Bags were piled in the back of the taxi, sunglasses atop noses, skin waiting to be sun ripened, and feet yearning to sink into warm sand. Just a forty five minute drive up the way from Puerto Vallarta, Mexico, and we would arrive in the
There is this stigma that can too often be placed on the in-law relationship. Our world tells the dating and the newlywed—to beware!—that getting married to the one you love also means a commitment to an entire family photo album's worth of individuals. It tells
Words these days tend to be bare, received instantly through an email, fax, text, and social media. But words received in an envelope? Words sent like that are covered, creating a waiting time—a pause between the writing, the receiving, and the reading. Although our world
This week we celebrate the land of the free, the home of the brave, and all that we identify with the flag—peace, security, liberty, and our duties as Americans. As we cherish our beloved red, white, and blue this July Fourth, here are a few
You are out shopping with your best friend and you've just found the most beautiful piece of clothing to add to your wardrobe. Its versatile and completely you.The fabric on your skin, the color hue against your complexion, and the fit—as if it was made
This is continued from In My Toolbox: Must-Haves For The DIY Girl, Part II
This is continued from In My Toolbox: Must-Haves For The DIY Girl
There was once a time when paint was nothing more than plant and flower pigments mixed with egg yolk, or milk mixed with colored pigments, then dried and left ready to be applied. Now, wander down the paint aisle in any hardware store when
With warm weather and longer days finally here, visions of projects dance in our heads. The itch to get deep into DIY abounds—“But wait!,” you say, “ I don't have all those fancy tools! I wouldn't even know where to start.” Three words. You are
From its metropolitan streets and epicenter of trade, politics, and business, to its quaint neighborhoods filled with Parisian architecture, cafes and cobblestone streets, to its vibrantly colored “caminitos” echoing accordion notes, tango twirls, and artisan flare—Buenos Aires is a city so full of
Nestled on the coast of the Yucatan Peninsula, you'll find what once was a little fishing village. With cobblestone avenues, handmade artistry, and street tacos worth writing home about, this once little town is now a growing destination for backpackers, resort stayers, and beach lovers
“Where the broad ocean leans against the land,” (Oliver Goldsmith) you'll find a place stacked tall with narrow living, a maze of canals, and a bustling of residents dreamily riding bicycles with high handlebars. Some still call it Holland. But the names printed on maps
“She had always been fond of history, and here [in Rome] was history in the stones of the street and the atoms of the sunshine.” -Henry James Rome was my first experience in Europe. My first time crossing the Atlantic. My first time walking next to
J.R.R. Tolkien writes, “Not all who wander are lost.” The heart of The Explorer exudes a desire to be surrounded by the mysterious. The indefinitely wild. The unknown. To be swept away from a city dwelling life, transplanted to the unfathomable. The breathtaking. The untouched
Darling readers, you can most surely relate to living miles—if not states or countries—apart from some of your closest friends. Even those of us that live a few blocks apart from our best friends can raise our hands to answer the question, “Who struggles with
Nothing creates a cozy home quite like candlelight. The inviting, warm glow welcomes in friends and family to gather, laugh and connect—perhaps over a hearty meal or a good bottle of wine. Below is a tutorial by contributor Lauren Tien on how to make your
Grab your paintbrush and flour sack linens and get ready to bring a personalized touch to the kitchen this holiday season! Nothing sings heartfelt like a handmade gift, and what cuter way to bring cheer into your friend’s kitchen than with hand painted tea towels?
Most commonly made of pine gathered and fastened in a ring, the wreath has a history of symbolizing strength, as the evergreen lasts through even the harshest of winters. When we make this wreath and pass by it over the course of the season, may
Just as the leaves have turned and the air has the beginnings of a winter chill, our hearts have begun to shift into the holiday season with a longing for time spent with loved ones over apple pie, honey baked ham, twinkly lights, warm knits,
When meandering the aisles and shelves of certain thrift stores, it becomes pretty clear that an entire kitchen could be stocked with a mixing and matching of ceramic and porcelain dinnerware. Thrift stores are typically overflowing with old plates, grandma's china, mugs from tourist stops,