Valentine’s Day has many historical roots in Catholic and Roman celebrations about fertility, love, birds, and the coming spring. Popularized by English poets, Valentine’s letters were shared as far back as the Middle Ages. By the 1700s, Valentine’s Day was becoming popularly celebrated. Today, Valentine’s Day is a wonderful way to celebrate love, not only …
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When you think of taking photos with your significant other what comes to mind? Effortless smiles and authentic moments captured on film? That’s the dream right? But what actually happens when you step in front of the camera? Does an overwhelming wave of awkwardness overcome the two of you? Yea… we’ve all been there. But …
In January, I resolved that 2021 would be a year of self love and abundance, and I decided that my mantra for the year would be to “intentionally thrive.” These words are both powerful and empowering, but to be successful in living them out, I knew I had to make some major changes to my …
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Valentine’s Day is right around the corner, which means that there is a whole lot of extra love in the air. However, if we’re not careful, that extra love will translate to a whole lot of extra trash in the landfill (and plastic in our oceans) come next week. But, there is some good news! …
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Gift-giving is a beautiful way to express love, gratitude, and appreciation for the people in our lives, yet traditional gifting practices often leave a significant ecological footprint. So to help you find the perfect gifts for your loved ones that align with their unique interests and personalities as well as your commitment to shop with …
It is widely accepted that the holiday season is the most magical time of the year, and it is officially upon us! Between first snows, winter light festivals, and sparkly everything, the entire season is basically one big, beautiful photo op. And to help inspire your photography game (and give your Instagram all of those dreamy, …
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Small businesses need our support this year more than ever, and so does our planet. So, in an effort to help you shop small and make Earth-friendly gift choices this holiday season, I’ve compiled a list of over 30 of my favorite sustainable, small businesses below. Not only do all of these businesses carry high …
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Fall is my absolute favorite time of year, and it is officially upon us! Between colorful fall foliage, autumn harvest festivals, and pumpkin spice everything, the entire season is basically one big, beautiful photo op. And to help inspire your photography game (and give your Instagram all of those dreamy fall vibes), I’ve compiled a …
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There is something extra magical about autumn in the DMV. While we’re sipping our pumpkin spice lattes and hot apple ciders, bopping around our favorite harvest festivals, and frolicking through our local apple orchards and pumpkin patches in search of the best spoils for our pies and porches, Mother Nature is putting on her own …
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It’s safe to say that 2020 has been challenging for all of us – in more ways than one. In recent months, turning on the news or scrolling through social media has incited more anxiety than usual, to say the least. If you’re anything like me, you could use a bit of extra encouragement to …
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