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He Said, She Said: Hesitation with ‘Coming Out’

‘Coming out’ isn’t always easy but it is a positive experience tied into a very personal and deep emotional process. One of the first steps in coming out is being able to recognize one’s own sexual identity and working toward self-acceptance.

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Community College Isn’t As Bad As You Think: Learnings from a Current Student

February 10, 2012 was one of the worst days of my life. I found out then that I had been denied admission to my dream school, the University of Florida. I was absolutely heartbroken, but after bawling my eyes out for a couple hours, I realized that I still wanted to be a Gator.

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He Said, She Said: Dating Your Best Friend’s Ex

Have you ever dated your best friend’s ex? There are no actual rules when dating someone, but there is that one unwritten rule that can often lead to an ugly love triangle or an altercation with your best friend.

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Happy Mother’s Day from The Hudsucker!

From all of us here at The Hudsucker, we wish you and your mothers a very Happy Mother’s Day! The day devoted to our favorite lady reminds us to honor not just mothers and motherhood, but mother figures, maternal bonds, and the influence of such nurturing roles in our society. We thank mothers for all they’ve […]

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He Said, She Said: Taking a Break During a Marriage

If your relationship is in shambles and you can’t afford a divorce, the less drastic option that many couples pursue is taking a break. With the strain of finances, a mortgage, children, work, socializing and even pursuing an education, it tests the strongest of relationships. At times things go extremely well and your relationship blossoms in every […]

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Dial H For Hitchcock: An In-Depth Discussion About ‘The Master of Suspense’

Alfred Hitchcock, known by many as the “Master of Suspense” is one of the most influential filmmakers of the 21st century. He has a reputation for high-art filmmaking with an enormous popularity. To this day his films continue to capture and fascinate audiences of all ages and though this is not common for a lot […]

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Reasons Why You Should Be Following “The Following”

As many TV watchers and film critics have proclaimed, a new show on FOX has made quite an impression. The Following, starring well known and talented movie actor Kevin Bacon, has been quite a hit for a variety of reasons.

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He Said, She Said: Being The Third Wheel

At some point or another, we’ve all experienced being a third wheel. You may have heard the expression before and while it’s not the most pleasant experience, it is something we most often can’t avoid when hanging out with friends and their new significant others. Being one is usually considered a negative thing in any […]

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He Said, She Said: Falling in Love With Your Best Friend

Friendships are a key component to our lives and help us grow emotionally and mentally. In all its beauty, the dynamic is essentially rooted in a specific concern and care for a friend. Most times it’s a concern and care which might reasonably be understood as a kind of love, though at times a broader […]

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Chase Your Dream Today

Are you chasing after your biggest goals in life? If you aren’t, what fears are stopping you? It is easy to be intimidated by questions like these. It is even easier to push these crucial thoughts to the back of your mind while telling yourself you will deal with it later.  But when does “later” […]

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Happy Easter from The Hudsucker!

From all of us here at The Hudsucker, we wish you a Happy Easter! With the holiday reminding us that hope exists and nothing can destroy one’s dreams and love, we hope you all enjoy your day with family and friends. May happy thoughts, springtime flowers and good chocolate brighten your day! We share with you one […]

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Here Comes Peter Cottontail

Easter every year marks a special place in our holiday season. Not only is it a holiday that is light, easy-going and brings families together, but it also takes place at the end of March when spring is really coming into bloom. I’ve taken a look at the traditions of Easter, and some new ones […]

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A Little Bit of Pixie Dust, and a Pair of Running Shoes

A little less than a month ago, a pair of Mickey Mouse ears and a tiara were packed into my suitcase. The reason? I was traveling to the Disney Half Marathon Princess Weekend to compete with 15 runners that I coach for a unique racing opportunity like none other. The race took place on February 22-24 […]

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