Kate Turnipseed

Bones, Blooms, and Ink: The Tattooed Spirit of Día de los Muertos

By: Kate Turnipseed Día de los Muertos, or Day of the Dead, is one of the most vibrant and meaningful cultural celebrations to come out of Mexico. At its heart, the holiday is about honoring those who have passed away, not with silence or mourning, but with color, music, food, and symbols that affirm the

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Butterflies Speak: A Look at the Meaning and Symbolism of Butterflies

By: Kate Turnipseed One of my, and my daughter’s, favorite creatures to see on a nature walk is the butterfly. To have land on you feels almost like a light kiss and the beautiful colors show how extraordinary our world really is. But beyond seeing this fluttering piece of heaven in nature, we also see

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