When you work hard to accomplish your goals, do everything in your power to achieve a milestone and earn a leadership position, you have every right to be proud of your successes. However, it’s also just as important to remain gracious and treat your team
Homemade rosewater is something pretty magical that is also very simple to make. You can pour it into your bath, infuse an original cocktail, or use in a batch of homemade marshmallows for an exceptionally scrumptious treat. Rosewater Marshmallows ½ cup filtered, cold water ¼ cup rosewater (see
When I think of Valentine’s Day, I think of being seven years old and heartbroken. I was in third grade when I discovered a glittery greeting card (!) attached to a full-size candy bar (!) from my biggest crush (!!!) at the bottom of my
We asked our 27,000 Instagram followers "what makes your heart beat" and then made this stunning and heartfelt 90 second film inspired by what they said. Here's the script by the writer & director Nathanael T. Presley
When we think of famous inventors or great scientists, who could forget men like Thomas Edison or Alexander Graham Bell? However, what about great women inventors – are there any we really know about? Although women in history have had to overcome many barriers and prejudice
We've teamed up with SoulPancake yet again to discuss what it means to bring femininity to the workplace. Do women need to become like men in order to achieve power and status? Are there ways we can be unique leaders in the world without dismissing
To carry us through this month of adoration and gifting, here's a little round-up of beauty products that we feel are noteworthy to share. Whether it's a scent or a shade, these red-hued picks will definitely leave you (or a friend) feeling primed, primped and
Macaron enthusiast and France transplant, Paulette Koumetz, opened ‘Lette Macrons in 2007 and currently has seven locations in southern California – the original and most popular being in Beverly Hills. Her kaleidoscope of French macarons boasts flavors like rose, salted caramel and earl grey tea
Romantic love is far too complex to be covered in a two-hour movie, so on this Valentine’s Day, instead of hunkering down in front of the big screen (or the little one), we recommend curling up in your favorite chair and immersing yourself in a
Watching other people chase their dreams is contagious; it’s almost impossible to sit idly by while you are in the midst of a sea of people pursuing their passion with bold intention and commitment. Designing a successful and innovative clothing line does not happen by
It’s been known as a food for the gods. It was originally consumed by the elite upper class, its beans plucked from the fields, crushed to a powder and served as a drink. For centuries it was too expensive for simply anyone to partake of.
Saint Valentines Day: a time to celebrate affection, friendship, romance, and unconditional love. Whether your plans are to spend this February 14th with that certain special someone or gathering with your closest of friends, you mustn't do it in silence! Our mixtape for you this month
Valentine’s Day is often a holiday where focus is immediately geared towards the “romantic” side of things, but why not use it as an opportunity to celebrate all of our loved ones? I recently made it a personal goal to do just that by being intentional on
There is a repeated scene in our home that’s preserved in my motherhood memory vault like a weathered photo from the past. My daughters are huddled together in my bathroom, the two of them standing at the counter’s edge, watching as I get ready. They
Valentine’s Day is a fun holiday that showcases and celebrates love, most often expressed in the romantic sense. While any excuse to shower your significant other with love is a great one, we think that now is as good a time as any to redefine
Name a BBC television show and I’ve probably watched every season. Doctor Who, Sherlock, Merlin -- I’m a sucker for their programming. Just a few weeks back, however, I found a program that was nearly too much for me to handle. Luther is a show
The first time I posted a selfie on Instagram, I didn't think twice about it. I looked good when I took it (or so I thought), and we all post photos of ourselves when we look good
You can't wait for inspiration, you have to go after it with a club. - Jack London Creativity is that elusive gift which all humans struggle to conquer at some point in their life. Some jobs or hobbies require it more than others, but all of
Besides being a mother, Ericka Burke is the owner and chef of Volunteer Park Café in Seattle, Washington. She uses locally grown (often from the garden behind the restaurant) and seasonal produce in her beloved pastries, sandwiches and other yummy meals. Once a month VPC
The world is your intellectual wilderness. You are an explorer traversing foreign terrain, taking with you new information and interests as you would exotic flora or a strange insect. Formal education has nothing to do with it – education and knowledge aren’t necessarily synonymous. Refining
Wearing a dress as a blouse is a fun concept that can increase the versatility of your closet. Silky slips, strapless, sweetheart, sweetheart-strapless, long-sleeve, short-sleeve or wrap, you’re bound to find a handful of dresses that will fit wonderfully tucked-in to your skirts, whether they
February can be quite the month of contradictions, can't it? Only one month left to go before spring, yet it can be filled with some of the chilliest days of the year. It's a bit of a transition month. Chances are you're feeling a little
There are a million reasons to love NBC’s Parks and Recreation. Amy Poehler is the first hundred, and her character, Councilwoman Leslie Knope, makes up most of the rest. Leslie is spunky, smart, and joyfully tackles a job that most women have never even considered:
Let's be honest: no one wants to hear anyone complain about working from home. Rightfully so, for it can be an incredibly blessed life to live. We get to wear pajamas all day, set our own schedule, and switch the laundry in between e-mails
There’s something about a rainy day that just makes you want to stay in your comfies and snuggle up on the couch with a good book, warm blanket, and hot cup of tea. The stillness and peace that comes with a day of rain is
A Note From The Editor: Here at Darling, we value the voice of every woman -- regardless of her age. We want to bridge the gap between old and young, believing that there is much to be gained from the perspective of every generation. For
Tara Pelletier and Jeff Kurosaki met in the sculpture department of art school, never thinking their creative proclivities would later turn into a business. After receiving a bar of soap from a family friend's goat farm, curiosity sparked. Having always been interested in natural beauty