Since 2012, it’s become an unofficial tradition of mine to visit California about once a year. I’ve had years where I’ve gone to the state more than once, and also once or twice where I wasn’t able to go at all. Still, because of my familial ties to California, to not visit is more of … Continue reading
Netflix is quite the powerhouse, isn’t it? With its own films, series, and special documentaries, the entertainment giant’s list of original content is growing. And although Canada’s Netflix isn’t quite as good as the US’ Netflix (why, Netflix?!), we still get some of the good stuff. The most recent documentary I watched happened to be … Continue reading
It’s taken me a while to write this post. Why? Honestly, I think it’s because this is a sensitive subject. It’s never easy to talk about race, gender, or politics. I usually try to stay clear of those subjects on here, but if I said I wasn’t in-tune with those things, I’d be lying. After … Continue reading
I have a confession to make: this year hasn’t been the “easiest” year so far. I’ve already had to deal with a few hurdles that could potentially break anyone down. Having said that, I’m grateful for the experiences. I’ve seen myself grow in a short amount of time, because of all the difficulties I’ve had … Continue reading
I’m the same person I was when I was 6 or 7 years old. I’ve always been highly motivated by a desire to do something “greater” for the world, rather than achieving things for personal pride or pleasure. I don’t think a day has gone by where I haven’t thought, “I want to make x, … Continue reading
I may never fully understand what it means to be a refugee. From my understanding of the term ‘refugee’, I know that it means to seek refuge due to unstable circumstances in one’s homeland (for varying reasons). I understand that my parents were a type of ‘refugee’, as many people of their heritage are. They’re highly … Continue reading
It’s a common desire, this need to “travel the world”. Lots of people talk about it as though it’s some easily-achieved goal, as though there’s a checklist they can conquer within the span of a few years. It’s almost trendy to be a traveller, or to plan travels at all. Yet, despite many young people … Continue reading
