08/06/2026
Pops of color, threads of culture, and love that refuses to blend in. ❤️
Back in February, my dear friend Keegan (Keegan Perry) and I planned a trip to Philadelphia to see dodie in concert, but of course we had to do some visiting while we were there- and on the list was visiting Philadelphia’s Magic Gardens Philadelphia's Magic Gardens.
Honestly, magical is a great way to describe this experience. This art environment is absolutely beautiful, and has an energy that invites people from all backgrounds to unapologetically find community here - a message that I keep very close to my heart.
I had mentioned online that I’d be visiting, and Yasmine and Himadri reached out - and I am so incredibly grateful that the universe pushed us together. These two were so willing to be open with me and just so, so kind!!
We wandered the gardens, talked about their love story, admired the semi-permanent bleps their beloved pups tend to have, and they shared about their PHENOMENAL work as founders of Killjoy Institute (formerly Killjoy Reads) (seriously go check them out!! Join in creating a liberated world!!).
Everything just felt like it was meant to happen here. Thank you to Himadri and Yasmine for all you shared with us- I hope to see you the next time I visit!! 🥹