I got blue and green streaks in my hair for Dragon*con.

But they don't look exactly like I thought they would. My colleague Kate says I look like a peacock. :-\

A New Hat

My church supports an orphanage in Durbin, South Africa, and every year, a group of parishioners goes to visit, helping out around the orphanage and meeting the children. Well, this year, two of the parishioners brought me back a present...a red and black woven hat in the Zulu style.

It's very similar to this one, only the red is much brighter and in greater contrast to the black.

More fun with Miss Universe 2010

Miss Jamaica. She is so going to win.


Miss France


Miss Puerto Rico, whose costume does not appear to cover her ladybits.


Miss Aruba!


Miss Trinidad Tobago! I'm sensing a theme from the Carribean nations.


Miss South Africa. Gorgeous colors.

Fun with Miss Universe 2010

Miss Canada. Fabulous!


Miss Ghana. Also fabulous!


Miss Ecuador


Miss Turkey


Miss Nigeria

And last, but not least (tacky)...


Miss USA

Pics from Project Rungay (http://projectrungay.blogspot.com/). You must go read it, because TLo have some hilarious commentary to go along with the pics.

My White Collar Boyz...

Looking particularly fetching on the set of the show:





I tend to prefer Peter to Neal, but I will say this. If Matt Bomer is not the most genetically gifted young man on television, he will do, until that guy comes along. 'Cause damn.

There is no more elegant garment in the world...

...than a well-draped sari. Here are a few lush, gorgeous pieces from Delhi's very first Couture Week.

J.J. Valaya









PallaviJaikishan



Varun Bahal





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Pics courtesy of Project Rungay

Today was an auspicious day.

I began my program of budget austerity and more healthful and frugal eating. I spent the weekend cooking and freezing food in various sized portions, so that I can bring my lunch to work for the next 6 weeks. I also have stocked up on fresh fruits and vegetables from Eric and Stephanie, who own a local farm and sell their produce in their front yard.

I have seeded and coarsely chopped peppers to freeze for use in the fall and winter. I also intend to make my own pickles, and I may freeze containers of fruit, if I can find some nice peaches or berries.