A few weekends ago, MeTV (Memorable Entertainment, that is), aired two “mindful” programs on their Sci-Fi Saturday Night. Both the Village of the Damned (presented by Svengoolie) and the Star Trek episode “Spectre of the Gun” explored the notions of mindset, specifically instances of a fixed and a growth mindset. By delving into the mindsetsContinue reading “A Glimpse at Mindset through the Minds of Capt. Kirk, Mr. Spock, and Prof. Gordon Zellaby”
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Easter Blessings! (And a Sneak Peek Ahead)
Dear Reader, Happy Easter to you and your family! I hope that you find the peace and strength needed to carry on during these chaotic and trying times. But I don’t want to be depressing–it seems like everyone is these days. I’d like to thank you for all of your support! Thank you for readingContinue reading “Easter Blessings! (And a Sneak Peek Ahead)”
No Nut Roll, No Easter!
In my house it’s called “nut roll,” which is equivalent to “nut bread.” In Croatia it’s called “povitica.” The Slovenians call it “potica.” No matter what you call it, the famous dessert roll with walnuts spread inside is a traditional Christmas and Easter food. The dessert is a tradition for many European countries, which isContinue reading “No Nut Roll, No Easter!”
10 Things You would Never Hear the Dispatcher Say on Adam-12
Officers Pete Malloy (Martin Milner) and Jim Reed (Kent McCord) patrol LA and respond to a variety of criminal situations. Each crime, which is claimed to be based on real life events experienced by the LAPD, is announced by the dispatcher (Shaaron Claridge). Some of the situations turn out to be amusing, like when aContinue reading “10 Things You would Never Hear the Dispatcher Say on Adam-12”
Dear Ijeawele and Rejecting Likability
At Saint Vincent College, several classes across a variety of disciplines are reading the Feminist Manifesto. In order to promote feminism on campus, each class is creating projects to coincide with Adichie’s powerful suggestions. For our creative nonfiction course, we were asked to write a flash essay on an assigned suggestion. My suggestion was numberContinue reading “Dear Ijeawele and Rejecting Likability”
Monthly Mixtape: “Love Potion no. 9”–Thirty-Third and Vine is Safer
It’s still February, meaning love is still floating in the air–well, arguably anyway. A few months ago I discovered “Love Potion no. 9.” Once the catchy and bouncy song enters your brain, it never leaves! But that’s one of the wonders of ’60s music. Except the song wasn’t created in the ’60s. “Love Potion no.Continue reading “Monthly Mixtape: “Love Potion no. 9”–Thirty-Third and Vine is Safer”
7 Characteristics of a Classic Soul
What traits make you an old soul? Below you’ll find a list of traits (which is in no particular order) that I’ve come across in my reading and in my personal experience. Will you agree? Maybe you’ll find that you are an old soul after all! 1. The Old Soul is Rational Old souls don’tContinue reading “7 Characteristics of a Classic Soul”
When “You’re Lost and on Your Own,” Take Corey Hart’s Advice (Monthly Mixtape)
Music has a power that is so complicatedly wonderful, it is sometimes too difficult to string together into words. Songs have the ability to hold up a mirror to our hearts and souls, as if they knew exactly how we are feeling. Songwriters craft songs from emotion and the human condition. As a result, theirContinue reading “When “You’re Lost and on Your Own,” Take Corey Hart’s Advice (Monthly Mixtape)”
When in Doubt, Eat Grandma’s Pancakes!
In today’s fast-paced society, we don’t always have time to cook our meals from scratch. As a result, we tend to rely on pre-prepared foods, and pancakes are no exception. Sure pancakes from a box are still fluffy and delightful, but if you’re looking for a homemade pancake recipe, search no further. Grandma Norma’s pancakesContinue reading “When in Doubt, Eat Grandma’s Pancakes!”
Ringing in the New Year with Suggestion, Spectacle, and Serling
You know where you are when you hear both the iconic theme song and Rod’s eerily comforting voice. Ah, The Twilight Zone! Every year the Syfy channel plays a two-day marathon from New Year’s Eve through New Year’s Day. For me, this marathon has become a tradition that I look forward to, as I’m ableContinue reading “Ringing in the New Year with Suggestion, Spectacle, and Serling”
Confessions of a Classic Soul 