Special Guest Post: In Which Mr. CP Screws Everything Up!

Our story begins, as so many do, with a mistake that was not immediately apparent.  As you, gentle reader, likely are aware, Kelsey abandoned me absconded departed for North Carolina a few days ago.  While she fretted over coffins, spooky accessories, and dresses, she entrusted me with a glorious task: update her blog.

Me accepting this task. With, apparently, my horse
Armor: Ye Olde Blacksmith Unlimited
Tabard: Forver Plagueridden
Horse: DIY Pasture

In the most noble manner imaginable, I accepted this quest: "Sweetie, I promise you, I will mess this up."

She, of course, thought I was joking.  She said, "Oh, you... I'm sure you'll come up with something wonderful."

And so, I find myself here... little black cat 'helping' (i.e. trying to eat my fingers) as I struggle to post something worthy.

Idea #1 - I offered simply to substitute in for her.  I had picked out an amazing outfit and was all set for a photo shoot.

For your sanity

Apparently, it's 'weird'  when I try to wear her clothes.

Idea #2 - This.

Armor: Mark VII Aquila Power Armor, Adeptus Mechanicus
Bolter: Godwyn Pattern, Adeptus Mechanicus
Life is the Emperor's currency; spend it well.  For the Imperium!

'Nuff said.

Idea #2, part 2: This as well.

Diving Suit: Bouncer Variant, Protector Program
Drill: Over Sized, Not Compensating at all

So, I learned a thing about fashion: seemingly, it does not include massive, genetically/surgically/psychically altered brutes.  Something new every day, as they say.

Idea #3: Lust list post!!!

North Coast Brewing Co, Old Rasputin XI

Boulevard Brewing Co Smokestack Series, Bourbon Barrel Quad (BBQ)

Wait... this isn't a blog about beer?  Back to the drawing board.

Idea #3b: Fashion and beer!

Ermine: Found in Nature
Label: DIY

Idea # pi.

I think I'm hilarious

Idea # History!

Certainly not made with forced labor or washed in urine

Romans.  They were a gross people.  Urinophoric much?

Idea #4: Distraction!

Look! Boy cat!

Annnnnndddd, work complete!  Now to bask in Kelsey's praise and adoration for a job well done.  There was charm (or something), and Gabriel looks a little like a pumpkin.  Hence, Charming Pumpkin!

I warned her this would happen.  I regret nothing!

- Mr. CP

Lust-worthy Lovelies

Modcloth, Thai Iced Tea Dress in Coconut, $47.99

"How do I love thee? Let me count the ways..."
This dress is perfection. I covet it. I visit it every single day (online, that is). Unfortunately, they're sold out of my size, otherwise this sweetie pie would be winging her way to me right this moment. I've signed up to be alerted when they get my size back in stock, but I'm paranoid they may not. I'm contemplating ordering it in a size up and just having it tailored, but I don't know...

(Eliza Parker, Miami Dress in Plum, $169.99)

The hefty price tag means that this adorable little number is going on my long-term wish list. Next time I have a special occasion to attend, though, this will probably be what I order. Mr CP even thinks this dress is lovely. He typically feigns interest (or nods indifferently) when I squee over clothes, but this particular dress elicited a full and very genuine comment from him!

Eliza Parker, High Waisted A-Line Skirt, $98.00

You know, Eliza Parker just really hits it out of the park when it comes to flattering, feminine pieces. I saw this beautiful skirt on the adorable Lilli over at Frocks and Frou Frou (great blog, check it out!), and immediately decided it was destined to be mine. I'm just waiting for a suitable moment to order it.

Coldwater Creek, Crinkle Swirl Dress, $99.95-$109.95

I swooned over this dress the moment I saw it. Trust me when I say that Coldwater Creek's clothes actually fit curvy women very nicely. While quite pricey, I've found that CWC typically has amazing sales. I snapped up a white linen blazer, originally $150ish dollars, for just under $60. Join their mailing list, and you'll get some amazing coupons, too! I'm just waiting for this beauty to go on sale, or until I get a decent coupon in my inbox, and then she's all mine!

B Makowsky, Saxon Pump in Grey Suede, $52.00 (sale on Amazon)

When I first stumbled upon these shoes, I nearly swooned. I thought they were absolute perfection. To be honest, I'm not much for heels. I'm weak. My feet start to hurt, I whine, get angry and/or grumpy, and poor Mr. CP is stuck with an unpleasant CP. My girlfriends have told me time and again that I just need to push through the pain, but I haven't been able to bring myself to endure the suffering. That being said, I do have some amazingly comfortable pairs of heels, and I tend to just rely upon those. After all, few things give your hips the same sway and your legs the same length as a great pair of heels. I hesitate to order these shoes online because I can't try them on to see whether they're comfortable or unbearable, so odds are I probably won't order these sweeties. BUT I'm definitely going to try to find something similar in a store where I can actually try the shoes on.

No doubt I'll be posting more items that I find, so keep checking back!