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The Caribbean Princess…

Whimsical pen and watercolor illustration of girl lounging on cruise ship deck, by Joana Miranda Continue reading

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Out and About – A Day at the 2011 Surtex Show, National Stationery Show and International Contemporary Furniture Fair

There’s nothing like attending 3 trade shows in one day! I was fortunate enough to be able to attend the Surtex, National Stationery and International Contemporary Furniture shows yesterday at the Javits center. Continue reading

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Josephine Takes in the View at the Chrysler Building

Josephine is part ingenue, part old soul. Her love for NY City and her indomitable spirit are my beacon. I hope she inspires you, too! Continue reading

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Empire Building Kit – Week 27 Review

A look at Week 27 of the Empire Building Kit and how a cross-country move has shaken up my own business and pushed me in new directions. Continue reading

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Josephine Nests

Josephine is part ingenue, part old soul. Her adventurous spirit and plucky good nature inspire me. I hope she brings a smile to your day. Continue reading

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Josephine Stops to Smell a Rose

Josephine is part ingenue, part old soul. Her adventurous spirit and love for life inspires me. I hope she inspires you, too! Continue reading

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A Saturday Out and About: Josephine Tackles the Shopping

Josephine is part ingenue, part old soul. Her adventures in New York City inspire and amuse me. I hope they do the same for you! Continue reading

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Resurfacing for Air – Josephine Helps an Artist Find Her Equilibrium Again

Josephine is part ingenue, part old soul. She inspires me to find the positive in every situation. I hope she inspires you, too! Continue reading

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Some of My Favorite Things – Giving Thanks Edition

Sometimes levity is the best remedy. Here are some funny job ads I’ve come across in my two years of job searching. Continue reading

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Josephine Exercises in Riverside Park

Josephine jumped rope in the late afternoon sun.   Somewhere between 67 and 70 she lost count and found herself praying to the New York Gods to send her a job.

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