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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
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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
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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
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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
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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.
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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:
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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
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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
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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
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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,
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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
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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
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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
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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