Sustainable Cutaway Tank Tops While cutaway tank tops that show off the shoulders are certainly not new, they seem to have become a summer staple over the last couple of years. Whether you favor clean lines, are looking for a …
The Downside of Development
Written by lawyer, Ashlee Uren, this post delves into the colonialist history and unintended consequences of development.
A Ruffled Collar and Puffed Sleeves
A Festive Outfit This outfit is misleading. The big, ruffled collar and puffed sleeves feel very celebratory. But today has been an obnoxious and disappointing one. Last week, Daniel, his mom (who is moving in with us), and I went …
Franklin Graham is Wrong About Progressive Christianity
Franklin Graham and Progressive Christianity Franklin Graham, son of famous Evangelist and Christian speaker, Billy Graham, recently penned an article for Decision Magazine entitled, The Eternal Peril of Progressive Christianity. In it, he writes: It has cropped up in the …
Big News and a Big Skirt
Big News We’re moving to Houston! I will be starting a position as a curate in July. A curate is a recently ordained person who works in a clergy role for two years to get comprehensive experience in a congregational …
How To Shop Sustainably Without Really Trying
How To Shop Sustainably Without Really Trying In 2020, I decided to lay off some of my rigid guidelines for shopping. We were six months into the pandemic and everything was terrible. Things were worse than ever for garment workers, …
How to Dye Hair Back from Blonde (at Home)
How to Dye Hair Back from Blonde In 2014, I had my hair professionally dyed platinum blonde. Since my natural hair color is medium brown, it was quite an undertaking. I was able to have my hair professionally dyed as …
Is Boxed Wine Sustainable? Bota Box Review
I received free wine for review, but this post is not sponsored. Is Boxed Wine Sustainable? For many sustainability advocates, glass is the gold standard. Endlessly recyclable, it’s a sturdy material that doesn’t degrade like plastic, making it ideal for …
March 2022 Life Update
Am I a clergy influencer now? On March 5th, I was ordained a deacon in the Episcopal Church. For those who don’t speak Episcopal hierarchy, I am now a member of the transitional diaconate. Basically, I will be a deacon …
Plastic Bag Bans Don’t Work
Plastic bag bans seems like a great idea on their surface, but there are some loopholes that can make things worse.
Is Hairstory Worth It? Unsponsored New Wash Review
Is Hairstory Worth It? This post contains affiliate links and I may be compensated if you make a purchase through them. In case you haven’t noticed, the Covid era has ushered in a new hair trend. Popularized by hairstylist Jayne …
February 2022 Life Update
February 2022 Life Update The last month has been a wild ride. After completing my 21-hour ordination exams the first week of January, we got the heck out of dodge. But not before I got yelled at on the street …