The TUT Revamp: New Look, Same Soul
Song Of The Week
Prepare to launch your eardrums into a stratosphere of joy because this week, we're vibing with “Seventh Heaven” by IHONA. It’s not just a song; it’s an auditory rocket ship that transports listeners straight to the sky.
Lyrically, “Seventh Heaven” plays with themes of euphoria, love, and the adventures of being on cloud nine. Each verse is a delightful wink, painting pictures of starlit picnics and spontaneous road trips with your best pals. The chorus? Oh, it’s a sing-along masterpiece that will have you belting out lines in the shower and hoping the neighbors join in.
The production is bright and loud, layering ethereal synths with punchy beats and shimmering backing vocals that create an ambiance of ultimate escapism.
Editorial #70 The Revamp
Editorial 70 already? Wowza! Time is just zipping by. I’ve been busy—working hard! Can you tell? TUT went under for a couple of weeks, and honestly, it probably still is by the time I’m trying to post this. If you guessed that I moved from one server to another, congratulations—you either pay attention or you live with me and have had to hear me complain about these dumb logistics errors I have been having.
Before I became a blogger, I really thought I had design on lock, like I was thee designer for any media i.e a multimedia specialist. Website building? Felt like the natural next step. I was convinced I could build my dream site from scratch with little to zero experience. Laughable. Comical, even. Looking back, I cannot believe how naïve I was. I wasted two years trying to figure out how to create the perfect site—two years of stress that definitely shaved 10% off my lifespan—only to come up empty-handed and throw in the towel in the end.There is a reason why people specialize in this because it is not as easy as you think.
I’d love to say there was some valuable lesson in wrestling with WordPress, but honestly? I got nothing. Maybe if I think on it long enough, I’ll come up with something…but I highly doubt it. If anything, it humbled me. It made me sit the f*ck down and be realistic about my abilities. On multiple occasions I had to convince myself that this was the best I could but then, I would revamp it again and then claim, “No actually this is the best I got!” and it was a vicious loop. I think I got it and a couple months later I would change it again and again and again. And then it became a chore and something I despised doing. In those moments I was satisfied it just didn’t stay very long.On the bright side, I came out on top… well, almost. Once my domain transfer is complete, then I’ll be on top. Fingers crossed.
This isn’t the first revamp I’ve done for TUT. Oh no, there’s been a looooooooong herstory of me trying to nail the right look. I’ve bounced between magazine layouts, newsletters, vlogs, and even letters—but none of them stuck. Why? Because none of them felt like me. For the longest time, I blamed it on not having an official “look.” So, I finally hired a friend—shoutout to Trixie!—to help me take the first step. And let me tell you, there’s a reason why people specialize in this. It’s not as easy as you’d think, especially if it’s for yourself. I tried—and failed—five different times. No matter what I did, I just couldn’t say with 100% confidence, “This is it.” That is, until I saw Trixie’s work. It was exactly what I wanted—down to a T.
*Not Editorial 70*
Now, let me admit something: this isn’t actually Editorial 70. I lied. But it’s a good lie! No harm done. I labeled a silly little video “Editorial 70,” and if you follow me, you probably saw it but didn’t read the caption (because let’s be real, who does?). That post was actually a letter to my future self. Still, that Monday, Tuesday, and Wednesday, I felt naked—like something was missing. And I was right. I hadn’t written anything. I tried; I really did but my brain could not focus on anything else than getting my blog a new home.
Shhhhh, don’t be mad. I can feel your judgment. Listen—I was fed up with WordPress. I had no f*cks left to give. I wanted my dream site, and I wanted it now. I hated the way my home page looked, the way my About page was off centered and that my posts were just like long document-like essay. My patience was on thin ice, so without a second thought, I bought a new server, figured out how to transfer my data, moved my domain, started fresh with the design, and said goodbye to WordPress for good. I was a three year plan completed about half and said f*ck it! I didn't care if I lost some money if it was the price of my joy a.k.a creating this blog.
What I didn’t realize was how long it would take to clean up my old work and how secure everything was. Three. Freaking. Weeks. I am picky and specific on how I want everything to look and Squarespace does a nice job about allowing my ideas to become a reality. But damn! The many hoops I had to jump through to get my own domain is insane! I didn't think for a second about how that process would turn out and so in return I had to reread everything on the help center page. So worth it though, I finally feel like this is what love and everything I want TUT to embody.
What’s new?
This is more than just a new look—it’s a new era for TUT. It’s where philosophy meets creativity, where words and visuals collide, and where the unfinished becomes part of the beauty. I’ve taken steps even further to expand a bit, starting with my Agora—a library of philosophical notes, readings, and musings where you can take a turn at being the philosopher.
Furthermore, I’ve been curating more playlists too—so you and I can have even more jam sessions. And yes, they’ll keep growing with fresh weekly picks. Most of them reflect the atmosphere of TUT, but they also reveal more layers of me. For example, I’m a sucker for the early 2000s Disney era—music, movies, TV shows—their absolute peak. I know my generation collectively fawns over it, so go ahead and count me in, too. Or, if you’re in the mood for something a little more whimsical, I’ve crafted an exclusive F+™ playlist—a collection of my favorite tracks that awaken the fairy-elf in me. When I listen, I picture myself in a flowing white dress, frolicking through tall meadows, living in a tiny cottage deep in the woods.
Most importantly, I’ve revisited my old works… and let me tell you—going through my old posts felt like re-reading my cringiest teenage diary entries. Where was the pizazz? I knew I had been missing more depth in my posts because I hadn’t felt like this blog was mine. Truly my vision. So, I rolled up my sleeves and sprinkled some life back into them—about 90% of them, to be exact. With…drum roll please… refreshed visuals paired with new format. In hopes to share more than just words—I want to share feelings and moments that linger. After all, if I’m capturing snapshots in time, it’s only fair you get to see them too, right?
Now this version feels like me. This is who I am and I can't wait to take you guys on my new journey. This is The Unfinished Times—new, improved, and still perfectly unfinished. Take a look around. Get lost in the Agora. Stumble into an old editorial that feels brand new. And when you do—tell me what you think. I want to hear it all—the good, the bad, and the unfinished. To say bluntly, you’ll want to stick around for this, we are on the up and up.
Why won’t you stay for the ride
“Seventh Heaven” by IHONA captures the exact feeling of finally stepping into something that feels right. I love this song because of the bashing instruments paired with the dreamy vocals and atmospheric melody. This track mirrors the sense of drifting through uncertainty before landing somewhere that just fits. It’s the perfect backdrop for this week’s editorial—a reflection of letting go of what doesn’t work and embracing the magic of finally getting it right. Staying for the ride because the views are nice and… because I told you so. It is quite literally do or die.
Enjoy This Journey With Me
° 𐐪𐑂 ♡ 𐐪𐑂 ₒ 𐐪𐑂 ♡ 𐐪𐑂 °
Enjoy This Journey With Me ° 𐐪𐑂 ♡ 𐐪𐑂 ₒ 𐐪𐑂 ♡ 𐐪𐑂 °
This isn’t the end—just a bookmark in the conversation. Stories don’t really close; they unfold, shift, and find new voices. If this one stirred something in you, let it breathe. Leave a thought, challenge an idea, or carry it forward in your own way. And if you ever feel like wandering through more unfinished thoughts, you know where to find me. Let’s keep the conversation alive. ~XOXO
