Health + Wellness

A Seat at the Table

An intimate evening to celebrate and uplift women in the midst of their many roles Article by Victoria Moore | Photography by Naomi Hill Photography Throughout time, a table has been considered a symbol of closeness and intentionality. It facilitates conversations that most do not slow down long enough to start, and it creates space for genuine connection in the midst of chaos.  A scenario that many women crave, but cannot always find.  Elaina Paige, former professional dancer and founder of...

Style + Beauty

Dear Society

Kansas City women’s clothing store celebrates 10 years Article by Victoria Moore | Photography by Samantha Levi Photography, Chanel Jezek Walking into Dear Society is like a breath of fresh air. An oasis in the midst of the downtown hustle and bustle, this women’s clothing store along Southwest Boulevard in Kansas City provides a sense of calm and belonging like no other.  This kind of guest experience is not only important to owner and founder Chanel Jezek, but it is central to the way she...

Health + Wellness

Ask the Expert

How Testosterone Affects Fat Storage and Belly Fat Article by Kimberly Losik | Photography by Rita Clark There are three hormones that affect metabolism: Estrogen, Progesterone and Testosterone. And yes, women also need testosterone. Estrogen and Progesterone drop significantly in what we all know as menopause which is a hallmark of change in metabolism. Testosterone, however, has a very gradual decline which begins as young as 30. The decline is so gradual that women often don’t notice and...

Food + Beverage

Homemade English Muffins

Take your Mother's Day brunch to the next level of homemade Article and Photography by Bev Weidner Look at them! This was a total experiment, but I wanted to document anyway in case they worked out. And they worked out!  You should try making them! The stirring of the dough (100 times in the same direction) sounds like a lot, but it goes by in about a minute. It’s captivating to watch the gluten form and stretch and get webby right in the bowl. It’s a slight project recipe, but jot this down...

Style + Beauty

Purses for Promise

United Way of Greater Kansas City hosts their annual silent auction Article by Kera Mashek | Photography by Emmalee Rathsam, United Way of Greater Kansas City Walking through displays full of dazzling designer handbags, custom local artisanal jewelry, and fresh spring florals, you might expect to be in a high-end boutique. But this is United Way of Greater Kansas City’s Purses for Promise event, hosted by Women United and presented by Black & Veatch. Women United’s mission is to advance early...

Life + Culture

What’s Your Superpower?

City Gym owner Hailee Bland-Walsh encourages women to lean on their own unique gifts as they navigate business Article by Victoria Moore | Photography by Rebecca Spears and provided Every woman possesses a skill that is uniquely her own. In a world where influencers are wild and comparison is a thief, one of the quickest ways to kill a superpower is by copying someone else.  This is a lesson City Gym owner Hailee Bland-Walsh has been cultivating within herself over the last fifteen years. The...

Beauty

From 28 Days to 50: How Your Skin’s Renewal Cycle Changes Over Time

From 28 Days to 50: How Your Skin’s Renewal Cycle Changes Over TimeYour skin is constantly working behind the scenes—renewing, repairing, and protecting you every single day. One of the most important processes it goes through is called cell turnover, or your skin’s natural renewal cycle. This is the process of creating new skin cells and shedding old ones, and it plays a huge role in how your skin looks, feels, and changes over time.When cell turnover is functioning optimally, it keeps skin...

Arts + Culture

Beloved Distillery Draws Global Attention

Author Brian Freeman captures the experience of J. Rieger & Co. in latest Bourne novel Article by Victoria Moore | Photography by Emmalee Rathsam and Parker Anderson Kansas City’s J. Rieger & Co. is a popular destination for locals and out-of-towners alike. Its historical roots, high quality finishes and top tier whiskey certainly make it a memorable location for date nights, celebrations or hangouts with the friend group.  A setting in a psychological thriller novel, though, was certainly...

Health + Wellness

Ask the Expert

Senior Wealth Advisor Valerie Escobar believes that financial wellness begins with clarity, not wealth Article by Valerie Escobar Many people assume that having “enough money” automatically leads to financial wellness. Yet in my work, I’ve met clients with several million in assets, weighed down by anxiety and strained relationships. I’ve also worked with people living on modest incomes who feel grounded, secure, and fulfilled. Money, on its own, doesn’t create peace. True wellness comes from...

Life + Culture

A Place to Call Home

Addington Place of Prairie Village blends senior living care with an abundant lifestyle Article by Victoria Moore and Monica Griffin | Photography by Hometrack Real Estate Marketing Searching for the next place to call home as a senior adult can be the start of a great adventure, not a surrender to age.  Nestled in a quaint neighborhood off Somerset Drive, senior living community Addington Place of Prairie Village believes as someone ages, the focus finally turns from managing a household to...