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Joie de faire

pot and poster, studio los ojos Like a bowerbird*, I use junk to decorate my home. But junk that’s been joyfully transformed with some abracadabras. The hands are like magic wands that can transform ugly ducklings into swans. Making things … Continue reading →

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the soul and the sea

Paros Once they’re written, New Year’s Resolutions seem to vanish like dew. Fortunately,  still fresh on my list is that of trying to meditate. Everything you read about increasing your vibration level insists that meditation is a must. But my thoughts … Continue reading →

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The danger of diaries

Much has been said about the benefits of keeping a diary. For one, it helps articulate feelings and thus sharpens the blurs. Also, when we get that feeling ”it’s not easy for me to be me”, a diary can act … Continue reading →

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A bright sun shiny day

via veneto, roma It’s been a long time since I’ve driven a car. I prefer walking or taking the tram. Or having my Mr. Big chauffeur me around on his mega scooter. I can hold on tight as he zig … Continue reading →

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Songs and scented sighs

  Parisian Perfumes 1988 Amarcord*: One summer evening while walking on Amorgos, my nose was unexpectedly bombarded by the smell of honeysuckle and, zap, suddenly I was in San Antonio, Texas where I grew up. My childhood neighborhood was full … Continue reading →

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