Author Archives: Sister Wolf

Art washes away from the soul the dust of everyday life*

Martine Roch is pure delight. Let’s love her! *Picasso

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Gifts for Him: First in a Series

“Set of two small cedar stumps infused with fresh, real Siskiyou cedar – it’s just like taking a hike in the rugged Siskiyou mountains of the northwest. Has scent notes of ginger, wool blankets, and deep forest.” 100% wildcrafted and organic ingredients. … Continue reading

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De Profundis

I’ve been meaning to read De Profundis since I read a biography of Oscar Wilde, around 100 years ago. I know Max read De Profundis and liked it. I was disappointed, though. Oscar Wilde managed to perceive a benefit from … Continue reading

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A New Favorite Shopping Site

The ra webshop is heaven sent for people craving avant garde apparel. Everyone modeling the outfits looks completely insane, and the prices are sky-high. I was upset to find out that one of my favorite ‘pieces’ must have sold out, … Continue reading

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Mr. Know-it-all

I had lunch today at an Indian restaurant where my friend and I were regaled by the wisdom of a guy I’ll call Mr. Know-it-all. Mr. Know-it-all (see above) is one of those guys who knows everything. And I mean … Continue reading

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If You Can Pronounce ‘Balmain’ Correctly

Before you complain about the $13,776 price tag, consider the close-up view of this vest: “Take your ___  cues from ___  and wear this  ___  style with  ____ attitude – think  ___  pants  and  ____  heels.” Replace the missing words (the ones … Continue reading

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The Horror of Sex

I had another bad dream a few nights ago that was not only horrible but also embarrassing. I’m not sure whether one can be held responsible for dream content. I would never choose such an idiotic and reprehensible dream.  I couldn’ … Continue reading

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Curated Jeans

These jeans by Cosmic Wonder are made of “used unprocessed” selvedge denim, with embroidered patchwork detail at the hem. (Notice how nicely the hem hangs in the photo below.) Complete this sentence: These jeans are worth $805 because ______________.

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Naomi Wolf’s Vagina

Poor Naomi Wolf. Once, she was a respected feminist thinker, her book The Beauty Myth staking a place in the second wave feminist pantheon. She was never a radical but she was a person to take seriously. Her recent support of Julian … Continue reading

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Fat Thighs

When I’m not thinking about death, I’m thinking about my fat thighs. My brain bounces between the two subjects like a ping-pong ball. I hate these preoccupations but I feel helpless against the tyranny of my depression. Obviously, I am looking for … Continue reading

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