we're having a high time

If I weren’t a “professional” for 40 hours a week, 160 hours a month, I’d be half-naked all dang Summer; the sun is my lover, my muse, my fountain of youth.  Oh Beatific Summer, I am howling happy for your arrival! As with every Summer, I will be an idealistic imp, madly pursuing adventures under the sun until it all comes to an end.  Last Saturday, I hosted a Celebrate Summer Skate & BBQ with some of my former teammates. Man, these gals are good for my soul. They’re reckless and witty and just so fun to be around.

I love Mexican Coke in a bottle. I allow myself one a week during the Summer.

From left to right: Judy Gloom, Furious Georgette, Paris Kilton, Vulvarine, Tawdry Tempest, Janis Choplin, Jihad

I majorly scored when I found these deadstock 50s madras shorts (first picture) in the junior section of the thrift store recently. and I was super happy to rediscover this vintage crochet halter top in my wardrobe, though it fell apart before we started skating, but it's an easy fix.

Lots more summer outfits to come. Much Love,

Crystal Lee

skating into Spring

Magical pastel Sundays are best spent roller skating (and skateboarding) with friends. Contrary to their skate names, Judy Gloom and Jihad were perfect Spring time pals. I was so happy to experience Spring & Long Beach with my dear friends, and former team mates. Lavender cones (Echium Candicans) stood upright saluting denim skies, and kitties roamed freely in hillside flower beds. Even the angry rollerblader who yelled at us for taking up an "entire lane" could not damper our spirits. We talked about old times,bragged about old injuries, and made memories cheerful enough to carry me through any stinkin Winter.



Thank you beach volleyball team coordinator dude for taking our picture. just look at how menacing we are.













Outfit: lavender open weave vintage top, ruffle jean shorts (thrifted). These are my favorite shorts & I swear I've had them since I was 15 years old. My clothes are so loyal to me.

Photo credits: Ji(had) & her camera phone, my Minolta Freedom Zoom P&S.

Love yourselves,

Crystal Lee