Monthly Archives: January 2011

An open thank you letter to Amazon.com

Last week I came across a horribly depressing realization- I no longer owned shoes with traction. With a snowstorm of epic proportions on the way and disaster imminent- I did what a sane person would do in similarly dire situations… … Continue reading

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A Pirate’s Life For Me

I’ve always admired the bohemian look but could never pull off the windswept scarves and full-length skirts that evoke a care-free attitude. That’s reserved for the Jack Sparrow’s of the world and I gave up smoking years ago. However, I’m … Continue reading

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All you need is a mini bar.

As a child my greatest pride was owning every piece of Kitchen Littles known to man. For those of you who are not familiar with Kitchen Littles, they were a line of teensy plastic foods and kitchen appliances that were … Continue reading

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January can be a cruel bitch.

Let’s face it: winter sucks. You’re cold, you’re wet, and more often than not you’re pissed off at the elements. While one may argue that you can’t hold snow and sleet against Mother Nature, it’s your G-d given right to … Continue reading

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I wonder how many calories there are in glitter.

This short video done by Ely Kim and commissioned by Kate Spade is pretty freaking adorable. However, it begs the question of how much glitter one can eat before becoming violently ill. It reminds me of the time Jessica Simpson … Continue reading

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Picture Perfect

When I first stumbled across these pictures from The NY Times it looked like the most enchanting and idyllic scene…until I read the accompanying article. Sandra Foster refurbished and decorated a tiny 9 x 14 foot cottage in the Catskills … Continue reading

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TDM > TFM

For those of you who are unaware, TFM or Total Frat Move is one of the most beautiful web sites in existence. A friend told me about it during co-op, and I will always be grateful for the referral. It’s … Continue reading

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Thesis Excerpt

Here’s a quick excerpt from my senior thesis, If I Have A Social Disease It’s Only Because I’m Popular. It’s understandably from the chapter on suburbia, and unfortunately not completely autobiographical. The Suburban Childhood: A Timeline Birth. You are born … Continue reading

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WWBD: What Would Blair Do.

As fetishes go, bows really aren’t that bad. I take great pride in accessorizing like a five year old with a bank account and penchant for flavored vodka. It’s always heartening to see bows gracing more high end products, such … Continue reading

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Ikea: Swedish for Ironic Presentations

There’s something magical about Ikea. The fluorescently lit show rooms. The amusing and unpronouceable Swedish words that probably translate into obscenities. The fifty cent hot dogs and dollar frozen yogurts that have constituted many of my nutritionally balanced dinners. While … Continue reading

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