Life Editor’s Picks: Tons of Tumblers

OK, we’re all very familiar with my mug obsession (see exhibit A and exhibit B), but would it seem troubling if we extended my collection to include tumblers? Hear me out! They’re practical, can hold hot or cold drinks, and add a touch of sunshine to my otherwise minimalistic desk. I’ve even given tumblers to…

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Life Editor’s Picks: Disney Supplies

All Disney theme parks are temporarily closed because of our recent worldwide health crisis. So instead of easing my anxiety at Disneyland (which is minutes away from my home!), I’m binging on Disney+ and singing “When Will My Life Begin” to my dog Skyla. She’s not amused. Other Disney fans are even recreating their favorite…

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Life Editor’s Picks: Spring Refresh

According to the calendar, it’s finally spring! But you’d never know it since so many of us are forced to self-quarantine in our homes. Our recent global health crisis is making us feel stressed and anxious, so be sure to focus on self-care and other calming practices. Take a meditation break, watch funny movies, video-call…

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Life Editor’s Picks: Make Your Own Luck

I’ve always subscribed to the idea that you make your own luck rather than waiting for good fortune to fall from the sky and land in your lap. It’s true! No knight on a white horse is coming to save you from your problems, pay off your credit card bills, dissolve your excess weight, buy…

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Life Editor’s Picks: Meal Prep

A thorough meal prep has been a part of my Sunday routine for as long as I can remember. Nothing melts the stress away like knowing I’ve got plenty of breakfasts, lunches, dinners, and snacks to grab at a moment’s notice. OK, and a bunch of desserts too. 🙂 “Meal prep” is one of those…

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Life Editor’s Picks: Lounge Around

Whenever my stress is through the roof and I’m this close to having a meltdown, I block off a full 24 hours for a lounge around day. That’s my time to close my laptop, stay in my jammies, and pamper myself until I feel like a fully functioning human being again. If you can’t remember…

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Life Editor’s Picks: Totally 80s!

Growing up in the 80s was a wild time: the hair was bigger, the makeup was louder, and everything had an exuberant energy bursting out of it. Sure, I love modern conveniences like online shopping and streaming shows, but a small part of me misses the simple days before social media. The only way to…

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