When I was 12, I saw this commercial, or one of the gazillion others she did
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xvpd3-gOiZU
And I HAD to have Calvin Klein jeans. For months, I told my parents that all I wanted for Christmas was a pair of Calvin Klein jeans. The closest they could come in our podunk town were purple corduroy Calvin Klein pants available at the Navy Exchange (remember people, this was 1980).
Christmas came, and next to the fireplace was a pair of Calvin Klein purple cords. For me. I was so happy. I wore them all.the.time.
Flash forward to today. I'm at the outlet mall, ostensibly looking for a new suit to go with my new job, but I see a Calvin Klein store. Chock full of jeans. And I have to try on a skinny pair. And they fit. And they were only $40.
I was tempted to tell my story to the lady who helped me, since she's old enough to remember the Brooke Shields commercials. But she was busy, and I couldn't take the time bring the 20-something guy behind the register up to speed. Instead I called my mom and asked if she remembered the purple corduroy CK pants. She didn't, but she enjoyed the story anyway.
Now I'm waiting for Friday so I can wear my CK jeans. 'Cuz nothing comes between me and my Calvins ;)
Sunday, August 24, 2008
Saturday, August 23, 2008
Something for little feet
My latest creations :)
The buttons are little white cats with pink faces. I love these!
Start spreading the news...
Guess where we went last Sunday!
That's right, the Bronx!
Ha ha. We went to see the Yankees play one of their final games at Yankees Stadium. It was a sweet deal--bus ride to the ballpark, 2 ginormous sandwiches, 2 drinks, ticket to the game. Who could ask for anything more?
Views from our seats:
A little steep, no? You felt like you'd get pitched out of your seat if you leaned forward a bit. But strangely enough, you get used to it.
See what's behind my husband? Yep, one more row of seats, then we're at the top of the stadium.
Oh yeah, and an obstructed view. But I'm not complaining ;)
Let's see, what else did we see?
Memorial Park. The guy behind us spent the game trying to figure out who was who. Can anyone get them all? (Chris, I'll bet you can.)
Brooklyn Bridge? The husband asked me and I didn't know. Can anyone ID it for me?
The new stadium, just next door.
The first pitch of the game. I love getting a picture of everyone set up to start the game. Mike Mussina was pitching ("Moooooooose!" or "Booooo!" if you're an Orioles fan ;)
It was a fun game. Our seats were under cover, so we enjoyed the breezes that came through on an 85-degree day in NYC. The people around us were really nice, and everyone got into the game (of course). Mike Mussina pitched a good game There were home runs on a regular basis, including a grand slam. And at least one person hit a triple, a feat that always amazes me.
We left when the score got to:
As we headed back, I got a shot of The City out of the bus window. Funny story--on the way in, a kid behind me asked if that was Philadelphia.
That's right, the Bronx!
Ha ha. We went to see the Yankees play one of their final games at Yankees Stadium. It was a sweet deal--bus ride to the ballpark, 2 ginormous sandwiches, 2 drinks, ticket to the game. Who could ask for anything more?
Views from our seats:
A little steep, no? You felt like you'd get pitched out of your seat if you leaned forward a bit. But strangely enough, you get used to it.
See what's behind my husband? Yep, one more row of seats, then we're at the top of the stadium.
Oh yeah, and an obstructed view. But I'm not complaining ;)
Let's see, what else did we see?
Memorial Park. The guy behind us spent the game trying to figure out who was who. Can anyone get them all? (Chris, I'll bet you can.)
Brooklyn Bridge? The husband asked me and I didn't know. Can anyone ID it for me?
The new stadium, just next door.
The first pitch of the game. I love getting a picture of everyone set up to start the game. Mike Mussina was pitching ("Moooooooose!" or "Booooo!" if you're an Orioles fan ;)
It was a fun game. Our seats were under cover, so we enjoyed the breezes that came through on an 85-degree day in NYC. The people around us were really nice, and everyone got into the game (of course). Mike Mussina pitched a good game There were home runs on a regular basis, including a grand slam. And at least one person hit a triple, a feat that always amazes me.
We left when the score got to:
As we headed back, I got a shot of The City out of the bus window. Funny story--on the way in, a kid behind me asked if that was Philadelphia.
New haircut!
OK, it may not look that different, but she took a few inches off and the layers are almost grown out. I love how it turned out. Thanks Sue!
Friday, August 22, 2008
The Joys of Home Ownership
I mean that in a good way.
We had the landscaper come give us a quote on finishing up the front yard. We can't afford it until the spring, but he did recommend new mulch for our existing landscaping. After agreeing on a price, he magically appeared and left us brand spanking new (deep!) mulch, spread nicely among the plants.
And the driveway sealer came yesterday. Let me say, the curb appeal of our house is amazing right now.
Lots more to share, I just need time to upload pictures, etc. Hopefully this weekend.
We had the landscaper come give us a quote on finishing up the front yard. We can't afford it until the spring, but he did recommend new mulch for our existing landscaping. After agreeing on a price, he magically appeared and left us brand spanking new (deep!) mulch, spread nicely among the plants.
And the driveway sealer came yesterday. Let me say, the curb appeal of our house is amazing right now.
Lots more to share, I just need time to upload pictures, etc. Hopefully this weekend.
Wednesday, August 13, 2008
Monday, August 11, 2008
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