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Floral Friday: Garden Flowers
Her pleasure in the walk must arise from the exercise and the day, from the view of the last smiles of the year upon the tawny leaves and withered hedges, and from repeating to herself some few of the...
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Links à la Mode: The IFB Weekly Roundup
The Politics of Fashion By: Jennine Jacob Emma Watson made waves last week when she launched the #heforshe campaign. Chanel channeled a feminist protest for their runway show this season. Chantelle...
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Theatre Studies 201: Destined for Doon
The last week has been beautifully complicated. I’ve written a short play, and every spare moment has been poured into re-writing it. This Saturday, the play is going to be read at the library. I am so...
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October Wish List
Thank you all for supporting my play! The reading was a success, and now, all that’s left to do is get the script ready to submit to festivals. The last few weeks have been busy, and I’ve fallen quite...
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Moisturize Me: Three Must Have Products Under $10
A string of sick days has the disturbing ability to bring out my inner Lady Cassandra. In fact, “Moisturize me, moisturize me!” may have been my mantra over the last few days. While drinking plenty of...
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Lost in Translation
There is something magical about finding a word that can express exactly what you are thinking with only a handful of letters. Ella Frances Sanders’ Lost in Translation: An Illustrated Compendium of...
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Halloween In Your Closet: Mer-Maid
For some reason, I have found blogging to be an uphill battle this year. I am not sure why because I still enjoy blogging and the community I have found through it. However, blogging is no longer the...
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Why Don’t You…?
Start a book club? Go to the circus? Celebrate Bittersweet Chocolate With Almonds Day? Make a Thankful Tree? Run a Thanksgiving Day race? Give yourself a Turkey Day manicure? Make a scarf for the Red...
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November Wish List
The holiday spirit has hit me early. Already, I am listening to Christmas music, and in a few days, I hope to start putting out decorations. Since I’m in the mood for Christmas, it only makes sense to...
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Floral Friday: Native Blooms
I think it’s very healthy to spend time alone. You need to know how to be alone and not be defined by another person. -Oscar Wilde Erica from Cat Eyes and Skinny Jeans posted this quote on Instagram...
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5 Ways to do Good This Holiday Season
With Thanksgiving just around the corner, today seems like a good day to talk about doing good things. Give a Shoebox In November, Operation Christmas Child collects shoeboxes filled with toys and...
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In the Mood for Fall
There is a chill in the air, and snowflakes are making their appearance. Soon, a trip outdoors will require one to dress like the Michelin Man, but for now, a few layers will suffice. I adore mixing...
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What’s In My Bag?
Today is a snowy, gray day. It’s the type of day that calls for endless cups of hot chocolate or comforting tea. In other words, it is the perfect day for hiding underneath the covers. While I haven’t...
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Geeky Gift Guide
It’s hard to believe that holiday gift guides are already popping up. With Thanksgiving next week, the Christmas shopping frenzy is just around the corner. My brain is whirling with gift ideas for...
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Mary J. Blige is mixing up her special blend of hip-hop and soul with her new album, The London Sessions. Collaborating with some of this decade’s most celebrated UK musical talent – including...
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Meeting Elizabeth Gilbert
A few years ago I read Eat, Pray, Love, and I pretty much wanted that book to become my life. Okay, I still do. The idea that a woman could put her life on hold and travel around the world pursuing her...
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Crazy Cat Lady Gift Guide
In every circle of friends, there seems to be that one person who is obsessed with a certain animal. In my circle of friends, I am the crazy cat lady. In my defense, I only have two cats and have never...
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Sunday Suppers: Recipes + Gatherings
It is no secret that I love to spend time in the kitchen. But, I rarely splurge on a new cookbook (thank you, Pinterest!), so having the opportunity to try new cookbooks through Blogging for Books has...
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Why Don’t You…?
Go ice skating at an outdoor rink? Turn your door into a snowman? Write a thank you note to someone who inspires you? Celebrate Ugly Christmas Sweater Day? Attend a performance of the Nutcracker?...
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If I could steal anyone’s voice, I would take Idina Menzel’s in a heartbeat. Whether she’s a green witch singing about defying gravity or a queen learning how to control her frosty powers, Idina...
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