A Monkey On The Roof

Happy Spring 2010

2010-03-23T13:14:00.000-07:00

Indie Davis March 6 2010

2010-02-20T11:57:00.001-08:00

Come by Saturday March 6th and meet of our crafters and enjoy original local goods.
Here are a few that will be attending:

Bisoux Bisoux
Jami Mark Designs
Isla Corbett

Stay tuned for more information.

Functional Love for 2010

2010-02-09T12:56:00.001-08:00

1" Buttons Designed and Made by nina and tom
Set of 5 $6.00 Each $1.50

Ceramic Clay Magnets $6 each
Hand Made in Davis

Ceramic Clay Hearts $6 each
Hand Made in Davis

We're so excited for Valentine's Day. We want to encourage "Functional Love" this year. Come by and see the gifts that your sweetie can reuse all year long. Magnets, Buttons, Earrings, Keepsake Wooden Boxes, Plants and the list goes on and on.

Laviniai Gardella Crochet Goods

2010-01-12T13:25:00.001-08:00

Italian Crafter, Lavinia Gardella, crochets functional and decorative items. Her 100% cotton wash/dish cloths (Set of 3 $22 Single $8) and coasters (plain $5 cupcake $10) are heavy and durable along with being lovely. They add a specialness to what we use everyday. Then there are her whimsical cacti ($22 each) that will brighten any room and make you smile. Stop by and see them for yourself.

Happy New Year!

2010-01-08T12:12:00.001-08:00

May this year bring you health, happiness and peace.

20% off Nina and Tom Brand at the Downtown Davis Store

2009-12-08T13:36:00.000-08:00

For a limited time, we're offering 20% off our nina and tom brand at our brick and mortar store in Downtown Davis.
Sale is limited to stock on hand.

Happy Holidays!

Spooky T-shirt Halloween Giveaway

2009-10-13T12:55:00.000-07:00

Enter to win one of our Kid's Spooky Halloween T-shirt.
Comes in sizes XS(2-4), S(6-8) and M(10-12)
Just tell us the following:
What is your favorite thing about Halloween?
What size and short or long sleeve?
Your email so we can contact you.
And if you would like our newsletter.

Good Luck. Deadline to enter is October 21, 2009.

Photoshoot

2009-09-12T21:04:00.000-07:00

We had a lovely little photo shoot early tonight for some of our new designs.
You can check a few of the photos out on Megan Wilkinson's blog.
And while you're there, look at the rest of her photographs. Lovely and lively.
Thanks Megan, you did a great job.

Something Old Something New -Haute Again

2009-09-09T17:19:00.000-07:00

Here is our latest project for our brick and mortar store in Downtown Davis.

Finishing One Chapter and Starting a New One

2009-08-29T09:12:00.000-07:00

This week summer ended (along with our Monday trips to Donner Lake) and fall has begun. The Bubby has gone away to college and The Monkey has started kindergarten. A pretty full week of emotions and new ways of living from day to day. Change is good but sometimes hard to get used to.

ArtBeast and a Free Range Childhood

2009-08-13T13:30:00.000-07:00

OK.
The Monkey and I went to The ArtBeast in Midtown Sacramento yesterday.
What's The Art Beast? Just one of the coolest places/ideas for kids in a long long time.
This non-profit is "...a drop-in arts exploration space for children featuring an open studio, art classes and arts exploration rooms."
There are rooms for mixed media art, dramatic play, house play, musical play, movement/dance, soft play for infants and a courtyard, which affords the freedom to make the wildest messes with chalk, water, sand/gravel and clay.
The kids can literally paint on the walls, bang pots and pans and or walk in clay.
The ArtBeast Manifesto states the promotion of a free range childhood and that children are creators and must learn stories of beauty and truth before learning letters to record them. They believe in child safety and a child's aestetic. And believe that art can never come from precut circles and step by step instructions.
Both The Monkey and myself had a blast. I especially loved painting on the pexy glass wall with him and dancing in the movement/dance room. The Monkey loved playing in the clay.
Thank you ArtBeast, we'll be back next week.

Vote for America's Favorite Farmers' Market

2009-08-04T09:13:00.001-07:00

We are voting for our favorite, The Davis Farmers' Market, of course. It's in the lead for best large market. Yea!
You can vote too.
Vote here.

8/10/09 WE WON! YEA!!

Test Drive at About.com Kids Fashion

2009-07-20T10:01:00.000-07:00

We just found out about this cool write-up over at About.com's Kids' Fashion.
So great. Yea!

the Renegade Craft Fair San Francisco

2009-07-18T11:34:00.000-07:00

After working at the Davis Farmers' Market and some time in the store, we'll be off to the Renegade Craft Fair in San Francisco.

Downtown Davis Sidewalk Sale

2009-07-10T10:46:00.000-07:00

Come downtown and check out our sale.
We have odds and ends for $10-$5.
Our summer PJs are $24 (save $10-$12)
All underwear is 40% off.

Happy 4th of July!

2009-07-03T12:45:00.000-07:00

Enjoy the long weekend! Mmmmm...BBQ.

Happy Father's Day!

2009-06-20T16:50:00.001-07:00

Now An Adult

2009-06-19T12:20:00.001-07:00

The Bubby and The Monkey after The Bubby's high school graduation ceremony.

Introducing 5th Season Bags

2009-06-10T12:56:00.000-07:00

Leah Bag with birds

Leah Bag with trees

Nathan child's bag letter L

5th Season is a local Davis, CA company that is committed to reusing discarded clothing/fabrics and making them into highly functional and stylish bags. These "upcycled" bags "resonate the importance of reducing our consumption and waste by challenging each other to creatively look at consumer products beyond their original intended purposes."
Not only do we love 5th Season's approach, we love the creativity and craftsmanship.
Each bag is original and each bag has received Akiko's(owner/designer/sewer) attention
to detail. These bags a beautifully made aesthetically and functionally. They truly are something special.

The Bubby Is Graduating High School

2009-06-09T13:22:00.000-07:00

Haworth Handmade Now In

2009-06-04T12:57:00.000-07:00

We're excited to have Haworth Handmade in our store. Melissa's strong but delicate wood pendents are detailed with intricate laser cut images of trees. Each one is roughly an 1.5" wide, making them just the right size to show off the tree's original pattern and image. Priced at $24 ea. We also have her smaller plain pendents and rings.$10-$12 ea.
Her felt rocks are peaceful to look at and to hold. Like the wood pendents they are each one of a kind. Melissa uses local wool for the felting too. $5 ea or 3 for $12.00 Any of these are a great gift for graduation or a birthday.
Coming soon Candle Stick holders.
Can't wait.

Davis Schools Foundation Schoolapolooza

2009-05-27T12:16:00.001-07:00

This Saturday, May 30, we will be donating 20% of our sales to the Davis Schools Foundation during their Schoolapolooza. Come by and purchase something cool while helping the local public schools.

Keep It Local The 3/50 Project

2009-05-20T14:48:00.001-07:00

nina and tom are now a part this awesome group of small business owners and individuals who want to spread the word about the importance of shopping at your local brick and mortar stores.

Take the pledge, spend a total of $50 a month between 3 local stores and help build your neighborhood economy.

Here are some suggestions:

Buy your cup of coffee 5 times a month from the independent coffeehouse, not Starbucks.
$5.00-$22.50

Buy your new broom or mop at your local/independent hardware store.
$9.00-$20.00

Buy one children's book/novel/cookbook/cd or magazine from your local/independent bookstore or music store and not Amazon.
$3.95-$34.95

Buy that special gift for a birthday, baby shower, wedding or anniversary by going to your local boutique and find something original and unique that can't be found at Target.
$20-$100.

Buy some ice cream or frozen yogurt 2 times a month at your local creamery or yogurt shop.
$3.50-$10.00

$50.00 adds up quick and you're done (but by all means keep spending if you can).
It just takes a little effort to get your mind out the big box stores.
We know you can do it.

Flashback Monday Part 37

2009-05-11T08:10:00.000-07:00

Joy Division Love Will Tear Us Apart

Sioxsie and the Banshees Passenger

The Cure Pictures of you

Forbes Top 25 Towns To Live Davis #19

2009-05-05T22:34:00.000-07:00

We love our town and Forbes Magazine thinks it's pretty cool too. Come by on Sat. for Indie Davis and check the town out.
19. Davis, Calif.

Population: 68,660
Location: Between Sacramento and the Bay Area, though definitely solidly part of the Sacramento metro area.
Median income: $52,322

Strongest categories: Davis attracts a high share of people with a bachelor's degree or higher (70%) and international workers with education (who represent 6% of the adult labor force). A college town, it's stocked stocked with plenty of restaurants and bars.

Drawbacks: It's a decent hike to Northern California business capitals San Francisco and San Jose. It lacks the world-class entertainment those cities regularly attract. Further, Californians earning $52,322 have a difficult time making ends meet.

Data provided by ZoomProspector.com

Indie Davis Saturday May 9, 2009

2009-05-04T10:13:00.001-07:00

To celebrate Mother’s Day and the tradition of hand-made goods, nina and tom announce the launch of Indie Davis this Saturday May 9, 2009 1-5 p.m. in front of their brick and mortar store at 129 E Street Suite B-1 in Davis. nina and tom will be showcasing the talents of local crafters who hand produce original, one of a kind gifts that will sure to please any mom or special someone.
During this time of economic uncertainty and environmental crisis, there is no better time to support our local economy and lessen our carbon footprint by purchasing goods made from where we live. Come visit Downtown Davis and see what you can find.
Look for the following crafters at Indie Davis:

Tid Bit Bake Shop- Yummy and lovely cupcakes using only the best ingredients and care.
Punky Jane Jewlery- Specializing in hand stamped, custom sterling silver jewelry, as well as, her original stock designs ready to wear that make the perfect gift for just about anyone.
Bisoux-A sweet & eccentric mix of feather hair clips, knitted animals and fashion goodies.
Haworth Handmade – Natural materials including wood for pendants and rings and felted stones, along with Mark Duede’s nature photography.
Laura Walls Taylor Modern Ceramics- Delightful and functional ceramics -- all hand made and hand painted. Bowls, vases and plates along with mug riders, critters and fun dishes. All perfect for Mother’s Day.
Why Girls Go Astray- With a love for working with paper and textiles, Ms. Andy produces paperweights, "ice cube" magnets, and decoupage vases that have bold colors and retro images with a dash of camp.

Mt. Shasta Breast Cancer Climb Update

2009-05-03T10:53:00.000-07:00

While it's true that Gil & I took a vacation to Hawaii and just returned, please don't think that he slacked off on his training just because he was at the beach! He actually got up early for long beach runs; carried granddaughter, Satya, around on his back to simulate the weight of his back pack and did a few hikes on the mountain trails of Kauai. And, even though we got home late Saturday night, he got up early last Sunday to head to Stinson Beach for a 12 mile hike with his 40 lb. pack. Best of all, he said he felt great.

In between the Breast Cancer Fund hikes, he's still managing some UCD stadium stair climbing and using the weekends to hike in the Berryessa hills. And this weekend, he'll attend snow school up in Mt. Shasta City. I didn't even know there was such a school but it does make sense that novice climbers know how to climb with crampons and use an ice ax.

The fundraising is coming along slowly but surely. Thanks to everyone who has donated and thanks to those of you who have committed to donate. The economy isn't making that rapid recovery we hoped for, but neither has breast cancer gone away so this effort is still hugely important.

Donations can be made directly at this web address: http://breastcancerfund.org/climb09/gilarriaga or if more convenient a check can be mailed to 525 Hudson Ct., Davis, Ca 95616. Checks should be made payable to Breast Cancer Fund.

Attached are a couple of photos of the training; one is with my sister-in-law, Alice Dunning, whose energy and commitment to this cause was infectious enough to convince me to participate and one is with my youngest training partner, Satya Starlight.

Until next month - si se puede; yes we can!

Thanks you guys, keep up the great work.

iAddict

2009-04-30T16:11:00.001-07:00

This is what happens when friends sit around and enjoy the day in their favorite coffee joint.
They come up with new ways to describe their latest addiction(s).
Tom and I don't have iPhones but I think the time will be coming soon.
Come on, all the cool kid's are doing it, right?

Last Day to Vote & Cupcakes Tomorrow

2009-04-17T12:53:00.000-07:00

Today is the last day to vote for us as Sacramento's Best Gift Shop.
To everyone who has voted, thank you so much, you're the best.

And because last Saturday's Cupcake Extravaganza was such a great success with Tid Bit Bake Shop, we're bringing them back for Picnic Day.
Come by, say, "Hi." and treat yourself.
Mmmmm.

KCRA A*List Best Gift Shop Vote For Us!

2009-04-14T11:30:00.000-07:00

You have until Friday April 17, 2009 to vote.
Thank you.

Who Doesn't Love Cupcakes?...We Can't Think of Anyone.

2009-04-08T17:00:00.001-07:00

129 E Street B-1 Davis, CA 95616 530 753 7008 ninaandtom.com

Spring 09 Sale

2009-04-08T08:46:00.001-07:00

Print out the coupon and bring it into our store or use the promo code spring09 during check out.

Happy Spring!

It's On!

2009-04-03T11:41:00.001-07:00

Today is The Monkey's 5th Birthday and the bowling extravaganza party is on Sunday.
Here are some baby photos that we posted last year.
Stay tuned for party photos.

Breast Cancer Fund Climb Against the Odds-Mt. Shasta

2009-03-22T10:39:00.000-07:00

Our friend Gil Arriaga is raising money for Breast Cancer Awareness and Prevention by climbing Mt. Shasta in Northern California on June 21-27 2009.
We, nina and tom, are donating $25.00 a month until June to support him and the Breast Cancer Fund. We hope you can give whatever you can for this amazing cause and selfless effort to protect and honor all women.
This blog will be checking in on Gil's progress once a month to see how well he's doing and will post updates about his climb in June.
Thank you for accepting this challenge and giving this gift to us Gil .

Here is Gil's letter to you:
Dear Friends:

I am writing to you to ask for your support as I train to be a part of the Breast Cancer Fund’s 10th annual Climb against the Odds fundraising climb to the summit of Mt. Shasta. I think I already hear some of you saying “why in the world would Gil take on such a strenuous activity to support breast cancer?” Well, the answer is simple: a breast cancer diagnosis happens to 1 in 8 women; only 10% of breast cancer cases are linked to genetics; and of about 100,000 synthetic chemicals on the market, less than 10% have been fully tested for their effects on human health. The BCF is the only organization dedicated to the elimination of the environmental causes of breast cancer & the prevention of the disease. The statistics are frightening and ones that directly affect the health of so many women who mean so much to me. So I’ve decided to harness my energy to be an advocate to help find an end to breast cancer.

I am dedicating my training and my climb to some special women who have impressed me with their courage while being treated for breast cancer & their energy as survivors. Margie Mikels, a strong spirited woman, who along with Susy & me shares the joys of being a grandparent to Logan & Wyatt. Margie, her mother and 2 sisters are all breast cancer survivors. As a mother of three daughters, she clearly does not want them to inherit this family trait. My cousin, Tina Tafoya, got her diagnosis 6 years ago as a young wife & mother. Today she is healthy & treasures every day with her sons & husband. I also am dedicating my efforts to a group of amazing women that I call The Sisterhood of EDD Survivors; the sisterhood is huge but I especially want to acknowledge Alison, Flo, Leslie, Melinda and Vicki. Ladies – your strength amazes me. Prayer flags will be taken with me to the summit of Mt. Shasta in your honor.

I know that our economy is struggling right now and these are difficult financial times for all. I do feel a stirring of positive energy now that our country has begun a new season of hope and change. My personal goal is to raise $7000, and I thank you in advance for your help. Remember each dollar raised will support the Breast Cancer Fund’s work to identify and eliminate the environmental causes of the disease. Climb against the Odds directly supports the policy initiatives, corporate accountability campaigns and other innovative programs to secure the changes needed to prevent this disease.
http://breastcancerfund.org/climb09/gilarriaga or if more convenient a check can be mailed to me at 525 Hudson Ct., Davis, Ca 95616. Checks should be made payable to Breast Cancer Fund. There is no donation that is too small, and in the spirit of “many hands make light work” please forward this to anyone you know who supports this goal.

I leave you with the refrain often spoken by two of my heroes: Cesar Chavez & Barack Obama: si se peude; yes we can. Thank you for your support.

Gil Arriaga

Stunned!

2009-03-20T08:36:00.000-07:00

I thought I would only here the following words from The Monkey when he becomes a teenager.

"Mom, I'm tired, I think I'm gonna sleep in. You can get up and have some alone time."

I thought I was dreaming but I got up anyway.

My alone time was about 10 minutes.
Oh well, it's a start.

They're In!

2009-03-12T10:53:00.001-07:00

Our Lucky(U) shirts are now in the store.
Come by and pick up yours.

We're now on Facebook!

2009-03-10T15:22:00.000-07:00

Check us out and make us your friend.

That's Right!

2009-03-10T13:01:00.001-07:00

This photo was taken taken today from one of dearest friends while she is at RISD having her grad school interview.
Good Luck, we're thinking about you.

Lucky(U) St. Partick's Day Giveaway

2009-03-02T13:02:00.001-08:00

Oh Lucky You!
It's time for our St.Patrick's Day Giveaway.
We are giving away to 3 lucky winners one shirt each.
Comes in the following sizes:
Baby Snap.ee 3-6m or 6-12m
Lap-t 12-18m or 18-24m
Kids T-shirt XS(2-4), S(6-8), M(10-12), L(14-16)
Adult and Woman's Cut Shirts S, M, L, XL, XXL

Rules
Giveaway will end March 12, 2009 at Midnight PST.
The winner will be selected by random and emailed.
Just tell us the following:
1. What makes you lucky?
2. Size you would like your prize to be.
3. Give us your email and let us know if you would like to join our newsletter.

If you can't wait and need one for the holiday, email us at info@ninaandtomfamilyfashion.com and order one (baby & kids $22.00 & adults $24.00 + shipping).
Happy St. Patrick's Day

Flashback Monday Part 36

2009-03-02T08:53:00.000-08:00

Men At Work Land DownUnder

Dexy's Midnight Runners Come On Eileen

Eddy Grant Electric Avenue

AMGENA Tour of California Stage 1 Here!

2009-02-15T12:10:00.000-08:00

Stage One of AMGEN's Tour of California just start here in Davis at noon.
It's Lance Armstrong's first race out of retirement. It's pretty cool but super wet.
Here is what we wrote about the race in 2007.
Tom and The Monkey are over at the starting line watching "pro cyclists, cause my dad use to be pro cyclist...he rides fast."
Oh, Tom's good ol'days.

4 Year Old Love

2009-02-06T13:34:00.000-08:00

7:30 a.m The Monkey and Nina are cuddling in bed.
Nina (Mama): "Come here Monkey and let me give you a kiss."
The Monkey: "Yes, Mama and I'll give you kiss too."
KISS KISS
The Monkey wipes his lips and cheek with his arm.
Nina (Mama): "Hey, you wiped my kiss off."
The Monkey says as he gets out bed: "It's O.K. Mama, it already went to my heart."
The Monkey walks out of the room.
Hmmm...sweet love.

Giveaway Nina & Tom's Limited Edition Sweet Love Valentine's Day Shirt

2009-02-02T10:14:00.001-08:00

Happy Valentine's Day!
We're giving away a "Sweet Love" shirt to one lucky winner.
This limited edition shirt has been offered only to our special newsletter customers but you have a chance to win one here.

Comes in the following sizes:
Baby Snap.ee 3-6m or 6-12m
Lap-t 12-18m or 18-24m
Kids T-shirt XS(2-4), S(6-8), M(10-12)

Rules
Giveaway will end Feb. 8, 2009 at Midnight PST.
The winner will be selected by random and emailed.
Just tell us the following:
1. What or Who is your Sweet Love?
2. Size you would like your prize to be.
3. If you would like to join our newsletter.

Thinking about Valentine's Day and Sweet Love

2009-01-29T16:26:00.000-08:00

Valentine's Day has been on the mind this week. It's The Bubby's 18th Birthday on that day and we've been getting requests for a Valentine's Day shirt.
I've had a couple minutes to cruise the web and came across some cool projects.

Knitted Olive (Read My Silent Lips "Olive Juice")

Heart (for Tom's Surgical/Anatomy knowledge)

Message Heart Cookies (I've never liked the candy, it tastes like chalk but these look good)

PAR-TAY!

2009-01-22T09:56:00.000-08:00

First News Footage
Second News Footage

We had such a great day on Tuesday (we needed yesterday to recover)!
Thank you to everyone who came down and to all the volunteers who helped make Obama's Presidency a reality.
Enjoy the photos and news footage from the day!

1 Day and Counting

2009-01-19T10:04:00.001-08:00

2 Days and Counting

2009-01-18T10:34:00.001-08:00

Hey Everyone!
We're having a Obama Rama Party with MoveOn.org on Tuesday Jan. 20th at 4:00pm.
Come and Celebrate a New Beginning with Us in the Heart of Downtown Davis.
We'll have Barak's favorite food (Chili and Pie), drinks (non-alcoholic) and smiles.
Please RSVP through MoveOn.org for this event so we have an idea of how many people are coming.
Yay for Obama and Pie!

3 Days and Counting

2009-01-17T08:44:00.001-08:00

4 Days and Counting

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5 Days and Counting

2009-01-15T09:26:00.001-08:00

6 Days and Counting

2009-01-14T09:31:00.001-08:00

7 Days and Counting

2009-01-13T14:03:00.000-08:00

Flashback Monday Part 35

2009-01-12T08:13:00.000-08:00

Wall of Voodoo Mexican Radio

Buggles Video Killed the Radio Star

Real Life Send Me an Angel

Yes We Can Giveaway

2009-01-08T09:18:00.001-08:00

We are giving away 3 shirts (one shirt to one winner).
Get ready for a world of change.
This shirt is positive and strong.
"There are no red states, there are no blue states, only the United States of America."
Hence, the purple text.

A white t-shirt made from 100% US Grown and Sewn Organic Cotton and then hand printed by us, nina and tom, in Davis, CA.

Comes in the following sizes:
Baby Lap-t 3-6m, 6-12m, 12-18m or 18-24m
Kids T-shirt XS(2-4), S(6-8), M(10-12) and L(14-16)
Woman's Cut S, M, L, XL,XXL
Adult Standard Cut S, M, L, XL

Rules
Giveaway will end January 20, 2009 PST.
Winners will be selected by random and emailed.
Just tell us the following:
1. What's the biggest change you would like to begin to see in 2009?
2. Size you would like your prize to be.
3. If you would like to join our newsletter.

Or if you can't wait to see who wins, you can purchase them at our Etsy store, Artfire store, use PayPal, or email us info@ninaandtomfamilyfashion.com. The cost is $20.00 each + $5.50 shipping.

Maria Shriver Loves Nina and Tom

2008-12-29T15:56:00.000-08:00

What a great way to end the year. We just received this letter from California's First Lady, Maria Shriver, in the mail.

It reads:

Dear Nina and Tom,
Thank you for taking the time to send me one of your designer t-shirts [This Mama is for Obama] and I so appreciate your thoughtful gesture.

I applaud your passion to make environmentally-friendly clothes and items. Not only are your products organic, they are trendy which I'm sure keeps them in high demand.

Again, thank you and I wish you every future success!

Best,
[signature] Maria Shriver

So Cool!

"Everything Is Amazing and Nobody's Happy"

2008-12-20T17:23:00.000-08:00

It's funny because it's true.

From Our Wacky Family to Yours

2008-12-19T16:31:00.001-08:00

We wish you a merrymaking holiday season!

Thank you for the opportunity

of bringing smiles to your family

and friends with our shirts.

xoxo
Tom, Nina, The Bubby and The Monkey

Share the Joy

2008-12-11T08:50:00.000-08:00

Tonight

nina and tom along with other
Downtown Davis Businesses
will be Sharing the Joy of the Holidays and will remain open until 9 pm.

Visit and experience your festive downtown community.

There will be carolers, crafts, holiday goodies, special sales and Nina's famous fudge. :)

Today only, nina and tom are offering 20% off everything in the store and on line (+free shipping).

Come by and say, "Hello and Happy Holidays!" and get some yummy cookies and fudge.

We wish you a joyous holiday season.
xoxo-n&t

I Believe in Father Christmas

2008-12-08T16:54:00.000-08:00

A new classic.

Indie Sacrameto

2008-12-06T17:05:00.000-08:00

We were able to check out Indie Sacramento today.
It was great to see some fresh hand made goods and put faces to some Etsy shops.
This is what we liked:

Goody Goody
Roxycraft
Little Brown Box
Inki
Queen Puff Puff
Lauren Smash Toys
Anderson Soap Company

And the free parking and coffee

Happy Thanksgiving!

2008-11-26T10:39:00.000-08:00

Flashback Monday Part 34

2008-11-24T15:18:00.000-08:00

Bananarama Venus

English Beat Save It for Later

Talking Heads Psycho Killer

Amen!

2008-11-20T15:17:00.000-08:00

We couldn't have said it better ourselves.

Flashback Monday Part 33 A Little Bit of the 90's

2008-11-17T08:56:00.000-08:00

Massive Attack Unfinished Sympathy

The Verve Bittersweet Symphony

Oasis Wonderwall

Happy Obama Day Everyone!

2008-11-05T10:31:00.000-08:00

We are so proud!

Vote No on Prop 8 California

2008-11-03T14:34:00.000-08:00

EQUAL RIGHTS FOR ALL!

To quote our friend Elsa,
"Homosexual men were never a threat to my marriage, it was always heterosexual women."

Keeping Our Chin Up For Nov.4

2008-11-01T13:05:00.000-07:00

Palin As President.
Wink!

"This Mama [(Gayle King (Oprah's BFF)] Supports Obama"

2008-10-27T11:31:00.000-07:00

We just got news that Gayle King (Oprah's BFF) mentioned our shirt This Mama is for Obama on her Oprah and Friends XM Radio Show. Koren Motekaitis gave her and Oprah the shirts at the O You Conference in San Francisco this past Saturday.
Very exciting and flattering.
As soon as the podcast comes out we'll post it.

Flashback Monday Part 32

2008-10-27T09:01:00.000-07:00

Elivis Costello (What's So Funny 'Bout) Peace, Love and Understanding

Midnight Oil Blue Sky Mine

John Lennon Give Peace A Chance

A Few Words From Warren E. Buffet

2008-10-23T14:04:00.000-07:00

From The New York Times
October 17, 2008
Op-Ed Contributor
Buy American. I Am.
By WARREN E. BUFFETT

Omaha

THE financial world is a mess, both in the United States and abroad. Its problems, moreover, have been leaking into the general economy, and the leaks are now turning into a gusher. In the near term, unemployment will rise, business activity will falter and headlines will continue to be scary.

So ... I’ve been buying American stocks. This is my personal account I’m talking about, in which I previously owned nothing but United States government bonds. (This description leaves aside my Berkshire Hathaway holdings, which are all committed to philanthropy.) If prices keep looking attractive, my non-Berkshire net worth will soon be 100 percent in United States equities.

Why?

A simple rule dictates my buying: Be fearful when others are greedy, and be greedy when others are fearful. And most certainly, fear is now widespread, gripping even seasoned investors. To be sure, investors are right to be wary of highly leveraged entities or businesses in weak competitive positions. But fears regarding the long-term prosperity of the nation’s many sound companies make no sense. These businesses will indeed suffer earnings hiccups, as they always have. But most major companies will be setting new profit records 5, 10 and 20 years from now.

Let me be clear on one point: I can’t predict the short-term movements of the stock market. I haven’t the faintest idea as to whether stocks will be higher or lower a month — or a year — from now. What is likely, however, is that the market will move higher, perhaps substantially so, well before either sentiment or the economy turns up. So if you wait for the robins, spring will be over.

A little history here: During the Depression, the Dow hit its low, 41, on July 8, 1932. Economic conditions, though, kept deteriorating until Franklin D. Roosevelt took office in March 1933. By that time, the market had already advanced 30 percent. Or think back to the early days of World War II, when things were going badly for the United States in Europe and the Pacific. The market hit bottom in April 1942, well before Allied fortunes turned. Again, in the early 1980s, the time to buy stocks was when inflation raged and the economy was in the tank. In short, bad news is an investor’s best friend. It lets you buy a slice of America’s future at a marked-down price.

Over the long term, the stock market news will be good. In the 20th century, the United States endured two world wars and other traumatic and expensive military conflicts; the Depression; a dozen or so recessions and financial panics; oil shocks; a flu epidemic; and the resignation of a disgraced president. Yet the Dow rose from 66 to 11,497.

You might think it would have been impossible for an investor to lose money during a century marked by such an extraordinary gain. But some investors did. The hapless ones bought stocks only when they felt comfort in doing so and then proceeded to sell when the headlines made them queasy.

Today people who hold cash equivalents feel comfortable. They shouldn’t. They have opted for a terrible long-term asset, one that pays virtually nothing and is certain to depreciate in value. Indeed, the policies that government will follow in its efforts to alleviate the current crisis will probably prove inflationary and therefore accelerate declines in the real value of cash accounts.

Equities will almost certainly outperform cash over the next decade, probably by a substantial degree. Those investors who cling now to cash are betting they can efficiently time their move away from it later. In waiting for the comfort of good news, they are ignoring Wayne Gretzky’s advice: “I skate to where the puck is going to be, not to where it has been.”

I don’t like to opine on the stock market, and again I emphasize that I have no idea what the market will do in the short term. Nevertheless, I’ll follow the lead of a restaurant that opened in an empty bank building and then advertised: “Put your mouth where your money was.” Today my money and my mouth both say equities.

Warren E. Buffett is the chief executive of Berkshire Hathaway, a diversified holding company.

Or...
If you can't buy American stocks, buy American goods, made here. -n&t

Another Obama Mamma

2008-10-18T15:25:00.000-07:00

Even Hillary Clinton loves her "This Mama is For Obama" shirt.

Hmmm....

2008-10-16T19:25:00.000-07:00

Doesn't John McCain look like Galum from Lord of the Rings?
We wonder if he's been handed the ring?
"Must find the precious."

Left to Our Memory...

2008-10-15T14:30:00.000-07:00

In the busyness of getting ready for our store's Grand Opening party, we completely forgot to bring a camera for pictures. I thought The Bubby brought it. The Bubby didn't think about it. And Tom thought that, of course, I would bring it. Anyways, we don't have any pictures of the party. We're totally bummed because we would have loved to have shared the photos with you all and have them for ourselves. Oh well.
We want to thank everyone who came, showed their continued support and ate the mass amount of food (we're so glad there were no left overs).
We are so happy people had a good time, weathered the wind and heard Cam play his bagpipes.
Thanks for a rock'n good time everyone!

"I'm an Obama Mama"

2008-10-10T12:03:00.000-07:00

Here is a clip from The Daily Show, where Michelle Obama says, "She's an Obama Mama."

You can show that you're an "Obama Mama" with our cool shirt.

An Invite...

2008-10-06T08:28:00.000-07:00

Flashback Monday Part 31

2008-09-22T08:57:00.000-07:00

JoBoxers Just Got Lucky

Roman Holiday Don't Try to Stop It

Heaven 17 Let Me Go

A Long Quick Fish'n Trip

2008-09-11T09:49:00.000-07:00

Another spur of the moment 36 hour trip. With the drive being a total of 10 hours.

The Monkey met up with his Uncle Ken to go fishing. He had never gone fish'n before, so this was very exciting. He ended up catching his first fish in the first 15 minutes. But the best part for him was gutting the fish. "Uncle Ken, where's the heart and the guts?" Uncle Ken replied, "I just gut them, ask your dad about the anatomy."

Flashback Monday Part 30

2008-09-01T12:27:00.000-07:00

The Cult She Sells Sanctuary

Moon Unit Zappa Valley Girl
BEWARE THIS ONE REALLY HURTS TO WATCH!

The Power Station Get It On (Bang A Gong)

The New Way to Fold a Nina and Tom Shirt

2008-08-27T20:44:00.000-07:00

Don't Blink!

The First Day of Senior Year

2008-08-27T08:55:00.000-07:00

Tom and The Monkey just dropped The Bubby off to his first day of his senior year of high school. We can't believe how the time has flown.

Next year we start all over with The Monkey and kindergarten.

Flashback Monday Part 29

2008-08-25T15:01:00.000-07:00

Camper Van Beethoven Take The Skinheads Bowling

Adam and The Ants Stand and Deliver

The English Beat Mirror in the Bathroom

August 25th Last Day for 20% off Sale

2008-08-24T20:22:00.000-07:00

Monday, August 25
is the last day of our
20% off Back to School Sale
+Free Shipping on Orders
$60.00 or more

It's your last chance to get
super cute goodies at great prices.

Remember, they are only this age once.

Online Orders Only Excludes Snap.ee-A-Month or Any Other Special Offer/Coupon Codes

Homemade Airplane Peanut Butter

2008-08-20T15:55:00.000-07:00

When The Bubby came back from his trip to San Diego, The Monkey asked if he could have his oven roasted peanuts from the plane. The Monkey was so excited because this meant he could make peanut butter. Hence, the photos of The Monkey making his own peanut butter from airplane peanuts. The safety goggles where his idea too, he didn't want any pieces to fly into his eyes. Yeah, we can't have that happen. "I gotta be safe Mom."

Through The Eyes of a Monkey

2008-08-17T19:42:00.000-07:00

Flashback Monday Part 28

2008-08-11T08:12:00.000-07:00

Simply Red Holding Back the Years

Swing Out Sister Breakout

Sade Smooth Operator

Happy 08-08-08

2008-08-08T13:01:00.000-07:00

We don't know what it means but Happy August 8, 2008!

Flashback Monday Part 27

2008-08-04T10:30:00.000-07:00

Stevie Wonder Superstition

ABBA S.O.S

Fleetwood Mac Landslide

Busy Busy Buzz Buzz

2008-08-03T19:32:00.000-07:00

We've been super busy with summer, the store and working on finding a new normal.
Tom and I are just so thankful there is caffeine.
Oh, thank you mighty coffee gods.

Flashback Monday Part 26

2008-07-28T09:33:00.000-07:00

Romeo Void Never Say Never

The Waitressed I Know What Boys Like

The Cars Shake It Up

A Quick Camping Trip

2008-07-28T09:20:00.000-07:00

Yes, this is a little late but better late than never.
We made a quick camping trip last weekend for about 24 hours. We hadn't camped in very long time, so we thought we'd try it.
It was pretty nice. The Monkey learned Smores 101 and The Tommy G. smores modification (a Reese's Peanut Butter Cup instead of plain chocolate). Our site was right along the creak and that's where The Monkey spent most of his time. The Bubby read a lot and enjoyed the fire and smores too.
For us, it just felt good to get away and be outside.

Obama Giveaway Winners

2008-07-26T15:25:00.000-07:00

Congratulations to the our winners!

Greywolf73

3boyzmom

And thank you to everyone who entered. It was so great to read about change.

Remember, "Yes we can."

Flashback Monday Part 25

2008-07-21T16:28:00.000-07:00

The Go-Go's Vacation

The Sparks with Jane Wiedlin Cool Places

The Boomtown Rats I Don't Like Mondays

Obama Giveaway

2008-07-16T16:39:00.000-07:00

We're giving away 1 "Got Barack?" and 1 "This Mama is for Obama shirt" Both designed and printed by us on US grown and sewn organic cotton t-shirts.
Just give us the following:

1. What's the first change would you like to see happen when http://www.blogger.com/img/gl.link.gifObama becomes President?

2. Name and Email address

3. Would you like our newsletter, if you do not already receive it?

Deadline to enter is July 25th 2008 7:00pm PST

If you can't wait to see if you won, you can purchase them here and here.

OPEN

2008-07-15T19:37:00.000-07:00

We did it.
We opened our doors this last Friday and made it through our first weekend.
Yea! We're very tired.

Thank you to all our friends who came by with their love, support and good juju.
xoxo-n&t

Flashback Monday Part 24

2008-07-14T16:06:00.000-07:00

King Love and Pride

Jane's Addiction Been Caught Stealing

The Motels Suddenly Last Summer

Getting There...

2008-07-10T07:36:00.000-07:00

We'll be bringing in the desk and shipping supplies today, along with getting ready for the big weekend sale.

Thanks to Christine and The Bubbies for letting The Monkey hang out with you guys. You Rock!

Flashback Monday Part 23

2008-07-08T06:21:00.000-07:00

Ooops, it's Flashback Tuesday! Better late than never.

World Party Ship of Fools

The Church Under The Milkyway

The Alarm Rain in the Summertime

Moving Forward...

2008-07-06T18:23:00.001-07:00

with the store front.
Some of the fixtures are up and we will be getting more throughout the week (shelves, racks, tables, lights, etc.). If you're local, stop by and peek in. We'd love to hear feed back. We are there most of the day (and night).

The opening will be Friday July 11, with about 80% of the store being complete. We're shooting for that date because Downtown Davis has their huge Sidewalk Sale that weekend and we want to get rid of a lot of old stuff.

The Grand Opening will be sometime in August. We will keep you posted.

Store Photos

2008-07-04T19:49:00.000-07:00

We are just about finished with the floor. It took about a day and half longer than we thought.
We used a light colored bamboo. It's really pretty.
Mental note: Next time hire someone to put in the floors.
(Sorry about the couple of washed out photos, we'll have better ones, promise)
Next, the fixtures.

Green Paint

2008-07-01T11:04:00.000-07:00

The painting of the store is finished. We used Yolo paints, which are Zero VOC, have low odor and are mold resistant. The walls are a clean white with a small area of the ceiling being our "green".
We will be putting in the bamboo floors in very soon.
We'll post photos shortly.