Slow living is about doing less but experiencing more. It’s a lifestyle that encourages focusing on what truly matters—whether that’s family, health, or simple pleasures. As more people realize the downsides of constant hustle, they’re seeking ways to slow down and live intentionally. But slow living isn’t just about mindset. It’s also about where you…
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Traveling as a couple is often painted as a dreamy, romantic escape, but let’s be real—it can also be a test of patience and teamwork! Our love story began on a backpacking trip in the Grand Canyon, where we navigated challenges like Jenn recovering from multiple knee replacement surgeries. Despite the trials, we emerged stronger,…
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With two recent hurricanes coming ashore of mainland United States in Texas and Florida, and the associated flooding, it got me thinking about future sea rise and storm risk areas in the Bay Area and how future train tunnels and stations might be affected if we were to have a big storm combined with sea…
If you follow me on Instagram or here over on A Fashion Fix, you’ll know we bought our first home in Brighton in August last year and we’re in the process of renovating. Our first project was the bathroom which you can read about here. Now, we’ve turned out attention to the Bedroom with a…
Beautiful People, my teenage daughter is driving me nuts!!! Let’s go!!! Parenting Your Teenager: Because Mood Swings and Eye-Rolling Are Your Love Languages Now!!!!! Oh, the adolescent phase. A period filled with transformations, challenges, and self-exploration for our kids. As parents, witnessing our children evolve into adults is intriguing and demanding. Balancing our identity with…
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Wondering how to wear boho style in winter? Bohemian winter fashion is all about layering cozy jackets, chunky knits, and accessories over your bohemian dresses and skirts. Conquer the winter season in true boho style with the right basics, coats and jackets. Here’s your boho winter guide with layering tips for the colder months. How to Style Boho…
February 18, 2024 by Robin Plaskoff Horton New Orleanians know how to party and do it most of the year. They don’t even need a reason. But Mardi Gras is the city’s longest party. It’s a three-month-long fête with parades of dazzling floats, their masked riders tossing strings of colorful beads and slews of trinkets…
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How doing a nude boudoir photoshoot sky rocketed my body confidence…would you brave it? I’ve always had a rocky relationship with my body over the years. Growing up in the 90’s/00’s Kate Moss ‘Heroin Chic’ era was a total mind melt and like many women of my generation I was left with some BIG emotional…
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Everyone experiences grief in different ways and there is no right or wrong way to grieve. After a loss, there can be a myriad of emotions, including shock, numbness, relief, guilt, despair, anger and even no feeling – all of these are natural and common responses. The grief cycle is not linear and people may…
The landscape of studying abroad has seen significant shifts in 2024, with various countries implementing new visa regulations and policies. This blog explores the recent developments in study visa rules, work opportunities for international students, and the developing preferences of Indian students pursuing higher education overseas. Overview of Indian Students Abroad According to data from…
