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Choosing Colors That Complement Oak Floors

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  Get Laminate Wood Floors Choosing outdoor tile colors that complement your white oak floors and gray, black, and white color scheme can be a daunting task. The right choice of outdoor tile color can elevate the look of your outdoor living space while complementing the existing color scheme. In this blog, we will explore some of the best outdoor tile colors that complement white oak floors and a gray, black, and white color scheme. Dark Gray: Dark gray outdoor tiles can complement white oak floors and a gray, black, and white color scheme beautifully. The dark gray color provides a subtle contrast to the white oak floors and adds depth to the color scheme. The color also adds a modern and sophisticated touch to your outdoor space. Light Gray: If you prefer a lighter color for your outdoor tiles, then light gray is an excellent option to complement your white oak floors and gray, black, and white color scheme. Light gray tiles add a soft and subtle touch to your outdoor space while...

What Teen Pregnancy Taught Me About Life

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When I found out I was pregnant at sixteen I was in a hospital and had just woken up from a train accident I had two days before. I could not believe that I was pregnant; I was in total shock. Looking back now I did not spend even an ounce of energy thinking about how bad my situation was and how hard life was about to become for me; I thought about how I could make this work. Having grown up in abject poverty and apartheid era violence, surviving was ingrained in me and the total sum of my experiences had prepared me for the moment. I knew that I had to dig deep in me to find the strength to realize my goals. At sixteen, I was not ready to be a mother and finding out I was pregnant could have derailed my life. Instead of letting the situation take me off my path, I did what I've always done with any situation: I took the lessons I could use and moved forward. Before I found out I was pregnant I was a member of the Student Representative Council in our school, a member of ...