Matt Whitmire! You're Famous!

Hello friends! So sorry for my long hiatus, but more sorry for the amount of time that it has taken me to highlight this fabulous fellow (obviously wearing flannel): MATT WHITMIRE! Here it is Matt. Your big debut.

For those of you who do not know Matt, there are numerous reasons why he is going to be famous. So get autographs while you can. Below I shall list a few.

1. He is attending UT Austin next fall to pursue a PhD in neuroscience. 'Nough said, but I shall continue.
2. He can model like it's no one's business in flannel, spontaneously, in the dining hall.
3. He can sing, he can dance, he can act. Yes, he's a triple threat.
4. I think he's the closest that you can get to a professional contra dancer, and he literally sweeps people off their feet.
5. If you check Facebook, you can still see his high school schedules under the notes sections from the years '09-'10 and '10-'11. Don't know why this would make him famous, but hey, it's funny!
6. You can look at some of his super cool research stuff: here
7. His eyes. That is all.
8. Call his best friend Suzy for more information. She knows all.

Matt is graduating in 4 days (so he's a champ! And I'm granting this post as a grad present and a procrastination tactic). Wherever he goes he brings joy, laughter, smiles, and cheer. This kid is funny. I feel like I'm marketing him, so I shall continue since I'm on a roll. He enjoys Disney movie marathons with his friends, especially the cheesy ones that like no one has ever heard of that play on Disney channel. Those are the best. And he wants a cool tattoo of some chemical chemical structure (Dopamine? I don't know).

So I shall end with some insightful words from Matt himself, "Smelly cat, smelly cat, what are they feeding you? Smelly cat, smeely cat, it's not your fault." (December 24, 2010)

Featuring: Megan Kirkpatrick!

Hello world! 
Welcome to the new blog: Friends in Flannel! Where the title tells you exactly what you shall find, my friends sporting flannel. In this society of lumbersexuals, a Humans of New York obsession, and one so attracted to alliterative appeal (see what I did there?), I figured, why not get in on the hype? Here's my little attempt at combing all three. Should go viral, right?

So today, here's the introduction and the inspiration. THE Megan Kirkpatrick.

flannel

[flan-l]  

noun

1.

a soft, slightly napped fabric of wool or wool and another fiber, usedfor trousers, jackets, shirts, etc.

2.

a soft, warm, light fabric of cotton or cotton and another fiber, thicklynapped on one side and used for sleepwear, undergarments, sheets,etc.

Consider that your introduction for all of you folks who are unfamiliar with this fabric and work of art. Then go out and buy some. You're truly missing out. You can do so here. And here. And here (if you're feeling adventurous). Take your pick. You'll look great. Quite fashion forward. 

And, if you're male, you can join the lumbersexual fad that is currently trending and pick up those ladies. Wanna do even better? Throw in a man bun or a "mun." Whatever they are being called these days. Apparently they are attractive, give a sense of intelligence (if you're afraid you are not, then if it is perfectly fine to keep your mouth shut and look stoic. No reason to ruin the illusion), and allow men to experience the true troubles of a bad hair day that we woman face on the reg.

Where did I gain the inspiration for this revolutionary idea?? (No sarcasm intended). My wonderfully gorgeous friend, Megan Kirkpatrick, photographed below. 

Megan has a closetful of flannel and a heart full of love. Every day that I see her, she usually has on a different flannel shirt (quite impressive if I do say so myself) and reminds me how much her mother hates the fact that all she wears is flannel. And while Stacy and Clinton on What Not To Wear may agree, I personally think that you gotta do you. Heck, flannel is comfortable, warm, and did I mention fashionable yet? 

Megan also loves sports, such as soccer, wants to be a physical therapist when she "grows up," and cannot spell. Since it's Valentine's Day, contact me if you would like a date with her, and I will pass it on. But anyway, this is more of an advertisement for the flannel. 

When confused upon how to wear flannel, you may consult my lovely friends for outfit ideas or Pinterest is always an excellent option. You can pair flannel with scarves, boots, layer it, put it over leggings (but please, only if your buttocks is covered), or even wear it as pajamas. The opportunities are endless. 

*If you or anyone you know would like to be considered for the next Friends in Flannel feature please dress in flannel and be in the right place at the right time!* 

Thanks for reading! And happy Valentine's Day!

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