Author Archives: Gina

It was always like an adventure to me. Full cabinets, one after another, like lines of caves waiting for me to explore within. An abundance of bottles lining the benches like diamonds longing to be mined and released from entrapment. … Continue reading →

Since the beginning of time, humans shared stories. They shared legends, warnings, history. Every bit of what we knew was passed down, by word of mouth, to be learned and utilized by the next generation and the generations after that. … Continue reading →

When I was younger, I’d curl up on the couch in my living room with a book, usually a Harry Potter one I had read before, and disappear into its fictional world for hours at a time. Opening up a … Continue reading →

What is happiness? A quick Google search will tell me “the state of being happy,” “a mental or emotional state of well-being,” and even “the positive range of emotions we feel when we are content or full of joy.”  But … Continue reading →

The Kardashians. Snooki. Spencer Pratt. Honey Boo Boo. Just to mention a few of today’s “stars” who’ve risen to fame with little more than a part in reality TV. Over the years, reality TV has gained its fair (or maybe … Continue reading →

Double-eyelid surgery. Rhinoplasty. V-line surgery. These are some of the most common procedures in South Korea. A Western crease, a higher and smaller nose, a slimmer V-shaped jawline. Women all across the country risk thousands of dollars, weeks of recovery … Continue reading →

Diet Coke is for women. Coke Zero is for men. At least, that’s Coca Cola’s strategy. Released in the 1980’s, Diet Coke was Coca Cola’s sugar-free, low calorie alternative to its original drink. It’s marketed (in the US) as a … Continue reading →

“It’s Beautiful:” Coca Cola’s newest commercial, originally released during the Super Bowl, has recently created uproar among many people nationwide. This 60-second clip features many scenes of ordinary American life while “America the Beautiful” is sung in the background. While … Continue reading →

“[N]or shall any person be subject for the same offence to be twice put in jeopardy of life or limb.” This is the Double Jeopardy Clause of the Fifth Amendment. Throughout history, this clause has been widely considered a fundamental … Continue reading →

In today’s world, you can hold “face-to-face” meetings online. You can ask your phone to send someone a text message. You can ask your car for directions. Technology has become an avenue by which you can accomplish almost anything. Countless … Continue reading →