Missing George

Most days, I think of George with fondness, and remember his sweet face and how much he loved me (and vice versa). Last night, I was just really missing his presence.

Cuddling with George was one of my favorite things to do!

Yes, that's me in my pajamas, lounging at home on July 29, 2012. I'm not sure why I'm in flannel pajamas under a blanket in the middle of summer, but we like to keep our home cool. We can't sleep if the temperature is too high. My sister, Gail, always freezes when she sleeps over.

Pajamas: The Best Loungewear for Post-Work Vegging 

Since this blog is focused on fashion, I will mention these P.J. Salvage cupcake pajamas. I adore two brands of pajamas: P.J. Salvage and The Cat's Pajamas. Both brands make ultra-comfortable pajamas that come in the cutest prints. I love anything with sweets (macaroons, cupcakes, etc.), pugs or favorite foods (sushi!).

Nordstrom Rack is having a sale on flannel P.J. Salvage pajamas. At just $12 (marked down from $58), you can't go wrong!

Compliments Come in Unexpected Places

This past Friday, I ate lunch at one of my favorite sushi restaurants in Atlanta: Tomo. I go there so often for lunch that the waitstaff knows my order by heart. I always get the Three-Roll Lunch Special, which comes with Miso Soup, Salad with Ginger Dressing, and Three Rolls: eel, spicy tuna and a California roll -- all for $11. (I usually substitute eel for a second spicy tuna roll for a few extra dollars, though. It's worth it!)

The waiter on this particular day decided to ask what I do for a living, because he said he thought I was a "fashion designer." I laughed and told him I was "just in marketing," but it made my day nonetheless. At least someone is noticing my fashion forward sensibilities!

Afterward, I stopped by Piece of Cake to pick up some cupcakes to treat the employees at my company. I love cupcakes, so it's always fun for me to try new places. Piece of Cake had a wonderful peanut butter cupcake, so I will have to go there again. It may be a little too convenient that it's in the shopping center right next to Tomo...

Writing this post has given me a chance to reflect on my sushi background. I didn't east sushi for the first time until I was 21 years old. Yes, I led a very sheltered upbringing. Now, it's one of my favorite meals. I also really want these sushi pajamas for Christmas this year (hint, hint Chapin). I remember seeing them on SMG (Buffy) and Debra Messing (Will & Grace) back in the day. The cupcake pajamas I have from The Cat's Pajamas are so comfortable, I definitely want a second pair. I think it's only something like 90 days until Christmas!

Sarah Michelle Gellar as Buffy in the Season 4 episode, "Goodbye Iowa":

"That probably would have sounded more commanding if I wasn't wearing my Yummy Sushi pajamas."