08/30/2026
We all thought we’d have more time.
Yesterday, we laid Tina to rest, wearing color, as she requested. Of course, I wore the dress that represented the color palette we developed together.
Sometimes, a color palette begins with something as simple as a screen-printed dishtowel and a handmade teacup. That’s how it began with my friend and client, Tina.
She was inspired by shapes, especially arches. She loved mixing textures, wicker, linen, woods, leather and especially she loved antiques and fabrics with vintage prints.
She challenged me as a designer, pushed me to
color outside the lines, write a thoughtful, unhurried email and text and to always have my lip gloss ready, even if it was an early morning site meeting. She had charisma 😊. Together, we created a home that felt deeply like her and the love for her husband, family and friends.
We weren’t quite finished yet. We thought we had more time. Last night, I felt myself beginning my goodbyes to summer, and saying goodbye to my friend Tina.
Today, I am here on my yoga mat, beginning again. Breathing in and exhaling. Loosening my grip and letting go. Beginning again, in awe of the potential ahead, while gently returning to the present moment.
I’m grateful we had the time we did. And grateful for the beauty we created together. 🤍
