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Diamonds & Deco Launch
Hello luvs! I am beyond excited to announce that my new collection, Diamonds and Deco, has launched! After days of editing photos and writing product
Diamonds & Deco
As a fashion designer, one of the most thrilling moments of my creative process is preparing for a new drop. It’s the culmination of a
Smoky Quartz Grunge
After wrapping up 2022 in style with Zoe Jakes‘s workshop and her epic performance with Beats Antique at the Music Box on NYE, I’m excited
Spellbound Collection
My Spellbound Collection is embellished with magical hand-drawn imagery illustrated by local San Diego artist Gopi Henna. It features esoteric amulets designed to simultaneously empower and protect
Mystique Collection
The Mystique Collection As a clothing designer, one of the aspects I enjoy the most is collaborating with other artists to create my exclusive prints.
A Little Lighter Podcast with Alicia Free
Last winter I had the pleasure of discovering Alicia Free’s bellydance podcast “A Little Lighter.” Listening to her show made me feel connected to my beloved
Zero Degrees Latitude
LA CASA DE ROY AND THE ILL-FATED TURKEY, PART I
THANKSGIVING IN ECUADOR La Casa De Roy I want to introduce you to our house in Salinas, Ecuador, as it was the final resting place
GETTING TO KNOW MELODIA THE ARTIST
I see Ecuador in Melodia. I’ve heard it said that art imitates life. I’ve also heard that life imitates art. Apparently, neither art nor life
LAUNDRY DAY WASHOUT
Itʼs a gloriously sunny Vilcabamba day in the middle of a long and rainy Spring, perfect for making the trek by horseback down the mountain
BEES GETTING BUSY
Stories for Melodia by Deborah Medley My brother-in-law Jaime walked into the cottage one sunny, warm afternoon carrying a large bowlful of honeycomb freshly excavated
A DAY OF MOUNTAIN MISCHIEF
I was married to a mischievous man, and I am naive by nature. It was in the early days of our marriage when we were
TWO GIFTS OF LOVE
An Oven and an Onion Poultice by Deborah Medley for my daughter Melodia Our little farm kitchen in Vilcabamba had one modern appliance, a two-burner
detox-RETOX
Melo’s Muses No. 3: Cassandra Davis
Please enjoy this thoughtful interview with my friend, former dancing partner, and current CEO of Essential Wipes, Cassandra Davis. First 10 customers to use code
Blood Moon Sangria
Tonight offers a gorgeous full moon in the desert and I suddenly find myself with an unusual hankering for some fragrant, spiced sangria. I don’t
Keto Kups
Keto Kups: Phat Fueled Bombs What’s a Phat Bomb? A Phat Bomb is a delicious high fat – low carb snack that’s supremely healthy, great
Raw Chocolate Bark Decadence
Easy Raw CHOCOLATE Recipe I love chocolate, AND I also really value making healthy, guilt-free choices, especially when it comes to foods I like to
Festive Potato Salad
During my festival season, I find it’s extra important to prepare healthy meals for myself that travel well and are quick to serve. That way
DESSERT FOR BREAKFAST? ABSOLUTELY!
Chia Seed Breakfast Starring: Cha-cha-cha-Chia! Not to date myself, but I recall my introduction to Chia seeds actually came from the catchy Chia Pet jingle
recipes from the blog
GREEN CREAM DREAM SMOOTHIE
Inspired by my favorite Cafe Gratitude smoothy called “I Am Alert,” I decided to try my hand at replicating this creamy drink at home. Ingredients:
Keto Kookies
I grew up a product of the 80’s, an era when calorie-free and fat-free foods became confused as healthy. I have become savvy to the
PALEO “PARTY” PORRIDGE
As the mornings start to get a bit more chilly, I find myself craving a warm cozy breakfast as opposed to my usual blended protein
Sweet Potato Pie
Healthy Dessert I’m not gonna lie… I LOVE PIE. BUT… Life is too short to feel guilt from what one eats, so I love to
Raw Nog
Raw Nog easy as 1-2-3 Try this delicious, raw, and healthy version of our featured holiday Egg Nog “inspired’ drink. Ingredients 3 cups Raw Almonds,
SENSUOUS HOMEMADE CHAI
Ariel’s Magical Chai I have always been enchanted by the rich aroma and exotic flavors in homemade chai. I find that a truly good recipe
MACA-CHOCA-MATE-LATTE
MY INFAMOUS HOT & SPICY APHRODISIAC ELIXIR Easy, yummy, and strong~ just the way I like ‘em! 😉 Brew YERBA MATE tea, 2 cups Heat
SPARKLING TURMERIC TONIC
During the midday heat of a week-long dance festival, my dear friend Jo offered me a sip of her day-glow orange elixir. Not only was
DESSERT FOR BREAKFAST? ABSOLUTELY!
Chia Seed Breakfast Starring: Cha-cha-cha-Chia! Not to date myself, but I recall my introduction to Chia seeds actually came from the catchy Chia Pet jingle