I just can’t stop!!!! The best non-dairy ice cream EVER! @frankieandjos This seasonal Cured Persimmon Pudding is the most amazing thing I’ve ever tasted. #frankieandjos https://www.instagram.com/p/BsHaJhlAEMP/?utm_source=ig_tumblr_share&igshid=9bdg48r5mkpq
My poor lil man. He’s taking his drug nap. Lol. Found out he tore a knee ligament so I have to carry him all around until he gets surgery in the next two weeks. I’m so sad for him. It hurts my heart knowing that he was in pain. Hopefully it’ll be over soon. #mojonixxon #chihuahuasofinstagram #mybestfriend https://www.instagram.com/p/BrtTMlXg715/?utm_source=ig_tumblr_share&igshid=o7584v99xugz
What a life. #mojonixxon #chihuahuasofinstagram https://www.instagram.com/p/BrbF6PYgVjg/?utm_source=ig_tumblr_share&igshid=rw315ssf1uz9
Is it Friday yet? Happy Tuesday, y’all! #notfriday #itsonlytuesday https://www.instagram.com/p/BrQCuiNAVBm/?utm_source=ig_tumblr_share&igshid=1bs9yq2hxwrbx
Mmmmm. First time having Chinese Hot Pot. It was so good!!!! #hotpot https://www.instagram.com/p/BrHZAA2gVOf/?utm_source=ig_tumblr_share&igshid=1vthhgvo5c1j
It’s Friday. Thank God. I need a cocktail, a nap, another cocktail, and another nap. Lol. #tgif #thebearlybrand https://www.instagram.com/p/BrGg7ijgfrk/?utm_source=ig_tumblr_share&igshid=11fdumkkl1lnw
Louie Gong describes his company, Eighth Generation, as “a Native-owned, community-engaged small business that began when I started putting cultural art on shoes.” It’s true, in 2008, Gong began decorating sneakers and skateboarding apparel with indigenous Nooksack patterns — a move that, as a Nooksack himself, set him apart from the non-Native designers who’d been doing so for years. As demand grew, so did Gong’s ambition.
Here you go, kids!
How to procure Native-American-and-First-Nation-themed items without entitlement or cultural appropriation in one easy step.
BUY THE THINGS DIRECTLY FROM THE PEOPLE THEMSELVES.
Because if they’re selling these representations of their culture and being fairly compensated, you’re not appropriating, you’re appreciating. And helping good folks make a living while you’re at it.
Everybody wins.
^^^this is the difference. participate in the parts of culture that people CONSENT to sharing!! it’s that simple, if you buy directly from the source, they are creating with the idea that people outside the culture will be consuming, and can pick and choose what they are okay with you having.
the same idea as wearing traditional dress that someone of that culture gave you as a present vs. buying a knockoff version for “fashion”
I’ve used this argument for a long time as a difference between appropriation and appreciation. If you are buying directly from the people of that culture you are supporting them in keeping certain practices and talents alive. They are choosing what they share while making a living from their work. You are supporting them, while enjoying their culture. This is not only okay but it can really help people from these communities.
With appropriation, you are taking money away from the people. While mocking everything they stand for, and giving money to big companies who only care about profit, and have no understanding of the people they are stealing from.
If you haven’t yet, Check out Eighth Generation website. their products are awesome.
Lunch meal prep. Curry beef shepherds pie with mashed sweet potatoes and sautéed garlic kale and apple slices. (Apple not shown since it won’t let the lids close) I will loose 5 lbs by next Sunday. #weightlossgoals #whole30mealprep #whole30lunch #lunchmealprep https://www.instagram.com/p/Bq5g4xvAfDc/?utm_source=ig_tumblr_share&igshid=1n2mqhqmsn9bv
New goal: Loose 5lbs in a week. Whole30 meal prep, this is breakfast. Organic grass fed beef lean, mushrooms, onions, spinach, egg whites, and an orange. #whole30approved #whole30mealprep #breakfastmealprep https://www.instagram.com/p/Bq5YZkugdCG/?utm_source=ig_tumblr_share&igshid=w8lldap16j9v
Earlier this week I was having a really hard time. This lil guy knew it, and did nothing but stay tight by my side day & night. I’d be a wreck without him. #mojonixxon https://www.instagram.com/p/BqxFZeEgonU/?utm_source=ig_tumblr_share&igshid=1f51p26bleopf
#mood https://www.instagram.com/p/Bqv_rfPgqWU/?utm_source=ig_tumblr_share&igshid=lnd70xz131nh
Breakfast. I’m healthy AF. #whole30approved #whole30breakfast https://www.instagram.com/p/Bqu4-l4gk1O/?utm_source=ig_tumblr_share&igshid=4o48sprbr8wu
Perhaps a new favorite Vietnam brand of tea?! 😂 #stamina https://www.instagram.com/p/BqctRu-gwok/?utm_source=ig_tumblr_share&igshid=a5k4azagyls9
Christmas home in Sweden | photos by Lina Östling
Family home in London | design by Romilly Turner Interior Design & photos by Nick Smith
