Today is simply beautiful! We’ve had a few days of cooler weather here in Louisiana. I decided to take advantage of it and sit outside for lunch. I’m crossing my fingers that the weather stays like this for Wednesday, when I’ll be off of work! :)
Hope your day is going well!
I turned 35 on Valentine’s Day!
The night of my birthday, Gizmo had a bit of a reaction to something. He had red irritated spots on his belly and…other places. We took him to the emergency vet, who took a look, prescribed a round of antibiotics and another medication, and suggested a few days with the Cone Of Shame. Poor little guy. He’s fine now, though!
Doug and I hosted a party for my birthday. I’ve been dying to play dress-up, so I suggested that everyone come in their steampunk finery. I decorated the house to go with it, and even had a “photo booth” set up in the corner of the livingroom.
My fabulous coworkers attended and got in on the steampunk action! I loved the fact that they came to my party AND dressed up!
Some “photo booth” shots:
The Monday after my party, my brother and I went to see one of our favorite bands, VNV Nation, at Southport Hall. I even got to meet Mark and Ronan after the show.
Other than that, my days have been spent working, fighting this cold/allergy mess, and generally doing the same old thing.
Oh, and working on my next steampunk outfit for CoastCon next weekend…
Saturday I spent the day with good friends over at the Louisiana Renaissance Festival in Hammond. I try to make it to this festival once every year (sometimes twice if I can afford it). It is a lot of fun and I also get to wear my ren faire wear – which I never get to do. Well, unless I’m at a sci-fi con…or on Halloween…or on Mardi Gras day.
Okay, I just look for excuses to dress up, I admit it.
Anyway, it was a beautiful day, I got to see some good shows, drink some mead, and spend the day with friends. If you live in Southeast Louisiana, take a day trip to Hammond and check out the festival – it’s really fun and an interesting way to spend the day!
Louisiana Renaissance Festival
Open every Saturday and Sunday from Nov 5 through Dec 11.
NOLA nerdgirl, fashion and beauty geek, sci-fi and steampunk fan, corgi caretaker, photography buff, chocoholic, professional bra fitter, and other assorted oddities.
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