Wild Horses Daylily Wins the Garden’s Triple Crown
It's #FlowerFriday! Daylilies are hands-down my favorite flower. Of the thousands of varieties, it’s difficult to choose a favorite, but Wild Horses truly takes my breath away.
Flower photo by Oakes Daylilies
The Beauty of Becoming: Growth Through Life’s Changes
I poured my heart into raising my children, never realizing I’d quietly built a vision for their future—one that isn’t mine to shape. Letting go of our grown-up kids doesn’t happen all at once. We let go, not because we want to, but because we believe in the beauty of their becoming.
Kale Chips are Gross (and Other Truths About Healthy Living)
Tommy Ryman is not alone in stating, "Healthy is Gross." My childhood was filled with veggie chips, trail mix, carob, and yogurt with carrots and celery for snacks. Pop tarts and soft drinks never crossed the threshold.
“I Like Myself” by Karen Beaumont
This little girl knows what matters. At once silly and serious, Karen Beaumont's joyful text and David Catrow's vibrant illustrations encourage kids to appreciate everything about themselves, inside and out.
The 32nd Collective & Top 10 List To Share
From Minnesota to my garden, discover The 32nd Collective and more Hippie Chick favorites. Websites about sustainability in self-care, fashion, cruelty-free beauty, travel, and art.
Our Power, Our Planet. World Earth Day 2025
It's already World Earth Day 2025! There's so much happening in the world that it feels overwhelming. This year's theme is "Our Power, Our Planet."
Daylily 101 video. How to plant daylilies
Daylilies are super hardy and easy to care for, making them a great place to start if you are new to gardening. You may have some questions. So here is everything you need to know…
Neo-Hippies and Bohemians and Hippie Chicks, oh my!
From neo-hippies to bohemians to self-proclaimed Hippie Chicks, today’s free spirits are redefining what it means to live authentically, consciously, and creatively.
Peace, Love, and The Culture of Us
This video featuring Yo-Yo Ma beautifully communicates messages of peace, love, and beauty in diversity that resonate within modern hippie culture.
F-Society, A Hacktivist's Speech
In the four-season series, "Mr. Robot," Rami Malek plays Elliot Anderson, a cybersecurity expert who hacks personal information at night. He talks with his therapist in this clip. * Language warning
Mountain Girl Meets Miami 305
Last month, I had the chance to take a trip to Miami. Since I’m a mountain and lake girl, I was ambivalent at first. When I arrived, I fell in love with the colors, palm trees, and diverse residents.
This Tiny Dancer: Thoughts on Identity and Creativity
Who snuck into my home and caught me dancing? This little girl expresses the joy, passion, and love for dance that’s still inside me, even though I might be a few years older on the outside.