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The Road Is Life
Outfit details: dress- H&M, sunnies- street vendor, shoes- H&M, bag- Shopruche.com Outfit details: dress- Urban Outfitters, jacket- Sample, tights- Urban Outfitters, shoes- Bona Drag, bag- Pull and Bear
142 comments:
If the pajamas are correct (like not a super short nightie)it wouldn't bother me!
- August 21, 2009 at 10:12 AM
- down and out chic said...
your purple tights are so cute.
to answer your question for pj's, i work for a huge university and i see student ALL the time in pj's and it just looks lazy to me. perhaps disrespectful to their professor but maybe not.
i don't really get what's so hard about getting dressed in the morning though...
- August 21, 2009 at 10:21 AM
- fröken lila said...
your ring with the sheep (?) is gorgeous! where did you get it?
as to wearing pajamas in public - i do disapprove. i can feel it's ok if it's early in the morning and you just need to go to the bakery and have a coat over it. also, in a hotel, if you have a bathrobe over it to go to breakfast and have brushed your hair, i wouldn't mind. personally i have to walk through the staircase of the house i live in to get to my bathroom, so sooner or later i meet my neighbours in pajamas, but i always wear a bathrobe over it. but really just in pajamas? no.
- August 21, 2009 at 10:29 AM
- Amelia said...
I definitely don't approve of wearing pajamas in public, in general, but I don't see any problem with wearing them to breakfast at the hotel (as long as it's continental breakfast rather than a restaurant). Personally, I always get dressed for breakfast at hotels, because that's how I like to present myself, but if other people want to present themselves in pajamas, I think that's fine at breakfast.
I love your rings in the first outfit and the blue tights!
- August 21, 2009 at 10:39 AM
- Nadia said...
Where I live, no one goes out in pajamas. Unless it's before 8am and they are going really quickly to the corner store. Wearing pajamas in a hotel or further then a few blocks around your neighborhood would cause people to ask if you were okay, and offer to take you to your house, call someone that might help, or slip you a shrink's phone number.
- August 21, 2009 at 10:52 AM
- Annie said...
Love the turquoise shoes and blue tights.
I think pajamas are only acceptable in public very, very late at night or very, very early in the morning. For instance, going to the diner with friends at midnight seems like an acceptable venue for pajama-wearing. But during daylight hours, I think it's just sloppy.
- August 21, 2009 at 10:55 AM
- Damsels said...
yay ! more smiles :)
love those bright turqouise shoes
- August 21, 2009 at 11:18 AM
- Ambroisine said...
I've never seen people wearing pajamas outside or in a cafeteria lol, it's impossible in France but I'd love to see that :p I Omg you've found an abandonned house it's really impressive !! Love your blue tights and the first dress is gorgeous :)
- August 21, 2009 at 11:27 AM
- Elsie Wright said...
I think that people have the right to present themselves in whatever way they see fit. I personally look down my nose a little bit at those wearing pajamas in public because it shows me that they obviously do not care about how they are viewed by the world. I take pride in my appearance and like to present myself in a dignified way so I may be taken seriously; but if another person does not have the same views and is comfortable wearing pj's in public...well..more power to them.
- August 21, 2009 at 11:30 AM
- Wanderlusting said...
I wouldn't get mad but I do find it sloppy and a bit weird. I mean...why?
Love the shoes..capezio?
- August 21, 2009 at 11:31 AM
I think it's ok in a shared flat or on a camping site on the way to the shower to wear (decent) pyjamas or nighties. Otherwise it really looks selfabandoned.
Ok, second exception: really well styled outfits incorporating pj-trousers or a nighty. That really might be mind blowing.
Anyway: I also do not like to see people wearing track pants, but they do.
- August 21, 2009 at 12:03 PM
- jameson ruth said...
i feel like pajamas in public are for people who lack confidence, and therefore by wearing pajamas they put on the facade of "i don't give a shit, they're just clothes" in order to cover up their insecurities in their own personal style & look.
- August 21, 2009 at 12:06 PM
- Brett said...
I have no issues with pajamas in public. What someone wants to wear is there business. It's kinda not any different than you wearing a dress into the forest.
Your photos looks great. Whoever took them knew what they were doing.
- August 21, 2009 at 12:24 PM
- asunlitday said...
I don't necessarily approve of wearing pajamas in public but I wouldn't go as far as saying that it's disrespectful to other people. Whatever floats your boat, right? Right. But I do have to quote my favorite teacher ever in saying that 'when you wear sweatpants(or pajamas, for this case) it just signals to the world that you have given up.'
- August 21, 2009 at 12:26 PM
- PinkBow said...
it is so wrong on so many levels!
love all of your outfits (as usual!!) ;)
- August 21, 2009 at 12:37 PM
- recklessdaughter said...
This one of those things in college that used to really really bug me. People wore them to class and that is just lazy. Of course, to each their own.
The only time I think it might be ok to wear your pjs out of the house is if you are running outside to get the mail or letting the dog out or something.
There is a coffee shop about 30 seconds outside my front gate and I will at least take the time to thrown on a hat and some jeans or something when I go down there. But then, that's just me.
- August 21, 2009 at 1:02 PM
- Shin said...
I adore your dress!!! Those rings are such eye candy! You blue tights in the second picture is perfect for your beautiful black flats!
When I was living at the dorms, I see students going to classes in their pjs but to me, it doesn't bother as long as they are not overly disheveled like barefoot or shirt crinkled everywhere, stains, etc... I mean, I believe everybody has a right to dress the way they like and it's their choice. Like you, I don't approve it but I'm not against it either. If I don't like the way someone dress, I'll look away and ignore it but I won't talk about it in an insulting way.
- August 21, 2009 at 1:12 PM
I love your silver ring! So beautiful!
On the subject of PJ's, I'm not particularly bothered by people wearing they're pajamas in hotels and in the cafeteria, but I would never do so myself.
I understand why it could be considered disrespectful, though I hardly think that is the pajama wearer's intention.
I think it's actually a bit too quick to judge the person as disrespectful just for their love of comfort wear, as unprofessional as it may look. But as important as presentaion is, the cafeterria of a college and a continental breakfast at a hotel are both situations where it is less valued, in my opinion.
- August 21, 2009 at 1:16 PM
- Fannah said...
lovely looks, lovely HOUSE :o i'd live there, seriously ;)
i don't have a problem with anyone wearing anything. if it satisfies you to walk around in your pajamas all day, be my guest. all i know is i'll never do so and you'll look like a complete (sleepy) fool ;)
- August 21, 2009 at 1:20 PM
- Tiny Dancer said...
I don't get how wearing pyjamas could insult anyone that much. I think it doesn't really matter what someone wears as long as everything is covered :).
I love the picture where you're sitting in front of the old house! So beautiful!!
- August 21, 2009 at 1:23 PM
- Parapluie said...
I wouldn't think that it is disrespectful in that circumstance, but I would never think of doing it myself! The photos in front of that house are amazing!
- August 21, 2009 at 1:33 PM
- Lexie said...
i think it is extremely disrespectful to wear pajamas to class - i agree that it is disrespectful to the teacher and the class.
my landlady wears big flannel pj pants around town and it just annoys the hell out of me. have some self-respect! no one is too busy to pull on a pair of jeans or even black knit pants for goodness sakes!
- August 21, 2009 at 1:37 PM
- lisa said...
Interesting question. When I get dressed, I do it mostly for myself but also out of respect for the occasion and the people I'll be seeing. If it's a casual do-nothing day I'll be okay dressing down (though never in pajamas out in public!), but I'll put in the effort to look good for a special occasion.
- August 21, 2009 at 1:39 PM
- elle s'ennuie said...
I would (probably) not do it myself, but others wearing pyjamas wouldn't really bother me... I might find it a little odd, as you don't see people doing that here... almost ever :) but ultimately, I don't believe in fashion policing.
- August 21, 2009 at 1:40 PM
- Lauren! said...
wal-mart at 2 am. The only time it's acceptable. (I wore matching pink gingham pjs one time there) I say, if you're at a place like wal-mart, secluded, empty, random, and it's very late or very early, it can be excused. otherwise.....nope.
- August 21, 2009 at 1:42 PM
- darwin said...
it doesn't really bother me although when i see people in their pj's around supermarkets etc it makes me feel a bit uncomfortable....
also your silver ring is gorgeous where did you find it!??
- August 21, 2009 at 1:48 PM
- Chelsie Te(e)la said...
I sometimes have wanted to wear my PJ's to convenience stores, etc. but I live in such a small city that I always see someone I know, causing me to put on sweatpants or something, but sweatpants are not a large improvement. Loving the first outfit BTW, fabulous.
- August 21, 2009 at 1:49 PM
- Eve said...
I LOVE that abandoned little house! It looks really really neat! Wow! Anyways...
I never really liked it when people wore pajama pants to school and in public, but I never thought of it as disrespectful. I suppose in a way it is if you're in class and everyone made the effort to wear proper clothes while other get away with pajamas. Hmm. That is a good question indeed!
- August 21, 2009 at 1:50 PM
- Jay Tee said...
- August 21, 2009 at 1:55 PM
- Q's Daydream said...
I adore that first dress and all those rings!
- August 21, 2009 at 2:02 PM
- Nadine said...
Love the color of your nail polish and your great rings :)... your looks are also really nice.
- August 21, 2009 at 2:07 PM
- Rebecca said...
I love that dilapidated building! :) I'd personally never go anywhere in my pjs, but it doesn't bug me much. I guess it just depends on the setting - I wouldn't think it's entirely out of place at a hotel breakfast, but everywhere else it is sort of irksome.
- August 21, 2009 at 2:08 PM
- muchlove said...
I'm loving your red dress.
As for wearing pajamas in public, I wouldn't do it but it doesn't bother me at all. I've seen stranger things on people. Personally I really don't like criticising other people's choice of clothes. How people look rarely bothers me, it's their attitude that matters more.
- August 21, 2009 at 2:08 PM
- PimmPomm said...
I love your dress, rings and tights!
About the Pjs i personally think fair enough if you want to wear them in your own house and have a 'pajama day' but I can't understand why anyone would want to go out in their pajamas, for me half of the fun of going out is having a little play of dress up before I do so. :)
- August 21, 2009 at 2:12 PM
- Sydney said...
I love both of these outfits. I'm incredibly jealous of your ability to wear tights. It's way too hot here! As far as pajamas go, I think it's a bit lazy and annoying, but not disrespectful.
- August 21, 2009 at 2:15 PM
- kirstyb said...
i love that dress and your rings are fab x
- August 21, 2009 at 2:18 PM
- j. said...
As long as the PJs don't over expose anything then I'm ok with it. But there are places where it can and cannot be accepted.
Love the first outfit!
- August 21, 2009 at 2:19 PM
- evelyn said...
i think its ok for like silly events like we had in school : such as wear pajamas to school day, or it is ok too if you go to the market for a quick snack early morning or late at night. it depends but certain places such as office, or any other job can look like he/she didn't put any effort to dress for work. pjs appear as a lazy outfit that's why.
- August 21, 2009 at 2:31 PM
- jayne said...
I love your ram ring & the house is so wizard of oz, particularly in that great shot where it is framed through your arm
I've never really approved of pjs in public, but I did read this werid article in In Style about etiquette for house guests & how you shouldn't wear pjs to breakfast the next morning unless the host does b/c that isn't something you would do at a hotel...it was interesting. I was confused because I assume if you're a house guest you know the people well enough to wear pjs?
- August 21, 2009 at 2:35 PM
- beautifulnemo said...
Hi! I have never seen anyone in their pajamas to class (at least here in Madrid)... I think it wouldn't be well seen, or at least everybody would see it as a lack of respect, most of all for the teacher.
Anyway, if ppl wanna go in that way and look like the laziest ppl in the world... it's just up to them, I won't say anything at all!
- August 21, 2009 at 2:42 PM
- beautifulnemo said...
"Personally I really don't like criticising other people's choice of clothes. How people look rarely bothers me, it's their attitude that matters more.". I totally agree with muchlove;)
- August 21, 2009 at 2:45 PM
- gina said...
Fun tights! I love that red dress!
I often wear pajamas to breakfast in hotels. I like to eat before I shower, and I don't want to put on yesterday's dirty clothes to eat nor do I want to put on today's clean clothes before I've washed nor do I want to pack special "breakfast clothes". I don't think pj's at breakfast is a big deal at all.
- August 21, 2009 at 2:47 PM
- Darrah said...
Nobody wears their hotrollers in public, so pajamas should follow under the same suit. This really bothers me...
- August 21, 2009 at 3:11 PM
- layia said...
i don't mind the pjs. they're comfy! not that i ever went to school with them on. heh. anyways, your photos are soooo beautiful! i love that red dress and the setting for the purple tights is amazing! i've always wanted to shoot with torn down/desserted/textured places!
- August 21, 2009 at 3:42 PM
- Lauren said...
I feel like pajamas just look so lazy, like it's a little disrespectful. But people should be free to wear what they want.
- August 21, 2009 at 3:45 PM
- Clare said...
Amazing little house! I love those kinds of places. Oh, and both outfits are spectacular.
- August 21, 2009 at 3:55 PM
- meowsk said...
Doesn't really bother me when other people do it... I just wonder why they don't show themselves more self respect. Something I would never do. Mostly because I thoroughly enjoy choosing an outfit every morning. The furthest away from my house my pajamas have gone it outside to throw trash in the dumpster.
Cute outfits! I love purple tights. They are so fun to wear huh?
- August 21, 2009 at 4:52 PM
- Chloe said...
Gosh your gorgeous! I love your floral dress and rings!
- August 21, 2009 at 4:58 PM
- GracieFrances; said...
b-e-a-utiful photographs !
you always do have the loveliest photos, speaking of which, who takes your photos?
- August 21, 2009 at 5:17 PM
- Saorise said...
If people want to wear pajamas, they can, but personally, I don't like it.
Gorgeous photos, by the way! I love your red dress and that abandoned house is so sweet!
- August 21, 2009 at 5:21 PM
- Charlie said...
When I was in China about 10 years ago, it was quite common to see a whole family out at night in their pajamas, I'm not sure if it was just a trend then or it continues now. I can't help think of times when I have incorporated something which probably was vintage nightwear into an outfit too. I guess I don't have a problem with them as they're just another item of clothing, but just continuing to wear it from sleeping during the day and out of the house seems a bit lazy to me, but I don't think anyone means to disrespect anyone by doing it.
- August 21, 2009 at 5:25 PM
- Aya Smith said...
The house photos are amazing!!! I love both outfits... you are a master at mixing colors!! Your rings are lovely as well :)
- August 21, 2009 at 5:51 PM
gahh. im in love with that nail polish! so cute!!!
what kind of camera do you use? your pictures always come out great.
- August 21, 2009 at 5:51 PM
- Ashley said...
The red dress with turquoise shoes is a lovely combination! Love your tights in the second outfit, makes the attire pop!
I think college students of every uni wear their sleepwear around their hostel the whole day... cause we sleep round the clock?(haha) As long as they look decent I think it's fine. :)
- August 21, 2009 at 6:07 PM
- Ashley said...
Btw, thanks for dropping by my blog the other day! :) You are so sweet.
- August 21, 2009 at 6:08 PM
- Sam said...
Oh my goodness! Where to begin? The turquoise blue pumps are divine and the country shots with the shack and your purple tights - you are a master colourist!! I love it all!! As for turning up to lectures in pyjamas - I think that's not on. It's a bit hobbo-esque and implies they haven't washed or even brushed their teeth - no I don't condone that kind of behaviour at all.
- August 21, 2009 at 6:14 PM
Love your outfits.
On the subject of PJ's, I suppose they are ok in a college cafeteria but otherwise GROW UP and change your clothing, seriously. It just seem so adolescent.
- August 21, 2009 at 6:31 PM
- Claradevi said...
People on pajamas wandering around on high public places are not commonly found around my country (also because most people don't wear pajamas here, actually), so I can't really relate to such circumstances... But personally, I think we should separate the context between what the society might think about it versus what the person him/herself feel about it. As everyone is required (most of the time) to put themselves on the appropriate social "track", so pajamas on public places seems inappropriate when we relate it to the social standard of politeness and else. People will give judgment based on the convention that they had agreed with (probably unconsciously) since long long time ago, that these clothes are sleepwears and should be worn only when we do something that is sleeping-related.
It's quite funny for me, because I don't mind people wear anything on public when they're comfortable with their decisions. My emphasizing is on their personal need and right to fulfill it - nevermind about the pajamas. Okay, this sounds selfish, but I don't think it's only about we care or careless about what others think about ourselves. Maybe it's the perception that make meanings. If we grew up learning that people are sleeping on their stilettos and mini skirt, we would've discussed about how impolite the girls who wore those two items on public places - because the shared understandings about sleepwears are actually the eminent matter of how we will perceive its appropriateness. Call me nuts, but I think world that is filled with people doing activities on their pajamas for the whole days are quite lovely to be lived in... I just hope they won't forget to change the underwears everytime. *grin*
- August 21, 2009 at 6:48 PM
- dearilou said...
I think it is not that hard to pull on a pair of pants.
And to go along with the respect issue, my sociology prof once said "The way you dress shows how important you deam the situation." He wasn't just talking about dressing up for job interviews, he was also commenting on slackly dressed people who pull the lines "My friends don't care how I dress" and "I'm comfortable."
Dressing like a slob isn't so much disrespectful of others as much as it is disrespectful of oneself.
- August 21, 2009 at 6:52 PM
- Erin said...
Depends, honestly if they are just out to breakfast I figure its none of my business what they are wearing, as long as they are wearing clothes I won't say anything.
However, in school I find it disrespectful. Your job is to go to class and learn, and it shows a lack of effort for your job of being at school and lack of respect to the teacher.
That is of course my personal opinion.
- August 21, 2009 at 6:57 PM
Nice tights!! One question; are they purple or royal blue?
- August 21, 2009 at 7:12 PM
- Natalie said...
Your photos are gorgeous! i am glad i stumbled upon your blog! I love your rings ... and your cool blue polish!
- August 21, 2009 at 7:47 PM
- erin said...
i cannot even manage to imagine the pretentiousness involved in proclaiming it is "disrespectful"!!
that strikes me as so arbitrary & not very well thought out. i cannot bear that stuffy sort of burden that people lay on others and expect everyone to accommodate.
alas, this is probably why i have very few friends. :)
- August 21, 2009 at 8:07 PM
- Fiorella said...
Boy do i love that H&M red dress! your rings are beautiful!
- August 21, 2009 at 8:19 PM
- Fiorella said...
Pajamas... they could not be the "most stylish pice of fabric you can put on" but personally I ok with them...
Wake up for a great new day, strech, smile, think possitive, and if wearing Pjs helps you its good!!! don't make anyone else tell you what to put on... C'mon! is yourself, your style!
- August 21, 2009 at 8:23 PM
- Ruta said...
i love Love LOVE the second outfit, especially those tights and the scenery.
anyways, i wore pajamas once in public because we were having a pajama party at my commuter orientation for university and we wanted to walk a bit, but i didn't know we'd be going in public and i didn't change, so yeah. it was only bottoms though, but still. i was quite embarrassed. but i disprove. it think pajamas should be kept for indoors.
- August 21, 2009 at 8:26 PM
- Crystal Ball said...
haha I remember when I was in middle school it was in style to wear your pajamas out in public. As you can probably tell, I don't come from a very stylish town. I personally don't find anything wrong with wearing pajamas out in public as long as they are not worn in a formal environment.
I really like both your outfits and your rings! Oh, and that deserted house is beautiful.
- August 21, 2009 at 8:36 PM
- Diana said...
I love the pops of blue in your first outfit!
I don't really like it when people wear pajamas in public, but I don't think of it as disrespectful in general. However, if I was teaching a class, and a student showed up in pajamas, I would find that disrespectful.
- August 21, 2009 at 8:46 PM
- kokostiletto said...
Love the rings !PJs wouldn't bother me as long as they were moderately covered up.....
- August 21, 2009 at 9:14 PM
- Emily said...
Pajamas worn in public don't really bother me.
I love your photos with the run-down building. It's like something straight out of an wagon train/prairie daydream. Well, with the exception of the electrical equipment ;)
- August 21, 2009 at 9:14 PM
- piglet said...
I think PJ's in public are acceptible for ducking to the dairy for some milk etc.
But when someone wears PJ pants to the mall paired with a sparkly top, now that is just WRONG! (I was unfortunate enough to witness this sight last weekend)
Love the green satin shoes!
- August 21, 2009 at 9:33 PM
- beckyxoxo said...
if the pajamas are okay, means not too bad to see, it's okay . but if they're very very ugly, that's different . haha . lovely dress and i love the blue tights ! amazing views . :)
- August 21, 2009 at 9:47 PM
- melly said...
Hmm, i think it'd bother me if they didn't bother to wash up, to look decent and without morning breath. But if they did and are in PJs, it's alright.
You look incredibly bright and cheery in the first outfit! Those turquoise coloured peep toes are wonderful.
- August 21, 2009 at 10:50 PM
- lydia said...
eh. i don't approve of, nor enjoy looking at, people wearing pajamas in public places. but of course they have the freedom to wear pajamas in public. if it makes the people happier, i'd much rather that than a well-dressed rude person.
- August 21, 2009 at 10:54 PM
- lydia said...
oh and that decrepit old house is amazing.
- August 21, 2009 at 10:55 PM
- Sher said...
I love your purple tights, it's lovely.
And I don't think I would approve of people wearing their pajamas in public places, to me it's quite disrespectful.
- August 21, 2009 at 11:17 PM
- indigotangerine said...
I don't approve of wearing pjs in public but am definetly not offended. It shows more disrespect for themselves than for the public.
Both your rings are gasp worthy. And your jacket is just perfect. I love all the little detailing. The whole second set of pictures is simply lovely.
- August 21, 2009 at 11:25 PM
- Dee said...
Whenever I saw students wearing their pjs out in class or at the cafeteria, they looked so comfortable. Now, I would feel uncomfortable wearing pajamas out in public, but if that's how they feel it's fine. They probably don't think about how it might disrespect the teachers, as it's all about comfort.
- August 21, 2009 at 11:58 PM
- Annie Spandex said...
I love the photos with the abandoned house!
I don't take it personally when someone wears pajamas to run a quick errand, get coffee, or go to class. It's whatever. Actually, I found it more distasteful when girls wore high heels to class. My undergrad university was large and included a very big hill, and it just wasn't right. They didn't seem like they were there to learn, ifyaknowwhatimean. I'm all for being fabulous but I didn't get that.
- August 22, 2009 at 12:24 AM
- Rebecca, The Clothes Horse said...
@Anonymous 5:51, I use a Canon Rebel xs.
@Anonymous 7:12, the tights are blue...but they do have a purplish tone. :)
To everyone else who has been asking: the nail polish is self-mixed and my ring is from a street vendor in Greece.
- August 22, 2009 at 12:34 AM
- TIFFANY thegirlwithafeather said...
I guess it depends on what kind of pajamas they are. Personally once I wake up, I need to change even if I'm staying home the entire day. That deshevalled little house is very cool
- August 22, 2009 at 2:08 AM
- Rebecca said...
i love the 2nd outfit. espacially the combination of the jacket and the stockings!!!
- August 22, 2009 at 2:52 AM
- Montse said...
I love your outfit and rings (L)
And... ok, I don't think wearing pijamas in public is disrespectful, but I WILL NEVER DO IT.
- August 22, 2009 at 2:57 AM
- FabBlab said...
Purple tights FTW!
And I love your turq shoes, too.
I agree. It is disrespectful. It shows that you didn't think it important enough to at least pull on a pair of jeans and a t shirt when coming out in public. Gives out the character of a person, if you ask me.
- August 22, 2009 at 3:52 AM
- beba, said...
Wearing pajamas to class :D Haha, that's really funny :D
I love your blue shoes, nail polish is lovely too, and you look cute-sweet-avesome as always.
Peace and love!
- August 22, 2009 at 3:55 AM
- Bella said...
hmmm, I have nothing against the occasional pj day, as long as you arent going out wearing horrible trackies all the time and thinking you look chic ;]
great post :] xx
- August 22, 2009 at 4:21 AM
- Zepequeña said...
I love the colour of your nails...
- August 22, 2009 at 5:15 AM
- Diary of a Young Designer said...
I think that if the pj's aren't indecent, like if they are long enough it's no problem. I have friends that go to college with them and all. I mean if that's what they feel like wearing and they aren't breaking rules than that's cool. ^-^
I'm loving that pic with the shack in the background, loving your turquoise shoes. ^-^
- August 22, 2009 at 5:53 AM
- kelsea said...
you know that classic painting where the girl in a prairie is turned a little and she is looking back at a house? one of your photos reminds me of it :3
lovely outfits and photoshoot!
and to answer your question...it all depends on whether or not your PJs are chic. XD
most of the time they are not, so...when i see people dressed like crap, i get the impression that they are either downright lazy or think they're too important to care about what they look like.
- August 22, 2009 at 6:01 AM
- Emmet said...
oh my god! this is class!
the pics is classic!
- August 22, 2009 at 6:39 AM
- Helen said...
Fantastic, as usual! The red and turquoise are great together... As for the pajamas issue, I would never step outside the house in pajamas, but if others feel comfortable doing so, that's up to them. I am, however, horrified by 'PINK' sweats tucked into ugg boots, which seems to be a very popular look on my campus -.-
- August 22, 2009 at 8:01 AM
- Little Bo Peeep said...
I really hav no problem with pople wearing pyjamas in public because i myself have once done it :)
Gorgeous outfit as usual! That red dress has such lovely patterns, i envy! :D
- August 22, 2009 at 8:42 AM
- yumiko said...
I think its absolutely fine to wear pyjamas in public-and others should respect what you want to wear.
you look lovely in the second outfit! the top and skirt look so pulled together and neat
- August 22, 2009 at 9:17 AM
- Hanna said...
I think it's fine to wear pajamas in public... I never really did it (unless for pajama day at school) but I remember people in high school wearing them. It was never something that bothered me or that I really cared that much about.
- August 22, 2009 at 9:27 AM
- goda said...
Love the rings
- August 22, 2009 at 9:28 AM
- Tiffany said...
meh, just an acceptable eyesore. Ive seen worse.
- August 22, 2009 at 9:32 AM
- Electric Lady said...
major offense for sure. i think people who wear their pjs out in public should be beheaded! :) seriously, that shit is wack! luv your flats with the studs btw.
- August 22, 2009 at 9:59 AM
- amyyyyy. said...
Wow, your clothes are really that cheap? You must be like an amazing shopper. My clothes are that cheap as I don't have any sort of income, but they don't look anything as good as yours! :)
I don't agree with wearing Pjs outside, I mean, I understand people who've done it for the day for like charity and stuff which is fair, but otherwise than that, it's silly and disrespectful in my opinion :)
- August 22, 2009 at 10:04 AM
- SCISI said...
loving all the blue tones and about the pyjamas, i guess it would depend on how good they looked a silk slip with an oversise knit might be cool but winnie the pooh pjs i think not:) x
- August 22, 2009 at 10:13 AM
- catherine_sr. said...
I love those tights! People walking around in their PJs don't bother me unless, like other comments said, if they are skimpy, see-through or smelly. My freshman roommate used to Febreze her pajamas every morning instead of washing them. Ugh. It's been ten years and my nostrils still cringe. I was raised with the notion that presenting yourself nicely is a way of showing respect to other people, but I guess standards vary! Who knows, maybe that PJ'ed person is wearing their nicest set of jammie jam jams.
- August 22, 2009 at 11:12 AM
- erin said...
yes, but my point was merely that if their minds were freer & they could see through the bullshit "societal standards" they have accepted and taken as part of their own existence, then i would think they would see the entirely arbitrary nature of their judgment.
regardless of their age or the society they grew up in. anybody can do it, it's self reflection, it's progress.
- August 22, 2009 at 11:31 AM
- Sales Rack Raider said...
I absolutely love that second outfit and photo! There is something about old wooden shacks that lends an air of history and mystery. The color of the tights are just awesome.
With regards to PJs in public, I think it depends on the context. I've come to expect it on a college campus in the dorms, even though that is not something I would do. People in their own homes would get up, go to the kitchen, and eat breakfast; in some ways, the cafeteria is the college student's kitchen, so it doesn't seem so out of place, especially on the weekends. However, when it is out in other public settings, it's a bit different. I was raised to present myself neatly when I go out because whether I like it or now, the first visual impression reflects on myself and also on people I'm with. I don't necessarily take offense at seeing people out in PJs, but it doesn't give me a good impression about the person caring about his/her peers.
- August 22, 2009 at 11:57 AM
- mariù said...
the second location is so beautiful! I really love it!! seems magic! and you look great!
- August 22, 2009 at 12:33 PM
- caramelizedvintage said...
So I have noticed you have an awesome jewelry collection. I love that second ring! Your jacket and that abandoned house are great as well.
As much as I love clothes, it isn't a big deal to me how others are dressed. Their life, their wardrobe. I wouldn't say it is disrespectful to wear pajamas out in public. It's probably the comfort factor propelling people to do that more than anything.
- August 22, 2009 at 12:51 PM
- AlicePleasance said...
Mmmmh, not good. Unless you are Julian Schnabel or the Jeffrey Lebowski I guess... ;-)
- August 22, 2009 at 1:39 PM
- Manja said...
Ha, that's a good question! See (I guess you might have already assumed) Germans would never wear their PJs in public. Ever. So when I came to the United States at the young and innocent age of 16 and went to High School I was honestly shocked to see some girl wearing pink pajama bottoms with strawberries printed on them (yes, I still remember that). But I was just not used to that. Honestly, now I don't mind other people wearing their PJs in public. I might raise an eyebrow and think to myself that I'd never do that but I don't really care that much and it doesn't bother or insult me at all. I know that I wear some clothes, too, that other people would probably not wear and so I am definitely not in the position to judge others, either.
- August 22, 2009 at 2:22 PM
- Winnie said...
Oh I adore that red dress, those blue tights...and that photo of that abandoned house is perfect. Seriously, it's a photographers dream don't you think?
Oh the PJ's issue. Yeah I've seen plenty of students turn up to early morning lectures in uggs with their Pyjama bottoms tucked into them. Not the greatest look.. However guests having breakfast in hotels and people who run to the shops to buy milk in the mornings in their PJ's is fine...it certainly doesn't offend me in any way!
- August 22, 2009 at 5:19 PM
- Leigh said...
I love that colour of nail polish! :)
- August 22, 2009 at 5:28 PM
- umama said...
Love the blue shoes.. and how did I not notice your tatoo before!
- August 22, 2009 at 8:01 PM
- ana b. said...
The red dress is fantastic. I love the ruffle detail at the bottom. It looks so flippy and gorgeous.
As for pajamas - travelling around Southeast Asia, one of the cheapest fabrics available is often fabric which we would consider "pajama" fabrics. In fact, I even spotted a couple of people wearing very similar sheep patterned ones to the ones I had at home! So while not exactly a comment on whether it is acceptable or wear pj's out in public, I think people shouldn't be so precious.
- August 22, 2009 at 9:14 PM
- The Voguette said...
rebecca your color coordination skills are absolutely marvelouss, i love it so much! you look amazing
<3 The Voguette
- August 22, 2009 at 9:55 PM
- Denise said...
what a beautiful location.
ohhh you're so cute when you smile. you have beautiful eyes!
- August 23, 2009 at 2:21 AM
- renwore said...
I adore the colours in both of your outfits!
I personally do not care for people who wear their pjs to the school canteen, unless they are sporting some really prominent wear & tear and exposing bits of themselves.
However I do draw the line at crowded public places where there is no excuse of it being a mere 5 min away from home.
- August 23, 2009 at 2:38 AM
- Tom Tuttle from Tacoma said...
i didn't think it's a problem as i seldom give a hoot.. unless they display undesirable inconsiderate behaviour at the buffet table or something. or when they smell.
i went on a trip with a friend sometime ago. she commented about the next table where the family ate breakfast in their sleepwear. by sleepwear, it's actually tee shirts and slacks. i looked closer to see how she could tell they're inappropriately attired. i have to say that my opinion became a little altered. your mind starts working and you don't want to know more details when you're trying to eat the most important meal of the day.
i think it would be really better if we put a bit of care into how we appear in public. being neat (and the perceived clean image that's associated with neatness) will make a difference.
- August 23, 2009 at 6:58 AM
- Claire said...
Those two rings are just perfect :)
- August 23, 2009 at 8:05 AM
- michelle_ said...
hi . I'm a new visitor to your blog and I'm already loving your posts. love those teal flats ! and the vintage rings are to die for :)
- August 23, 2009 at 8:28 AM
- Shay said...
Pajamas in public, huh? The entire city of Vancouver does variations of that, but on the street and with Uggs or Crocs. Sigh.
- August 23, 2009 at 10:25 AM
- Gabbi said...
Acceptable :) yet I wouldn't do it. I like looking good/decent when I'm out in public. But I could understand how others would find it offensive. After all, how hard is it to change into jeans and a t-shirt?
Lovely outfits by the way, especially the red dress. Very much a favorite color of mine. The teal nail polish is fantastic. Self mixed right? Great job, such style.
- August 23, 2009 at 2:38 PM
- Barbro Andersen said...
I prefer people wearing it in their homes :p
- August 23, 2009 at 2:48 PM
- pretty face said...
It's so charming the way your nail-polish matches your ring matches your shoes in the first outfit!
In response to the question, I saw a couple of girls going to the newsagents in pyjamas at around 11AM the other day, a weekday, they were 20ish, in London (so not a uni area). I didn't really know what to think....
- August 23, 2009 at 3:28 PM
- penny said...
well in fact i ve never seen students in pijamas- although i ve seen (in a cold day) students wearing jeans and inside their pijamas trousers!(oops!maybe it was me!!)
In general, I dont mind people wearing pijamas to go to the minimarket!I think it shows a relaxing independent approach to life!
Although,in university I would mind to see someone coming with pijamas
Btw, this deserted house looks so scary!you are so brave for entering:)
- August 23, 2009 at 4:12 PM
love the tights / personally I believe in a persons right to wear what they want, when they want etc. So it would be hypocritical of me to critize pjs in public anymore than a fine suit or vintage couture. So while it may not be my particular taste, it really doesn't bother me. Thanks.
- August 23, 2009 at 6:40 PM
- Leigh said...
You look amazing and I love those rings and the fabulous locations. :)
- August 23, 2009 at 10:48 PM
- J.Me. said...
Is this a new ring? The clunky metal one? I'm trying to figure out what it is, because I see an acorn and sheep horns...? I love it!
I used to wear my pjs in public, but now, I would never. I think sometimes it's an age thing.
- August 23, 2009 at 11:34 PM
- dotie said...
It really depends on the situation..I mean if they were to wear pajamas to class then I would think not, to me that's just plain disrespecting but to wear them while having breakfast at a hotel I don't really mind as long as they're not those sheer nighties one haha..
btw your sheep horn ring is way cool!!
- August 24, 2009 at 12:43 AM
I also work at a university and I see PJs all the time... when I was in college I would definitely wear them out and about... but only to early breakfast on campus and only on the weekend. Since the cafeteria was like my kitchen for those few years, I thought (still think) it was OK.
- August 24, 2009 at 6:15 AM
- Imelda said...
Love both outfits!
The place in the last pictures looks so cool! Really a nice place for taking pictures!
- August 24, 2009 at 6:26 AM
- Isabel said...
I don't find it "disrespectful", just ugly. It's more disrespectful to the person wearing them than it is the other people, because it just makes you look pathetic.
- August 24, 2009 at 6:43 AM
- Brittany Noel said...
Wow, there's a lot of hate about pajamas. Pajamas are clothes. I don't wear them out. But, wearing your pajamas out into public is just like wearing anything else. You are sharing something about you with the world, even though it is just, "I don't care, I'm comfy." It's not disrespectful, I mean come on. People don't wear pajamas to make you uncomfortable or to spite you. People can wear pjs, just like they can wear awesome rings (where did you get that, Rebecca??) or power suits.
- August 24, 2009 at 7:34 AM
- Rachel C. said...
my pajamas are usually just vintage smocks or muu muus and it's not uncommon of me to leave the house in them when running errands (grocery, post office, etc). i'll just smack on a belt and some cute sandals and call it a dress. ha!
- August 24, 2009 at 7:35 AM
- Pansy said...
Oooh I LOVE the colors in all of these!
The pajama thing never really bothered me, but I wouldn't do it. It just seems like if you have to get up and shower anyway I don't see how it's an extra hassle to put on real clothes, haha. But whatever!
- August 24, 2009 at 9:52 AM
- Sasha said...
pajama day during high school spirit week was such a huge deal. as far as wearing pajamas in public generally goes...i am rather torn. i think that ideally people should be able to wear whatever they want and whatever is comfortable at all times. however, society obviously doesn't work that way. people do evaluate you based on what you're wearing - pajamas look lazey, a suit looks classy and nice, etc. i certainly have a better first impression of someone if they are dressed well. hmm. this subject deserves more thought.
- August 24, 2009 at 3:47 PM
- Heather said...
RE: pj's in public.
I have long believed that people should wear whatever makes them happy. I hate it when people complain about what other people are wearing, eg "she's too fat to wear that" etc.
I think everyone has a right to self-expression, so if you want to wear pj's, go for it.
It's sometimes tempting to criticise other's fashion choices, but ultimately I think everyone is responsible for their own happiness, so we should all wear what we want and not get upset or offended by other's choices :)
- August 24, 2009 at 7:21 PM
- vanessa said...
I love your outfit, especially the 2nd one with your tights!
As someone who travels around in a van for half the year, I would say I'm not allowed to be bothered by pajamas in public. We have to drive overnight (or longer) quite often and I can't be bothered to wear real clothes the whole time. I've been in gas stations (100's of times), grocery stores, even the mall in my pajamas. But you should probably wear real clothes when you can, ha.
- August 24, 2009 at 8:45 PM
- Raquel said...
I don't think pajamas in public can be disrespectful but I am sure I wouldn't wear them.
the second setting is one of the best you have showed!!
- August 26, 2009 at 3:23 AM
- emily said...
i don't think it's fair for other people to judge what's an "eyesore;" what if someone who simply didn't like the color orange decided that everyone who wore the color orange was an eyesore and took it as an insult that other people dare to wear such a horrendous color? i don't wear pajamas out, but i don't really care if other people do.
oh, and love the purple tights! ;)
- August 28, 2009 at 7:30 AM
- Little Bow Prep said...
Cool ring and dress!
- August 28, 2009 at 1:44 PM
- Wow Gold said...
nice blog.
- August 28, 2009 at 8:32 PM
- Wow Gold said...
nice blog.
- August 28, 2009 at 8:32 PM
- Katie said...
great set of pictures! i love the falling down house you used for a house- just gorgeous!
- September 1, 2009 at 9:22 AM
- estrella said...
I find it as disrespectful as someone who might wear just cotton sport clothes for they're comfy... that is, not really, but I don't approve either.
Anyway, I love how you polished your nails (hands and toes) in the first outfit!!
- September 2, 2009 at 6:04 AM
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Christina%27s_World you remind me of this painting...
Oh, and as for PJ'S...pj's are lame and make people look like sloths.
- September 8, 2009 at 9:48 PM


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South Leicestershire College officially launched the Media Centre of Excellence in Television and Film in Belgrave, Leicester on Friday 5th December 2008. Funded by the Leicester Shire Economic Partnership (LSEP), the Centre first opened its doors to students back in February 2008, and since then has gone from strength-to-strength, providing a superb learning environment for individuals wishing to move into the film industry, bringing local and international students together.
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Kishor Tailor, Chief Executive of Leicester Shire Economic Partnership said: 'The Media Centre of Excellence in Television and Film was funded to give local people the opportunity to gain practical hands-on experience in the film and television industry, whilst taking advantage of the emerging growth of 'Bollywood' culture here in Leicester. This highly innovative centre will be key to the development of the creative industries cluster here in the East Midlands.'
Christine Bullock, Principal of South Leicestershire College said: 'The hard work at the Media Centre is now really starting to pay off, with South Leicestershire College and Ice Media being short-listed as finalists in the East Midlands International Business Awards recently. This was for the innovative 'Jewels of Bollywood' project we ran, where students travelled to India to learn first hand about the Bollywood film industry. This course was so successful that it will be running again in February 2009.'
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middle class stagnation
Is middle class income stagnation a myth (created by the income inequality crowd)?
The valuable James Pethakoukis weighs in with some new numbers to again shatter one of the myths that surround the "income inequality" nonsense that OWS and its ilk (*cough* Democrats *cough*) are pushing. One of those myths is that middle class income has "stagnated" in the last 40 years. And that's because, per the OWS crowd, the rich have basically
stolen taken ended up with the money generated. Those pushing that premise are citing economists Thomas Piketty and Emanuel Saez study which claims the taxable income of the bottom 99 percent increased by just 12 percent from 1970 to 2008.
That premise and those claims are under serious assault. In fact, the University of Chicago's Tino Sanandaji finds that there has been pretty significant growth in middle class income. His summary of what he found:
My simple method is combining the best income-distribution estimate (from Pickety&Saez) with the best income-growth estimates (from GDP numbers). This method shows that that between 1970-2008 the real per capita income of the "Bottom 99 Percent" grew by 80%, and the income of the "Bottom 90 Percent" grew by 60%.
80%? Last time I looked that was a bit higher than 12%. Oh, and plenty of charts, etc., to explain the difference at Pethakoukis' site.
And there is statistical backup for Sanandaji's findings:
From 1975-2009, real per capita GDP increased by 90 percent vs. 17 percent growth in real median household income, as measured by the Census Bureau.
On top of that:
These calculations are in line with new research from University of Chicago's Bruce Meyer and Notre Dame's James Sullivan, who find that "median income and consumption both rose by more than 50 percent in real terms between 1980 and 2009."
Conclusion? If the premise is that one of the reasons that upper income increased in that period is because middle class income stagnated, the premise just isn't supported by reality. Income is not a zero-sum game. And one of the points on the pro side of capitalism is it lifts all boats – as demonstrated here.
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with Illinois Creates, a statewide arts education coalition
led by the Illinois Arts Alliance, how to ensure all students
receive a well-rounded education that includes instruction
in subjects such as art and music. The Arts and Foreign
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Oasis State Park is a busy spot for local anglers these days after being stocked Tuesday with catfish for this Saturday's Free Fishing Day.
Approximately 400 pounds of flatheads were brought in Tuesday to restock the lake at Oasis Park.
In February 2008, New Mexico Game and Fish issued a salvage order for the man-made lake when a leak was discovered in the liner.
Park Ranger Valerie Russ said the samsonite clay liner was more than 20 years old.
"We had a company come in and redo the samsonite work," Russ said. "That held for two weeks and then we lost all the water. Then we went in and did the synthetic liner. That's what we have in there right now."
Russ said the new plastic liner is similar to what's used in lagoons and landfills to protect ground water.
Free Fishing Day means people can fish without a license or a habitat stamp. The bag limit of two catfish per fishermen does apply. Participants must also pay any park entry fees.
"The pond is full and we do have fish," Russ said. "They stocked us Tuesday they were pretty big catfish probably about two to three pounds."
Mark Madsen, public information officer for Game and Fish, said Greene Acres Lake in Clovis and Oasis have been stocked with catfish for the summer. Ned Houk Park will be stocked in November with rainbow trout for the winter.
"What we mostly do, is stock those big cat waters (lakes) three times throughout the summer," Madsen said. "We try to stock them the week before major holidays."
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Skip to comments.Carville On Hillary: Every Democrat I Know Says "God, I Hope She Runs" (video)
Posted on 12/09/2012 9:26:48 AM PST by i88schwartz
CARVILLE: Since 1944, if we would have been sitting here, Republicans have always craved order. And they've always looked for the lion tail to get behind. We've always been people that we want to fall in love. We're looking for the next argument.
This is entirely different. Every Democrat I know says, "God, I hope she runs. We don't need a primary. Let's just go to post with this thing. We don't want to fight with anybody over anything."
CARVILLE: Yeah, you've got to beat somebody. And the Republicans know that they need a primary. We don't want -- we don't want a primary. We don't want to be slugging this thing out (inaudible) you know what? We've got a pretty good demographic deck. We kind of get -- we like winning presidential elections. She's popular. Let's just go with it.
CARVILLE: I don't know what she's going to do, but I do know this: the Democrats want her to run. And I don't just mean a lot of Democrats, I mean a whole lot of Democrats, like 90% across the country. We just don't -- we just want to win, we think she is the best person and shut it down. And that's across the board.
(Excerpt) Read more at realclearpolitics.com ...
...and she will win... : (
"She's popular."
She is?
Jimmy is nuts. What makes him think that Mrs. Slick Willie is qualified to be President of the United States? Oops! Eight years of Barry Benghazi. I forgot about that. We've lowered our standards and qualifications to be POTUS in this country. Mediocre to poor is now our standard.
If the GOP keeps running morticians with zero charisma, fewer ideas and even fewer principles, Al Franken would win.
I'm hoping that even the idiots amongst us will be tired of democrats by 2016. Barry will most certainly continue to make a mess of things. Of course he might use his only marketable skill (blaming others) to some effect.
Yes indeed, how popular is Hillary?
When Hillary ran in the 2008 primaries, she had some of the highest negatives ever recorded for a major presidential candidate, in polling at the time. And we were seeing revival of all of the Clinton era scandals and negatives about the Clintons being re-hashed. Wouldn't the same happen if she runs in 2016?
Also, there is a new generation of up and coming Democrat politicians, such as Cuomo in New York, who want to run for president. Sort of like Obama in 2008 was a younger ambitious politician with connections and desire to run, there are others out there who would like to push Hillary aside and run in 2016.
Hillary was inevitable in 2008 and was pushed aside. The same could happen in 2016.
Good point. I wouldn't be surprised if Mrs. Willie decides not to run (Yeah, Right), that the 'RATS put Franken, Ashley Judd or some other Hollyweird celebrity up for the job. The freeloaders love and adore celebrities because celebrities make them feel proud to be freeloaders. They're "victims" don't you know.
(Hillary on the issues) she like Obama speaks with "forked tongue". The MSM, Carvel, Progressives will have a tough sell on their hands...the next national election will not be about your party or mine... it will be about America and what is best for our Nation...not Ms. Clinton and her Progressive cohorts.
At 55 years old, this last election was a major eye-opener for me. I have ceased underestimating the stupidity of half of the American electorate, the pervasive bias of the their MSM, the powerful liberal indoctrination of the schools, and the spinelessness of today's "Conservative" politicians in their inability to frame the issues and to stand up to corruption, including massive voter fraud. Nothing would surprise me less than to see Hillary becoming the next Anointed One. For the foreseeable future anyway, this country is in the cesspool.
Carville should be in a home. He talks like he has Alzheimers.
The Mexicans think it's their turn next. The Candidate will be that slick commie mayor of San Antonio.
Looks like he's got Alzheimer's as well.
After Obama—Hillary looks almost— well-—Republican. I believe—in my heart—we wouldn't be in the mess we are had she won in 2008. We might be in a different mess—but I do believe she would not be a Idealist prig married to the cause of Socialism and PC.
If Obama can't bring to the world the Worker's Paradise, then Hillary will try to out-Marx him.
I hope she runs......to the nearest exit. The woman has more baggage than a fully loaded 747.
Jew motherfucker, Jew Boy and Jew Bastard.are justa few word she used to discribe our friends the Jews..Also this is another racist rant both the Clintons used..
Larry Patterson confirmed that he frequently heard Bill Clinton use nigger to refer to both Jesse Jackson and local Little Rock black leader Robert Say McIntosh. Longtime Clinton paramour Dolly Kyle Browning corroborated Patterson on Clintons use of nigger. Not only did he use the N word, he called him a GDN [goddamn nigger], if you catch my drift, Browning told Fox News in 1999. [NewsMax, 17 July 2000] Brown also told NewsMax that the president would regularly make derogatory comments about African-Americans in private. He has used the N word before. Bill would make snide remarks about blacks behind their backs. [Carl Limbacher and NewsMax Staff, 17 July 2000] Obama Buckwheat
Patterson said Hillary was no stranger to the N word either. He heard her say nigger probably six, eight, ten times. She would be upset with someone in the black community and she would use the N word, like, you heard theyve got the presidents brother on tape using the N word. [NewsMax, 17 July 2000]
Please read the whole thing it is very interesting..Funny the very people that for for the foolish foul mouthed morons..
Hillary isn't aging well. In four years she'll look like my great granny.
Don't kid yourself. Al Franken could win now.
They why did they vote for obama? Carville, you are speaking BS. You failed to show you didn't want the commie.
Not that face and that attitude of talking down - Sarah Palin will make a 'hill of beans' out of her.
She can't run.
On a good day she might be able to waddle.
**breast cancer, breast cancer, breast cancer** Oh, was that out loud?
...and she will win... : (
True.. The Republican party will have devoured itself by alienating conservatives And they will will loose the house... Write this down it is a given..
What's all this talk about "running" and "elections?" If the DNC/media establishment decides she's going to be president, then she's going to be president.
Running the 'next in line' candidate doesn't usually work out for either party—it's just that the GOP does it more often.
We have reach the end of America.
She does have one fatal flaw for a Democrat, she knows who her father is.
I thought the were all twitterpated over Moochelle.
I agree with you on that point. With the Clintons, popularity and leaving a legacy of success trumps ideology. It's the opposite with Obama.
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She and Obummer will be in jail awaiting their trials for treason.
Hillary may have campaigned, but from the looks of her, I don't think she has run anywhere in years.
The next prez will be the one & only that the elites want. It won't be any type of conservative. The SC will be tilted with scumbags in 4 yrs. Y'all are waisting time that could be spend elsewhere.
Julian Castro will run for TX gov in 2 years. The national dem party will throw $50 million, minimum, into the race. The Republican primary will be brutal, Perry v. G.P. Bush with possibly Debra Medina thrown back in (she didn't run for Ron Paul's seat for a reason).
If Castro wins, he'll be the 2016 Pres nominee. If not, it'll be Clinton. The nomination is Castro's to lose. Unfortunately for Clinton, the dems don't nominate the next in line; they nominate the next new flash cult of personality.
The GOP-e is determined to give us Jeb Bush.
If we don't stop the GOP-e, I give even odds on Castro being the next Pres, with the second most likely outcome being Clinton.
The Tex gov race in two years will tell the story. We'll know in six months how that is shaking out.
One thing for sure, the Rep nominee in Texas isn't going to have the cakewalk of recent general elections.
We must stop the GOP-e or G.P. and Jeb Bush will give the dems a dynasty.
LOL! Well said.
But PLEASE don't go giving them any ideas!
She is pictured on Drudge right now and looks just like George Washington.
Hillary's chances of winning the Democratic presidential nomination in 2016 are tiny to nonexistent.
First, if Andrew Cuomo enters the race, which he seems certain to do, he will win the New York primary — a must for any aspiring Democratic presidential candidate.
Then, the only obstacles that could stop Mr. Cuomo from winning the nomination would be:
1) if Jerry Brown decides to run and wins the California primary. Why not? He'd only be 78 years old in 2016, roughly the same age as the Democrats' Congressional leaders, Harry Reid and Nancy Pelosi, with whom he'd fit in perfectly if he became president;
2) a charismatic Black candidate emerges, for example, Cory Booker of Newark, who would win the primary votes of Blacks and many White liberals, leaving Mr. Cuomo, Hillary, and Joe Biden to divide the remaining Democratic votes, which Mr. Cuomo, even with his large New York constituency, might not gain a large enough share of; and
3) a prominent Hispanic candidate emerges, for example, Mayor Villagairosa of Los Angeles, who would not only win the Hispanic vote but also be likely to compete strongly in Democratic primaries in states like California, New York, Texas, and Florida with large Hispanic populations, creating a three-way free-for-all between Andrew Cuomo, Cory Booker, and Antonio Villagairosa for the 2016 Democratic nomination, which maybe no one can win before a bloody convention fight determines the battered victor.
And Republicans are worrying about divisions in their own party?!
No wonder James Carville is so eager to promote Hillary now as a certain-to-win candidate whom no Democrat should oppose for the next four years, in order to prevent the Cuomos, Bookers, and Villagairosas from entering the fray. But Hillary is too divisive, old, and laden with baggage to fulfill that role.
First question she ought to get during the debates is why she went into hiding after the Benghazi massacre.
I don't think she will win. She is an old white woman and will be older in four years. Not appealing at all. I just don't think America will want her. Maggie Thatcher she ain't.
Of course, I don't think Obamugabe is appealing either. How he won by a mixture of class warfare, racism, sexism, will come to roost and hurt all of us.
In the next four years it'll hurt more than just white anglo saxon protestants.
By the time this next election comes around, she's gonna be nothing more than a shrunken head!
And the campaign will once again be about "It's the economy, stupid", won't it Serpent Head? And Hillary will have all the right qualifications because after all, we had "the greatest economic prosperity in generations under Bill Clinton" (gag me!) And the dutiful press will spew that propaganda for her.
And who will be Hillary's running mate? Chelsea?
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Do you guys think he will be ready for Nov 1? The one thing I did not like is that he did not watch all of our preseason games. for someone trying to get familiar with a new team every minute of practice , games , and meetings should be take seriously. Even for a veteran.
He should have took his time and gotten in shape then tried to sign on with the team mid season if we needed him. Hope from the best always loved his game.
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As much as I feel dislike towards the Red Sox as a person who grew up as a Yankee fan, I know that they are people with feelings too and I know I am causing them enough damage by just showing this picture of game 162. So I won't add any commentary, but I have to show the picture because it *was* the story of their 2011:
Grade: B
Notable Additions:
Andrew Bailey, Aaron Cook, Mark Melancon, Clayton Mortensen, Vincente Padilla, Nick Punto, Cody Ross, Kelly Shoppach, and Ryan Sweeney.
Notable Subtractions:
Jonathan Papelbon, J.D. Drew, Jed Lowrie, Hideki Okajima, Josh Reddick, Marco Scutaro, Kyle Weiland, and Dan Wheeler.
Why?: When you actually look at the talent changing hands, the Red Sox are probably more of a C+/B- type offseason. However, the Red Sox's owner, John Henry, also owns the English Premier Legaue Football club, Liverpool. Over the past year, Liverpool has added players totaling a dollar amount that is comparable to the Red Sox's total payroll (when converted from pounds to dollars). Due to this spending spree with Liverpool, and the spending spree last year with the Red Sox, it is understandable that Henry didn't want any major additions to the payroll. Given this fact, I bumped the Red Sox's grade up to a B, because they managed to add some key pieces without spending a lot. Let me tell you, they were REALLY close to being a B+, but I didn't want to bump them up too much.
As odd as it may seem, I think the Sox may have actually upgraded at the closer position. Since Andrew Bailey has been closing out games for the small-market Oakland Athletics, he really isn't as exposed to mainstream America as most closers, but I can tell you he is one of the best in the business. Sure, he played for the A's, which were offensively anemic, and thus gave him more save opportunities, but I remind you that he *did* win the AL ROY a few years ago and has maintained this production since.
I guess you can argue that Cody Ross is a good signing with the Green Monster out in Left Field, but I really can't think of many RHBs that wouldn't benefit from having a wall 300 feet away from them while they're at the plate. Seriously, can you think of more than ten hitters that wouldn't be helped by that? The only names I'm coming up with are right handed slap hitters like Derek Jeter, but I have a feeling even he would be assisted by the wall.
Other than this, I really have nothing else to report on the subject that could be summed up in less than 500 words. The names on the lists suggest that the Red Sox probably deserve a higher grade, but I do have my reasons behind the grade.
Predicted Record Range: 90-95 wins A bunch of people didn't do as well as they could've. Also, I never thought I would say this, but it might be a good thing that John Lackey is out for the season.
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Ballpark in general, mostly at my hometown Triple-A team's ballpark, the Buffalo Bisons.
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This year, I can't wait to get out there and ballhawk.
-Quinn from nybisons
Yes, I guess you could look at it that way. I agree with you, I can see them maybe being a contender for a wild card spot.
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I never thought I'd write this, but I can respect MTV's programming. Yes, the channel still offers irritating reality TV — although Bravo has proudly taken up the mantle of producing the crappiest realty junk on air — but MTV's gamble to create a stable of scripted series has paid off.
I don't love, or even like, some of the shows MTV has produced recently, but I understand their appeal to MTV's core audience. One show in particular — "Awkward." — has captured my heart and mind.
Disclaimer: I'm the hardest person to impress when it comes to series about high school. "Freaks and Geeks" was amazing, but I have serious qualms about our generation's darling "My So-Called Life." So when "Awkward." premiered last summer, I had my guard up. Most high school shows lack any nuance with regards to character or storytelling and come across as mindless exercises in cliches. At first "Awkward." appeared to be guilty of this, too.
Jenna (Ashley Rickards) was the snarky, way-too-pretty-to-be-unpopular unpopular girl who was in love with the hunky Matt (Beau Mirchoff) while the sensitive Jake (Brett Davern) pined for her in the wings.
But by playing into expectations, "Awkward." was cunningly exploring the growth that takes place during late adolescence. Now in its second season — past episodes are available on MTV's website — "Awkward." has really hit its stride. As the narrative has progressed, layers within the main and auxiliary characters have been either exposed or developed very well.
Oh, and I haven't even mentioned that "Awkward." is one of the funnier shows on television. The cast mostly does well with witty scripts, and Rickards' Jenna shines in both the comedic and dramatic moments. Jenna's friends, Tamara (Jillian Rose Reed) and Ming (Jessica Lu), are ridiculous, but in a good way.
My complaints — the parents/adults are funny but often written too broadly, and the slang can be a little irritating — are far outweighed by the positives. Hell, even Jenna's voiceover and Carrie Bradshaw-esque blog writing are treated with enough sarcasm that it's more than tolerable.


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A law championed by State Senator John Bonacic dictates that at least 85% of revenues raised from county room taxes go toward the promotion of tourism in the county. Last year, the Sullivan County Legislature decided to grant the entire 100% of the revenues to the Sullivan County Visitors Association (SCVA), believing that it would provide a good return on investment.
At a meeting regarding the proposed budget for 2012 at the government center on December 1, county treasurer Ira Cohen noted that 15% could be going to his office as an administration fee. He said in a subsequent phone conversation that he didn't necessarily believe that the SCVA should not receive 100% of the tax.
In any case, at the annual dinner of the SCVA at Mr. Willy's Restaurant in Monticello later on December 1, Roberta Byron-Lockwood, president and CEO of the organization, laid out a detailed account of how the 15%, which in 2011 turned out to be about $90,000, was used.
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spent locally. She said SCVA worked out a program with local newspapers and radio stations, whereby local businesses could get advertising at lower rates because of matching funds from SCVA. Byron-Lockwood said, "In 2011, that $90,000 turned into $250,000 that went into our local economy, and with value added from the newspapers and radio stations that turned into a $350,000 investment in our own backyard." She said it was a good investment that encouraged people to spend money in the county.
Also at the meeting, Paul Carlucci, SCVA board president, said tourism continues to be an economic generator in the county. He said, "Visitors spent $345 million in the county [in 2010], generated $22 million in local sales tax and $22 million in state sales tax, representing a 10.7% increase over the previous year."
County manager David Fanslau compared the county to Lancaster County, PA, which has in recent years become a successful tourism brand. He said, "They have farms, we have farms. We need to grow our agro-tourism and SCVA is working on that. They have shopping, we are working on shopping. They don't have Bethel Woods, they don't have the Forestburgh Playhouse, and they don't have many of the unique businesses that sell things in Sullivan County."
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The suspects, 22-year-old Nyisha Britton and 20-year-old Trey Thomas, were taken to the Bee County Jail.
Britton was charged with manufacture and delivery of a controlled substance, synthetic marijuana, one to four grams. That charge was from a previous warrant issued against her.
She also was charged with manufacture and delivery of a controlled substance, synthetic marijuana, four-400 grams, in connection with the June 19 raid.
That charge is a first degree felony. A conviction on that charge could result in 99 years to life in prison and a $10,000 fine.
Thomas was charged with possession of a controlled substance, crack cocaine, one-four grams. That charge is a second degree felony.
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text: It's obviously WAAAAY to soon to panic and start declaring that certain players can't play with each other, but there is also obviously a chemistry problem at this point. It's not very surprising than Curry and Randolph are struggling at this point. They don't have any time on the court together. We need to be a little patient there. However, the lack of chemistry from some of the Knick regulars is a little disappointing. There is rally no excuse for that other than coaching.


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Day 2 – Off to sea – and the first dive!Tuesday, December 16th, 2008 by Adam Subhas
So, I'm going to stay true to my word and post the menu first. I also neglected to mention that outside of dinner, there is PLENTY of food – sandwich fixings, leftovers from previous meals, coffee, tea, drinks, and a deadly array of snacks and candy…
- Mushroom Scramble
- Sausage patties
- Cream of Wheat
- Potatoes and onions
- Fresh guava and other fruit
- Cranberry Scones
- Salad bar
- Meatloaf
- Mashed potatoes
- gravy
- Steamed green beans
- Rice
- Prime Rib
- Eggplant stew
- Roasted rosemary potatoes
- Garlic rice
- Steamed broccoli
- Au jus
- Salad bar
- Raspberry tarts
Cloudy and overcast, with a light drizzle
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44° 20.235′
Speaking of which, we're jumping right in with our first dive today! Jason went in at around 1700 this evening, and will come out again some time after breakfast tomorrow. I'll have a detailed post about Jason in a little bit, but Jason is operated from the "Van," which is 2 converted cargo containers fused together. Inside, there are TONS of electronics and screens – there are pictures in the first album. The Jason pilots sit in the front, and the science crew are set up behind them. We'll be working on 5-hour shifts, each with 4 scientists, from 1700-2200, 2200-0300, and 0300-0800. The tasks will be divided up into a media recorder, who is responsible for making sure all video is recorded to DVDs and other recorded media, a data logger, who inputs important events into the log and keeps a tally of the types of terrain, flora, and fauna they see at determined intervals, a biologist to help with identification of species, and a lead scientist, who communicates with Jason's pilots. The pilots sit up front; there is an engineer to the left, a pilot in the center, and a navigator to the right. Between us and the Jason crew, be working all through the night to determine her progress as she makes her first pass. The first goal is to descend just south of the A1 seamount, and progress north up along the ridge, and then follow it to the Northwest. We'll dive down to about 1700 meters, and then go up from there: the summit of A1 is at about 1225 meters. Here are some of the primary objectives:
- Collect solitary fossil corals at 50 meter increments, if possible
- Collect large fossil Isidids (type of coral – usually branched)
- Run a test mosaic at several altitudes, at a location to be named by the science crew.
- Trip water samples at 1600 and 1450 meters.
- Between 1600 and 1350 meters, sample the 'tops' of the living Solenosmilia reef (this is a highly branched, tubelike coral that forms an intricate network. Many times, our target coral, D. dianthus, is located inside a Solenosmilia reef). At first there will be only rubb, collect a representative sample of this material. The goal is to have multiple samples of solenosmilia from each depth. Separate samples by depth.
- Biobox samples: Live Isidids (not for genetics), associates where n can be large.
- Photos of representative species that structure the community, and the whole community.
- What is the depth distribution of the living species of scleractinia (the stony corals; D. dianthus is a stony coral)?
- Mark the transition between living and dead solenosmilia.
Some tools we used:
- 12 nylon mesh nets on steel frames
- Wire mesh net scoop
- 2 Bio boxes to hold live samples, on swing arms that can swing out from Jason's side
- 8 milk crates to store the fossil samples, held in the front of Jason.
And there's success already! Within the first hour of being on the bottom, we've found plenty of sampling material – many of these scarps are covered with fossil corals that we can easily have access to. Apart from the dead corals, we've seen a pelagic holothurian (or a swimming sea-cucumber), tons of anenomes and gorgonians (fan corals), a whiptail fish, a very interesting sea-cucumber, and other sea life…it's been simply incredible. We also got a grant thanks to Ron Thresher, a biologist on board, to get an underwater HD camera from WHOI's Deep Submergence lab – the picture quality is downright stunning. Hopefully I'll be able to post some stills on the blog.
So I'll split up the posts a little differently later, with a pre- and post- dive post, but the dive is now completed! We managed to bring up all of the samples without a problem. However, the nets did not do so well; there was serious bending on some of the nets, mainly where the handles met the steel frame. They did not fare too well against a basalt seamount… We're going to try to fortify the joints by adding supports to either side. Fortunately there's a machine shop on board that can do some welding. And with that, we're finished with the first dive! We'll be going in again this evening at 1600, so stay tuned for that!


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They are scares that we are always aware of here in Hawaii. Tsunamis and hurricanes are big hazards we face each year. One community is taking extra steps to make sure it is ready for such a scares.
Ewa Beach residents are now officially ready for a natural disaster, said the National Weather Service. After the 2011 tsunami those living in the town felt that they were not fully prepared, so they took things into their own hands.
"Where's the parks that you go to so that you can park and have access to a restroom? That is a pretty key issue if you are going to wait out a five to eight-hour tsunami warning," said Rodney Boucher, a volunteer with the Emergency Preparedness Committee.
Volunteers in the community organized a disaster plan. They also will continue to hold fairs to show the importance of having an emergency kit and a water supply. The National Weather Service said the preparedness program is essential for communities, but crucial for those in Ewa Beach with only three main exists out of the area.
"There's more than 80,000 people living on the peninsula here on the Ewa plane area and you have the ocean right there with a strong tsunami presence. Especially as you go to Iroquois point area that's prone to tsunamis," said Michael Cantin, warning coordination meteorologist with the National Weather Service.
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