5 Simple Ways to Create a More Welcoming Home for the Holidays

The holiday season is the perfect time to make your home feel cozy, inviting, and full of warmth. Creating a welcoming environment doesn’t have to mean a total home makeover; small changes can make a big difference! Here are 5 simple ways to transform your space for the holidays, ensuring friends and family feel the festive spirit from the moment they arrive. 1. Create a Cozy Entryway Your entryway sets the tone for the whole house, so give it...

Begin Now to Be What You Will Be Hereafter

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Begin Now to Be What You Will Be Hereafter

MacBook Pro Robert Capa, a famous photojournalist once said, “If your pictures aren’t good enough, you’re not close enough.” It’s not just about zooming in with your lens, either. It’s about getting physically closer to people and getting to know them better. It’s also about spending a little time with a stranger before taking their photo. That helps build the trust and comfort that’ll come through in your pictures. Walk up to...

The Secret of Getting Ahead Is Getting Started

I was recently quoted as saying, “I don’t give a shit” if Instagram has more users than Twitter. If you read the article you’ll note there’s a big “if” before my not giving of said shit. Of course, I am trivializing what Instagram is to many people. It’s a beautifully executed app that enables the creation and enjoyment of art, as well as human connection, which is often a good thing. But my rant had very little to do with it (or...

You Have as Much Laughter as You Have Faith

Just the other day I happened to wake up early. That is unusual for an engineering student. After a long time I could witness the sunrise. I could feel the sun rays falling on my body. Usual morning is followed by hustle to make it to college on time. This morning was just another morning yet seemed different. Witnessing calm and quiet atmosphere, clear and fresh air seemed like a miracle to me. I wanted this time to last longer since I was not...

Some amazing buildings

Minimalism and geometric. When you are alone for days or weeks at a time, you eventually become drawn to people. Talking to randos is the norm. I’ll never forget the conversation with the aquarium fisherman, forest ranger, and women at the Thai market. It’s refreshing to compare notes on life with people from vastly different backgrounds. When you meet fellow travelers, you’ll find they are also filled with a similar sense of adventure and...