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A Burgundy Announcement: ABANDON (GHOST) SHIP

We have some very unfortunate news pertaining to “The Burgundy Zine #10: Spooky Psychology.”


Teri Anderson: Crossing the Boundary of Fine Art and Craft

Teri Anderson is an artist who blends various mediums to expand her own perspective, as well as her audiences’, through her multidimensional, abstract, and geometric depictions.

Recently, we spoke to Anderson via email to learn more about her work as well as her background as an artist.


Tune-In Tuesdays #42: The Bronze Age on Being “People People”

The Bronze Age is a blow-your-speakers-out rock band based out of Raleigh, N.C. that launched two years ago. Their music is a powerful blend of rock-genre elements that’s driven by their heart and soul. At their core, The Bronze Age are “people-people” who seek to truly connect with their audiences.

Following the release of their latest single, “
Don’t Worry, It’ll Only Hurt For A Second” in September, the band is gearing up to record their debut album in November.

On Saturday, we reached out to Jesse and Austin to learn more about their debut album and U.S. tour in 2020.


Artist Spotlight: @lones_felt_and_craft_

@lones_felt_and_craft_ delights us with some of their felt crafts!


Aries the Cat Ambassador: A Playful Warrior with a Heartwarming Story

Named after the Greek “God of War,” Aries is a warrior and an adventurer at his core with a playful soul and heartwarming story.


13 Horror Films to Check Out This Halloween by Aaron Radcliff

Aaron Radcliff gives us juicy reviews of 13 horror films to checkout this Halloween.


Tips For a Kick-Ass Halloween Party by Peter

Peter of Joyful Source gives us a few points to consider when throwing a kick-ass Halloween party.


Artist Spotlight: Gabi Marte

Gabi Marte shares her art for Inktober 2019, Day Five: Psychotic


Faith is a Clean Blue Sky by InkMe

InkMe shares a poem about letting go of her faith.


Day Five of Falloween: The Fabric of Fall – Corduroy by Jayna Lance

In the fifth installment of her “13 Days of Falloween” series, Jayna Nance flaunts fabulous fall-colored corduroys.


Trick or Treat Halloween DIY by Sarah Ann

Sarah Ann of Euphoria Rogue delights us with a simple, cheap, Halloween decor DIY tutorial.


Big Spiders by My Forty Something Life

My Forty Something Life cracks on ridiculous advice for dealing with spiders.


What is Positive Psychology?

The field of psychology often hones in on understanding mental and behavioral disorders. Every time a new Diagnostic and Statistical Manual is released, psychologists and psychiatrists are tasked to familiarize themselves with an ever expanding list of disorders as well as updates to previously defined terms.

At the cusp of the 21st century, Martin Seligman, P.h.D. sought to change that by pursuing the field of positive psychology, 
says University of Penn.


Sanctuary by V.V. James | Review by Leah

Leah of One More Chapter Book Blog gives us her opinion of the mystery novel, “Sanctuary,” a perfect read for Halloween.


Tune-In Tuesdays #41: Professional Smiler Cassidy King on Being Okay with Not Being Okay

Pop artist Cassidy King explores what it means to “fake it ’till you make it” when everything’s far from picture perfect in her latest, empowering single, “Professional Smiler.”

Recently, we spoke to King via telephone to learn more about what it means to be a “Professional Smiler.” We also got a behind the scenes glimpse into the music video for the track and learned more about the vibrant, refreshingly honest, delightfully candid singer.


Mummy Bark: Halloween Recipe by Clare

Clare of This Mummy’s Always Write treats us to her Halloween-inspired mummy bark recipe.


How Plants Think: The Controversy of Consciousness

Unencumbered by words and semantics, plants express themselves through their luscious leaves and abundant blooms, which are the result of carefully calculated survival tactics that almost seem “thought out.”

These physical characteristics can tell human observers a lot about how the plant is doing; whether it needs more water or sunlight, warmth or humidity, and so forth – but, plants don’t have eyes like we do. They don’t have brains like ours, 
yet research shows they possess intelligence.

How far does that intelligence go? Do plants “think?”


How to Guide: Easy Aquaponics Beginners System by Shore Grow

Shore Grow shares with us their beginner’s guide to aquaponic growing!


The World’s First National Period Day

Today, Oct. 19, marks the very first national period day, according to Period., a non-profit organization fighting to end “period poverty.”

As this article is being written, rallies are taking place across the country to part the red sea of the oppressive “tampon tax” on period products.


How Dogs Think, Feel, and Communicate

“BARK! BARK! BARK!” Neurons fire to one in another in the face of a feline, fire hydrant, mailman, or dog treat. “BAAAAAAARK,” neurons fire again as the owner walks out the door and leaves the canine behind for an eight-hour shift.

Dogs have been “man’s best friend” for thousands of years, 
reports a study published in Nature Communications – but, is man dog’s best friend? How do they regard human relationships? What do dogs think and feel? How do they communicate?


The Trick to Halloween Parties by Neviti

Neviti gives us the ultimate guide with all the supplies you need to host a boo-tiful Halloween party.


Tune-In Tuesdays #40: Julia Lambert on Blossoming into a Wild Rose in the City

Alluring, bold, and enigmatic, Julia Lambert has captivated audiences yet again with the release of her latest alt-pop single, “Wild Rose in the City.”

Recently, we spoke to Lambert via telephone to learn more about “Wild Rose in the City,” her career, and to get a glimpse into her upcoming work.


Anxiety: The Inner Voice that Whispers and Roars by Dr. Sharon Connell

Dr. Sharon Connell of Psychology One explains various forms of anxiety and how they can impact your day to day life.


The Role of Serotonin in Your Daily Life

Serotonin is a hormone associated with mood regulation and well-being, but its functions go far beyond that.

Countless research over the last few decades has linked serotonin to regulating stress, long-term memory recall, sleep, digestion, blood pressure, and body temperature.

The hormone has also been critical to furthering the understanding of various neurological, behavioral, and emotional conditions, such as depression and migraines.


Dis-soc-iat-ing by Emily Bourne

UK artist Emily Bourne strikes us with her artistic depiction of dissociating.


Quirky Couples Halloween Costumes on Amazon

We’ve all seen your plugs and outlets, your peanut butters and jellies, your Jack Skellingtons and Sallies, your Marios and Luigis, your Fred and Wilma Flintstones – but, how often do you see a deer and headlights, or a Bob Ross and Canvas?


Financial Aid Timeline by EdMission Possible

EdMission Possible explores the timeline of being haunted by financial aid as a student.


Now Introducing: Victoria Culbreath, Groundbreaking Poet and Writer

Groundbreaking poet and writer Victoria Culbreath recently launched a blog to share her eloquently candid and refreshingly vivid work with the world.


Great Pumpkin Blaze, Sleepy Hollow by Emily Barnes

Emily Barnes of New York Family Adventures gives us an inside scoop on the Great Pumpkin Blaze in Sleepy Hollow, N.Y.


What is CBD by CBD Central

Cannabidiol: Medical Marijuana Without the High

CBD Central takes us on an in-depth exploration of cannabidiol, the non-psychoactive compound in cannabis plants


Tune-In Tuesdays #39: On Becoming and Being Maggie Schneider

The effervescent Atlanta-based pop-rock artist Maggie Schneider embraces her inner flare and ignites with self-love in her latest single, “Don’t Tell Me.”
On Sunday, we spoke to Schneider via telephone to learn more about what her sparked journey through self discovery, both musically and personally.


Sensory Information in Dreams: Sighted vs Blind

Vivid, colorful imagery; stomach-dropping falls; jumbled conversations. Dreams are brimming with sensory information, whether you’re running from “Slenderman,” shaking hands with a celebrity, or screaming because you forgot to wear pants to school.

Where does this sensory information come from? How does blindness affect your dreams?


A Call For Help… For We, to Us by Mahik’s

Mahik’s delights us with a deep, endearing, and thought provoking poem


The Chilling Effects of Sleep Deprivation

As you’re laying in bed, toughing it through another night of your thoughts running laps around your brain, you glance over at your phone. The clock reads “5:24 AM.” You have to be up by 6:00, but you haven’t slept a wink all night.


Strain of the Week: CBD Chief Vape Starter Kit

Looking for a sleek, modern, and convenient vape device? Look no further. The CBD Chief is a powerful, versatile, and compact device that is designed to vaporize hemp-derived cannabidiol and e-juice.


Instagram-Worthy Fall Decor: The Ultimate Guide – NOW AVAILABLE ON DENELIA STORM’S BLOG!

Warm, golden-hued leaves paint themselves across the horizon as pumpkin-flavoured everything fills our bellies. Ah, yes, autumn is upon us. With a slew of holidays right around the corner, ‘tis the season to embrace our inner interior designer.


Head on over to 
Denelia Storm‘s blog to read burgundy bug’s ultimate guide to Instagram-worthy fall decor!


Review: How to Make a Plant Love You by Summer Rayne Oakes

Summer Rayne Oakes, who has accrued a large following on Instagram for her astounding plant collection, delights us with her journey into becoming a plant mother of hundreds in “How to Make a Plant Love You.”


Tune-In Tuesdays #38: Becky Crosby – A Classical Introduction

Inspired by the likes of Paramore and further empowered by her years of training as a classical vocalist, Becky Crosby put a fresh spin on pop-rock with the release of her single “I Know” on Monday.

Over the weekend, we spoke to Crosby via telephone to learn more about “I Know” as well as her lifelong love and passion for performing.