By Raven Fon

I’m sure you already know about artificial light and how it blocks our natural view of the stars at night. However, there is a time-lapse video from Sriram Murali, a photographer, which reveals the difference on our skies like you’ve never seen before.

Titled Lost in Light, the video shows us exactly what we are missing out on.  After watching the varying differences in light pollution levels, which starts counting down from level 8 in San Jose to level 1 in Eureka Dunes, you will want to run off to the nearest wilderness to do some serious stargazing.

What are light pollution levels? Well, they’re based on the  Bortle scale, which measures how bright the sky is at night, and also, how well you can see the stars. The scale runs from #1, which is clear dark sky, to #9, which is inner-city sky.

“Finding locations to shoot at every level of light pollution was a challenge and getting to the darkest skies with no light pollution was a journey in itself,”  says Murali. Continue reading →

By Raven Fon

Have you felt irrational anger, or frustration with someone you barely know? Or what about love? Have you ever been inexplicably drawn towards someone who you felt understood you completely? 

If you’ve ever had something like that happen, or if you have experienced any of the 3 following signs, you’ve probably met someone from a previous life.

1.You feel an immediate connection to them – or the exact opposite.

When we consider those people from our past lives, we usually think of people who were close to us, like  friends or relatives- maybe even those who we once loved.

Oftentimes, when you run into someone you once knew from your past life, you feel an instant connection.

But what if it is a person who you didn’t really like very much? Continue reading →

By Raven Fon

Did you know that drinking ginger water every day can heal a multitude of physical ailments?

Along with being a powerful fighter against cancer, ginger is known to be one of the healthiest spices in the world. In fact, for over 2,000 years in Asian countries it has been recognized as a medicinal herb that could cure almost anything!

After this short list of ways drinking ginger water can heal your body, you will find a helpful recipe on how to make ginger water using either the root, or powder.

1. It Can Help You Lose Weight.

There are several reasons why someone might need to lose weight.

Whether it is a pre-surgery requirement, a recommendation from your doctor, or a personal desire to be healthier, losing weight isn’t easy.

If you need a natural metabolic booster, try drinking ginger water. Not only does the ginger detoxify your system, assisting with shedding pounds, but it also helps suppress your appetite by making you feel fuller, longer.

2. It Can Alleviate Digestion Problems.

IBS affects 25-45 million Americans every year. It can cause extreme amounts of pain- bloating, gas, cramps, diarrhea, and even constipation are some of its unpleasant effects. But, if you have IBS (or any other digestive issue) you are in luck! Drinking ginger water can provide relief by relaxing and soothing the intestines, which helps remove all symptoms of IBS.

3. It Can Prevent And Ease Nausea.

One of ginger’s most well known healing attributes is its use in the treatment of nausea. For those who develop a queasy sensation whenever you  get into a car or ride in a boat, ginger can be your saving grace. In fact, it can be of great help to anyone who feels nauseous for any reason- even if motion sickness isn’t to blame. Continue reading →