Tom Hiddleston’s Loki: The Villain I Enjoyed More Than The Hero

I was immediately captivated by Loki, portrayed by Tom Hiddleston, in the Marvel Cinematic Universe (MCU). Perhaps it was Tom Hiddleston I was more interested in, yet his Loki had me laughing and intrigued. S, 🌻

The Longest Book I’ve Ever Read? The Odyssey On Audiobook

While I walked the picket line when our union was on strike, I wore Bluetooth headphones connected to my iPhone and listened to the audiobook The Odyssey by ancient Greek poet Homer – read by Ian McKellen. S, 🌻

Why The Best Advice for Someone Younger Is Never One-Size-Fits-All

The advice depends on the mental, emotional, physical, spiritual, socioeconomic well-being and family scenario of the person younger than me. Yet, at the core of every human is a desire to love and be loved. To feel accepted. To be treated with respect and kindness. To feel seen and heard. So, I’m not sure what…

Affordable Housing: The Change Halifax Needs Right Now

Affordable housing would instantly improve my hometown city of Halifax, Nova Scotia. Too many people are homeless as a result of a drastic increase in the cost of living with rent of a basic apartment starting at around $1500.00 a month, as well as the additional high prices of groceries, gas and utilities. Prices keep…

The Longest Trip I’ve Taken Is When I Fall While Standing

Typically, when I trip, the longest it will be is when I’m standing and fall to the floor. S, 🌻

Best Budget Travel Tip: Plan Every Detail Around Your Style

Deciding what kind of travel you want is important. Do you want to lay on a beach and snorkel coral reefs, hang out by the pool in a resort, immerse yourself in rural culture, visit a world famous metropolis, or go on an outdoor adventure? It’s been my experience that planning the details of the…

My Favorite Cartoon Characters: Goliath, Moana and Scooby-Doo

My favourite cartoon character is plural. Goliath for his protective strength. Moana for her independence and connection with the ocean. Scooby Doo is purely nostalgic as I grew up with this cartoon. S, 🌻

Are You A Shopper or Consumer?

This is easy. If I seek instant gratification by spending money on impulse (a shopper), without following a monthly budget or thought for the future, I might land myself in debt by living beyond my means while not planning to have money set aside for retirement. If I slow down, create a monthly budget to…