Could you live without your cellphone? What about your laptop or tablet? What about any electricity at all? No warm showers, no warm food (unless you could make a fire), nothing. If our energy ran out at some point, this would be the reality. So faced with no other choice, could you live without power?…
I’d first like to congratulate you for entering this blog. Not many people would have read the title and be attracted to it. I mean, who likes studying in summer, right? I actually enjoyed it a lot more than I expected. I attended John’s Hopkins Center for Talented Youth Summer Programs at the Seattle University…
“You’re taking only cores the entire year? How in the world do you manage?” “Well, dancing really helps me get through the day. It helps me live in the moment and forget about the stresses of school.” Rebecca, 15
ALRIGHT FOLKS. HALLOWEEN IS TOMORROW AND YOU KNOW WHAT THAT MEANS. I’m going to make a list of the DO’S AND DONT’S OF HALLOWEEN. This post’s theme? COSTUMES. You have a few days ’til Halloween and if you’re anything like me, you either had this planned years ago or you still don’t have a costume.…
{Original Image} Who else can’t wait for the weekend? Don’t have anything to do yet? That’s perfect; I’ve got some events lined up for you to check out this Friday to Sunday! There’s lots to do and explore in Calgary, although it might not seem that way without some guidance. Check out our events from…
1. In Ancient Egypt it was believed to be that if you slept with scissors under your bed, you would be free of nightmares Don’t try this at home kids. 2. Cannibalistic gum In Turkey, you shouldn’t chew gum at night because by that time, they believe it becomes the flesh of the dead.…
Jasmine K. In our generation, phones are our dearest companions and most convenient devices; they can access almost anything at the touch of a finger. Seniors, students and parents can easily agree. “My phone is a tool I can use to have convenient internet access, a camera and music at my fingertips,” says Ethan, a…
“What are your thoughts on post secondary?” Instead of answering, he just made this face. Josh, 17
Sure, most people have heard of the Calgary Philharmonic; but what about the Calgary Wind Symphony (CWS)? Many people may wonder the difference between the two, and the most distinct is the fact that the CWS does not employ the use of strings (with the exception of the double bass). In many ways, the symphony…
Love fallen autumn leaves? Get the home version of those beautiful fall colors with this easy DIY. When you are finished, place a candle in them and light up a lovely glow! Materials: Mason jar Mod podge Sponge brush Leaves (fake are better) Candle Tips: If you are using real leaves, dry them for about two weeks…
Family Channel has graced us with Halloween classics, once again, at 8 p.m. each night this week, as the day of the dead is approaching. Many cultures around the world, have traditions of their own, on October 31. In Poland, they pray out loud to comfort the deceased, while they walk through the forests. In…
I’m stressed, tired, and really, really, bored nowadays, so what did I do to solve this problem? Well, it’s certainly not do all my homework. I had a chance to relax a little this past weekend and let me tell you, this was AN AMAZING weekend. Let me explain: I had the pleasure of attending…
With Halloween being this week, I was inspired by Carol’s post of her 5 soundtracks for the Horror Connoisseur, and I decided to make a playlist of some of the best classic songs Halloween themed music has to offer. Join me in listening to some of the best songs Halloween has to offer! 1. This…
In the time since the current outbreak began, reports on Ebola have flooded nearly every news medium in every country. As the death toll rises with each day (currently, it surpasses 4,500), the issue has justifiably escalated to a matter of international concern. However, so much attention surrounding any one topic can easily warrant discrepancy that leaves one baffled and with…
When I first met Natálie, I was taken by how passionate she is about her art and how much love she puts into the work she does. With recent exhibitions at Planet Art Gallery and Lux Laundromat among other accomplishments, Natálie has already achieved an incredible amount by anyone’s standards at the young age of…