Writing

Photo of author Christine Platt. Photo by Dayo Kosoko.

Finding More Freedom With Less: Christine Platt Takes Her Message of Liberation to the World

"When Christine Platt decided to become a minimalist, she discovered a world of complicated, conflicting rules and sleek, expensive furniture, all neatly wrapped with the lure of simplicity. But when she attempted to incorporate the plain, neutral designs of minimalism into her home, she encountered a roadblock: She hated it. "

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Mesa Verde Tours: Step Inside the Wonders of History

"Mesa Verde National Park is home to some of the most famous and best-preserved cliff dwellings in North America. . . . When our family scheduled a trip to the Southwest for the summer, I couldn’t wait to add Mesa Verde to our vacation itinerary. As I planned our trip, I discovered that the park offers ticketed tours of cliff dwellings, and I jumped at the chance to book a tour for our family. It was the experience of a lifetime."

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A book titled Tipping Point: Ecofiction for Tomorrow's World, Edited by M. A. Dosser

"The Vines" | Tipping Point: Ecofiction for Tomorrow's World

"The Vines" is a short story in the fiction anthology Tipping Point: Ecofiction for Tomorrow's World by Flash Point Science Fiction.

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The Secrets of Picture-Perfect Wedding Curls

"Curls can be beautiful and wild, soft and romantic, or elegant and refined. For wedding hairstyles, your waves, curls, or coils are your most unique accessory. Yet curls are unpredictable, which can feel daunting for brides wanting to document their big day. When it comes to wedding photos, how can brides ensure their natural curls stand the tests of wind, time, and on-demand fabulousness? We asked professional photographers for their best tips on picture-perfect curls."

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How to Save Your Family Vacation When Everything Goes Wrong

"When I first heard rumors about the French transit strikes, I didn’t think much about them. After all, our vacation was weeks away. Surely I could keep those reservations for our dream trip to Paris. And THAT was the beginning of everything on our vacation going wrong."

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Selected Writings

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Profiles:
“A Table for Everyone: Activist and Chef Jocelyn Jackson” | Curl Magazine
“Roaming Free: Quin Gable’s Cozy Cargo Van Life” | Curl Magazine
“Now Playing on the Mane Stage: Tori Kelly” | Curl Magazine (subscription required)
“Cultivating Joy: How the Curly Cultivators Make Gardening Fun for Everyone” | Curl Magazine
“Ruby Barker: A Gem Formed Under Pressure” | Curl Magazine
“Sisterhood of Support: Gina Clayton-Johnson and Essie Justice Group” | Curl Magazine (subscription required)

Beauty:
“Want Healthy, Beautiful Curls? Start with What You Eat” | Curl Magazine
“How to Get Your Curls Back” | Curl Magazine
“The Future of Curls” | Curl Magazine
“Curls for Days, Literally” | Curl Magazine

Food:
“Easy Healthy Road Trip Cookie Recipe” | L.A. Family Travel
“Kid-Friendly Restaurants on the Gulf Coast” | L.A. Family Travel
“The Top Kid-Friendly Places to Eat in Nashville” | L.A. Family Travel

Mental Health:
“Teens, Curls, and Mental Health” | Curl Magazine
“Helping Kids Through Vacation Anxiety” | L.A. Family Travel

Gift Guides:
“Best Travel Gift Ideas for Tweens” | L.A. Family Travel
“The Best Last-Minute Travel Gift Guide” | L.A. Family Travel