June 16th, 2010
Lessons in Economics
My 2nd grade twins are learning economics in class already! They asked me to come in to speak to the class about my business in the context of what they were learning: producer-processor-distributor-consumer relationships. When we talked about the rose growers (one girl asked whether the line was pesticide-free, and was not tested on animals, and I assured her this was the case - so cool and savvy)! We folded shipping boxes, and they learned about the significance of each person’s role in bringing a product to market. These children were wild with wonder, and so deeply interested in the process. They asked terrific, inspiring questions. I recognized a number of spirited future entrepreneurs.
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May 19th, 2010
Mothers have carried their kids for centuries - both in a literal and proverbial sense. We pick them up. We tote the endless items we need for them. We carry their pains, both physical and emotional, and we “carry” them with our support. Your Mother’s turn never ends. It is always her turn to be carried. Stop to realize that this relationship is a perpetual see-saw: basque in the joy of caring for others.
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January 27th, 2010
February is definitely one of my favorite months. Both my sister (whom I perpetually trail after in an uncontrollable fit of laughter) and my husband (lovable, and deserving of adoration) were both born in this wonderful month - so, to my mind, it is fitting to devote a day mid-month on which to ponder & commemorate Love.
I have never held back from expressing myself visually (though my Mother used to warn me about using my forehead and mouth with such extreme & frequent movement). I simply cannot help it. We are feeling beings, able to communicate through universal visual cues beyond language. I do not want to freeze my skin, so that you cannot discern my emotions. Grow old gracefully, yet with unrelenting emotion (just stick to our Anti-Wrinkle Serum)!
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December 26th, 2009
Duchess Marden featured in Elle Germany
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December 23rd, 2009
I wanted to share this heart-felt hand-written testimonial that we received from a devoted fan of Duchess Marden’s products. We encourage you to do the same, and will send you a surprise full-size gift if we publish yours!
Delighting in the Neck & Décolleté Serum
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October 2nd, 2009
Many of you have noticed this recent trend towards growing your own food. I am delightfully in the thick of this, having created a delectable organic garden. The newest addition is our recent acquisition - three lovely chickens. Cochin Bantams make great pets, as they are smaller than other chickens. For lunch and dinner, I visit my garden, pick some fresh vegetables. Soon, I will be able to wander over to see if any of the hens have laid new eggs (we have a few months yet). I am told that the eggs taste better from “home-raised” chickens. I like to feed them a mix of flax, chia, and sesame seeds with a bit of grated coconut. Imagine, like your children, knowing what they are eating, and having some control over this. What they ingest is what we ingest (please re-read this several times). Remember the saying, you are what you eat (and what you rub on your skin as well, of course, as we are porous)!
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June 14th, 2009
We at Duchess Marden Love aloe, abundant in products such as our hydrating masque, aloe is a wonderful skin remedy! It soothes the skin, helps with collagen and elastin repair, heals scars, helps with sun and windburn, and relieves minor burns and skin irritations.
I recently discovered Aloe Vera “Tea in a Jar,” which is high in minerals (calcium and others) and vitamins (such as B), helps with internal cleansing & digestion, strengthens the immune system, and increases energy levels.
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May 31st, 2009
It is vital to have a constant channel for creative inspiration. I find that as often as possible, when I can experience human nature through art, architecture, music, or an amalgamation of visions through an event such as The Maker Faire, I am transformed and transported.
It is as pragmatists that we communicate in a comprehensible manner. It is as dreamers that we captivate.
Entranced at the Maker Faire
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May 19th, 2009
On a glorious sunny afternoon this past Saturday, Duchess Marden sponsored an event for Teens Turning Green/Teens for Safe Cosmetics with an awe-inspiring speech from Summer Rayne Oakes. She spoke about her career history, not only as a model on the fashion front, but as a model citizen with gumption. Her take away message: be steadfast in representing what you believe in. I was impressed to learn that she had turned away a six figure contract to represent a cosmetics company who refused to divulge their ingredients. She is earnest, and anything but opportunistic. You will undoubtedly enjoy her new book
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May 19th, 2009
My husband david and I after seven seasons just started watching American Idol. Instead of watching the season finale, I was working on our new blog. David said he would keep taking photos of me and posting them until I sat down with a cup of tea to watch Adam and Kris.
I think he is still just bitter that Danny Gokey, from his home town of Milwaukee lost out.
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