Sobriety is a deeply personal and often sensitive subject. The decision to embrace sobriety can stem from many reasons—rooted in health, emotional healing, and often a mix of the two. The reasons are unique to each individual and shaped by their lived experiences. When someone chooses sobriety, it can bring up emotions in others who...

  Does maple syrup go bad or expire? The short answer: Yes, maple syrup can go bad. Maple syrup is one of nature’s sweetest gifts, pure, golden, and tapped straight from maple trees. But have you ever found a bottle in the back of your pantry or fridge and wondered if it’s still ok to...

This weekend, our friends hosted a movie viewing of Newsies… The 1992 musical — starring Christian Bale, David Moscow, and Doogie Howser’s best friend — follows a group of teenage newsies who organize their own union so they can stand up to the “muckety-mucks,” aka newspaper tycoon Joseph Pulitzer and his henchmen. I was excited to...

Photo by Stephanie Sunberg for Maria Stanley Time management and organization have never come naturally to me. When life became unmanageable—a constant since my second child arrived—I looked to the experts. Not once did I think of listening to my own rhythm and body. Productivity, I thought, was something to master, not something to understand. Then I hit...

Jammy Eggs With Pickled Leeks, Dill, Capers, Smoked Salmon, and Buttermilk Crème Fraîche Toasts There’s something extra magical about winter weekends at the cabin. Slow mornings. Coffee by the fire. Long meals. No agenda. The simplicity of being in nature. My friend Lisa Hackwith and her partner have spent years hosting friends and family at...

This month’s theme on Wit & Delight is all about the art of the mix in interior design. I wanted to share more info on this topic and write about how you can apply the art of the mix in your own home. When I first sat down to write this article, I thought of...

We may receive a portion of sales if you purchase a product through a link in this article. October’s arrival feels like an invitation to savor—a shift into cooler evenings, golden light, and routines that make me feel grounded. Last weekend, we had a couple of friends over for a casual pasta night, and it...

I was recently diagnosed with rosacea, which led me to take a closer look at the skincare products I was using. Through that process, I reassessed my skincare routine, paying special attention to how my skin reacts to different factors—especially my cycle. Right before my period, I tend to get a few pimples, and my...

This post is brought to you by The Inside. Color and pattern add so much life and personality to a home. But for many of us, it’s hard to know where to start. We’re afraid of making mistakes or our homes looking too busy or cluttered. It wasn’t until I moved into a home where...

Last week, a friend of mine was met with a room full of nods when she admitted she’s more motivated to refresh her space in the fall than in the spring. Chalk it up to our nesting instincts as the cozy season beckons or the back-to-school energy—either way, we all agreed. Fall home organization comes...