It’s Friday! You know what that means. Time for the musings of our dear friend Jim Williamson. Ever had one of those days where you feel like there’s a constant bouncer looming, and his only duty is to make sure you don’t get in anywhere? That was my Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday of this week. Some days, I think I spend too much time attempting to out run my own sound.
Fortunately, Patti LuPone‘s cabaret show at the Meyerson Symphony Centerprovided a much needed break from work and the challenges presented by this economy. (The 2.5 gin and tonics and plate of pasta also helped.) One of my favorite songs LuPone performed that evening was actually one that I had never heard before. Written by Bill Burnett and Peggy Sarlin, it’s called, “ I Regret Everything.” Per Mr. Burnett (and Google), it’s basically a send-up of Edith Piaf’s “Non, Je Regretet Rien.”
Anyway, back to Patti (I say “Patti” like we are best buds. We are close. We did sit only seven rows back or so.) we are close like seven rows back close), her delivery was hilarious. This may because the lyrics are so the opposite of everything we have been taught. Here is a sample of the lyrics:
“I REGRET EVERYTHING! The one good man that got away. My acting in the high school play. That time at lunch I dropped my tray. My history of tooth decay. The love I gave one reckless night. The pants I bought that were too tight. That time I ran the traffic light. The Chinese food I ate last night Burp…pardon. I REGRET EVERYTHING! Every single thing I’ve done. Every path that I choose. Only leads to more boo boos. I REGRET EVERYTHING! Look my stocking has a run. And I’m plagued by static cling. And my bathtub has a ring. And my bell has no ding ding. I REGRET EVERYTHING!”
But we aren’t here to talk regrets, so let’s chat about JAB Anstoetz fabrics. JAB is one of the world’s largest fabric editors. (They also make some very cool drapery hardware and some oh-so-groovy rugs. But more about that stuff at a later date.) As you can see from the photo, Marrakesh in particular is quite lovely. It is both modern and elegant so you can either play it up (like Patti) or play it down. However you play it—it’s sure to be gorgeous.
This weekend, be dramatic, be shocking. Heck! Be anything but boring. And maybe buy some beautiful fabric or a pretty treasure that will make you happy. All those wonderful showrooms in the Design District will appreciate your business!
