I just finished my poetry book. Long before Rupi Kaur and other Instapoets went viral for their iconic feminist poetry, I wrote my first book at 18, followed by my second at 21. They were called Bridge to My Soul and Garden of My Soul. However, as a perfectionist, I thought they weren’t good enough, …
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Dear Dad, The first and only letter I ever wrote to you was right before I turned 16. I was so mad at you I couldn’t speak. Since learning my ABC’s as a toddler, I’d been fascinated with reading and writing, so I imagine after our fight you weren’t surprised to receive a hand-written letter …
A diamond is forever. Diamonds are a girl’s best friend. Or, in the eternal words of our royal highness Queen Bey, “If ya like it then ya shoulda put a ring on it.” As a 27-year-old, unengaged woman, I have repurposed the time that I am not using to plan my wedding into in-depth research …
One of my favorite things about summer is the freedom to go from polished, makeup perfect professional, to bare-faced, bronzed beach mermaid. I look forward to experimenting with makeup and skincare every day, so much so that my routine is like a 20 step ritual every morning and night. But, I do love the chance …
You don’t need to worry about that. Well, actually, I don’t think you understand. Maybe you should stick to your own lane. I’m sure as you read the words above, you probably thought of the times they were said to you, and if you are like me, you might have read them in the male …
It can sometimes seem like everyone has found “their person” except you. You know the feeling. You’re at a restaurant, or a movie, or the grocery store, and there’s a couple in front of you doing cute coupley things. You can’t help but notice how happy they look, how great they fit together and how …
There’s Tinder for the hookups, Bumble for the independent woman who don’t need no man (but really wants one), Hinge for the more “serious” inquiries only, Coffee Meets Bagel for the hipstery “I’m just doing this because I’m bored” nights, Raya for those lonely Instagram influencers and the man who swears his band will have …
Boho and chic home decor are all the rage right now in decorating, and for good reason too. It combines the simple, yet vibrant elements of bohemian style with a clean, modern approach to decor. The best of both worlds, what more could you ask for? We were especially impressed by the ideas on our …
While it’s not an epidemic, nearly everyone has unwanted “stuff.” From the scrap metal left behind by useless kitchenware, piles of clothes that are never worn, that old couch that’s taking up space in the backyard, to the old junk car in the garage that you haven’t touched in years, having stuff that you no …