team edward underwear and today's internet tea
Hello. I have lots of articles for you today so I’ll keep this short and sweet. I’ll be sending out a list of November favorites and December wishlist items later this week for some gifting inspiration. I’ve been making little gift guides on Tiktok, too. One for Sofia Coppola loving balletcore delicate fairy soft girls. I made one for bookish loving girls. And one for goth victorian princess dark academia girls. Pick your poison.
Today’s tea:
-Adrianne Lenker’s Radical Honesty
Adrianne Lenker, the introspective and intuitive frontwoman of Big Thief, finds herself at a reflective crossroads, standing beside a creek in upstate New York. Amid the solitude and the profound uncertainties of the pandemic, Lenker's experience by the creek becomes a poignant metaphor for change and impermanence, capturing the essence of her introspective nature and her ability to find deep, personal connections in her music and life transitions.
I love Adrianne Lenker. I think she’s brilliant and I wish I could meet her and give her a hug and hold her hand.
-Why Is Everyone So Unhappy at Work Right Now?
The rising discontent among American workers underscores a deeper, pandemic-initiated reassessment of work life. Despite salary increases and more workplace flexibility, factors like inflation, the challenges of hybrid/remote work, and a rigid job market contribute to growing stress, anger, and disengagement among U.S. professionals.
-We’re Sedating Women With Self-Care
The journey of coping with an enigmatic and physically altering health condition leads to a deep exploration of the wellness industry, where traditional medicine's limits are met with a plethora of alternative solutions promising well-being. This exploration reveals the stark contrast between the industry's confident assurances and the complex, often systemic realities of health, underscoring the tension between the pursuit of wellness as a consumerist endeavor and the genuine need for holistic, supportive environments for true well-being.
-Have You Been to the Library Lately?
Librarians, traditionally guardians of quiet and order in reading spaces, now confront an array of societal challenges including mental health crises, homelessness, and unpredictable violence, transforming libraries from serene book havens to complex microcosms of urban social issues. This seismic shift in the librarian's role reflects the broader societal struggles infiltrating public spaces, as libraries evolve into multifaceted community hubs grappling with the intensifying needs and diverse demands of their patrons.
-Dear Therapist: I Don’t Want to See My Mom This Christmas
Struggling to set boundaries with a toxic mother, especially around the holiday season, is a common challenge that often leads to internal conflicts between personal desires and familial obligations. This particular case highlights the importance of compassionate boundary-setting and self-care, demonstrating that while understanding a parent's perspective is essential, prioritizing one's own mental health and creating personal traditions is equally vital.
-“To Be A Writer, You Must Write”: How Joan Didion Became Joan Didion
Joan Didion's iconic photograph, captured by Nancy Ellison in 1976, speaks volumes about her intimate relationship with the written word, her thoughtful gaze and curled fist suggesting a mind deeply engaged in the craft of writing, while a typewriter occupies significant space in the frame, symbolizing her lifelong commitment to the physical and creative aspects of writing. Didion's journey, from learning to write by mimicking Hemingway and Conrad's sentences on an Olivetti typewriter to gradually embracing modern technology while maintaining her meticulous attention to every word, encapsulates the evolution of a writer deeply connected to her tools and the transformative power of language.
-Do You Believe in Magic? On The Timeless Charm of Children’s Books
Creating art prints of book spines for clients, I've noticed a profound connection people have with books from their childhood, often including them in their custom collections. These early books, whether self-read or shared by a loved one, leave an indelible mark, addressing life's joys and fears with memorable stories and illustrations that resonate deeply, even into adulthood.
-The Eternal Life of the ’90s Supermodel
The recent documentaries exploring the evolution of the modeling industry, such as "The Super Models" and "Invisible Beauty," delve into the changing perceptions and roles of models, reflecting broader societal shifts in defining beauty, power, and influence. These films not only celebrate iconic figures like Naomi Campbell and Cindy Crawford but also examine the industry's transient nature and its oscillation between embracing diversity and reverting to homogeneity, highlighting the continuous struggle for representation and the fleeting essence of modeling fame.
-Should People Have the Right to Say Awful Things Without Facing Legal Consequences?
In a society grappling with the limits of free speech, the case of Stuart Seldowitz, charged with a hate crime for his bigoted rants against a street-cart vendor, highlights the complexity of defining and prosecuting hate speech. While such incidents stir public outrage, the reliance on viral videos and arbitrary enforcement of hate-crime laws raises questions about the balance between moral responsibility and legal retribution in upholding free speech.
Catherine Hardwicke, director of the first "Twilight" film, envisions Jacob Elordi and Jenna Ortega as the ideal choices for Edward Cullen and Bella Swan in a potential reboot of the saga, citing their current success in Hollywood.
I saw a pair of team edward underwear on pinterest and I’ve been on the hunt for them ever since. I spent 20 mins trying to find them because I can’t remember which board I saved them on. Unfortunately, I’ve failed you. But when I find them, rest assured, I’ll send them your way.
Okay, that’s all for now. Don’t forget to have a little treat this afternoon.
Bye <3
