Masa, My Body
Corn Flour Reflections from the Side of the Road
Photographer and storyteller Zachariah takes us on a road trip through Guatemala, guided not by maps, but through the aromas, stories, and history built by corn. Here is his reflection on culture, community, and the dough that built civilizations.
Siela’s Guide: Catskill Mountains
With summer upon us, and perfect weather to be enjoyed, it was finally time to scratch the itch of a camping trip. The both of us took three days off to venture off into the Catskill mountains, along the Hudson valley. We found a perfect campsite along the river in Phoenicia, NY, and set off for the woods.
And it’s literally Wednesday again
Roberta and Justina sit down with themselves; a shared journal, we state what’s been on our minds: our collective reflections of late. We found that although written individually, we came to a lot of similar conclusions. Most days are Wednesdays. A lot of life is spent between its prettiest moments. Coming to our senses, we each share our thoughts on life in our mid twenties, and the realness of it all. The realization that most days are indeed, just another Wednesday. How do we make them count? It’s bittersweet, real, and raw.
The Way Back to Yourself with Lukas Kulbis
Lukas Kublis, breathwork coach, shares how a single mushroom walk in the woods led him to quit his corporate job, move to Ecuador, and dedicate his life to teaching others how to breathe. This is a conversation about returning to yourself.
Coffee with God
Justina shares her evolving journey of getting to know God beyond the walls of religion.
From churches to quiet coffee shop moments, she reflects on God as love, presence, and everyday connection. This reflection invites us to see the divine in new and personal ways.
Lessons of the East: Travelogue of India
A month in India
Roberta shares her personal tales of her time spent in India — from ancient Vedic philosophies to soul searching. Completing her yoga teacher training has taught her much more than she could’ve imagined. A dream to see what it’s really all about in the East…
Indian Attar: Perfume from the Earth
We discovered a new kind of scent while traveling through India— Attar, a pure, slow-crafted fragrance unlike anything else. Read on to see why it’s so special and how to bring one into your own collection.
Uprooting: The Truth About Leaving Everything and Moving Abroad
Leaving everything behind to move abroad sounds like a dream, but it comes with its own quiet costs. In this piece, Genevieve steps into the unseen parts of starting over: the uncertainty, the small unravelings, and the unexpected clarity that only the unknown can bring.
From the Earth: Baltic Amber
Pieces of the earth that have waited millions of years to be rediscovered. Explore the origins of Baltic amber, its healing and spiritual properties, and the inspiration behind our first collection, From the Earth.
AMBER + CRYSTAL GUIDE
With the raw ambers properties and the unique mix of crystals, there is magic in each hand-strung with love piece…
When You Know It’s Time
Three personal reflections on the turning points that shape who we become. Each story explores a different kind of change: redefining success, taking a leap, and finding the courage to begin again.
For those looking for a nudge in the right direction, if you feel change coming soon or are craving it…
Notes from the Clouds: Morne Trois Pitons, Dominica
Join Zachariah Brown in Dominica’s Morne Trois Pitons National Park: a place of steep climbs, sudden rain, black sand beaches, and endless green. What starts as a search for waterfalls becomes something deeper: a meditation on nature, preservation, and the perspective found from above.
The Secret to Finding your Path with Linas Kairys
Justina and Roberta sit down with Linas Kairys, folk dance enthusiast who shares his impact on the American-Lithuanian community, how he found his passion, his why, and how others can start following their dreams too.
There’s More To See
Join us as we reflect on the past year with Siela. Justina and Roberta share their challenges, lessons learned, and a glimpse of what the future holds for this journey.
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