Ever since moving to a new Airbnb for an internship opportunity, I’ve been dreading the process of cooking and packing. During lockdown I was able to cook at my own pace, however, since having to work from the office, I’ve found that a new challenge of managing my meals has taken a toll on my… Read more »
Dear Barb: Hi, my husband and I and a couple of friends were camping last week and we came upon a situation where we weren’t sure what was the right thing to do. It was a nice sunny day and we were just sitting around reading and having a few drinks. Across from us were… Read more »
While I try to avoid thinking too much about what’s going on in the United States, especially as they get closer to the election, I’ve caught myself sympathizing with Trump supporters lately. It’s very strange, but I’ve started to realize that when I hear yet another tale of something outrageous that Mr. Trump has done,… Read more »
Scholarship name: Parking Solutions Scholarship Sponsored by: Parking BOXX Deadline: October 15, 2020 Potential payout: $1000 Eligibility restriction: Applicants must be enrolled, or due to be enrolled, in a program at an accredited university, college, graduate school, vocational school, or technical school, for the fall semester. What’s required: An online application form along with an… Read more »
Personal finances can be a tricky subject. For AU students taking on student loans, juggling multiple jobs, and supporting dependents, money can be a topic that induces anxiety and stress. Moreover, with the global financial downturn and pandemic predicament, many have struggled to make ends meet in the past few months. As a student I… Read more »
Hurrying down Toronto’s Church Street, I suddenly stopped midstride. Looking down, I smiled, as I saw my feet placed firmly on the rainbow crosswalk. After years away, I was finally home. Life in Toronto is often hectic, expensive, and at times, extremely lonely. Many Torontonians, including myself, leave for various reasons, but a large number… Read more »
I don’t believe suicide is the end. I’ve watched many near-death experience accounts and believe there exists an afterlife. I’ve seen near death experience tales where the temporarily deceased claim they go into an afterlife, even if the person was atheistic. These tales say that unconditional love, overwhelmingly beautiful light, and limitless knowledge comprise much… Read more »
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“Life is hard, after all it kills you.” Katharine Hepburn, 1933 Katharine Houghton Hepburn was an American actress for more than 60 years. She holds the record for receiving the most Academy Awards for a leading actor, as well as an astounding 12 nominations. Beyond her successful acting career Katharine Hepburn was a strong, independent… Read more »
