Health + Wellness

Nourishing the Earth and Soul

Spiritual Food’s Mission to Heal the Planet Through Biodynamic, Regenerative Organic Agriculture and Community. Article by Vivian Mammen The Architecture of a New Food System In an era of industrial agriculture and disconnected supply chains, Spiritual Food CSA stands as a beacon of ecological and spiritual restoration. Founded on the principle that soil is the life-giving skin of our planet, the organization serves as a vital intermediary between conscientious consumers and the dedicated...

Arts + Culture

The Jeweler to the Juggernauts

Designing iconic symbols of American heritage for the world’s leaders. Article by Vivian Mammen For over thirty-six years, Ann Hand has occupied a singular space in the American landscape, operating at the intersection of fine jewelry and political history. Known as the "Jeweler to the Washington Power Elite," her creations have graced the lapels of presidents, diplomats, and dignitaries, becoming a staple of the capital’s visual language. From her studio, she transforms brass, gold, and...

Travel

Where to Escape the Crowds

and Beat the Heat this summer in Europe  Article and Photography by Heather Lane Chauny I recently returned from a trip to Europe this spring, and the crowds were already overwhelming due to overtourism. This summer, as high-season travel rolls around, I am advising my clients to bypass the crowds and enjoy European charm the way it should be enjoyed. Here are some of my top picks:  Slovenia: Beaches, Mountains & Vineyards Slovenia quietly delivers everything travelers crave: Adriatic...

Arts + Culture

See The World Through Her Lens

Cover Artist Jessica Wallach explores how we move through the world - inside and out. Article by Vivian Mammen | Photography by Jessica Wallach For Jessica Wallach, a photograph is never just an image. It is an invitation to slow down, look closer, and reconsider what the body knows. Wallach is a disabled artist with cerebral palsy, a photographer with more than twenty-five years of experience, and Content Manager and teaching artist with Story Tapestries. In schools, community spaces, and...