Let’s Hear It For The Women

In case you already haven’t heard through social media, today is the 43rd International Women’s Day. Today is a day that we celebrate all women, all that we’ve accomplished, and all that they aspire to day. Furthermore, I think it’s so important that we acknowledge women and the crucial role they play in our society.Continue reading “Let’s Hear It For The Women”

Rest In Peace, Grandma

My grandmother, Joanne, passed away last Friday. Therefore, I would like to dedicate today’s post to both remember and pay tribute to her. When I think about my grandmother, one of the first things that comes to mind is her ability to overcome obstacles. My grandmother was diagnosed with Polio Disease when she was younger. AlthoughContinue reading “Rest In Peace, Grandma”

Guess Whose Giving Up Buying Books for Lent — Again?!?

Last year, I decided to give up buying books for Lent. The reason why was because I wanted to dip into the many books that I already had purchased and actually read them. This actually wasn’t that hard, and I was able to read 11 books that I had lying around and figure out ifContinue reading “Guess Whose Giving Up Buying Books for Lent — Again?!?”

Don’t Knock It Til You Try It! Positive Thinking Really Works!

One of the biggest cliches out there is to stay positive whenever you’re having a bad day, and somehow things will get better. I always questioned that mentality. I mean, how could you maintain a positive attitude at all times? After all, there are some days that it can be difficult. For example, yesterday IContinue reading “Don’t Knock It Til You Try It! Positive Thinking Really Works!”

Top 13 Of My Favorite Song Lyrics

Song lyrics are their own breed of poetry. While most of the music in today’s music (at least in my opinion), is geared towards radio plays, there’s something about a song that holds poetic and is beautiful meaning. Lyrics often have the power to inspire you to get through what’s bothering you, or to relateContinue reading “Top 13 Of My Favorite Song Lyrics”

Saying Hello to 2018

Today is the last day of 2017. Tonight, we will throw glitter into the air and celebrate a new beginning, a new book that will have 365 pages. We will kiss loved ones at midnight, drink champagne, and be merry. Out with 2017, in with 2018.  Across the world, many are pledging to do somethingContinue reading “Saying Hello to 2018”

Why You Need To Vote Every Year, Not Just in a Presidential Year

The year 2017 is not a special one when it comes to elections. Wait. What do I mean by special? Special meaning that it’s not a presidential one. In the state of CT, it’s the municipal one. However, that doesn’t mean that it’s not an unworthy election. In my one of my journalism classes backContinue reading “Why You Need To Vote Every Year, Not Just in a Presidential Year”

Coming Forward and Speaking Out

The Harvey Weinstein scandal caused many women – from actresses to screen writers – to come forward and accuse him of misconduct. As I write this, I am watching CNN, and listening to audio between Weinstein and one of these victims. The audio, just to sum it up, is of a woman stating that sheContinue reading “Coming Forward and Speaking Out”