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Fashion Friday:: Spiky Shoes

I think I'm in a bad mood today. I've been a little extra sassy/violent this morning but have yet to punch someone in the face. This is how ridiculous today is... I'm waiting until after 10:30 am to go to the library because I have a strange craving for breakfast at McDonald's (gross, I know) but don't want to compromise all those gym minutes this week in a moment of rampant crankiness. If I owned a pair of these shoes I'd be appropriately attired for my day (groceries and library and article writing for YabYum and tantrums).

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For the Home:: A Sanctuary for Dreaming

The monsoons invigorated my dreams but have since passed. If I didn't have so much to do during the day I would definitely devote more time to napping perchance to dream. Sadly, life tends to interfere with my ideal sleep allotment.

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Not Food Monday

I am holding strong to my decision to no longer cook. I only make rice and vegetables and tortillas and cereal and turkey sandwiches. Ta-da. My Monday food-related post needs to be replaced with something else. I don't know what yet but I'm open to suggestions. Here's all I've come up with so far...

Creepy Doll Picture Monday?

The name is a little awkward, I'll give you that, but this has some real potential.

Partially Eaten Meals Monday?
Same problem as the first, slightly less potential.

Pensive Pictures of My Friends Monday?
This might be the winner... probably just have to wait and see if my friends feel victimized by my art.

a moment of zen

Think of all the places you haven't seen yet.

Cherry Blossom Walk, Sakura, Japan

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Art Day:: La Luna

Catrin Welz-Stein

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Fashion Friday:: Bangs, the Eternal Question

I would like to appear as if all my concerns are worthy of deliberation but my overarching commitment to authenticity dictates otherwise. That being said, my concern of the day (aside from the continually present issues of world hunger, economic disparity, the looming presence of death, etc.) is whether or not to grow out my bangs. Input is always appreciated and need not be limited to bangs but can address what this concern means for my soul. 

But, seriously, bangs frame the face. They're really important.

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For the Home:: Checklisting to Success

I have a heck of a time keeping track of the tasks I want to get done. Perhaps because my mother never provided me with such task handy options as a child, I've come to rely on them as an adult. This is a great website that allows you to customize your own list (in case "make bed" isn't on your list). 

click here to get your very own checklist

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Mid-Week Motivation:: Nature

Nature is a great motivator. Phoenicians tend to lose sight of this during the harsh months of summer. A sojourn can remind one that the natural world doesn't always involve heat exhaustion. 

Randomness:: Travel Tips

When traveling, I'm decidedly of the philosophy that the less money spent on the room, the more time spent on the town. Consequently, this was the central aesthetic feature of our hotel during the last weekend's road trip. The room was clean, the town was great. What more do you need? A flower fountain? Yep... clean room, quaint town, flower fountain.