The Elaine Benes Look Re-appears as New York Style – NYTimes.com – I’ve been re-watching Seinfeld lately and found myself admiring Elaine’s style. I’ve always been a fan of the chunky, comfortable shoe, and some of hers are great. (I want those two-tone loafers!) That said, this article is kinda ridiculous and the bit about Chloe Sevigny made me laugh and laugh. OF COURSE she doesn’t have a TV. *snort*

Advent of Google means we must rethink our approach to education | Education | The Observer – I get what he’s driving at, but I still believe that literacy and numeracy are essential to being a good, smart human being. Yes, your phone can do math. But if you can’t make change or calculate a tip without it, I will continue to think you’re an idiot (no matter how well you can search Google). And hey, doesn’t his entire argument assume that you will ALWAYS have access to technology? What happens if you’re stranded in the mountains or a storm knocks out all the power or the zombie apocalypse comes? I’ll be over here using MATH to make my shelter, and you can go “collaborate” in a cave.

before & after: refinished dresser | Design*Sponge – Bookmarking. Our new sideboard has some discolouration in a few spots, and I wonder if stripping it would help…

Experience: I’ve worn the same outfit as my husband for 35 years – I love them! So adorably kooky. Note to Snook: this may turn out to be us.

Chicago in crosshairs of severe weather threatening parts of Midwest – CNN.com – Yikes. Hope everybody at home stays safe!

“Community”: Dan Harmon officially returning for season 5 | Inside TV Mobile | EW.com – YAAAYYYY. That reminds me: we didn’t watch any of season 4 yet. Any good?

A Few Words about Ferris Bueller on the 27th anniversary – Great essay.

This Han Solo-in-Carbonite lightswitch is clearly turned on

Fancy that: a surge of singles hits inner city | smh.com.au – HA! Our neighbourhood Chippendale is #2 on the list.

Design Icon Eames Lounge Chair: Interior Ideas, Inspiration and Pictures – WANT.