Viking Yard Sale

MY CAT FIX

2009-11-09T20:05:00.000-08:00

24K Music Mix Aug 09!

2009-08-22T21:25:00.000-07:00

LANVIN '09

2009-07-15T21:54:00.000-07:00

Is Lanvin for old ladies? I guess only old ladies could afford it. Well I don't care, I really love the '09 collections. The clothes are beautiful and so very French!

LOVIN'

2009-07-15T11:13:00.000-07:00

My friend found these wedding photos online and I thought they were gorgeous. I don't normally feel inspired or excited about wedding photos (especially those of strangers) but these ones are special. I love how the photographer managed to capture the mood, emotion and love of these people and made it look like a fashion editorial all at the same time. Lovely.

To see more go here.

CAN'T TAKE THE JOB '09 MUSIC MIX

2009-07-12T21:31:00.000-07:00

So I've made a summer music mix for you all. It's a super fine blend of fun, love and awesome. Enjoy!

Missing MJ

2009-06-25T19:04:00.000-07:00

Oh Michael. Such an American tragedy. I'm going to miss ol' Michael; he was a big part of my childhood. When I was a wee girl of 5 or so instead of having a blanket or a doll to carry around I had a "maxi glove" (where that name came from I will never know). The maxi glove was a simple black leather glove that I wore everywhere and would not take off for anyone. Security glove. It made me feel safe and it made me feel like Michael Jackson. I felt powerful in that glove. Tonight I'm putting on the glove ( okay the one I wear might be closer to a mitten) in MJ's honour.

BREAK EVERY RULE

2009-06-23T07:50:00.000-07:00

Oh 99 cent finds! I love the look of records, they are so sexy. I bought these little gems because the ladies looked so damn fine. Have you seen those hat girls? But let's get serious, no one beats Tina. I really think Tina needs another comeback. Maybe I can resurrect her somehow. I've had a soft spot for Tina since I first saw What's Love Got To Do With It. I used to to force my sister to recreate Ike and Tina domestic battles with me. I always played Ike (sorry Tina, it was just a meatier role). The world could always use a little more T power.

CITY ALIEN

2009-06-22T22:10:00.000-07:00

This weekend I visited Silverhill, a small community founded by Swedish farmers, to celebrate the 90th anniversary of its community hall. It's only a one room log cabin in the middle of the woods, but it was amazing to see just a simple building bring together so many people and generations.

I was in a pretty bad mood driving in from the city but as soon as I got there my spirits lifted and I couldn't help but feel changed from the support and togetherness of these people. They would do anything for each other. Their parents were best friends and now they were best friends. They trade lettuce for eggs and quilts for cows. They still make people like this?? Yes, they do. Although some of them were my family I felt a bit envious of their stories and connections with each other. I felt like a cold, angry city alien watching the scene.

So where I'm at in life I think the best way for me to achieve that same sense of community is to start a monthly dance party. I'm talkin' a serious dance-til-you-bust-a-toe party. Also I'm going to create a barter system so we don't have to worry about money ever again. Stay tuned....

A GLIMPSE INTO MY FUTURE (IF I'M LUCKY!!)

2009-06-18T01:46:00.000-07:00

MY NEW FAVOURITE SONG

2009-06-04T15:20:00.000-07:00

Makes me want to run for hills of Sweden and dance with the Indians too. Her scarf/hat combo is right up my alley. Oh and I really love her smudgy crazy lady blue eyeliner!

Jenny Wilson - Like A Fading Rainbow

GIMME

2009-05-19T10:47:00.000-07:00

I know I shouldn't be thinking about fall but I love the new Alexander Wang. Does anyone else love those hats or is it just me?

GOLD

2009-05-17T21:12:00.000-07:00

UNDERGROUND LIFE CHANGES

2009-05-17T09:56:00.000-07:00

I dreamed last night I was stuck in a crawl space. It had dirt walls and I was not able to stand. I didn't know where I was so I kept asking everybody over and over. All they could say was "...but you are dead." Purgatory. If you want to know where purgatory is, it's a moist little crawl space somewhere between heaven and hell, deep in the Earth's crust. Pretty scary stuff, I tell you what. I just started praying and praying for a way out. Sounds like pretty text book purgatory rules, but it worked. I woke up. I am here. Is this Heaven? Yay! I'm going hiking in the sun now!!!!

I LOVE SERGE AND JANE

2009-05-16T11:40:00.000-07:00

I'm sorry but it just doesn't get any better than these two. Amazing in every way.

Porque Te Vas

2009-05-15T14:45:00.000-07:00

If you are looking for a little piece of Spanish gold you should watch Cria Cuervos. This scene is pretty much amazing. Ana Torrent is incredible.

LADY TROPICAL

2009-05-05T18:52:00.000-07:00

Tu Tu circa 1950

I’ve decided I need to make a trip to Maui ASAP. I love it there. I don’t care how on-the-beaten-path it is, I still love it. My Tutu (grandmother) lived there and I visited her so often when I was a kid I began to think I was Hawaiian. I keep dreaming about being there. It might have been the scent of the beautiful birthday flowers my sister gave me yesterday that seeped into my dreams, but I woke up today knowing I have to go. I usually have a good Maui dream every couple of months. It’s mostly me frolicking in the deep swells of the ocean or escaping a tsunami or two but I quite enjoy it. Anyway, I recently came across some paintings Tutu made while living there and they really inspired me. I want this to be the next place where I create something. Something tropical. Something involving music and Tomoe Ami. Is this possible? So, going to find a way to get there. Anyone wanna join me?

Tu Tu Paintings (excuse my bad camera phone pics)

Beautiful Flowers and beautiful kitty.

IT'S MY BIRTHDAY!!!

2009-05-04T00:54:00.000-07:00

That is all. Oh and if someone could find me one of these party outfits I would be forever grateful. Thanks!

SWINE FLU CUMBIA

2009-05-02T11:48:00.000-07:00

TOP THIS

2009-05-02T11:23:00.000-07:00

Actually makes me want to puke a little.

THE LAST JUNIOR MINT ON EARTH

2009-04-14T20:43:00.000-07:00

So I was rolling around on the floor playing with my sweet kitten Jammu when I noticed a single Junior Mint...just lying there under the couch. Oh hello there. How did you end up down there? I quickly put it in my mouth and then wondered...whose Junior Mint is this anyway? It doesn't matter. I like Junior Mints. Anyhoo, I thought I would tell you a bit about my Top 5 All-Time Candy Picks...and why I love them so.

#1 TRIPLE BLAST SUCKERS - I wish I had a picture for you all, but Willy Wonka sadly discontinued this product. These suckers were the creamiest most delicious suckers in the whole world. Each layer was a brilliant surprise ranging from sweet to sour to creamy to heaven. If I ever find one again I will simply cry.

#2 FUN DIP - I love the powdery goodness that is Fun Dip. The edible dipping stick they provide is both practical and delicious; it instinctively knows just how much sour sugar to grab each time. The powder is never too harsh and won't leave holes in your tongue... like certain other unnamed candies which may or may not rhyme with Shmixie Shticks.

#3 BOTTLE CAPS - I can't seem to find these anymore, where are they? They provide you with a nice solid crunch and a pop drink flavour that will leave you begging for more. Don't suck on bottle caps - just crunch as hard and fast as you can. Root Beer is my favourite kind...what's yours?

#4 LOTSA FIZZ - Man I love these ones. My only complaint is that the package keeps getting shorter and shorter every year. They used to be like ten feet long when I was a kid, I swear. These ones are amazing for sucking or crunching. They have a spectacular powdery fizz in the middle that will take you away to a magical fizzy mountaintop. I wish they would just sell the powder on it's own, I would keep it on the dinner table like salt and pepper.

#5 STRAWBERRY MARSHMALLOWS - This is bound to be a controversial pick so allow me to explain. Save these pillowy bastards for the end of a candy binge. They are a perfect sugar hangover remedy. They are not too sweet and they cleanse the palate, leaving you rejuvenated and guilt-free. Enjoy!

FINDS OF THE WEEK

2009-04-13T14:57:00.000-07:00

NOT SO BOARD, AFTER ALL...

2009-04-13T13:56:00.000-07:00

So, I'm sitting at my sister's house and I notice that she has a selection of the most unappealing but amazing looking boardgames I have ever seen. I think they deserve a mention for the artwork alone. I secretly want to play them; I love a good corporate conquest.

I HATE TRICKERY

2009-04-01T15:37:00.000-07:00

Can I just say I hate April Fools Day? It makes me sick. I hate tricks. I hate being tricked...and trick-ing. The whole ritual fills me with deep anxiety. In elementary school, I would fake sick every April 1st to avoid the obligatory barrage of clever gags and hilarious pranks. I declare April 2nd to be Straightforward Day, where people say things and then they follow through in a simple manner. Okay?

NEW MARKETING LOW

2009-03-07T13:03:00.001-08:00

I mean if 17vampirecrystal says to watch this it must be good.

TOP 5 CHILD ACTORS

2009-02-28T23:24:00.000-08:00

Suck it Dakota and kid from Jerry Maguire. Big prize if you can name them all.

J'adore....

2009-02-27T20:13:00.000-08:00

I LOVE THIS LADY

2009-02-27T19:07:00.000-08:00

Just finished watching Sunset Boulevard. Wondering...is it possible to be an awesome crazy washed-up movie star like this...without having been an actual movie star?

DREAMING IN GUSTAVIAN

2009-02-27T12:00:00.000-08:00

LAYING TRACKS

2009-02-26T10:40:00.000-08:00

I recently discovered parts of a toy train set in my dad's attic. He has lived in the same house since he was 2 so I imagine he was just done playing with it one day and it's sat there ever since. He then went on to become a train engineer, so I don't think he missed it. I'm now obsessed with trying to assemble a train set in my house. It would have to be a vintage set though, not too much plastic. I want it to be fairly discreet, just a train swishing by in the background from time to time. It would feel like Christmas all year

WHAT'S GOOD NOW - ISLAND INSPIRATION

2009-02-26T09:32:00.000-08:00

MY KIND OF BABY

2009-02-26T08:18:00.000-08:00

FELINE SPRING LINE 2009

2009-02-08T22:26:00.000-08:00

FULL TIME EXPLORER

2009-02-07T12:49:00.000-08:00

I woke up today at 12pm. I hate it when I do that. I feel gross and the apartment always seems too hot. Must of been the Nyquil I took last night. I didn't really neeeeed it, but sometimes I enjoy a little cough syrup lullaby. Anyway, today I am not going to let my late rising ruin my day, today I'm going to go exploring. I should go before it gets dark, but I'll let you know what treasures I find.

FANCY LADIES

2009-02-01T18:11:00.001-08:00

So I was out last night having a drink at my local tavern (which apparently turned into a brief case under the table singles bar overnight). Sitting next to me was this table of 40 somethings having a great time, but when I looked again and I noticed that they were only about 20! They were all seriously dressed like a cross between Lady Di and Hillary Clinton. Even their hair was looking old! Is this what the kids are doing these days? Lady Di IS pretty hot!

THE GENERAL VIBE

BUT ON CLOSER INSPECTION THEY WERE QUITE FANCY

THE HAIR

THE DRESS

THE JEWELRY

WHO LET THESE GUYS IN THE SUPERBOWL?

2009-02-01T17:18:00.000-08:00

So I'm sitting here watching Bruce Springsteen and the E Street Band perform at the Superbowl halftime show and who do I see on stage but Max Weinberg from Conan O'Brien, and Steven Van Zandt from the Sopranos! Little did I know they ARE the E Street Band! What the hell, how come no one tells me about these things? I also saw La Bamba from Conan in the mix, but I think he just snuck on there. Ok, that's enough it's making me feel a little nauseous talking about it for so long.

HERO

2009-01-29T18:11:00.000-08:00

Not to be confused with

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MEET ME NEAR THE CREEK

2009-01-27T22:10:00.000-08:00

So, with the threat of being laid off next week (along with the rest of this country) I've decided I'm going to skip town and head to the creek. I'm going to get back to the roots of this province and search for GOLD!! Wait, that might not actually be our roots, but that is what I imagine! I really would enjoy living in a little trappers cabin deep in the woods some place. I would get up, make my campfire coffee and head out in search of my favourite precious metal. Don't these guys just make you want to live simple but wild!? So what do you say, meet me near the creek?

FASHION FLASH

2009-01-26T13:48:00.000-08:00

So yesterday out of the blue a crazy fashion prediction came to me. First I saw sunflowers, then hats, then Blossom!! I don't know how I know but I think we will be seeing a lot more of this in 2009!

BOG PEOPLE HOT LIST!!!!!

2009-01-25T17:08:00.000-08:00

1.Yde Girl - Netherlands 9AD

What she would look like today. Daayaam guurrl!

2.Grauballe Man - Denmark 290 BC

3.Tollund Man - Denmark 350 BC

SEE YOU IN MY DREAMS MR.ESCALANTE

2009-01-24T03:17:00.000-08:00

BALDWINS

2009-01-24T02:53:00.001-08:00

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Blogging It Up!

2009-01-23T23:32:00.000-08:00

Viking Yard Sale is open for business! It only took me 3 hours to figure out how to set this dang thing up! I have major blogging anxiety now. I guess I should have figured out how to do this in the 90's with everyone else. Well, welcome to the yard sale everyone, take your time, have a look around!