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Song: “Camouflage”
Brandon Douglas Brandon Douglas

Song: “Camouflage”

– B1-C1 (lower-intermediate to advanced) –

One of my favourite songs by CCM artist Joseph O’Brien is “Camouflage.” I feel like since the spread of social media, particularly…

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New Year, New You!
Brandon Douglas Brandon Douglas

New Year, New You!

– B2-C1 (intermediate to advanced) –

Yes, I understand that this expression is usually reserved for more physical changes, but why can’t we become a newer version of ourselves intellectually or mentally, too? After all…

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Christmastide
Brandon Douglas Brandon Douglas

Christmastide

– C1-C2 (advanced) –

Is this word new to you? Read today’s post to see what it means and how you can use it.

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Boxing Day
Brandon Douglas Brandon Douglas

Boxing Day

– B2-C1 (intermediate to advanced) –

Every December 26th is a holiday known as Boxing Day in British Commonwealth nations, such as Canada. This holiday is considered the second day of Christmastide, otherwise known as…

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