Bookmark This is a series featuring all sorts of things we’ve been loving lately. From delightful reads and favorite products, to playlists or podcasts that keep us company as we work from home (or commute to the office) — we’re sharing some of our recent favorites.

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ARTICLE TO READ — Addressing the Burning World by Jess Janz // Jess shares beautiful poetry and some thoughtful reflections that bring great comfort amidst the madness.

PODCAST TO LISTEN TO — Poems as Teachers by Poetry Unbound // This Poetry Unbound mini season is devoted to poems with wisdom to offer about conflict and humanity. If you are looking for poetry to heal and to hold you this week and beyond, this series has re-tethered our spirits to hope. 

RECIPE TO MAKE — Watermelon Peach Salad // Sweet watermelon, summer peaches, garden basil, and salty feta cheese – all combined to create a colorful salad that’s effortless, pretty, and so delicious!

THING TO BUY — Olive Oil // Social enterprise Canaan Palestine collaborates with more than 2,000 small-scale farming families in Palestine to create high-quality collections, including this olive oil.

PLACE TO GIVE — International Rescue Committee // The International Rescue Committee responds to the world’s humanitarian crises. They help to restore health, safety, education, economic wellbeing, and power to people devastated by conflict and disaster.