YODA recognizes deserving youth 13-18 years of age for their extraordinary achievements, passion and dedication to the community. This year, there are two new award categories: Sportmanship and Arts and Culture.
I used to wear a lot of plaid and I had no idea how to accessorize. My mom was embarrassed to be seen with me in public and my friends would call my plaid shirts, hobo shirts.
Have you ever had one of those moments where you’re watching a movie and the soundtrack comes on and you think: “where have I heard that before?”
This poem by E.E. Cummings is one of my favorite pieces of literary art. Cummings’ free, unbridled disregard for what is deemed “proper” grammar and syntax is what makes him so special. The deeply personal rhythm that he captures in his writing could only be conveyed through his artfully deconstructed verses. This unique ability to…
It’s an amazing book, so it has to be an amazing movie, right? How excited are you?
Do you love to express your opinion? How about winning prizes? On Nov 30, 2011, express your opinion about democracy. Whether you can vote or you’ve been influenced by the election process, this is your time to share your thoughts. Democracy is known as the “voice of the people.” You are a person, and your…
As much as I enjoy fluffy chick lit (and believe me, I do), books with tangible depth are just as wonderful. In fact, most times they are much more extraordinary than your usual Shopaholic installment. I finished The Book of Negroes, an award-winning novel by Canadian author Lawrence Hill, only a few days ago and…
So the other day I was googling “human body wonders” (don’t ask why) and came upon an article entitled “18 Tricks to Teach Your Body.” After reading it, I decided that it was one of the coolest things that I had ever read and that it needed to be shared with everyone. So, in this…
If you can start the day without caffeine; If you can get going without pep pills; If you can always be cheerful, ignoring aches and pains; If you can resist complaining and boring people with your troubles; If you can eat the same food every day and be grateful for it; If you can understand…
Another fantastic song from Dan Mangan, I love the sound of his voice. I reminds me of Dylan, but with more force and youth behind it. Give it a listen!
In the past few months, two of my close friends have been diagnosed with different types of cancer at the age of 17. I had always thought that it was something that would never affect people that I knew because up until a few years ago I hadn’t known anyone who had life-changing news or…
For those of you who are on the fence about what to study in your post-secondary institution, The Wall Street Journal posted up a chart about the unemployment percentage and average earnings. The data was collected from the 2010 Census, and even though money isn’t everything, it would be nice to know that what you’re…
While doing my weekly rounds of web-surfing, I’ve come across really astonishing things – one of which are these minuscule bottles (maybe I have a fad for miniature artwork, I’m not exactly sure…) Photo credits to this blog and this deviantART artist… Yes, I have a knack for being very descriptive in my writing. Now…
What has two hands, fifteen cups, fifteen plates, a sense of balancing superior to most, and an uncanny ability to not get burned? This guy. http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ScoqxZro9NU He works at a tea house in Iran, but I’m pretty sure he belongs in Cirque Du Soleil. I’ve watched this video several replays at a time, and still…
As part of the City of Calgary’s 3 Things for Calgary Campaign, here are my three things to make our city a better place: 1. Volunteer with Youth Central Whether you’re volunteering at a homeless shelter, for senior citizens, or for children with disabilities, you will be making a difference in someone’s life. Every kind gesture touches a…