THE BEAUTY OF BECOMING

There are seasons in life when we do not simply change, we become. We outgrow old definitions, discover new ambitions and begin to understand that identity is not a fixed destination but an unfolding story. The September 2026 issue of MeriRime is dedicated to precisely that idea: the beauty of becoming.

This edition brings together women whose journeys could hardly be more different, yet whose stories share a remarkable common thread. They have each found ways to move beyond expectation, embrace individuality and create lives that reflect who they are rather than who the world expects them to be.

Our cover star, Joey King, embodies the courage of evolution. From growing up before the camera to becoming an accomplished actress and producer, her journey is one of persistence, curiosity and creative reinvention. Her story reminds us that longevity is not about remaining unchanged, but about continuing to discover what else we can become.

Danielle Leigh brings another dimension to this conversation, returning to music with a perspective shaped by motherhood, family, faith, love and personal growth. Her creative evolution speaks beautifully to the freedom that comes when we become comfortable with every part of ourselves.

Jackie Wyers takes us into a world where vintage glamour meets contemporary imagination, demonstrating how beauty can preserve history while still feeling wonderfully new. Diana Diloyan reminds us that true presence comes not from perfection, but from confidence, movement and the courage to be seen as ourselves.

With Kiki, we explore the extraordinary power of words and the intimacy of storytelling. Her journey from feeling uncertain around writing to creating a community through her thoughts is a beautiful reminder that the things we once struggled with can ultimately become our voice.

Brooke Hyland offers a thoughtful reflection on growing up in the public eye while finding beauty in ordinary life. Angela Aumonier, meanwhile, demonstrates how beauty can become a vehicle for purpose, advocacy and meaningful change, using her platform to champion women’s health and preventative care.

Dorothy Mannine speaks to confidence, individuality and the freedom to express oneself without apology. Annalysé Taylor transforms fashion into fantasy, showing us that clothing can become character, imagination and storytelling. And Erin Monaghan challenges the notion that we must choose a single identity, bringing together science, technology, beauty, creativity and curiosity in one wonderfully multifaceted life.
Together, these women form the heart of this issue. They remind us that there is no singular definition of beauty, success or femininity. There is only the courage to live honestly, the imagination to keep evolving and the confidence to make room for every dimension of who we are.

This is what MeriRime continues to celebrate: not perfection, but presence; not conformity, but character; not the finished version of a person, but the fascinating journey towards becoming.

To our readers, I hope these pages inspire you to look at your own story with fresh eyes. You do not have to remain who you once were. You are allowed to change, to dream differently, to begin again and, above all, to become.

With warm regards,

The Publisher
MeriRime