Showing posts with label favorites. Show all posts
Showing posts with label favorites. Show all posts

Saturday, September 4, 2010

Favorite Things: Bon Iver


I'm trying to make Saturday "Favorite Things" day, so here's a second post for today.

If you don't know about Pandora, you have probably been living under a rock. In case you have in fact been living under a rock and don't know what Pandora is, they describe themselves as a music genome project. You tell them the name of a song or artist that you like, and they create a radio station that will play similar music. It is also the reason my iPhone battery dies so quickly. I can't remember which station started playing Bon Iver, but I'm thinking it was the Sufjan Stevens station. I took notice, but it wasn't until I heard Roslyn on the New Moon soundtrack that my attention was fully rapt. I could not stop listening to that stupid song; even after a million plays, I wasn't tired of it. So I downloaded Blood Bank and For Emma Forever Ago, two of his albums. I was NOT disappointed! Listening to Bon Iver makes me feel like I'm in a womb, warm and cozy and sleepy. It is perfect for hibernation of all sorts, whether it be the long winter slumber or an afternoon nap.

Husband and I have been listening to Bon Iver around the clock since it's been cooler. It just sounds like autumn music! If you haven't heard any Bon Iver yet, be sure to check him out. Our favorite songs are Flume and Woods .


Saturday, August 28, 2010

Favorite Things: Honey, Honey, Food for the Bees

Well, actually not just food for the bees. In addition to being a delicious way to sweeten up tea and lattes, honey has many health benefits. My favorite home remedy use for the sticky amber goodness? As a facial mask! After hearing about several of my friends raving about how it was clearing up and softening their skin in a big way, I decided to give it a try. I have noticed a huge difference in my skin. I usually try to cover my face and leave the honey on for 20-30 minutes every other day. It works wonders!


It's also one of two main fragrance notes in one of my favorite perfumes: L'Occitane's Miel & Citron (or honey and lemon for you non-French-speakers). Generally when I think of that combination, it makes me think of a cold remedy. But it smells absolutely delicious. It's both tangy and sweet, but well balanced. The honey softens the lemon's citrusy tartness. It's what I wore on my wedding day, so every time I wear it, it reminds me of that day!