December 22, 2023

At 93, Teaching Me About Possibility

When I abandoned “grayspeak” — talking to elders like they are toddlers — my conversations with my grandmother finally began. Awake from a nap in her […]
December 18, 2023

A Frugal Exploration of Christmas Markets Along the Rhine River

It’s that time of year when holiday markets pop up across Europe. Relying on trains and a “Christmas bus,” we explore eight towns and cities in […]
December 18, 2023

A Frugal Exploration of Christmas Markets Along the Rhine River

It’s that time of year when holiday markets pop up across Europe. Relying on trains and a “Christmas bus,” we explore eight towns and cities in […]
December 16, 2023

Christmas Decorations: 12 Unique Aesthetics and Vibes

The 12 Vibes of Christmas Which is yours? Dec. 16, 2023 Soft lights in warm colors or bright LEDs? Handcrafted ornaments or modern, minimalist baubles? Real […]
December 13, 2023

All I Want for Christmas Is in This PowerPoint Presentation

Some kids are getting more sophisticated with their holiday gift decks, creating a vibe that’s more sales pitch than Santa. Every year, Michelle Miller-McNair asks her […]
December 10, 2023

Watches to Match Your Holiday Sweater

“The holidays are meant to be a special time when you bring out your Christmas sweater — and why not your special watch?” asked Summer Anne […]
December 6, 2023

What Makes a Good Gift Guide?

“In a time of great shift we must respond in kind,” the writer and editor Meaghan O’Connell recently wrote on X. “The media industry needs a […]
December 1, 2023

The Philadelphia Eagles Release a Christmas Album for Charity

The 2018 Super Bowl champions sing — yes, sing — alongside legends such as Patti LaBelle for charity. Jordan Mailata, the 6-foot-8, 365-pound left tackle for […]
November 25, 2023

See the Holiday Windows In New York City

“Let’s light it up!” the actress Jennifer Lawrence said on Monday night as she helped to reveal the holiday windows and kick off the annual lights […]
November 20, 2023

A Hallmark Christmas Movie Costume Designer Shares His Secrets

Keith Nielsen, who oversaw costumes for four Hallmark Christmas movies out this year, shares his approach to dressing festively. (It does not involve ugly sweaters.) Several […]