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Cultivating a Meaningful Life

I truly view life as a learning process. I do not intend to sound as if I am telling you what to do, how to live your life, or even giving advice as an expert; I simply would like to share what I have learned. These simple keys remind me what is important in my […]

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Fashion Hits at the Oscars!

With the Oscars being known for awarding fine talent and achievements in film-making, it is also one of the biggest nights for fashion! Our writers Elizabeth and Tania team up to highlight some of their personal favorites of the best dressed from the 85th Annual Academy Awards, and who takes top honors with the best […]

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The Creative Approach To Life

For most of my life, the word creativity usually brought to mind colorful, artistic paintings, elaborate murals and sculptures, or exquisitely composed symphonies. For those of us who aren’t exactly artistically inclined, the notion of being required to do something creative for work or school can cause quite a panic. My mind would always flash […]

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Experiencing the Runner’s High: Why We Run

People sometimes ask me why I run. Why I choose to do what others see as pointless, unncessary, painful, dissatisfying, tiresome, and difficult. Why I chose a sport that is, as runners often joke, the punishment of other sports. Running is simple; it’s just that. There isn’t much equipment, you don’t have to catch or […]

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Crazy Little Thing Called “Love”

Love is a profoundly tender, affectionate, and passionate “four letter word” that has not only perplexed and captivated human hearts and minds, but challenged and motivated mankind to action. Often it can become flippant between its attributes showcasing an extreme high with feelings of adoration, to its lowest in the depths of desolation and unrequited […]

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The More You Know: Red Roses

University student and perpetual procrastinator, Elizabeth Rosalyn has chosen to put her Google/Wikipedia researching skills to good use by sharing her findings on random topics in her next installment of “The More You Know”. This month, she investigates why roses are considered the flower of love. When it comes to love, nothing symbolizes romance as […]

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Matt Damon: ‘I’m Going on Strike!’

Actor and co-founder of Water.org, Matt Damon announced earlier this afternoon that he would go on strike from using toilets, creating headlines around the world. Yes, you read it correctly. “Jason Bourne” is not going to use a toilet…

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He Said, She Said: Struggles in a Marriage Meet Confusion in a Friendship

With February being the month of love and the celebration of Valentine’s, we continue our series “He Said, She Said” where two of our male writers and two of our female writers share advice, wisdom, and provide insight based on questions from YOU! Our readers are our friends and we hope to help out in […]

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Carter’s Cause

This week has marked three years since a dramatic loss for my family. Three years ago on January 28th, 2010 a little baby earned his heavenly wings when his life was taken by the disease, Pertussis.

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Baby, It’s Cold Outside

Winter. Once the holidays pass, many of us are longing for the days of sunshine and being able to go outside without several layers. The cold weather wreaks havoc in many ways, the most noticeable may be found with your skin and hair. The sun may not be out, however bitter cold and being in […]

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Benefits of Having a Mentor

“You know, you do need mentors, but in the end, you really just need to believe in yourself”.-Diana Ross When we are children, fairy tales surround us. Bedtime begins with “once upon a time” and the lights go out with each “happily ever after.” Within the pages of these stories are princes and princesses, castles, […]

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A Dedication…

In 2004 I was heading to my home town for a Christmas visit with my family. My Gran’s health had not been too good lately, and I was anxious to get back home and visit her in the hospital. I greeted my parents as I always did, with a meaningful hug and the soft spoken […]

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Not a Book Report, Just a Thought: Why It’s a Perk To Be A Wallflower

“A coming-of-age tale in the tradition of  The Catcher in the Rye and A Separate Peace.. poignant… inspirational… beautifully written.” – USA Today  Listening to the low burble of people talking around me  enjoying their steaming coffee cups and crunching on chocolate chip bagels, I couldn’t help but smile at the irony of the situation. I had […]

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