“Always be nice.”I think this is one of the most misunderstood statements our parents and teachers have told us through the years. I mean, if you were like me, I used to interpret that as you always have to obey others, conform with the norm and say yes to everything thrown at you. It didn’t…
It is the squinty eyes for me 🙂 Summer is almost here with Memorial weekend being right around the corner! I already feel like May is going so fast. In Michigan, you might get a few warm days in May, but June is where it gets hot! In Texas however, the warmth comes in BLAZIN’…
Miscarriage: Life after loss. I don’t really know why I am writing this. I think it’s mostly because I have always been someone who needs to write their feelings down to really understand them. I don’t know if I’ll share this but if I do, I hope whoever is reading this finds some comfort knowing…
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As we start out the year, we all know in the hustle and bustle of adult life, it’s easy to overlook the importance of carving out time for fun and wellness. Yet, integrating play and mindfulness into our routines is often forgotten. Being an adult is often hard because it comes with a multitude of…
The Isle of Skye is made up of a series of rugged peninsulas, each with its own unique personality, scenery, and points of interest. Understanding the island’s layout is essential for visitors when planning what to do and where to stay in the Isle of Skye, especially considering the road network that also makes Skye…
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Some posts on this site contain affiliate links, meaning if you book or buy something through one of these links, I may earn a small commission. Read the full disclosure policy here. There’s this magical chain of islands in the North Atlantic ocean known for dramatic landscapes of blue-green lakes, steaming hot springs, and rolling…
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Photo by RIMOWA. “No matter how far or long, I only bring one carry-on,” says Rick Owens. With this first-time partnership between Owens and RIMOWA, we can expect a suitcase perfectly tailored to one’s needs and refined with the designer’s signature edge. When imagining the collaborated RIMOWA piece, the first thought was, of course, a dark,…
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There are certain careers or endeavors that are best guided by a cohesive philosophy as a foundation from which the individual operates, such as teaching, counseling, coaching, and even parenting. I recently had reason to “revisit” and articulate in written form my personal philosophy on how I work with individuals in three of the four…
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Upington is a town in the Northern Cape province of South Africa. It sits on the banks of the Orange River and is surrounded by several national parks. These are the prime destinations for the top thing to do in Upington. Most people come here for the wildlife safaris. People stay in the town and…
Editor’s Note: This is the second post in The Metropole’s theme for February 2025 “Celluloid City” which explores the role of and interplay between cities and film. You can see all posts from the theme here. By Grace Gillies The Rome in both Gladiator films is a landscape of monumental architecture subtly but pervasively inflected…
