Magic

Embrace the enchanting magic of summer through the warmth of barbecues, the mystique of bonfires, and the wonder of stargazing. Discover the ancient rituals that connect us to nature's rhythms and ignite our own inner fire.

PHOTOGRAPHY BY SABRINA L. GREENE Photographer Sabrina L. Greene was driving by her local dentist’s office in Waynesville, North Carolina, late last summer when she...

Join the captivating tale of a sea creature's love and transformation, as she imparts enchanting sea magic. Discover the power of water and its connection to our emotions and stories. Dive into this heartfelt journey of longing, reflection, and the relentless beauty of the ocean

Titania and Bottom by John Anster Fitzgerald Artepics / Alamy Stock Photo This photo shoot was first inspired by a unicorn head. My mom was infatuated...

If your eyes are reading these words, this was meant for you. Take my hands, breathe in the fragrant blooms of the summertime air,...

PHOTOGRAPHY BY JULIE FLORO @julie_floro Dress Designer: Mariah Lynn Designs @mariahlynndesigns Florals/Crowns/Table Styling: Dark Horse Botanical @darkhorsebotanical Models: Brittany Ann @brittanyann_pa_ Pilisa Mackey @cutiepiepichan Veronika Lutsenko @_veronika.lutsenko_ Katie Eigenbrod @statefossil Tessa Wilder @summerloveletters "Do you always...

Experience the enchanting Kupala Night, a joyful and mysterious Slavic holiday filled with bonfires, dancing, and magical rituals. Discover the ancient traditions of fire and water, the release of wreaths, and the search for the legendary fern flower. Join Lena Lenard, on Instagram @lena_fox_art, for a glimpse into this vibrant celebration of love, fertility, and nature.

Embrace the summer season with self-care ideas that celebrate the beauty and intensity of this time. Connect with the wonder of childhood by spending time with a young friend and engaging in magical activities. Explore nature by creating a fairy house or having a picnic at the woods' edge, sharing your treats with the tiny creatures around you. Find solace in the shade of trees, appreciating the dappled light and your place in the natural world. Cultivate gratitude for your body by embracing your skin's vulnerability and taking a moment to feel alive. Experience the joy of a rainstorm, allowing the raindrops to touch your skin and finding laughter in the contradictions of life. Stay hydrated and infuse water with delicious flavors, hosting a garden party and delighting guests with flower-filled ice cubes. Indulge in long baths, whether indoors or outdoors, and savor the relaxation as the summer heat melts away. Take time to appreciate the magic of fireflies and commit to being technology-free while you marvel at their glow. Surround yourself with flowers, bringing some indoors and pressing or drying others for future use. Lastly, give yourself permission to retreat and prioritize your self-care, even in the hottest days of summer.

Photography by PRISCILLA HERNANDEZ Instagram @yidneth The sun was directly overhead but would soon bow to the moon. She was preparing the garden. All the moonlight...

For me, summer comes with the childhood nostalgia of weeks filled with fun, freedom, fireflies, and stargazing. I clearly remember searching the night sky...