Stories, good finds and other matters of importance

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We Have Christmas (Home)Made!
Read the story: We Have Christmas (Home)Made!When you’re both a crafty queen and a Christmas whore, the holidays really are the most wonderful time of the year. Here are some of my favorite recent creations.
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What The Dutch?! Christmastime in Amsterdam
Read the story: What The Dutch?! Christmastime in AmsterdamTodd and I just visited Amsterdam as the city was kicking off its Christmastime festivities. So beautiful! And oddly specific. I’ve never seen so much blackface in my life. Or women singing seductively to teddy bear puppets.
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Spanx for the Memories, Facebook
Read the story: Spanx for the Memories, FacebookFive years ago, one of the most traumatic events of my (admittedly sheltered) life happened. I got trapped in Spanx in a Nordstrom dressing room. Here’s how it happened.
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For One Night Only: #GoneTooSoon
Read the story: For One Night Only: #GoneTooSoonFor one night — and one spooky night only — the Koches have resurrected our favorite singers for an encore performance. Presenting #GoneTooSoon!
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I’m Wearing Pink All Month For Breast Cancer Awareness
Read the story: I’m Wearing Pink All Month For Breast Cancer AwarenessI’ve been invited to be part of the American Cancer Society’s national “Real Men Wear Pink” campaign to raise awareness and funds for ACS’s work to prevent, treat and beat breast cancer. In addition to raising money (please donate!) to…
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Hitting the Road to Houston
Read the story: Hitting the Road to HoustonPeople in Dallas often joke that there’s a long-standing rule that if you live in Dallas, you’re required to hate Houston…and I’m told the feeling is mutual. Having been to Houston only a few times in my adult life, usually…





