So what is Santa bringing you this year? I’ve made my list…

• iPhone 4 – I wanted to wait for the white one but my iPhone 3G was rendered practically useless by the software upgrades Oh yeah, I also want this case in Baby Pink.

• 2 Hello Kitty Tees:

  

  

• Hello Kitty 2011 Planner
• Black touchscreen-friendly gloves
• bareMinerals Blush in Velvet
• Visit to the Salon – I had my hair dyed dark brown in August. It was fun but I’m ready for a change. I’m still deciding if I want to go darker or back to red. Also, my bushy brows need waxing.
• Wii & Animal Crossing: City Folk
• Boring stuff like a water filter and sink faucet
• Perhaps a couple of HTML5 and CSS3 books
• Pre-order of LittleBigPlanet 2

I suppose that’s more of a general wishlist since Santa won’t be able to afford all of that

Before closing I wanted to thank Hanna for brightening my day last Saturday She photographed some octopus candy that was made for me!

If you look closely you can see BUBS printed above their legs. You can read more about them on her blog ♥

Happy holidays everyone!

She’s really small, only about 1.5 inches (3.81 cm) tall.

(More Photos on Flickr)

I drew the octopus and the adorable Jenny of Timeless Tattoo in Atlanta inked her for me

Not only is Jenny super sweet but also an amazing artist (be sure to take a peek at her work!) While researching tattoo studios in Atlanta I came across her website and knew immediately that she was perfect ♥ She corresponded with me via email prior to my visit and answered all my questions. We are definitely kindred spirits. Her office is full of cute toys, including a Domo-kun, which my husband pointed out to ease my nerves as the procedure began. Even her tattoo machines are Hello Kitty

Surprisingly enough, it wasn’t painful. Uncomfortable, yes, but not painful. I was really scared that I wouldn’t be able to take the pain. A few years ago I had laser hair removal… the pain still haunts me. For laser hair removal to be successful, you must endure 5 sessions. Needless to say, I barely made it though the first; therefore, I still have the pleasure of shaving daily William maintains that my procedure was botched. I did have a scar on my belly for some time where my “happy trail” hair was singed. Perhaps he’s correct…

Do you have a tattoo? If so, what do you have and where do you have it? Does it have a special significance? Feel free to share photos

P.S. — I suppose I’ll honor William’s request and refrain from referring to my tattoo as “my little octopussy,” a line about an octopus tattoo from the James Bond film Octopussy

(The turtles remind me of Connie )

Ragen also mentions many extremely talented artists and illustrators in her blog. I was particularly fond of Bea’s work:

And all that’s just the tip of the iceberg… go see the rest for yourself!

If you’re really interested in playing, send me your mailing address (if you haven’t already). I’ll choose a small toy so that the shipping cost won’t be outrageous. I’m going to limit this first round to 8 people, so drop your name in the hat ASAP! Don’t worry if you’re not chosen… there will be another round

Here are the candidates. Please vote for your favorite!

I’m suddenly obsessed with all the Web 2.0 apps out there… especially Twitter. I started using it after I installed its Facebook app. I soon realized that you could update it through your cell… how fun!

Twitter will be even more fun when I get my iPhone in 2 weeks I know what you’re thinking — it’s so overpriced. Well, I’ve had sucky cell phones all my life… I deserve a good one! I love my iPod and Powerbook, so I trust Apple to provide me with an excellent product.

Someday, I’m going to get one as a pet. Last December, I met a guy at a restaurant who had an awesome octopus tattoo. After I inquired about his tattoo, he told me that he had an octopus as a pet. He special-ordered it from Petco for $150. I don’t remember what size aquarium he kept it in, but I’m thinking it was a 30-gallon. I actually have a vacant 30-gallon aquarium

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Happy 4th of July!

Not technically an octopus, but close enough! I want her for my desk Thanks Sereneonion!

I would never have found this adorable octopus necklace + earrings set! Be sure to check out the rest of the cute jewelry creations at the Spotted Octopus Shop.

On a side note, does anyone have the font VAG Rounded Light/Thin?? I wouldn’t be stealing it, I promise! I have it back in my home town on my old computer, but I need it for a project