Author: Mark Wilson

Taping a hockey stick isn’t just about function — it’s a ritual, a personal signature, a battle-ready preparation that separates the casual skater from the true warriors of the rink. Some guys slap on tape like they’re patching up a leaky pipe, while others spend 20 minutes in deep meditation, ensuring every wrap is flawless. And let’s be real — every hockey player has their own way of doing it, and most think their way is the best. White tape or black tape? Full blade or just the toe? How about that candy-cane grip up top? There are endless ways…

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I’ll be honest — before I took my first trip with my cat, people thought I had lost my mind. “Cats hate travel!” they said. “They’ll freak out in a car!” they warned. And okay, yeah, maybe they had a point. But I refused to let my love for adventure clash with my obsession with my two cats, Mochi and Luna. So, I did what any crazy cat mom would do — I figured out how to travel with a cat without losing my sanity (or my luggage to an angry furball). And guess what? It’s possible. You just need…

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If there’s one embroidery technique that instantly elevates a project from simple to stunning, it’s the French knot. This tiny, textured stitch has completely transformed the way I approach embroidery, adding dimension, charm, and a touch of whimsy to everything I create. I still remember the first time I tried to make a French knot in embroidery — it felt like performing a delicate dance with my needle and thread. And yes, I failed. Multiple times. But once I mastered it? Oh, the satisfaction! It was like unlocking a secret code to an embroidery world filled with fluffy roses, tiny…

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I always wanted to visit Kenya. Not just for the safari or some influencer-style trip with perfectly edited sunset photos. No, I wanted the real thing—dust, sweat, unexpected conversations, and the kind of moments that leave you sitting in silence, trying to process what just happened. So when I finally got the chance, I packed my bags (overpacked, actually), and jumped into the adventure headfirst. If you’re planning a trip to Kenya, here’s what you won’t find in travel brochures. The raw, the beautiful, and the completely absurd moments. Visa and Entry Requirements: The First Reality Check Bureaucracy is a…

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