QUOTE: James Bryant Conant
Here’s a weekend quote to journal about: “Behold the turtle. He makes progress only when he sticks his neck out.” ~ James Bryant Conant
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Fright Catalog
This online Halloween shop has been around since the early nineties. Unfortunately they do not cater well to the plus size market – you can’t even find a category on their main page until you click on Halloween costumes. They have a small selection of just over thirty styles, half of which are for women….
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How Wicked are You
You have got to love a shoe called “Wicked”. These hidden platform shoes immediately caught my eye with their unique shape and 4 3/4″ heels. They were designed by Type Z and are available at Zappos for $69 in sizes 5 to 10. You can drag them out at Halloween, Christmas (oh, Mrs Claus!), and…
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Movie Fridays
If you haven’t heard of Stephen Hawking, he’s a brilliant physicist afflicted with ALS. Here is a ten minute movie with him talking about the universe and our part in it. Watch some or all of it then write about one of the questions and possible answers from your opinion being sure to quote at…
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One Word Thursdays
Clemency
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60's Dress at Anna Scholz
I’ve been less than impressed with the Anna Scholz collection this year (probably because of the hideous kaftans). Normally I love her stuff to death. I have only found two things: This 60s inspired cotton dress in gold is lovely. The description describes it as a little Jackie O (who had wonderful style) and a…
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True Blue Simple
Some days in the pool (or in the lake) require a simple understated swimsuit like this racer back in the royalist of blues by Beach Belle from Swimsuits for All. A simple suit for a simple price of $39. Be sure to check out their other accessories like swim skirts, cover ups and pool shoes!…
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Shoes Are Big Businesss (and Fun)
The automobile industry may not be doing well on its own but the shoe industry couldn’t be doing better. ABC Nightline recently featured the Zappos work environment on their news piece about unique business practices. Not only is Zappos doing good financially, they are doing great business while retaining happy employees and creating an above…