Life is like a pretzel, it can bend you in weird ways and turn you extra salty. This is especially true when I have projects to finish and deadlines to meet.Read More

2016: Stories from 50+ makers and doers across the world.
In partnership with Scarborough Town Centre, we celebrate motherhood by sharing stories from three unique families. Read More
Last month, I made a new commitment to my physical health. This is a detailed account of my first encounter with spinning class AKA the absolute worst experience of my entire life.Read More
I recently acquired a backpack that reminded me of my childhood. Do you remember Fantasia? Do you remember that scene with the ghost broom?Read More
When you've got chores to do, rent to pay, deadlines to meet, taxes to file, and an endless stream of emails to reply to, it feels good to listen to music that basically says: "IDGAF!"Read More
Don't be fooled, plants are pets too. They know tricks like sit, stay, and sometimes, play dead. Read More
Like a mood ring, my skin has always been sensitive and connected to my emotions. Trust me, any situation that is *moderately* stressful will result in my feels manifesting itself on my face (ugh). Read More
I went through 7 years of braces, countless (borderline medieval torture) procedures, and one jaw surgery to achieve a "perfect" set of teeth. I often sit and wonder -- was it worth it? Read More
Vanessa plays around with Shu Uemura's spring 2016 K-Pop themed artist collaboration line - KYE for Shu Uemura, by fashion designer Kathleen Kye. Read More
If you're like me, and manage your life through your cellphone, the thought of losing your phone is the scariest thing in the world. So, of course, I decided to disconnect and shut off my phone for a day.Read More