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How to Remove a Splinter

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Growing up, we had hardwood floors. I bet you can see where this is going: I ended up with a lot of splinters thanks to those floors! Many a tortured hour were spent under the bright lights in the kitchen while my dad dug splinters out of my feet and I squirmed and complained. Okay, maybe it wasn’t actually HOURS, but it sure felt that way! Something so small as a sliver of wood (or glass, or metal) can be a huge pain when it gets stuck under the skin. There are different things you can try to get a … Continue reading →

The Karate Kid Part II (1986)

Although “The Karate Kid Part II” was released two years after the first “Karate Kid,” it begins just shortly after the competition that marks the final scene of the first movie. As Daniel (Ralph Macchio) and Mr. Miyagi (Pat Morita) are leaving the stadium, they see a disturbing sight. Johnny, Daniel’s old enemy, has come in second in the karate competition, and that’s just not good enough for John Kreese, his sensai. Mr. Kreese begins beating Johnny up, to teach him a lesson, and even though the other boys step in and try to stop him, he is relentless. Mr. … Continue reading →

Happy World Turtle Day!

May 23 is World Turtle Day. The American Tortoise Rescue was the driving force behind creating World Turtle Day, the first of which was held in 2000. They picked a day in May because this is a happening month for turtles: they have mates to find and nests to build. I love turtles. I think they’re fascinating. It’s really amazing I don’t have a turtle for a pet. (Well, when I was about six or so, my dad did bring home a turtle for me. I lost it in about half an hour. We let it roam in the backyard, … Continue reading →

The Karate Kid (1984)

“The Karate Kid” is one of the most well-known films to come out of the 1980’s. Even though it’s over twenty years old, it still entertains and uplifts audiences today. Daniel LaRusso’s father has recently died, and he and his mother decide to move from New England to California and start all over again. The apartment they find is rented out by an Okinawan man named Mr. Miyagi (Pat Morita). Daniel (Ralph Macchio) has a tough time getting settled in school. Everything is just so different from what he’s used to. When he spots Ali Mills, (Elisabeth Shue) he starts … Continue reading →