OFFERINGS/OFRENDAS
Dedication: The post “Offerings/Ofrendas” is dedicated to my daughter Melodia Mendoza-Medley in remembrance of her father Raul Alfredo Mendoza who passed away before father and
Amuseings
Stories from behind the seams—where slow fashion, symbolism, and creativity collide.
Shabby Chic Self-Styled Bamboo Shoot
My passion is my play. A recent Hot Springs getaway turned into several different looks for a self-styled, shabby-chic, #selfie shoot. Here’s collection number two,
Melo’s Muses No. 3: Cassandra Davis
Please enjoy this thoughtful interview with my friend, former dancing partner, and current CEO of Essential Wipes, Cassandra Davis. First 10 customers to use code
Photoshoot with Sequoia Emmanuelle & Shrine
Opening Sequoia’s emails with photos from our recent shoot at Shrines temple-home is better than opening birthday presents. A photo is worth a thousand words;
More Delicious Love
More Delicious Love My partner & I just this week finished a 90-day relationship-intensive called ‘Delicious Love‘. We chose the course as an opportunity to
Delicious Love
DELICIOUS LOVE Have you ever had something shift in you that that changes the way you see yourself and your future forever? I just have,
Sofiah Thom
It’s easy for me to get sucked into my creative world; so much so that I sometimes inadvertently isolate myself. Lucky for me I have
Melo’s Muses: Sequoia Emmanuelle
EPISODE No. 2: Sequoia Emmanuelle Friendships have enriched my life like no other nourishment. The wide-eyed invitation to see another soul…to connect and express through conversation
Sensuous Homemade Chai: A Spicy, Aromatic Wellness Ritual
Ariel’s Magical Chai There’s something undeniably magical about the rich aroma and exotic flavors of homemade chai. It’s more than just a beverage; it’s a
Sweet Potato Pie
Healthy Dessert I’m not gonna lie… I LOVE PIE. BUT… Life is too short to feel guilt from what one eats, so I love to
The 3 Mistakes Women Make When Wearing Yoga Pants
LET’S TALK YOGA PANTS 3 Things to Consider Before Your Next Downward-Facing Dog Hey there lovelies, let’s talk about something near and dear to our
LA CASA DE ROY AND THE ILL-FATED TURKEY, Part II
Ill-Fated Turkey Thanksgiving in Ecuador When Melodia and I lived in Ecuador, American Thanksgiving was almost never remembered. We were far removed from American traditions
LA CASA DE ROY AND THE ILL-FATED TURKEY, PART I
THANKSGIVING IN ECUADOR La Casa De Roy I want to introduce you to our house in Salinas, Ecuador, as it was the final resting place
Assuit: A Labor of Love
My Healthy Obsession with Assuit Assuit is a textile that has captivated me for nearly 2 decades. Its intricate designs and rich history have fueled
THE END OF AN ERA
THE HOUSE OF MY FATHER
As the world collectively closes it’s year and welcomes in the new, I can get a bit sentimental. To add to this feeling, just a couple days ago I too completed my personal solar return. It seems that transitions are ripe in this moment. With this comes a mixed bag of letting go and making way for new adventures. I would like to share with you an experience which truly exemplifies this idea.
3 WAYS TO STAY IN YOUR HAPPY PLACE DURING THE CRAZE OF THE HOLIDAYS
Boy, the holidays sure do give me a strong case of the “feels.” With all the hectic energy of folks getting in their last minute shopping, extra traffic and the overall energy of the year-end quickening, it’s no wonder I notice a sense of overwhelm creeping in. So while it’s tempting to join the ‘gloomy-thoughts’ bandwagon, I chose instead to exercise some willpower and stay put in my happy place.
MELO’S TOP 4 HOLIDAY GIFTS & IDEAS
HOLIDAY GIFTS
With the holidays here, you might be stumped trying to figure out what to give that belly dancing, yoga loving, super-goddess friend of yours.
Here are some practical and thoughtful gift ideas that are guaranteed to leave some serious wow factor.