Creative Announcements

Friends asked me to take pictures for their "we're-expecting" announcement - really fun! Avid cyclist, I love how they incorporated their passion in this card:

The Beatnik is Recession Proof

Embrace your inner Beatnik. Gather friends, poetry books, mulled wine and explore the emotive world of the written word. (aka, embrace your inner geek)

My favorite poem from such a recent event, "The Cave Woman" by Colleen.

...Me pretend lady.
Man fall for it.
Me win.
Ugh.

To read the entire poem.

The One-for-One deal you can't pass up

The last time you visited the mall, did you feel fulfilled? I'm guessing not...especially after you looked at your bank balance. Enter TOM's Shoes. For every pair of shoes you purchase, TOM's gives a pair away to a child in need. Learn more about this incredible company's story. Now you can make a difference with one simple purchase:

Silver Glitter $54

I love my new TOM's. They're comfy, fashionable & best of all--they have a story worth telling.

Black Canvas $44

(Photo's by Amanda, of her actual shoes)

From Blah to Beautiful...a shoe tale

What do you do with a boring 'ole pair of pumps? Play with super glue, feathers & faux jewels, of course!

(Photo's by Amanda, Oct 2009)

I need to find a better adhesive or invest in tools for this type of project (especially, if I'm going to brave wearing these out in the rain). Suggestions?

She's back!

This time using Qwest wireless modem. Hopefully, this works out better than Clearwire!

Designer Denim Sale

Calling all you fashionistas! I'll be heading over to the annual Warehouse Sale at the Seattle Exhibition Center (near McCaw Hall) October 31st. My sister and I went last year and found super-fabulous jeans! Check it out.

FYI--The dressing rooms are divided men/women, but they are just wide open spaces (as the song goes) behind a curtain.

It's been a week!

My Clearwire internet modem broke a week ago. *gasp* If it wasn't for iPhone, I don't know what I'd do. Okay, fine, I'd probably get more reading done. One of my technically proficient friends is taking a look at the modem to see if it's salvageable. Well, that's my excuse for being behind in my blog posts. It's a good one, eh? ;)

PS. Would I recommend Clearwire? Maybe. It's very portable and has worked ok for internet browsing. Online streaming can be a test of patience. I'm almost hoping I'll get to move on to something a bit speedier.

Huh?

I get...

Mother Teresa
Doctors Without Borders
Martin Luther King, Jr
The Red Cross
Elie Wiesel
Nelson Mandela
Wangari Maathai
Shirin Ebadi
and a host of others.

Today I'm just confused.

33.5 Inches

Enough said. I focused on finding classic (or quirky) children's' literature at the bi-annual Friends of the Seattle Public Library book sale. I went on Friday night for the member's only preview* and then again on Sunday morning.

*Membership cost $15 a year if you pay in advance. There is a 25 book limit during the member's only preview, but it's nice to get "first dibs" on the books you want.

For my fellow bibliophiles:

The sale takes place every April & September.

Most books are $1 each.

The sale includes a similar variety as you'd find at your local library (because these books come from your local library *sticking out tongue*).

The book sale takes place in a large warehouse with tables full of books & crowded with people. I recommend NOT taking your children, wearing comfortable shoes and bringing bags to carry around your new-found treasures.

For more information: http://friendsofspl.org/booksale.aspx

Rembering 9/11

"America has its faults as a society, as we have ours.

But I think of the Union of America born out of the defeat of slavery.

I think of its Constitution, with its inalienable rights granted to every citizen still a model for the world.

I think of a black man, born in poverty, who became chief of their armed forces and is now secretary of state Colin Powell and I wonder frankly whether such a thing could have happened here.

I think of the Statue of Liberty and how many refugees, migrants and the impoverished passed its light and felt that if not for them, for their children, a new world could indeed be theirs.

I think of a country where people who do well, don't have questions asked about their accent, their class, their beginnings but have admiration for what they have done and the success they've achieved.

I think of those New Yorkers I met, still in shock, but resolute; the fire fighters and police, mourning their comrades but still head held high."

--British Prime Minister Tony Blair

I'm a big fan of:

Calvin Klein - Electric Edge Liquid Liner Marker Pen

LUSH - Godiva Solid Shampoo

Jonathan - Spray Dirt

Someday practice will make perfect...until then

The latest project - a rectangular, monogrammed tablecloth & 8 napkins for my brother & sister-in-law. I bought the fabric last year with them in mind :)

As if soccer wasn't fun enough....

Seattle vs. Toronto...and THE hairdo

(Photo's by Amanda, Aug 2009)

Fall is (nearly) here!

You know what I love the most about Fall? Boots, sweaters, warm beverages, cozy blankets & brisk walks. And hopefully these new boots I just ordered from Endless.


















I'm on the lookout for another pair of boots (flats, leather, over the knee, in gray or tan) to complete my wardrobe. Ahh....how I love Fall ;)

September - Prostate Cancer Awareness Month!

Better safe, than sorry.

Make prostate cancer something to talk about.

For more info.