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I tried composting a little over a year ago. I even bought this super-cute hanging kitchen compost bin, but the project ended in abysmal failure, mostly because I had no idea what I was doing. However, after attending a composting workshop earlier this month and doing a bit of research on my own, I felt empowered to give composting another try. Here’s how I made an easy DIY compost bin for my patio!
For 29 years, I largely ignored acknowledgments. But when I read Conjure Women by Afia Atakora, I figured out there’s actually a lot readers can learn from them. Here are three reasons that I think you should start reading acknowledgments too.
One good thing that came from last year’s quarantine was that I had time to rediscover my passion for cooking. My rediscovered culinary skills plus hours, days, and months of isolation gave birth to my genuine desire to entertain which lead me to host a dinner party in celebration of my new apartment and my Mom’s birthday. Here’s how I pulled it all together!
During quarantine, I discovered and joined the Black Girls Wine Society and subscribed to BrightCellars Wine Club. Between these two organizations and my own personal passion, I’ve tried so many new wines and varietals this year! Here’s a list of my five favorites.
Though many businesses have reopened, the number of COVID cases have continued to rise in some states. So how should we proceed? How do we safely un-pause our lives and regain some sense of normality while keeping ourselves and our families safe? Here are the steps I’m taking during these tumultuous times.
I spent the weekend moping around my house, “Avril Lavigne-ing” as one man called it. But my reaction is actually pretty normal. Few of us have ever experienced isolation to this degree for this long. Consequently, the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA) released a list of things we can do to support ourselves during this time, including finding practical ways to cope and relax. Here’s a list of the five things keeping me sane during quarantine.
After jogging around my apartment complex, a conversation with my dad made me realize the subtle ways the intentions of men shape women’s behavior.
This city is a part of me, engrained in the fabric of my being and imbued in the chambers of my heart. Though I’m leaving Houston, I will never forget all that I have learned here. While I hope to visit often, I am beginning a new journey with a full and open heart.
When it comes to casual wear, I know exactly what I’m looking for—jeans that fit my waist and my butt, paired with a cute graphic t-shirt. But when it comes to buying cute, functional workout clothing, I wanted an expert opinion.
Before Freshly, I'd tried other meal-delivery services like Blue Apron and Hello Fresh. While those services may have eliminated my need to buy groceries that week, I didn’t always like the ingredients and I still had to cook the food. I'm always satisfied with the meals I get from Freshly and it helps me cut back on my meal prep efforts.
