Teresa Giudice’s White Asymmetrical Strap Bodysuit

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While Teresa Giudice may have tried to stay “namaste” when it came to the feud between Jennifer Aydin and Dolores Catania’s on last night’s Real Housewives of New Jersey, she’s not making me feel very calm. Why you ask? Because her white asymmetrical strap bodysuit is sold out. And hopefully I’m never in the same room as someone who is wearing it, because I don’t think I’m going to be able to just act normal.

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Rachel Fuda’s Blue and White Printed Top and Skirt Set

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Rachel Fuda’s blue and white floral print top and skirt set—which actually has shorts layered under it as an added bonus—is super cute and affordable. And while I wouldn’t advise eating tooooo much mozzarella in it, I would advise scooping it up for just about every other occasion if you’ve got a super cute, fun, feminine style like Rachel.

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I still have fond memories of listening to David Crosby and the iconic Crosby, Stills, Nash and Young band.

In my early university days, I loved to lie on the floor, put on my headphones, and listen to the album Déjà Vu. The guitar rhythms and intricate melodies would soak into my brain as I drifted in and out of my afternoon nap.

The world of music will miss David Crosby. He passed away on January 18, 2023 at the age of 81. He lived a life full of contradictions, recoveries, collaborations and an unwavering devotion to music.

Second Chances

Crosby was lucky enough to get several second chances at life.

According to Rhys Buchanan, Crosby overcome just about every obstacle in his path from hard drug addiction to serious health scares, including a liver transplant, diabetes and three heart attacks.

An arrest and subsequent imprisonment seem to provide another surprising second chance for him. In 1983, Crosby was convicted of felony possession of cocaine. A .45-caliber semiautomatic handgun was found in his bag. This added to the criminal charges against him. Crosby said he had armed himself after the 1980 shooting death of John Lennon.

“Dallas pretty much saved my life,” said Crosby. Getting busted was a hard way to get out of his drug addiction, but it worked. The criminal conviction turned out to be a bit of good fortune for him.

And he was grateful. In fact, he wrote a thank-you note to District Judge Pat McDowell. In his thank-you note Crosby said, “I wanted you to know that, this time, it worked. I’m getting married. I’m working. I’m testing straight. I’m having a very good time in life. And I thank you.”

Sometimes Being a Curmudgeon Is Just a Lot of Fun

Much has been written about Crosby the curmudgeon. He was well known for being argumentative and even combative. He expressed his opinions freely about politics, music or really about anything he wanted to say.

But sometimes, playing the curmudgeon was just for fun.

During the pandemic, Crosby had taken to social media to critique his fans’ attempts at rolling a joint. On Twitter, Crosby said, “It’s a calling … I was born to do it.”

“It’s a kick in the head, man. I like doing it. It’s sort of a curmudgeon stream, being opinionated about everything – it’s really fun.”

Family and Music Were the Most Important

“I think making music is crucial and it’s keeping me alive. There are two centres to my life: my family and the music. That I can still at this advanced age get a chance to make more music is just a freaking miracle,” said Crosby.

His recent studio album, For Free, offers some of Crosby’s best music to-date. He liked working collaboratively as he created and performed his music. He has worked with some very famous musicians over the years, such as George Harrison and Joni Mitchell.

On this newest album, Crosby was working with his son, James Raymond, along with members of Steely Dan. Crosby called NME and described this new collaboration.

“It’s a very odd relationship on the record – and in life – because James is the adult and I’m the kid. I’m about 12 years old and he’s an adult. We have a lot of fun and we have a wonderful relationship. 

Passionate Until the End

In his later years, Crosby continued to be young at heart, active and passionate about music. The last five of his albums came in the last decade of his life.

In a 2021 interview, Crosby seemed positive and healthy, and still enjoyed an impressive creative drive. His new record demonstrated a seize-the-day mentality. He was not content to rest on the laurels of a rich musical legacy – from The Byrds and Crosby, Stills, Nash & Young and his prolific solo career. Instead, his eyes were fixed on the road ahead.

With his contradictions, collaborations and second chances, he truly led an impressive life. To me, he was a GSD kind of guy, getting things done right until the end.

Editor’s Note: Feature image credit: Wikipedia, taken by Raph_PH – DavidCrosbyCarmel041117-21.

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What are your memories of David Crosby? Do they involve admiration or mixed feelings? Can we learn anything from his seize-the-day mentality?

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Margaret Josephs’ Blue Printed Maxi Dress

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The moment I saw Margaret Josephs’ blue printed maxi dress in the previews for this week’s Real Housewives of New Jersey I was totally obsessed! And after spending quite a bit of time looking, I decided to do it the easy way—reach out and ask. And Margaret, who has always been so kind to Big Blonde Hair (check out the fun interview I did with her awhile back here), was quick to provide the info. Added bonus? I Have a boho dress brand I’d never heard of before and am now totally obsessed with.

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