TOMS
Alright, I left my grandparents a message on their voice mail. The news is this: in just over a week I am returning to LA to work for my favorite benevolent shoe company (TOMS) full time! In pure TOMS fashion, all of this has transpired in a short amount of time, and I am still somewhat shocked that I’m looking at owning a car, renting a place in LA and leaving (again) the definition of all things lovely, the pacific northwest.
Now for all of you worrying about my ecological footprint, fear not, my bike is coming with me and will be utilized as often as is possible. My job, however, requires that I own a vehicle. My scooter dreams will be, once again, shelved until the next chapter.
As a company, there are some really exciting times ahead! And I heard that summer in LA is pretty fantastic… I foresee camping, hiking, beaching, swimming, and lots and lots of cycling.
I hope you enjoyed the lemonade! Please, don’t drink the fish.

February 8, 2008 at 7:26 am
may i come and visit some day in the distance future to see what a talented person such as yourself does working for a shoe company? i am excited for you ms. lalbe.
February 8, 2008 at 7:34 am
Leah! I’m super excited for you! That’s so great! -H
February 8, 2008 at 2:39 pm
LA? Yeah that would certainly not fit into my definition of lovely… :P My brother moved to Hollywood last fall and he hates it… but alas, Alexis and I hated Portland, but we’re happy it is still the Northwest… it’s still very nice, compared to those other areas of the country. Godspeed (I’m going to have to look up the history of that little saying someday)
February 9, 2008 at 2:30 pm
this news makes my day. i am THRILLED for you, dear leah.