Jul 21, 2010

Supermodel Girl Crush #1


Estelle circa 1985
my first supermodel girl crush - note pin holes in the corners

Jul 20, 2010

There's something about Lou Reed's voice that makes me want to snuggle





Quote of the Week - Robert Mitchum

mom, marilyn, billy, dolaine, dennis

There isn't any way to win but there's a way to lose more slowly.

Jul 19, 2010

a found letter

tom robbins

letter found in a thrift store First Edition of
Skinny Legs and All
dated May 1990

Tom Robbins is not my favourite author (neither is Jack Kerouac) but I've read all his books. I started with Another Roadside Attraction solely for the reason it was the title of the Tragically Hip's (hello Gord Downie!) now defunct traveling music and arts festival. Skinny Legs and All
was my next venture. I think I remember this one because I read it in the early 90s and although the prose irritated me the vibe had a personal sense of familiarity. Yes, I'm proud to have slept in fields and hung out at the Cottonwood Market helping friends sell burlap and vintage upholstery bags.

My favourite Hip album:


Road Apples

of course I can't resist Bobcaygeon, Wheat Kings, or Scared...

Last Weekend on the Turntable


1994

Jul 16, 2010

Vintage Emanuel Ungaro

1980
French Vogue

Jul 15, 2010

Design Lover - Vintage Sony Table Radio

vintage sony stereo
From my private collection
circa 1970s

Jul 14, 2010

Tip of the Week - The Appetizer Plate


An hors d'oeuvres plate is small for a reason.






Jul 13, 2010

Quote of the Week - Susie Tompkins Buell

my baby shower - my mom's the one with the corsage

You may well change your clothes from season to season, but I don't think confident women change their style. Style is connected to your values.
Susie Tompkins Buell co-founder Esprit

Old Fashioned Granola Recipe