WISHES + SPOILS
"Buy Less, choose well, make it Last” as the famous phrase from fashion designer Vivienne Westwood goes; applies both to what I put on my body but especially about the items I keep inside my home. Since relocating to Europe I have been embracing a slow living and more minimalist lifestyle; over-consumption and materialism are not very appealing to me, and excess waste feels vulgar. I am not the type of woman who needs or wants an overflowing wardrobe, racks of shoes or even more lingerie than I already have. However, a well curated home full of original art, books and a few investment pieces adds to the quality of my life in measurable ways.
Gift receiving is my love language, so while gifts aren't necessary, they are the best way to get my attention and show me you my joy is a priority. The items that advance my hobbies and add to the comfort of my home are the most meaningful to receive. If you would like to gift me something not listed on my wishlist(s) please ask me first.
I N V E S T M E N T
The most direct and profound way for you to show me you respect me and my work and hope to see me succeed in my future endeavors, is through subsidization. Investing in my future and sponsoring my creative projects, is BDE.
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GIFTCARDS:​
If your aim is to impress me further; know that I think Philanthropy is sexy.
You can make a donation in my name at one of these American foundations that are personally important to me.
HOPE FOR THE DAY
Suicide is a preventable mental health crisis. The primary obstacle to suicide prevention is silence. Proactive suicide prevention means starting the conversation on mental health before it adversely impacts our lives. Hope For The Day does vital outreach, mental health education, and community action in all 50 states, 26 countries and in 17 languages.
GROWING HOME
promoting healthy living, economic opportunities and community empowerment by providing job training and transitional employment in the green industry, organic agriculture and horticulture industries in Chicago; working with individuals who have had difficulty obtaining employment due to histories of incarceration, homelessness, or substance dependency.
FEEDING AMERICA
the nation's leading domestic hunger-relief charity provides nutritious, fresh foods to 49-million Americans struggling with hunger; offer safe and nurturing places for children to have a meal; emergency assistance for disaster victims; as well as a chance at self-sufficiency for adults trying to break the cycle of poverty and hunger.