Between the Lines

The Tasting Hour

The Tig, the Wine, and the Woman Who Knew Before the World Did

Before fame, Meghan Markle shared her passion for style and wine through her blog, The Tig, inspired by her favorite wine, Tignanello, symbolizing elegance and sophistication.
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The Well-Lived

The Ancient Pull of Water

The love of water is ancient and deeply wired into us. It’s emotional, biological, even philosophical. We are water Our bodies are about 60% water, our brains even more. We began life floating in amniotic fluid. We’re drawn to it because, quite literally, we are it. Humans evolved around water sources. Rivers, lakes, and coasts…
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The Well-Lived

The Beauty of Spring Rain

Spring rain revitalizes nature, inspiring plant growth and prompting birds to momentarily silence. Post-storm, an explosion of birdsong celebrates renewal, reflecting a universal beauty.
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The Well-Lived

The Curious Paradox of Nature Watching

The relationship between humans and nature is ironic; pursuing natural experiences becomes challenging amid life’s demands, yet those who persist reap profound rewards and restoration.
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Echoes of Empire

We Were Promised Connection

Social media, initially promising connection, has devolved into outrage-driven content, diminishing clarity. Regulation is necessary, prioritizing people over algorithms and encouraging thoughtful discourse.
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The Well-Lived

Paper Back

The author expresses a desire to reconnect with traditional reading and reduce distractions from social media, advocating for meaningful interactions and the richness of physical media for a more intentional, fulfilling life.
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The Well-Lived

Birdwatching Balcony

A city balcony can transform into a vibrant birdgarden that nurtures native plants, providing an oasis for wildlife amidst urban life. By choosing resilient, local flora and avoiding chemicals, even small spaces can become habitats for birds and pollinators. This gesture fosters a connection to nature, even within concrete confines.
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Echoes of Empire

Conclave: Between Cinema and Ceremony

The film Conclave could not have landed in theaters at a more fitting moment—just as the world watched Rome host a real-life papal election. Rumor has it, even Pope Leo XIV’s own brother urged him to watch the movie. Now that’s a celestial press review.Thanks to the film, we’re all brushing up on our Vatican…
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The Wandering Eye

Mindfulness Photography

The writer seeks to embrace mindfulness through photography, aiming for deeper awareness and connection with the present by exploring elements like light and texture in their meditative project.
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The Wandering Eye

Doria Pamphilj

Rome of course The Palazzo Doria Pamphilj is located at Via del Corso 305, just a short walk from the Pantheon and Piazza Venezia. This grand Baroque palace, still privately owned by the Doria Pamphilj family, houses the renowned Galleria Doria Pamphilj, featuring masterpieces by artists like Velázquez, Caravaggio, and Titian. Within the palace, you’ll…
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