fulfilling a promise
I have a very loose sense of time. Anyone who has spent much time with me knows this, and it often causes friction among family members for whom time is of the utmost importance--namely, my father and my husband. I have been thinking about this a lot lately because I am curious as to how this quality was fostered in me and because it has often been brought to my attention--by my father and my husband.
I am specifically thinking about this right now because about a month ago (sheesh--I can't believe it has been that long already!) I made a promise to a dear soul that I would write about his store in Los Angeles in exchange for a deal on a few fabulous items I purchased there. So, here I sit, writing now, about Bohac and Tara Home, in order to fulfill a promise--which I take much more seriously than time, apparently.
While we were in LA last month, I had an afternoon to myself, and I SO enjoyed it! (By the way--I need to remember how much I enjoy afternoons to myself and have them more often.) I spent some time driving through Silver Lake--a neighborhood which would have to be my home if I were to ever consider living in LA proper--and the Hollywood Hills. I spent some time walking near the Silver Lake reservoir, and I also spent time walking Melrose. I stopped at a few stores which are favorites of mine for good deals and beautiful items. One of those was Bohac--an eclectic mix of beautiful imported fabrics and home furnishings and accessories, Eastern-influenced jewelry, and bohemian clothing and fashion accessories. I always find something I want in my home or closet when I go to Bohac. A couple of years ago, my bro took me there to buy me a gorgeous beaded bracelet that still attracts compliments whenever I wear it.
This time, I walked away with some gifts for all my peeps at work here, beautiful sari curtains for our home, and two gorgeous scarves--one silk and one rayon. I had to seriously hold myself back from lugging home some amazing floor and roll pillows for our living room! It would be dangerous if I lived any closer to Bohac than I do. Not to mention its older sister, Tara Home. The spirit with which both businesses are run is inspiring. Check out their mission statement:
"It is our mission to search the world for objects, furniture and textiles which vibrate with the frequency of sacredness, love and upliftment." (from Tara Home's website: http://tara-home.com)
That really resonates for me and makes me feel happy about supporting their business! My tour guide and answerer of all questions that day at Bohac was Siri Darshan--an amazing person with a beautiful demeanor.
So, all this to say, check 'em out! If you are in LA, definitely stop by and say hi to Siri. And shop there!! I have no doubt you'll find some beautiful items for your home.