Only in N.C.

Every night ends with the “jamon jam,” a sing-along for guests who want to ham it up. And of course, turn-down service in your room comes with a bag of pork rinds on your pillow.

April Fools!

Charleston Packing List, courtesy of PLH Travel Planners.

Everyone needs someone to tell them exactly what to wear each day. Although "travel clothes of your own choosing" is too broad for my taste. Who knows what I'll wear now...I'll probably wear a muumuu and rain boots.



FRIDAY: High 70 Low 60

arrive at 11:08 travel clothes of your own choosing
orange bikini
white linen cover-up
OR blue linen pants, tank top and jean jacket
flip-flops or rainbows
3pm 70% chance of precipitation
white rain jacket

evening: cooking and then going out downtown Sullivan's Island
black tee shirt, red jeans, sandals
silver trench for rain

night: flower power pajamas

SATURDAY: High 76 Low 62
morning: Sunning and beaching it!
striped bikini
white linen cover-up
flip-flops

afternoon: shopping downtown in Charleston
40% chance precipitation
white jersey dress, jean jacket, flats
rain: silver trench

evening: Blossom for dinner then out on the town
Milly floral top, white jeans, black patent heels
silver trench

SUNDAY: High 72 Low 63
travel clothes of your own choosing

Don't you want me as a bridesmaid?

So I'm in a wedding in a few months, and I'm going to a bachelorette getaway this weekend. I made my demands clear. I will not do this:

and I plan to come to the wedding dressed like this:



My demands are simple and finite. Like the rules of hair care. Thanks Elle, my yoda of choice.
Also, Sami, I got you this. Enjoy your non-anatomically correct gift.

Thanks Pantone.

COLORS FOR FALL 2009

(Top Row, L-R: American Beauty, Creme Brulee, Purple Heart, Rapture Rose, Iron)
(Bottom Row, L-R: Majolica Blue, Honey Yellow, Warm Olive, Burnt Sienna, Nomad)

For a more in-depth breakdown of each color, read more.

• American Beauty: This reddish tone is said to evoke a patriotic feel.
• Creme Brulee: This neutral color is a softer alternative to white.
• Purple Heart: This purple hue is predicted to be a popular color for accessories.
• Rapture Rose: This refreshing new hue is said to emit hope and surprise.
• Iron Heart: This color is said to be the new black. The brown cast makes it a warmer alternative to gray.
• Majolica Blue: One of our favorite hues. This color is said to give off a smokey sense of calmness.
• Honey Yellow: This warm tone is the Fall variation of Spring yellow.
• Warm Olive: This exotic take on yellow is said to show designers' concern about being eco-conscious.
• Burnt Sienna: This color is said to be Fall's interpretation of orange and the reddish tone makes it more versatile.
• Nomad: This hue serves as an important foundation for pairing with rich and saturated brights.

Thanks Sami!

Smart Girls at the Party.

Ok, so maybe I've been babysitting too much, but I LOVE this. Positive role models for girls. Highlighting the fact that it's cool to be smart and proactive. AND I just saw the guitarist, Amy, at UCB!

I LOVE my alma matter.

Go to Hell Duke!

p.s. go to about 4 minutes to hear the song every true tarheel knows and loves...

The Hunt 2008.

An interesting introduction to New Jersey.

I know where I stand.