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And neither can we. How can a country get to the point where the spirit of our parties blinds us, and common sense is no longer a go-to for moving forward? It's not as intentional as you might think

Meet Society Street's Little Black Dress—the new kid on Charleston's retail block. See some of the knockout frocks shown recently at their fall fashion show at Republic & hear what else they offer

The perfect complement to kale? Crispy garbanzo beans, apparently. Here's the recipe for this super simple, super healthy salad that's off-the-charts amazing

The delicious (and low-carb AND gluten-free) muffin you should make this week, plus some words of wisdom about appreciating—no, loving—the life you've got

So it's Nat'l Self Improvement month. Cool. But think about it—what does "self improvement" really mean? Here, 5 everyday (not ordinary) 20-somethings weigh in on how they're trying to do just that

So you use brushes to get a perfect makeup application, right? Well when's the last time you've washed them? Here are the how-tos for doing just that (letting you get the most out of your investment)

The bronzer that's my hands-down fave, the lip shade that looks good on everyone, the BEST $4 mascara—get ready to face fall with my top-ranked beauty picks (& my true love, Shiseido...)

Joan just returned from a trip to Iceland and has some GORGEOUS pics to share. These should help you ease back into the work week...

In the second blog of her trek up to FringeNYC, guest blogger and playwright Judy Heath lands her cast and crew in a flat in Brooklyn, while her assoc. producer wonders: Am I too old for this shit?

In my first blog for Grit and debut post in my "Why Is No One Talking About..." series, I drink coffee with a local comedian and guess what? Laughter ensues. Check it out...

If you liked this Blog of the Week, you're going to love this video. But if you hated the blog? You might want to skip this whole shebang... it'll only piss you off

In a downtown coffee shop recently, I happened on a group of Hipsters (I know, I couldn't believe it either). My study of Asher, Harmony, Blaze, their footwear, and, well... plenty more

This is one blog I am very glad to be writing this in past tense... Trust me, I can't make this she/it up

Last week The Alley hosted a Stone Brewing Beer Dinner. Here's what I thought of Chef Courtney Tomer's cuisine, plus what I learned about the Columbus Street spot

I'll show you how to "condition" cut flowers so they live longer. Also, the bouquet I made right from the flowers in my garden—try it!

Here they are! Plus, see which pieces Hampden owner and buyer Stacy Smallwood is most pumped about for the fall (and when they'll be in store)

Let freedom ring? The venomous chants and social media slamming don't represent the clear tone of the bell I would imagine freedom sounds like... Why silence isn't necessarily weakness

On the heels of summer camp and post-holiday doldrums, I'm going to take my cue from Pooh and welcome summer's season with glorious do-nothing productivity... here's to more doodling, less doing

Whatcha cooking tomorrow? Not sure? We've got Firefly sweet tea bourbon-flavored ribs, an over-the-top patriotic dessert, and fish tacos here. PLUS! A Grit giveaway you'll want to see (and drink...)

Next time you get a craving, go above and beyond and whip up this: Salted caramel macadamia ice cream topped with hot caramel sauce (a sneak peek recipe from my next book!). You'll be glad you did...