Catholic Guilt

Just say NO to technology...

Have I lost my last marble?  Or perhaps inhaled too much dust at the antique store?   

Naw, I'm just a sentimental lover of all things vintage and think some things technology just can't improve upon.  Digital photo frames are lovely, but thumbing through an old dusty photo album and laughing at photos of loved ones doing silly things sure beats staring at prim and proper photos popping up on some electronic screen thingy.  Because after all, who's going to put a picture of themselves doing the chicken dance at your cousin's wedding in a digital frame in the living room for all too see?  That belongs in the photo album.  This pretty photo album to be precise.

I've been on a kick to sharpen my photo taking skills and I've realized I need to go beyond fussing with the camera to actually reading the book Pat gave me in order to properly use the camera.  I'm not a good book-learner and would much rather have a hands-on instructor.  But I don't see that happening anytime in the near future, so until then I'll tame the attention deficit disorder with a chocolatini or two and crack open the book.  For motivation, this pretty photo album might do the trick.

 

Cuteness overload!

After my diatribe in my previous post and at the risk of boring you with my political views, I thought I'd make it up to you and show you the cutest thing ever...

I warned you this was the cutest thing ever.  Or perhaps this one is...

Want more cuteness?  You'll find it here at Motley Mutton.

Smells so Nice...

I like to smell nice.  I guess you could say I'm body odor phobic.  Yet, I don't like to smell like a cheap hussy.  Expensive hussy - maybe. 

My BFF loves her lotion, something I've never really been into because I don't like heavy perfumes nor the feeling of an oil slick on my skin.  However, she insisted this new stuff from Bunny Butt Apothecary was amazing.  One whiff of the Mango & Papaya goodness and I was oh so tempted.  So I tried some on hoping it wouldn't oil me up like a hard body at a body building convention and sure enough, it was perfect, not too oily, yet moisturizing.

So I ran home and ordered me up a sampler, which came with 3 tiny jars of whipped cream in my choice of scents.  I got Blackberry Vanilla, Green Tea Cucumber and Papaya Mango.  Mmmmmm, yummy.  These little guys are convenient as you can bring it to the office and not have a huge jar of something peculiar looking sitting on your desk.

I'm going to have to try their lip balm next.  I like to apply lip conditioner before bed in effort to keep my pucker looking youthful and pouty.  It's my little beauty secret.  Shhhh...don't tell the boy(s).

The Battle of Good vs. Evil...

In the battle of Good vs. Evil, there can only be one winner. 

On this shoulder, standing a mere 2.5 inches wearing a lacey white dress and made of felt is "Good", a little angel mouse...mouse?  That's right folks, complete with pink ears and nose, whiskers and little pearly eyes, our angelic friend is none other than The House of Mouse's...Angel Mouse!

And on the other shoulder we have 'Evil' with a capital 'E'!  He too stands 2.5 inches and is made of felt.  He is a frightening crimson and wears a black cape and is complete with pointy tail and trident.  Not suitable for children under 5...yes, The Devil is THAT evil!

Who will it be, who will win the battle of Good vs. Evil!? 

Got Junk?

Hola!  I was perusing one of my favorite blogs, Present Past Collection and feeling quite jealous at Heather's fun filled adventure in Texas for the Antique Weekend, an antique, craft, art and collectible gathering that attracts thousands of dealers from across the country.

One of the dealers Heather visited and photographed is the Junk Gypsy.  In one of her gorgeous pics of their tent is a beautiful pink t-shirt with the word "Vagabond" .  Well, I gotta have one.  So off to Google I went and behold, the Gypsyville store is open 24/7 for my shopping pleasure!

I was not ready for what I found.  What a fantabulous store!  As a girl who grew up in the country on the farm, where FFA (future farmers of america) was a big deal, and as a fan of country music (Andrea is probably rolling her eyes right about now), and all things vintage and time worn, it's no wonder I'm drawn to the Junk Gypsy.  Here's a snippet of their design philosophy:

"We combine chippy-peely fleamarket furniture and elegant chandeliers with a little bit of hippie texas flair, some southern-fried cowgirl pride and a splash of MOULIN ROUGE eccentricity to achieve the JUNK GYPSY look. We believe in decadent junk and FUN, spirited styles coming together to create a space that defines who you are."

A family and woman owned operation with a great story.  And be sure to take a look at their photo gallery.  I'm thinking I need a trip to Texas next year around this time!  Who's coming with me?  hehe

I see red...

Red is the color of passion & love.

We wear beautiful items like this, because it makes us feel alive and vibrant.

 

It is also the color of anger & rage.

Goodbye, Forever

It is the color of heartache.

Bye, Bye

It is my favorite color because it expresses so much.

Emilie Autumn - Victorian Gothic Glam

I just had a giddy school girl moment when I discovered Emilie Autumn's site.  Not only is her site breathtakingly gorgeous eye candy but her music...wow.  Her newest album is a must have for anyone who loves their classical music with an edge, and when I say edge, I mean, sexy gothic edge.  LaLove!!!!

And if you are enchanted by the strings of a violin, click on over to iTunes and take a listen to her Lace/Unlaced album.  It's hypnotic. 

A Little Relationship Advice from Ms. Catholic Guilt...

Last night I watched "Fracture".  It is a fantabulous movie with one of my favorite actors, Anthony Hopkins.    It's a great pre-Valentine's Day movie because it deals with a relationship killer,  infidelity.  (You know I'm morbid that way.)

Having been married for 4 years hardly makes me an expert on relationships, but I suppose you can say I have a pretty good idea of how not to mess up a marriage.

For starters, communication is key.  I know, you've heard this before, over and over again...you've heard it because it's true!  I had a conversation with a lady who told me she and her husband never discuss sex.  She was uncomfortable to bring up the topic!  Oh my goodness, for heaven's sake what is so uncomfortable about bringing up the topic and discussing your sex life; what you like, what you don't like with the man you are married to!?

These darling little notes are perfect to tell him (or her) just how you feel, even if you are a little shy about doing so.

More and more men cheat on their wives due to the lack of sexual intimacy in their marriage.  And as I like to put it, "If you don't take care of your man, someone else will."  So get a clue ladies!  Or when your man gets caught cheating, don't come cryin' to me.

And for those of you who are of the naughty sort, slip one of these little guys in his coat pocket and I doubt he'll be staying late at the office.

The Early Warning System

It's no mystery that women tend to be somewhat difficult to deal with during certain days of the month when hormone levels make it difficult to fake a smile and pretend to care. 

That's why the Mood Swing pin is an ingenious creation.  Just think of it as an Early Warning System that can save many lives. 

Art in Unsuspecting Places

What's in your pocket?   Wadded up napkin with a phone number you don't recognize, wadded up napkin with a phone number you do recognize?  And just where were you last night, hmm? 

Oh, I digress.  We can get back to your dirty laundry a little later.  I'll bet whatever naughty goodies you hide in your pockets aren't as beautiful as these lustworthy wallets designed by Oksana Badrak.

Now, back to those phone numbers, Missy...