On our recent Tanzanian safari we fell in love (love love) with the undisputed giants of the animal kingdom. African elephants are one of the most fascinating creatures to roam the Earth. With their incredible intelligence, social bonds, and quirky behaviors, they’re more than just big-eared beauties—they’re nature’s ultimate multitaskers. Here are 10 fun facts…
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This joint-essay was wriiten by Aushaf Widisto (aka Oswald / Oz), an urbanist, writer, and cultural researcher based in Melbourne, and Ann Guo, an urban anthropologist based in Seattle and Istanbul. Part I: Melbourne Into the Library Photo by David Iliff on Wikimedia Commons. In The Image of the City (1960), urban theorist Kevin Lynch…
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Sabrina Carpenter Brings Versace’s Biggie Sunglasses to a Whole New Level of Iconic As they say, big things come in small packages, so it’s no surprise that Biggie frames are coming back in style on the minute visage of one of today’s biggest pop stars. That’s right: singer and songwriter Sabrina Carpenter is now the…
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“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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