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The Wonderful World of Pookie & Jett
Isabelle Redfield Isabelle Redfield

The Wonderful World of Pookie & Jett

Beyond the Birkin and the balloons, the Pucketts are selling marriage and family. Know it as "normality," "aspiration," or "pure fairytale," Jett and Campbell’s lifestyle counters those of other social media personalities. Marriage, when done well, is attractive—hence, hundreds of thousands of followers. A happily married couple is good for America to see.

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These Olympic Women Remind Us to Thank God
Isabelle Redfield Isabelle Redfield

These Olympic Women Remind Us to Thank God

The 2024 Olympic Games opened with French performers in drag mocking the Last Supper of Jesus Christ. It’s strange that this insult to Christianity was allowed, considering that the Olympics charter states that, “No kind of demonstration or political, religious, or racial propaganda is allowed in any Olympic sites, venues, or other areas.” This rule is why athletes are limited in what images and designs they can include on their athletic equipment. For example, Brazilian surfer Joao Chianca was prohibited from using a surfboard that showed an image of Christ. Despite this limitation, some athletes found creative ways to thank God during the tournament. These women credited their Olympic success to God.

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What We Can Learn from the Italian Dolce Vita Lifestyle
Isabelle Redfield Isabelle Redfield

What We Can Learn from the Italian Dolce Vita Lifestyle

The carnivore diet, 75 hard, veganism, and soft cardio — we’ve heard it all. There are countless diet and wellness trends promising longevity, health, and fitness for young women. Does it really have to be this complicated?

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Why You Should Read the Classics This Summer
Isabelle Redfield Isabelle Redfield

Why You Should Read the Classics This Summer

Human nature hasn’t changed since the ancients first began recording narratives. The classics, from The Odyssey by Homer to Emma by Jane Austen, are intimate windows into the joys and tragedies of life, unlocking the full spectrum of emotions and experiences. For every genre, there is a book the great Evie Solheim has deemed a must-read for the summer. Actually, they should be must-reads period. Prepare to add to Amazon cart!

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The Essential Dinner Party Guide
Isabelle Redfield Isabelle Redfield

The Essential Dinner Party Guide

Have you experienced loneliness post-Covid? If so, you’re among 43% of young adults reporting the same isolation. We have discovered an antidote. It’s an old-fashioned idea, far from revolutionary. Consider: the dinner party. There are best-kept secrets for how to host an extraordinary one. Read our latest piece to unlock them!

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What Vegans Don’t Want You to Know – The Truth from an Iowa Farm Girl
Jayme Chandler Jayme Chandler

What Vegans Don’t Want You to Know – The Truth from an Iowa Farm Girl

Vegans have villainized family farms due to a misunderstanding of common animal welfare and husbandry practices. Animal rights activists have created a narrative that all farmers mistreat their animals and see them as numbers for profit. As a girl who grew up on her family’s farm in Northeast Iowa, I have seen firsthand the care and compassion that farmers put into what they do.

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The Power of a Present Father
Isabelle Redfield Isabelle Redfield

The Power of a Present Father

Fathers are the cornerstone of the family. Fathers offer structure and protection. Fathers are the catalyst for cultural change. Fathers anchor, guide, defend, and provide. As a result, the nuclear family grows tighter, communities get stronger, and the nation prospers. It all starts with the father

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Lessons Learned from Pregnancy Loss
Jayme Chandler Jayme Chandler

Lessons Learned from Pregnancy Loss

The loss of a pregnancy is an earth-shattering moment. Your world stops and all the joyful anticipation screeches to a painful halt. Regardless of gestational age, it can be crushing. As with any loss, moments of grief can catch you by surprise. The complexities of individual grief and longing are so specific that no singular resource can address everything. But here are some small ways you can navigate the complexities of grief:

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Lessons from the Women of Old Hollywood
Isabelle Redfield Isabelle Redfield

Lessons from the Women of Old Hollywood

From Casablanca to Breakfast at Tiffany’s, many old films featured glamorous, classy, and dynamic women. They were presented respectfully. Compare that to today, when the film industry consistently debases women in scenes of nudity and sex. Modern feminism has permeated into today's films, where women are often portrayed in a sexually explicit manner that demeans the sacredness of the female body.

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The Lost Art of Etiquette
Jayme Chandler Jayme Chandler

The Lost Art of Etiquette

Imagine a world where everyone, on the internet and in public, is kind, considerate, respectful, honest, and polite. It seems so easy to achieve yet so inconceivable today. In a world filled with click-bait news and social media dopamine spikes, more people of all ages feel like they can disregard etiquette online and in public spaces.

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Why Are You Single?
Isabelle Redfield Isabelle Redfield

Why Are You Single?

The New York Post recently featured a “Dating Calculator” created by Keeper, a matchmaking service, that shows you “what percent of men/women in the United States meet your standards.” TLDR: it was low. But there’s hope. Dana explains how she found the one.

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A Reflection of Preparation for Aspiring Mothers
Isabelle Redfield Isabelle Redfield

A Reflection of Preparation for Aspiring Mothers

After we take extra time to cherish mothers, grandmothers, and other mother-figures, we should prepare for the vocation in our own hearts. This doesn’t mean mothering your boyfriend or rushing your current phase of life. Rather, it means taking stock of how you are cultivating your relationships and taking care of yourself.

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The Small-Town Summer Guide
Isabelle Redfield Isabelle Redfield

The Small-Town Summer Guide

It’s that time of year again. Everyone is gearing up for warmer weather, travel, internships, and weddings. But amid busy scheduling, don’t forget to slow down and relish in some simple but classic joys and festivities. Here are ways to have a quintessential American summer:

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Why We’re in Love with American Interior Design
Isabelle Redfield Isabelle Redfield

Why We’re in Love with American Interior Design

When we think of interior design, we often think of other countries. There’s natural and neutral Scandinavian minimalism and French fancy maximalism. While it’s become popular to claim that America has no culture, its interior design reflects its rich history and multifaceted makeup.

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Ditch the Roster to Find Love
Isabelle Redfield Isabelle Redfield

Ditch the Roster to Find Love

A common recommendation for young women hoping to avoid catching feelings is to maintain a “roster.” If we scatter our energies across many suitors, the advice goes, the dating woman will suffer a smaller emotional burden. Patricia tells us why this advice is W R O N G!

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Life Lessons from a College Senior
Isabelle Redfield Isabelle Redfield

Life Lessons from a College Senior

​“College was the best four years of my life,” family and friends often told me growing up. As I wrap up my college experience in the next few days, I’ve been reflecting on my experience, and whether it lived up to the hype. Though I put immense pressure on my college years, so glamorized by culture, I’m amazed at how fast they flew. While bittersweet, this last stretch has left me with great excitement and anticipation for the future. I feel equipped to face it.

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How Feminists Ruined International Women’s Day
Isabelle Redfield Isabelle Redfield

How Feminists Ruined International Women’s Day

Now, the country celebrates IWD on March 8 every year. Across Instagram, many girls and women will use the day as an opportunity to express their First World discontentment and to pat themselves on the back for being in the fight for already-achieved women’s rights. Most of those taking part in this day don’t stand up for the most vulnerable and tear down women who don’t fit their often anti-woman agenda. These activists chanted “say her name” after Brianna Taylor died but ignored the murder of 22-year-old Laken Riley just last week.

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Dear Post-Grads, Don’t Get Stuck in Neverland (Cities)
Isabelle Redfield Isabelle Redfield

Dear Post-Grads, Don’t Get Stuck in Neverland (Cities)

The talented girl leaving home for the big city, comically small suitcase in hand, is a movie trope for the ages. From Beauty and the Beast to The Devil Wears Prada to Coyote Ugly and Hairspray, the Hollywood consensus is that the first step to self-discovery as a young woman is to live among the skyscrapers. What these title characters are reflecting is that young adults are synonymous with urban areas. And what's not to like about urban living?

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A Love Letter to Love Letters
Isabelle Redfield Isabelle Redfield

A Love Letter to Love Letters

There really is something special about going to the effort of obtaining paper and an envelope, thinking about what you write, and then hopefully mailing that little piece of your heart. In our world of instant communication, reviving the art of writing letters is an important way we can transcend the digital realm and enrich our relationships, at whatever stage they may be at.

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Get Your Kids Involved in the Local Fair
Isabelle Redfield Isabelle Redfield

Get Your Kids Involved in the Local Fair

Their boots are dusty, hands are dirty. They are sore from lugging buckets of water. Perhaps they're still humming with the excitement of winning a blue ribbon. This child is excited to display their mastery of often overlooked practical skills. Parents have the critical role of teaching their children the value of hard work, responsibility, and independence, but real-world opportunities to apply them are dwindling. One of the few remaining places where children can engage in traditional activities such as preserving food and raising animals alongside a community of peers is the local fair.

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