Mercury is in Gatorade and I'm an Aquarius

Hello everyone. How's things? Life's been busy here, but that's good because it keeps me from paying too much attention to the news. What I have seen seems to be indicating that 2021 is picking up right where 2020 left off without missing a beat. I am however enjoying watching Tulip Mania play out in real time in 2020. I'm not about to feel sorry for the rich losing money on a system they set up to benefit themselves. Anyway, the Game Stop stock story has been about the only bright spot of late. In other news, a decent sized part of the American population believes there's a Jewish space laser starting forest fires😮. I'd move, but I'm old and where the hell would I go? 

While I've been at home getting older, my hair has been getting longer. Blow drying it straight for the first time in ages, it was surprising to see how well it grows when it is generally neglected. It is still quite thin, and in terrible condition, but it is long. I guess that's some sort of accomplishment? 

The weather has been frigid of late, and it is only expected to get worse. That's fine, most years I don't get the opportunity to wear the really warm stuff in my collection. This 1970s cardigan is acrylic, but very tightly knitted and almost wind-proof. The skirt is vintage corduroy, and the fleece-lined Snowland boots keep my feet nice and comfortable. They're a bit like Uggs, but more stylish. 

I thought such a vintage ensemble deserved vintage eyewear. 

 

I haven't been anywhere exciting of late, aside from the grocery store . There's a small regional chain that opens at 6 AM daily, and unlike other stores, has all their produce out and ready to sell when they open. Last trip, I was the only customer and I was able to breeze through and get two weeks worth of shopping done in under half an hour. I was back home before Danny was awake and Mr. ETB had left for work. I miss the now-defunct store I previously shopped at, but this was easy and inexpensive. Sometimes I shop at Target if I need non-food items, but for a quick grocery run, the Family Fare has been a lifesaver. 

This was a surprise hit with the boys. I had three beef short ribs in the freezer, so I went ahead and cooked them slowly in the oven early in the day. AT dinnertime, I sliced the meat thinly and cooked it in a wok with broccoli and some other vegetables and served it over an omelet cut into ribbons like noodles. 

This was a small package of chicken legs I'd also forgotten in the depths of the freezer. I'd bought the celeriac without any plans for it and thought I'd try it as a mash-they both loved it. It was certainly easier than my usual preparation that requires soaking in lemon juice, drying the pieces, and then frying. I'm lucky they both like root vegetables because the selection of produce this time of year isn't so great. I envy people that live in California. 

More double-knit polyester. The stuff is warm, and easy to care for. This is actually a sleeveless dress with a matching jacket. 

I can't imagine wearing it without the jacket. Someone on Instagram suggested cutting the top from the skirt to provide more outfit options, but I think it is fine as is. I have enough clothes that I don't need to stretch my wardrobe items, but I can certainly see where it could be beneficial. I do sometimes wear the jacket with other outfits. 

Had the perfect handbag to go with it, not that I was going anywhere!

Remember how a couple posts ago I was complaining that I don't like jeans? Well I tried some other pairs and know what? I still don't like them. Can't say I didn't give it a fair try though.

Isn't the print on the jacket wild? It is a shimmery synthetic fabric with textured lines running through it. I'm sure there's a name for it that's escaping me at the moment. 

I'll run through a few other quick outfits just to get caught up. 

1980s

1970s

1970s

1980s

1990s

1980s

1970s boots

Seriously-look at those crazy heels.

1980s

In other news, the neighbourhood middle school has a white board where teachers leave an "Inspirational Quote of the Day" for students arriving in the morning. All good until the other day when someone decided to leave a Hitler quote. Because it is in our district, we've been getting apologetic emails about it from the district superintendent. Sigh. You can read about it  HERE. I'd say it was shocking but really, it isn't at all. God only knows what they're going to post on the board for Black History Month. 

We have more snow on the way tonight, and then into the deep-freeze with sub-zero (F) temperatures through next week. I'm continuing to chug along with my basement makeover, so that should keep me busy at home. I get another year older tomorrow, so there's that. 

Stay safe and well everyone.