There are few pastimes in this world that make me happier than reading scary books or watching scary movies. One of those few happens to be strolling through Ikea. I know it’s probably indicative of some sort of psychosis, but I find Ikea very soothing. The second time I moved to Beijing I lived pretty close to one of…
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It’s a commonly understood fact that Star Wars is more than just a series of films. It’s a rallying point, a fandom community of galactic proportions, and therefore, a big market for merchandise. As I was buying a Han Solo dress this morning (and wondering if it would be considered office-appropriate business casual attire), I started…
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I’m not much for motivational posters. Probably because every time I see a cheesy quote about rolling with the punches I can’t help but picture that terrified kitten on a branch. But when that motivation is coming from the mouth of Yoda, well, you’ve got my attention. Couple that with stellar typography and I’m your…
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