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Timeless Classics

As I’ve indicated in previous posts, I have fashion aspirations but little capability of pulling them off. I see many things I like, but never get the gumption to take action while browsing around a store. I’m a steady reader of The Sartorialist blog and envy those who put themselves out there with their clothing...

My Introduction to the Avett Brothers

It’s not too often I come across some music that really moves me. I’ve got a lot of varied music in my small collection, but haven’t been compelled to add anything new over the past few months. Thus, when flicking through the channels shortly before bed this past weekend, I stumbled upon Austin City Limits...

The Tea Is Green

Growing up in the predominately Scandinavian, Midwest culture of the 70s and 80s, food’s primary role was to provide only the most basic aspects of nourishment. That’s not to say the food was bad – it just seemed to be on a steady race to mediocrity. Vegetables came from a can, fruit needed to be...

A Christmas Comedy of Errors

There were a lot of things about this Christmas that didn’t quite go as planned – mainly due to the uncooperative weather. The Cities, along with a much larger section of Minnesota, were stuck in the middle of a three-day storm that pushed right through the holiday season. All told, I have at least 12...

Levi’s 501s

First, a super secret admission. Although I watch very little regular TV, I make it a point to stop everything and watch episodes of Project Runway. Heidi Klum is reason enough to watch the show, but I truly like all aspects of fashion. I’m not sure why (I’d like to think I have a few...