As the weather starts to become friendlier and warmer, we can’t wait to spend more time staying and playing outdoors than to stay behind doors all day every day. Some go out and play, while others travel across towns to enjoy a change in scenery. Also, a rising outdoor activity that families and friends enjoy even without a celebration is picnics. People choose to pack some blankets and food, pick an area with a scenic view, and viola, a great time with family over good food with an even better view. But, what if you don’t want to travel far for a picnic lunch? Don’t worry because backyard pic ..read more

Hop on Back to the Future’s DeLorean time machine and let’s have a blast from the colorful past. Before texts and video calls became a thing, the sure-fire way to know where your friends are hanging out is to see which front yard has the most number of bikes sprawled all over the garage. If not bikes, then the most number of mismatched pairs of shoes lined in the front door. And when we hang out, we don’t simply stay inside, we enjoy the sun and sweat all day. We all have our favorite old-school outdoor games, right? How about we pass these 90s outdoor games on to live on tradition? Why Play ..read more

Snow begins to melt and green tufts of grass start to dot a previously white scenery. Yellows, reds, and purples also begin to bloom in the fields. Birds happily chirp about the day, trees begin to brighten with vibrant and lush colors once again. People start to open doors, windows, and curtains too, welcoming the much-needed bright natural light from the sun. Spring is here and it’s time to enjoy the sun and the pleasant hum of nature as life blooms once again. Spring and New Beginnings: Why Do We Look Forward to Springtime? After months of long nights and colder days, springtime finally cu ..read more

A woman can be many things at once.  She is beautiful, charming, cute, and proper.  Sometimes, she is opinionated, passionate, and strong-willed.  But, women are rarely described as someone strong, per se.  If someone daresay describe a woman who is strong, it is almost always followed by a string of reasons; of justifications. She is so strong for bearing the responsibilities of a young mother. She is strong for dominating a field full of men. She is strong for speaking up about her experiences of abuse.  Can’t a woman just be strong without any validation from the th ..read more

Power, who holds it? Does it only belong to men as societal norms dictate? No. It is for everyone—those who have the heart to lead, the will to succeed, and the courage to carry on. Power is not exclusive to men. Every person of every gender can bear it, especially women. Now, if I ask you to list down the most powerful women you know, how many hours do I have to wait until I see you write your name? Or have you ever thought about how much power you hold? If you don’t know how strong you are, let these quotes from badass women remind you. Best Girl Power Quotes from Real Women From past to pre ..read more

Leadership is a skill that is inherent in anyone, regardless of gender. However, common practice and societal norms place the pressure of leadership on men. History is full of narratives of how men lead troops or how this man founded a country. But, surely, leadership is more than that, especially now. Women know the ropes and can reign at the helm as much as men do. It’s time to step away from placing gender roles in leadership. Leadership shouldn’t be a gendered quality.  Presence of Matriarchal Societies  Even if there are claims that leadership comes naturally to men, it comes na ..read more

Let’s celebrate the qualities that make up a woman through the most female iconic characters in movies and literature. Woman—her strength, her persistence, her tenacity, her beauty. The media’s portrayal of women in movies and literature can be oftentimes questionable, such as enclosing them in old-fashioned stereotypes of being helpless on their own. But, thank goodness, there are female characters who stood out from the rest. In both television and books, creators gave birth to iconic female characters who are now beacons for women and little girls alike.  Over the years, females as the ..read more

We celebrate culture because we celebrate life. All over the world, people gather together and celebrate cultures and long-standing traditions that make up their identity. As the people grow, the culture grows too. Let’s look into the different cultural festivals around the world, how it started and how it is celebrated today. From Black cultural events to Hispanic, and niche culture celebrations, we have it all covered.  What is a Cultural Festival Let’s define what a cultural festival is and why is it so important to continue celebrating it. We will first define each word in the phrase ..read more

There’s something so enticing about traveling. The anticipation, preparation, and excitement of staying and relaxing in a new place for the first time. Whether by air, sea, or land, travelers buzz with excitement as they await their new adventure. Aside from the relaxation and enjoyment that comes with traveling, it also promises both discovery and rediscovery. Discovery of new favorite and comfort places. It also opens the possibility of rediscovering yourself, your local community, and your county.  Discover One of the reasons why traveling is such an enjoyable experience because it bec ..read more

Building a relationship from scratch is tough work. It requires a lot of effort, patience, and understanding. That’s why most of us are in denial when we need to cut off the relationship. Ending a relationship, much like building it, requires a lot of work too. It requires tying loose ends and exerting effort to soften the blow. It also requires long hours of mulling over. It’s not the kind of decision that you can easily take back after putting it out. Perhaps you need help, here are some signs that your relationship is long over. Signs that Your Relationship is Over Relationship dynamics var ..read more