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Comic-Con, but not really. Nerdy Canadian Heaven November 29th 2018 For those who do not know of Fanexpo, the best way to explain it is the Canadian version of comic-con. A nerdy heaven for people that love pop-culture, video games and more. To quote the Fanexpo Canada official page it’s “the largest Comics, Sci-Fi, Horror, Anime, and Gaming event in Canada and the 3rd largest Pop Culture event in North America.” ( https://www.fanexpocanada.com/en/home.html ). Fanexpo has something for everyone, it is a place where you can wait in line for a hot minute and meet someone new who loves the same things as you and can debate about it, you can support your local artist in the artist alley, you can go to “how to” events on how to photograph your favourite cosplayer or how to draw comics or even how to LARP. I have been attending for the last 4 years and some highlights of my trips would be, watching Matt Smith and Arthur Darvill sing Bohemian Rhapsody, attending the Back to the Fu...

Lil Wayne is a very smart individual who knows how to work everything into his advantage. His album is more thought out then most people would notice.  Wayne was signed onto Cash Money Records as the youngest member of the label at the age of nine and went on to be the flagship artist for the record label. This is where Wayne met his long time mentor Birdman who was the co-founder and public face of Cash Money Records, they even released an album together called “Like Father Like Son”. That’s why it was unexpected when Birdman wouldn't allow the release of Tha Carter V and Lil Wayne announced a $51 million lawsuit to get out of his contract, three years later the album was finally released.  Even though his album was postponed many times, he worked that into his marketing and this album was hands down his most anticipated album to be released, also being the first non-Cash Money release ever.  The album opens with an emotional introduction spoken by Lil Wayne’...

How Travel defined me  I have spent most of my life travelling, having lived in 4 countries and traveled to over 13. I see it as expanding your mind, opening it up to all the different possibilities life has to offer. I was once told this quote by an old French man I found on the streets of downtown Toronto, he said,” imagine the world is one giant house, and you are born into one room. Now imagine never leaving that room, that is why we must travel”. I like to believe that I have lived my life according to that quote. When I tell people about thus quote a lot respond with what if the room your born in to is amazing and has everything you may every want in life. Well if you don’t see how bad some rooms have it, however will you learn to apricate what you have. The happiest people I have ever met where those who had absolutely nothing. Who were living every day as if it would be their last. Those with absolutely nothing appreciates everything, and those with everything rarely ap...

I absolutely despise the “blaming the millennials for everything” rhetoric (like this video that went viral last year does) . We are not notably worse than any other generation, maybe worse off, if anything. The fact is we face unique challenges, living in a fast-paced world that we don’t fully understand while being represented by an older generation that grew up in a completely different reality and are dangerously out of touch with the challenges faced by those of us who are just starting out. This talk by Adam Conover talks a lot about the concept of generations and has a lot to do with this.  .  That being said, we really screw up on this one: This video is on point. Even though it is about the American midterm elections,  It is a slap on the face of a good half of the Canadian Millennials that complain about the current state of things, but don’t cast a ballot. To be fair, the 18-24-year-old vote increased 18.3 points last federal election, but ...

The Ultimate Weekend Guide to Toronto Hailey Levy Whether you’re a born and raised city veteran or visiting from out of town, this Ultimate Toronto Guide is your one stop shop for where to stay and what to do, see and eat in the Six. LODGING : The Annex Hotel:   Located at 296 Brunswick in the heart of the iconic ‘The Annex’ neighbourhood, this hotel is meant to feel like your home away from home. Everything is super-streamlined and do-it-yourself, a welcome departure from any classic hotel, with online check-ins and self-serve closets, forgoing bellhops and pesky lobby lines.   Rooms are aesthetic #goals, drawing on comfort and minimalism to make your stay as cosy - and stylish, as possible.   Photo courtesy of https://www.instagram.com/the.annex/?hl=en Click here to shop similar styles for your bedroom. The Annex Hotel is a leisurely walk from Toronto staples like BMV Books, Hot Docs Cinema, and Vesta Lunch. The Annex...

Are you really more productive when doing your work in a coffee shop?   Image source:  https://masterofyourusb.files.wordpress.com/2016/10/15897164697_2bd5860679_o.jpg?w=1200 The rich, warm aroma of coffee beans that filter through the air. Muffled chattering of conversations you’re trying not to get caught eavesdropping on. The gentle sway of music quietly humming away around you. It's the perfect environment to get your life back on track by getting some much needed work done. Isn’t it? Recent research out of Belgium seems to suggest it may be. Psychology professors suggest that simply being in the presence of others who are working hard increase our own drive to work hard; essentially implying that mental effort is contagious. But is there more to it than that? Is it the scent of coffee that gives us a well-deserved kick in the rear to get our heads in the game? Perhaps it's the ambient collection that mega-corporation- I mean, popular co...

Social media has led to a lot of great things - from sharing cute dog videos to the reunion of twins separated at birth . But have you ever thought about what your life would be like without social media? I’m willing to bet that you have, and for a number of different reasons. Maybe you want more free time to learn the tuba or volunteer. And while that sounds fine and dandy - in fact, it probably sounds like a better life than you have with social media - the idea of being disconnected from the world scares you. But what if I told you that quitting social media would make you a better person? Empathy vs. Social Media A study done by the sociology department at the University of Michigan found that “college kids today are about 40 percent lower in empathy than their counterparts of 20 or 30 years ago, as measured by standard tests of this personality trait.” What does that mean? Well, it means that people between the ages of 18-24 aren’t as concerned about seeing things from...

5 ways to keep your skin glowing Maintaining clear skin can be a lot of work and be very costly. In this blog I will be talking about the five different ways to keep your skin looking nice. Clean, clean, clean! It’s important that you wash your face every single day. Washing your face in the morning and before you go to bed is very beneficial, it helps remove all the nasty build ups found on your  skin . Dirt on your face such as, sweat, dead skin, and oils can create clogged pores and acne. Fortunately, there are special brushes and tools that you can use to keep your face nice and clean, such as the cleansing spin brush. You can purchase this soft and gentle brush on  vanity planet . This brush helps clean out clogged pores and extra dirt that your hands cannot do.                                ...

Take a moment, and think about this. Coconut trees, Black and white sand beaches, numerous waterfalls, and summer all year round. Did this provide you with a soothing and relaxing feeling? A gem with 365 rivers, Dominica , The Nature Isle could be your next ideal vacation getaway. Photo credit: Shanice Gabriel With so many historic and natural sites to visit and enjoy, this little island can turn you from city lover to nature lover. The Emerald Pool , and the Trafalgar Falls are indeed a must visit natural attraction when visiting Dominica. You will be captivated and intrigued by such peace and tranquillity as you delve further into the rainforests to reach your destinations. Enjoy the walk trails, and don’t miss being greeted by the different birds and wildlife you will meet along the way. The Emerald Pool has always been one of my favourite waterfalls whenever I decide to adventure. Although nothing changes, the ...