Author: Suzanne Latre
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Why Do I Love Pumpkin Spice?: The History And Rise Of Pumpkin Spice In America And Europe
Pumpkin spice is a flavor blend synonymous with autumn in modern culture and has become a seasonal symbol with massive cultural and commercial significance, particularly in the U.S. and Europe. What began as a combination of spices for cooking has transformed into a flavor juggernaut dominating coffee shops, supermarkets, and even social media. This article…
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Why Do I Care So Much About My Hair?
In our most beloved classics, such as Legally Blonde, Mean Girls, or White Chicks, women are often portrayed as being obsessed with their locks. Along with this stereotype, the women who happen to focus a lot on their hair are usually depicted as being half-wits. But what if there was an explanation as to why…
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20 Wishes – Scrapbooking and Wish-Making To Make Your Life Better
What if you could make 20 wishes? In Debbie Macomber’s 2009 feel-good novel Twenty Wishes, widow and bookstore owner Anne-Marie starts a new challenge that will change her friends and her own life. This challenge requires each of the fabulous ladies in the friend group to ditch their routine and do something they’ve been putting…
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Why You Aren’t Confident And How To Become Confident
As women, we’ve all had a moment in our lives where we met someone very confident and thought to ourselves, “I wish I were as confident as this person.” We’ve all watched series like Desperate Housewives, Sex and the City, Gilmore Girls, and Euphoria and seen characters like Gaby, Samantha, Lorelai, or Maddie and hoped…
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How TikTok Influencers Transform Everything Into An “Aesthetic”
TikTok, the social media platform known for its short-form videos, has quickly become a cultural phenomenon. Among the many trends that have emerged from this platform, one of the most pervasive is the concept of “aesthetic.” TikTok influencers have taken ordinary, everyday aspects of life and transformed them into curated, visually pleasing experiences. It’s honestly…
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How To Manage Missing An Old Friend
In middle school, I became friends with a girl called Erica* (Not her real name, of course!). For two years, Erica was my everything and since we were in boarding school, I saw a lot of Erica. We ate breakfast, lunch, and dinner together, went to class together, had the same friends, and hung out…
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Fighting Burnout: Welcome To The Club
Lately, I’ve been feeling very tired, irritable, and a bit desperate at work, although I’ve been achieving my goals at work. There is no reason for me to feel that way. My colleagues are supportive, my job is fun (and my side gigs are too!). My boss is kind, and I have a great relationship with…
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Prince William – Why certain men appear “high-quality”
We’ve all heard the alarming news: “Kate Middleton, the Duchess of Wales, has been photoshopped into social media pictures by the Palace!” So many rumors and speculations have been shared amongst gossip circles, certainly shared by people like myself, who are either overwhelmed by the crushing expectations of life or the weight of the boredom…
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Gilmore Girls: The Comfort Series
I’ve never been much of a telly person. Growing up, I always preferred books, much to my parents’ delight. However, this year, I decided to catch up on series that are frequently referenced online. At the top of the list are a few series that dominate the scene: Breaking Bad, Naruto, Star Wars, and shows…
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The Paradox Of Ending A Friendship
In the grand spectacle of life, we all come to realize that even the most cherished friendships have an expiration date. Not because we’re harboring secret vendettas but because life happens—people move, and interests diverge. Suddenly, your best bud from middle school is now a crochet-loving punk while you’ve morphed into a preppy executive who…