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Imagine Dragons - It's Time

It's been one of those weeks--and it's only Wednesday. To get us through the rest of the work week, we are lovin' this slap happy/carefree song!!

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The music, the movement, the scenery, and with such a simple message...kudos Levi's! 

"I Had No Idea it Was Saint Patrick's Day"

This was a direct quote from the valet guy as he pulled my car around last night...

My response: "Right, it's not today, it's tomorrow sir."  

Today is the day where most everyone can celebrate like they are Irish. Bust out the green, the beads, and the shot glass on a necklace!

I'm Scottish, have been to "the homeland," have an infinite/undying love for bagpipes, and everything tartan.

But every Saint Patrick's Day, we (meaning my entire family when I was a wee lass), partied like we were Irish. During said time when I was a wee lass, I was introduced to two things that remind me of St. Patrick's Day, no matter what the month or day.

The first is a completely zany movie entitled Darby O'Gill and the Little People. Netflix has it categorized as a "family, feel good" movie. In all honesty, it is a feel good movie--family, on the other hand, I'm not too sure about...

After hashing it out with my Mom today, it was decided that it teaches children the following: 1. How to survive in an Irish pub brawl. 2. The aftermath of what happens when you kidnap a leprechaun. And 3. Be afraid--very, very afraid of banshees.

Crucial life lessons, of course!

Cue Darby O'Gill and a leprechaun dance party...

The second is a song entitled "The Night that Paddy Murphy Died." My Grandfather adored this song--I can remember him singing it at any opportunity that presented itself. Any opportunity. At age 7, I knew the lyrics by verbatim--including the part where,"They put the bottle with the corpse to keep that whiskey cold." You know...normal things a 7 year old should know.

Great Big Sea - Night Pat Murphy Died

To my family back in the mitten, enjoy the Bay City parade and all the shenanigans that go along with it tomorrow--I wish I could be there! And to our friends, Happy St. Patty's Day from the Gals!!

What We Are Current Digging

Vintage Patron Saint Medal Bracelets

Madge was born and raised Catholic. We're talking Catholic schooling and has an Uncle that's a priest--raised Catholic. Not only does she know the Hail Mary by heart, but can tell you that burying a St. Joseph figurine upside down in your yard will sell your house in a more timely fashion. 

Approximately two years ago, she started collecting Patron Saint medals from estate sales, vintage stores, and from friends and family that came across them. 

The result, a unique charm bracelet that she wears practically daily...

"My day seems to go so much better when I know I have the Saints watching my back." - Direct quote from our Gal.

We were recently introduced to these lovely wrist ornaments; handcrafted with semi-precious stones and vintage Holy Medals. And immediately started carrying them in our store. Within two weeks, we were sold out and placed a reorder doubling our original amount!

Madge's love for Holy Medals and the Patron Saint's that are represented have subsequently rubbed off on Jenny. 

Jenny's favorite saint--St. Luke, the Patron Saint of Creativity.

Margaret's favorite saint--St. Expeditus, the Patron Saint of Urgent Causes and Against Procrastination (no joke).

"Pray For Us" in Spanish on the back--so rare.

Stacking bracelets, a very popular trend currently--and with the varying bead and medal sizes, each piece is incredibly versatile and one of a kind. You can wear one or seven. 

No matter what your religion may or may not be, these lovely jeweled ornaments make a great gift for anyone, yourself included!!

A Week in Photos

Last week I stumbled upon an awesome website, GOOD. 

They have several fun "projects" that you can partake in. 

The 30 Day - Document Your Life challenge caught my eye. Since our daily working lives have been less than interesting lately, hence leaving us with very little content to blog, we decided this would be something amusing to try.

The fun part--we haven't shared the photos with the other Gal!

Two Gals Presents: Madge's Week in Photos...


Jenny's photos will be showcased next week!

We really have ENJOYED this little project and have encouraged several of our friends and family to try it as well. Give it a try--we'd love to see your photos!!

P.S. Have no fear--the "Mini Mental Exam" was a folder in an exam room at my doctors office. A test that I did not have to take.

Newest Addition to the Playlist

Young the Giant - Strings

Why we love it?

It's acoustic, there is a big ugly yellow couch as a prop, a mason jar is used as an instrument, and some legging slapping. Totally captures the feel and ambiance of the week thus far!

What We Are Currently Digging

Findings Jewelry - 'Recycled. Reused. Restyled."

So much enchantment with every little token!

While at the Market, we were able to venture into the "cash and carry" section. Vendors from around the world selling items. We stumbled upon these beauties and fell in love!

There is just something so delightful and alluring about restyled items!!



One in particular...this lovely grey silk rosette necklace, adorned in small glazed shells.

Just in time for Spring/Summer 2012!

It also happens to be the perfect addition to zest up a plain white t-shirt!

Happy Friday!