Growing up, I didn't know much about Syria. I was never exposed to Syrian culture. I had never been to Syria. All I was reading about and hearing about was the war. I appreciated what they were trying to do. Mint + Laurel is trying to change the narrative that Syria is not only about the recent war, there's culture that goes back thousands of years that we need to preserve. “I was there for Mint +Laurel’s first pop up event. I was there when the founders were getting started, to growing the brand, and now to actually be selling things!”
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If you’re like me, you’ve realized by staying home during the COVID-19 pandemic that you have way too much stuff. Perhaps we should ask ourselves, “do I really need three different types of hair conditioner, two equally loud music speakers, and countless travel organizers?” I know the answer to that question, and it’s motivated me to shop more responsibly, with sustainability in mind. Before making an online purchase, I think about how I might reuse or recycle the product to minimize clutter and lead a greener lifestyle.
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