Happy Easter

Have a lovely Easter everyone!

Cultural Weekend?

One of my (many) New Years Resolutions, was to see more live theatre in H-town this year. We have exceptional talent in this city, and all of our theatres can use our moral (and especially financial) support now more than ever. Every now and then I get to see a show that is so raw, so real, it blows me away and makes me remember why I became a theatre buff in the first place. Last weekend I had the immense pleasure of previewing Sam Shepard's True West with Pendulum Theatre Company. I've seen True West performed multiple times over the years, and this is the first time that I have seen a company capture the true spirit of Shepard's vision. The icing on the cake for me was that each $10 ticket comes with free spirits. Theatre and wine, my two favorite things in one place? Ahh happiness. It's playing through April 10th, so be sure to check it out!

Midtown Art Center. 8 p.m. Fridays and Saturdays. Through April 10. 3414 La Branch For information, call 832-746-7347 or visit www.pendulumtheatre.com. $10.

J. Crew for Maternity April 2010

Since everyone seems to love my posts where I point out which J. Crew pieces could be used for maternity, I am updating it with new pieces for April.

 Shirred Racer Back Gown, $78

There are a couple new colors of the tissue pleated tee, $45.

Luxe Terry Un-Sweatpants. I haven't worn sweats since middle school, so I'm not loving these. But a lot of women live in sweats while they are pregnant. Just wear them pushed under your belly. The slim fit will keep you from looking like a slob.  $59.50

Lena Isle Dress, $59.50

Lilac Showers Shift Dress. I read somewhere that the dress is looser than it seems in the picture. $59.99

When is J. Crew going to realize that there is a real market for maternity. A lot of women are addicted to J. Crew and loathe giving up the brand while they are pregnant.

A Very Little Warrior

A Very Little Warrior - 720p version from gombabacsi on Vimeo.

A short video about a very tiny knight in a very big world. It's a cute video to show the kiddies when you need to entertain them for a few minutes. And you can play it on your Iphone.

All tied up.

My brother had a birthday this past month and I was scratching my head, trying to think of what to get him. I've never really done much vintage men's shopping and I wasn't sure what would fit him. Since I am limited to used items, I had to think very creatively and I wanted the gift to have a theme. So, after keeping an eye on what he wears and listening attentively to what he says, I noticed a skinny tie trend and a mention of tie clips. A thrift store trip and a couple estate sales later I had a nice little gift box going. Unfortunately, I misplaced the tie clips for a few days, so the gift was a little late, but that goes right along with everything in my life and if there is anyone in this world who gets me, it's my bro. Happy Birthday brother! I love you!

I started with this vintage box.



Wool ties from the 40's and 50's.



An assortment of tie clips.



All put together!

Links for 1 April 2010

Adam Walsh Murder Revisited: The Case Against Jeffrey Dahmer.
The Miami Herald is claiming that Jeffrey Dahmer could be responsible for Adam Walsh's murder. They seem to be ignoring the fact that most of Dahmer's victims were older, and he usually kept the heads. Their resources probably would have been better spent on looking for serial killers who were still active. But there probably isn't enough name recognition in that.
Health Care Bill Has Breaks For Nursing Moms
I used to pretend to be smoking. Companies never frown on that. You can just disappear whenever you like to smoke. And if companies can find time to allow you to smoke, which ruins your health, they can find time for you to pump.

The Ugly Truth About Angelina Jolie
InTouch Weekly interviewed a former bodyguard who claims that Angie is a bitch, the kids a basically props, and the magic is gone between Angelina and Brad Pitt. Isn't this the same old story that always gets published.

Selena Gomez Now Has An Official Site
And here is the link.

Baghere Long Woollen Cape

I know it is an odd time to add an 100% wool long, wool cape to a catalogue, but that is just what Little Fashion Gallery has done. I love the Anita cape from Baghere though. It's so pretty and old-fashioned. 146.32€