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"So glad we could do the Interview…Your creativity, joy and spirit is so inspiring. Thank you for the wrap now I can be a woman of style and distinction. I will let you know when this will air it will most likely be in a couple months. You are just amazing. Thanks ever so much." - Anne Marie
"The coat was a stupendous hit ! Everyone loved it both the shaping and the color very elegant.You would be pleased!" - Lisa Manuele
"I want to take a minute to let you know how much I love my new Bordeaux Coat! I feel so elegant and comfortable wearing it. Thank you again!" - Arlene Vaquer
"I'm delighted with my purchase. I've already received compliments. This is a unique coat that makes me feel special and stylish!!" - Gindy W
"I love it." - Clare Ewing
"Heading into town for a few days, packed light, all finished off with my golden topper. I feel like a million." - Daly Reville

Blog posts

RITUALS—DO THEY HAVE THE POWER TO HEAL US?

by Adeline Olmer January 21, 2021

I had the privilege of going to Arlington National Cemetery to attend the internment of a friend’s father who was being honored for his service. His body was being moved to its rightful place at Arlington. The ritual was amazing, but then rituals are miraculous—other worldly by their nature. The repetition of . . .

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A VACATION WOULD BE NICE, BUT THIS MIGHT WORK

by Adeline Olmer January 14, 2021 2 Comments

I need a break. There is so much going on in the world that just my routine is starting to tire me out. A vacation would be nice. But maybe there’s an alternative—something undemanding that would keep my mind busy and challenged without feeling like work would be nice. A friend sent me the perfect gift...

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CHAOS AT THE CAPITAL—ONE THING YOU CAN DO

by Adeline Olmer January 07, 2021 1 Comment

On Wednesday, I sat down to write my weekly blog. My phone, annoyingly, beeped and the New York Times proclaimed that “Pence and lawmakers evacuate as protesters storm Capitol.” I came to a halt. Outrage, unbelievable, how could this be... We are one country divided. The solution, I believe...

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SURVIVING 2020—MEANS A NEW BEGINNING

by Adeline Olmer December 30, 2020 1 Comment

In true 2020 fashion we awaited the new year with a Zoom dinner party. The dinner was attended by friends who have kept our Saturday nights busy for the last nine months. That dinner date every week made me feel somewhat normal. We planned… I couldn’t write an end-of-the year/beginning-another blog without mentioning…

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