This past week has been pretty crazy for me. If anything though, this week has given me extra confidence in my decisions and choices (and sacrifices).
If you’ve known me or read my blog for a while, you’ve probably figured out that I love challenging myself with new “projects.” Well, I’m ready to announce one of the new projects right now!!!
Okay here we go:
You know the whole “digital magazine” craze? Well, I’ve really, really tried to love them. I honestly have. I’ve read a few issues in their entirety, but most of them I can’t even get through a few pages. I like the feel of them, I like the idea of them… but I’m not decorating a house. In fact, for most of the year, I’m living in a room smaller than my closet at home. (And really, what’s the point of reading the magazine when all the prettiest pictures end up on the Tumblr page anyway?)
Now… I still subscribe to Seventeen and Teen Vogue and the like… and I really love those magazines. Or, I did at least. But now they feel so teeny-bopper to me; probably because I’m definitely not a teen anymore. I don’t subscribe, but I’ve read Cosmo or whatever and while I like that it’s not “for teens,” I’m not really into the whole 1839 s*ex positions. I mean, seriously… is that really all what being in your 20s is all about?!?
Where does that leave us… the 18-20somethings?
We’re not teeny-boppers, we’re not all about s*ex, and we’re not furnishing 6,000 square feet houses.
I asked Paris (from The Campus Style) to join me in the quest to provide a digital magazine for college students and recent graduates. We are so excited about this project. We’re also hoping it catches on and is successful, but just in case, we’re launching a “Pilot” issue first. This is so that we can get feedback from you guys, fix or nix whatever isn’t working, and make it even better.
Sweet Lemon Mag
But here’s the thing… we aren’t the writers for the magazine…
YOU ARE.
Want to be involved? We’re looking for writers and photographers from all over the country. We want our magazine to represent the diverse, hardworking, driven, flirty, healthy, environmentally conscious, and FUN group of girls that we are.
Not big into writing or photography, but would still like to help? We’re also looking for a graphic designer/illustrator to help decide on a logo!!! Send an email to carlyparisproject [at] gmail [dot] com to throw your name in the mix and find out more details!
I think this is an absolutely fabulous idea! I've felt the same way about not being able to find a magazine that suits my lifestyle, like I'm stuck in the middle of Vogue and Teen Vogue. Best of luck!
How exciting! I sent in my application! I know exactly what you mean. I'm a young wife, not even 25 and I feel stuck when it comes to magazines that I can completely enjoy from front to back.
Can't wait to see it ! and I don't know if you guys have it over there but there's a great British magazine called Tatler I reccomend, it's 'grown up' and everything but doesn't talk about sex every other page
P.S. I think there should be an article about different majors, what they usually entail and ways to study, etc. Personally I am most productive studying in-between classes in my "free hours" which I don't think many freshman take advantage of.
Ummm fantastic! Just like you, I tried to get into matchbook, glitter guide, etc, but I think the price points are unrealistic for students, and I wish I had an office to decorate with Jonathan Adler decor while at school… ha. Great idea 🙂 Bisous, Rachel http://lovealamode.wordpress.com
The magazine sounds like a great idea, and I think that it could defiantly find a substantial market!
One question, I am still in High School, although I live in a major city, and would consider myself to be mature for my age, could I still be considered for a writing position?
This sounds fabulous! I'm just a year too young to apply as a writer (sad face x23943), but I just sent you an email about doing some graphic design work! I'd love to be a part of this awesome project!
I love this idea – there is a definite gap in the market! Teen magazines are for teens, and not every twenty-something is interested in having sex twenty four hours a day – sometimes (read: all the time) we need intelligent, relevant, well-written things to read. This is one time I wish I was American – I would love to contribute! Maybe one day you'll need the perspective of an Australian graduate student?! 🙂
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Not really in the mood to be in photos right now, but I keep telling myself I’ll want to look back on these moments and remember them. (Right?!) when I look at these photos in 10, 20, 30 years…
I hope I remember Jack “rescuing” Rory from a windy tent, not how I stood in front of my closet with tears in my eyes.
I hope I remember watching Jack roll down hills and play hop scotch and scoot down the sidewalk with his besties, not that I caught a glimpse of my reflection and didn’t recognize myself.
I hope I remember sitting outside with my friend happily watching our kids play (while watching the minutes until bedtime tick by), and not that I spent too much time zooming in and examining every new wrinkle on my face.
I hope I remember the pure joy of these early warm days with my little family whom I love so much 🤍
The weather is warming up and I’m feeling slightly more comfortable in my skin every day ☀️ Here’s what I wore last week as a mom of two. I have a two and a half year old toddler and a two month old so I need outfits I feel good in, can chase a little guy around in, AND that I can breastfeed easily while wearing. 🔗 Leave a comment with “OUTFITS” to get links to every outfit I wore!
This room is so very special 🤍 The little cars sprinkled everywhere (watch your step!). A tiny sock, never two, peeled off and tucked somewhere hidden away. Piles of books that grow almost as quickly as the little boy who sleeps here. Outgrown pants and shoes to grow into mingling in the closet. Often messy, and a little cluttered, but a little boy lives here. 🚘☀️🐶📚🧸
(Rory is still in our room, but eventually the boys will share. I can picture their little twin beds already!)
About ten days ago, I noticed that today’s forecast was looking WARM. I told Mike, “We’re walking into town and sitting outside and I’m getting a beer. Put it on your calendar.” It ended up being warmer than forecasted (almost eighty degrees!) and let me tell you, it delivered. Today felt like the beginning of The Season™: dinners al fresco, beers/fries/ice creams, and late bedtimes. Indulging in it all because the kids are only getting older and we’re the grownups (somehow) and we get to make the rules ✌🏻
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this is fantastic! im going to fill out an app but have no idea what i would write about lol
Sounds awesome Carly!
I think this is an absolutely fabulous idea! I've felt the same way about not being able to find a magazine that suits my lifestyle, like I'm stuck in the middle of Vogue and Teen Vogue. Best of luck!
this sounds so great! I am the exact same way with magazines!
Awesome news Carly! I've already applied. Definitely a niche that hasn't been filled!
How exciting! I sent in my application! I know exactly what you mean. I'm a young wife, not even 25 and I feel stuck when it comes to magazines that I can completely enjoy from front to back.
Awesome idea Carly! Is there a deadline you would like the application by?
Wow, so great! Can't wait to see the pilot issue
Can't wait to see it !
and I don't know if you guys have it over there but there's a great British magazine called Tatler I reccomend, it's 'grown up' and everything but doesn't talk about sex every other page
P.S. I think there should be an article about different majors, what they usually entail and ways to study, etc. Personally I am most productive studying in-between classes in my "free hours" which I don't think many freshman take advantage of.
That sounds so fabulous! Can't wait to read it!!!
Sounds great!
Love the idea! Sent in my app and cannot wait to see how it all turns out 🙂
Ummm fantastic! Just like you, I tried to get into matchbook, glitter guide, etc, but I think the price points are unrealistic for students, and I wish I had an office to decorate with Jonathan Adler decor while at school… ha. Great idea 🙂
Bisous,
Rachel
http://lovealamode.wordpress.com
I love your blog! Thank you so much for sharing! Have a GREAT day!
woohoo! I am super excited! thanks for working for hard for your readers 🙂
The magazine sounds like a great idea, and I think that it could defiantly find a substantial market!
One question,
I am still in High School, although I live in a major city, and would consider myself to be mature for my age, could I still be considered for a writing position?
Thanks!
This sounds fabulous! I'm just a year too young to apply as a writer (sad face x23943), but I just sent you an email about doing some graphic design work! I'd love to be a part of this awesome project!
Have a fabulous week!
Hannah
WholeHeartedlyHannah.blogspot.com
I love this idea. Very excited!
For those that applied: when will we hear back?/Will we hear back either way?
This is such exciting news!! If I did graphic design I would do it in a heartbeat! I look forward to following the development of everything! (:
I love this idea – there is a definite gap in the market! Teen magazines are for teens, and not every twenty-something is interested in having sex twenty four hours a day – sometimes (read: all the time) we need intelligent, relevant, well-written things to read. This is one time I wish I was American – I would love to contribute! Maybe one day you'll need the perspective of an Australian graduate student?! 🙂
Bonne chance! I can't wait for the first issue!
C x