Femininity is making a comeback

 I’ve been reading a fascinating book on relationships, and its foundation is all about embracing femininity—frills, lace, and all the details. It made me wonder: why have we drifted so far from the traditions of historical womanhood? These foundations existed for centuries—surely there was a reason.

Think about Gone With the Wind. Scarlett may have seemed rebellious, even “unfeminine” by her era’s standards, but by today’s measures, she was far more feminine than the average woman in the U.S. now.

When did we start trying to blend in with men instead of standing apart? Why do we want to be treated just like they are? I love my comfy jeans and a tee as much as anyone, but when I take the time to get dolled up—even small changes like a black ruffled blouse—it affects how I feel. Confident. Special. Noticed.

Case in point: I wore a frilly, feminine shirt on a outing and had so many compliments on it. I never would have expected it—but it made me think. Maybe leaning into simple expressions of femininity can quietly transform the way we feel about ourselves… and how others see us.

Funnel Cakes

 I Adore Funnel Cake

Nothing beats a homemade funnel cake—crispy, golden, and dusted with just the right amount of powdered sugar. Bonus points for cinnamon!

Ingredients:

• 

• 4 cups flour

• 1/3 cup sugar

• 2 tsp baking powder

• 1/2 tsp salt

• 2 1/2 cups milk

• 3 large eggs

• 3 cups vegetable oil

• 1/2 tsp vanilla

• Powdered sugar to finish

Directions:

1. Heat oil in a deep skillet to 350–375ºF. Test with a drop of batter—it should bubble.

2. Whisk flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt. Add milk, eggs, and vanilla—mix until smooth.

3. Pour batter into a gallon-size Ziploc, snip a 1/4-inch corner, and drizzle into hot oil in a swirling web.

4. Fry 2 minutes until golden, flip, fry 1 more minute. Drain on paper towels.

5. Dust with powdered sugar and serve hot.