Have you ever seen street signs that make you wonder why they were named the way they are? Well, what if we go one step further and think about city names? I’m sure there’s a story behind every name, and… Read More »What’s in a name?
Some things never go out of style. They look elegant, work for any occasion, and can match with almost anything in your closet. Converse All-Star sneakers (or variations of it) are one of those classic looks that look good with… Read More »Fashion without an expiry date
It’s pretty obvious that smoking and alcohol aren’t good for your health, but so is being sleep deprived. We all know it, but we usually turn a blind eye to it because we probably have a really good reason for… Read More »Sleep deprived? Foods that can help
A few days ago, I had a conversation with one of my besties. She was asking about how the transition to the new school year has been for my son, and I was telling her about all the struggles I’ve… Read More »Enjoying the little things and living in the moment
I’m sure we all heard the nursery rhyme “Ring Around the Rosie” as a child. Perhaps you recall joining hands with your classmates or friends while singing the tune, moving in a circle until you get too dizzy to stay… Read More »Ring Around the Rosie
I’m hangry. Yes, this is a real word. A real feeling. And a great way to describe your extreme hunger. Have you ever been so hungry that you feel irritated, and those feelings instantly disappear once you scarf down some… Read More »‘Hangry’ is a real thing
When you watch a commercial or listen to a podcast, you usually will hear a distinctive tune that is used to help a company communicate a brand (and make it recognizable to potential customers). Jingles might be the first thing… Read More »A whole new appreciation for jingles
“Don’t ask questions, just build” – advice passionately shouted out from a gamer (a.k.a. my son) to his teammates while gaming after school on a Friday evening. So, the first week of school is now complete, and what better way… Read More »Don’t ask … just do it
Do you know where the phrase ‘piece of cake’ comes from? This idiom, along with several other phrases, are so commonly used that we may use them without realizing their origins. Actually, did you know that most idioms come from… Read More »It’s a piece of cake
I just wanted to throw this question out there and see if anyone can offer me some advice. If you ever received an outstanding opportunity, but you knew that the opportunity would mean a huge time commitment, would you still… Read More »Opportunity or not?