Halloween Funny

My neighbor, Jo, sent me this "funny" via email - had to share via the KD Blog:

A TOUCHING HALLOWEEN STORY

                

A cabbie picks up a Nun.  She gets into the cab, and notices that the VERY handsome Cab driver won't stop staring at her.

She asks him why he is staring.

He replies: "I have a question to ask you but I don't want to offend you."

She answers, "My son, you cannot offend me. When you're as old as I am and have been a nun as long as I have, you get a chance to see and hear just about everything. I'm sure that there's nothing you could say or ask that I would find offensive."

"Well, I've always had a fantasy to have a nun kiss me"

She responds, "Well, let's see what we can do about that:

#1, You have to be single, and

#2, You must be Catholic."

The cab driver is very excited and says, "Yes, I'm single and Catholic!"

"OK" the nun says. "Pull over to the side of the road."

The nun fulfills his fantasy and gives him a big kiss.

But when they get back on the road, the cab driver starts crying.

"My dear child," says the nun, "why are you crying?"

"Forgive me but I've sinned.  I lied and I must confess, I'm married and I'm Baptist."

The nun says, "That's OK. My name is Kevin and I'm going to a Halloween party.”

Boo! Happy Halloween...

Couldn't resist sharing this cute Halloween Art Preview by Maureen:

Be safe and have a fun evening! - kim

Happy Halloween Everyone!

Interesting Picks by Marcela...

 

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Quote for Today:

October 31, 2012

"You can sing only what you are. You can paint only what you are. You must be what your experiences, your environment, and your heredity have made you. [...] For better or for worse, you must play your own little instrument in the orchestra of life."

—  Dale Carnegie

Hurricane Update from Winchester, Virginia

Good Morning All,

 

We received so many emails wishing us well through the recent hurricane fury that I had to write – all seems okay (for the most part) in our area.

I am just now seeing how things are for others via the television reports.

 

We got off lightly – just high winds and lots of rain here in Winchester, Virginia.

 

Those on the coast and in New York and New Jersey seem harder hit.

 

Thank you for reaching out to us.

 

Today, we will get back to work full steam at KD.

 

Cheer,

Allison, Chanta & Kim

 

Inspiration from Fashion Trends:

These are fashion trends for Fall 2012 (not real trend forward considering it's fall 2012 now) but if you want to see some cool fashion inspirations - then, click here to view:

 

http://www.style.com/trendsshopping/trendreport/071612_Trend_Report/

 

I just love fashion myself!!

 

Cool geo:

 

 

Below - Brocade Look - KD has had a surge of request for brocades of late:

 

 

 

Hurricane Prep

We are preparing for the possibility of no power due to the impending storm.

 

If you have not heard from KD office for awhile (may be a short time, or a long time) please know the storm (lack of power) is to blame.

We will be back at work as soon as possible.
We love KD and miss it when not at work.

Thank you,
Kim
 

Kim Designs - Social Media Growth Strategies

Dear KD contributors:

I am not sure if this link is active (below) to those outside Linked-In but it's worth a read over.

With KD's growth this year and our financials looking strong, we hope to think more on the social media presence for our company.

So, I offer this business link:

http://www.linkedin.com/today/post/article/20121019130632-204068115-why-aren-t-more-business-leaders-online


Anyone who thinks new technology isn’t going to keep changing the world has got their head in the sand. We are seeing progress every day online, and businesses are doing their level best to keep up and get ahead.

However, when you get to the very top of companies, there is a surprising lethargy about using the online tools already available: social media. Embracing social media isn’t just a bit of fun, it is a vital way to communicate, keep your ear to the ground and improve your business.

So why are only 16% of CEOs currently participating in social media? IBM’s 2012 Global CEO Study found that most CEOs are clearly not taking social media seriously. Only one of more than 1,700 respondents had their own blog! Some are on LinkedIn, fewer on Twitter and even less on Facebook, Google+ and elsewhere on the web.

The study indicated that within five years social media will be the number two way to engage with customers (after face-to-face personal interaction). That’s a step in the right direction, but why wait five years? The internet will have changed all over again by then, and business is in danger of being left behind.

It isn’t just CEOs that can make the most of social media. Where possible, everyone within a company should be engaged in what is happening elsewhere within their business, and in the wider world. Social media is a great way to do this. Also, it can furnish a spirit of community, not least amongst global, widespread companies.

Nevertheless, like all other areas of business, CEOs have the opportunity to set the bar. By ignoring social networks, they are potentially missing a trick.

There are lots of business leaders utilising social media, and yours truly is only too happy to be counted among them. But the beauty of the web is that there is plenty of room for everyone. Does anybody else want to join the party? There’s only one rule for entry - no ties allowed!

Inspirational: Floral Art - Beautiful!

Great Floral - Had to share!
Have a good day,
Kim

5 Lessons you can learn from Classic Novels...

I love reading and classic novels are always a good bet.

Thought I'd share this.... 

Excerpt from RealSimple.com.

Amit and Anu develop a Saree Collection

 

Amit writes:

 

Hi Kim,
Me and Anu have created a collection in INDIAN SAREE collection with hand loom fabric with hand embroidery. One saree takes 15 to 20 days to develop.

               

Kim Note:  Love that many of you develop your own line of textiles, fashions and paper.

     Please feel free to share any of your own collections/product lines with us.

 



Kim's Favs for week of 10/18/2012



Spotted at Lane Bryant (Design is by Heymi)

We have sold Lane Bryant several prints this past year.

We spotted this "baby doll apparel" online in October 2012.  www.lanebryant.com

Design is by Heymi.

Inspirational: What will you create?

Picture Perfect...artist Elly MacKay

A quote for today:

October 17, 2012

"You are imperfect, permanently and inevitably flawed. And you are beautiful."

—  Amy Bloom

KD email promotion set to go out today / 10/16/2012:

Good Quote as we start our week of creating new opportunities:

October 15, 2012

"Writing or making anything—a poem, a bird feeder, a chocolate cake—has self-respect in it. You're working. You're trying. You're not lying down on the ground, having given up."

—  Sharon Olds

A Thing or Two I Wish I Knew...

My friend made these for Book Group -

These cookies are so delicious - had to share with you all across the world:

Inspirational: New Delhi - One Day I hope to visit!

Email Promotion Sent 10/5/2012:

More picks from Pinterest...

More selections made by Marcela, courtesy of the site Pinterest.