Now that we're dreaming of hot cocoa and cozy fires while sweating at 8 in the morning, we asked a few of our writers how they're bringing the spirit of the fall season to their communities.

Across oceans and many miles, distant from friends, family, pets, sometimes creature comforts, and many other things we hold dear, our Sticky Rice Staff seeks to find the little ways we can make a house a home.

Although it's only June, the rainy season is well underway, and that means Thailand is bursting with green. Surrounded by lush scenery, we've asked our staff writers to pick a favorite landmark among the green things we all have plenty of - trees.

This month marks a milestone, and the start of school! Our writers share significant, impactful moments from their service, captured in pictures worth thousands of words.