Strappity-Do-Pets

We have a soft spot for four-legged furry creatures in our office. Katy - an oversized, pear-shaped, smokey gray fuzzball cat - chose me as the object of her relentless charms, spurning my cat-owner co-workers, in favor of my polite indifference. I suspect now this made me a most appealing challenge.

Shamelessly, she wooed me with pretty purrs and tender cat kisses, making Shelli (her true mistress) laugh and marvel. She stationed herself on my desk, under my desk, and in my chair to welcome me each day, and to stake her claim on me. Mind you - there are two other cats, with equally strong and distinct personalities, who roam and rule our quarters ... but that is another story. Yes, she even staged some rather impressive, yet harmless, cat fights over who could climb into my computer tote and large purse on the floor beside my desk.

Without my consent or permission, she claimed me - helping herself to the homemade pasta lunch on my desk when I wasn't looking, sprawling across my computer keyboard to assert her importance above my work, and draping herself in my lap in a lazy splendour, until my legs went numb, self-satisfied that I dared not rouse her. 

Katy makes herself so lovable I want to hug her - with sloppy abandon and reckless love - like she's my dog, Roscoe. Then I look into those coy green eyes and refrain ... instead, offering affections carefully ... awaiting her permission - which she always grants.

Historic Inauguration Day

Here it is:  Barack Obama’s Inauguration Day.  We will have the rest of our lives to share what we were doing January 20, 2009 - the day world history was made! 

Around the world, not just in the USA, people of all religions, colors and ages are anticipating this new beginning.  We now know that anything can happen. 

Spirits are high and our fellow human beings are feeling collaborative.

It’s the first day in a new era of yes’s.  Don’t miss your opportunity to affect the launch of a renewed optimism on this day of global significance.

Take inspiration in the fact that a multi-racial, multi-cultural man has become president of the United States, and recognize how our small, but growing, company of American women is making an important contribution by creating American jobs while extending a hand to our sister human beings 2500 miles away.  We are being born into a new economic boom – let’s stay awake for it.

Shelli Styles-Gaviria

Founder, Strappity-Do-Da

Steelers v Cardinals - Show Your Support!

Tampa-bound, first-timer Cardinals or veteran Steelers, Super Bowl XLIII buzz is abuzz amongst bettors, fans and media as to Who, How and How Big the win will be. If you were on the edge of your seat watching the playoffs, just imagine what you have to look forward to in two weeks!

If you're one of the lucky ladies heading to Raymond James Stadium on February 1, you'll want to soak up some sun AND show your support in a whole new way - with Strappity-Do-Das (TM) in Cardinal Red & White or Steelers Black & Gold! Show your true colors for team spirit while you stroll the city and cheer from the stands.

If you're not flying south, you can still show your support at Super Bowl parties. Strappitys have been tested by national sports dance teams with two thumbs up for comfort and durability, so they can surely stand up to some fan frenzy.

Strappity's Super Bowl Special offers your choice of a 10% discount (promo code: 10percent) or free shipping (promo code: PRE1018).

Do-Da-Divas

Fun is what it's all about. Who can't take a minute to have a laugh? Wannabe Do-Da-Divas stepped up to the plate and into the frame.  Take a peek at their pictures!

Snowbird Alert!

Brrr! Winter snow and ice storms are driving some lucky Snowbirds south ... to Florida, Mexico, or anywhere with sun, sand & water ... anywhere ELSE. Are you prepared? Here are a few tips to make the most of your winter getaway.

1. Get a base tan. You don't want to show up with winter white skin blending into white sand. And who has time to waste with a burn and blotchy peeling skin? Better book a couple of short session in the tanning bed before you go.

2. BYOE (Bring Your Own Everything) - why leave anything to chance? Bring your tried 'n true beauty creams & lotions, pefect fit bathing suit & party dresses, so you can be in total control of how fabulous you look. Be sure to leave some room in your luggage for fun finds.

3. Beach Bling - show off your sun-kissed shoulders apres-sun. Let the Silver Eyelet Strappity shimmer on browned skin with a simple white tank. Or sparkle while you sun - subsititute bikini straps with Strappitys to match your suit. Or Strappity a strapless dress to shine on the dance floor all night long.

Have fun & Happy Strappity!