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The Little Black Ribbon

13 September 2012 • Kimberly

A black grosgrain ribbon (or velvet, à la Brigitte Bardot) is a most charming accessory when styled in the most unexpected ways. I always have a snippet of one somewhere in my handbag; as a headband when I'm feeling particularly sweet, or tied in a bow to emulate the ballerinas. To tie around the ... Read More

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Stop Expecting, Start Living

6 September 2012 • Kimberly

Imagination is a beautiful thing. It's what makes gives us empathy and gives us our passion for life and humanity. Reality, though? It trumps imagination every time; there is nothing like the surge of excitement and the lessons learned from experiencing mind, body and soul. Low expectations are ... Read More

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Like Melt-In-Your-Mouth Caramels With a Hint of…

6 September 2012 • Kimberly

You know that feeling you get when you see a cute guy across the room? The one you get when you lock eyes for that one moment before looking away shyly while attempting to steal a glance—but only to notice him still watching from afar? It's a cross between getting jittery from the butterflies and ... Read More

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