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GAAAHHH! I'm so overcome with the preciousness of Eleanor Rigby (picked up this evening) that I can't even begin to know how to describe her...

From now on, you can follow her puppy upbringing and antics on her very own blog, Sniffs About Town.

Skip's Famous Friend

OMG! My lovely, lovely friend, Mike "Collars Up" Crittenden is famous! I am beaming with pride!

While we have always suspected that Mike would be a shining star in life and, more notably, in the journalism world (he's a smarty and fun to boot), we could never have predicted the speed at which he has risen to celeb status! Dan Rather watch out!

Check out Mike's very serious discussion of the financial crisis on CNN here.

Mini Me

With basically nothing to do at work this week (my final four days) and the excuse of my impending birthday, I've logged (too) many hours trolling the world wide web for much-needed gifting treats.

Indeed, my latest craving is the Dell Inspiron Mini in Alpine White. While not an Apple, the Mini is finally a refreshing aesthetic offering from the stodgy PC people that can somewhat compete with the chic-and-sleek (if functionally weak) MacBook.

It's so wee! It's so portable! It's perfect for my New England-late-Fall-walks-through-parks-with-poetry-writing-stops-at-Starbucks...er...or something.

Skip Loves Unnecessary Knowledge

Now that I have finally decided to end my imprisonment behind the Red Doors, it seems there is little left for me to do at work. How convenient the timing! How lovely that the end is near! How incredibly boring these last 5 days will be!

No worries, my dear readers...I have spent 3 hours already this morning (my last Friday at Talbots) enjoying the random musings of Unnecessary Knowledge, a perfectly useless and utterly pleasing website that generates pointless fun facts for the ennui-sufferers among us. For example, how marvelous to learn that "about 200,000,000 M&M's are sold each day in the United States" or that "the only word in the English language with three consecutive S's is goddessship."

It is far more entertaining than inputting orders into my Jewelry assortment sheets.

Skip Loves Sperry

While I will dearly miss my delightful co-workers and co-car poolers, it is with immense pleasure that I announce my long-awaited departure from Talbots! YAY! Thank goodness! I am free of the torture and tragedy and tail-spinning at last!

Rather, I will be spending 2 weeks as a fussy puppy mummy and then will be starting at the ultimate prepster haven, Sperry Top-Sider! Not only do I get to realize my elitist, WASP world vision (sailing, polos, Top-Siders, ivy, daily cocktails at 6pm and manipulative passive-aggression) but also I have a shorter commute, more vacation time, a gym on-site and a 50%-off discount at other Stride Rite brands like Saucony (RTT already has his orders in), Keds, Robeez and Grasshoppers. I feel like I can finally enjoy Boston!

I might just have to go home tonight and have that cocktail.

Skip Loves Black Cabs

Despite my best effort at seeking out new musicians before anyone else, sometimes the well runs a little dry...and even I ultimately get sick of listening to the same songs on repeat (I think 300 rotations is my average).

Rather than be glum about my failings and give in to the unintelligent, syntho-pop turned out by bands around the globe (ok, so I love Leona Lewis, but that's not my point) I have refocused my attentions on pre-existing talent showcasing their already adored musical stylings in a different forum. Old dog, new tricks.

My latest discovery is the work of the London-based Just So Films (brilliant website, by the way, brilliant) called the Black Cab Sessions, where in which indie-folk musicians record an impromptu song in the back of a black cab. The video sessions are charming, intimate and revealing and include such artists as Badly Drawn Boy, My Morning Jacket, The National and Spoon.

Only the Brits could come up with an idea this clever and comical. Why am I not surprised?

Skip Does Denver

RTT and I just spent the weekend in the absolutely divine Denver, Colorado.

While there was some doubt about the location of the mountains (from our 'mountain view' hotel room) through the hazy daylight, the weather was blissfully warm and Greg & Ariel's wedding was wonderful wonder full. They even had a digital photo booth!

We simply had to share the love.

Skip's Wish List; Part II

As much as I hate to admit it, I am getting older. Indeed, my 29th birthday (twentyfine) is rapidly approaching. Yipes.

However, a little list making always lifts my spirits! Thus, I'm officially beginning my Birthday/Christmas list here and now...

(1) David Yurman Perfume. No one can resist the winter-y aroma of this luxurious new scent. I am obsessed with it!

(2) Custom Calendar Charm. What better way to celebrate my glorious entrance into this world than with jewelry that reminds me of me?!?! Or rather, my wedding day?!?! I would like this calendar charm from Charm Co. marked with a sparkling May 9th, 2008...

(3) Lomographer's Diana F+ Camera. I'm going retro this season (think 70's Sloane Rangers) both in form and function. I desperately need this hip, old-school camera to unleash my inner artiste. The Diana F+ Starter Kit and the Diana+ 35mm Back Kit, please.

(4) Custom Stationery. While I'm fairly sure I've already made clear my utmost desires for personalized, married-gal stationery, I'll just reiterate my need here. I'm leaning towards the violet lady silhouette, FYI.

(5) Morning Hat. As I will no doubt be waking up at the crack of dawn to walk my precious pup, my not-so-precious bed head will need to be covered up in a cute cap. I've decided the Grey Wool Maude hat from Coach is my best bet. I look good in hats.

(6) Winter Handbag. While at the Coach website, why not make me that much happier with the fabulous Hamptons bobo hobo bag in glossy grey that will perfectly compliment my bleak-is-chic winter wardrobe.

(7) Owl Umbrella Stand. Once a Chi Omega, always a Chi Omega....or something like that. I need this umbrella stand. That's all I can say.