Welcome to the last day of September which has, somehow, already arrived. I’m writing this from a perfectly crisp, sunny morning here in Minnesota. Today, in our usual fashion, we’re taking a look back at some of the things that captured our team’s attention on the internet this month. Below you’ll find a serene apartment…
Read moreThe TV Sex Scene That Made Me Applaud
The other day, I was watching Everything I Know About Love, the great comedy series that weirdly no one is talking about! (Have you seen it?) In episode three, the character Amara is sleeping with a guy for the first time. “Slow down,” she says during sex, then confidently asks him to hand her the…
Read moreHow Do You and Your Partner Make Home Decor Decisions?
A couple months ago, my husband and I got into one of those “I can’t believe we’re talking about this” arguments… “This is NOT going up in the house,” I told him. “I’m serious.” “Just wait to see what they look like on the wall,” he answered, smiling and holding a black frame over our…
Read more7 of the Best Changes I’ve Implemented in My Thirties
Editor’s Note: We’re sharing this article, originally published in February 2020, to provide a little inspiration for anyone wanting to make some positive change in your life (whether you’re in your thirties or any other decade). We hope you find some helpful insights in Sarah’s words. What’s that old banality? You can’t teach an old…
Read more10 Readers Share Their Happy Moments
Life isn’t easy, so sometimes we like to highlight the things that make it sweet. We asked readers on Instagram to share photos of good times, and here are 10 that made us weepy… Above: “Here’s a selfie with my niece, Juniper, poolside at my parents’ house. The chaos of my big family, with all…
Read morePound Cake with Apples, French Style
The other day, I was listening to an episode of Splendid Table, one of my favorite food podcasts, and heard something that stuck with me… The guest was Aleksandra Crapanzano, author of Gateau: The Surprising Simplicity of French Cakes. She talked about how, in France, people often make snacking cakes to enjoy each day: “Being able…
Read more15 Stylish Coats I Love for Fall and Winter 2022
As we gear up for the chilly season, I’m starting to pull out my essential cold-weather apparel items and accessories. At the top of the list are, of course, my coats. Living in a place like Minnesota, I like to keep a variety of coats on hand to keep me cozy in different temperatures and…
Read moreWhat’s Happening in Iran and What Can We Do?
What have you been reading about Iran? The news has come in fast and furious, so we put together a piece about what’s happening, thought leaders to follow, and how to help… Ed. note: All NYTimes links are gift links, so please feel free to click. What’s happening in Iran? On September 13th, 22-year-old Mahsa…
Read moreA Family Home in a Tower in North Carolina
Sadatu Dennis and her husband Kareem were living in Mexico City when a job required them to relocate Charlotte, North Carolina. “I’m really into historic preservation, but in the Charlotte rental market, there was just a ton of new construction,” Sadatu says. Then she pulled up the website of a converted mill and noticed a…
Read moreHow to Make Cacio e Pepe: The Cooking Process I Swear By Every Time
Of all the pasta dishes, this cacio e pepe recipe is one of my favorites to make and, of course, eat. When the dish comes together “just right” it’s a creamy, cheesy masterpiece. While the ingredients list is relatively simple, it does not mean it is a simple dish to make! This dish takes practice…
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