I don't believe in goodbyes

I really don't - unless you're a big meaniehead. "See you later" is a happier idea to deal with :)Photo SourceI won't say goodbye to this blog just because my course is over. I will keep updating in due time as things come up. Add me on Facebook and follow me on Twitter to keep in touch beyond the blogosphere.Keep commenting if you wish for me to post about things you'd like to hear! :)In the

Through the Rain

Photo SourceYou know that this person is worth your time when you guys get through the storm of difficulties and there still an overwhelming desire to still be with this person. Seeing so much of someone's great sides and then bad sides is not always an easy task nor is accepting all of it an easy one as well.There are things that drive us crazy, and things that make us hurt and really wonder if

Forever

Photo SourceWhat does that word mean anyway? It's just a word that describes the unfathomable concept of time that never ends. And yet, we say it for the sake of expressing our affinity for something or someone; we even use it to express how long we want something to last or not last.I've always sat on the fence for this one. I want to be spontaneous but at the same time, I want to know what's

Phone Obsession

Have you ever found yourself sitting by the phone waiting in anticipation for him or her to call? Maybe it's this cute guy you met randomly who asked for your number. Or maybe it's your girlfriend who calls almost everyday and today it seems out of rhythm. Maybe it's your ex who you long to hear from. Whoever it is, stop doing it.I, myself, am still guilty of staring at my phone waiting for it to

Clubbing 101 (for the gentlemen)

This is just my opinion and not any direct attack on your methods at a club.Guys, clothing-wise I think it's fairly easy for you to look good. Simple stylish jeans with an ironed dress shirt, shaved face and some cologne will usually do the trick.Now to get that girl's attention that you've been eyeing, please DO NOT, I repeat, DO NOT just come up behind her when she's not looking and start

Clubbing 101 (For the ladies)

Photo SourceThis is for all those single pringles - sorry I've been neglecting you.This is obviously not the only way to meet people but somehow people opt for this setting because it's the easiest to meet people - when they're intoxicated... and well even if you don't admit it, when you go clubbing, you have a slight desire to meet someone whether or not you retain them as a friend or more than

The Key to a Healthy Argument

Photo SourceSome say that when a relationship is all too dandy, there's something wrong. After a certain length in a relationship, there's gotta be one instance, or a couple instances in which the couple ticks each other off and then pride kicks in.Although I'm not the biggest fan of arguments for it makes me sad, angry, and all those negative emotions, I do believe that an argument can

It Is Finished

***Note: the following is an assignment for a course. Those may be the words of Jesus Christ himself, but will they be the final words that radio, television, and print in the near future?Here's what I think...Radio.Photo SourceA great invention in that it was created to communicate beyond distance with numerous people tuning in at the same time. I don't think radio will completely cease as we

Rule of Seven

***Although I only barely make the cut (haha), forgive me if I may sound hypocritical.And of course age is SOMETIMES just a number, and just because people grow old doesnt necessarily mean that they grow up.But the for the sake of discussion, here we go.Guys, the youngest girl you should date (for legal reasons and maturity reasons), is your age divided by two plus seven. For example, if you are

Mr./Ms. Perfect

Photo SourcePhoto SourceWhether we realize it or not, in the midst of our search of "the one" we subtly find ourselves developing our list of criteria of what we want in the other - tall, short, dark, pale, thin, toned, ambitious, religious, not religious, etc. and the list really never ends.That person must have to be the complete package - your checklist complete.I beg to differ. The greatest

Beautiful?

Photo SourceI remember listening to a radio show a while back when they were talking about Kate Beckinsale. Now if you don't know what Kate Beckinsale looks like, you're missing out. She has a very cute, yet beautiful look to her and leaves me in a state of mixed jealousy and admiration.Now the radio hosts were talking about how Kate described her relationship with her husband - she always

Pros and Cons of Cohabitation

Photo SourceI am a firm believer that cohabitation should only occur after an engagement and likewise, within a reasonable engagement period. Though sleepovers and "weekend cottages" may occur, it's not the same idea.I read an article on CNN and I thought it was appropriately written. See for yourself here.There are many instances when cohabitation does work out because the couple is intending to

Is He/She Passionate?

Is your significant other or prospective one not only passionate about the connection you two have between each other, but passionate about life as well? And everything that goes along with it?This quality is probably one of the prerequisites I need in a person to be able to connect with them deeply. I don't know about you but I love it when guys can sing or play music in general.Exhibit A: This

Interracial Relationships

Growing up in Toronto is probably one of the best things that could happen in your life (and London is slowly becoming like Toronto). I say this because there's so much going on and so much to see and best of all, it's the most diverse city in the world.That being said, interracial relationships are becoming more common and more prevalent and you'd think that familes that immigrate here would

How NOT to Pick Up (Part 3)

I shared the following link on my Facebook during the summer and generated a lot of acclaim and enough laughs - I am now sharing this on my blog for those who have not yet gotten a chance to be enlightened by this almost embarrassing situation...Which, by the way, apparently occurs often with this culprit.MUST LISTEN :)!Audio SourceThe story is this: a girl was out with friends having drinks on

How NOT to Pick Up (Part 2)

You can read Part 1 here.Now, this is more than a book review. If you want an extended, non-biased description you can go to Wikipedia.I was at an Indigo/Chapters bookstore one day and I overheard some guys raving on about what a great book this was. I was curious and I decided to see what all the fuss was about. I picked it up, read a couple pages and was instantly mortified.Mortified because I

How NOT To Pick Up (Part 1)

I'm starting another series. This time, it's on how NOT to pick up a girl/guy and sadly, I may be putting a lot more pressure on the gentlemen here because traditionally, the man is always the one with the initiative.I write about how NOT to pick up because frankly, giving instructions on how to pick up almost never works because it becomes so robotic and unnatural.Below is a video made by Wong

Long Distance Relationship Survival

Photo SourceThere umteen amounts of articles and how-tos to make a long distance relationship work. There are step-by-steps and all-too-many suggestions on what to do to instil longevity in relationships.Here are four suggestions that I found worked in my experience:Choice: You make the choice to be with one another despite distance.Communication: Phone calls, emails, messages, surprise visits

Taking Chances (Part 3)

Note: I had to omit some portions of the poem below because it was way too long. However, if you wish to read the whole entire poem click here.I thought this poem was befitting to Taking Chances in Part 1 and Part 2. Despite my opposition to confessing (because most of the time intuition is your best bet) and jeopardizing friendships ... this poem seems to speak a lot of the internal

Taking Chances (Part 2)

Photo SourceAlex made a comment referring to "the OC" ;)So, as I was saying in Part 1, there is the rare case that a friendship-turned-relationship that could work out, however let's see SCENARIO B...Boy and Girl are very good friends. They get along great, they hang out with the same group of friends, and hell, sometimes they're so comfortable around each other that they end up doing things one

Taking Chances (Part 1)

Disclaimer: This post is as per a conversation I had with a couple girlfriends recently.While I am a firm believer in taking chances whenever you can in life so as to carpe diem, maybe there should be some exceptions.Have you ever had a very good friend that you only regard as a good friend, have only considered them as a good friend, and would almost repulse you to think of them any more than a

Making It Official

Photo SourceWhat constitutes as an "official" relationship, ladies and gents? I hear a lot of, "We're dating/seeing each other, but we're not official yet."I used to think it was based solely on the condition that there would the "question" popped, similar to a proposal ... and maybe it still is, you tell me.No longer are we in the era of traditional dating where the person you DO start dating

Already Complete

I share this quote with someone each and every time they feel inadequate or even feel alone because the truth is, nobody should ever feel like that.I have it saved on my PC to look at if I ever have one of those downer days. Hope this brings as much comfort to you as it does for me!Just because no one has been fortunate enough to realize what a gold mine you are, doesn't mean you shine any less.

The Undomestic Goddess

Yes, the title is in reference to Sophie Kinsella's The Undomestic Goddess. (Good book, recommended read!)But that's besides the point.What I'm trying to get at is, after going to university I've realized how ... undomesticated many women are, namely me. My mom used to scold me about how if I didn't step my game up in cooking and cleaning, I'd never marry ...And now is the time when I realize

High Expectations (cont.)

Stuart suggested I do a FIVE reasons why we girls and guys should be satisfied with our partner, even if they aren't as 'romantical' (hehe) as Edward Cullen from Twilight.Movies and novels are fictional for a reason. Enough said.You wouldn't want people to take pointers from movies anyways. (re: Prince Charming?)There are so many things that go on in our daily lives that some people don't have

High Expectations

There may be exceptions to this, but this entry pertains to those of considerably legitimate relationships.I am guilty of complaining because maybe sometimes I am a hopeless romantic. Every girl has her envisioned fairy tale and when some things don't go her way, well, dissatisfaction occurs and then complaining commences.Do you ever wish that he/she would whisper sweet nothings in your ear more

"Outfoxed" for MIT2412

Disclaimer: This is for my course and is in no way affiliated with any of the topics of my blog... Be back for regular posts soon!Photo Source"Outfoxed" was definitely a great eye-opening documentary for critiquing the media that we are exposed to, especially when a huge media conglomerate was placed under the spotlight. Fox News, more often referred to as "Faux News" when criticized for their

A Family Affair

A saying something along the lines of quotes this: 'If you marry a person, you marry the family as well."Would you agree?Anyway, I polled my readers this past week on how long they usually wait until they would introduce their significant other to their parents.10% voted when they start dating50% voted within a few months30% voted within half a year10% voted never.While there isn't one

Monthiversaries

Some people might REALLY hate me for saying this, but REALLY? MONTHIVERSARIES?I partially agree that getting through a relationship month by month is worth making note of, and for some, something to be proud of. However, there are some that completely, I think, completely out of their minds. Extravagant celebrations take place each and every month (I would give examples but that would be too mean

BOOTY CALL!

Various definitions of the colloquial term can be found at Urban Dictionary.I'm not saying ALL late night calls can automatically be categorized into a not-so-lovely idea of "dating", but for the most part, if you find a man/woman calls you late at night in such a pattern just to "hang out" or "just to see you" ... sirens should be going offLOUD.Don't make excuses for his/her behaviour because

Love/Hate Relationships

When the honeymoon phase is over (first few months give or take), you begin to discover all the little flaws the other one has, the little quirks that completely bug you.So how do you cope?You begin to realize that, those little quirks are the things that make he/she who he/she is! Without them they would be an entirely different person ... you fell in love with that particular person, the one

Break-Up Remedies

Photo SourceUsually when you're the dumper, your remedy well, you just move on or suddenly have a new priority in your life whether it be school, work, new flame, etc.The hardest part for the dumpee, however, is to fill that void, the dumper, used to fill.I was quite inspired by this once former Xanga blogger when she wrote one specific post about how to get over a guy. I will make references to

Prince Charming?

I may only be able to speak for myself on this one but do let me know what you think!I love fairy tales - I love reading about them, hearing about them, watching movies/shows come up with the most amazing love story ever ... and there are real stories that you hear about from your friends where he/she and their girlfriend/boyfriend shared this most amazing experience or moment. A common phrase

Exclusivity

Things are so much more valuable when they're rare, hardly attainable. The most prized possessions are few and expensive, sometimes even priceless.The same goes for girls and guys alike, but girls more specifically. Now, I'm all for the "If you've got it, flaunt it" type of attitude but it didn't mean for you to start looking like a whore. If you're there to attract guys, boys, men, whatever ...

Best (Fe)Male Friend

In preschool, I remember having male and female friends.In elementary school, members of the opposite sex suddenly had cooties.In middle school, hormones kicked in and suddenly girls were trying to get the attention from the guys and vice versa.In high school, some of us grew up a bit more and maybe, possibly disguised some immense admiration for one another by deeming each other "best friends."

Your very First ...

Seeing that I have not indulged in the world of blogging, I thought it'd seem fitting that my first post here would touch on the oh-so-lovely idea of "your first _______". This would be my first post of an idea-centred blog, and I sincerely hope that this post would be your first of many reading occasions on my new blog. :)I remember each and every (well, most) firsts I've had -First day of