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The Hustle is Cancelled
Hustle culture tells us that whatever we’re doing, it’s not enough.
Aliya
Jan 27, 20223 min read
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Coming Out of Retirement
"You're all so brave," the team captain said in a pregame team huddle. Oh God, I thought. This is not going to go well.
Aliya
Dec 16, 20213 min read
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Cheers to Spooky Season
Halloween costume inspiration is here!
Aliya
Oct 24, 20212 min read
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Metta and the Malice at the Palace
A lot has changed since 2004.
Aliya
Aug 24, 20213 min read
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Making Peace with "Problem" Skin
I’ve had “problem” skin for my entire adult life. I got my first zit in high school and never looked back. I cringe when I think about...
Aliya
Jul 14, 20214 min read
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1 Woman, 100 Movies - #94: Wuthering Heights
Wuthering Heights is heavy on the drama and light on the romance.
Aliya
Jun 29, 20214 min read
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Clean Plate Club: Our New Favorite Recipes
I’m always searching for recipes that everyone will happily devour. Here are a few of our family's favorites.
Aliya
Apr 17, 20213 min read
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Bears, Beets, Book Club: Olive Kitteridge
the writing, my goodness the writing: it's exceptional.
Aliya
Apr 1, 20212 min read
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Normalize Working While Parenting
I am guilty of going to great lengths during this pandemic to appear childless and “professional” during meetings. Not anymore.
Aliya
Mar 13, 20213 min read
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Confession: I Don't Eat Chocolate
How migraines led me into the arms of a tasty chocolate alternative: carob.
Aliya
Feb 26, 20212 min read
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1 Woman, 100 Movies - #95: Taxi Driver
Betsy, you in danger girl.
Aliya
Jan 23, 20215 min read
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2020 Edit: Plants, Parks, and Priorities
While I don't have the unbridled enthusiasm that some may have for the arrival of 2021, the end of the year is a good chance to reflect.
Aliya
Dec 31, 20202 min read
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Bears, Beets, Book Club: Where'd You Go, Bernadette
This book is funny and heartfelt and honest, and I recommend it to anyone looking for a casual, comfortable holiday read.
Aliya
Dec 3, 20202 min read
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Thanksgiving 2020: History Repeats Itself
The second time a pandemic has hampered holiday plans.
Aliya
Nov 24, 20202 min read
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Black Moms and the Big Chop: "Don't Do It"
Threatening that perceived connection between long, straight hair and beauty.
Aliya
Nov 14, 20203 min read
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1 Woman, 100 Movies - #96: Rear Window
Hitchcock does it again. Spoilers ahead.
Aliya
Nov 7, 20203 min read
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What Do You Wish Was Easier?
I know you have a list! Get journaling with this straightforward prompt.
Aliya
Oct 13, 20201 min read
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Update: One Year with No Social Media
A year ago this month, I uploaded my last post on Instagram.
Aliya
Oct 6, 20202 min read
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How We Grew a 10-Foot Sunflower
Spending so much time at home inspired me to start putting seeds in the ground.
Aliya
Sep 27, 20202 min read
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1 Woman, 100 Movies - #97: The Third Man
This classic thriller did not disappoint.
Aliya
Sep 21, 20204 min read
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