A Sweet Gift for a Partner (or Anyone, Really)
The Elmer’s glue kills me A couple weeks ago, my teacher-boyfriend Freddie mentioned that he’d like to display a photo of us on his desk…
Somsack Sikhounmuong’s Apartment Is Peppered with Hand-Picked Treasures
Photos by Kate S. Jordan We can’t get enough of Somsack Sikhounmuong, the creative director of Alex Mill and maybe the nicest person working in
A Body Confusion | Cup of Jo
They don’t know exactly what is wrong with you… And this not knowing takes forever and never ends. For one thing, you have a purple
Why I Don’t Mind When My Kids Are a Little Sad/Disappointed/Upset
When my teenagers burst into tears and slam their bedroom doors, I don’t go soothe them… It feels a little harsh to write out, but
The Easy Lunch I’ve Been Eating Once a Week
Last year, I came to you with a humble plea: Help! What’s for lunch? I was feeling stuck, and CoJ commenters offered 500+ amazing ideas.
Moments of Connection | Cup of Jo
Ruth Chan is an illustrator who lives in Brooklyn with her family. She writes and illustrates children’s books. For Cup of Jo, Ruth has also
Have a Delicious Weekend. | Cup of Jo
What are you up to this weekend? Freddie and I are staying at the upstate hotel Six Bells on Saturday night; it looks so cozy.
Five Fun Things | Cup of Jo
Last month, I got hooked on RÕZ’s Milk Hair Serum. Applied to damp hair, the lightweight serum keeps hair silky and defined, even on rainy
What Are Your Larry-David-Style Pet Peeves?
Have you ever been out in public when a stranger does something that drives you instantly bats, a la Larry David? A few examples, above
Would You Wear a Matching Wedding Look?
At first, Eryka (above, left) tried on only white dresses for her wedding. “I tried on every one out there,” she said, “and ran out