Some of my favorite patterns, surfaces and textiles in my new apartment. I love having each of these in my daily life.
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Music to Your Ears: Recurrents
(warwick saint for i-d, 3/99)
I just can’t listen to enough music these days. I’ve also been doing a lot of DJing for my office mates at work. From time to time, we have what we call Power Hours in which I pick (or take a request for) a specific musician/band. We then listen to that artist for as long is left in the day, or until the Power Hour reaches another such natural conclusion. A few of our recents that quickly come to mind are Tina Turner, Ella Fitzgerald, The Brian Ferry Orchestra The Jazz Age and Elvis Presley. It makes for a good time.
Meanwhile, I’ve also been building my own rotation:
Coast To Coast
L: How do you keep up with the news?
F: I mostly listen to NPR. Honestly, I don’t really like the news, so I keep my exposure to it at a minimum.
L: What’s your favorite style trend of the moment?
F: I am pretty into the turban trend. I know it’s a bit last year but peeps in Los Angeles are sporting them. I use a bandana and make it into a faux turban sometimes. I think it’s fun.
L: Do you have a bike?
F: Nope, but I am in the market for one. I really miss being able to walk everywhere in NYC. In LA, you get the feeling that you could bike a lot if you had one.
L: What’s something you’ve learned over the past few days?
F: I am on day 24 of my 40 day mental detox. It is about subtle mental shifts toward creating greater happiness. I have learned that when you make someone special (especially yourself) you create an unrealistic imbalance in your relationships. It is awesome to see everyone as equal.
L: Do you think it’s funny that we pose these questions to each other every week?
F: I think it is funny, however I like it. We usually ask each other questions that we wouldn’t actually ask each other directly when we are talking on the phone. It keeps me updated on things that I care about in your life. Plus, I miss you.
Picturesque
As you may know, every week we post pictures that our friends have taken throughout the week. Here are this weeks pics:
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Liz – Refuge, Georgia
Just another day at the office. Swamped in Okefnokee Wildlife.
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Kelley – Los Angeles, California
The view from our room at the Four Seasons.
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Dave – Denver, Colorado
New pups.
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Ted – Los Angeles, California
Taxidermy store in West Hollywood
Life size Simpsons at Salvage Store on La Brea
One Word, Two Ways: Plant
When Farrell moved out of New York, I inherited her plants and they have completely changed the feel of my apartment. They literally add so much my life to my space. I’ve been waiting for the nicer weather to come to do some repotting, and I think the time is either near or here.
It’s about time for something new
You got to grow, got to grow
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I have officially planted my herb garden! Because we have no outdoor space, I bought 3 planters for underneath my long window. It was hard to decide what herbs to plant and how to pair them. After extensive research on drainage and pairing herbs, I was set. Here they are in all of their glory!
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Planter 1: Dill, Rosemary, Sage
Planter 2: Jalapeno, Cilantro, Jalapeno
Planter 3: Apple Mint, Peppermint
I know there are many other herbs to have in your life, however I felt like these were a great start. Yay!!
Desert Sessions
I know that I have posted about Tinariwen before, but this video deserves another shout out. I found this video while searching on Youtube the other day and I was transfixed. Tinariwen and the dudes from TV on the Radio organized a desert jam session. The two bands spent 8 days in Mali recording their album Tassili. Watching this makes me want to travel again – something I didn’t think I would say for a very long time.
Enjoy your weekend!
An Unfortunate Accident
Coast to Coast
F: What is your favorite green smoothie/juice combo?
L: I think the basic frozen mango, spinach and banana (and water) smoothie is endlessly delicious. Lately I’ve been using kale instead of spinach which is fine except that it doesn’t blend as well.
F: What have you been using to wash and moisturize your face?
L: I’ve been using First Aid Beauty’s cleanser and moisturizer. I think they are really solid products. I had also been using a moisturizing oil sometimes at night but I ran out. Occasionally, I’ll use coconut oil.
F: How was the Taking It Offline event? Are you planning on having another one?
L: It went well! It was a great first group and I found it interesting to hear about the way people are connecting their online & offline lives. We are hoping to host another one and will definitely post details about it soon. Also, if anyone wants to join the mailing list, you can do that here.
F: What is your favorite book and why?
L: I’m not sure I have an answer to that question. In the past I would have said The Unbearable Lightness of Being. However, the older I get, the less I like it. I’d say I haven’t yet read my favorite book.
F: What do you do these days to pass the time on the subway?
L: Apropos of your last question, I’ve actually started downloading books on my iPhone. At first I wasn’t so into it and it lacks the sexiness of reading a physical book, but practically, it’s great. Right now, along with everyone else I’m sure, I’m re-reading The Great Gatsby.
Oats and Honey
I was cleaning my kitchen the other day when I decided to throw some ingredients together and make a face mask. I had some extra so I even put some on my arms and legs. My skin felt amazing after. I suggest you give it a go!
BENEFITS
- Oats are mositurizing, cleansing, anti-inflammatory and mildly exfoliating. They are perfect for all skin types.
- Honey has an anti-bacterial component as well as helps absorb moisture. It also provides protection agains the sun.
- Yogurt aids in the anti-aging process of the skin as well as fights acne while soothing the skin.
Picturesque
Per usual, we’ve got some pictures from last week to kick off this week. Hope you have a lovely day!
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Farrell – Los Angeles, California
Before my second kundalini yoga class. I am still sore 3 days later!
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Al – Arcadia, California
California wildfire.
This guy knows what’s up!
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Lauren – New York, NY
After dinner at the New York Foundation for the Arts Benefit.
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