A Hollywood Halloween

October 31, 2011
Once again, Teddy dressed as a glamour gal. This year she is Frances Stevens, played by Grace Kelly, from the 1955 Hitchcock classic To Catch a Thief (no eyelashes this year, thank goodness).

Nibs dressed up as Johnny Depp. "Nibs, that's cheating," said Teddy. "You can't just tie on a photograph of someone. You have to wear that person's clothes, props, attitude!"

"Whatever, Teddy," said Nibs. "You're just jealous because my costume is genius in its simplicity!"

"Well, I will admit that you look pretty darn cute Nibs!" said Teddy.

"Before Nibs could let the compliment sink in, Teddy was already off to the candy bowl. That Teddy! A one track mind...

Sandwitched

October 28, 2011
With her appetite fully worked up, Teddy stopped by Sandwitched, which reminded her of that magical 60s TV show "Bewitched" about the dazzling Samantha Stevens and her boring husband Darren. Teddy is a wee bit like Samantha, don't you think?

There was so much to choose from! Teddy knew Nibs would enjoy the ham and cheese panini sandwich so she ordered one for him to go.

Can't forget a little Snapple to keep the fur thick! (At least that's what Teddy thinks Snapple does.)

What did you have for dinner tonight?

A Banana For Nibs

October 27, 2011
With Nibs in mind, Teddy dropped by Banana Republic.

He could use some new shirts and jackets, though most of the time he likes to wear nothing but his bow tie!

Teddy chose the blazer on the far left. The color will bring out Nibs' eyes! Of course, it needs to be drastically altered, but that should take only a few weeks!

It's never too early to start Christmas shopping....right?

Teddy's Secret

October 26, 2011
Never before has Teddy shopped at a Victoria's Secret. There really isn't much need to as bears don't require lingerie--they have fur to cover their bodies!

But there were other things to purchase in the store besides lacy stuff--the perfume looked quite appealing.

It was pink, all pink! And smelled like bubble gum.

One of the newer fragrances, Bombshell Seduction, had a dandy fan theme.

How could Teddy leave without a bottle of Bombshell Seduction? The name sells itself! This will be Teddy's Secret, shhhh, her secret potion that is. Nibs will be caught under her spell.

Paws Crossed!

October 25, 2011
During a stroll through the Westside Pavilion, Teddy noticed a sweepstakes.

Teddy hasn't been to Las Vegas in over a year. Time to go back!

The ole fuzzball filled out a form adding all her pertinent information.

After making a little wish, Teddy dropped her ballot into the box filled with dice. Paws Crossed!

Halloween Inspiration?

October 24, 2011
To get some inspiration for Halloween, Teddy visited the Westside Pavilion over the weekend and happily sauntered into Nordstrom.

So many shops, so many choices. How is a bear to decide?

After an hour, Teddy had to rest her paws on one of those benches they install for the elderly.

Teddy had to admit: she's not as spry as she used to be, especially after that clash with her mom Beatrice. (She's still in town, by the way, and Teddy is a little afraid she could run into her at the mall.)

In Honor Of...

October 21, 2011
In honor of the new peace Teddy has found with her mother Beatrice, Teddy planted (and when I say "planted" I mean stuck in a pot) a Rosemary bush. She wanted to plant an olive tree, but she couldn't lift the damn thing out of Home Depot and these days those workers there will not help anyone, not even a cute little bear.

Not only is the Rosemary bush lighter, it also has a lovely fragrance, and its needles can be used in several dishes, like Rosemary Chicken and Rosemary scones. The possibilities are endless (even though Teddy doesn't cook at all, it's still nice to dream about).

Look at that pretty pinch of Rosemary in Teddy's paw. Teddy tried to eat it, but she had to spit it out--the raw needles gave her a tummy ache.