Merry & Bright – My Family’s Christmas Traditions

Many people have been preparing for Christmas for months, but the special day is almost here. At this point, you’re probably rushing to get last minute presents, baking another dozen of cookies or picking out something cute to wear for all of the family gatherings. I’m pretty much done with all of the Christmas prep. […]

The Husband Stitch: Toxic Masculinity in Fairy Tales

An Analysis of Toxic Masculinity in Carmen Machado’s “The Husband Stitch” In one of my classes last fall, we learned a lot about toxic masculinity in fairytales. One story that we read was Carmen Machado’s “The Husband Stitch.” Toxic masculinity is a theme that we dissected in class—a theme that was all too familiar to […]

Doing What Makes Me Happy | Tea Addicts Anonymous

Make up: Alessandra DiSarno / Luna.MuaXO | Photographer: Anton Guzman “Do What Makes You Happy” Since I’ve graduated college a few short months ago, but the words of wisdom that accompany the congratulations haven’t stopped coming. I have heard a few of the same lines over and over again. I am often given some straightforward advice: […]