It's snowing!

I love being home, staying cozy and warm when it snows. I even enjoy walking in freshly fallen snow, in a pleasantly muffled world forced to slow down. I hate, however, driving in the snow, and the general mayhem which ensues after a "snow storm" in Washington. Paul and I had fun Friday night playing in the snow. We eventually decided to try and take my car Blanche out for a spin (fortunately not a literal spin), and ventured to the wonderful world of the mall!

Christmas 2008

I have had so much fun decorating for Christmas this year, as it is the first year I am actually living somewhere which isn't a "short stay." I even sprung for the $43.00 Christmas tree (for some reason the tree I purchased was more expensive than the taller trees...but I had to get a tree that would fit in my flat...and yes, I do call the apartment a flat, it just sounds more fun...plus my flat is swanky, 1960's, so I can't call it something prosaic like an apartment).

When good shoes see their end

I've had these Steve Madden shoes for awhile, and they are one of my favorite pairs. Sadly I have worn them out with constant wear. It is strange to get attached to something, but I think of all the trips I have taken in these. I met my little niece Elise for the first time wearing these shoes. I walked downtown with Paul during Christmas time in these shoes. So farewell beautiful, simples shoes. I will miss you.