The other morning, Ana asked me to wake her up at 7 a.m. because the contractor was coming at 9. Naturally, my brain went straight into logic mode: Two hours? For what?! She’s not driving anywhere. A quick shower, a cup of coffee and boom: she’s ready to roll. Thirty...
In Memory of Ozzy Osbourne – 1948–2025 July was another month at full speed — hot, humid, dusty, and chaotic here at the Tampa headquarters of the Magalhães household. Nothing too different from the Brazilian craziness I share with you every month. But despite the...
It’s no secret: I love the color orange. I wear orange sneakers. My wallet has orange accents. Heck, even Shades In Place rocks orange in its branding. But wearing orange on my face? That might’ve been a stretch. Still, while shopping for new glasses (thanks to Father...
It was January 2023. I had just returned from Brazil: sunny days, family, laughter, grilled meat, and caipirinhas. I was full of warmth—physically, emotionally, and culturally. My tank was topped off. Then came Boston. The cold hit differently that day. The wind...
Hello, window lovers! If this is your first time reading We Dress Naked Windows, welcome to the party! This is where we answer the top five (sometimes more, because I like to talk) most common questions about window treatments—with a little Brazilian zest, humor, and...
