One of the greatest composers of our time, ushering in the Disney Renaissance of the 1990s with Beauty and the Beast, Alan Menken is a genius. That’s a no-brainer. Beyond other […]
Who here remembers reading Bill Peet’s The Wump World? A masterfully illustrated statement on the effects of pollution and the tragedy of the commons, The Wump World is easily one of my favorite […]
I have a truly insatiable sweet tooth. My great friend Liz McCreery is the exact same way! We will try all your sweetest goods without batting an eye. My PB&J Peanut Butter […]
When citing ethical conflicts in journalism, many of my Professors have been quick to reference Joe McGinniss, author of the true-crime, Helter Skelter-esque novel Fatal Vision. Some necessary background information: […]
What is it about Victoria Beckham, née Posh Spice, that so conveys an air of unattainability? Is it her endless smirking for the camera? Her marriage to soccer star David […]
In the past, I’ve spent hours on Etsy looking for that perfect vintage dress. I love 60s/70s beachwear, and I’m a huge fan of bright colors, florals and psychedelic patterns– […]
Each Spring Break, I make a concerted effort to do all of that pleasure reading I couldn’t do during the semester. With a heap of English assignments, I find myself putting […]
My Great-Grandmother Evelyn Lehman loved to bake. One of her best creations? Apricot Rugelach. These cookies are super easy to make and remind me a lot of Kolache! You’ll need […]
McCann New York and State Street’s Fearless Girl statue gives me all the best feels. Facing off against Wall Street’s Charging Bull, Fearless Girl is my friend Grace, my friend […]
You know me– I can’t get enough of a good thing, especially British procedurals! What is it about detectives, British accents and requests for tea? I’m really asking. I’d love […]
Spring has sprung in Durham! The sun is out, several unnamed students’ guns are out, and we’re all feeling merry. Hey-nonny-nonny! (“Much Ado About Nothing” is filled with this expression, and […]