Maria A.

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The perfect bag

Maria A. posted an article on - Dec 7, 2009, 8:00 am
  Jon's birthday present to me is this beautiful new handbag by Tano!  I had been looking for the perfect crossover handbag that would be small and not too bulky, but also big enough to fit my ...
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Happy Friday!

Maria A. posted an article on - Dec 4, 2009, 3:34 pm
Time to get ready for the weekend!
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Wednesday photos

Maria A. posted an article on - Dec 2, 2009, 11:31 pm
 Pictures from walking to the bus station tonight.  I like the way they lit up the trees with Christmas colors and how festive it looks.  By the way, where did November go?
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Monday photo

Maria A. posted an article on - Dec 1, 2009, 12:39 am
Max takes a little ride on the conveyor belt at the sushi restaurant.  Don't worry.  He didn't get very far before we snatched him back up again. 
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Vancouver food

Maria A. posted an article on - Nov 30, 2009, 8:00 am
     Gyoza King in Vancouver is such an amazing place.  We ate lots of Japanese and Korean food this weekend, but Gyoza King is one of our favorite spots that we always try to make time for when...
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Thanksgiving

Maria A. posted an article on - Nov 27, 2009, 1:22 am
     Our first Thanksgiving dinner cooked and completely successful.  My favorite dishes were the stuffing that turned out moist and flavorful and the cranberry sauce that was perfectly tart.  ...
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Happy Friday!

Maria A. posted an article on - Nov 20, 2009, 8:00 am
Today, I'm having a Mary Tyler Moore moment.  I end an old work assignment, and start with a new work assignment on Monday that I'm very, very excited to be a part of.  That deserves a hat t...
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Moleskine apartment house

Maria A. posted an article on - Nov 19, 2009, 1:20 am
An apartment building anyone could afford to live in.  What a nice thought.  Via Drawn!
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Goodwill bags

Maria A. posted an article on - Nov 18, 2009, 8:00 am
   These are some of my favorite bags that I was able to find at the sale this past weekend.  One Louis Vuitton backpack, one vintage Christian Dior, and one vintage Coach bag.  Not bad for a f...
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Goodwill finds

Maria A. posted an article on - Nov 17, 2009, 11:01 pm
 This weekend, I went to the annual Goodwill vintage sale, known here as the Goodwill Glitter sale.  For a sale that most people line up super early for, it wasn't as crazy and packed as I thoug...
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Happy Friday!

Maria A. posted an article on - Nov 13, 2009, 8:00 am
It's a Go-Go's type of day..Have a great weekend!
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Thursday photos

Maria A. posted an article on - Nov 12, 2009, 9:43 pm
   Lots of kitschy fun stuff at the antique mall today.  I'm kind of in love with the weird shell mermaid lamp thing.  It's so ugly and weird, but in a good way.  The plastic important fi...
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Aquariums

Maria A. posted an article on - Nov 10, 2009, 8:00 am
A little something to make your Tuesday peaceful. Kuroshio Sea - 2nd largest aquarium tank in the world - (song is Please don't go by Barcelona) from Jon Rawlinson on Vimeo.
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Monday photos

Maria A. posted an article on - Nov 10, 2009, 12:41 am
  And just like that, a new start with a new job happens.  Perfect!  These past couple months have been a bit stressful for me lately, but today I took on a new assignment that I'm very excite...
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Weekend photos

Maria A. posted an article on - Nov 9, 2009, 2:23 am
Busy weekend followed by a busy week ahead!  For me, it's just a reminder that the holidays are staring right at us.  I always seem to get overwhelmed and tend to over extend myself.  I don'...
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Weekend photos

Maria A. posted an article on - Nov 4, 2009, 11:38 am
  Posting some of my favorite pics from Halloween weekend.  What can I say..it's my favorite holiday and I wish it could go on forever. 
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Happy Halloween!

Maria A. posted an article on - Oct 29, 2009, 11:12 pm

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Wednesday photos

Maria A. posted an article on - Oct 28, 2009, 10:03 pm
Hot chocolate and pear and pecan pie are perfect for a chilly Fall night.  Pictures taken at 15th Ave Coffee & Tea.
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New vintage

Maria A. posted an article on - Oct 27, 2009, 2:00 pm
Vintage Robinson's dress with hearts and stars (no whistles), and black sweater with sequins on the arms.  Both completely necessary and both found at my new favorite vintage store.
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Weekend photos

Maria A. posted an article on - Oct 27, 2009, 1:45 am
Work has been so stressful and busy lately, that sometimes a mental health day (or week) is in order, and that's pretty much why I skipped an entire week here on my blog.  Now it's time to ge...
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Train to Friday

Maria A. posted an article on - Oct 16, 2009, 7:00 am
Personally, this is exactly how I like to collect my coffee on a Friday morning.  Have a great weekend!
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Crazy cat lady

Maria A. posted an article on - Oct 15, 2009, 8:00 am
Holy.  It's official...cats are kinda hot people.  Lady Gaga is a fellow Hello Kitty freak...call me!  Let's go gaga shopping for stuff!  That bag is awesome and she looks...well, naked. ...
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Vintage from Portland

Maria A. posted an article on - Oct 15, 2009, 12:59 am
100% white silk spotted pencil skirt from the 80's and a little vintage fur wrap that I'm not sure I'll ever use, but I couldn't resist leaving it behind.  Both items found at Xtabay ...
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Mew mew

Maria A. posted an article on - Oct 13, 2009, 10:58 pm
Absolutely loving the pattern detail in Miu Miu's Spring collection.  It just makes me happy.  Very very happy.  View all the gorgeous details here.  Images via Style.com.
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Weekend photos

Maria A. posted an article on - Oct 11, 2009, 7:36 pm
  Spending one day in Portland is usually all I need to get my fix of leaving town.  Found one little vintage shop that had some pretty great stuff, did some record shopping, ate lots of food, hung ...
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Happy Friday!

Maria A. posted an article on - Oct 9, 2009, 8:00 am
This Friday, I'm in the mood for beatnik and when I think of fabulous beatnik, I think of Cher.  By the way, I totally want Cher's entire outfit in this video.  We're off to Portland ear...
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Man Shops Globe event : Anthropologie

Maria A. posted an article on - Oct 9, 2009, 1:24 am
Pictures from tonight's Man Shops Globe screening party at the flagship Anthropologie store.  We all got to see the first episode where he shops at the Paris flea markets - I've been there! ...
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Wednesday photo

Maria A. posted an article on - Oct 8, 2009, 1:10 am
Sorry for the lack of posts this week, but I'm trying to focus on some work-related stuff right now.  Will be back soon.
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Weekend photo

Maria A. posted an article on - Oct 5, 2009, 8:00 am
Last weekend felt really short, but this weekend felt perfect.  Windy days, record shopping, vintage shopping, iced coffee, and lots of relax time.  How was your weekend?
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Happy Friday!

Maria A. posted an article on - Oct 2, 2009, 8:00 am
I have to admit that I've never seen the video footage for this song, so I'm sharing with all of you.  I love Ringo's red rain slicker.  Have a great weekend!
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Wednesday photo

Maria A. posted an article on - Sep 30, 2009, 3:21 am
Ever have the feeling that somehow you missed out on taking some much needed vacation time?  Where did this year go and how did I manage to skip over taking time off?  This year, I had a total of 4 ...
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Vintage finds

Maria A. posted an article on - Sep 29, 2009, 4:00 pm
New 60's mod coasters I picked up on my trip to the antique store.  I love the bright colors and all the outlined layers of colors on the petals.
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Tuesday photos

Maria A. posted an article on - Sep 29, 2009, 8:00 am
Why are vintage hats for women so tiny?  Were people smaller back in the 50's and 40's, or is my head really that big?
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Monday photo

Maria A. posted an article on - Sep 28, 2009, 8:00 am
My peony tattoo is finally finished.  The blue was a last minute decision.  It's always best to trust your first instinct.
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Ah the weekend

Maria A. posted an article on - Sep 25, 2009, 8:00 am
This is just the kind of mood I'm in right now.  And he just happens to be my most favorite performer...next to Jon, of course.  Happy Friday!
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Ankle socks

Maria A. posted an article on - Sep 24, 2009, 8:00 am
I think ankle socks are so very adorable right now transitioning into Fall.  I really like these by J. Crew, but was not able to find them in store when I went searching for them.  With these bright...
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Duro Olowu

Maria A. posted an article on - Sep 23, 2009, 8:00 am
These color and pattern combinations are so fabulous.  By Duro Olowu for Spring 2010.  Images via Style.com.
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It came from the 80's

Maria A. posted an article on - Sep 22, 2009, 8:00 am
These are totally straight up Ruthless People / Bette Midler's target wardrobe after pumping water bottles, but I love it!  Designer is Josh Goot and since he's Australian, I'm guessing h...
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Weekend photos

Maria A. posted an article on - Sep 21, 2009, 4:13 pm
A couple of random photos I forgot to post from our Bumbershoot weekend.  This week, I'm looking forward to catching up on all the Spring 2010 fashions that have been coming down the runway.
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Happy weekend

Maria A. posted an article on - Sep 18, 2009, 8:00 am
The perfect video to end my week of NY posts.  Have a good one!
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View from the top

Maria A. posted an article on - Sep 17, 2009, 2:19 am
Seeing New York from the top of the Empire State Building was well worth the two elevator rides up, and standing in long lines.  We were lucky to have a beautiful clear day there this past Sunday and...
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Central Park

Maria A. posted an article on - Sep 16, 2009, 10:00 am
What can I say about Central Park?  I feel as if it's the best part of NY.  I honestly could have spent my entire 4 days there and been completely happy.  The runners, the people walking their ...
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Studio 54 is that you?

Maria A. posted an article on - Sep 16, 2009, 1:30 am
  Pictures from the incredible bar and club lounge at our hotel: The New Jane.  Located in the Meatpacking district, the pictures really do not do this place justice.  When you walk into the ...
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I heart NY

Maria A. posted an article on - Sep 15, 2009, 2:00 am
One of my favorite things about NY was the people watching.  You can run into so many different types of people there on any given day that it just adds so much interest to running an errand or even ...
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I feel good

Maria A. posted an article on - Sep 14, 2009, 2:08 pm
Back in Seattle from NYC and what an amazing trip it was.  NYC certainly knew how to show me a good time.  Lots to tell and will post about it later!
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NYC, get ready

Maria A. posted an article on - Sep 8, 2009, 2:02 am
I'm signing off for this week to prepare for my trip to NYC.  Two girls + first time trip to NYC = trouble.  Let's see how well I (what am I saying, "we") do at restraining myself ourselves ...
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Happy weekend!

Maria A. posted an article on - Sep 4, 2009, 8:00 am
Here's a little Ennio Morricone to get you going through the long weekend.  I love many, many Ennio Morricone pieces, but this piece is one of my favorites.  It always makes me all teary-eyed fo...
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Kitty wishes

Maria A. posted an article on - Sep 3, 2009, 11:36 pm
Today was Max's birthday, approximately.  At least that's what the vet told us, approximately.  Happy Birthday Max!  Here he is doing what he does best.  Interrupting our teeth brushing ti...
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Tuesday photos

Maria A. posted an article on - Sep 1, 2009, 8:00 am
Still thinking about Inglourious Basterds and Christoph Waltz's amazing performance.  Brad Pitt is humorous and also a worthy watch, but it was really all about Mr. Waltz and his strudel.  He pr...
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Sequin it

Maria A. posted an article on - Aug 31, 2009, 8:48 pm
I have succumbed to the sequin craze.  Hey, it was cheap!  I feel like this is just the right amount and I received an "it looks cute, you win" from Jon.  Weeee!
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