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The Mirth of My Essence
mirthofessence.blogspot.com
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Learning to Live and Love in the Pacific Northwest. Or, an attempt to document the single life of the 'new girl' as she navigates the wonder that is Portland.
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Weekend in Pictures

Flower crown from girls at the Studio:Re-styled thrifted rocking chair for my nephew:Lounging outside with literature:Smiles from my niece:Garage-sale treasure, also for my nephew: More lounging...

05 jul 11

Flowers and Flags

Had a BBQ.  Made the deck pretty with some fresh flowers, some crafty star garland, and some Dollar Store flags.   I love holidays. 

04 jul 11

Motorcycle Madness (30 before 30)

Im way behind on my 30 before 30 list.  If Im to complete this crazy list, I need to get a move on it.  Also, I need to be more proactive about documenting each endeavor, as one of the...

01 jul 11

Back to School. Blog School, that is.

Ive been a bit distant this past week - and I might be for a little while longer.  Im currently taking this most fabulous E-Course to figure out what I want from this blog here, and Ive got some...

20 apr 11 1 person likes this

Seeing Double

So, apparently Im still on a 90s kick.  After I was dressed this morning, I had a serious urge to put on some Bel Biv Devoe and rock out, elementary school style.  I believe I wore somethin...

13 apr 11

Music Monday

I havent been able to stop listening to Wye Oak since I discovered them about a month ago.  They came to Portland just a couple weeks ago, and I saw them perform at Mississippi Studios.  Th...

11 apr 11

Wait, What Season Is It?

Happy Monday!Clearly, either Im confused about what season we are currently in, or the weather is.  Or, both.  Regardless, here I am covered from head to toe.  In browns and greens.&nb...

11 apr 11

Comfy Style

Today just felt like a pajama day to me, you know?  The rain clouds are looming, the wind is blowing, and theres no end in sight for this weather.  I wanted to stay in my bathrobe and slipp...

06 apr 11

Without Shoes

Millions of children each day go without enough food, water, shelter or education to help them get by.  They also go without shoes.  Every day.  In honor of their struggle, and to supp...

05 apr 11

So, it is Monday.  And, it is raining.  Again.  Of course.  As you can see, I refuse to give in to the rain.  Ill continue to dress like the California girl I am.  Until...

04 apr 11

No Fool

What?!  Two outfit posts in one week?  Perhaps I can do this after all. I am having a seriously hard time figuring out how to take my own photos.  I am tri-pod less, and I have a ...

01 apr 11

Dreaming of Spring Shoes

Dreaming of Spring Shoes by blsmall featuring keds shoesLace up platform boot$46 - threadsence.comShoes$35 - payless.comJeffrey Campbell wedge shoes$120 - nordstrom.comJ crew shoes$495 - jcrew.comFry...

30 mar 11

Studio Style

Im back - and Im determined to make this blog work!Thanks to the fabulous Brea, Ive got the motivation and inspiration I need to join the fabulous world of style blogging. I spend so much time each d...

30 mar 11

Wednesday Lustings

Three items seriously on my radar:Nouvelle Vague. A perfect Summer shade.Cranberry Canvas Wedge by TomsGolden Calla Ring from Anthropologie

11 aug 10 1 person likes this

Might as Well Face It, Im Addicted to Kale.

Ive recently discovered how much I love Kale. Its leafy, crunchy goodness packs a serious nutritional punch, and its bitter flavor is easily masked by the sweet fruit Ive been blending it with in my ...

10 aug 10 1 person likes this

First Style File

Id like to pretend today is my first day of blogging here, as Ive finally purchased a camera and have committed to posting more often about what fancies me. Ive also been saying for years how Id love...

09 aug 10

Potential Employment

Im in my new city, and well into my job search. Ive got some networking events coming up, and Im hopefully going to be doing a lot of volunteering in my field of interest. Theres also good ol Craigsl...

30 may 10

Nostalgia

Its been 10 years since I graduated high school, and not until I came across this old ad have I really thought about how long ago I was a teenager. Thank you, Mr. Klein

30 may 10

All Packed up and Ready to Go

Ive been sick for my entire Bay Area visit. I would blame the little nugget, were he not so cute and fun to cuddle with. Hes also great for impromptu dance parties. Of my music collection, his two fa...

14 may 10

Weeks End, projects begining

Its Sunday:To-Do List for the Coming Week:1. Complete one crossword a day2. Get new ID, with new address3. Make curtains (Im pretty embarrassed I havent even begun yet)4. Get a library Card for my ne...

10 jan 10

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