midoritsuru

nov19
Originally uploaded by midoritsuru

Shades to disguise tired, puffy eyes.

I have so much work to do right now, it isn't even funny. But I will get it done and well, like I always do. I don't have any other option!

wool beret, valarie's collection
cat-eye shades, thrifted
black/pink silk blend scarf, hospital fundraiser (ha, like they need more of my money!)
wool sweater coat, thrifted
maroon knit gloves, thrifted
red leather tote, thrifted
vintage pink leather skirt, thrifted
green stockings, thrifted
brown wedge boots, thrifted

nov17
Originally uploaded by midoritsuru


Today is momentous in that I discovered my first gray hair...considering all the drama of the past year, I earned it! (Surprised I don't have more..)

gray felt wool hat, thrifted and wrapped with rob's tie (l left it like that ever since the last time I wore it, I love it this way)
green pashmina, bijoux terner in atlantic city
gray/black zip cardigan, forever 21 sale
vintage wool topcoat, thrifted
vintage black gloves, thrifted
red leather kenneth cole shoulder bag, thrifted
AG jeans, thrifted
suede tassel flats, maxwell street market

Ever since I was little I've been fascinated by impressions of leaves on the sidewalk. Can someone explain to me how this happens?

Don't forget to thank a veteran today! Let's work to build a world in which warriors are no longer necessary.

brown wool beret, valarie's collection
silver indian earrings, harvard square street fair
reversible faux fur vest, valarie's collection
moto jacket, flea market
green tweed purse, swap with iseepretties
vintage blue suede/leather skirt, thrifted
vintage black western boots, thrifted

Have you ever had a day in which one too many bizarre events tip the day from being tolerable to being aggravating? Yerg.

I'm still high off the election, though. We're a winner!

gray wool beret, valarie's collection
vintage sunglasses, thrifted
woven wool scarf, thrifted
green twill jacket, thrifted
silver spoon ring, flea market
brown merino wool skirt, thrifted
navy blue leggings, thrifted
blue patterned socks, thrifted
vintage tassel loafers, maxwell street market

Some people think we don't have the right
To say its my country
Before they give in, they'd rather fuss and fight
Than say it's my country

I've paid three hundred years or more
Of slave driving, sweat, and welts on my back
This is my country

Too many have died in protecting my pride
For me to go second class
We've survived a hard blow and I want you to know
That you'll face us at last

And I know you will give consideration
Shall we perish unjust or live equal as a nation?
This is my country

And I know you will give consideration
Shall we perish unjust or live equal as a nation?
This is my country

"This Is My Country" by the Impressions

I cannot even begin to express my feelings about yesterday's election. I am so utterly proud to be a Hyde Parker, a Chicagoan, an American and a woman of African American heritage today. I'm filled with hope for our nation in a way I never have been before.

During my time at Harvard my area of concentration was African American studies; often the question of whether America could overcome our long history of racism surfaced in conversation. I myself hoped it could happen in my lifetime, but I just couldn't be sure and I didn't want to get my hopes up, only to be disappointed. Barack Obama (whose name, by the way, means "blessing") has been nothing but a source of pride for me throughout his campaign. He's really a mensch, as they say. But what's more, I am proud of my fellow Americans who rejected the old paradigm and turned out in record numbers to make their voices heard.

Oh! My outfit! Almost forgot...
multicolored fedora, urban outfitters sale
silver hoops, flea market
vintage sunglasses, thrifted
vintage silk liberty scarf, thrifted
flag pin, thrifted
vintage white trench coat, thrifted
green tweed purse, swap with iseepretties
vintage denim skirt, thrifted
gray tights, thrifted
silver flats, thrifted