Giraffes
In
Russia
Always
Fight
For
Everything
This new tank top from American Rag, reminds me of that for some reason . . .
Sunday, September 16, 2012
Giraffes in Russia
Giraffes
In
Russia
Always
Fight
For
Everything
This new tank top from American Rag, reminds me of that for some reason . . .
Saturday, September 15, 2012
Saturday Adventures at Target & Elsewhere (but mostly at Target)
I had some fun documenting my Saturday adventures with some low quality phone pictures. Thought it would be fun to share.
I started out planning to go to the library (partly as an excuse to take my new brown boots for a test drive!), which is near the Target. So I decided I'd stop by to get a poster hanger if they were not too pricey. On my way out the door, Dad asks if by the way I can pick up a part to the edger/trimmer/weed-wacker-thing/his-new-favorite-toy? So I head to Home Depot first.
Home Depot was super fast. I impressed myself by finding the item in question all by myself and in about three minutes. Strangely though, there was only one cashier open on the complete opposite end of the store. So I ended up walking the length of the store twice (once to check out and once to get back the car).
Next stop: Target. The other reason I wanted to got to Target was to see if they had any of the new Kirna Zabete collection. I've been eyeing these items online, but I wanted to see them in person if I could. Price is an issue for me for most of the pieces, but I was somewhat interested in the pink or blue long sleeves and dresses done with stripes and kiss patterns (I dig lips/kiss patterns). I didn't have high hopes that everything I was interested in would be at the local Target, because clothing-wise, it's usually a big disappointment.
As I suspected, there wasn't much. But the blue dress was there. I decided not to get it given the price, quality, and the fact that I'm not totally sold on the sheer ruffle on the bottom. I would have been interested in the kiss-patterned scarf, but it wasn't anyplace to be seen. I did however get the red lips ring, which I love. (Talked myself out of getting the bracelet.) I also found another ring set on clearance. There was a lot of jewelry on clearance; I nearly bought 5-8 things, but settled for just the one ring. Come to think of it, most of my favorite casual, day-to-day rings were all bought on clearance at Target!
I started out planning to go to the library (partly as an excuse to take my new brown boots for a test drive!), which is near the Target. So I decided I'd stop by to get a poster hanger if they were not too pricey. On my way out the door, Dad asks if by the way I can pick up a part to the edger/trimmer/weed-wacker-thing/his-new-favorite-toy? So I head to Home Depot first.
Home Depot was super fast. I impressed myself by finding the item in question all by myself and in about three minutes. Strangely though, there was only one cashier open on the complete opposite end of the store. So I ended up walking the length of the store twice (once to check out and once to get back the car).
Next stop: Target. The other reason I wanted to got to Target was to see if they had any of the new Kirna Zabete collection. I've been eyeing these items online, but I wanted to see them in person if I could. Price is an issue for me for most of the pieces, but I was somewhat interested in the pink or blue long sleeves and dresses done with stripes and kiss patterns (I dig lips/kiss patterns). I didn't have high hopes that everything I was interested in would be at the local Target, because clothing-wise, it's usually a big disappointment.
As I suspected, there wasn't much. But the blue dress was there. I decided not to get it given the price, quality, and the fact that I'm not totally sold on the sheer ruffle on the bottom. I would have been interested in the kiss-patterned scarf, but it wasn't anyplace to be seen. I did however get the red lips ring, which I love. (Talked myself out of getting the bracelet.) I also found another ring set on clearance. There was a lot of jewelry on clearance; I nearly bought 5-8 things, but settled for just the one ring. Come to think of it, most of my favorite casual, day-to-day rings were all bought on clearance at Target!Poem: the eagles' nest
Started doing some poetry work today. This one came to me only this morning. Inspired by Baker Tower, for those who'll get that reference.
It's just a first draft, with some small revisions, for now. I'm pretty sure that I'm going to be making some changes (I've moved the 3rd and 4th stanzas around so many times already!). I really don't have an intellectual understanding of structure or rhythm, but I'd like to. So I might contemplate this poem in that regard again. I'm also still articulating to myself what this is about, and that usually means there will be stuff I'll eliminate later to achieve greater unity or I'll flesh out the imagery in a more meaningful way. But for now . . .
"the eagles' nest"
we had a tower balcony
for one, two, three days
our eagles' nest
greyed and made of red hot stones
squinting
see just the lake
and the candied sky
the stone wasn't cold
but warm that day
we filled up space with our stretching arms
and throats
lifted higher
on budding, cherried summer breezes
hair-fluffed feathers upon our collars
barefeet
lichen against our backs
flashes of happy digital light in the night
and stars
and nothing but a fall to catch us
below
everything but holding hands
and singing "here we go round the mulberry bush"
my friends
it's all become solid
smiles in the memories
It's just a first draft, with some small revisions, for now. I'm pretty sure that I'm going to be making some changes (I've moved the 3rd and 4th stanzas around so many times already!). I really don't have an intellectual understanding of structure or rhythm, but I'd like to. So I might contemplate this poem in that regard again. I'm also still articulating to myself what this is about, and that usually means there will be stuff I'll eliminate later to achieve greater unity or I'll flesh out the imagery in a more meaningful way. But for now . . .
"the eagles' nest"
we had a tower balcony
for one, two, three days
our eagles' nest
greyed and made of red hot stones
squinting
see just the lake
and the candied sky
the stone wasn't cold
but warm that day
we filled up space with our stretching arms
and throats
lifted higher
on budding, cherried summer breezes
hair-fluffed feathers upon our collars
barefeet
lichen against our backs
flashes of happy digital light in the night
and stars
and nothing but a fall to catch us
below
everything but holding hands
and singing "here we go round the mulberry bush"
my friends
it's all become solid
smiles in the memories
Friday, September 14, 2012
Progress Report: mid-September
Earlier, I posted a list of goals to accomplish before next autumn. Here's an update on how I've been doing with them (well, some of them at least):
1-3 : Sewing, new job, move out
No progress. That's probably bad since these include two of my biggest goals. My sister bought me some books on finding a job. I should probably revisit them.
4 : Actually write something
I haven't settled on anything concrete, but I've had some inspiration lately and jotted down a couple ideas for stories. I need to get something concrete and simple I can work with. It's not realistic or even a good idea for me to start working on a novel, for example.
5 : Learn to iron
No progress. Pathetic.
6 : Plan Californian vacation
Began talks with some of my CA friends, in terms of when to visit. That's good. Haven't really been saving money though. That's bad.
7 : Improve photography
No progress.
8 : Learn Photoshop and/or InDesign.
Thought about taking a peak at photoshop at the office. Looked the Photoshop Elements website. That's all so far.
9 : Exercise
My goal for this month is to exercise at least 4 times a week for 30-40 min. I got 3 days in last week, and am planning on 4 this week. Right now I'm doing a combination of running and doing the New York Ballet DVD workouts. I really enjoy the ballet workouts. They really give your muscles a beating and the different exercises break up the monotony of exercising.
I've been trying to eat healthier, with healthy snacks instead of candy and staying hydrated, which is usually an important thing for me. I've been doing a pretty good job. Between this and the exercising, I may have lost 3 lbs. yay!
Unfortunately, my hip is doing something weird.
1-3 : Sewing, new job, move out
No progress. That's probably bad since these include two of my biggest goals. My sister bought me some books on finding a job. I should probably revisit them.
4 : Actually write something
I haven't settled on anything concrete, but I've had some inspiration lately and jotted down a couple ideas for stories. I need to get something concrete and simple I can work with. It's not realistic or even a good idea for me to start working on a novel, for example.
5 : Learn to iron
No progress. Pathetic.
6 : Plan Californian vacation
Began talks with some of my CA friends, in terms of when to visit. That's good. Haven't really been saving money though. That's bad.
7 : Improve photography
No progress.
8 : Learn Photoshop and/or InDesign.
Thought about taking a peak at photoshop at the office. Looked the Photoshop Elements website. That's all so far.
9 : Exercise
My goal for this month is to exercise at least 4 times a week for 30-40 min. I got 3 days in last week, and am planning on 4 this week. Right now I'm doing a combination of running and doing the New York Ballet DVD workouts. I really enjoy the ballet workouts. They really give your muscles a beating and the different exercises break up the monotony of exercising.
I've been trying to eat healthier, with healthy snacks instead of candy and staying hydrated, which is usually an important thing for me. I've been doing a pretty good job. Between this and the exercising, I may have lost 3 lbs. yay!
Unfortunately, my hip is doing something weird.
Monday, September 10, 2012
In the Papier: Wonderous Design (Vintage DC Comics, Part 4)
Finally installment of the DC Comics postcard:
I just appreciated the design of this card. The end.
I just appreciated the design of this card. The end.
Saturday, September 8, 2012
In the Papier: Doomed Young Love (Vintage DC Comics Part 3)
There are/were some pretty weird (and oh so stereotypical) comics for the ladies. The sad protagonists are losing in love. It's clobbering time on your self-esteem, girls! Come on, fork over the 15 cents for the latest issue! You know you want to!
Methinks it's time to give up on love.
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| Can any man be trusted???????? |
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| This is my favorite. Find out who wins: Groovy Girl or The Doormat! |
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| Even Supergirl's heart is broken. |
Methinks it's time to give up on love.
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