I STILL Wish I Lived "Back Then..."

Dear Blog,

When Heath and I got married, there was something he did not know about me yet. This thing makes him laugh and go a little crazy. He also realized I am happiest when embracing this... um...trait of mine.

To put it simply I am an old lady.

More than one person has told me I have an "old soul" and I sincerely take that as a compliment. One of those who gave me that description was always amazed that at my then age of 20 I knew so many old songs and music artists from the 60's, 70's, 80's, old standards and singers, not to mention classical and a little bit of that old jazz. And it is so great having a record player. There is something about the crackle that makes me nostalgic for a time in which I never lived.

As shown in my previous post, I have this affinity to 1920's hair styles. I wish I had finger waves in my hair every day, but my new 'do is a close second.

I know that I probably seem no different than the next girl. I mean, the "vintage trend" is very present. But, really, I love it. I love that I can get an old dress from a thrift store or a cute cloche hat and can be genuinely me and fashionable for a few dollars. Besides, I love that so many other women (and men) appreciate the qualities and charm of something old. And it's green. YAY!

The first year of our marriage I would always be home from school and work by the late afternoon and I would start cooking dinner for us so it would be ready when Heath got home (I was such a good wifey. Too bad I no longer hold this particular quality). Every night while cooking I would turn on the TV and watch one of my favorite shows since I was a child, Wheel of Fortune. Heath would walk in the door to me yelling at the screen, "HOME SWEET HOME LOAN! HOME SWEET HOME LOAN! Come on!!!"

The Charming Pat Sajak

"You're such an old lady!" Heath would say as he dropped his head back and scrunched his face. Another favorite since I was young, The Price Is Right. I still have a dream of being on one (or both) of these game shows.

Wish Bob Barker was still there.

I love love love board games and I love puzzles even more. So, I bought myself a 1000 piece jigsaw puzzle for a little belated birthday treat the other day. I finished it in less than 24 hours because I was enjoying it so much. Tonight, Heath confessed to me, "You're just like Aunt Theresa. I married Aunt Theresa!!!"

I just can't imagine how old I will be when my body is old too. Maybe it will be like a Benjamin Button thing, though that may be worse. Can you imagine an 80 year old who likes 104.7 KISS FM? Also, I wonder if I was born 50 years earlier would I be interested in the current times or wish I lived in the 19th century? Does anyone else think of such things?

Food for (not much) thought...

Sincerely,

Emily Wilcock

I Wish I Lived "Back Then..."

Dear Blog,

A couple weeks ago I did something that I have always wanted to do. It was a little daring but I'm glad I went through with it. I got a haircut!

But not just any haircut. I wanted a true blue 1920's page boy bob: blunt, to my cheek bones with bangs cut short. Of course, I want to show you what it looks like but discovered some time ago that I am not photogenic, ESPECIALLY when my hair is short. I promise you I look better in person.

I thought I'd pose a la Amélie

I normally don't take photos like this and at this angle. I probably should though because it was the only angle that I looked half decent in. I just feel silly posing like this, so don't make fun.

And speaking of hair...

Guess who can wear her hair in pigtails. That's right. Juni can! She looks all grown up!

And here is a funny moment I captured. She's either styling the monkey's hair or maybe it's a lice check. That's my (well-groomed) girl.

Anywho, ta-ta for now!

Love,

Emily Wilcock

Dear Blog,

It's been quite some time since my last blog post. I have had a lot on my mind with no room to think about blogging. But hopefully I will post something soon. Otherwise, I will see you later.

Sincerely,

Emily Wilcock

And She's Dancing Like She's Never Danced Before

Dear Blog,

Every day my love for Juniper grows. But today...Well, today she did something that showed me that she is really going to be something special.

As I was dressing Juni this morning I thought she would look cute in her leg warmers. As soon as I put her down she started dancing and it dawned on me to find the music to match her moves.

As a mother, I know I think my child is awesome and has countless talents. But come on! With this, who can argue that?

Sincerely,

Emily Wilcock

They Love It!

Dear Blog,

Can you believe it? Ohdeedoh featured Juniper's birthday party. I'm so excited about it! Go check it out here. You should just check out Ohdeedoh regardless because it is awesome and has great ideas.

For example: Here's a cute doll dress made from an apron.

Thanks Ohdeedoh!

Sincerely,

Emily Wilcock

Everybody Panic!

Dear Blog,

Just the other night I saw the French stop-motion animation A Town Called Panic for a second time. It is so quirky and funny and I enjoyed even more this time than the first. So I thought I'd share it with you.

In the opinions of me and Heath, the best part is when Horse and Ms. Longray are dancing. Go watch it (I believe it's on Netflix instant watch).

Sincerely,

Emily Wilcock

Family Ties

Dear Blog,

I have wanted to do a side-by-side comparison of me, Heath, and Juni for quite some time now. So here it is. I find she is the perfect blend of both of us.

That is all.

Sincerely,

Emily Wilcock