IG: @mantoueatstoes  Do you love dogs? Have you ever wondered what it is like to raise one? Let me be the one to show you what it looks like. My family recently started raising a little Pomeranian last October, and it has been a crazy experience. Before Mantou came into our lives, having a dog always felt like one of those sweet ideas people talk about—extremely fun, adorable in photos, and probably chaotic in real life. You imagine fluffy fur, happy barking, little paws running across the...

Most of my friends think running is torture with a few extra steps, but is it really? I think running is a wonderful, enjoyable activity and everyone should do it. It is a simple escape from everything—the stress, noise, emotions and endless tasks that I procrastinate on (including this article). But there is really something magical about the rhythm of your steps and the rush of wind brushing past your face—the feeling of being as free as a bird. However, many friends still really hate it,...