Being Geek Chic is the yammerings of a Midwestern nerd named Elizabeth Giorgi. My vision impairment is real, which is frustrating because I really would like to see a 3D movie.
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30th November 2012
Thankful four
1. Milo
This sweet little man belongs to two of my closest friends. And he has a very special place in my heart. We chilled this week. And he impressed me greatly with his recognition of colors. The development of a brain is a remarkable thing - Milo reminded me of that.
2. Manicures
Two of my best friends are starting new jobs next week, so we went to the nail salon and got manicures to celebrate on Wednesday night. In life, I must remember to cherish these moments more often, because there will undoubtedly be a day when partners and jobs and kids will make these kinds of moments harder to coordinate.
3. I have friends who get it.
When I wrote this post earlier this week, I sincerely worried people would think I was a whiny whiner. They didn’t. Instead, they rallied. They shared their stories. Sent me their contacts. Helped me connect with organizations who still pay a livable wage and reminded me that I have the power to say no. They didn’t have to do all that - but they get it. I hope it’s the start of something for all of us. Most importantly, I learned a lesson. I can’t allow myself to forget the power of community.
4. Cyber Sales
I know I shouldn’t be jazzed about online shopping, but hear me out. I got a very nice new light kit for 50% off, which I will be able to use on a couple upcoming video shoots and my new glasses cost me less than $40. I call that a win-win.
I also write elsewhere. This week:
- Get The Look: Lincoln
- A Mix of Functional and Fashionable Tech Gift Ideas for the Parents and Grandparents
- Swissvoice ePure DECT Home Phone Rings In Apple Inspired Style
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15th December 2011
Finding Inspiration: holiday greeting cards
The traditional holiday greeting card with a family update letter hardly seems like a necessity in the era of never-ending contact. With the help of Facebook, I know exactly how old my cousin’s kids are, where they are going to pre-school and when they took their first steps. So, what’s the point of greeting cards/letters anymore?
I’ve decided that the point of Christmas/Kwanzaa/Hanukkah/non-demonational winter holiday cards should be this: to remind each other why we’re on each others mailing lists. Sounds simple, but here’s my inspiration:
1. Make ‘em laugh. Every family or group of friends has an inside joke. These moments of humor are what bond many people for life and help you get through the tough times. A great source of inspiration for your cards this year can be exactly that: a laughter memory.
2. Make an announcement. Save up big announcements for these cards to save on stamps. Think: We’re Moving! We’re having a baby! We’re engaged! We’re crazy! You get it. Or perhaps say Thanks! for the gift you received from aforementioned, housewarming, baby shower, engagement party or wedding. Hitting two birds with one stone was never so stylish.
3. Share in something. Every year we get a lovely card from my BF’s grandma saying that the recipients on her Christmas Card list were all own a goat that she bought in our names to give to a family in need in Africa. It’s a sweet little something that we can all share together.
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