Crystal Duan

A lot of famous people have said things about freedom, independence, liberty, and all that jazz, even when they aren't celebrating Fourth of July. It can get overwhelming to think about. For a country that's comparatively pretty young compared to…

Thanksgiving is going to be one big pile of joy for many of us. We get to reunite (hopefully in a happy manner!) with our relatives, feast on really good food, and celebrate a big seasonal get-together. But something even more intense will be…

As the seasons shift, so also do the stars – and as Venus in retrograde takes its final bow in messing with our love lives, another planet is beginning its journey backward to take its place. That's right, folks — Mercury will begin its third…

A full moon in Gemini is going to be simply delicious this turkey season. Are you ready for some great tableside chatter? That's right — the gobble gobble isn't just for the birds this season. Most people during the November 2018 full moon will feel…

Having a balance between work and play is so essential in our day and age. The grind of a nine-to-five is stressful enough, but between all the responsibilities you must juggle and ways you have to take care of yourself, it's a wonder any of us have…

As the year 2018 winds down and we transition through the fall, some of us may be feeling fatigued while others are feeling super rejuvenated.There may be a starry reason for all that — you may thrive in some seasons more than most, based on your…

As the fall winds down, it's suddenly dawning upon a few of us who have accepted that, if Halloween is here, then that means the holidays are a few short months away. And what do we have this year for gift options? Maybe this year you're itching to…

When news broke earlier this month that Meghan Markle is pregnant, the internet predictably had a field day. Here we now are, emotionally invested in Meghan's uterus and eagerly awaiting yet another adorable addition to the royal family. But how…

As Halloween approaches and we all have a spooky set of festivities lined up, are we noticing our moods can be a little haywire? Never fear — the stars are here to tell you what you'll be feeling on the night of the big spook. The phase of the moon…

OK, no matter what misgivings you might have had when you first heard of it, you gotta admit — LaCroix has a great aesthetic that only enhances its taste. The blended rainbow colors make for a dazzling combination of prettiness — and the good news…

If you can't get enough of seeing cute puppies on your Instagram feed, there is a way to take the fandom one step further. Behold: one of our favorite shopping destinations has everything we could need to honor our dog-loving obsessions. As a…

Each of us was blessed with a specific sign in this lifetime for a reason — you could say your zodiac sign is a symbol representing what your soul values. However, as you grow older, your zodiac sign's priorities do shift over time. A Capricorn, who…

October begins with a bang — it's still the thick of Libra season, so everyone is striving for balance in their lives and looking for a way to fit into their community during this time. But regardless, October will not let us rest this month, not if…

The Disney Store is a place of magic. Only here can you unleash your inner child, letting it roam about this mystical shop, gaping at all of the wonderful gifts a person could ever ask for — and you'll be happy to know the fun can only get a little…

We all know the fall season doesn't just bring warmer, chic coats or pretty leaf scenery — it also brings lots of hot flavorful drinks. Nothing can spice up a cool autumn night like enjoying a homemade pumpkin spice latte or a mulled cider made just…

Ah, I get so excited every year when stores (the cyber kind and the real kind) start putting out their Halloween gear. That's what I consider the start of the best holiday season — the perfect time of year for us mega-Halloween stans to celebrate…

On any given day of any given month on any given ear, my favorite grocery store Trader Joe's can easily take a good part of my bank account. Every time I get bogged down during the week, I perk up at the thought of making my weekly (OK, it's more…

Sometimes the outside world can be stressful, and even the best of us extroverts can't stand it out here. So instead, we retreat to our most comfortable spots — inside our heads. And while introspection can be a useful tool, sometimes it can get you…

October can't come fast enough — not only does it mean that autumn will finally be in full swing, but it's also the same month as the spookiest time of year. Are you ready for Halloween? Luckily, whether you are or not, stores are preparing…