Pomp & Circumstance, Inc.

This photo encapsulates the aesthetics I most loved about the 80s.

(Yeah, there are only two of them. But it was–it is–a strong love.)

That New Romantic thing, considerably stripped down and made much hipper by Mr Cave here, on the left, and the unapologetic,  industrial-punk toughness of Mr Bargeld on the right–collectively, the best of those days.  (I was in grade school when this photo was taken, busily buying English music magazines and dressing like a freak, much to the concern of many a well-meaning adult.)

So go on, tell me: what were your favorite things about the 80s?

Carpet Treatment, Red Variety

I’ve been talking about the Oscars a lot lately — namely, that I want to attend them one of these years — and something my friend Dyana said reminded me of this post (from my previous blog), which is not about the Oscars, but the Golden Globes. Anyway, thinking of it made me laugh, and I thought you might enjoy reading it.

Thoughts on the Golden Globes

Lite Sites! Lite Sites! Read all about it!

Have you met my friend Sarah Bray? She’s a kick-ass designer (and entrepreneur, and wife and mama), and she’s recently launched something that’s going to knock your socks off. It’s called Lite Sites. Here’s what Sarah has to say about them:

LiteSites are gorgeous, customized pre-built websites that are packed with functionality and are built for you in just a week. Yep. One week from when you return my handy checklist, you will have a uniquely amazing website for less than half the cost and one-eighth of the time.

And:

One of the problems with templates and themes is that they are decidedly un-interesting. In order to make something that will appeal to everyone, designers end up making bland decisions that effectively un-brand you. I designed LiteSites as if I was designing a website for myself. I rocked these out. You can’t find sites like ‘em anywhere.

Also:

The “lite” in LiteSites refers to a cost-effective, simple process with a faster turn-around. The sites themselves have just as much functionality and capability as any other site I’ve developed. We can also add features a la carte if you’re into that sort of thing (such as PayPal integration or extra pages).

She’s not kidding, people–she TOTALLY rocked these out. Go and see. And then get in touch with her by clicking on the image below. Be sure to mention that you know me (or, you know, read me), so you can get your $100 off.

Now, don’t forget to put your socks back on.

A Story About Ping

This is not a story about a duck. (Sorry.)
Note: This is my first-ever video. How excitement! However, there is maybe an issue with image/sound syncing? If this is the case while you’re watching, I recommend opening another tab in your browser and pretending you’re listening to a podcast. I hate image/sound syncing issues. They totally tamper with my suspension of disbelief.

Now we are ten. Or thirteen.

Thirteen years ago today, Mr. Gibson and I became an item. Ten years ago today, we became husband and wife.

I’ve learned a great deal from this long stint. For starters, aside from writing, being obnoxious and just plain existing, I’ve never done any one thing for this long. And who knew (maybe you did?), but sticking to something day in and day out, choosing something over and over again, makes an incredible difference in your life. In your soul. (Granted, it’s markedly easier to stick to something that’s brilliant, hilarious and super hot. I mean, just for the record.)

Happy anniversary, Mr. Gibson. Thank you for your love, your patience and your willingness to wake up next to me every morning.