Mandolin

Mandolin

The mandolin and ukulele share such strong similarities in sizes and shapes that, to the average person, they might be deemed similar. However, these instruments are distinct and intriguing in their own way. Sharing a common ancestor called the “lute”, these string instruments are worlds apart. Although you can tune both instruments to resemble the…

Plant-Based Omega 3

Plant-Based Omega 3

A friend’s decision to eat plant-based foods made me consider the merits. Whether a 30-day fad diet or as a millennial planet-conscious lifestyle choice, the omega-3 nutrition debate grows: do plant-only diets have enough essential fatty acids to fuel a healthy body and mind? Plant-based eating paired with restrictive animal-derived foods edge upwards in nutritional…

Ambidexterity

Ambidexterity

So, you’ve heard that being able to use your left and right hand with the same ease and expertise will make you not only faster but also smarter. Now you’re eager to get both of your hands equally, well, handy. Let’s find out whether you can teach yourself to be ambidextrous – and if this…

Trap Music

Trap Music

In recent years a new subgenre of Hip-Hop, known as Trap, gained popularity worldwide. Many contemporary artists create careers from the newfound popularity of Trap, and older artists have been changing their sound to “stay relevant.” However, many people have noticed that Trap music always seems to sound the same. Why does it all sound…

Cats

Cats

Cats are notoriously known for eagerly lapping up a bowl of milk as a special treat. Cats happily enjoy this luxury, but as many cat owners can testify, the unpleasant consequences of feeding their kitty dairy products can be pretty catastrophic. How can one know whether your furry friend has the misfortune of being lactose…

Coastal Plants

Coastal Plants

Growing a coastal garden seems relatively easy until you consider the challenging environment the plants have to survive. Coastal plants are some of the hardiest available and generally withstand most salt and wind conditions. Common salt and wind tolerant plants include Gazania Daisy, Rosemary, Oleander, Sea Oxeye Daisy, Beach or Dune Sunflower, Crown-of-Thorns, Confederate Jasmine,…

HTML

HTML

If you regularly work with HTML code or have recently begun doing so, you may have found yourself asking why your code is showing up as text instead of a standard HTML file. There are a few reasons why this may happen, and all these issues have a simple solution. So don’t delete your code…

Lavender

Lavender

Growing lavender is extremely rewarding. It is scarce that so many features molds in one plant.  True to its name, it is aesthetically pleasing to look at and has an intoxicating fragrance. It’s remarkable how a plant of that caliber is so resilient to flourish in full sunlight. However, the question remains can it grow…

Brittany Dogs

Brittany Dogs

When heading out on a hunt with your trusty gundog by your side, you need to mirror each other’s movements and almost know beyond doubt what your partner will do in every possible scenario. If you are starting the hunting journey with a Brittany dog or adding a different skillset to your existing pack, you…

Boxing & Wrestling

Boxing & Wrestling

From the beginning, mankind has sought to challenge oneself in the art of hand-to-hand combat. Across both time and space, two pillars of “Western” martial arts have stood tall, namely wrestling and boxing. Yet the eternal question remains: which is harder? To quote Tyson Fury: “I would say there is 100 times more impact than…

Tarot Cards

Tarot Cards

Have you ever dabbled in divination tools? I’ve spent a good couple of years taking the intuitive leap to learn all about the tarot. I have often wondered about the layout of the cards, the imagery, the wording, and the story behind the tarot. I’ve wondered why some cards are filled with beautiful imagery, affirmations…

Paint Horses

Paint Horses

With many options available as good beginner horses for new riders, paint horses are an interesting consideration. Finding a good beginner horse for those wanting to embark on their equestrian journey may be a challenging feat. Making the right choice can determine if the remainder of your equestrian journey will be good or great. Paint…