When a high school teacher found out she was pregnant with her third child, she did what she had always wanted to do: she quit her job to stay home with her kids. Armed with an idea of what life as a traditional housewife looked
The spa is a place of relaxation, serenity and peace—three things most of us probably need more of in our lives. Light fragrance, fluffy towels, pretty storage containers and soothing artwork are all signature elements used to create a tranquil atmosphere and that can be
Despite the usual tendency for trends to die a seemingly irreversible death, we sometimes find ourselves faced with a (gasp!) welcomed revival. The reappearance of the 80’s ankle length denim cigarette pant and the 70’s inspired wide-leg jean are obvious come-back trends. These, along with
Up until recently, I rarely thought about or discussed the idea of power. I don’t know about you, but my friends and I didn’t sit around the table sipping frappuccinos, asking “do you think you’re powerful?” In fact, the word ‘power’ used to make me
Worldwide, there are over 160 million orphans.
Ask most of us to name one of these parentless, homeless or abandoned children, and we can only remember celebrated story book characters such as Oliver Twist or Anne of Green Gables. Famed writings such as Little Orphan Annie offer
Lying in bed, the stillness and quiet seems to bring about a sense of relaxed contentment that can only be found beneath a down comforter with the shades drawn. It is in these moments that beauty becomes so real.
As women, it is important that we
The cool, dry air of winter and spring can be harsh, resulting in skin that looks neglected, frightening even the bravest of us back into our closet. Now that the summer air is here, it’s time to bare our shoulders and backs once again—and a
I recently started my own company and was frustrated that it wasn’t progressing at the rate at which I wanted. In my mind, I had envisioned that the company would be up running, financially sustainable, and growing exponentially. When this didn’t happen immediately, I soon
Coming off a four and a half year relationship heavily grounded in long distance, I discovered the importance not only of the phone, but also of conversation in order for a relationship to thrive and succeed. Now that I am fully immersed back in the
Darling believes that beauty is more than skin deep; it’s a complex attribute encompassing mind, body and soul. This is the first in a series of articles on what we call “beauty food.” Each article will profile the health and wellness benefits of in-season produce
“Cultivate the habit of being grateful for every good thing that comes to you, and to give thanks continuously. And because all things have contributed to your advancement, you should include all things in your gratitude.” -Ralph Waldo Emerson
Today is a day to be
