Monthly Archives: March 2006
George Mason University
Girlawhirl and her Super Pals figure that this weekend, almost all the men they know will be glued to the television, living out their very own version of March Madness. And Girlawhirl, who likes to stay informed, also enjoys the … Continue reading
Tune Buckle
iPods (and their relatives) are everywhere! Girlawhirl sees them all over the world. And while it seems like everyone is still enamored with the technology itself, Girlawhirl finds the fabulous new accessories for iPods that are popping up all over … Continue reading
DNA Art
There’s a new movement in the art world, and while only time will tell how it compares to the impressionist, cubist or even constructivist movements, it’s definitely unique and Girlawhirl thinks it’s pretty cool. She calls it the individualist movement … Continue reading
Energy Kitchen
When in London, Girlawhirl keeps an eye out for what the next big trend in food is by perusing the food halls of department stores like Selfridges and Harvey Nicks. A few years ago, Yo Sushi!, with its conveyer belt … Continue reading
belts
Girlawhirl, just back from a fashion scouting trip to Europe, knows just what she needs to update her look for spring, summer and beyond: a selection of belts. Big wide belts, slung low around her hips, colorful, studded, or whip … Continue reading
washing cashmere sweaters
It’s the time of the year when Girlawhirl has to say good-bye to her faithful companions from the past few months, her friends that got her through the cold of winter in style and comfort… her cashmere sweaters. Before she … Continue reading
Borba
Girlawhirl knows that when four or five in the afternoon rolls around, she’ll be at her desk in desperate need of a pick me up. She tries to stock her desk with some healthy treats like trail mix or nuts, … Continue reading
airplane seating
Dining overseas with a globetrotting Super Pal, table talk turned to upcoming travel plans and the minute details of trips that only seasoned, or completely over-traveled veterans obsess about… And here’s where the two friends differed. Girlawhirl, who tolerates the … Continue reading
Lemon Lime Sour
Daydreaming about lazy long summer evenings to come, Girlawhirl can just picture herself, outside on a deck, patio, or perhaps the city version of a balcony—a fire escape—enjoying the sky and stars with some Super Pals, drink in hand… Last … Continue reading