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    I love to travel but packing gives me the heebie-jeebies. I worry about what to pack, how many changes of clothes to carry, and whether I’ve forgotten to put something on the list.  All said and done, there are a few accessories I can’t do without when I embark on a journey.  Handbag – You would usually find me with a roomy handbag slung over my shoulder which holds my wallet, cosmetics that I may use on the journey, my beloved cell phone, a book and medication, that could be required while travelling or at the destination. Cell phone – My cell phone goes almost everywhere that I go. A trip without a cell phone would be unpardonable. My phone will hold memories I make on my vacations, including interesting sights and sounds.  …It is an accessory that I cannot do without. Travel pouch – A travel pouch will hold hair care essentials, skincare essentials, an extra comb, a toothbrush some junk jewellery. Despite my best efforts, I usually forget so...

  One fine morning, I decided to get down to cleaning and decluttering stuff that lay beneath my bed. It was a task that I had procrastinated for far too long. I went down on my fours, pulling out dusty boxes and clearing cobwebs. As I pulled out and went through the boxes, I felt a huge wave of nostalgia wash over me. Each box held items that connected me to my past. Cards, letters, diaries, clothing and other memorabilia.   My mind drifted back to friendships that had shaped my life. Some have fallen by the wayside and some still thrived. One particular friendship stood out from among the rest. Despite the miles that separate us, Celia remains a close friend and confidante. We’ve shared so much. Lost in my reverie, I stumbled upon a neatly wrapped brown paper package. My excitement is akin to an athlete approaching his finish line. I tore open the wrapping and heard myself squealing loudly in delight as I gazed at what lay before me. My husband asked me if I’d found a ...

    Sustainable fashion or slow fashion brands adhere to ethical practices in sourcing, production, distribution and marketing of their products to reduce the environmental impact on our planet and promote ethical fashion. Sustainable fashion aims to reduce the amount of clothing dumped into landfills. This can be achieved by supporting circular economy skills where clothing is designed to be reused, repaired or recycled. Consumers in turn can do their bit to practice sustainability in fashion by adopting the following:     Quality over Quantity – Buy fewer but good quality clothes from brands that use eco-friendly fabrics, and opt for versatile items, that can be mixed and matched. It would also be a good idea to declutter your wardrobe by selling or donating clothes you no longer use. Good quality clothes may come with a higher price tag but will work to the consumers' advantage in the long run. Some eco-friendly fabrics are organic cotton, recycled cotton,...