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Positive Vibes Only

The solstice has arrived, the summer is here, and I couldn’t be happier to get out and enjoy it with those people I love. I am reminded on a regular basis about what is really important in life. As amazing as this life that we share with you all is, sometimes it’s important for me to disconnect as well. To put down my phone, say the I love you’s I feel like saying, and give my undivided attention to the people who deserve it. So to help you get into the summer spirit, I decided to create a summer cocktail that is Instagramable if you so feel like sharing it, but is more so meant to enjoy with your loved ones outside in the sun with some good music and lots of laughter.  Continue reading “Positive Vibes Only”

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Bloom Back!

Now that the semester is finally finished, I actually have time to breathe and do things for myself again. It feels pretty nice if I’m being perfectly honest. I’m now working part-time asides from staying busy with the blog, but it’s great to do things for myself and give back to those around me that I love.  Continue reading “Bloom Back!”

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5 Things You Need To Know

It’s Monday morning and the sun is shinning in Toronto. As I got onto the subway with a potted cauliflower plant (I planted too many at home so I am giving one to Catherine – #Adulting problems) and put my bag down, I noticed that a woman wanted to sit down and I was in her way. I adjusted my things and let her take a seat, smiling at her as I did. She smiled in return and the simple interaction made me happy. Funny how a smile can change someone’s outlook on the day. I guess it’s one of the many reasons why I love smiling as often as I can. You never know who you are helping with something so simple as a positive gesture. Continue reading “5 Things You Need To Know”

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Toronto Has A Temporary Rat Infestation, And It’s All Banksy’s Fault

TORONTO – Yorkville Village in collaboration with StART [StreetART Toronto] presented by AURORA and curated by Substance Art Collective has created a free public exhibit featuring one of Banksy’s most iconic pieces along side pieces from LA Artist RISK and local toronto artists. The Banksy piece featured is “HAIGHT STREET RAT” which was one of the pieces saved by art collector Brian Greif during Banksy’s “Tour de San Francisco in 2010. During Banksy’s time in SF he completed 6 large pieces, most of which would be tagged over, ro painted over by the city or building owners. This is due to a strict graffiti removal ordinance that requires building owners to paint over any graffiti on their buildings within 30 days, or be fined $500 by the City of San Francisco for them to remove it. The controversial nature of obtaining this piece would become the subject matter of the documentary “Saving Banksy”, which was also executive produced by Brian Greif. In “Saving Banksy” we see the struggles that Brian Greif went through to preserve this piece of art, so it could be appreciated by the public [The way street art is intended] and not just sold on the auction block, or worse yet painted over. Brian Greif to date has turned down countless offers to sell, with offers up to 3 million dollars. Continue reading “Toronto Has A Temporary Rat Infestation, And It’s All Banksy’s Fault”