For the lot of us that have the privilege to work from home, these strange and harrowing times have called for us to acquaint ourselves with an unfamiliar and slow paced lifestyle all within the boundaries of our homes. This means sanity levels are at an all time low and adjusting is not exactly as easy as it would seem. To alleviate some of that cabin fever we have curated a list of our favourite ways to mentally escape the confines of our isolation and go for a journey all while social distancing.
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Ask the Dust by John Fante |
This is a read that is hard to put down. It’s a book about a dream, a journey, and the evolution of a storyteller. Ask the Dust is the story of Arturo Bandini, a young writer in 1930s Los Angeles who falls hard for the elusive, mocking, unstable Camilla Lopez, a Mexican waitress. Struggling to survive, he perseveres until, at last, his first novel is published. But the bright light of success is extinguished when Camilla has a nervous breakdown and disappears. Bandini forever rejects the writer’s life he fought so hard to attain.
If you're interested in giving this book a read, call your local bookstore and ask if they have it in stock! If you're based in Edmonton, Alberta, check out the Wee Book Inn or Audreys Books. |
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NOSTALGIA KILLER VOL. 1 |
We found this gem of a playlist created by the Californian native Riley Harper. Riley is a photographer and stuntman who is no stranger to travelling around the globe. Graze over his dreamy instagram moodboard Nostalgia Killer while listening to the smooth tunes of his playlist that is sure to soothe a restless mind. |
There is something about feeling put together even when things might not seem that way in reality. One of our favourite ways to get into a productive and motivated mindset for the day is to put on something that makes us feel good, like a great pair of ARAKS intimates. As of late, we've been loving this gorgeous silk charmeuse calcite set of theirs.
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Sophia Roe's Signature Potato Dish |
Sophia Roe has a personality that livens up any situation. She’s a chef, wellness advocate, and is all about sharing her passions with the world. This favourite is a new take on an easy dish that will elevate your home cooked dinner. Sophia walks you through her mom’s signature potato dish that is a bright and fresh take on a classic comfort food. While you're on her page, check out some of her other anecdotes in which she shares stories of her journey through wellness, food, and life. |
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Maclean Park by Makers Candle Supply |
Escape to Maclean Park with the summery scent by Makers Candle Supply. It’s a soy wax candle that boasts fruity and sweet notes of summer fig and tart rhubarb. This candle will set your mind on the warm weather and sun that is just around the corner.
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21 Days Under The Sky |
21 Days Under the Sky is an unconventional true story about four guys that pull an ‘easy rider’ across the vast and beautiful landscapes of the United States. They meet in San Francisco to start their 3,800 mile ride on vintage choppers down the Lincoln Highway – the oldest coast to coast route connecting the east to the west. Through the highs and lows of a long journey, this story showcases the timeless American love affair with the motorcycle and an even greater American tradition: the road trip.
