How do you cuddle a lion? It’s not exactly something most people would attempt. Lions, fierce and majestic, demand respect. Yet, life often places us face-to-face with human "lions"—those with strong, intimidating personalities who can be charming one moment and ferocious the next. I grew up with one.

My mother, with her booming laughter and quick wit, was also a storm of control and sharp words. Her moods taught me how to read the air like a weathered navigator—when to be silent, when to hide, and when to run. She roared, and I learned the cost of misjudging her temper: a wooden spoon across my cheek or the crushing disappointment of missing hockey practice.

Navigating her world taught me resilience. I discovered how to protect my boundaries, find my sanctuary in music and solitude, and eventually stand tall when the moment called for it. Understanding the rhythm of intimidating people isn’t about taming them; it’s about learning how and when to step forward, stay grounded, or walk away for good. And sometimes, the greatest strength is knowing that cuddling a lion isn’t always worth the scars.

Music has always been my anchor, weaving itself into my moments of love, loss, and self-discovery. In this personal reflection, I trace a journey through five poignant songs that once carried the weight of heartbreak but now resonate with a new sense of strength and evolution. From the euphoric rush of Closer by Tegan and Sara to the resilience in LP's Lost on You, each track tells a chapter of my story—of falling apart, healing, and rediscovering who I am. Join me as I explore the lyrics, meanings, and my evolving connection to these powerful anthems.

Learning to surf is not just about getting in the water, it is about a total body makeover, from mindset to physical transformations. This month is about just that. Focus. Putting my mind in control of what I put in and what the results are. Ready Set Let’s GO!

Self Love - How being a Pisces dictates the lens in which I view my own self worth.

Cooking for a loved one is the best kind of cooking. These muffin donuts are exactly that a recipe inspired by love!

When you have been out of shape and overweight, up and down for far too long… I am Sam, Sam I am, taking a journey to make my life how I see it and it starts from within.

Weight loss can be assisted with a little boost of your metabolism. Learn 10 ways you can boost your metabolism with food. 10 Natural weight loss tips!

Want a fantastic oatmeal recipe. This hearty peanut butter and jelly oatmeal with keep you full through the morning.

The Keto diet has quickly become the South Beach or Atkins diet of the past, only on steroids. All too often I am hearing friends and acquaintances tell me how I should switch to a Keto diet for weight loss. It’s simple, I am working towards living a healthier lifestyle, not one that can potentially put my body into more distress.

The challenges of losing weight are many. Seasons upon seasons of staving off healthy choices in lieu of fast and easy junk food make it easy to fall off the wagon, seek out less than healthy food and lifestyle choices. The Challenge of not being defeated was on.

Eating a well balanced nutritious breakfast is an excellent way to break the fast of the evening. Fill yourself with foods that come from trees to feel bright, energetic and more.

Fill yourself with the fresh flavours of super green foods. Start your daily eating with green tree foods blended together in a delicious smoothie.

When you have been out of shape and overweight, up and down for far too long… I am Sam, Sam I am, taking a journey to make my life how I see it and it starts from within.