Monthly Archives: March 2011

An Embarrassment of Riches: The Moleskine

Posted on March 25, 2011 by Lisa

(An Embarrassment of Riches is a new series exploring select consumer goods that, for one reason or another, annoy the crap out of me.) OK, I have to know: can someone tell me what’s so freaking fantastic about Moleskine notebooks? … Continue reading →

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The Surefire Way to Remember You Have Enough

Posted on March 15, 2011 by Lisa

Here it is: Think of Japan. That’s it. Don’t buy new shoes. Don’t house-hunt. Don’t go to the gym. Don’t try to lose 10 pounds. Don’t surf the net for cheap plane tickets. Don’t fantasize about how great your life … Continue reading →

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Object Love: Leather Club Chair

Posted on March 10, 2011 by Lisa

When I was 29, I was living in a rundown Victorian rental house with two friends, dating a 24 year old drummer (yeah, yeah – hindsight is 20/20), and thinking of quitting my job teaching high school English and Drama. I … Continue reading →

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Project 333, Part Two (aka Taking It On The Road)

Posted on March 2, 2011 by Lisa

Well hello there, Semi-Material Worlders! I’m back from the land of antibiotics and stuffed nose, neti pot rinsing and wan complexion and bed. I got back on Friday, in fact, from my first business trip in more than two years. … Continue reading →

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