Adventures in Time and Fashion

I recently had a customer come in to work looking for glasses. Not just any glasses though - she was kind of unimpressed by our (quite large) selection, but was a bit shy about asking for what she wanted. Turns out she's a Whovian. Turns out what she was looking for were David Tennant glasses. These glasses:

Yeah, you know you're cool, Ten.

The best part (aside from running into another Whovian, of course)? We were actually able to find some glasses that were pretty darn close. So, for the benefit of other Whovians out there who may want to imitate the Doctor, here are some options for you. Even if your local optical doesn't stock these lines, they're more than likely available somewhere online. (Can't help you get the right measurements though. Good luck there.)

First, we have Playlist by Smith Optics:

Probably the closest match of any I've seen, and if you're not familiar with Smith, you should get to know them - they make excellent frames.

(Oh my gosh, it just occurred to me: SMITH. Like John Smith...oh never mind.)

Next up, from Kate Spade, we have Regine:

Overall, a very similar shape and size, it has softened lines and is not quite so deep in the outer corners for a more feminine look.

Lastly, Jonah from Lilly Pulitzer:

These are a little smaller than the other two frames and the lines are a little more rounded, but it does have the advantage of coming in TARDIS blue...or as close as you're likely to get.

So there you go, fellow Whovians. Go forth and imitate our dear Doctor. ;)

The Cure for What Ails Ye

What with this being cold and flu season, and what with my office having been short-staffed due to illness for the last two weeks (thanks for getting that started, boss) I feel I should share a time-honored remedy guaranteed to make you feeling like yourself again in no time. Be sure to follow each step carefully - nothing should be omitted. Ready? Here it is:

The Cure for What Ails Ye:

1. Procure tea and chocolate

2. Wrap self in down comforter

3. Turn on Doctor Who marathon

Repeat all steps as necessary until feeling sufficiently ready to once more take on the world.

You're welcome.

James Burke - Connections

When I was 12 I was introduced to this amazing series, hosted by James Burke, called "The Day the Universe Changed." It could have been made for me, the way it took things we take for granted today showed how they literally changed the world. This series was followed by another, called "Connections," which took seemingly random things and showed how they were connected, and how they too changed the way we understand the world. It was music to my geeky little heart. Still is, in fact.

So when a friend posted a link to a James Burke YouTube channel with full episodes of both series, I just about jumped out of my seat with joy. Thank you, Minimum Wage Historian. I think I love you for this. For the rest of you, enjoy. :)