Saturday night, the hubby and I had the great pleasure of catching Pokey Lafarge & The South City Three live here in Kansas City! Such an amazing bluegrass band! The lead singer has such a unique voice - it reminds me of a different time.
Have a listen and tell me you don't suddenly want to go back to the 1920s to drink a little moonshine!
February 11, 2013
January 14, 2013
Music Mondays | New JT...Finally.
It's about freaking time! I've been waiting for a new album from Justin Timberlake for QUITE a while. Remember when Sexy Back used to be your jaaaaaaaaaam? Yeah, me too. Barely. But hot damn, those were good days.
Thank the good Lord he just released a new single featuring Jay-Z called Suit & Tie. The intro is a little weird, so give it thirty seconds. JT definitely hits his groove. Now, where's the full album? I've been patient enough.
Thank the good Lord he just released a new single featuring Jay-Z called Suit & Tie. The intro is a little weird, so give it thirty seconds. JT definitely hits his groove. Now, where's the full album? I've been patient enough.
November 27, 2012
Gift Guide: The Animal Lover
I'm sure everyone is smack-dab in the middle of their Holiday shopping! I know I am. I'm currently in the middle of reading this amazing non-fiction book about the history of the Ostrich, and it is fascinating! This book gave me the idea of pulling together a few great gift ideas for the animal lover in your life.
First, I'll start with the book I'm reading - Dreambirds by Rob Nixon. This book was really popular back in the late nineties/early 2000s. You can tell by how many cheap used copies you can find on Amazon : ). Dreambirds chronicles the effect ostriches have had on fashion and culture throughout the centuries, along with stories of the "Plume Boom" and "Feather Mansions" in South Africa. Nixon also uses the history of ostriches to share some of his autobiography about growing up with an immigrant family in South Africa. This really is one of the best books I've read in quite a while!
Also, I am loving these photographs from The Animal Print Shop! I'm usually adoring the baby animal prints for the nursery of the kid we will probably have some day, but this buffalo print just blows me away. I think it would look so stunning above a bed or couch. Also, they have a nice little Holiday Sale going on!
And next on the reading list, which I also think would make a great gift, is a book called The Elephant Whisperer: My Life with the Herd in the African Wild by Lawrence Anthony. Lawrence Anthony rescued and rehabilitated elephants on his wildlife preserve in South Africa. He and the animals were so in tune. When he passed away this year, multiple herds of elephants could sense the loss and they traveled miles across the preserve to Anthony's home where they remained for days to mourn. Aren't animals amazing?
Another great gift would be a donation to Heifer International. Buying a goat or heifer for a family in need helps a family be more self-reliant by providing food and milk for years. I wholeheartedly agree this company's view on sustainability and charity. I'm sure any animal lover would appreciate this gift of giving!
First, I'll start with the book I'm reading - Dreambirds by Rob Nixon. This book was really popular back in the late nineties/early 2000s. You can tell by how many cheap used copies you can find on Amazon : ). Dreambirds chronicles the effect ostriches have had on fashion and culture throughout the centuries, along with stories of the "Plume Boom" and "Feather Mansions" in South Africa. Nixon also uses the history of ostriches to share some of his autobiography about growing up with an immigrant family in South Africa. This really is one of the best books I've read in quite a while!
Also, I am loving these photographs from The Animal Print Shop! I'm usually adoring the baby animal prints for the nursery of the kid we will probably have some day, but this buffalo print just blows me away. I think it would look so stunning above a bed or couch. Also, they have a nice little Holiday Sale going on!
And next on the reading list, which I also think would make a great gift, is a book called The Elephant Whisperer: My Life with the Herd in the African Wild by Lawrence Anthony. Lawrence Anthony rescued and rehabilitated elephants on his wildlife preserve in South Africa. He and the animals were so in tune. When he passed away this year, multiple herds of elephants could sense the loss and they traveled miles across the preserve to Anthony's home where they remained for days to mourn. Aren't animals amazing?
Another great gift would be a donation to Heifer International. Buying a goat or heifer for a family in need helps a family be more self-reliant by providing food and milk for years. I wholeheartedly agree this company's view on sustainability and charity. I'm sure any animal lover would appreciate this gift of giving!
November 21, 2012
Thankful for Love.
In honor of Thanksgiving (and everyday, really), I'd like to say how all thanks and joy boils down to love. Simply, LOVE. This interview of a Brooklyn couple, which was later turned into an adorable video by Story Corps, is incredibly touching.
It reminds me that all anyone ever wants is to love and be loved. So, I hope this inspires you to spread the love this holiday season, and always. But get ready... it's a tearjerker.
from StoryCorps on Vimeo.
It reminds me that all anyone ever wants is to love and be loved. So, I hope this inspires you to spread the love this holiday season, and always. But get ready... it's a tearjerker.
from StoryCorps on Vimeo.
November 19, 2012
Music Mondays | Sufjan Stevens + Christmas!
Ok, y'all... I know it isn't even Thanksgiving yet. But Sufjan Stevens recently came out with a new Christmas album called Silver & Gold, and it's full of classics! But with a Sufjan twist, of course.
Here's a little sample:
November 15, 2012
Disney + Barney's New York
Disney and Barney's New York collaborated to create this ADORABLE video called Electric Holiday! The intersection between fashion and cartoons makes me so very happy. Hope you enjoy the cuteness as much as I did :).
November 09, 2012
November 08, 2012
Instagram on the Interwebs!
Ever want to peruse Instagram on your work computer? Or download a photo from your Instagram account without having to email it to yourself?
Well, today is your lucky day! Instagram profiles are live on the web right now. Mine is basically a bunch of photos of food and my dog....naturally ; ).
October 22, 2012
Music Mondays | Local Natives New Album!
One of my fave bands from 2010 - Local Natives - is finally returning with a new album! And the new single that's getting released tomorrow is so chill and ethereal, just like I like it. Listen to the single "Breakers" streaming below.
And mark your calendars for the release of their new full length album Hummingbird on January 29th, 2013. Can you believe 2013 is so close that people are already announcing release dates for it??
October 19, 2012
Happy Friday from Edward Monkton!
For as long as I can remember, I have loved greeting cards. Any paper products, really! When I was in London several years ago, I discovered Edward Monkton. His drawings and cards are so witty, yet simple. They make me happy. So, what better thing to share on a Friday?! Hope everyone has a great weekend!
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