Monthly Archives: August 2021

5 Books to Check out for Women in Translation Month

It’s August, which means it’s Women in Translation Month! I’d love to spotlight 5 reads I’m looking forward to reading and would recommend others check out too! Heaven by Meiko Kawakami Ever since I read Meiko Kawakami’s Breasts and Eggs, she had me by the NECK! I bought this book as soon as it cameContinue reading “5 Books to Check out for Women in Translation Month”

Review: Bokksu Okukirishima Tea

Using the finest sencha leaves from Kirishima in Kagoshima Prefecture, this tea has subtle sweet notes and a rich, full-bodied silky mouthfeel. It has an elegant flavor profile and would be well-suited for both fancy occasions or your morning cuppa.  – Bokksu At first sip, I was immediately hit with the Okukirishima’s deep, rich taste, the greenContinue reading “Review: Bokksu Okukirishima Tea”

Skincare Review: Youth to the People – Adaptogen Deep Moisture Cream

A deeply hydrating moisturizer with superior plant extracts and a pro-grade peptide complex formulated for dry, reactive, and sensitive skin. This fragrance-free formula is made with an intelligent hydration trio of Squalane, Jojoba + Shea butter for long-lasting deep hydration that won’t clog pores. – Youth to the People I had been eyeing this moisturizer forContinue reading “Skincare Review: Youth to the People – Adaptogen Deep Moisture Cream”