You know when you get so excited about something that you become officially overwhelmed and are unable to act on a single EXCITING thought?

When I revamped the site, I had big plans for this here space. BIG I say. I couldn’t wait to share with you kittens the ease and accessibility behind creating a “green” version of your favorite outfit. I couldn’t wait to share other eco warriors with you. I couldn’t wait to still occasionally amuse you with my ginger snap moments. And the cat photos. Always with the cat photos.

Then I went and vanished. Fell right off that wagon that seems to be perpetually dead set on bucking me off any chance it gets. And suddenly.. the thought of getting back on just didn’t sound appealing to my bruised posterior. I still cared vehemently about the previously mentioned topics, but I just couldn’t find the urge to spout forth in me. I wasn’t even attempting to tread water; I was laying flat out in the shallow end [the kind with the gradual beach type entry] glaring at any kids who came near.

The kick to my caboose came in the form of a movie trailer. I shouldn’t say one, it was more like 20. A slew of indie dramedies that really resonated with me about making the most of every goddamn moment. Preferably with a stellar soundtrack and a quirky sidekick. Though not quirkier than myself, I ain’t getting upstaged by no sidekick dammit. The result of my 3 hours of trailer watching [sprinkled with the time suck that is Pinterest] was a jittery, excited, nervous, anxious, ambitious Merl. I know, you guys missed that old broad too. The good news, is that she’s now here to stay. The alternative is no longer acceptable. Plus I have SO many cat photos to share! Clyde is basically famous now in case you were wondering.

{jewels by yours truly // thrifted cardigan // secondhand blouse & sunnies from Buffalo Exchange // white beat to hell jeans from UO // favorite vintage shoes of all time [there are cats with bowties. BOWTIES.] from 11 eggs // white headband…tarjet? }

Obviously first up we have a return to the awkward photos. My dearest Karyn took these after I shot her’s outside our studio one evening. She hasn’t shared her ‘scaling the building’ snaps yet, but rest assured that she is nothing short of elegant and weightless, a nice contrast to my height challenged self. A better team you never did see.

I’ll be back a few more times this week with an “eco warrior” interview, a vintage shop update and a fun opportunity this weekend. Probably should’ve told you to sit down before I wowed you with all that.. I assume no responsibility for injuries caused from a shocked fainting spell just now. Safety first kittens.

[x]m.

**also, if you live in Wisconsin.. get your ass to your voting polling location immediately. Us out of state cheeseheads are depending on you.