So I saw a lot of these posts going around the interwebs, and I thought I would contribute. I may only be 17, but my pre-adolescent days had enough moments to cringe over, so here we go – a letter to my 12 year old self. Dear Me, Uh, hi. It’s you, from the…
I have been closely following news on superheroes and superhero movies for quite a while, so here goes: Jared Leto to Joker- the Transformation Recently, Jared Leto cut his hair short and dyed it platinum blonde. Finally we get to see Joker resurface after almost a 7 year hiatus. Personally, I’m very pumped for all the…
One month into second semester and already we’re well into the month of March! If you’ve found yourself slightly stressed and looking for a break from school, or just looking for a fun getaway, here are a number of events and fun things you can look out for this month: See a Drama Production!…
In a realm that is still presumptuously led by males, the field of STEM (science, technology, engineering, and mathematics), has showcased the power and potential of women in their respective positions. To commemorate International Women’s Day, let us explore some of the most significant female figures who carved the path of present day science. 1.…
Are you passionate about peace? Are you concerned about conflict in our world? Come help shift the consciousness. You are invited to come out to the Peace Bridge on Memorial Drive on Saturday, March 14, 2015 at noon to join Calgarians from all walks of life to walk in the name of Peace. Join us on the…
It is that time of the year! Graduation season is right around the corner, but you are stressed! It is the first time you would be attending prom, so how to get ready for it? Well, worry not, my (in)experience comes in handy! Time to Prom: 1 Week Start your skincare routine. Try to…
Industrial designer and graduate student from Hadassah College, Naomi Kizhner has done something I find very interesting. She has designed jewelry that is theoretically supposed to extract energy from the wearer’s own body. The jewelry is supposedly embedded into the person’s veins and uses their blood to turn small wheels inside the device. When I…
This week, I’ll be talking about guilty pleasures. We all have one, or in my case, a couple of them. I will be talking about my absolute favorite guilty pleasures I have. For one thing, lately I’ve been making great Oreo Milkshakes. For me I used no recipe! I’ve been doing it trial and error I…
In English class, one of the themes we have been focusing on lately is the notion that people shouldn’t let fear run their lives because cowardice can be more dangerous than bravery. I believe that this is a very important thing to remember. The following is a story which I wrote that represents this theme:…
4. Grimm Grimm is a horror/action/mystery TV show that follows Nick Burkhardt, a Portland detective who lives a very “different” life. As a Grimm, he is able to see creatures that many cannot see. Many people in Portland are vesen, meaning that they are able to turn into different creatures. Nick, alongside his fellow detectives work to…
Since Valentine’s Day is in February, the “most people watched” list is filled with romance films and Valentine’s Day related movies. At the first glance, they might seem like cliché chick flicks (which most are), however, these movies are really very enjoyable. Here are my 5 top movies for February: 1. The Best of Me…
There is nothing I depend on more than good, quality music. I find myself constantly hungry to find new artists to listen to, though sometimes it can be quite difficult and time consuming to forage around for a couple of new tunes. When I do find these new gems, however, you may find me listening to them on repeat…
After one exhausting week, it is finally time to relax and detox the brain from all the stress that has been clogging it. Yes, my dear readers, it is a long weekend. Days to sleep in, and of course, tons of opportunities to catch up with the city as it bustles with life. I have…
Sleep can be a tricky thing for many people. Students, especially, may feel the burden of having to balance school and other social obligations on the plate. Studies show that teenagers need about 8 1/2 to 9 hours of sleep each night. But the reality is that, on average, teens manage only 7 to 7 1/4 hours…
Ah, a day about love. For the fortunate people who have a significant other to share the day, congratulations. But let’s celebrate the rest of us. Valentine’s Day does not merely have to be this pinnacle of days to share romantic gestures or–for others–sitting on the couch watching Ryan Gosling and crying over how…