Whine & Roses

My Own Personal Love Boat

I’ve always had a thing for unattainable men. It started at a young age, when I was devastated that Donny Osmond got married. I’m not sure why; it’s not like I was in the running or anything. I was a loyal admirer and knew the opening theme from the “Donny & Marie Show” by heart... Read more »

By Jenny I.,
March 17, 2012 at 10:52 am

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The Great Outdoors

I don’t camp. I say this only because I had some friends who do, and they always try to sell me on how great it is, and how I simply must try it. They go on and on about something called “The Great Outdoors,” and how you get to be outside, you know, in nature... Read more »

By Jenny I.,
December 27, 2011 at 1:05 pm

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Party On

I’ve never been what you might call “the life of the party.” I’m not the worst person to invite – I don’t stand in corners shooting eye daggers at people or espousing the dangers of chewing gum – but I’m definitely not the pivot around which any social gathering rotates. Successful party going is a... Read more »

By Jenny I.,
November 27, 2011 at 2:59 pm

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When Did I Become Obsolete?

Really, when was it? One minute I’m trying to decode REM lyrics, the next minute I’m trying to figure out why in the hell kids today have to play their music so damn loudly. Bands I listened to in my youth are now featured on oldies stations. TV shows have decided that “Seriously riiight?” is... Read more »

By Jenny I.,
November 22, 2011 at 5:05 pm

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Reflections on the Year, Part I

Ok, the “Part I” portion of the title is very hopeful; I’m assuming there will be a Part II but I may get very involved this week in doing absolutely nothing so I really shouldn’t be making any promises. 2011 has been a hell of a year. I survived my first year of teaching in... Read more »

By Jenny I.,
October 20, 2011 at 6:43 pm

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Goop, Schmoop

I seem to have a growing irritation with all things Gwyneth Paltrow. I think she’s a decent enough actress — that isn’t my issue. I think it’s her declarative statements about how she’s just a normal gal, and her recent self-positioning as a “lifestyle guru” that have me a bit irked. (She also considers herself... Read more »

By Jenny I.,
September 15, 2011 at 7:03 pm

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Gypsies, Pants, and Sleeves

I’ve been thinking about outfits lately. Not mine, necessarily, but the fashion choices of the world at large. I have seen some people who look very stylish and put together. I have also seem some folks who make choices that are just…unfortunate. A typical mall walk will produce some cringe-worthy looks, but I think it’s... Read more »

By Jenny I.,
September 8, 2011 at 2:39 pm

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Crimes of Fashion

Latest fashion report: jeans with stuff on them are popular. And the “stuff” encompasses so many things: rips, tears, ribbons, sequins, feathers, appliqués of Justin Beiber’s face, Fritos, etc. Makes the acid wash jeans of my heyday look as classic as a Chanel suit. But it’s not just the youth of today who are embracing... Read more »

By Jenny I.,
September 2, 2011 at 5:46 pm

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Forward It Like It's Hot...

A while back a friend emailed me a list called “Things I’ve Learned” that someone else had forwarded to her. It was cute, but being someone who never takes things at face value, I had to add my two cents. I replied back to the friend and added my own view. Below is the original... Read more »

By Jenny I.,
August 26, 2011 at 7:06 pm

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