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Good Fortune to be Fortunate

by Clay Cox Owner/President - Kitchens by Clay

e are coming around to the end positives one day, one hour at a time. I believe that just one person
of 2021 and what a year it has with a kind heart and loving personality can affect even complete
Wbeen. The trials and tribulations strangers throughout the day simply by being there.
of the last couple of years have been many So, this Christmas season I am wishing for more kindness
and I am sure still loom large in our minds. and love, compassion and patience, so that I can, by example,
And wouldn’t it be nice if we could be sure spread goodwill to those who I encounter in the new year. Please
all will be well starting January 1st in 2022? remember that we all have the good fortune to be fortunate within
Unfortunately, I’m thinking that might not be us. So, let’s spread this around and watch it come back to us. I
the case so we must soldier on. wish all of you out there a very Merry Christmas, a healthy and
The way I see it, the best way to endure profitable New Year and may God Bless Us All.
the unforeseen changes in our collective lives
is to put our best foot forward. This Christmas season, more than
ever before, I would encourage us all to be a bit more patient, a
Enjoy your home!
bit more kind, and a lot more considerate of others as we are all
going through this topsy turvy time together. If you think about
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it, there isn’t a place we could go where all that is happening to us
now won’t be happening elsewhere. Our collective beds have been
made for us but that doesn’t mean we can’t offset the negativity clay@kitchensbyclay.com.
simply by slowing down and looking to our friends, family and 7935 Airport Road, Suites 5 and 6, Naples, FL 34109
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same things back to those who surround us. I would encourage us
all to embrace our own lives and turn our negatives into our own

That Special Look for the Holidays

by Erick Carter
ow can I curtains in your hair rather than the softer
change my look of pleats—but, there is more upkeep.
Hhair for the Pleats allow you to do highlights without
holidays?” Is it only to trips to the salon every 4-6 weeks. In
be a temporary change? addition, it’s a quicker process, plus as they
It can take time and be grow out you don’t see as much of the line
longer lasting than just of demarcation. Pleats can also be toned to
the Christmas season. a seasonal color by using a direct dye, which
So here are a few quick and easy ideas: will last for about a month.
Have you thought about adding What kind of time do you wish to
extensions to give your hair a bit of color spend on your hair? Your budget? How
fun? Fashion color extensions can be long-lasting do you want this change to be?
purchased at most beauty supply stores. There are solutions to a fun-filled holiday
This allows you to add a pop of color, look. How may your professionals help to
when placed properly in your hair. These make it so?
types of extensions can be purchased as Wishing everyone a
a clip- in for ease of use which is what I
recommend. wonderful holiday season!
If you’re looking for something that is
a bit more permanent than a seasonal change and less maintenance
than adding clip-in extensions to your already busy beauty routine, If you have any questions feel free to email me.
you might add highlights. The best way (and to keep it low Erickcre8u@gmail.com
maintenance) is the pleating technique. The hair falls visually like Erick Carter, Salon Zenergy
pleats on a pair of pants. A bolder look is highlights falling like 239-777-2380

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