I had never played Truth or Dare until last weekend when I installed the game’s app on my iPad. We initially dismissed it as juvenile, but as the game progressed and more of us started opting to tell the truth, things became a lot more interesting. From fun questions like “What’s your most embarrassing…
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The following is a guest post by David Roy, senior program assistant at the University of British Columbia, who helps teachers and non-teachers further their post-secondary education. Married with no kids, but a cat and seven rats, he spends his days gaming, blogging, reading, and trying to stay sane in this increasingly insane world….
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Silence. When words fail you Or you know They will cause more Harm Than good. Silence. When you’re Hurt or Angry Or just want to Get back at Someone. Silence. When you want To ruminate; When you’re Disappointed; Or when you’re Overwhelmed With joy. Silence. When you have So much to Say That you…
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Food is such a big part of our culture. All Indian celebrations have a heavy focus on preparing delicacies. Deep-fried mathris, calorie-rich laddoos, spice-laden curries…as unhealthy as these things sound, they are absolutely delicious. And I indulge, reminding myself to eat well during the in-between period. Being vegetarian is part of our healthy diet…
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Everyone has favorites when it comes to food. For me, food is not just a means to survive…it is meant to be relished, savored, appreciated, and enjoyed. I was never a fussy eater. Sure, I would squirm and make faces when mom served me mung dal (a kind of lentil) or lauki (gourd), but…
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Weddings are a special time. For most people, it is a time of celebration and parties. The ceremony symbolizing the union may vary in each culture, but the ethos is the same: it’s a time for new beginnings. A time when two families, not just two individuals, join forces. And society acknowledges, and blesses,…
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There are places You go to And know you’ll Never be able To visit again. Places that you Want to soak in Make them one With your being Through your eyes Into your soul. These are places That remain Vivid in your Mind’s eye Each detail Rich Like you were there Yesterday. You take…
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It came as a big surprise when, last week, Sandy and Pam e-mailed me: Mansi, You’ve made it to the front of the line! We’d like to highlight you as WOW Blogger of Note on Monday, June 7. Please let us know if that date works for you. If so, we will get back…
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As I type this post I am forced to sit up straight thanks to a back brace. Long story short, I pulled a back muscle while lifting something heavy from the back of my trunk and next thing I know, the doctor’s prescribing an anti-inflammatory, a muscle relaxor, a gel, and the brace. While…
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When you tell someone you Understand You’ve felt their pain You’ve been there, too, You’re empathizing. . When you pity someone Or feel sorry For them Or their situation, You’re sympathizing. . When you try To step into their shoes And lend an ear Or a shoulder, You’re empathizing. . When you try To…
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