Literally. Never thought it could happen but it did on Saturday morning. Of the six days a year it rains in Southern California, the sky decided  it was time to turn on mother nature’s sprinklers for my first parade appearance, which was canceled five minutes before show time! It was raining cats and dogs all [...]

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The colorful, cute, and imaginative stuff from Tokidoki now has a home in my backyard! Vinyl Pulse has some good shots of the new store and a peek at the VIP party that kicked off the Melrose grand opening. Last year I gave a co-worker for Christmas one of the small blind box toys bought [...]

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I love this idea. How many times have I browsed a shop on Melrose longingly petting the pretty frocks? More than I care to admit! All The Rage did a little write up on a new recession-inspired deal at House of Petro Zillia. Just in time for all those holiday parties, this LA designer has [...]

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As I was unpacking the family Christmas tree from storage this year, mama dearest says, “i think it’s time for new decorations this year.” it’s about time! the “color” tree decorations have not been updated in the last twenty years. being the recessionistas that we are, a visit to target was on our agenda Sunday [...]

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A few snapshots from a trip to Rodger’s Garden in Corona del Mar – the prettiest nursery in Southern California.  They are so pro they make chili peppers look good.

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