Riding the Coaster

Life is a roller coaster A twisty, turning run. Exciting it is Full of moments of fun Though it is not always an enjoyable experience Sometimes it goes too fast for my taste The ride is out of control And everything seems to fall in its haste. In those moments, I feel that everything has crumbled The ride is unappealing beyond repair. These moments are the worst And they are unfortunately not that...

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Jimmy Fallon's Take on the Tonight Show

The Tonight Show had recently hit a big milestone as host Jay Leno stepped down and handed the reins to a new host Jimmy Fallon (we recently wrote an article on Leno's last episode. Here's the link-http://ridgewordonthestreet.blogspot.ca/2014/02/a-new-era-for-tonight-show.html) The Tonight Show with...

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A Second Percy Jackson/Kane Chronicles Crossover

Last year, author Rick Riordan released the crossover between Percy Jackson and the Olympians and the Kane Chronicles, both penned by him. The short story was titled the Son of Sobek (here is a link to our review of the Son of Sobek- http://ridgewordonthestreet.blogspot.ca/2014/02/son-of-sobek-review.html). Although, the story garnered positive reviews, the story felt incomplete, and fans were...

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Son of Sobek Review

After the success of J.R.R Tolkien and J.K Rowling in creating a new, magical world, apart from our own,  where their books take place, Rick Riordan has sought to replicate the feat. At first, he was following the formula set by the previous authors, setting his Percy Jackson & the Olympians...

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A New Era for the Tonight Show

The Tonight Show is one of the most popular late night talk shows in North America, ever since its début in 1954. As it is around 60 years old, it has been hosted by a number of people. Last Thursday, February 6, the most recent host, Jay Leno, aired his last episode and is retiring after 22 years of hosting the Tonight Show. As Leno has been host for such a long time, his absence in the coming episodes...

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Being Friends With Boys (Book Review)

Being Friends With Boys - By Terra Elan McVoy Book Review The refrain featured on the cover is "these things can get complicated." For high-schooler and veteran girl amongst the guys, Charlotte that's exactly what she finds to be true. Though at first glance the book may seem like a...

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Ava's Demon is Sensationally Sinister!

Ava’s Demon Webcomic Review http://www.avasdemon.com Ava’s Demon is a haunting webcomic from upcoming artist, Michelle Czajkowski. The comic has been running since last year and with steady updates every Monday and Thursday, is gaining both substance and a fanbase. Skyrocketing after a recent...

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Super Bowl 2014 Was More Than The Game

The Super Bowl of 2014 on Sunday, February 2 marked the showdown between the Seattle Sea hawks and the Denver Broncos. The action on the field drew gasps and stoked the excitement of the neutral sports fans' hearts as the sparks flew between the two teams. Meanwhile, fans rooting for a specific team had their groans and cheers, intensifying the passion in the game. However, as the match had plenty...

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Marvel's Agents of S.H.I.E.L.D Episode 5-11 Review

Marvel has a acquired a taste for success that can't be satisfied with its movies. Agents of S.H.I.E.L.D is the company's attempt to translate their cinematic success to the small screen, which wasn't the smoothest transition. It has garnered fair reception, not because of its excellence, but because of the movies and its potential. The first four episodes managed to pass with a good grade, but has...

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