An adorable puppy who lives in my neighborhood 🙂
Fa(t)shion
-The comments in this thread about exploring the friction between attention-seeking and impatience with regard to unusual fashion choices are so interesting. And the post led me to my new style crush, Lorena Cupcake! Her outfits remind me what I love about fashion: rainbows, bright and interesting color combinations, and the sheer playful fun of putting it all together.
-These unicorn slippers are the cutest thing.
-My mind is slightly blown by Domino Dollhouse’s ring pop ring. It looks like a ring pop! But it’s an actual ring! Whoa…
-Pure fatshion (and fat love adorableness) inspiration: this bride’s gorgeous frock. It’s so glamorous, and fantastically twirly.
–Rock N’ Roll Bride’s fall/winter collection for Crown and Glory is now available. How gorgeous is the Sophie flower crown?
-Affatshionista reviews Gwynnie Bee. I keep meaning to do one of those free monthlong trials….
Fat Acceptance
–Imagine if it was really about health.
-Marianne writes about her experience doing a 5K while fat.
-I’m glad to hear that Massachusetts will no longer send “fat letters” home to the parents of fat kids.
Climate and Sustainability
–Inspiring actions from last weekend’s PowerShift, a convergence of young leaders from around the world working on social and environmental justice issues.
–Back to no future: what use is playing the long game when the arc of the universe feels so frighteningly short?
Jobs and the Economy
–How to democratize the US economy.
–Amid government shutdown, “New Economy” events across US draw enthusiasts for sustainable alternatives.
–Giving away food is great for business: the surprising benefits of local lending.
–Why Iceland should be in the news, but is not.
-This puffin makes a very good point…
–“The world doesn’t need any more costume designers.”
Everything Else
-Jaclyn’s takedown of the misogynists who call themselves “men’s rights activists” is so important.
–I am not going to pursue a PhD (I am tired).
–Willow Smith and the curious case of the carefree black girl.
–A yarn-bombed tree squid = !!
-I really like this piece exploring whether polyamory is a choice and whether it matters. I especially the like the author’s take on how to build a legal framework that serves all unconventional families without getting rid of marriage.
–Shooter boys and at-risk girls: reflections on teenage anger and the ways adults respond to it based on gender, race, and class.
Tutus And Tiny Hats 
Thanks for the lovely link. I think the Gwynnie Bee trial is great for a time when you have a lot going on and lots of places to go. I am loving mine so far. A new package just came yesterday.
You’re welcome!
Great brain food and fun fluff this Friday morning! The article on “weird” fashion choices and people’s responses to them spurred me to email a former student of mine and engage her in a conversation about goth style and whether we should expect curiosity and/or harassment for making out-of-the-norm choices. She took a gender studies and media class with me, and we always got in good arguments, so this article was a nice way for me to reconnect with her.
I also enjoyed the Offbeat Bride article and the new designs from Crown and Glory. Have a great weekend!
Liz
Thanks, you too! I’m glad that article led to you connecting with your former student.
I adore these posts. Thank you!
Thanks, and you’re welcome! 🙂
That doggie’s nose!
He does have an adorable nose! And it’s hard to see from this angle, but he also has one blue eye and one brown eye. 😀