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The Gail is our latest women’s timepiece, built and named in honor of Emily T Gail<\/a>, the founder of the 1970s Detroit movement “Say nice things about Detroit.” In the 70s and 80s as people across the country had taken to bad mouthing Detroit, Emily created the ultimate word-of-mouth movement to not only combat negative perceptions of the city, but promote a renewed sense of pride in its residents. Her idea rings true today, across the country, there’s never been a better time to say nice things. <\/p>\n

We were inspired by Emily’s movement and asked members of #TeamShinola to “say nice things” about their moms for Mother’s Day<\/a>. We asked the question: ‘What is one nice thing you’d like to share about your mom?’ and then asked for a photo too. We hope you read the stories below and are encouraged to say nice things about both your own town and the woman who raised you. <\/p>\n

Pooja Kamani<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n

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“If there\u2019s one thing my mom has taught me, it is to take a step back and enjoy life \u2014 she has taught me to immerse myself in every experience and take time to enjoy the moment. This picture (below) is 5 years old but one of my favorites, capturing us doing just that after pulling over to pick some mangos fresh off a tree in Hawaii.”<\/p>\n

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Katherine Chapman<\/span><\/p>\n

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“My mom taught me the power of selfless, unconditional love. She absorbs all of our worries, and by doing that she makes us instantly feel better. The pride she beams when we accomplish anything makes the achievement so much sweeter. There has never been a life event I didn\u2019t want to share with her first. Everyone should have someone who loves them and likes them, flaws and all.”<\/p>\n