Friday, February 3, 2012
Friday, July 15, 2011
I like beer
In case you don't get the Tom T. Hall reference, listen up.
I like beer. I also like wine, vodka and tequila, but since Microfestivus is coming up in August, I'll talk about drinking beer and festivals.
Microfestivus is that magical sweaty time in the hottest part of summer... a place relationships begin and end (OK maybe I'm the only person who has ever been dumped after an adult beverage festival), friendships are made in line for the porta-john and old acquaintances are avoided. Beers are tested and loved or rejected. People are friendly to strangers as they wait in line patiently for a 4 ounce taste of a yummy new beer. Happy times.
This pic is from Big Lick Brewtopia 2011, in Salem VA.
This year is the 14th Microfestivus run by the Square Society in Roanoke VA. It promises to be a freakin' good time. I'm volunteering to pour beer for a couple of hours. Hopefully it will be with Ommegang Brewery. Come see me if you're there! They make yummy Belgian style beer. Good stuff. If you want more info, you can check out Microfestivus here here and Ommegang here.
This one is from the first annual Rocktown Beer and Music Festival 2011, in Harrisonburg VA.
What is it with me and the giant sunglasses? I just don't know.
What kind of beer do you drink? What should I try this year?
I like beer. I also like wine, vodka and tequila, but since Microfestivus is coming up in August, I'll talk about drinking beer and festivals.
Microfestivus is that magical sweaty time in the hottest part of summer... a place relationships begin and end (OK maybe I'm the only person who has ever been dumped after an adult beverage festival), friendships are made in line for the porta-john and old acquaintances are avoided. Beers are tested and loved or rejected. People are friendly to strangers as they wait in line patiently for a 4 ounce taste of a yummy new beer. Happy times.
This year is the 14th Microfestivus run by the Square Society in Roanoke VA. It promises to be a freakin' good time. I'm volunteering to pour beer for a couple of hours. Hopefully it will be with Ommegang Brewery. Come see me if you're there! They make yummy Belgian style beer. Good stuff. If you want more info, you can check out Microfestivus here here and Ommegang here.
What is it with me and the giant sunglasses? I just don't know.
What kind of beer do you drink? What should I try this year?
Thursday, June 16, 2011
I don't usually discuss politics, but…
Weiner Resigns
Why the overwhelming pressure on Anthony Weiner to resign when a former POTUS set a precedent for him? I don't remember Bill Clinton getting this much pressure to resign after having an extra-marital affair IN THE WHITE HOUSE. Don't get me wrong though, I'm of the opinion that Anthony Weiner is a liar and agree with his resignation.
I believe all politicians (Democrats or Republican, there's no difference when it comes to responsibilities) should make the American people their highest priority. If they can't, they shouldn't be allowed to represent the American people.
Gini B
Why the overwhelming pressure on Anthony Weiner to resign when a former POTUS set a precedent for him? I don't remember Bill Clinton getting this much pressure to resign after having an extra-marital affair IN THE WHITE HOUSE. Don't get me wrong though, I'm of the opinion that Anthony Weiner is a liar and agree with his resignation.
I believe all politicians (Democrats or Republican, there's no difference when it comes to responsibilities) should make the American people their highest priority. If they can't, they shouldn't be allowed to represent the American people.
Gini B
Wednesday, June 15, 2011
You're my inspiration
I have several goals in life - totally attainable - only two of which are to lose weight and to free up some closet space. I've decided that I need some daily inspiration and plan to kill 2 birds with one stone. I've never liked birds anyway.
Here's the plan:
I have some awesome dresses that are a wee bit too small, so I hung them up on the wall in my closet (which was originally a second bedroom, but I live alone, so why not make it useful?)
Why yes, that is a vintage Lilly Pulitzer hostess dress, thank you for asking!
Now, my closets aren't so cluttered, I have unique and what I consider to be beautiful wall decor, and I'm reminded every day to put the damn Double Stuf Oreos down.
P.S. I got the idea from hanging clothes on the wall from Freckles in downtown Roanoke :)
UPDATE 02/28/12: Guess who's still a big fat fat-ass and can't fit into any of these clothes? This girl!
Here's the plan:
I have some awesome dresses that are a wee bit too small, so I hung them up on the wall in my closet (which was originally a second bedroom, but I live alone, so why not make it useful?)
Now, my closets aren't so cluttered, I have unique and what I consider to be beautiful wall decor, and I'm reminded every day to put the damn Double Stuf Oreos down.
I found the little acrylic paintings at a yard sale for $1. A child may have painted them, but I don't care. They're better than anything I've done.
Don't know if I can give up the Oreos cold turkey, but now my boring walls are colorful and joyous and every day will be a good day! I hope yours is a good day too!P.S. I got the idea from hanging clothes on the wall from Freckles in downtown Roanoke :)
UPDATE 02/28/12: Guess who's still a big fat fat-ass and can't fit into any of these clothes? This girl!
Wednesday, June 8, 2011
Lighten up, it's just FAshion.
So, I've decided that I need some summer dresses. I'm not morbidly obese by any means, but I am a little chunky in the middle, so I need some larger sized dresses. While shopping for these, I've come to a few conclusions:
1. I don't need to cover up my whole body. I've found some empire waist strapless dresses at Kohl's and Target that look fabulous and are so comfortable! Most have an elastic bodice that doesn't squeeze so much that I look like a can of poppin' fresh biscuits when it's first busted open. My arms don't look as big as they do when I wear something with tight sleeves either. If you choose to wear an empire waist style, just make sure it's not so baggy and full that you look like you're going to pop out a kid in a couple of months.
2. People were apparently smaller in the 1970s and before. They must have been! Based on the size of vintage clothing I wear, I'm an ideal candidate for gastric bypass surgery. When shopping at a thrift store or Goodwill, I now head straight to the plus sizes and look for cool vintage clothes. They're easily taken in (by a professional, not me) to fit like custom made clothing. Here's a pic of what I found last week.
Freakin' awesome, right? With some minor alterations it'll be updated for this century's style. I'm doing to have it chopped off into a short party dress, but in the mean time, here is a "before" picture. I'm aware that I need to pose better, but it's hard to learn when I have to use the timer on my camera to take my own pictures. At least I don't take creepy, pathetic pics in my mirror. *shudders*
My point is that whatever your size, buy stuff a little bigger, then have it tailored to fit. Even Tim Gunn will tell you that. Also, don't be concerned about the size number on the tag. Sizes will vary quite a bit. I can wear 8-18 depending on brand, age and style of clothing.
To sum up, show your assets (mineare my hooters is my smile), anything old can become current, and most importantly, size is just a number.
Hugs and kisses,
Gini B
PS. Thank you Michael Kors for my clever blog title, and thanks to Santino Rice for putting it in song.
1. I don't need to cover up my whole body. I've found some empire waist strapless dresses at Kohl's and Target that look fabulous and are so comfortable! Most have an elastic bodice that doesn't squeeze so much that I look like a can of poppin' fresh biscuits when it's first busted open. My arms don't look as big as they do when I wear something with tight sleeves either. If you choose to wear an empire waist style, just make sure it's not so baggy and full that you look like you're going to pop out a kid in a couple of months.
2. People were apparently smaller in the 1970s and before. They must have been! Based on the size of vintage clothing I wear, I'm an ideal candidate for gastric bypass surgery. When shopping at a thrift store or Goodwill, I now head straight to the plus sizes and look for cool vintage clothes. They're easily taken in (by a professional, not me) to fit like custom made clothing. Here's a pic of what I found last week.
Freakin' awesome, right? With some minor alterations it'll be updated for this century's style. I'm doing to have it chopped off into a short party dress, but in the mean time, here is a "before" picture. I'm aware that I need to pose better, but it's hard to learn when I have to use the timer on my camera to take my own pictures. At least I don't take creepy, pathetic pics in my mirror. *shudders*
My point is that whatever your size, buy stuff a little bigger, then have it tailored to fit. Even Tim Gunn will tell you that. Also, don't be concerned about the size number on the tag. Sizes will vary quite a bit. I can wear 8-18 depending on brand, age and style of clothing.
To sum up, show your assets (mine
Hugs and kisses,
Gini B
PS. Thank you Michael Kors for my clever blog title, and thanks to Santino Rice for putting it in song.
Wednesday, May 18, 2011
What could I possibly need from the laundromat?
Wednesday, May 4, 2011
Searching for the holy grail of vintage stuff
I've done quite a bit of research (shopping) to find awesome vintage stuff. It doesn't matter what kind of stuff, as long as it has character. I've been to every thrift store in Roanoke, and even visit thrift stores when I travel, but I've found the most awesome stuff is...
...in my Mom's jewelry drawer! Can you believe she has had this ring for ages and just pulled it out to show me a couple of weeks ago? She asked me to sell it for her. LOL, right Mama, I'll sell it and won't wear this costume-jewelry-piece-of-awesomeness.
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