Author: Michelle Korhonen
After Donald Trump was banned from Twitter in 2021, Donald Trump Jr. made a public appeal to Elon Musk for help. “Wanted to come up with something to deal with some of this nonsense and the censorship that’s going on right now, obviously only targeted one way,” he said in a video that was posted to Instagram. “Why doesn’t Elon Musk create a social-media platform?” (The video was titled “Here’s How Elon Musk Could Save Free Speech.”)This was—I think we can say it—prescient.A little more than a year later, Musk was promising not an entirely new site, but a hostile…
A research participant in the Levi Lab at University California, Berkeley undergoes treatment for amblyopia using virtual reality. Elena Zhukova/UC Regents hide caption toggle caption Elena Zhukova/UC Regents A research participant in the Levi Lab at University California, Berkeley undergoes treatment for amblyopia using virtual reality. Elena Zhukova/UC Regents Amblyopia, or lazy eye, is the most common cause of vision loss in children. And the condition, which compromises depth perception, can last into adulthood. But until recently, treatments for amblyopia hadn’t changed much. The standard approach relies on an eye patch over the stronger eye to force the brain to…
After the store-bought Christmas dinner was ordered purchased picked up by me and presented on ceramic dinner plates because it is Christmas after all After dietary preferences were accommodated wine of both colors was opened poured and drunk and the bottles were hauled by me in a large wicker basket in the dark to the recycling bin After the leftover food was scraped by me into the trash the bowls rinsed under water that scalded my hands After the dishwasher was unloaded…
When the weather turns frigid, there is only one thing to do: make a pot of chicken-noodle soup. On the first cold afternoon in early December, I simmered a whole rotisserie chicken with fennel, dill, and orzo, then ladled it into bowls for a cozy family meal. Just as I thought we’d reached peak hygge, my five-month-old son suddenly grabbed my steaming bowl and tipped the soup all over himself. Piercing screams and a frenzied taxi ride to the pediatric emergency room ensued.My husband and I waited in the ER with our pantsless, crying child, racked with guilt. But when…
Elizabeth Weller speaks at a press conference in Austin, Texas on July 19. She’s one of 20 women suing the state after being denied abortions despite serious pregnancy complications. Suzanne Cordeiro/AFP via Getty Images hide caption toggle caption Suzanne Cordeiro/AFP via Getty Images Elizabeth Weller speaks at a press conference in Austin, Texas on July 19. She’s one of 20 women suing the state after being denied abortions despite serious pregnancy complications. Suzanne Cordeiro/AFP via Getty Images As 2023 comes to a close, so too does the first full year of the post-Roe era in America. Some of the year’s…
If this guidance resonates, carry it with you into the new year.Katie Martin / The AtlanticDecember 26, 2023, 7:30 AM ETIn a year when global temperatures reached a record high, artificial-intelligence advancements sparked questions around work and human interaction, and wars raged in Europe and in the Middle East, Atlantic writers and other experts offered pragmatic wisdom on navigating everyday experiences with friendship, family, and work.Their words point to the virtues of finding wonder in mundane moments, navigating grief with a spirit of acceptance, and prioritizing human connection.As 2024 approaches, we’re reflecting on some of the most memorable advice shared…
Sharing a recipe for homemade protein ice cream that’s rich and delicious; the perfect healthy dessert or protein-packed snack! Hi friends! How is the day going? I hope you’re having a wonderful morning. How about a little ice cream for breakfast? It’s one of my favorite healthy dessert recipes and you can enjoy it as a post-workout breakfast! I have a super easy and delicious recipe to share with you today for homemade protein ice cream! (I added peanut butter and chocolate chunks to this batch and it was a dreaaaaammmmmm) Homemade Protein Ice Cream We all know that protein…
Today, I’m so excited to welcome Ali Shapiro to the podcast! Here’s what we talk about in today’s episode: – Her health and wellness background – The “all or nothing” mentality -The importance of flexibility for maintaining long-term consistency 147: Ditching the “all or nothing” mentality with Ali Shapiro Ali is the host of the top-ranked podcast Insatiable, a holistic nutritionist, integrated health coach, and rebel with a serious cause. She’s academically, practically, and empathetically aware of how the medical system, diet culture, and body positivity movements all have their own flavor of crazy. Ali developed TRUCE while in…
Hi friends! Happy holly jolly weekend to ya. What are you up to? We are baking cookies, cleaning, and getting the last bit of holiday to-dos completed. I’m also putting together something fun for January; I’ll have it up here on the blog next week. We had a loss in our family this week, so Christmas is going to look a bit different from our usual routine. I’m definitely looking forward to mass with the fam, spending time together, and watching the kids open their gifts. I may share more later, but my heart is hurting right now. Friday Faves…
Hi friends! I hope that you have a wonderful day, and a very Merry Christmas to my friends who are celebrating today. Wishing you joy, happiness, love, and vibrant health. Thank you so much for being a part of my life! For now, we’re going to enjoy some coffee and nana’s egg casserole, watch the babies open gifts, and spend the day in our jammies with family. Have a great day and I’ll see ya soon. xoxo Gina Post Navigation: Friday Faves 12.22 →