This years Christmas was a unique one. Come to think of it, so was last years. And the year before that. It’s safe to say that COVID has made its presence known in the context of Christmas and celebratory gatherings in general, and I would wager most of us have experienced disruptions in plans as … More The significance of identifying what truly matters at Christmas
My family and I had a bit of an adverse Christmas eve a couple of nights ago, if you will. Normally, on Christmas Eve, we attend mass and go to my Nagymama’s (Hungarian for grandmother) house with my dad’s sister, her husband and their kids. Unfortunately, the night before, my sister and I were, unknowingly, … More A moment of appreciation for the Shrek franchise
I should arguably preface this post by stating that I completely and entirely recognize that not everyone has siblings, and further, there are some of us who have tarnished relationships with our siblings. I do not mean to generalize, but rather, I wish to orchestrate this post in a manner that is relevant to those … More Here’s why you should spend more time with your siblings
As reluctant as I am to admit that I have dark circles under my eyes at the ripe age of 26, I also figure it might be beneficial to share this in case there are other young folks out there experiencing the same thing and feeling badly about it. Dark circles can, apparently, strike at … More Looking for an eye cream for dark circles? Read this
Allow me to begin this post by stating that I am not, in any way, a mental health professional. I do not wish for this post to suggest otherwise, and, as always, please consult with your physician prior to making any major decisions regarding mental or physical health. Anyone who deals with anxiety themselves is … More Here’s how to help someone dealing with anxiety
While this time of year is often referred to as the most wonderful, it is also, understandably, quite stressful for some of us. I’d wager more of us than not can relate to my previous statement. With family gatherings, dinners, gifts and decorating, it makes sense that we might be feeling a bit overwhelmed. Throw … More Here’s to self-care this holiday season
I am reluctant to admit that, as of late, I haven’t been reading nearly as much as I would like to, and further should be. I was an avid reader a few years ago, beginning another book the moment I concluded one prior, but ever since I majored in English Language and Literature and was … More You need to read ‘The Last House on Needless Street”
We have three dogs on our family farm. During the day, they’re out and about, roaming with someone in my family or they’re in their kennel. In the evenings, we bring them inside our garage where they sleep. We never used to lock our critters inside in the evenings, but ever since our beloved dog … More Does Febreze AIR stand up to stink?
If I really wanted, I could keep this post quite short and simply state that being a woman in the agricultural industry isn’t ideal. I could even be so bold to say, with complete honesty, it sucks. But, that would be a very generalizing description, and I think it may be more beneficial if I … More The reality of being a woman in the agricultural industry
If I ever encountered a situation in which I was forced to name my favourite desserts, cookies would, without a doubt, be mentioned. They’re pretty fucking great, and I like to think of them as something more than a small dessert square but something less than a piece of cake. They’re the perfect buffer in … More Here’s how to make some homemade white chocolate macadamia nut cookies
Chances are, at one point or another, you’ve heard the phrase ‘you can’t please everyone,’ or something similar. It’s a simple saying, yet one that contains tremendous truth in its limited words, and I think it is one a lot of us could benefit from in terms of its honesty. When I was in my … More Understanding the improbability of pleasing everyone
Small acts of kindness are suitable at any given point in time, but perhaps their effect is more pronounced when delivered in the midst of the holiday season. Christmas signifies a multitude of joyous emotions, thus it makes sense that small acts of kindness tend to occur more predominately during this time of year. Small … More Read this for some small acts of kindness inspiration
There are quite a few of us who collect decorative pieces to commemorate certain holidays throughout our calendar year. Easter, Thanksgiving, Halloween and Christmas are arguably the most common holidays we typically decorate our houses for, but I am sure there are some I’m missing as well. Much like a gift, homemade things are often … More Read this for some homemade Christmas decor inspiration
There is a probable chance that some of you will read the title of this post and, understandably, chuckle. To be entirely honest, I would likely have the same reaction if I wasn’t aware that candle maintenance even exists. I watched a video via Instagram not that long ago which featured a woman blowing my … More How well do you know your candle maintenance?
Anxiety, unfortunately, is something that has relevance to a lot of us. I would wager that more of us in today’s world have anxiety than not, and while this realization is disturbing to some extent, it’s also logical; it makes sense so many of us are dealing with this specific form of mental illness considering … More Navigating how to challenge anxiety
I am, and have been a member of the itty bitty titty committee since I hit puberty. It’s a genetic thing courtesy of my mom and her family, and while for a long time when I was a teenager I was extremely self-conscious of my lacking chest, I have come to the realization that small … More Shein bras: hit or miss?
I was scrolling through my social media feeds today and came across a reel via Instagram that a beautician composed. The reel began with a caption she wrote which read something along the lines of, “As a beautician, never use the following shampoo and conditioner brands.” The reel then depicted brief flashes of photos of … More Do you know what’s in your shampoo and conditioner?
I feel like a lot of folks are going to read the title of this post and relate to and further agree with it. Which is the exact reason as to why I am writing this post, because it is simultaneously alarming and comforting to acknowledge more and more of us are feeling this way … More Why has Christmas become so stressful?
Compromise and sacrifice are two rather different concepts. One involves meeting someone halfway as a means to cooperate and make a situation more feasible to ourselves and someone else, while the other requires giving up something, typically done to achieve a common good or goal. Despite the difference in meaning when comparing these words, a … More Understanding the difference between compromise and sacrifice
My cuticles and I have a bit of a history. Considering I was such an aggressive nail-biter when I was younger and quite frequently used my teeth to rip the entirety of the cuticle off of each and every nail, it makes sense that they now are thicker than a snicker, and the bastards grow … More Check out these cuticle removing solutions to make at home
Breakfast foods, without a doubt, are among my dad’s favourite things to eat, and with his birthday quickly approaching, he told our family he wanted to go out for breakfast. His choice of restaurant was Dixieland Grill, formerly known as Two Arrows Restaurant, located on Chiefswood Road in Hagersville, Ontario. My dad had been to … More Have you been to Dixieland Grill?
My mom and I, a couple of evenings ago, ventured to our local movie theatre to see ‘House of Gucci’. We both agreed we would go and view it together when we first saw the trailer for the film, and so we did just that and had ourselves a lovely mother-daughter date. I was a … More Ignore the critics and go see ‘House of Gucci’
I’ve seen my share of fighter/boxing/mixed martial arts (MMA)/ultimate fighting championship (UFC) movies. Typically, these sorts of movies are produced and executed well, as they often follow a protagonist with a harrowing backstory that overcomes significant obstacles to get where they are in their career. I’m sure some of us find these consistent tropes in … More Here’s why you need to watch ‘Bruised’
Sleep is something that has tremendous importance and value to me, personally. I’ve always thoroughly enjoyed sleeping, and to be quite honest, I don’t think I could ever really get enough of it. I’m not exaggerating when I say I think I could sleep for a solid 24 hours. When it comes to sleeping, for … More Sleeping masks: beneficial or a waste of money?
If you use Netflix, or the internet, for that matter, there is a strong chance you’ve either seen or heard of a movie titled ‘Red Notice.’ It’s somewhat taken Netflix by storm, and as of now, it is the most viewed Netflix movie of all time. Not bad bragging rights for anyone involved in the … More Have you seen ‘Red Notice’?
Oily skin, speaking from experience, is a bit of a blessing and a curse. Oily skin is beneficial in the sense that ageing and wrinkles, down the road, are diminished if one has oily skin because the skin is typically quite hydrated. Oily skin can be a real pain in the ass in the sense … More If you have oily skin, read this
I would wager that just about all of us, at one point or another, have experienced a situation we have been left out from. Whether it be a conversation, an event, an activity or something else, feeling left out, and further acknowledging when we have been left out from something is a shitty comprehension, and … More Being mindful of inclusivity
I am a coffee addict. I have been since I was a teenager, and while I have significantly reduced my coffee consumption in a given day (going from about eight cups to four), I still am often reminded that I drink too much coffee. In response to people advising me to drink less coffee, I … More Here’s why caffeinated beverages might be good for your health
By no means am I trying to come across as Scrooge here, but I’ve got some opinions to share regarding Christmas. There a few things associated with Christmas that we perceive to be traditions, and personally, I really don’t understand why. I was thinking about this the other day, and I was thinking about how … More Switch things up this Christmas season
It’s known as the most wonderful time of the year. Christmas is a time for us to engage in festive celebrations and activities, spend time with friends, family and loves ones, and slow down the chaotic pace of life to take some time to enjoy the holiday season. Unfortunately, for some of us, Christmas does … More Read this before you start your Christmas shopping
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