J’s Journal

Blog about anything an everything. I will write about anything that is interesting me at the moment, ranging from Music reviews, Food reviews. Movies, tv, etc. Wanna give my writing skills some fun.

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Queer Film Recommndations

Being that it is June and Pride month has commenced, it is the perfect time to get into Queer films. Here are four of my all time favorite queer films. A mix of contemporary and older films, that also have a mix of genres; Mystery, Romance, Drama. These are essential to queer cinema in my opinion! Keeping this intro short to get you the list of films, so they can be searched for and added to your…

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Summer Film Kick-Off

Whether you are a student (like me) who now has finally more free time or you want an activity that will help to start differentiating the seasons; a film can be a great gate way to a new season and mindset. Here are a couple of films that I think can be considered summer viewing essentials. Dazed and Confused (1993) Credit: IDBM This is the perfect film to not only start off the list but also…

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Pruning in the Rain

On a chilly morning with a light drizzle and fog spreading over the North Lawndale neighborhood, a small group of people had gathered in a community garden on the corner of 16th Street and Hamlin Avenue in the Westside of Chicago at 10 a.m. The group gathered in this inclement weather to prune the trees from the community garden in preparation for the incoming spring season that is quickly…

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We Bury The Dead Movie Review

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Book Review: My Body by Emma Ratajkowski

My Body is a memoir by Emma Ratajkowski. She also famously goes by Emrata, being a combination of her first and last name. The book became a New York Times best seller when it came out. Thought out the book Emrata is very vulnerable and candid about her life and her experiences that she had from a young age to her life as of recent of before publishing. This book will interest you if you are…

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Event Review: Notre Talk 23: YOON AHN

On Thursday evening the Notre store filled with many of Chicagos fashion enthusiasts. They were all there for one of the Notre Talks. Notre is a luxury fashion boutique that carries a variety of luxury fashion brands in store. Their Notre talks bring creatives from the luxury sphere to the store to have a talk about their company, their latest venture, as well as questions the audience might…

Event Review: Notre Talk 23: YOON AHN

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Food Stops

(originally published in print for The Torch in March 2024) Whether you are living on campus or are a commuter, one is always up for a good bite to eat. Especially living in a city as big and diverse as Chicago the food out here is delicious.Well, you are in luck because I have gathered a list of my favorite Chicago recommendations for any Laker student or Chicagoan!  From South Side restaurants…

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An update

This new year has been a whirlwind for me. I started school again and I work and just life. I am going to try and post more and add some of the posts I write for the school newspaper; which I joined, and add them on here since they are considered posts but just on paper and not published anywhere else. So stay tuned as I update this blog. As well as with other types of posts and what not.

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Another 5 Ways to Destress and Relax

Continuing with my now ongoing D&R series, I comeforth with another 5 ways to destress and relax. If you are just finding this post, I have created two previous posts; PAUSE… BREATHE… 5 Ways to Destress and Relax and 5 More Ways to Destress and Relax . I wanted to create this post because the holidays can be a stressful time for everyone for various of reasons. So I wanted to come with some…

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Book Review: Unwinding Anxiety

Unwinding Anxiety: New Sciences Shows How to Break the Cycles of Worry and Fear to Heal Your Mind is a book by Judson A. Brewer, MD PhD. Judson A. Brewer is a New York times best selling author. He has over 20 years of experience working in the science research field of mindfulness and habit changes. The book helps you get t the root of why you may feel anxious. With working on oneself by…

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TRENDS FOR AUTUMN/ WINTER 2023

Autumn has officially began. Currently, in my city, we still have a few more warmer days left before it starts cooling down. I think now is the perfect time to revamp your closet with the newest pieces and trends for the current seasons. Back to Basics (Left to Right: Versace, Giorgi Armani, Courreges AW 23) One trend that was seen across the runways was basic looks. NOT in a derogatory way,…

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Question for the Community: How do you mourn ?

Recently my father passed away. While life has slowly been getting easier and the thoughts of him not being near has been feeling better because I know that he is still with me in spirit and in my heart. However, is it normal for me not anting to talk about it with friends and just keep it it as a family issue? Or is it normal for me to not want to talk about? It’s not like I’m in denial I just…

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Favorite Yoga Sessions

Over the years my love for yoga has grown exponentially. It has helped me in various aspects of my life, not only physically. Now I try and practice at least once a day, twice if I’m feeing extra spicy lol. But this is not something that just came at once, it is definitely that becomes a habit after a while. Nevertheless, yoga is an activity that I am always recommending to everyone.…

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Monetizing Hobbies

In the modern day of social media there is an immense spotlight on being successful or getting there. From videos on how to find side hustles to those videos being the side hustle; we are in an age where everything is monetized. I do not like that. I am sorry I am someone who like to embroider and have been told when posting pieces on my story “you should sell this !” While I reply thanks, I…

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FIFTY FIFTY: Who they are and their rise

By now if you have not heard of FIFTY FIFTY you will learn about them. With breaking records each week, they are a new girl group on the rise. Who is FIFTY FIFTY? FIFTY FIFTY is a four member girl group from South Korea. The group is Keena, Saena, Sio, and Aran . From left to right; Keena, Aran, Saena, Sio The group is under a new company Atrrtkt label and debuted on November 18, 2022, with…

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Trends for Spring/Summer 2023

Finally, the sunsets later and the tempatuer is rising. Spring has arrived and summer will be here quicker than we now it. Again it is time to store all the heavy winter gear and bring out the spring and summer clothes. It is now a perfect time to upgrade your wardrobe with pieces for the current season to be on trend. GREEN Throughout the catwalks across both men’s and women’s shows, fashion…

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Allbirds Mens Underwear Review

When I began to write this I felt a bit silly as I was going to write about my thoughts and experience using a pair of underwear. But after thinking about it, I thought that this is very much needed. Why? MAYBE TMI?? But I did not wear underwear till as of last year 2022. I did wear underwear occasionally, mostly in really cold weather; I live in Chicago, so the winters here are brutal and that’s…

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