On this season’s America’s Next Top Model, Cycle 14, host Tyra Banks wears a jumpsuit to each elimination round. So I thought I’d follow suit–all puns intended–and feature it in today’s FIMTSO episode. Just for giggles, instead of doing looks by occasion I’m going to see if I can do it by season! I’m pressed for time so will try …
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For days when I’m a bit jammed for time I’ll update my blog with Instant Gratification Items (“IGI”) that I pick up here or there in my pathetic attempt at a shopping ban. We can treat this both as a third of my series (besides the ongoing FIMTSO and FWTWYL series) and a challenge of sorts. Let’s just say these …
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April 18 Is Now And Forever Mother’s Day
Exactly one year ago today I blogged about the arrival of my third niece. She’s since been promoted from the gạo to Lil A, though at the rate she’s growing, she’ll soon be Med A. She’s currently on her world tour and spending our birthday weekend with her maternal grandparents. I won’t get to see her for a bit longer …
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Larkie 0, Volcano 1
So the last 36 hours have been a total scramble for me. I was supposed to have company from Belgium starting today for 2 weeks, but Volcano Eyjafjallajökull sneezed and all my plans disintegrated into ashes. Larkie 0, Volcano 1. At midnight last night I was still on the phone trying to help reschedule flights, and as of this Saturday …
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Is The Shoe Department Recession-proof?
It’s tax day here in the US and what better way to diffuse the pain of getting socked by Uncle Sam than a little retail therapy? As expected, very little foot traffic at the stores but tons of customer service. I see lots of fashionistas loitering as opposed to buying; we are all anxious for sale season to start. It …