Balloons - commonly seen at happy events. Like children's birthday parties. Well, things have clearly changed with Shauna Luedtke's “Jerks Balloons” which feature a bunch of nasty messages. You know how most of the time you can say anything and get away with it, as long as you smile while doing it? Trust me, it works. Well in the case of these balloons, they can probably say anything and get . . .
Bald Guy Laughs
Not sure if people even send cards and letters these days. With the advent of technology and Facebook birthday reminders, just a simple message on the wall seems enough these days. An SMS or Whatsapp message perhaps, for the special friends. Call me nostalgic, but I've always been a strong advocate for handwritten cards and the sending of snail mail. How long has it been since you last went to . . .
Typography Pie
I must bake this one day. via A Subtle Revelry . . .
Quarter of a Century
As I listen to 'Close to You' by The Carpenters on the way to work, it really hits me that I've reached a quarter of a century. The big day was last week, and despite the splattering of cosmopolitans on its eve...the birthday weekend was comprised of a quiet weekend away from the city. (Note: Shanghai is a city of 23 million, Suzhou's population of 10.5 million is quiet in perspective.) Gone are . . .
Calm in the Storm
First one home on a Friday night. Nothing to complain about, I've had my vodka lime soda, antipasto and a cheese platter. Between work, the big boss visiting Shanghai from Australia, a board game night, company dinners, the boyfriend's birthday, minor house redecorating and a new housemate, there's hardly been a moment to breathe this week. A flurry of good food and way too much enjoyment. Now for . . .