"I’m not the picture-perfect girl I always assumed he’d end up marrying – but who needs that bitch?"
You must must must read this article (via The Frisky) by the thoughtful, inspiring writer and comedian Jen Curran.
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You (Yes, You) Always Make Me Smile
Thanks to reader Katie for sending me this. It turned a down day up.
Reader Question / Rescue Chair Rehab
Q. Hi Jordan! I have this ugly brown wooden chair in my apartment. I found it on the street one night and brought it home, vowing to my roommate that I was going to make it more interesting. Well, it's been almost a year now, and the chair hasn't changed...
Centerpiece Idea / Teacups & Carnations
How gorgeous is this centerpiece (part of yesterday's shoot)?
Try This Thursday / But Every Day, Really
I know, I know...it's Thursday. But this particular Try This Tuesday just felt like the perfect kickoff to the last official weekend of summer.
John Sahag Blonding / Camera In Front of My Face
I generally don't enjoy going up to random people and asking them to take my picture. Sure, I'll ask Kendrick, or a close friend, but otherwise I generally find this an odd, embarrassing (if sometimes necessary) thing to do. But I did want to share a couple of the cool tips I learned at the John Sahag Workshop yesterday with you...so: this photo series also stars my trusty Canon.
Travel Tip / Fresh, Fabulously Scented Luggage
When packing for a trip, tuck some crumpled tissues or paper (white only) spritzed with your favorite perfume around your clothing so it arrives at your destination prettily scented and ready-to-wear.
Little Italy / Il Fornaio
My family and I have been frequenting Il Fornaio for years, mostly because it's an inexpensive gem of a hole-in-the-wall that's nothing like the overpriced tourist traps that make up the bulk of the restaurants on the Mulberry strip.
Now THAT Is A Cocktail Ring
Check out last night's $12 Chinatown purchase!
Totally Surprised Kendrick
This anniversary I made Kendrick promise, swear, cross heart etc. that we wouldn't exchange gifts or do anything fancy. I did this because I wanted to blow his mind by getting him something that he's wanted - needed, actually - for a long time now, and I didn't want it to be about quid pro quo...I wanted it to be about him.
