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Just back in!

The action, or should I say no action figure in his prison suit, and removable hair. I'd like to see what Janie would do with this. Now...what did I do with my voodoo pins... excuse me now...

THAT'S VIO'LET

 I will admit, that when Violet Chachki was on Drag Race her season, he wasn't the warmest, and I dare say not my favorite. But I have since grown to love this queen and not only from the sharing of drag or to a sense, the "burlesque part. Mine being more Boylesque. If I had to name the 5 most successful queens to go on from Drag Race that ended up doing incredible things and stand out among the big winner's circle to create their own empire it would be Sasha Velour, Trixie Mattel, Alyssa Edwards,  Jinkx Monsoon and Violet Chachki, who after winning has taken her drag to a whole other level compared to the other queens, and is making the world her oyster. You see Violet has made history...he is the first ever male-bodied and drag queen to dance the legendary and fabled Crazy Horse cabaret in Paris, where she hopes her appearance will help "spread the therapy" of drag, she herself got from drag. She will join the bill at Crazy Horse, invited by them yet,  to perform her one queen show there, and it's one of the renowned intuitions of Parisian "nude chic" alongside the Moulin Rouge.

I'm here to tell you... that queen doing Burlesque... That picture above smolders! And to think he has the talent to keep from the public eye he is a very nicely endowed queen! Now that is talent He has also gotten quite hot out of drag on a sidenote Violet, this ultra glamorous queen, made quite the name for herself on Drag Race, won the crown, and immediately after the show, began her burlesque routine and shows. She was received quickly by the scene, combining singing, comedy, creativity, aerial work, dance and elaborate ensembles. She stands out most times with her sense of fashion and aesthetics. At times I get the feeling and glimpses of the great Joey Arias. Now in the world of burlesque, she is right up there with the likes of Pink Martini and Dita Von Tesse. And she continues to shake things up by having Gotmik on her stage and rumors are swirling they could be dating. Now that would make for one creative force. Whether you like her or hate her, no doubt Violet has emerged victorious and found her place in the world of burlesque. And I can get behind anyone who like to show some skin.

Remember the old Blackglama fur ads, What becomes a legend most? This is it! Yasss Hunty!!!!

MOOD BOARD

 

What a wet, damp and cloudy weekend. I thought I was in Jon's neck of the globe! But thanks heavens the potting shed came in handy as I could still get some potting done. This Monday...some reflections of my mind...all over the board! Especially seeing if Mr. Pink shorts is vers!

Happy Monday and here's to a new year dearies.

VELVETY GOODNESS

 

Well, this weekend hasn't been a complete wash out. With rains and dark clouds rolling in late Friday night, there wasn't much to be done in the way of the gardening. Though I did get my Datura Ballerinas planted Friday evening, and a quick trip in after work to Ashcombe for some more gems. Thanks heavens though for the potting shed. I was able to still do potting of annuals and some repotting of other plants we had, while listening to the rain on the roof, and listening to music on my old and faithful battery-operated radio, listening to the Met. I swear flowers like music. With getting my work done mid- afternoon, I finally went to check out a maroon bakery I'd been wanting to go try. Sweet Velvet, over on Market Street in Camp Hill.

And it didn't disappoint. Now mind you, I'm not a huge, sweet person. I prefer salty and savory over sweet most days, but I've been craving macaroons since I moved from New Hope that had a place I'd get them. This place really lived up to it's name. Velvety goodness. Upon getting in and checking everything out, the girl beyond the counter asked if we'd been in before. Not having been she offered us a free macaron to try. So light, fresh and airy, and the perfect amount of sweetness. The interior is bright and inviting, and they offered a huge variety of flavors. They had the basic flavors, in addition to the like of Rose-Berry, Birthday Cake, Lavender Limoncello, Fig Honey Goat cheese, and many others. The service was great, quick, and a friendly and very knowledgeable staff. I wanted one of each. I ended up getting a box of 10, and a box of three. At $2.50 a cookie, it is not something I would do all the time, but they are worth it!!! And the best part? Made fresh daily and locally owned.

I knew I had to take a snap of this for Ms Scarlett. It was my sample I tried and a good choice too.

If you're in the area or ever visit go check them out.Sweet Velvet. With rains continuing...it's been a lazy day today; Dinner is on tap with the Capital Street Duo later at a pub. I don't know why, but every time I'm in a bakery with macaroons, the number Think Pink with Kay Thompson from Funny Face comes to mind.