Ramblings

Mental Health Matters

UNITED STATES—There are always these conversations nowadays about mental health and how important it is to our overall wellbeing, but let’s be honest for a second. Are we actually practicing what we preach? We talk about mental health, but are we making movements to address mental health issues when they actually pop up or do we do our best...

A Fresh Cut Lawn Does Wonders

UNITED STATES—Summer is slowly creeping up on us, and as a result, that means it is time to get outdoors and begin work on the yard. That includes the front and the backyard people. It is not just about ensuring the front looks good, you want that backyard to look just as great people. However, I think it all begins...

Mother’s Day Is Coming People

UNITED STATES—Another holiday is upon us America, this one is all about mom. If you have been sleeping under a rock, Mother’s Day is Sunday, May 14. Yes, I’m writing this column in advance to give you some preparation because I have no clue, but there is something about Mother’s Day that has everyone in a panic every single...

Graduation Season Is Upon Us

UNITED STATES—It is that time of year people, May and June are big months for graduations. Rather it is from preschool, Kindergarten, middle school, high school or college. May is geared for the college students. For me, my niece is graduating from college and the family could not be more ecstatic because it has been a tough few years...

Sleep Stress: Part I

UNITED STATES—Anyone who knows me understands that I have the most difficult time sleeping at night. I cannot recall the last time I had quality sleep that was uninterrupted. For me, it is not difficult to fall asleep, my problem is staying asleep. I am pretty good at understanding my sleep cycle. It was something I truly picked up...

Media Circus Mayhem

UNITED STATES—Talk about a media circus bloodbath on Monday, April 24. Whew, that was the best way to describe what occurred with two of the biggest organizations when it comes to the media sphere. I’m referring to CNN and FOX News. Both organizations let go some massive media personalities that had everyone talking and I mean EVERYONE THAT I...

Major Retailers Going Out Of Business

UNITED STATES—The news I heard over the weekend was just devastating. Another big box retailer has filed bankruptcy and it looks like the end is near for the home furnishings retailer Bed, Bath & Beyond. The giant filed Chapter 11 bankruptcy on Sunday, April 23 and it is planning to liquid all its stores beginning this Wednesday if they...

Higher Education Woes: Undergraduate School Part II

UNITED STATES—I finished my first semester of college, where I think I came home only 3 maybe 4 times the entire semester. Summer was coming and I could be more ready to come home. I could have taken summer classes, which I consider because I could have used grant money available to me, but I decided not to. Reflecting...

Higher Education Woes: Undergraduate School Part I

UNITED STATES—In our previous column we talked about my process of applying for college, in this column we’re going to elaborate on my entire college undergraduate career. We’re going to discuss the good, the bad and the ugly people. As an undergraduate, in particular as a freshmen you know nothing; it’s like a blank canvas and you just have...

Higher Education Woes: Preparing For College

UNITED STATES—Do you have to pursue education beyond high school? That is a question so many people ponder. We have all heard that notion that having a college education gives you a bit of an edge when it comes to job opportunities. However, the thing plenty of people don’t tell you is that you are NOT guaranteed a job...