I'm reading Cormac McCarthy's "Blood Meridian" on the stairmaster this morning at the gym, this beautifully, terrifying, horrific story about "the kid" and his journey through the south during the 1850s and the horrifying acts that took place during that time on the Mexico-Texas border.

I think I'm in love with you. Always on time, you arrive with the added pleasure of late sleeping and spare time to linger in pajamas over a cup of piping hot coffee. I particularly enjoy welcoming your weekly arrival by creating a hearty homemade breakfast while I tune into the Phantom Gourmet and TV Diner. Without the added "tomorrow is Monday" stress that your pal Sunday morning brings, Saturday morning, I just wanted to thank you for being you.

Love always,
Your biggest fan

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The palm reader giggled as he ran a finger over my hand. “You’ll be poor and you’ll be rich, but you’ll always be bad with money. Fortunately, you’ll also always have someone to take care of you.” I rolled my eyes. I just wasn’t that kind of girl.

up a plan to volunteer your time in The Love Kitchen. Twin sisters Helen Ashe and Ellen Turner started the kitchen in 1986 and have been dishing out love to those in need ever since. The kitchen opens on Wednesdays and Thursdays at 8:30am. Visit thelovekitchen.org to learn more about how you can help.

 Right now, I'm watching a documentary on E! about Spring Break.  I would say that I'm sure you remember this 'ritual' during your college years, but considering the amount of alcohol some of us consumed, you very well may not.  :) This show is about tragedies that have happened during this week of debauchery, which reminds me of my own 'good times'.

Like Inspector Gadget, I only find things when I'm not looking for it. Paris was no exception.

My mom was tired of hearing me whine about not being able to drink red wine in public, so she bought me these Wine Wipes. Don’t tell her I told you so, but they work magic. winewipes.com.

 "White boards... my guy loves them, but I would love to see them erased. Another victory for compromise in the war between the sexes, this bamboo board by Three by Three brings style and scribbles!"

~dusty
Editor, skirt!

It’s my favorite time of year again! Girl Scouts are hitting the streets to sling cookies and I’m ready to buy! I LOVE every variety, from Thin Mints to Samoas to Do-si-dos.

Anna, Editor

Several thoughts bounce around my head this morning. First, who are you Murray State, and what have you done to Vandy? Washington, why did I underestimate you? I shouldn’t have scratched you. Haven’t I learned always to go with my instinct? Ohio, well done! Perhaps my brother, a junior at OU, will get to experience your run to the Elite Eight just like I did when Davidson made it in 2008. This is no season like March Madness season.

THE KKK and the GOP

In August 2008, Derek Black, the then 19 year old son of former KKK grand wizard, Don Black, won a little noticed election for a Republican Executive Committee seat in Palm Beach County, Florida.