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What's there to say, really? I'm a Canadian Journalism student who loves to write. I've done it since I was a child and I hope to continue writing 'til I'm in my grave. Prior to Journalism I went to the University of Toronto, St. George Campus for English

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Entertainment > Movie Genres Deciding if more Star Wars films should be made: 1 of 31
In a word, no. No more Star Wars films. Don't get me wrong. I'm a fan of the series. I have been since I was young. I vividly remember spending hours on summer weekends bopping from garage sale to garage sale, looking for Star Wars toys to buy. Those were good days. And I'm not one of those nay-sayers who dislikes the new fi... More..
Relationships & Family > New & Old Friends Finding friends on the Internet: 1 of 30
Looking for a few new chums online but don't know where to start? Relax. You're far from alone. There are literally millions of people online who are in the same position, and they'd be all too happy to make your acquaintance. You just need to look in the right places for them. In many ways it's much easier to make friends o... More..
Pets & Animals > Pet Ownership Why people own pets: 1 of 29
The reasons for owning a pet are surprisingly diverse. Everybody has their own motivations for seeking out furry companionship, and so this list could potentially include as many entries as there are human living on our little planet. For the sake of simplicity, however, I'll try and narrow it down a little bit and avoid car... More..
Education > College Study Tips Test taking dos and don'ts: 1 of 26
Regardless of whether or not you know your material inside and out, taking a test is always a somewhat stressful affair. It's like being stuck under a spotlight and being expected to perform to the best of your abilities. Unfortunately, tests have a way of knocking you down a peg, especially if you come across a question ear... More..
Hobbies & Games > Video Games (Other) My favorite video games and an explanation of why they are my favorites: 1 of 25
Whenever I try to write one of these favorite video game lists I always end up sticking half the games I've ever played on it. I have trouble being decisive with my favorites, and abhor leaving good games out. So, to prevent that from happening, I'm going to pick my favorite game from each system I've owned and go from there... More..
Computers & Technology > Website Reviews Top 3 favorite sites on the Internet: 1 of 24
I've been to thousands of websites in my time. I've forgotten most of them. The majority are just a whispering in the wind, a temporary fad that goes as quickly as it came. Yet there are a few that endure in my brain. A few that have become truly invaluable to me, for whatever reason, and persist as constant haunts in my dai... More..
Celebrations & Holidays > Engagements & Proposals Best reasons to marry: 4 of 87
Marriage seems like such an iffy gamble these days. With divorce rates through the roof and settlements getting ever more costly, who would want to commit themselves to something that could fall apart at any time? Actually, there are lots of reasons. Marriage is not only the holiest of bonds, it's a practical advantage for m... More..
Computers & Technology > Internet Issues Why YouTube is getting worse: 1 of 21
When it first started out, YouTube was a fantastic idea. Among the first large-scale streaming sites, YouTube was great for finding virtually anything that had been turned into a video. Users could upload their stuff, it was great advertising for independents who needed some cheap exposure and the whole community was happy. ... More..
Hobbies & Games > Role Playing & War Games Website recommendations for free online role-playing games: 1 of 20
I'm not the kind of guy who can sit around role playing with a group of people for a long time. I did it when I was younger, and as fun as playing pretend may have been, there just wasn't enough structure for me to enjoy it. So when I talk about role playing games, my definition's going to be browser-based and relatively int... More..
Relationships & Family > Humor & Laughter Bombing gracefully: Tips for surviving a joke that falls flat: 1 of 20
Ever notice that jokes almost always sound better in your head than when they're stumbling out of your mouth? We all have our own sense of humor, and though it may overlap with that of others not everybody is likely to find something as funny as you. Luckily even if your jokes aren't that good you'll still likely get some la... More..