Jessica McLaughlin

For those unfamiliar with the term, a staycation is just a vacation taken close to (or at) home. But staying close to home doesn’t necessarily mean you’ll be missing out

In today’s fast-paced society, it’s hard to find the time to look up from our screens. And even if you’ve found yourself with a bit of time to breathe, the

The United States during the 1960s, as we all know, was primed for social revolution. The effects of the Second Red Scare, the growing escalation in Vietnam, and many other

2020 is the year of statewide shutdowns, social distancing, crazy elections…and baking? Americans have experienced tremendous societal changes this year, and many have walked into their kitchens for relief. People

The year 2020 has been an emotionally grueling one. But, if nothing else, it also brought a sense of perspective and opened our eyes to how fast our lives can

Contrary to popular belief, no rule states that we need to let go of our sense of child-like wonder in the world around us. However, it’s understandable why many of

In fear of sounding older than I am, nothing beats the sound of vinyl fuzz. Or the artistry on an album cover, reading through its liner notes, or the surprise

Asbury Park, New Jersey, is well-known for its tumultuous history. Most notably, for the race riots of 1970 that destroyed the aging buildings lining Springwood Avenue and left 180 people

For most millennials, the 1990s is revered as the golden age of childhood. When kids were satisfied with inflatable armchairs and Nickelodeon alarm clocks as bedroom furniture, parents never questioned

These days, it doesn’t take much to get swept away with the convenience of technology. We are consistently connected to something: a steady flow of work emails, phone notifications, and