One ring...

So here I am. Finally. I scoured email addresses - old, new, unused & unloved - to figure out where I created a blog before chickening out and abandoning it. Clearly, I found it. I have a journal where I collect all my ideas and handwrite some memories or thoughts, but I need somewhere that someone might accidentally stumble upon it and enjoy themselves or maybe even leave a comment. At least I think that's what I need.

I have dreams of an online (and eventually printed) independent magazine, but I have to get into the habit of writing on a regular basis first. I love to write but I never do it, for fear that it sucks. But enough of why, here's the what:

I want to give you some various thoughts that run through my brain, as well as showcase some things that go on around Oklahoma. When I was visiting my friends in Chicago (one of my favorite cities!), we walked through wonderful neighborhoods and shops and as we went along, I was constantly reminded of some of the hidden gems in OKC and Norman. I'm from Michigan, but in the three and a half years I have lived here, I have even noticed a transition from just churches on every corner to interesting shops, restaurants, galleries, festivals/events & communities being created all around the area and the state. I love Nylon magazine and all the people & places they are always uncovering and I think in many ways Oklahoma and the Midwest are comparable, so let's shine a light and celebrate it, dammit! Especially in a time where it is not as feasible for a person to up and move to a big city. You can have just as many unique connections and experiences without spending a boatload to starve on a corner like a "true artist."

So give me your thoughts, we'll see where this thing goes. I hope to have interviews and projects and play-by-plays of events, maybe even podcasts, but let's just tackle consistently writing. I'm no good at waiting for things to blossom organically, I want to be at the peak of the party, fuck the journey, so this is a learning opportunity for all of us. Including Blossom.  You never know, hats could be a part of learning here.  Anything's possible, right?

Oh, and please call bullshit if necessary.


flowers & sunshine,

bunny