“If I knew all the answers, I’d run for God.” Corporal Maxwell Klinger, “The Interview,” season four, episode 24
The Stagger Inn Again
Here’s another vintage sign from our travels on Historic Route 66 in Edwardsville, IL. The angle is terrible, because I took the picture when I was stopped at a red light, but I think the name (The Stagger Inn…Again), is hilarious, especially when you consider the one-time popularity of Stag Beer (which was produced in Belleville) in the St. Louis area. And from what I’ve been able to learn, it’s actually a play on an even older pub name, the original Stagger Inn, the oldest continuously operating bar in Edwardsville…it appears to have added the “Again” after a series of ownership changes in the 80s.
Mani Monday
This week I wanted to go for a soft brown and pink mani inspired by my newest dirndl apron, but now all I can see is chocolate and strawberry ice cream! I used Holo Taco “Need I Say Mocha?” and “Blush Monday,” and also did a layer of “Garden Party Taco” with a sprinkling of “Sweetheart Taco” over one nail for a bit of contrast.
M*A*S*H Quote of the Day–7/12/26
I worked my way through divinity school as a “B” girl in San Diego. Father Francis Mulcahy, “Deluge,” season four, episode 23
Bellemore Village
I love a vintage road sign…this one for the Bellemore Village shopping center in Granite City, IL, is fairly simple, but still has that mid-century modern look that I’m drawn to!
M*A*S*H Quote of the Day–7/11/26
“The laundry is on fire.” Major Frank Burns, “Deluge,” season four, episode 23
Sartorial Saturday–Summertime Blues
Today I’m taking a look at a knit top with a beautiful chalice neckline from Miss Candyfloss…the lovely Bonita-Lee!
I’ve been looking for a blue top to pair with skirts and pants (like the Donna-Sable palazzo pants here), and the Bonita-Lee is exactly what I was looking for. It’s super comfortable because it’s a knit top, but the collar dresses it up.
I paired it with a dark blue hat, Erstwilder brooch, necklaces from RockLove Jewelry’s “Tell Your Tale” collection (complete with Stitch charms!), and an extra-large stack of Splendette Duchess Bangles:
I love how cool this outfit looks, even on a hot day!
The light colors and breezy fabrics make this a great summer outfit:
I don’t have many knit tops from Miss Candyfloss, but I think this is my favorite!
I’m looking forward to pairing it with a skirt next!
M*A*S*H Quote of the Day–7/10/26
“Colonels. You can’t trust ’em. They’re this far from making general. They can taste those stars.” Colonel Sherman Potter, “Deluge,” season four, episode 23
The Pink Elephant Antique Mall
Our latest Route 66 adventure was a trip to the Pink Elephant Antique Mall in Livingston, IL!
The antique mall is located in the old town high school…you can see in the bottom right corner of this photo the stone that indicates the gymnasium addition (which houses the bulk of the booths) was erected in 1949:
I love that the Livingston Eagles logo is still proudly displayed above the antique offerings!
Attached to the antique mall is the Twistee Treat Diner, a cute place that sells ice cream and classic diner food:
There is a huge fiberglass elephant outside…pink of course!
And a Muffler Man:
Plus this cool spaceship!
I also spotted a Big Boy statue:
And a heart for love locks:
It’s kind of a weird place, but fits the kitschy Route 66 vibe very well!
M*A*S*H Quote of the Day–7/9/26
“Well, if truth is the first casualty of war, I guess sobriety is second. I bet Hannibal crossed the Alps on pink elephants.” Captain Hawkeye Pierce, “The More I See You,” season four, episode 22