The Miami Makers You Need to Know for Summer

For those of us sweating off pounds in Miami heat, it’s a fight for survival out here. Not only have we given up on wearing makeup altogether, but we’re finding the urge to leave our sweet, sweet A/C increasingly more difficult. Something that does inspire us to leave the house, no matter the outside degree, is checking out our favorite makers and goods that are entirely 305. Check out some beautiful local items we think would get anyone out of the house and help you survive the season.

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Life Lessons From Baking Bread

 

We’ve lost something. It slowly slipped through our fingers as we reached for other yearnings — more convenient projects, more distracting endeavors, and those instances that fill but don’t fulfill.

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What No One Tells You About Divorce

There are a few things that nobody wants to tell you when you’re going through a divorce, but there are many things people will say…
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How Professional Surfer Tia Blanco Rides Life’s Waves

We don’t usually juxtapose the words vegan and athlete — unless we’re talking about professional surfer, Tia Blanco. First place International Surfing Association Gold medalist are also impressive titles that fall under her belt. Nearing her twentieth year of life, Blanco is riding waves seamlessly, in and out of the ocean. (more…)

Unmasking the Beast: Exposing Confrontation

“GASP! Don’t look over there… She’s walking right behind you. When was the last time you saw her anyway?”

(Quickly pondering what actually happened. Why are we not speaking? Did I do something wrong? Are we going crazy?)

There’s clearly a natural gene in the human condition that avoids discomfort at all cost. Whether it’s the hazy lag that gets in the way of that week-long clean laundry pile waiting to be folded, or the creepy little demon inside our heads constantly manufacturing fear-based myths, we all struggle with confrontation in one way or another. But for right now, let’s dim the lights and spotlight interpersonal confrontation… and why it’s a GOOD thing!

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