Orangutan by Sean E. Avery (2013) Image courtesy of Sean E. Avery
It’s the day before we spring forward and walk around like zombies for a day or two before our rhythms circle back into place. It’s also the first Saturday in a while that I can ease into the weekend with a few cups of coffee and some serious web surfing. Here are some of the things I stumbled upon that held my interest for longer than a passing glance…
Charlie Sheen and Lenny Dykstra had a toxic bromance and it makes for a riveting read
Please excuse my absence of late. I’ve basically been getting my ass handed to me by life, resulting in zero energy to be creative. When this happens, I escape by surfing the web exploring cool places to visit and things to do. Imagine my surprise when I stumbled upon an ad for a show I’ve planned imaginary visits to for the past two years, only to find I will soon be able to drive ten miles down the road and see the show anytime I want.
The Rolling Stones “Exhibitionism”tour is coming to Nashville March 29th through June 30th and I am beyond excited! The first time I saw the Stones play was during their ‘Some Girls’ tour in 1978 and the last time was during their ‘Bridges of Babylon’ tour in 1997. I still wear my concert t’s, own most of their music catalog in one form or another, and continue to listen to theExile on Main Street, Sticky Fingers, and Some Girls albums at least once a month.
Since I don’t have to travel far to see the show I thought I’d put my tourist planning skills to use for you instead. Are you a Stones Fan? Are you interested in spending a weekend in Nashville to see the exhibit or the city? Not sure of where to stay, where to eat, or what to explore while in Music City?
All you need to do is follow my blog. I’ll select three followers and create a personalized weekend itinerary that will have you and your tour mates experiencing Nashville like rock stars!
“Little Sister’s Quilt” by Susan and Emily Holbert (1850-1860)
I can come up with clothing designs. I can draft patterns. I can sew at the couture level. I can embroider. I can bead. I can even applique. What I can’t do, or can’t do yet, is quilt. For someone as experienced in the sewing arts as I am in you would think quilting would be an easy thing to master, and yet something has held me back from trying. For that reason, when I was asked to review Southern Quilts: Celebrating Traditions, History, and Designs by Mary W. KerrI jumped at the opportunity to explore ‘all things quilting’… Continue reading “A patchwork quilt of life…”→
It’s no coincidence that we celebrate Valentine’s Day andNational Condom Day on February 14th. If you are looking for love use a condom when you love so you can continue to love for a very long time. If you plan on staying home to spend time with those you already love have a wonderful day celebrating why you love each other. And remember…no matter how you love, or whom you love, or if anyone else understands your love…today of all days, love the one you’re with.
It is almost Valentine’s Day and I am being inundated with overpriced roses, candy-colored plush animals, and a multitude of heart-shaped sugars. I’ve never been a ‘show me you love me with a present’ kind of person but I absolutely unashamedly LOVE to give tokens of my affection all year long. How about you? Not sure what to give that certain someone in your life? Here are a few ideas if you are looking for a way to say ‘I love you’ on February 14th (or any other day of the year).
I have been a fan of football, and thePhiladelphia Eagles, for a very long time. Growing up, I never wanted to be a cheerleader but to this day I dream of being out on that field, protecting my quarterback as he throws one deep into the end zone for the winning touchdown. I did play vicariously through my sons, both of whom started in pee-wee leagues and finished at college as O-line hogs. And yes, for them I was definitely a cheerleader (often to their embarrassment).
As for the Eagles, the team has had a true Cinderella year. When the pundits wrote them off after Carson Wentz’s season-ending injury the team kept playing like the first-class athletes they are and never missed a beat. They truly are the personification of ‘there is no I in team’. As I write, they are 6 days away from suiting up against the Patriots to play for the Vince Lombardi Trophy. and while they prepare in Minneapolis I am busy preparing too. Normally, I am all about the traditional wings/nachos/chips & dips/beer refreshments but this year I am all about the Philly Spread (and I don’t mean offense).
What about you? Will you attend a Super Bowl party or watch from your couch? Are you pulling for another Tom Brady miracle win or, like me, rooting for the underdogs and a game for the ages? Here’s hoping I’ll be singing Fly Eagles Fly next Sunday night. E. A. G. L. E. S. Eagles!
The Grey Goddess 