WEE WORK!
I challenged myself to some Sunday web work and finally put up a little portfolio site. Check it at weetiny! Whoo hoo!
Tuesday, May 29, 2007
G'DAY MATES!!
Spent the day roving the outback - just kidding! It's a trail in Brentwood, where Matthew McConaughey likes to mountain bike! The major bonus was the bevy of super cute doggie friends!
yes, M was humming the Rocky Theme...
look in the tree
I love the doggie backpack!
twin rescued beauties
time to go!
* congrats on the new Prius guys!!
RETURN TO OXNARDIA!!
Hee, hee - new project alert!! But shh, it's a secret (for the next 2 weeks), let's just say I had to go see a man about his greenhouse!
my new best friend!
* thanks for everything C!
RETHINK YOUR CHILDHOOD TOYS INTO COOL ART INSTALLATIONS!
eviscerated glow worm!!
SRD and one of the cool artists responsible for the worm!
Monday, May 28, 2007
MOD SCALE FURNITURE
Those who know me well, know all about my chair obsession. I purchased a mini chair made out of a credit card at a recent art show, and he finally made his way into my hands!! Only he turned out to be a tiny table! Meet Hardac!
welcome home little guy!
the shy artist
AN AMERICAN DIET
When did we start needing fiber at 20? I just saw a commercial filled with pre 30 year old ladies for metamucil, benefiber or some such digestive aid. What are most Americans eating that renders this stuff worthy of a primetime ad targeted at Gen Y?
I have lived in California all my life and always had access to fresh, dirt grown food. Does the rest of the country not have such an access? Is my mostly organic, home cooked menu really a novelty to my peers? Ladies, back to the kitchen for the sake of your intestines!!
*ps - I recently bought bread called "Bran for Life" (it was the only organic, non preservative filled loaf left on the shelf) and that works better than any powder in a can I'll bet!
VIPER ROOM '07
lookin' like trouble...
SMC forever!
I used to live right here!
shot of the night, miss a
showtime!
night!
Friday, May 25, 2007
BANG, BANG. YOU'RE DEAD.
There are man bangs at the office today. And I am scared.
* is it wrong to stalk this apparition with my camera?
Tuesday, May 22, 2007
BRAVO BRAVIA
I was reminded tonight of just how much I love this pairing.
home sweet home
it ends with the sound of color
BEST NEW BLOG
It's called Jezebel. That was my nickname in High School, therefore it rocks. Okay, so it rocks because:
A. Overseen by Gawker Media
B. 3 very sweet looking ladies edit the content
C. you want more?!
D. The best blog headlines - Botox Will Make You Batshit Insane
* now go forth and read!
Sunday, May 20, 2007
KITTIES WELCOME!!
Sometimes you just need to grab take-out at your favorite Japanese Home-style Restaurant and chill. Yummy udon soup and sushi!
look at their super cute shirts!
waiting for sushi!
I love that everything is perfectly shaped and contained!
all done!
* As-Aya in West LA
HOSTAGE SITUATION
NAME: RUBEN
OCCUPATION: HOSTAGE
MISSING SINCE: APRIL 2007
LAST SEEN: IN THE ARMS OF A GOLDEN LADY
HAPPENSTANCE
Last Sunday Night I spied one of the private hangers open at LAX, I snapped away as we cruised by on the freeway. Thanks for circling around again Mom, so I could get a better shot!
Monday, May 14, 2007
THINGS AMERICANS JUST DON'T UNDERSTAND
After spending some quality time with my European friends, it is painfully obvious there are some things we Americans just don't get. I compiled a short list to help us learn a wee bit of culture and make our Worldly visits just a bit easier!
1. How to drive (seriously)
2. Dance Music
3. The art of conversation
* now practice!
MY MAN OTIS!!
I heart my alma mater! Here are the highlights from this year's Senior Show! Congrats class of 2007!!
I love this rug!!!
tiny chairs!! I bought one!
designed for cirque du solei
I want these clothes!!
Friday, May 11, 2007
Thursday, May 10, 2007
YOUR MAJESTY...
Over lunch it came to my attention that some people have never seen, tasted or been converted to The Blood Orange Appreciation Club. In honor of this majestic fruit, I give you the whole story of the fruit with more fiber than any of the top 20 fruits or vegetables consumed today!!
1. There are three types of blood oranges, the Tarocco (native to Italy), the Sanguinello (native to Spain), and the Moro, which is the newest variety of the three (they are not a cross between a plum and an orange as rumor supposedly has it).
2. The distinctive dark flesh color is due to the presence of anthocyanin, a pigment common to many flowers and fruit, but uncommon in citrus fruits. The reason for the unusual internal color is related to light, temperature and variety.
3. Blood oranges cultivated in the United States are in season from December to March (Texas), and from November to May (California).
4. They make a killer martini!!
So, stock up kids! The season is nearly over!!
INNER OFFICE TWITTER AND OTHER RANDOMNESS
9:49am
There's volcano coffee (super dark) being made by J. while we discuss the young human male mating call taking place outside our one way mirror/window.
"Really."
"Yea. It's why I didn't date much in high school."
"I can see how the public crotch thrust wouldn't exactly do it for you."
"Exactly. And thank you."
"What are you eating?!"
"Mufff."
"Huh?"
"(swallow) Pita with cream cheese, sundried tomato, roasted bell pepper and herbed mozzarella."
Blank stare. "Wow. You're like a trash compactor."
At that moment D. walks in the door spouting about last night's episode of Lost. A TV show I have never gotten, don't enjoy or care about. J. and D. gesture wildly and go off down the hall recounting how it was better than when someone shot someone else. Whatever. He's just lucky I wasn't reheating shrimp curry this early.
And thanks to the NY Times, I have finally won a long standing debate I have going with several people. Yes Ben Gibbard of Death Cab and The Postal Service did write Such Great Heights. Good Morning!!
* ps and it's all class over at The Boston Pops!
Wednesday, May 9, 2007
LOVE AND HAPPINESS - NO COINCIDENCE
It's funny how life works if you're paying attention. How many episodes of Sex and the City have we seen? Inevitably there are a few scenes that stay with us. I was discussing the show today with a coworker and I recounted how painful it is to watch Carrie sometimes. Instantly I conjure up the rainy street where Carrie takes shelter under an awning with a stranger and proceeds to share with him how if this were a French movie they would fall in love and be married.
I remember the first time I saw this I cringed, I squirmed for her. I hid my face and prayed for her to stop. For the love of mankind, stop! Tonight that exact episode came on the TV. I watched the opneing credits roll and the title come up (I love TV shows that title each episode), and I knew it was the one. I waited for the scene. There it was, a closed museum, an unexpected shower, refuge under that awning. Yet somehow tonight it wasn't so hard to watch. I gathered something else altogether.
I cruised over to youtube and put on Al Green. I sat on my couch and contemplated life in a great city. How that city can truly be your best friend. I may not have New York, but I have Los Angeles, and let me say she's pretty wonderful. Variegated, harsh and honest, she's the best place I've been. Sure we have our moments, but at the end of the day, you're everything to me. Sing it Al.
SOS - SOMEONE SAVE PRICKIE!!!!
Please. Please someone pony up the cash and buy prickie.com! It is such a great exchange and so easy to use (not to mention the uber cute design)! Artists need more awesome venues to showcase up and coming talent!
The Low Down:
Dear All,
After 18 successful months building what we believe to be the world’s best online collection of button badges, the time has come for us to pursue other ventures and ideas.
Prickie.com has grown well beyond our expectations. Advancing its online presence (with new features such as artist-managed content, product database searches, etc.) will require additional resources. Unfortunately we are not currently in a position to provide further investment.
Unless we are able to find a buyer for the Prickie brand, we will consequently cease trading on 15 June 2007. We’d therefore be very grateful if you are able to pass this information on to any third party who you think may have an interest in purchasing the Prickie.com brand (including the current web site).
We’d also like to take this opportunity to thank you, the artists, for your continued support and for providing the amazing artwork that has been truly appreciated by our customers worldwide. All the positive feedback we have received is testament to the diverse talents you have all showcased on Prickie.com.
Yo! Paris, before your ass gets thrown in county, do something right and save prickie! It might make up for you being a waste of space. Well, no, it won't, but it would still be awesome of you. Cheers!
LAST NIGHT
Los Angeles after dark. Sometimes I think there may be nothing more beautiful than the city on a hot night.
ciao!
euro pop!
Dominick's, West Hollywood
Cedars Sinai, Beverly Hills
Beverly Center, Beverly Hills
The Roxy, Sunset Blvd.
Key Club, Sunset Blvd.
Sunset Blvd. #1
Sunset Blvd. #2
Sunset Blvd. #5
Hotel Angeleno, Brentwood
* thanks to my girls E and M for a great night out!
FUNNY THING ABOUT REVIEWS...
I have gotten a huge response to a review of a Parisian Hotel I posted up yesterday on Ciao! My response is this - WTF?!
Example:
Hi and welcome to Ciao - Sorry for the low rating, but you need to put a lot more information into your review. Have a read around at similar reviews; especially those rated as very helpful or exceptional, for an idea of what people want to read in a review. If you want any help or want me to re rate, leave me a message in my guestbook - Cat x x
Okay, fair enough. However, here's the thing about reviews, you get to write what YOU want. So I stand by my story as a review I would want to read. It's fun, personal and true. I'll skip the essay on your hunt for fuzz bunnies under the bed and how the water pressure in the shower wasn't as good as home. Honestly (rolling eyes).
Tuesday, May 8, 2007
DOLL PARTS
I just scored the new Tori Amos Album, American Doll Posse!! Thank you Office Song Monkey!! Can't wait to pop this in for the ride home!
SOMETIMES I HATE THE WORLD
And this is why. I hate even more that the only online coverage I found was Reuters Oddly Enough. This is not odd, it's heinous.
Sunday, May 6, 2007
7 SIGNS YOU'VE HAD A GREAT WEEKEND
1. You find ridiculous bar shots in your inbox
2. The Farmer's Market fills your fridge
3. Dusty hiking boots live in your trunk
4. You stink like the outdoors
5. Shotgun Honeymoon sings you a song about embarrassment when you forget to turn your flash off
6. Belated Birthday Presents
7. Pinkberry!!
really...tsk.
I got to say hi to Chloe and Aspen!
yeah, about half that dust lives in my shoes
shotgun honeymoon!!
so pretty!
look what was inside!!
double mochi and check the dueling chin action!!
HIKING THE CANYON!!
Sunshine + Good Friend + Best Dog Ever = The Perfect Sunday Hike!!
the start...
a bit confused by the mtn. bikers
shots of the day
ha ha ha ha haaaa!!
look at that German hiker!
how much is that doggie in the water?
wildflower
peace!
Thursday, May 3, 2007
Tuesday, May 1, 2007
I NEED MORE FIBER IN MY DIET
Fiberglass that is. I love the delicate yet modern sensibilities so eloquently executed here. Oh, and I have a thing for chairs!
* from designer's block
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