Madeline Jarvis

Jun 21, 2024 | motifri.com | Madeline Jarvis

Ahhh… summer. The season of sun, sand, and sea. Many people look forward to the simple pleasures that summer affords: time to bask at the beach or in the local park, local fairs and amusement, drying off all of your sweat by starfishing in front of your AC unit. Another integral part of summer is indulging in the seasonal palette, such as ripe fruits, fresh veggies, and for those who imbibe, an ice cold adult beverage.

Jun 12, 2024 | motifri.com | Madeline Jarvis

As summer quickly approaches, excitement grows: beach and adventure weather is upon us, and the good vibes brought along with the sun are soon to be in full swing. Humans are not the only group excited for the upcoming season — dogs are just as excited, if not more. With squirrels, treats, and long walks on the horizon, dogs can’t wait to hit paws to pavement and get out and about this summer. Here are some RI dogs that can’t wait for summer!

Apr 30, 2024 | motifri.com | Madeline Jarvis

Pre-COVID, I found that a lot of people in my generation and younger weren’t big readers. At the risk of sounding like a curmudgeon, between the never-ending stream of content on phones, tablets, and TVs, younger generations didn’t seem to have an interest in picking up a book for fun. I even ran into people who didn’t know what kind of book they would be interested in reading, if they were to read.

Feb 14, 2024 | motifri.com | Madeline Jarvis

In my first date night guide installment, I professed my love for date nights in the fall due to their comfy, cozy vibe, and I stand by that. For many of the same reasons, I would argue that winter is the second-best season for dates. For this article, I’ve compiled fun activities to consider for winter date nights. AdvertisementIllustrations by Gina Lerman.

Dec 12, 2023 | motifri.com | Madeline Jarvis

There are a lot of hot topics floating around our culture, one of which is artificial intelligence (AI). Though AI is a field that has been in development for quite some time, recently it has dominated the conversation in a number of industries. Those in tech, media, and analytics have been watching major news outlets debate whether or not AI will eradicate their job. AI is floating like a heavy, damp cloud over artists and producers in the music industry as well.