November 2021 - High Heels in the Wilderness

Black Friday: Just a Blip on the Radar?

Did you shop the Black Friday sales? Me neither. Can we hope that the Black Friday frenzy is perhaps becoming unfashionable? Nope. Not yet.

46 Comments / life / By Sue Burpee

November has been a wonderful month this year. Even late November, which is usually a dark, wet, harbinger of winter. But not this year.

Do “influencers” have the courage of their convictions when it comes to promoting slow fashion and mindful consumption? Maybe yes. Maybe no.

This week my friend Liz and I had a day out in Merrickville, Ontario. Sunshine, historic buildings, antique shops. What could be better?

I’m digging into my curated closet this week and restyling some essential pieces. To see if I can get excited about wearing them again.

37 Comments / life / By Sue Burpee

Sometimes getting our thoughts in order is like herding cats. That’s why a little structure and a few constraints can make life better.

This is a non-travel travel post, my friends. I’m going to walk around downtown Ottawa and go for tea at the Château Laurier. Want to come?

I’m finding lots of solace this week, my friends. Must have been writing about it last week that meant I’m up to my eyeballs in it this week.