She's My People: On Dolly and the Dreams That Don't Give Up
I am from East Tennessee. Which means Dolly Parton is not just an icon to me — she is my people. I grew up going to Dollywood. I have followed her story my whole life. And when Hurricane Helene flooded my hometown, she showed up. This is what she has taught me about roots, dreams, and the light of a clear blue morning.
What "Signature Style" Actually Means
Everyone's got a formula for finding your signature style: get your colors done, build a capsule wardrobe, land on three adjectives. Here's why that formula doesn't actually work, and what to look for instead.
Let's Talk About Gatekeeping
Gatekeeping gets a lot of heat on social media. The idea that any creator who does not freely share every technique and resource is withholding something that belongs to other people. I have thoughts about this.