Strugglin'

Just a few OOTD pics because, whew, just not there lately. Early mornings and late nights.

The skirt is a hot pink sweater material that bunched up in the photo. Ah well. Next time must remember slip.

 Liked this especially because after being gone from 6am - 9pm yesterday I didn't even want to get dressed. This was comfy and I love the frye boots.

 I was freezing though so changed into the cashmere sweater ASAP when I got home.

Caught Fleet Foxes and Joanna Newsome on Austin City Limits DVR. Lovely. 

Apple discomfort

I love me some Apple. Right now in my sight is my Power Mac, iPhone, iPad and 3 iPods. Seriously. And that is why this This American Life podcast was so discomforting.

BiAnnual Columbus Shopping

Started the morning off with an iced over vehicle and Starbucks.
Hubs came home from hunting with Holtman Donuts. Love that guy slightly more than donuts.

Monday was the biannual One More Time Consignment sale. Made it out with only 46$ worth. I didn't find near as much as usual but that might be because
a- I am starting to feel crowded with all my 'stuff'
b- They didn't have as much as usual
c- I am poor - kidding, well sort of.
I did manage to pick up some things the most expensive being $12.

A few of my favorite names... James, Michael and Moth.

Several scarves that were from $7-10. marked down to $1.

Jewelry since I had time to look this time.
A fun purse. That was like $3.

A realization- I am addicted to cloth napkins. A whole set for like 3$ who couldn't pick those up.
Those and a tartan throw came from the Consignment's furniture store called One More Time Etc. I got an extra 20% off because it all fit in the bonus box. Love that idea!

Ohio Thrift and Goodwill stops picked up a few more items. Some baskets, books, shoes- that I should have tried on bc they do not fit.
Ok just found this after picking this up at thrift Monday for $5. yep that's the thrill of the find!

These lovelies came from Fresco Furnishings. Another of our favorite stops in Columbus. Roscano bookends.

Somehow out of all the times we've traveled to Columbus, Yo has never been to the North Market! So glad she got to experience it Monday.

I luv, luv, luv this from Books, paper, scissors

Waiting for the morning show..

So there's to be a big ice tonight and into tomorrow. Of course while normal people are hunkering down mine are on the move. Hubs is going hunting and Bubs is going to a party. Ah well. What to do.

Score!

Last night I carried a Glenda Gies handbag I picked up for $5. at a consignment clearance in Chicago. Lots of compliments and so I looked up tonight where it might be sold. On the  Glenda Gies website it sells for $150.
Thanks to Hubs our annual trip to Calvacade of Customs today was enjoyed by all. We took Bubs and a friend in, got tickets and then walked back to Starbucks in the lobby while they spread their teenage wings and took off to enjoy the show. 2 hours later the Hubs and I had read, cruised the net and watched the game on Starbuck's tv and the boys found their way back to us. Now, my friend, that was a plan.

 And if it weren't, like -20, I would have taken some beautiful shots of the architecture down town. But it was so cold. So I took a few from the heated car seat.

Last night's date with Tim Gunn was disappointing. Really. Our lecture series has had its ups and downs but Mr. Gunn was not good. He dished on people, which in moderation is funny sometimes but for some reason it just sounded petty last night. He babbled. He told us he would but really he did. Unfortunate. I did snap a preshow pic before the camera police headed our way with stink eyes.

Watched some of the Golden Globes tonight. Nothing earth shattering but entertaining background sound and walk through fashion bits.

Young Adult

I finished reading Amulet and The Summoning this week. Henrietta Lacks last week. Back on the reading highway!
I also watched another movie, Red Eye, starring Amy Adams. Fell apart in the end but alright.
But I did go through an entire week without a good OOTD pic. Just ok. Not worth photos.
Tonight I'm off for a date with Tim Gunn... and about 1000 other people but still I'm sure he's anxiously awaiting to see what I might wear. I know I am ?!??!

From where I stand

Mmm. Winter. But it's so warm it doesn't feel right yet and I'm sure soon I will be sorry I said that. Julie and Julia is on tonight. And I'm appropriately cleaning the kitchen as I watch/listen.
This Christmas brought my iPhone and Netflicks. Changes the way I see the world. We've already watched a few movies and TV shows via streaming. And yet when Julie came on I am compelled to watch now even though I'm sure I can access it anytime. Why is that? Comfort? Surprise?
Last semester I had a deluge of students who congregated behind my desk, wanting to talk to me or listen to me or just generally keep me from serious work. Unless it involved their homework. I struggled with this as I fell behind but felt like they needed me. Balance was not found. But with Bub's practices it worked out. I just worked hours after work. Then with the new semester classes shift and I've been plunging through work. Then today here comes a new batch and I start being firm. Find something to do. Alone. Independently. I have work to do. Then R. comes in and slinks into the chair by me.
What are you doing?
What's that book about?
You know they're making that into a movie?
R. I have to get some work done you've got to find something to do. Over there.
Slumped shoulders. Mrs. _ you don't understand. The library is my favorite place. I'm just so excited to be here.
R. what movie do you want to see... I just can't help myself.

I've been in a OOTD slump.
But while I was looking for my photos to upload I found a pic from 2005 with Hub's wearing a sweatshirt he claimed did not belong to him a few weeks ago when it turned up in our laundry. Scary guy.

The illustrations in my Cooking Through The Year Betty Crocker book are fab.

 Goofy family members.

 Some of the books I read this year. Just the ones I actually own.

 My new fav sweater from Anthro.

 And my Frye boots I could wear everyday.