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On this Christmas Eve as I wrap gifts, bake and get ready to celebrate with loved ones, I’m taking this time to remember my dear friend, Brenda. She left us too soon but we are far from empty. She filled us with joy, love, kindness, strength and so much more. I think of her often…
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Watches are one of my favorite accessories. If I leave the house without a watch on it means I was in a rush, didn’t get enough sleep or have an issue or two to face that day. I rarely leave the house without a watch on. My daughter never really had any interest in watches.…
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Vintage jewelry is a favorite of mine. As a child I coveted my grandmother’s brooches and beads. They always looked so pretty and added a personal touch to every outfit. There’s mystery, history and the element of daring to be different when you find just the right piece. And the brooches in particular are often large…
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I started this journey with kindfolio inspired by entrepreneurs that follow their passion and make beautiful things happen. This post is right on theme. The elegant and gorgeous rose quartz necklace is by The Right Hand Gal, a company founded by two sisters, Randi and Shawna. They are “…advocators of women’s empowerment, a core value…
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In August, my daughter and I visited our local Value Village after I had refused to pay $60 for shredded jean shorts at an upscale retailer. There are many items I don’t mind paying premium for if the quality, style and value are present. Shredded short-shorts don’t fit that bill. We were on a mission…
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Statement necklaces are not my usual go to item. I admire them on others but often stick to smaller pieces for myself. Except, I couldn’t resist these beauties from Olivia Welles and they look great. Besides their beauty, what caught me was the necklace name – charmed life. I couldn’t decide between the silver or…
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I’m awestruck by creative people. I see their work and fill with joy. I’m on the path to discovering my own ‘makers’ dream. It’s a good journey forward, one step at a time. This bracelet featuring the longitude and latitude of our family home belongs to my daughter. She’s an etsi junkie and loves discovering…
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After begging my parents for what seemed like forever, they finally allowed me to start riding lessons when I was ten. I still ride, not in competition anymore, just for pure pleasure. My love of horses has never waned and crosses over to my street style. I picked up the beautiful black saddlebag at Kenneth Cole…
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When I was growing up, learning to tell time and getting your first watch was a right of passage. Mine was a Timex. Today the smartphone has taken over that slot. I love my smartphone but would never give up my watches. I love timepieces. My favorite watch faces have roman numerals. They’re classic and…
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Scarves and perfume. Two of my favorite things. So, when I stumbled upon MapScarves I had to have one. I chose New York City. The city that never sleeps. I love it. Being there any time infuses me with energy and creative possibilities. It is where I go when I need a reboot. I am…
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