The world needs leaders, in whatever area of expertise individuals choose to pursue. Attending two Canadian Red Cross workshops, intending to train internal Red Cross volunteers to become facilitators, plunged me into becoming more engaged in world affairs. I had previously spoken about this in another post. It was quite intimidating, as I tried to…
A turtle, a Jack-O-Lantern, a piano, a balloon, and a dragon? When did these things ever come together in the same category?! At Empty Bowls, of course. Last Thursday, the Youth Volunteer Corps (YVC) Steering Committee courageously headed down in the bitter cold to create ceramic bowls at the Wildflower Arts Center. Empty Bowls is a project that calls…
While browsing through the latest collection of posts from my fellow bloggers, I chanced upon one by Tonny. The blog referred to the article published by Macleans named “Too Asian.” Within a few minutes, years of collected respect for the magazine was lost and Macleans was reduced to the same level as money-grabbing tabloids. The…
This is a self portrait DeeKay (Dongwook Kwon) drew digitally in photoshop and once the drawing is finished, it actually comes alive. [youtube lV1OL6zmZjY] How amazing!!!
Reprinted with permission from Gordon Lewis at Shutterfinger, these short few paragraphs sum up pretty much every photographer out there. Don’t see yourself? Leave a comment and tell us what kind of camera your like an why :] If you don’t yet have a camera of your own, but are feeling the attraction of Christmas…
So, a little game known as Call of Duty: Black Ops (maybe you’ve heard of it) came out last Tuesday, and after playing through all of its main features, I believe I am ready to review it. Unlike with the Halo franchise, I am relatively new to the CoD series. Therefore, my skills aren’t exactly…
This long weekend, I went up to Edmonton to stay with my sister. She lives about a block off of Whyte Ave, a wonderful avenue bursting with arts and culture. It’s the hub of vibrance in Edmonton, a wonderful spot to shop and go out on the town. I’ve always felt the equivalent in Calgary…
I’m dead serious, I consider workshops to be wonderful opportunities offered by volunteer organizations. You are to able learn and become engaged in very exciting and productive topics that usually raise the awareness of global issues. These presentations have been very useful to me in the past, touching upon the issues of racism, bullying, becoming a mentor, environmental leadership…
From her Ra-ra-ra’s to her ooh-la-la’s, Lady Gaga poses as one of the biggest fashion icons to date. Although there is much controversy on her “image”, it is clear that the fashion trends reflect Lady Gaga’s outrageousness and individuality. This is not to teach you how to dress like Lady Gaga, because we all know…
If your blood type is O If your love’s blood type is A, your index of love is 90-95% The best combination that you can reach to marriage! Cool type O and tranquil A makes the better combination. They usually fall in love at first sight. They are the ideal boyfriend and girlfriend for each other! If there’s gap between…
The students at Chestermere Lake Middle School have just recently kicked off their Annual Magazine Fundraiser. The fundraiser started on Nov. 4 and will run until Nov. 19. What exactly is a Magazine Fundraiser? Basically, it’s when students sell magazine subscriptions to their family, friends and relatives. There are many benefits to using this Canadian…
It was my birthday recently, and, as I had a party, I received presents. It was interesting to see what my friends thought to get me, and I thought back to their birthdays and what I got them. So often I hear my friends complain, “Oh, I don’t know what to get him, he’s so…
If you’re in the market for a new lens, but aren’t quite sure where to look, I suggest taking a look at the Canon 50mm f1.8 lens. Canon’s cheapest lens at around $130, this is a beautiful tool for portraits and filming. The wide aperture makes this a “fast” lens, meaning it lets in lots…
Simple and affordable, an uprising popular trend. Basic white v-necks are an essential to any wardrobe, mens and ladies. Here are some quick tips and ideas on how to wear a basic white v-neck. Men: Jeans: A great way to accessorize a basic white v-neck with a casual spin is to pair it off with…