The housecoat vs. The Mu-Mu: my candid review

I've been joking about getting a mu-mu for a long time. Then the joke turned into a serious consideration, then I decided to stop messing around and just go for it. I wanted both a housecoat and a mu-mu, although I don't really know if they are different. For my purposes we will call a housecoat one that snaps, buttons, or zips up the front. A mu-mu is more like what Hawaiian ladies wear. First, I'll review the housecoat. I'm not going to lie. Every time I wear it I feel like a piece of my childhood slips away. That said, it's awesome. It's nice and roomy; tent-like, even. It's lightweight and airy. I will say the snaps can become cumbersome. I got the thing for ease and comfort and I don't really want to spend, like 15 seconds, buttoning up. The snaps ARE a nice feature when I have rollers in my hair because I can remove the housecoat without messin' up my 'do. Now onto the mu-mu. Simply stated it is heaven. Heaven in a Hawaiian print dress. I make no apologies for this. I love everything about it and even though my husband won't admit it, I think he loves it too. He loves the deep v-neck, the shorter hemline, the baggy fit that makes you wonder what womanly curves are hiding underneath, oh but wait... did she step into the sunlight and show that this dress is actually quite threadbare? I'm certain that's what happened but it was a fleeting moment... a moment of pure bliss. The mu-mu is wonderful. It's changed my life. I might have another baby just so I can have a comfortable mumu pregnancy. In simple terms: Housecoat - 3.5 stars, Mu-Mu - 5 stars.

Last post today, I promise...

Okay, I will not post 4 times in one day ever again. Promise. However this is too good not to share, actual classified ad: "Free red cough please come pick it up asap. I'm moving and have no room." Ummmmmm.... I'm good. But thanks for not wanting to charge me for it.

Great KSL Finds...

My house is loaded with stuff I've found on KSL. If you haven't checked out the classified section on KSL.com yet, what rock have you been hiding under. People ask me how I find such great stuff on a classifieds site... well, it's an obsession really. I find great stuff all the time.... great stuff I cannot use. I'll pass these along from time to time, now is one of those times. Someone should really get this blue and white chair. It's amazing.

Here is the ad: http://www.ksl.com/index.php?nid=218&cat=364&ad=21659187 Someone else (or the same someone) should really buy these fantastic Queen Anne chairs.

Here is the ad for these: http://www.ksl.com/index.php?nid=218&cat=364&ad=21849615 You're welcome for imparting such knowledge.

But I just really love Chick-Fil-A

Okay, folks, you who are also Facebook friends know I don't typically get into politics on that forum. I don't like the controversy and the ability people have to comment so easily. That said, I'll post here as much political stuff as I want... which still won't be that much. I found this gem on pinterest the other day and I love, love, love it.

I can't think of a better way to truly express how I feel about the Chick-Fil-A controversy. It's not that I'm blissfully ignorant: it's that I'm fully aware that being ignorant is bliss. I like when people stand up for what they believe in, but I also like it when they're consistent. In an effort to assist you all I've compiled (and by compiled I mean I've googled) lists of companies you can no longer support. If you stand with Chick-Fil-A and support their stance on traditional marriage, here are some companies you should also no longer affiliate yourselves with: Levi's, American Apparel, Nike, Microsoft, American Airlines, Apple, Google, Starbucks, Boeing, IBM, Ben & Jerry's (friggin' hippies),General Mills, Target (made both lists, somehow, so no one should shop there I guess) Where are you fools going to buy your computers???? If you plan to BOYCOTT Chick-Fil-A because of their stance on gay marriage (which, bt-dubs, they're a Christian company that's closed on Sunday, why was this so shocking? Anyone? Anyone????) here is a list of companies for you to avoid: Urban Outfitters (shocking, right?), Exxon Mobil, WalMart, A-1 Self Storage, The Salvation Army, Amway (I might use this as an excuse to avoid the MLM), Target (RIP, Taget, no one can shop there any more) Listen, my point in all this is not to convince anyone of anything other than if we REALLY got into the nitty gritty of what corporations support and what corporations DO, we couldn't shop anywhere. Just consider this the next time you take a social stance... and be consistent. YAY for chicken!!!

Alright, folks, I'm back...

I've toyed with this notion of actually updating this blog many a time. I am finally at a place where I think I'd like to do it. Here are some of the things you'll find here: - Recipes I find that are worth sharing. I will not post original recipes, I will post links to recipes. - Good stuff I find on the internet... Like actual good stuff. I browse the local classifieds and find stuff I'd like to buy but have no place for it, I'll post those items here for your enjoyment. - Weird stuff I find on the internet. This includes, but is not limited to pinterest posts, articles, ideas, etc. - Social commentary on the things that happen to me in my daily life. I hope you enjoy! Also, for some reason, ever since I switched to a Mac, my paragraphs don't show up when I publish. Does anyone know how to fix this? Thanks suh much.

Really?!?! You get featured on Etsy and you use this picture?!?!

It may just be me, but this picture doesn't nessecarily make me wanna run out and

buy her wool or cashmere underwear.  It kinda makes me wanna nominate her for the show "hoarders."

Snakes and Smiles

I just like this dude's smile. I know you will too.

Forget a Hover round!

Now this lady has got it right.  Why spend all that money on a hover round when your "sitting" on the answer.  The reasons I think we all should do this-
1) can you imagine how great her calves are? She probably has calves of steel!
2) It is budget friendly.  Almost every store you walk in has an office section with demo's set up
3) It is Eco friendly.  No batteries no waste.
4) It's got arm rests.
5) If you want to bring your own, all you would need to do is "bungee" it to the bumper of your car!
6) You can do Awesome 360's! Spins everyone would be jealous of.
7) You have an excuse to wear your AWESOME headband.  Now are you asking your self why an office chair gives you an excuse to wear a headband?!?! Well, I don't really know.... It just does.
8) If you decide you want to stop and read for awhile, well, you don't have to look for somewhere to sit, cuz you're already there!

9)two birds with one stone. exercising while shopping.

10) If you decide you need to do some office work, No need to go to the office. cuz wherever you go, your at your desk.

I love people suh much! It's gal's like this that make my life worth living.  So thank you office chair beauty! This one's for you!

Photo's courtesy of Mathew Noftle copyright pending

What is up with this pose?

No, seriously. What is up with everyone taking pictures of their outfits while they stand like this? I know a total of ZERO pigeon-toed people. Although looking at fashion blogs has led me to believe it's a much more common condition than I actually thought.

Why I Love to Hate Pinterest

Pinterest is perhaps the best time-suck I've ever encountered. If you don't know what it is, please ask someone else. I have tried to explain it to many of my friends and I don't do a good job.

It is jam packed with ideas that make me feel creative, trendy, and in the know even though I am none of these things. I see crafts that I am certain I could recreate even though the last time I created something was at Super Saturday during 8th grade fall break.

Yeah, it's been a while.

Anyway, Pinterest is laden with crap too. I don't get why some people feel compelled to bookmark some of that stuff for future use.

Perhaps the best-worst thing about Pinterest is the "Bucket List" pins.

Heaven help me.

Either those things are totally attainable (e.g. Have a white Christmas) or the complete opposite (e.g. Meet Emma Stone). What is wrong with you? Where are you going to PLAN to meet a celebrity??? Anyway, those stupid things deserve their own post.

I will regularly update the blog with pinterest findings but to date here are some of the best:



A toothbrush holder for STRAWS??? Who is carrying around all these straws? Wouldn't it make more sense to use the toothbrush holder for a toothbrush?



This is post it art. POST IT ART. Really? Whomever created this has absolutely zero experience with post its. Otherwise they know this masterpiece will have holes in it as those notes gracefully float to the floor one at a time starting next week. Also, who has a nook in their wall like this in order to accommodate such a masterpiece?



A clever way to eliminate the clutter caused by makeup, finally. That bag that fits in my drawer is so obtrusive!



HOW DOES THIS MAKE YOUR LIFE EASIER????



I want to be first in line to place my newborn baby with the most sensitive skin on God's green earth on top of this mangy, wire haired, man-eater. Thanks. And you'll only charge me $500 for this priceless image? Small price to pay.



Anyone who thinks this is cute or funny needs a lesson in what is actually cute and funny. Also, that thing your "wiping the seaty" with had better be a clorox wipe and not your used toilet paper.



This is supposed to be a toddler bed. No really, it is. Or a dog bed. I guess people won't realize it's actually an upside down table.

But it is.

That's what it is.

A table.

On it's top.

Pretending to be a bed of sorts.

Seriously.

Why this blog?

I see some weird crap, in my daily life and while perusing the Internet and since I have a lot to say about this stuff I thought I'd write it all down for anyone else who might enjoy my musings.

Also, I might throw in a good recipe I've tried as to combat the negativity you may see on this blog.

If you feel you have what it takes to contribute to this exclusive blog, please let me know. I would love to have you add your funnieness.... but only if you're really funny.