With February being the month of love and the celebration of Valentine’s, we introduce the first of many interactive advice columns titled “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 […]
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Following the Signs with “Silver Linings Playbook”
When life gets us down, it can be hard to pull yourself back up and figure out where to go next. At times it can feel like a long process of wandering through bouts of depression and anger; resentment of misunderstanding personal purpose and a sense of overall frustration, but those bends in the road […]
Top 10 Films of 2012
The months of January and February are well known in the entertainment industry as an opportunity for studios to highlight the award nominated films of the past year. With the upcoming Academy Awards and reflection on all that 2012 had to offer cinema attendees, let’s review some of the best works in film that have […]
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.
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 […]
Rhyming Riddle: Where Am I?
Can you guess where our writer is located before the last couplet? Try to piece together the clues before the rhyme is complete.
A Message About ‘A Messenger’
For some, there’s stigma attached to the ‘American Idol’ machine that has cranked out superstars like Kelly Clarkson, Jennifer Hudson, Carrie Underwood, Chris Daughtry and Adam Lambert, to name a few, but I can’t see why. Before I delve into the real subject of this article, I’d like to defend the show’s credibility by simply […]
Robert’s 2013 Boxing Wish List
I was four years old when I witnessed my very first boxing match, which was the WBA and IBF heavyweight title bout between defending champion Evander Holyfield and challenger Bert Cooper on November 23, 1991. I remember that bout simply for the warrior mentality Holyfield displayed that night, retaining his titles via seventh-round technical knockout. Throughout […]
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, […]
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 […]
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 […]
Peyton Manning: The Comeback Kid
If there’s one thing I’ve come to realize in my years of watching football, it’s that it’s a lot like life which is full of feelings and strategy. They both have us tackling our problems head-on while blocking out our fears in order to protect the dreams we cherish. With any chance we get, they […]
25 Ways to Feel Happier and Be Fearless in 2013
It’s January, and so starts a new year; so does a new year equal a new you? Don’t even question it anymore: 2013 should be your year. The start of a new 365-day cycle gives us a clean slate to start all over, make amends, achieve our goals, and fulfill our wishes. We make resolutions […]
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