16 Saturday Mar 2013
Posted in Americana, Makes me chuckle
How perfect is the term “Peacocking”?!
“Take My Picture” is a fantastic mini-documentary, directed by Dasha Zhukova and Andinh Ha. It examines the phenomenon of “peacocking” in the fashion world due to the proliferation of street style blogs.
Take My Picture – BOOOOOOOM! – CREATE INSPIRE COMMUNITY ART DESIGN MUSIC FILM PHOTO PROJECTS.
25 Friday May 2012
Posted in Atlanta or Boulder?, Makes me chuckle, Travel
Fresh seafood, Bluegrass and msweetie all within 100′ of the Gulf’s warm waves make it impossible for me to keep my blogging promises while on the road. Chris and I at The Blue Marlin on Anna Maria Island.
It’s been a whole month since I’ve posted and even I’m telling myself “great job on the resolutions, Spice, way to not knock 2012 out of the park.” Then again, I’m refusing to give myself too much grief. Even though I have nothing tangible to show for the past 6 weeks I have been crazy busy problem solving for the masses (i.e. our social calendar), getting the new condo in Atlanta sorted out, kicking off the 2012 Wedding Planning season, festival going, producing a cancelled shoot (veins in my neck are still pulsing), brunching with my mother’s fabulous friends, going to a Florida wedding for one of Chris’ buddies, vacationing for our 6th Anniversary, beating the neglected yard back into submission to reestablish the garden, keeping my volunteer commitments even though I wanted to blow them off, and basically doing my best to become a much better person then I was when I last blogged…I know, hard to believe it’s even possible. Any-hoo, if memory serves me correctly, this year’s blogging resolutions lasted about three weeks longer then last year’s so technically, even if I were to stop now, the pro-procrastinator in me can reason that I have, in fact, achieved my goal of being a more dedicated blogger in 2012.
08 Thursday Mar 2012
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Is Invisible Children’s “Stop Kony” video the best philanthropically branded scam since TOMS shoes?
First, organizations like Invisible Children not only take up resources that could be used to fund more intelligent advocacy, they take up rhetorical space that could be used to develop more intelligent advocacy.... And while we’re on the subject of what does and doesn’t help, maybe don’t get photographed fondling big (former) rebel guns. Just saying. - Wronging Rights
As you can guess, the whole “Stop Kony” viral wave pushed some of my buttons. I wish I could say my hesitance with the bandwagon was because of the education I’ve gained while supporting non-profits that are working in Uganda but I’m afraid the bulk of my skepticism was more likely motivated by how little credit I give to the specific friends who first FB’d the video. Sorry guys, but telling me you’ve been moved to tears because your teen (the same teen you’ve described as a slug for the last 4 years) has been inspired to change the world and now the two of you are retweeting a video like mofos, kinda suggests that you can’t find Africa on a map.
Anywho, I opted not to retweet / share / poke or call the Boulder City Council to take action, until I did a little research on my own, and now I’m ready to dive into the social media chatter.
Just for the record, I’m talking about FB friends you don’t know…I swear I’m not talking about you or your fabulous kid.
05 Monday Mar 2012
Posted in Brilliant!!, My Shady Past, Simple = Perfect, Snark
Chris and I in the Sahara, 2011. I tried to find a picture of me with a kid to show how much I like them but I don't have any. But still, do I honestly look like a woman with no income and no kids? Wait, don't answer that!
I realize the title of this post suggests that I’m either pregnant or I’ve gotten a job… sorry mom.
So the blog has been talking to me and I’m feeling that “NINK” isn’t really representative of who I am so I’ve decided to finally purchase the domain for “Spice Jones” and switch everything over to a name that truly says “me” (har har har). Hey, finally something positive about not having followers! Just in case you’re wondering, my name really is Spice Jones… Sunday Spice Jones to be exact.
05 Monday Mar 2012
If you’re not a subscriber to Goop you really should be, it’s a pretty good weekly chuckle from our own modern day Marie Antoinette, Gwyneth Paltrow.
I know, I know, Gwyneth “Fasting For Fun” Paltrow giving lifestyle tips to the middle class is as farfetched as Gwyneth Paltrow being an Oscar winning actress -don’t get me started. But that’s what makes the newsletters so much fun. Trust me, the “we’re speaking the same language” tone she uses while discussing what “us gals” like to wear/do/think/see/say/drink/not eat when cruising the Med makes scrolling through all of her cleansing advice totally worth it. And I swear to all things holy, her hair will keep you in stitches!
The posts start with typical Goop photo; A very shy Gwyneth grinning from between her collarbones as she stands in her signature tres-chic slouch and shows off whatever she happens to be hocking for the latest sponsor. Sometimes she shakes it up and uses a “Where am I?” pose, but that’s usually reserved for the tight dresses. I can only guess she wears her hair all messy and tossed in an attempt to connect with those of us who are reading her blog in pjs because we lack regular employment… meaning we don’t wash or brush our hair on a daily basis.
In true Goop “Let Them Eat Cake” fashion, this post assumes that the only reason we haven’t considered purchasing new and expensive pieces (like the $1100 Boy Blazer) and mixing them with the affordable basics we already own (like the $285 tuxedo shirt) is because we’ve never been privy to the fashion industry’s insider secrets for updating a look while extending the budget. It has NOTHING to do with the fact that this little outfit is actually $3410, give or take a few cents. I find the fact that she’s upcycled the Golden Rule of single mothers, absolutely hysterical! Oh Gwenny! You’re so precious, do you by any chance have a tip on where one might purchase their own truffle finding piglet?
If you can’t tell, I’m not a fan of Gwyneth’s. I do admit that most of my snark is motivated by a smidge of jealously due to the fact that she’s being praised (read paid) for doing the same the things I feel like I’ve been doing for over 15 years (minus the bad acting)… I even worked with Mario Batali! But I still suggest you sign up for the Goop updates because they’re funny to read and most of the suggestions can be “downsized” to fit a more practical budget. Occasionally she does collaborate with people who offer good food for thought but if nothing else her posts will hopefully remind you how not to be ridiculous.
And after you read the posts let me know what you think because, in weird way, I’ll translate your thoughts into personal feedback for my own endeavors. Now off to ask mom if she likes Gwyneth’s hair just so I can watch her shake her head and say “What are you girls thinking these days?”
S
PS, aren’t boyfriend jeans suppose to be on loan, free, from your boyfriend?
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