Oh, wow. This place looks great. Oh, I feel like a witch in a magic shop.

Willow ,'Help'


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Topic!Cindy - Jan 10, 2005 8:09:43 am PST #2691 of 10002
What is even happening?

Deb's hair looks great in that picture. Love the way the bangs sort of swoop. It takes at least 5-10 years off you face, Deb. It's FABULOUS.
Yes! Were you afraid of going that short (not that it's terribly short, just as far as I can tell from pictures and conversation, shorter than usual for you)? I know you've said you didn't think you could pull of short hair because of your strong features, but this do is just killer on you. I want the picture to be bigger, dammit.


P.M. Marc - Jan 10, 2005 8:10:42 am PST #2692 of 10002
So come, my friends, be not afraid/We are so lightly here/It is in love that we are made; In love we disappear

I'm pretty sure I don't one single item of clothing (or footwear) that, all on its own, cost $100 or more.

I have a pair of thigh high boots that ran me $129 in '94, and the corset I got married in, which ran me $145 or so in '99. In terms of stuff I myself have purchased, I think that's it.

OTOH, I have a couple bottles of foundation that cost close to $40, and several bottles of impulse buy perfumes that I can't wear costing at least $50 each. (This was during my Search for the Holy Perfume Grail. I've given up on it, you'll be happy to know.)


JohnSweden - Jan 10, 2005 8:10:44 am PST #2693 of 10002
I can't even.

Oh, I meant to mention. I got given a french press for Christmas and I've never used one. The instructions came in every human written language, but don't say anything about how much coffee you should use. Any suggestions out there?


Steph L. - Jan 10, 2005 8:10:50 am PST #2694 of 10002
I look more rad than Lutheranism

I want the picture to be bigger, dammit.

I can't wait to go home and watch my tape. With bonus!extra Buffistas!


lisah - Jan 10, 2005 8:11:12 am PST #2695 of 10002
Punishingly Intricate

as long as it was leather with a wide shoulder strap, black, messenger-style with a pouch on the outside of the flap, NON-VELCRO close, and had many pen holders.

This is EXACTLY the bag I'm looking for now. But I need it for $100 or less (altough if someone wanted to give me a $500 one I'd be more than happy to accept it). I am kind of clueless about where to even look though.

I turned on CBS at 7:30 and it was an insanely inane local "news" program. I'm sorry I missed the makeover. I love makeovers! Sounds like it was fun.


Steph L. - Jan 10, 2005 8:12:55 am PST #2696 of 10002
I look more rad than Lutheranism

Oh, I meant to mention. I got given a french press for Christmas and I've never used one. The instructions came in every human written language, but don't say anything about how much coffee you should use. Any suggestions out there?

JSw, I use a tablespoon of coarsely ground coffee per *mug* (b/c when the instructions say "a cup," well, a coffee mug holds more than an actual 8-oz cup). However, I like my coffee as dark as Dark Willow, so take that into consideration in reading my recommendation.


SailAweigh - Jan 10, 2005 8:13:18 am PST #2697 of 10002
Nana korobi, ya oki. (Fall down seven times, stand up eight.) ~Yuzuru Hanyu/Japanese proverb

Soy latte right into the expensive bag.

Sisters in fashion disasters. I once dumped one of my uniform hats into (flushed, but still) toilet. Those buggers were not cheap to replace, yet it got replaced.


Topic!Cindy - Jan 10, 2005 8:14:25 am PST #2698 of 10002
What is even happening?

When I was working, I would spend money on clothes. As long as whatever you're spending on isn't so trendy that it would look dated in a season or two, it can be a good investment. Cut, fit, materials, workmanship, are somewhat price subjective.

I can't really wear wool these days. It itches too much, so most of the stuff I like that I can wear, isn't going to be expensive. I will pay money for coats, and things like that.

Good shoes are worth the money. The fit and look better, but I don't really have need of them, these days.


JohnSweden - Jan 10, 2005 8:14:59 am PST #2699 of 10002
I can't even.

Thanks Tep!


deborah grabien - Jan 10, 2005 8:17:10 am PST #2700 of 10002
It really doesn't matter. It's just an opinion. Don't worry about it. Not worth the hassle.

the shoes clock in at an affordable $235

See, I have no problem with paying $235 for shoes if I love the shoes. I do have a humongous problem with calling them "affordable". No, my darling, they are not affordable to most of us, and it's patronising and insulting to call it that.

Gods, I am weary.