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Farewell 2019

Farewell 2019 and Welcome 2020


There are some years that we are so glad to say goodbye to...  

For me 2019 was a good one and I am grateful to feel good wishes as the year ends and 2020 begins.

My year's highlights include travel and becoming a grandmother! 

We went  to Italy in February to celebrate my husband's 60 birthday.  In the summer, we travelled to Victoria, Vancouver, Seattle and our home away from home, Santa Cruz.   For me, travel gives me the opportunity to soak in the sights and sounds of the local culture and I especially enjoy looking at the local fashions and hairstyles. 


At "our" villa in Empoli, Italy

And of course becoming a grandmother is one of life's blessings. My sweet little granddaughter was born in June and her name is Isla.  For now my grandmother name is Glamma, which is perfect for me, it's just the right amount of tradition and fun.  


Isla getting used to the chair!

Tradition and Fun, these two words speak volumes in work and play.  

In 2020 I plan to explore both as I navigate this phase of my life.  The phase of being the matriarch of my family, a classical hairstylist and a lifelong entrepreneur.  

Stay tuned for updates - you are a part of my journey and I cannot do this alone.


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