MEET LOLA & BEULAH

I'll be the first to admit... I like jokes. I like to laugh. I like to pull pranks. Well, sometimes my bizarre imagination takes me beyond my own comfort zone (some would argue, I don't have a comfort zone). But I do. Yes, indeed. Although the years roll by, and I get older, I choose to embrace the...unique side of life (possibly meaning, I don't act my age? Whoops). Together, my friend and I have definitely overstepped our boundaries, overstayed our welcome and have caused minor scenes whenever we embark on a new journey. It all started with the mustache... (the mustache of glory... or to be more exact, the traveling stache). No mustaches sported here.. no, no. Not this time. Consider this a new approach... 

Here is a small tale of two, outlandishly amiable ladies.

On one such outing, Lola & Beulah took local stores by storm. And the sad part... nobody knew they were coming. 

 Gardening? Please, they're hats.

(Martha would be...shocked!)

 Ode to Taiwan, of course.

(Shed a tear, or ten.)

 Elmo loves Erin.

(They exchanged phone numbers after the photo shoot)

 I think I love Elmo.

(Guffaws of laughter and gawkish stares begin to ripple through the store)

"No stopping there," Lola & Beulah shout. 

"We must continue the photo shoot!"

In the Fabric section, you might spy a Gypsy, 

who then becomes acquainted with :

 Sacajawea, 

who then starts tapping her toes to the beat of a special musical guest :

Michael Jackson,

who just so happens to be filming his music video, entitled :

"Remember the Time" 

- Scene change -

(But for story sake, it's really a store change)

As Lola & Beulah rummage through some odds and ends, something catches their eye...

 Slippery plastic suits? 

Why yes, because everyone should have one.

 Lola gets stage fright...

"Maybe I have gone too far.." she thinks.

Never.

 Necessary head gear ...

(Because a trip to Russia is in order)

Which leads to the ultimate of ultimates :

 .....Meow Meow Lullaby, of course.

(I am just a kitten, hardly fit my mittens

Much too small I figure, one day I'll be bigger.)

I want to be ready, in case I meet a Leprechaun...

 Who's. That. Lady?

(Who's that Lady?)

 I hear we have to learn the ways of  mountain men, because homes might be destroyed in the near future.

 Because the Spice Girls would be proud

(I'll tell you what I want, what I really really want)

If you want Lola & Beulah to make a cameo visit to your favorite local store, be sure and let us know. We have plenty of camera space, peace signs, wild imaginations and story lines that could very soon make it your very own hometown.  Be on the lookout!

REFLECTIONS: has it really almost been ONE year?

An ode, if you will: 
I was thinking... I have been home from Taiwan almost a year now. Oh dear. What now?
'Tis a reflection of some struggles and some enlightening moments over the past year.

Wonders, loves and dreams have been fulfilled this past year. Although my "list" is still FULL of much anticipated happenings, I have been pleased with every pen mark, crossing off such delights. Hmmmm, where to begin. The summer passed by (much too quickly, unfortunately) in a wink. I barely made time to make a pit stop and devour a lush, cold dessert at Zeppe's Italian ice...much to my dismay,  has since closed its' doors as the winter chill is now ever apparent. Darn. Dang hippies.

 Boo Hoo.

In all honesty, great sadness has come upon me. Yes, it's true: my traveling has come to an excruciating halt. I guess I realized it was time to "grow up" and get a job, and earn a decent, respectable name for myself. So after being home from Taiwan for almost 4 months, I began to fear. For you see, I was unemployed and missing Taiwan. I didn't want to find work. I wanted to go back to Taiwan. But... amongst all the job hunting, sleepless nights and fear of being useless, I am happy to report that I am employed and have been for the past 6 months. Although grateful for my new found delightfully chaotic lifestyle at work, I must say, traveling is ALWAYS, always on my mind. I have some sites already jotted down, money saving as we speak, and plans drafting... for I have a dream. A dream to see, experience and explore. 

Time to admit that I am somewhat discombobulated, so pardon the jumble.

Highlights of the year include:

1) Berhan Reunion
TIC at its finest moments. Mustaches, creeping around and facial masks were all represented.

2) Kayaking on my birthday:

3) Sporting Red.

4) Watching, leaping and loving.

5) Staches.

6) Matzeltov: 
Celebrating Matisyahu, Jewish musician.

7) Service.

8) Gallivanting:

9) Reminiscing.

10) Being a fan.

11) Indulgence.

12) The Decemberists.

13) Moab & Goblin Valley

14) Zipline and Scariness. 

15) The King of Pop.

16) City & Colour concert (this man is a genius!)

17)  Isn't that...Leonardo?

This little showing, is a handmade animation film, produced by my friend, Devin. Check out his skills)

Who loves Taiwan?? I DO.

I love this little island. Yes, it's Taiwan!

Wow.. I need a drink. A drink of water, that is. That was fun to go back through the months...I am so glad that camera's were invented. I sure love to document. Bless their soul (full of micro chips, and cold steel/metal). What are camera's even made out of? Anyway, as December is here, and the year is almost over, I realize that this year has been full of many gallivants of delight, treasures, adorable company and captivating (matzeltov) moments. How truly blessed I am. I am anticipating the Christmas season, and the magical feeling I get at this time of year.

As a means to close this post, I have four words remaining-
Charity. My new goal. 

Click on "older posts," to read about my adventure to the East Coast.