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A Mended Sidewalk

Originally posted on The Narrative Within:
Mending is a philosophy. And a measurement of value.  If something must be mended, it means it has been used, thus is useful.  Unfortunately, we have a tendency to look at much of what…

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Mercatino Usato, second hand market in Rome

with Frida at the Mercatino This weekend, while taking a walk after A Heavy Duty lunch, we came across a second hand market near San Giovanni.  It’s called Mercantino Usato Porta Maggiore and was full of EVERYTHING including books, furniture, clothing and … Continue reading →

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Arthur Bispo do Rosário

Originally posted on WWW.LATINOSINLONDON.COM:
This display at London’s Victoria & Albert Museum brings together over 80 artworks ranging from sculptures, hand-embroidered banners and garments, showcasing the variety and creativity of Arthur Bispo do Rosario (1909-1989), one of Brazil’s…

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Today I stole Frida’s flowers

 Today I stole Frida’s flowers… My friend, Franca, and I recently went to see the Frida Kahlo exhibition at the Scuderie del Quirinale.  I have a passion for huipiles and since Frida wore them all the time, the exhibit demanded my … Continue reading →

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Rebozo for Labor

Originally posted on Harmony Doulas:
What is a Rebozo? The rebozo is a traditional Mexican shawl that is long enough to wrap around a woman’s body, with a little extra (about 4-5 feet). A large scarf or piece of fabric…

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