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A beautiful contemporary living space with large windows, a Mid-century inspired armchair, an off white sofa in front of a modern fireplace and lots of Christmas decor on the coffee table and Christmas tree. Image via H&M homestores.

December 20, 2019

The Holiday Edition Musings

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“When I was young, I used to admire intelligent people. As I grow older, I admire kind people.” These wise words spoken by Abraham Joshua Heschel have been etched in…

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December 4, 2019

Looking Into Nutrition Coaching With Kelina Fili

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As a mother of two in my early forties, I always get somewhat excited about any healthy discoveries that may help live the best, healthiest lives ever. So when I…

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An illustration of a cityscape as you look up into the sky and the scrapers appear to come together.

November 8, 2019

Growing Up :: Leaving My Hometown

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Leaving my hometown to study abroad was one of the best decisions of my life. Sure, it was a challenge, but one I would take again without blinking once! It…

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A sketch of a woman in a strapless blue green outfit.

October 29, 2019

The Bad Outfit

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There are days when you wake up in the morning feeling like you will rule the day. You know exactly what to wear and how to wear it. Everything reflects…

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Model in a black lace dress from Maison Garde walking down the catwalk. Image via uncommonstore. Photographer - Richard Smith.

October 11, 2019

Fashion Trends A/W 2019

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I wanted to write a piece about the fashion trends of A/W 2019. So I set out to do my research as usual that typically involves among other things, looking…

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A neon sign that reads 'ART' against a black background

October 9, 2019

Current and Upcoming Art Exhibitions

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Being in the great outdoors, hiking, watching nature’s transformation or going off the grid, is undoubtedly one of the rewarding experiences – especially now in Fall. But I also think…

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October 7, 2019

Mothers Talk :: The Loss of a Miscarriage

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Loss is something that we all experience at some point in our lives. You can’t run from it, you can’t hide, and you certainly can’t change the course of particular…

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motherhood

Velvet standing with her feet in the sea at Komito beach in Syros.

September 6, 2019

Summer Vacation Reflections :: Syros

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Hello September! Hello everyone! I hope you all had a great summer, but it’s time to welcome now the softness of the sunlight that follows during fall season. That is…

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Velvet after her hammam spa treatment sitting in the lounge for tea and loukoumi.

July 15, 2019

My First Hammam Spa Experience

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Most times, investing a little time to yourself is a necessity. But many times we might overlook that necessity because our priorities say otherwise. Except this time, my husband George…

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Close view of clothes hanging. Image by Velvet.

March 20, 2019

How to Organize a Closet as a Maximalist

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Minimalism is a mindset, a real philosophy, one that I haven’t embraced in my life. Although I’m not a minimalist, I try to keep everything simple and uncomplicated. Perhaps, it’s…

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