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• Further Reading: Food as an Expression of Cultural Identity

  

  In my recent Instagram Post (sponsored by Gundlach Bundschu Winery), I share how my friend Jordan tells me about a trip she took last year to Nebraska, where sh... Read more

  Posted on 12 November 2020 FASHION, HAIR & BEAUTY, LIFESTYLE

• Return to Dry Creek Valley: A Zinfandel Tour

  

  Driving North up on the 101, I found myself getting emotional - Shaun and I were off to do something that I personally hadn’t participated in since the first... Read more

  Posted on 09 November 2020 FASHION, HAIR & BEAUTY, LIFESTYLE

• The Forgotten Post: 9 Lessons Learned from 2014

  

  On August 13th, at 9:03am, at the crosswalk of 3rd Street and Santa Rosa Avenue, I was struck by a car as a pedestrian. This month marks seven years since that... Read more

  Posted on 27 August 2020 FASHION, HAIR & BEAUTY, LIFESTYLE

• When a Stream Becomes a Riptide: Trying to Make Sense of This Year So Far

  

  Just three days before I was furloughed for nine weeks, I wrote a letter asking us all to remember our humanity. And oh, what a surreal time we have had since: ... Read more

  Posted on 26 August 2020 FASHION, HAIR & BEAUTY, LIFESTYLE

• Le Parisian Chic Podcast Feature

  

  When my friend Melissa, founder of Le Parisian Chic asked me if I wanted co-host with her on her Le Parisian Chic podcast, I was thrilled. "It will be my very... Read more

  Posted on 25 August 2020 FASHION, HAIR & BEAUTY, LIFESTYLE

• An Impending Sense of Doom

  

  I recently found out that a sign that you are about to enter into anaphylaxis due to an allergic reaction is "an impending sense of doom". Which of course... Read more

  Posted on 24 August 2020 FASHION, HAIR & BEAUTY, LIFESTYLE

• The White Answer

  

  Today is an exciting day for me, because this is Terrance Demon''s first major feature here on A Mused Blog. He and I connect several years ago in the... Read more

  Posted on 22 July 2020 FASHION, HAIR & BEAUTY, LIFESTYLE

• Closure to Goodbye

  

  Sometimes, I write essays and then hesitate on publishing them - this is one of those essays. Originally written in October-November of last year, I had hoped t... Read more

  Posted on 01 July 2020 FASHION, HAIR & BEAUTY, LIFESTYLE

• An Essay on Being Black Bi-racial

  

  Today is Juneteenth. Up until a couple of years ago, I had never heard the word, or known of the holiday, let alone what the historical significance of it was. Read more

  Posted on 19 June 2020 FASHION, HAIR & BEAUTY, LIFESTYLE

• A Letter to You

  

  My dear reader, it has been some time since I have written to you, directly. In the past I have told you about my relationships, my anxiety, and my struggle wit... Read more

  Posted on 24 March 2020 FASHION, HAIR & BEAUTY, LIFESTYLE

• Talking About It

  I’m trying to avoid a cliche follow up to my previous essay, We Don't Talk About This. I don’t want to say “I’m better now!” or, “wow, glad that I made it... Read more

  Posted on 03 March 2020 FASHION, HAIR & BEAUTY, LIFESTYLE

• Vegan Makeup Look: Rose Sunset

  

  I am no makeup artist, by any stretch of the imagination; I can barely apply eyeliner! What I am is a painter. I love to play with color - something that I... Read more

  Posted on 27 February 2020 FASHION, HAIR & BEAUTY, LIFESTYLE

• When It Does Not Choose Me

  

  “Joe, if you get married before me, will you promise to adopt me so I don’t die alone?”“Lmfao. What?”We negotiated: I can live in the guesthouse with a cat... Read more

  Posted on 25 February 2020 FASHION, HAIR & BEAUTY, LIFESTYLE

• Review: Dior Diorama Wallet on a Chain

  

  In a previous outfit/personal style post, I had promised to do a full dedicated review-esque article on my new Dior Diorama bag. And, ta-da! Here we are. This... Read more

  Posted on 13 February 2020 FASHION, HAIR & BEAUTY, LIFESTYLE

• Calistoga Weekend at Roman Spa Hot Springs Resort

  

  Happy (early) Galentine’s Day! This year, to celebrate Galentine’s Day, I invited my friend Victoria to join me on a weekend getaway. Read more

  Posted on 10 February 2020 FASHION, HAIR & BEAUTY, LIFESTYLE

• Dinner in Napa Valley: Lucy Restaurant and Bar at Bardessono

  

  Located in the heart of the Napa Valley, the Lucy Restaurant and Bar at Bardessono is a farm-to-table (complete with a garden on the grounds!) dining... Read more

  Posted on 03 February 2020 FASHION, HAIR & BEAUTY, LIFESTYLE

• We Don't Talk About This

  

  Seated on the edge of my bed with eyes closed, the low but steady sound of white noise came barreling in like a steam engine into my mind. I opened my eyes. Read more

  Posted on 30 January 2020 FASHION, HAIR & BEAUTY, LIFESTYLE

• Introducing: My New Dior Diorama

  

  Living in Northern California’s Sonoma County is a blessing in so many ways: and one of those blessings is the ability to wear an outfit that allows for bare... Read more

  Posted on 27 January 2020 FASHION, HAIR & BEAUTY, LIFESTYLE

• 2020 Mantra and Setting Strong Healthy Habits with Noom

  

  This post contains affiliate links and I will be compensated if you make a purchase after clicking on my links.I have a good feeling about this year. Like, a... Read more

  Posted on 15 January 2020 FASHION, HAIR & BEAUTY, LIFESTYLE

• Introducing: Healdsburg Tastemakers' Event Jan. 24-26th 2019

  

  “Almost everyone who lives and works in Healdsburg is both an artist and a farmer." – Brian Sommer, Les Mars Hotel GMThe Town of Healdsburg which rests at the... Read more

  Posted on 06 January 2020 FASHION, HAIR & BEAUTY, LIFESTYLE