may this dress remind us to be ourselves and to fight to be ourselves ...

“I love the person I’ve become, 

because I fought to become her.” 

Kaci Diane

Kaci Diane Palmore is an educator, editor, and published author. She has worked at private day schools in a variety of roles that span both in and out of the classroom. To satisfy her desire to help others improve their writing skills she visits various organizations to facilitate writing workshops for youth groups and adults.She has also been a freelance copy and content editor since 2013. She has worked on various types of literature including but not limited to: fiction, memoir, poetry, magazine articles, and children’s books. Her most notable work was being the copy editor for “Dark Girls”.Kaci published her first poetry book “This Heart of Mine" in 2016. Her most recent work is a poetry book titled "Like Water" that will be released in January 2019.https://www.kacidiane.com

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May this dress remind us of the wonders and importance of travel ...

this piece is framed and featured in this month's window
at Uni-t at the Natick Mall

“They should tell you when you’re born: 

have a suitcase heart, be ready to travel.”

Gabrielle Zevin

GABRIELLE ZEVIN is the New York Times bestselling novelist of nine novels, including The Storied Life of A.J. Fikry and most recently, Young Jane Young. Her books have been translated into over thirty languages and have sold millions of copies all around the world. She has written book criticism for the New York Times Book Review and NPR’s All Things Considered. She has also written screenplays, including Conversations with Other Women, for which she was nominated for an Independent Spirit Award. Zevin is a graduate of Harvard University. She lives in Los Angeles. Her ninth novel is Young Jane Young.
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day91: WD-40 is your friend ....

'tools ...' kitchen table series, pen and ink (2017)

“Single ladies, we are not Damsels in Distress…

we are Divas that Impress!” 

Mandy Hale

Don't be a damsel in distress!! 

Know how to do things around the house and with your car.  

Be self sufficient as much as possible.  

One way I have always kept true to this idea is that I try never to travel with more than I can carry.  I always wanted to be able to move my luggage by myself.  That doesn't mean never being helped with my luggage, porters can be very helpful and do remember to tip them.  But what I do mean is that if need be, for what ever reason, that I could move myself and my luggage by myself.  Or at least I could move me and what was important by myself (I think this practice was harder when I was traveling with little ones :).

When thinking about car maintenance,  I believe it is prudent to call  AAA when you have a flat tire, but know how to do other small automotive fixes.  Learn how to fill your car's wiper fluid, how to change the wiper blades and check the oil, to name a few. I would change the headlight bulbs in our van, however the cars are getting more and more electronic making it more necessary to go to a garage for even moonier repairs, however learn to do what you can.

And lastly get to know the phenom of all household maladies ... (drumroll please): WD-40.  

This is can can be your savior in the kitchen, bathroom, garden, garage, car, basically anywhere.  

It is truly astounding how many things this little can can do.  Below is a partial list of what this oil can do.

So there are just a few suggestions to help you be a DIVA that IMPRESSES.  It is also satisfying to be able to take care of your surroundings and not need to wait to be saved!!

love, mom

It helps with squeaky door hinges 

It is a good lubricant and protectant 

Removes water spots from mirrors

Removes scuff marks from ceramic tile

Keeps metal wind chimes rust-free

Removes crayon from walls

Lubricates kitchen sink handheld spray nozzle

Removes rust from curtain rods

Removes adhesive from precious china

Shines aluminum sinks

Spray around bottom of garbage cans to prevent animals from getting in

Protects snow shovels from the effects of salt

Polishes silver jewelry

Removes melted scotch tape from dining room table

Removes stains from coffee cups

click here to see the list of 200 uses

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May this dress keep you happy and safe!!!!

"Your wings already exist. 

All you have to do is FLY."

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may this dress bring you safe travels!!!

For me mom and dad, who are heading home today.  

And for other loved one who are journeying. . . 

for all I wish safe and sane travels!!! xxxxx

Irish Blessings For Those Taking A Journey

“The love and affection of the angels be to you,

The love and affection of the saints be to you,

The love and affection of heaven be to you,

To guard and to cherish you.

May the Beloved shield you on every step,

May the Beloved aid you on every path,

And may the Beloved hold you safe on every slope,

On every hill and on every plain;

On earth and on sea until you are home again.”

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may this dress bring you safe travels . .

. . .  whether they are on a plane, train, car or in your mind and heart!! 

& happy 111th birthday (a day late)

 to one of my all time heros!!! 

Happy Birthday Anais Nin!!! xxx

Anaïs Nin was an author born to Spanish-Cuban parents in France, where she was also raised. She spent some time in Spain and Cuba but lived most of her life in the United States where she became an established author.

Born: February 21, 1903, Neuilly-sur-Seine, France

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may these dresses bring you safe travels in all your journeys!!!

this collection of dresstags are heading to the far east
to be placed by a fellow artist~
photos to come (can't wait!!!) xxx

“All journeys have secret destinations 

of which the traveler is unaware.” 

~ Martin Buber

During this time of year, many of us are traveling. 

 Some trips are with planes and trains and some more personal, via hearts and souls.  The holidays bring with them many emotions, and the new year is a time that many reexamine their current 'journey'.  And here in the Boston area, many people are needing to travel in a pending snowstorm. 

So for all of us on our journeys - safe travels!!! & peace

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