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Entry 9 - 'Tis the Season: Why I'm Head Over Heels for Christmas

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Alright, buckle up because I'm about to spill the beans on why Christmas is hands down my favorite thing ever. It's like this mix of magic and good vibes that hits me right in the feels every single year. Let me break it down for you.  First off, the whole gift-giving vibe is just awesome. There's something ridiculously satisfying about wrapping up a present or playing secret Santa for your crew. Finding that perfect gift and seeing someone's face light up? That's the stuff that makes my heart happy.  Christmas is like a VIP pass to kindness city, and I'm all about it. Then there's the whole festive atmosphere that just takes over everything. Lights twinkling everywhere, turning the world into a legit fairy tale. It's like an upgrade for cozy vibes, you know? Cold weather outside just means extra snuggly times indoors—fireplace, fuzzy blankets, and all that good stuff. And don't even get me started on the food. Christmas treats are in a league of th...

Entry 8 - The Dark Side of Fast Food: Unveiling the Health Risks of McDonald's

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     Have you ever been on the go and all of a sudden your stomach starts growling? As you come to a red light, you look to the left across the street and notice a McDonalds with a short line. Without thinking you rush into the line and order your favorite meal. Now, while you may be enjoying the taste of your food, your body is definitely not enjoying the effects of it.  In the bustling world of fast food, McDonald's stands as an iconic symbol. With its golden arches and familiar menu, the chain has become a global giant. However, beneath the allure of convenience lies a concerning truth: the impact of McDonald's on our health.      One of the primary concerns is the high level of unhealthy ingredients found in McDonald's menu items. From trans fats to excessive sodium, many offerings contribute to health issues such as heart disease, hypertension, and obesity. The infamous supersize option only increases the problem, encouraging overconsumption and ...

Entry 7 - Island Insights: Exploring Fortnite's Ever-Changing World

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  Have you ever found a new video game to play and it ended up being one of your favorites of all time? Well that's how it was for me in this case. As I was entering my 8th grade year, there had been so much buzz going around about this new free-to-play game that everyone had been trying out. Filled with curiosity, I went home after school and loaded up my Xbox. I went to the app store, typed " Fortnite " into the search browser, and began downloading the game. This would turn out to be one of my best gaming decisions ever. Since Fortnite just recently brought back their OG map, I figured it was only write to pour out my thoughts on the game as a whole! Fortnite Battle Royale was released on console and PC in August of 2017. I didn't start to get interested in the game at it's launch, but rather a couple of months after that. The game was still in it's very early stages when I first hopped on. I played through the end of season one and most of season two, but ...