Fashion {& Grace} Icon: Pauley Perrette aka Abby from NCIS</h1> <article> <h1>Fashion {& Grace} Icon: Pauley Perrette aka Abby from NCIS</h1> <p>Carolann DeMatos — Thu, 02 Sep 2010 15:13:17 +0000</p> <address style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-style: normal;">I, dear ones, am obsessed with NCIS.</span></address> <address style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-style: normal;">You could say I am <a href="http://www.cbs.com/primetime/ncis/" target="_blank">NCISessed</a>.</span></address> <address style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-style: normal;">... in large part because I think the character of Abby is fabulous.</span></address> <address style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-style: normal;">Not only because she dresses like a rock star,</span></address> <address style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-style: normal;">but because she is who she is & makes no apologies,</span></address> <address style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-style: normal;">and I respect/envy that strength.</span></address> <address style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-style: normal;"><a href="http://www.imdb.com/name/nm0005306/" target="_blank">Pauley Perrette</a> {the real life Abby} recently completed this photoshoot.</span></address> <address style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-style: normal;"> </span></address> <p style="text-align: center;"><a href="http://wonderpuggraphics.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2010/08/abby5.jpg"></a></p> <p style="text-align: center;"><a href="http://wonderpuggraphics.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2010/08/abby1.jpg"></a></p> <p style="text-align: center;">And it combines two things I love - Art and Abby!</p> <p style="text-align: center;"><a href="http://wonderpuggraphics.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2010/08/abby3.jpg"></a></p> <p style="text-align: center;"><a href="http://wonderpuggraphics.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2010/08/abby2.jpg"></a></p> <address style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-style: normal;">I am borderline obsessed with this spread.</span></address> <address style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-style: normal;">I almost want to create my own photoshoot and gank this idea.</span></address> <address style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-style: normal;"> </span></address> <p style="text-align: center;"><a href="http://wonderpuggraphics.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2010/08/abby4.jpg"></a></p> <p style="text-align: center;">Who volunteers to model for me?</p> <p style="text-align: center;">{All pictures Via <a href="http://www.cbs.com/originals/watch_magazine/archive/article.php?article=second_impression" target="_blank">Watch Magazine</a>}</p> </article> <article> <h1>How To Make The Best Apple Dumpling Dessert On The Planet</h1> <p>Carolann DeMatos — Tue, 31 Aug 2010 17:33:27 +0000</p> <p style="text-align: center;"><a href="http://wonderpuggraphics.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2010/08/dumpling-1.jpg"></a></p> <strong>INGREDIENTS:</strong> <div style="text-align: left;"> <ul id="ingredients-27922"> <li>2 whole Granny Smith Apples</li> <li>2 cans (8 Oz. Cans) Crescent Rolls</li> <li>2 sticks Butter</li> <li>1-½ cup Sugar</li> <li>1 teaspoon Vanilla</li> <li>Cinnamon, To Taste</li> <li>1 can (12 Oz.) Mountain Dew Soda</li> </ul> </div> <p style="text-align: center;"><span style="color: #888888;">––––</span></p> <div style="text-align: left;"><strong>STEP 1:</strong> Collect your ingredients. Now, I used Granny Smith apples, and I peeled them with a potato peeler prior to starting this recipe since apple skins can be a little bitter. Be prepared to be impressed {and to impress} because not only is this dessert simple AMAZING but it is so easy to make, and made with the easiest of ingredients; in fact, the only things this dessert cannot boast is low-calories.</div> <div style="text-align: center;"><span style="color: #888888;">––––</span></div> <p style="text-align: center;"><a href="http://wonderpuggraphics.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2010/08/dumpling-4.jpg"></a></p> <div style="text-align: left;"><strong>STEP 2:</strong> Make sure you have lots of help in the kitchen. Oh Tony ... you, my little pumpkin, are a lady killer!</div> <div style="text-align: center;"><span style="color: #888888;">––––</span></div> <p style="text-align: center;"><a href="http://wonderpuggraphics.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2010/08/dumpling-5.jpg"></a></p> <div style="text-align: left;"><strong>Step 3: </strong>And don't forget the Wonderpug!! There is never enough help {or company} in the kitchen. And all good <a href="http://wonderpuggraphics.com/blog/category/frank-the-wonderpug/" target="_blank">Wonderpug's</a> deserve some appley snacks.</div> <div style="text-align: center;"><span style="color: #888888;">––––</span></div> <p style="text-align: center;"><a href="http://wonderpuggraphics.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2010/08/dumpling-2.jpg"></a></p> <div style="text-align: left;"><strong>STEP 4:</strong> Open your heart, expand your mind, and DO NOT be afraid to add the secret ingredient. Trust me, this dessert is amazing - and I don't even like hot apples. The Dew helps the dessert to bubble and crisp up - POUR IT ON!</div> <div style="text-align: center;"><span style="color: #888888;">––––</span></div> <p style="text-align: center;"><a href="http://wonderpuggraphics.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2010/08/dumpling-3.jpg"></a></p> <div style="text-align: left;"><strong>Step 5: </strong>Eat, Eat, EAT. Believe me you CAN NOT stop eating this dessert. And if you happen to have a Wegman's by you, get some of their green apple sorbet to make this dessert even more amazing. My company can blast through this dessert in about 20 minutes. Now this picture is only a before oven shot - because truth be told, I was too busy eating this with my girlfriends to remember to take an after shot!</div> <div style="text-align: center;"><span style="color: #888888;">––––</span></div> <div style="padding-left: 30px;"><strong>DIRECTIONS:</strong> Spray a 13x9 baking dish or pan. Peel and core apples. Cut each apple into 8 slices each. Roll each apple slice in a crescent roll. Place in a 9 x 13 buttered pan. Melt butter, then add sugar and barely stir. Add vanilla, stir, and pour entire mixture over apples. Pour Mountain Dew around the edges of the pan. Sprinkle with cinnamon and bake at 350 degrees for 40 minutes. Serve with ice cream, and spoon some of the sweet sauces from the pan over the top. </div> <p style="text-align: right;">----> Recipe Found <a href="http://thepioneerwoman.com/cooking/2008/02/apple_dumplings/" target="_blank">HERE</a></p> </article> <article> <h1>{Crush}</h1> <p>Carolann DeMatos — Mon, 30 Aug 2010 11:15:44 +0000</p> Growing up, my mother always kept a very tight leash on us girls {<em>I am one of three sisters</em>}. As I have aged, I have learned that most of her rules actually made sense. However, there is one that I will never accept ... she forbade us from watching 90210 {<em>the original, not the heinous remake</em>}. My girlfriends would come in to class discussing the latest relationship shift between Brenda, Luke and Kelly - and I would stand around pitying myself. Thankfully, I can now catch up during <a href="http://sn.soapnet.go.com/news/article/soapnets-breakfast-bed" target="_blank">Soap's Breakfast in Bed</a> showings. And as I sat watching David Silver, I started remembering all the crushes of my youth ... and I could not stop myself from sharing. <p style="text-align: center;"><a href="http://wonderpuggraphics.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2010/08/brian_austin_green.jpg"></a></p> <strong>CRUSH 1:</strong> Brian Austin Green - Nowadays he is most commonly referred to as Megan Fox's husband, but I will always refer to him as the number one crush of my youth. David Silver may have been second on some girl's 90210 crush list under Dylan or Brandon - but he was tops with me. <p style="text-align: center;"><a href="http://wonderpuggraphics.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2010/08/mark_paul_gosselaar.jpg"></a></p> <strong>CRUSH #2:</strong> Mark Paul Gosselaar - I am sure every female/confused male child of the 80s/90s will tell you Zach Morris was hot. And you know what, he was. He still is. I mean yum. <p style="text-align: center;"><a href="http://wonderpuggraphics.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2010/08/Kirk-Cameron.jpg"></a></p> <strong>CRUSH #3: </strong>Kirk Cameron - Some girls may be zoning into that middle gentleman {<em>a young Leo</em>} - but not me! I mean Mike Seaver was adorable, hilarious, witty, rebellious - he made me laugh - plus he was named Mike and clearly I have a soft spots for Michaels. <strong>RUNNER UPS:</strong> Jordan Knight from New Kids on the Block Devon Sawa of Little Giants fame Jared Leto and his tortured brooding in My So-Called Life <strong> </strong> <strong> </strong> <p style="text-align: center;">Tell me ladies, who did you rip out of Tiger Beat and hang on your closet?</p> </article> <article> <h1>Friday Fashion Break: Collette Dinnigan Spring 2010 Ready-to-Wear</h1> <p>Carolann DeMatos — Fri, 27 Aug 2010 10:58:39 +0000</p> <address style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-style: normal;">These dresses are just SCREAMING for a party!</span></address> <address style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-style: normal;">Can you hear them??!?!?</span></address> <address style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-style: normal;"> </span></address> <address style="text-align: center;"><a href="http://wonderpuggraphics.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2010/08/collettedinnigan2010rtw.jpg"></a></address> <address style="text-align: center;"></address> <address style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-style: normal;">And that jumper,</span></address><address style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-style: normal;">the amazing, silky number,</span></address> <address style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-style: normal;">first row - second in,</span></address> <address style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-style: normal;">well it is screaming for me to buy it.</span></address> <address style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-style: normal;">––––</span></address> <address style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-style: normal;">{Via: <a href="http://www.style.com/fashionshows/review/S2010RTW-CDINNIGAN" target="_blank">Style.com</a>}</span></address> </article> <article> <h1>Beauty on a Budget: Palmer’s Cocoa Butter</h1> <p>Carolann DeMatos — Wed, 25 Aug 2010 08:20:16 +0000</p> <address style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-style: normal;">When the wind starts to blow again,</span></address> <address style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-style: normal;">and light sweaters welcome there way back into your daily wear ...</span></address> <address style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-style: normal;">Well, I love it! I love autumn. I love sweaters.</span></address> <address style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-style: normal;">My skin, however does not.</span></address> <p style="text-align: center;"><a href="http://wonderpuggraphics.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2010/08/cocoabutter.jpg"></a></p> <address style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-style: normal;">This little gem of a product totally fixes all my dry skin needs.</span></address> <address style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-style: normal;">And it smells amazing. I mean of course it does.</span></address> <address style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-style: normal;">I only like things that smell amazing ...</span></address> <address style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-style: normal;">like <a href="http://wonderpuggraphics.com/blog/2010/07/06/beauty-on-a-budget-lavender-eucalyptus-laundry-detergent/" target="_blank">here</a>, and <a href="http://wonderpuggraphics.com/blog/2010/05/27/beauty-on-a-budget-time-to-spa-elemis-shower-gel-nantucket-edition/" target="_blank">here</a>, and oh yeah - <a href="http://wonderpuggraphics.com/blog/2009/10/26/lace-from-victorias-secret/" target="_blank">here</a>.</span></address> <address style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-style: normal;">Oh sorry, distractions. Where was I?</span></address> <address style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-style: normal;">So, it smells like - get this - chocolate. Yummmmmm.</span></address> <address style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-style: normal;">Yummmmmm-mmmy.</span></address> <address style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-style: normal;">I for one buy this at Walgreen's, via my sis & her employee discount.</span></address> <address style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-style: normal;">But you can get it <a href="http://www.palmers.com/" target="_blank">here</a>.</span></address> </article> <article> <h1>Life is Always Better When We’re Together.</h1> <p>Carolann DeMatos — Mon, 23 Aug 2010 11:05:46 +0000</p> <blockquote>'Like a shoebox of photographs with sepia-toned loving Love is the answer at least for most of the questions in my heart, like Why are we here? And where do we go? And how come it's so hard? It's not always easy and sometimes life can be deceiving I'll tell you one thing, it's so much better when we're together'</blockquote> <p style="text-align: center;"><a href="http://wonderpuggraphics.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2010/08/lifeisbetter1.jpg"></a></p> <p style="text-align: right;">-------> Sing it <a href="http://jackjohnsonmusic.com/" target="_blank">Jack</a>.</p> </article> <article> <h1>Friday Fashion Break: Anna Sui Fall 2010 Ready-to-Wear</h1> <p>Carolann DeMatos — Fri, 20 Aug 2010 14:28:32 +0000</p> <address style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-style: normal;">I am in love with the patterns, the textures,</span></address> <address style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-style: normal;">the softness, the casual elegance ...</span></address> <address style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-style: normal;">and the smiling, happy models!</span></address> <address style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-style: normal;"> </span></address> <address style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-style: normal;"><a href="http://wonderpuggraphics.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2010/08/annasui2010rtw-1.jpg"></a></span></address> <address style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-style: normal;"> </span></address> <address style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-style: normal;">Plus, these looks totally remind me of my girl <a href="http://www.openhouse.org/" target="_blank">Jennie</a> ...</span></address> <address style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-style: normal;">which may only be b/c she is totally on my brain</span></address><address style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-style: normal;">as I have been toiling away,</span></address> <address style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-style: normal;">writing my matron of honor wedding speech!</span></address> <address style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-style: normal;"> </span></address> <address style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-style: normal;"><a href="http://wonderpuggraphics.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2010/08/annasui2010rtw-2.jpg"></a> </span></address> <address style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-style: normal;">{Via: <a href="http://www.style.com/" target="_blank">Style.com</a>}</span></address> </article> <article> <h1>I’m neTORIously into TORI</h1> <p>Carolann DeMatos — Wed, 18 Aug 2010 13:35:54 +0000</p> <span style="font-style: normal;"><strong>CONFESSION</strong>: I love Tori Spelling. </span>She utterly and totally amuses me beyond belief. I watch her show, follow her <span style="color: #000000;"><a href="http://twitter.com/TORIANDDEAN" target="_blank">twitter</a></span>, and ... own all three of her books. Really. I do. I can't help it. I think she is fabulous. <address style="text-align: center;"></address>This latest book, <span style="color: #000000;"><a href="http://www.amazon.com/uncharted-terriTORI-Tori-Spelling/dp/1439187711" target="_blank">Uncharted Territori</a></span>, it is different from her previous two tomes. This third foray into the lit scene seems to be more personal. And while Tori always appears honest & open in her bios, this one seemed to wash away that last layer of celebrity, and show her true naivete. Well, in my opinion at least; {although some say it is really my naivete that is showing; but PS> my naivete is charming}. <p style="text-align: center;"></p> <span style="font-style: normal;">One particular story touched me especially. </span><span style="font-style: normal;">On page 195, Tori speaks of a new-old dog t</span>he family has recently adopted him - even though he is already 10 years old. And I refuse to tell you the entire story but well, there were definitely tears on my end. This probabaly touched me since I am a totally dog-lover {hence WonderPUG graphics} but still ... that story alone is worth the price of admission. If you like celebrity stories, this little read is something I recommend. Easy, light, friendly and hopeful - much like Tori herself. <address style="text-align: center;"></address> <address style="text-align: center;"><a href="http://wonderpuggraphics.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2010/08/tori0spelling-beauty-tips.jpg"></a></address> <address style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-style: normal;">{PS> I think Tori is pleased with my review!}</span></address> <address style="text-align: center;"></address> <div><span style="color: #0000ee; -webkit-text-decorations-in-effect: underline;"> </span></div> </article> <article> <h1>White-Collar Worker</h1> <p>Carolann DeMatos — Mon, 16 Aug 2010 08:25:45 +0000</p> I recently started a new job. And to be honest the hardest aspect of my job change has been trying to figure out the new dress code. <p style="text-align: center;">Dress code = <strong>business casual</strong></p> <p style="text-align: center;">Business casual = <strong>the most obsure definition on the planet</strong></p> I have been trying to gauge looks based on others, but I have been confronted with suits versus jeans/dirty t's. Not to mention I sit in front of a screen 99.3% of my day and rarely interract with someone face-to-face. It is the digital, modern world people ... meetings are held over the computer or phone ... so how do you dress for a phone conference? <p style="text-align: center;"><a href="http://wonderpuggraphics.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2010/08/business-monday.jpg"></a></p> <p style="text-align: center;">MON: dress pants, simple white top, green tank, yellow flats</p> <p style="text-align: center;"><a href="http://wonderpuggraphics.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2010/08/business-tuesday.jpg"></a></p> <p style="text-align: center;">TUES: dress pants, t-shirt, black wrap, B&W flats</p> <p style="text-align: center;"><a href="http://wonderpuggraphics.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2010/08/business-wednesday.jpg"></a></p> <p style="text-align: center;">WEDS: grey wrap cardi, dress pants, sparkle sandles</p> <p style="text-align: center;"><a href="http://wonderpuggraphics.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2010/08/business-thursday.jpg"></a></p> <p style="text-align: center;">THURS: printed dress, black leggings, black cardi, yellow flats</p> <p style="text-align: center;"><a href="http://wonderpuggraphics.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2010/08/business-friday.jpg"></a></p> <p style="text-align: center;">FRI: dress-down jeans, yellow tank, grey sweater, yellow flats</p> <p style="text-align: left;">Honestly, the only day I truly felt like myself was on Friday. And I think you can even see that fact in my face. In addition, I realize that I need to purchase new flats and accept that my badge ruins any look.</p> <p style="text-align: left;">So, my dear friends in cyberspace, I leave this up to you ... <strong>pass or fail on the business casual attire?</strong></p> </article> <article> <h1>Rolling the Rouladen</h1> <p>Carolann DeMatos — Thu, 12 Aug 2010 09:55:41 +0000</p> <address style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-style: normal;">Ahh, Bless you? I mean ...</span></address> <address style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-style: normal;">What did you say? Did you sneeze?</span></address> <address style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-style: normal;">Ah, no actual ... it is German for ...</span></address> <address style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-style: normal;">Ahhh ... what is this crazy looking concoction?!?!!</span></address> <address style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-style: normal;"> </span></address> <address style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-style: normal;"><a href="http://wonderpuggraphics.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2010/08/rouladen-1.jpg"></a></span></address> <address style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-style: normal;"> </span></address> <p style="text-align: center;"><a href="http://wonderpuggraphics.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2010/08/rouladen-2.jpg"></a></p> <address style="text-align: center;"></address> <address style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-style: normal;">Meat, pickles, onions, and wait ... is that mustard?</span></address> <address style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-style: normal;">I know what you are thinking,</span></address> <address style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-style: normal;">'She has finally gone cuckoo'</span></address> <address style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-style: normal;">But, no. Not Y-O Yuck-o. Yummmmmm.</span></address> <address style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-style: normal;">Bring out the German in you and give Rouladen a shot.</span></address><span style="font-style: normal;"> </span> <h3 style="text-align: left;">Ingredients</h3> <p style="padding-left: 30px;">1 1/2 pounds flank steak German stone ground mustard, to taste 1/2 pound thick sliced bacon 2 large onions, sliced 1 (16 ounce) jar dill pickle slices 2 tablespoons butter 2 1/2 cups water 1 cube beef bouillon</p> <h3 style="text-align: left;">Directions</h3> <ol style="text-align: left;"> <li>Cut the flank steak into thin filets; about 1/4 inch thick and 3 inches wide.</li> <li>Generously spread one side of each filet with mustard to taste. Place bacon, onions and pickle slices on each filet and form into a roll. Use string or toothpicks to hold the roll together.</li> <li>Heat a skillet over medium heat and melt butter. Place the rolls in the butter and saute until browned.</li> <li style="text-align: left;">Pour in 2 1/2 cups of water and add the bouillon cube; stirring to dissolve the bouillon cube. Simmer the rolls for about an hour.</li> </ol> <p style="text-align: center;">--- > TRY IT! < ---</p> <p style="text-align: center;"><a href="http://wonderpuggraphics.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2009/12/spork.gif"></a><a href="http://wonderpuggraphics.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2009/12/spork.gif"></a><a href="http://wonderpuggraphics.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2009/12/spork.gif"></a><a href="http://wonderpuggraphics.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2009/12/spork.gif"></a><a href="http://wonderpuggraphics.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2009/12/spork.gif"></a></p> <p style="text-align: center;">{Via: <a href="http://allrecipes.com//Recipe/german-rouladen/Detail.aspx" target="_blank">All Recipes</a>}</p> <address style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-style: normal;"> </span></address> </article> <article> <h1>Life is Like a Fortune Cookie.</h1> <p>Carolann DeMatos — Wed, 11 Aug 2010 11:02:05 +0000</p> <address style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-style: normal;">Last week at a business meeting,</span></address> <address style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-style: normal;">as I was heading home for the night,</span></address> <address style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-style: normal;">the hostess handed me a fortune cookie.</span></address> <address style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-style: normal;">Now as superstitious as I am ...</span></address> <address style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-style: normal;">well, I couldn't help but take this as a sign!</span></address> <address style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-style: normal;"> </span></address> <p style="text-align: center;"><a href="http://wonderpuggraphics.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2010/08/business-fortune.jpg"></a></p> <address style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-style: normal;">This may be my new motto.</span></address><address style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-style: normal;">Just call me Carol-no-fear!</span></address> <address style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-style: normal;">Bring on the winning!</span></address> <p style="text-align: center;"></p> </article> <article> <h1>I love my little Frankie-face!</h1> <p>Carolann DeMatos — Mon, 09 Aug 2010 07:23:40 +0000</p> <p style="text-align: center;"><a href="http://wonderpuggraphics.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2010/08/frank-82010.jpg"></a></p> <p style="text-align: center;">Don't you?</p> </article> <article> <h1>Lit Review: The Life and Adventures of Miss Fanny Hill</h1> <p>Carolann DeMatos — Sun, 08 Aug 2010 12:30:25 +0000</p> <a href="http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Fanny_Hill" target="_blank">Fanny Hill</a>, my lovelies, was a free book I came across on my e-reader. It was written in England in 1748. I figured, English 1748 ... might be a nice historical read. Or then again ... DEFINITELY not! <a href="http://wonderpuggraphics.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2010/08/fanny-hill.jpg"></a> I mean, wowzers, color me surprised. Honestly, I did not know novels of this sort were allowed to be published in those buttoned-up days {<em>perhaps they were not so buttoned-up??</em>}. All I know is I sat on my train, blushing. Whatever I may have been expecting, I was definitely not expecting so vivid a story. Fanny, in short, was a prostitute - though not by choice. She, through a letter format, shares her life story in exquisite, specific, honest -somehow bordering on innocent - detail. Fanny begins her tale saying: <blockquote><em>'Truth! Stark, naked truth, is the word; and I will not so much as take the pains to bestow a strip of gauze wrapper on it ...'</em></blockquote> I guess that should have prepared me. PS > This book is not for the faint of heart or prude of soul. If you can't handle a <a href="http://www.susanelizabethphillips.com/" target="_blank">SEP book</a> - then you can NOT handle Fanny. <address style="text-align: center;"><a href="http://wonderpuggraphics.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2010/06/4stars.png"></a></address> </article> </main></body></html>