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Beth T (BethOfAus)'s avatar

Packing cubes are SO worthwhile. I’ve found the same. I start with tops in one, bottoms in another and underwear in a little one. Add wet pack and shoes and I’m just about done. When coming home, I’ll have clean items in one and dirty in another, so unpacking takes just moments. Now you just need a good sleep or two to get over that jet lag. Well done with the collages too. Hugs dear Stella. All the best.

Stella Kalaw's avatar

Ahh, so cool to know you feel the same way about packing cubes! It used to take me a week or so to unpack because of the daunting task of carrying those clothes in batches. Now, it's such a breeze!! Thank you, Beth. Enjoy the week ahead.

Tom Bland's avatar

I love your collages Stella, the use of color, mixture of textures, typographic elements, rough and clean edges. So good!

Stella Kalaw's avatar

Thank you, Tom. I appreciate it! I hope to do more analog collages this year, at least that's my intention. It's a sure way for me reduce my time in front of the screen.

Laura B.'s avatar

Welcome home and I’m glad you gave yourself some time to rest! These collages are lovely, as usual, Stella.

Stella Kalaw's avatar

Thank you, Laura! I appreciate it. Wishing you a meaningful year ahead.

Juliette's avatar

Love them Stella! My favorite is the second one. Cohesive yet plays. Welcome home.

Stella Kalaw's avatar

Thank you, Juliette! I wasn't sure about the 2nd one so I'm glad you liked it. Just goes to show that it's alright to share even when I'm in doubt.

Lara Lozano's avatar

It was so nice seeing you for dinner and sharing memories and experiences on Marica. I will treasure the note card you gave, your photos are a real gift. Maybe one day you can have an exhibit in Manila : )

Stella Kalaw's avatar

So good to see you and the rest of the SOS group. Re: exhibit. I hope so too. It's been over 10 years since I had my last one. We shall see... Hope it'll be a combination of my photographs and collages, something to also honor Ate Marica.

Manuela Thames's avatar

Glad you made it back safely. Love packing cubes. :)