The Moment Love Me Stone Became Something You Could Wear
For years, Love Me Stone existed only in words. Essays, ideas, and quiet reminders about living deeply. Today, those words become something you can wear. Discover the story behind the first collection, why Desire Is a Compass became its guiding philosophy, and how clothing can become a daily reminder to trust what keeps calling you.
Would You Choose a Love That Only Lasted One Year?
If you met the love you had always hoped for but knew it would end one year later, would you still choose it? After 82 people answered the question, I found myself thinking less about heartbreak and more about the illusion that anything beautiful was ever meant to last forever.
Medicube Review: Are the Viral Korean Skincare Products Worth It?
Korean skincare has taken over social media, but does Medicube actually deserve the hype? I took a closer look at the brand's most talked-about products, including the Collagen Jelly Cream, AGE-R Booster Pro, and Zero Pore Pad 2.0, to see which ones are worth adding to your routine and which shoppers should skip.
The Best Thriller Books Releasing in August 2026
The nights are getting a little longer, and my reading stack is getting a little darker. From eerie islands and long-buried disappearances to family secrets and psychological suspense, these are the thriller releases I'm most excited to dive into this August. If your favorite words are "just one more chapter," you'll want every one of these on your nightstand.
Your Perfect Santa Cruz Weekend: Strawberry Festivals, Farmers Markets & Coastal Magic (August 1–2)
Summer is showing off this weekend. From strawberry-filled streets in Watsonville to slow mornings at the Aptos Farmers Market, Shakespeare beneath the redwoods, and sunset along the coast, here's your curated guide to the best things happening around Santa Cruz, Capitola, and Aptos. Slow down, wander a little, and let the weekend surprise you.
Why Prince of Swords Is One of My Most Anticipated Reads of 2026
A spoiler-free look at why Prince of Swords by Elise Kova is one of my most anticipated dark fantasy reads of 2026, featuring tarot-inspired magic, dangerous loyalties, slow-burn tension, and an immersive world built for readers who crave atmosphere, morally complex characters, and emotional damage.
Alley Oop: Santa Cruz's Best Kept Secret
Some places announce themselves. Alley Oop doesn't. Hidden in downtown Santa Cruz, this moody speakeasy serves cocktails, caviar, and enough intrigue to make an ordinary night feel like a scene from another era. I went for a drink and left feeling like I'd discovered a secret.
My New Local Loves in Santa Cruz
Discover my favorite local spots in Santa Cruz, from cozy coffee shops and charming bakeries to beachside boutiques, farmers markets, and breathtaking sunset views. After moving from San Francisco, these are the places that have already become part of my everyday rhythm — plus a look at what I still miss from the city and what I’m more than happy to leave behind.
Love Yourself Erotically
What if self-love was never supposed to feel like self-improvement? What if it was meant to feel like devotion? This essay is an invitation to stop treating yourself like a project to fix and start romancing your own existence. Light the candle. Buy the flowers. Wear the perfume. Fall madly in love with your life first, and watch how the rest of the world begins to follow.
Anastasia | On Presence, Vintage Finds & Building a Life That Feels Like Home
We spend so much of our lives chasing the next thing that we forget how much beauty already exists in the life we're living. Anastasia reminds us that living well isn't about having more. It's about paying attention. From moving across the world to finding joy in yoga, vintage treasures, fresh peaches, and late-night dance floors, this conversation is an invitation to slow down and notice the moments that make a life feel delicious.
The Most Expensive Thing You'll Ever Lose Is Yourself
How much of yourself have you negotiated away in the name of "keeping it casual"?
The greatest cost of a situationship isn't the relationship that never happened. It's the quiet erosion of your instincts, your certainty, and the belief that you're worthy of being chosen without ambiguity.
This isn't about modern dating. It's about remembering that love should never require you to become smaller to keep someone around. It's about grieving the version of yourself that settled for confusion and reclaiming the one who knows clarity isn't too much to ask.