I don’t have a “friend group,” though it wasn’t always this way. Growing up, I had a small group of girlfriends at my school, and we did just about everything together—sleepovers on school nights, working as hostesses at the same restaurants, teaching one another how to drive a stick shift in the school parking lot….
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Offering What We Can, When We Can I’ve been thinking about what it means to be a good friend, as I’m sure many of us have over the last year. Many of my friendships are from past places—I’ve bounced around cities for most of my adult life—so I’m no stranger to long distance. Still, it’s…
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Embracing Connection & Community The friendships we make in school and at work are blessed with the framework of four walls, a tangible space that becomes a reliable and consistent ground for our shared laughs, stories, and goals. But as we get older and our personal plans and paths begin to change, “growing apart” can…
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I’ve personally reviewed the best nontoxic pots and pans on the market — these are my favorite PFAS-free options that are safe, easy to clean, durable, and make mealtime delicious. When it comes to stocking our kitchens, we believe that sustainability starts with using what we already have — repairing it when possible, and keeping…
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We’ve researched and tested hundreds of kitchenware brands — these are our favorite options offering wooden utensils that are nontoxic and easy to clean. If the saying “you are what you eat” is true (and we’re inclined to say it is), then it’s clear that we can’t only be cognizant of the foods we eat….
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Summary: Cooking at home is my new favorite ritual, and Made In’s Stainless Steel and CeramiClad cookware made the transition effortless. After years of relying on takeout and trendy but short-lived pans, I was blown away by the Made In’s craftsmanship, nontoxic standards, and thoughtful design. Hosting friends for a dinner party with Made In cookware reminded me how good…
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Summary: Most toothbrushes are only as effective as the technique you use, unless it’s an Autobrush. The only ADA-accepted U-shape electric toothbrush, it delivers 5x the clean in just 30-seconds (ideal for little kids and exhausted parents alike!). This unique toothbrush has been a game changer for our family, cutting down on plaque by up to…
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I attended church two to three times a week as a child, memorizing the ABCs and primary colors alongside prayers and Bible scriptures. But it wasn’t until I was in my 20s that I began constructing my own spiritual identity. Though I’ve strayed in many ways from the religious teachings of my youth, I’ve also…
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AI is booming. The global artificial intelligence market is advancing day by day, with calculations expecting it to grow from the billions of dollars it is worth now to trillions in the next year alone. Just about every major conglomerate has already invested in artificial intelligence: Microsoft, Meta, Google, Amazon, and more. We’re already seeing ways that…
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Key Takeaways: HYER GOODS is a Brooklyn-based brand creating bags, purses, and accessories from deadstock luxury leather and fabrics. The 3-in-1 Ring Bag is one of the brand’s bestsellers and features two interior zip pockets, a unique click-ring mechanism and two additional straps for multiple wear options. The brand aims to be as zero-waste as possible, shipping…
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