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~don't skip the sunscreen~

June 25, 2024 / BY Okio B Designs
Please, please, whatever you do, don't forget the sunscreen this summer.My dad - who is half Irish and half Cuban - just had skin cancer removed from one of his arms.  I had a pre-skin cancer blotch removed from my own arm 5 years ago.  So to say I'm taking SPF seriously this summer would be an understatement.  Even if you have melanated skin: you. need.  sunscreen.  Now go get some!Getting off my soapbox now.JeanineLink...

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~diy 4th of july~

June 24, 2024 / BY Okio B Designs
 It's hard to believe the 4th of July is next week.  I mean, didn't June just start yesterday?!I didn't have enough time to actually DIY this year, but I'm sharing some old familiar favorites from previous years.  I still display the faux flashcards I made a couple of years ago, and this Target gumball machine still houses the red/white/blue decorations from last year.New this year: adding a variety of flags to this vintage Stanley thermos. ...

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