Wednesday, January 21, 2009

January 21, 2009 -- Of rappers and men

Who doesn't love Joaquin Phoenix? A rare breed, he is in good with the ladies all the while most dudes recognize his swagger as well. Talent? Check. Looks? Check. Accidental / subconscious sense of style?* Check. Looking at his long hair and beard, one can't help but wonder, is he sloppy or is this a part of something bigger? Is this an expression of his individuality, an attempt to mock our pop-culture obsessed society that looks for a deeper meaning behind his laziness to groom?

My question is, how can I retire early from my day-to-day job in favor of doing something entirely different? I, too, no longer want to be in communications. Instead, I would rather be in training to become the next crazy female judge on "So You Think You Can Dance."

JP is a rapper now. Check out his raps below. In the background, you will see a painting of what looks like the Rokeby Venus by Velasquez.






*Accidental / subconscious sense of style -- several years ago, my dearest friend Lisa and I noted that men with authentic sense of style don't try to appear stylish. Perhaps it was something they were born with or grew up with. In any case, they looked effortless and, regardless of what they wore, they appeared "cool." To us anyway. We called them "accidentally stylish" or "subconsciously stylish."

Thursday, January 15, 2009

January 15, 2009 -- Other things one can buy

The idea was that in 2009 I will take my style to the next level. I will stop chasing after trendy steals and invest in classic pieces that will last forever and make every fashionista drool. While I am saving up the pennies for a stylish frock, people out there are ready to invest millions (literally) into something entirely different.

A San Diego Women's Studies co-ed has put her virginity up for an auction at the Moonlight Bunny Ranch in Nevada. Along with some not-so-virgin photos to entice the bidders. The highest bid is up to $3.7 million. Supposedly.

LOL@ her idea to give it up at the Moonlight Bunny Ranch, the 'upscale' brothel. LOL@ people amazed at a 22-year old virgin (Salt Lake City, UT, people!) LOL @ her older sister actually working at the ranch.

Since she finds her act "empowering," I can only wish her the best of luck. Although, I wonder if she would be OK having sex for free afterward. It would be a step down and I was always taught to trade up when it comes to relationships. Start with frogs, end with princes.

Wednesday, January 7, 2009

January 7, 2009 - Happy New Year!

Well, for some of us anyway.

My better half was looking for free stuff in Manhattan (what a thrifty cutie,) and stumbled upon this posting on Craigslist. Who says we can't all party as if we run Hollywood?

5L Heineken keg opened last night
Reply to: sale-976491797@craigslist.org
Date: 2009-01-01, 2:32PM

Hello, I have a 5L Heineken keg. We opened late last night but only drank a couple cups. It's in my fridge now. We don't plan to drink any more and don't want it to go bad. Please pick up by tonight!! Email with a time you can come. Washington Heights. Btw, we also have chicken feet - 6 - that my Chinese friend brought and that we don't intend to eat if you are interested.


it's NOT ok to contact this poster with services or other commercial interests

Original URL:http://newyork.craigslist.org/mnh/zip/976491797.html


P.S. Unfortunately the original post has been removed by now, but it was totally there.