn’t exactly the type to willingly engage in celebratory birthday activities, so our festivities were pretty low-key, just as he prefers. Blaine has a sweet tooth but can be picky with his desserts. He is an avid fan of his grandmother’s chocolate pie, and … More Read this to learn how to make homemade chocolate pie

Read this for some Mother’s Day inspiration

May 12, 2023

In case you’re unaware, this coming Sunday is Mother’s Day. I imagine there are still a few folks out there scrambling to come up with some gift ideas for their mom, so I thought I would compile a list of some gift ideas to potentially help anyone out. Also, just as some useful advice for … More Read this for some Mother’s Day inspiration

Let’s hear it for rice

May 11, 2023

I can say with confidence that my appreciation for rice has increased exponentially since marrying Blaine. I realize that’s a somewhat odd proclamation, but allow me to explain; Blaine loves rice and could arguably eat it every single day. I’ve always liked rice, don’t get me wrong, and seeing as I am preparing meals for … More Let’s hear it for rice

How well do you listen?

May 10, 2023

Occasionally, I get the impression that being a good listener is a skill that is harder and harder to come by. I have my own speculations about the reasoning behind this lack of attentiveness in the context of listening, but I do believe social media and technology have been significant perpetrators. Considering how much time … More How well do you listen?

Hells Bells – the ultimate AC/DC tribute band

May 9, 2023

This past weekend, Blaine and I attended an AC/DC tribute concert at the Sanderson Centre in Brantford, Ontario. The band in question calls themselves Hells Bells, and they’re actually the longest-running AC/DC tribute band in the world, according to their website. The band came together in Toronto in 1994. If you’re a fan of AC/DC, … More Hells Bells – the ultimate AC/DC tribute band

Did you know this about Australia?

May 8, 2023

I often get the impression that Australia is a world of its own. They just seem to do shit their own way and refrain from allowing social norms and constructions to influence their way of life, and I think it’s rather admirable. One of my best friends is in vet school in Australia, and some … More Did you know this about Australia?

Need a new mattress? Read this

May 7, 2023

Upon sitting down to compose today’s post, I was once again met with some highly discouraging writer’s block. I think I sat and stared at my laptop screen for 15 minutes until, out of desperation, I turned next to Blaine (he was watching television in our room) and asked him for some inspiration. He pondered … More Need a new mattress? Read this

Can we stop ruining television series with poor writing?

May 6, 2023

There are few things in this world that are worse than absolutely destroying a television series with poor writing. Unless you consider ruining a series with poor writing that was, up until a certain point, written exceptionally well. I’m willing to bet just about everyone could name a series that became an unfortunate victim of … More Can we stop ruining television series with poor writing?

Here is how to make some homemade jalapeno poppers

May 5, 2023

I positively love jalapeno poppers. They’re tasty as hell and offer a delectable combination of crunch, courtesy of their breading, and creaminess, courtesy of their cheese-filled centre. Granted, you don’t know how hot they’re going to be until you bite into one, but that’s part of the experience. I cannot help but think of my … More Here is how to make some homemade jalapeno poppers

Do you know where your chicken comes from?

May 4, 2023

I’ve made mention of my family’s farming operation here on my blog many times, and I will probably mention it many more times still. Farming is a central component of my own life, my family’s, and our ancestors, so it is arguably something I’m going to discuss here and there. Our farm produces tobacco, ginseng, … More Do you know where your chicken comes from?

Navigating through chronic illness

May 3, 2023

Anyone who has been diagnosed with a chronic illness of any sort is arguably aware of the countless frustrations that accompany it. Chronic illness can occur in a variety of forms and diagnoses, both in a mental and physical sense, and while different types of chronic illness do differ in regard to their severity, one … More Navigating through chronic illness

Why are we still teaching Shakespeare in schools?

May 2, 2023

This past weekend, great friends of ours came to my parent’s place for dinner. This couple is primarily friends with my mom and dad, which is how I was introduced to them; in time, they have become wonderful friends of my own, Blaine and my sister as well. We often engage in stimulating conversation with … More Why are we still teaching Shakespeare in schools?

Looking for a reliable face moisturizer? Look no further

May 1, 2023

If you have oily skin, you may be inclined to believe that your skin doesn’t require any additional moisture. The idea makes sense, really; if your skin already resembles the bottom of a pan after cooking bacon, you’re probably not thinking about when to reapply said grease. While this belief makes sense in principle, it … More Looking for a reliable face moisturizer? Look no further

Try these creative insults out

April 30, 2023

Anyone who has the privilege of knowing me on a personal level is well aware that I swear, and furthermore, that I swear a lot. I just fucking love swearing, ya know? I find it quite cathartic. Believe it or not, I never used to swear when I was younger, and thanks to a heavy … More Try these creative insults out

Lyme flare-ups: a how-to guide

April 29, 2023

In case you’re new to my blog, I have Lyme disease. I realize that sentence is rather blunt, but I tell it like it is, my friends. If you’ve been following my blog to any extent, regardless of consistency, you’re probably aware I have Lyme disease because I write about it here and there. You … More Lyme flare-ups: a how-to guide

Make this for dinner tonight

April 28, 2023

I consider myself to be a lot of different things, but a chef is not one of them. I enjoy cooking, for the most part, and I take pride in preparing food for myself and Blaine, meaning I don’t half-ass things when it comes to cooking, for the most part. We all have our days, … More Make this for dinner tonight

How well do you know planet Earth?

April 27, 2023

While I often communicate within my blog posts that life itself hasn’t necessarily been overly great for the past while, due to a variety of factors, I do realize how damn lucky we are when it comes to our planet and the incredible things it offers us. Nature, in essence, is awe-inducing, and some of … More How well do you know planet Earth?

Do you really know what you’re saying?

April 26, 2023

Words, in principle, can be fickle. In trying to determine which specific words to use when trying to express a certain emotion or feeling, it can be challenging to identify which words will deliver your message in the best way possible; precisely, concisely, and clearly. English is a bitch of a language even for native … More Do you really know what you’re saying?

If you own a Roomba, do yourself a favour and be mindful of dog poop

April 25, 2023

Blaine and I received a Roomba as a wedding gift from great friends of ours, and I absolutely love the thing. The time I am able to save while this thing is vacuuming for me makes it well worth the price, and because of the sensors the machine comes equipped with, I’m able to run … More If you own a Roomba, do yourself a favour and be mindful of dog poop

Getting through rough anxiety days

April 24, 2023

As of late, I have seriously contemplated the probability of anxiety and just how many of us experience it. I figure more people than ever are affected by this type of mental illness, arguably as a result of the pandemic, and I truly wonder sometimes if more of us suffer from anxiety than not, which … More Getting through rough anxiety days

Here are some more hacks to make life easier in the kitchen

April 23, 2023

I promised in yesterday’s post that today would carry on our conversation regarding incredibly helpful and savvy hacks to try out in the kitchen. These hacks are not exclusively for the kitchen; they’re affiliated with food and cooking, but that isn’t to say you can’t apply this knowledge to other facets of life. Again, this … More Here are some more hacks to make life easier in the kitchen

A moment of appreciation for these food hacks

April 22, 2023

Food, and most things associated with it, have earned a special place in my heart. I love to eat, as do most folks, I imagine, and I enjoy cooking as well, although I absolutely prefer consumption over preparation. Does anyone else find it positively enraging to consider how long it can take to create a … More A moment of appreciation for these food hacks

Consider this a sign to not watch The Immaculate Room

April 21, 2023

Earlier this week, Blaine and I were trying to figure out what to watch together. We agreed to take a small break from The Walking Dead as well as Beef, two series we have been watching somewhat consistently, and decided on a new addition to Netflix – a film titled The Immaculate Room starring Emile … More Consider this a sign to not watch The Immaculate Room

Should you be using milk thistle?

April 20, 2023

I will begin this post with utmost transparency and admit that I am not someone who uses milk thistle. The reason I picked milk thistle as a topic for today’s post is because my mom recently started using it at the recommendation of her naturopath, and because I’m not terribly well-versed in all things milk … More Should you be using milk thistle?

Understanding violent rage toward inanimate objects: a how-to guide

April 19, 2023

A couple of days ago, my mom, sister and I found ourselves engaged in a rather intense conversation regarding how some folks tend to get a wee bit violent toward inanimate objects when they’re extremely angry. My mom and I have this in common, as much as I hate to admit it, while my sister, … More Understanding violent rage toward inanimate objects: a how-to guide

Here’s how to make authentic peanut sauce

April 18, 2023

Lemongrass restaurant in Hamilton, Ontario, should be on your list of restaurants to visit if you’re a fan of Asian fusion cuisine. My mom and I started going to this place while my Oma and Opa were still here with us, as they lived in a retirement home about 10 minutes away from Lemongrass, and … More Here’s how to make authentic peanut sauce

People pleasing: know when to quit

April 17, 2023

While I sadly cannot recall where exactly I read it, I often think about a quote I came across a while ago from someone commenting on the millennial generation as a whole. The message was implying that millennials, collectively, are a generation of people built on the foundation of pleasing others before themselves because of … More People pleasing: know when to quit

Is your dog a chewer? Read this

April 16, 2023

Blaine and I have been parents to our pup, Lenny, for a little less than two months now. She has certainly shown her true colours in the last while, to say the least, and while Blaine and I are thrilled she has become comfortable with us, we aren’t the biggest fans of her chewing tendencies … More Is your dog a chewer? Read this

Why have we become so reactive?

April 15, 2023

I wrote a post a couple of days ago discussing a newly released television series titled Beef. When I was researching the show to determine the names of the actors and actresses that portray the show’s characters, I skimmed through some reviews, and one caught my attention as a result of its wording. As I … More Why have we become so reactive?

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