Hello beautiful ladies!

It's true, I've been out of touch!

Actually, I've been feeling so-so, just like the weather! Some days I wake up full of energy and desire, other days it rains, forget it, I immediately lose all my drive! A lot happened in these two weeks I was absent, Mother's Day, for example, and I didn't even come here to say anything, my fault! The more observant ones have already noticed that I've been posting some more professional photos and that's what I want to tell you about!

Well, I decided that since the weather isn't helping for outdoor photography, I called Tiago, a 5-star professional, and with all the patience in the world he spent almost a whole day photographing me (what patience for both of us!).

Joana was coordinating the scene and in the end we had a lot of fun. I think the result was quite positive, even.

I tried to take a lot of ceremony and summer photos too, and of course I loved taking the more relaxed photos. I love summer and the heat and wearing those fitted clothes. I felt much lighter and imagined myself on vacation (which I really need).

During the week, we'll be posting the photos. Even my Valentina got 5 minutes of fame. It turned out really cool!

We've been in the Backoffice putting ideas on the table, revitalizing the website itself. It will have new categories. We've been studying what you really like and what you need right now (I already know it's sun!). In addition, we are creating a folder of loyal customers over the years, who deserve all our attention and affection.

I reiterate that you, for us, are not just another number. Although I don't know you personally, you are like family!

Once again, this week we had an international visit. Dear customers from Switzerland, it's always so good to receive this wonderful affection, it brings tears to my eyes.

There are really wonderful people, I love it.

Other news or gossip: my town's festival, Sr. de Matosinhos, every year there are more people, and excursions come from many places just for the festival. Incredible!

Matosinhos is getting more and more crowded with national and international tourists. Spectacular, if only the store movement were like that, that would be something!

This weekend was the festival fireworks and thousands of people came from all over. A true pilgrimage, after all, new generations like traditions. I'm happy! So, girls, until June 2nd, whoever wants to meet or visit us, still gets a free ride on the bumper cars. LOL

Changing the subject, every week keep an eye on the website. There will be Happy Hours, 1 hour of unique opportunities, unique pieces at fantastic prices.

Another habit we will create, all with you in mind, of course!

This week promises to be sunny and good weather. God grant it's here to stay, because in the middle of May, snow in the highlands is something! Let's pray that it's true!

Almost finishing, I cannot fail to mention the instant success of our Joana on VDR's live broadcast. We received many messages praising our girl, who is up for anything and everything, with a great sense of humor and always ready to do different things. Thank you, Joana!

All that's left is to thank you for this little moment and for always being with me!

Although it's a holiday here in Matosinhos, we will be working. At the very least, another live broadcast!

A very big kiss to your hearts.

With love,

Carla Valente