“Lousy kids… get off my lawn!” We all know that typical movie scene of troublesome kids playing on an elderly person’s lawn without their permission. Yes, a lot of teenagers do like to cause a raucous but let’s not judge them too quickly because many …
Most music videos these days have a fairly high production value with very sophisticated editing. But what happens when you record everything in one live take? Well, as musician Shawn James learned, pretty much anything can happen. Shawn James was doing a tour of Colorado …
Get a box of tissues ready because this is a truly incredible story that weighs heavy on the heart. Urban Elephant is an award-winning film about an elephant named Shirley and her keeper, Solomon. Shirley had spent a good part of her life in a …
Our world has certainly made a lot of social progress but the sad reality is that racism and other forms of discrimination still permeate our cultures. Even when we think we are just making a simple joke, sometimes we need to stop and put ourselves …
When it comes to Norse mythology, my knowledge is pretty much all derived from Hollywood movies. In other words, I watched Thor and the various other superhero movies that he was in. If you’re not familiar with Thor, he’s the hammer-wielding god that is associated …
Don’t let those poofy dresses distract you, these women can play, perform, and SING. Written by Secret Garden and later made popular when covered by Josh Groban, “You Raise Me Up” is modern hymn, and beautiful whether it is performed by a solo performer or …
I have many childhood memories of making arts and crafts. It was a lot of fun exploring the creative side of my brain and making something with my own hands only made me more curious about what else I could accomplish. Now that I’m older, …
When it comes to home interior design, everyone is all about hardwood floors these days. And with good reason! Hardwood has a gorgeous, natural look, coming in a wide variety of colours, woodgrain patterns, and finishes. But even if you opt for engineered hardwood over …
You know the saying: “we eat with our eyes.” So that’s why chefs and cooks alike will take the time to prepare their creations in an artistic way that will delight the crowd. Indeed, presentation does matter in the world of food. Fruit carving in …
Thanksgiving is a time for family gatherings and excessive amounts of food. And there’s no other food that says Thanksgiving quite like turkey! This delicious tradition is often the main event but cooking a turkey can be a tricky process. All too often, Thanksgiving turkeys …