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1985

Posted on April 26, 2016 by whimsygizmo

… An astonishing number of girls in the sophomore class of Pahrump Valley High were Prince for Halloween. Slicked-over hair, ruffled shirts, raspberry berets, purple reigning everywhere. Inflatable guitars. I was Madonna, Desperately Seeking (Something), in lace gloves, miniskirt, teased … Continue reading →

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When Prince Dyed Everything Purple Rain

Posted on April 24, 2016 by whimsygizmo

… , she found some 80’s Girl (legwarmered, miniskirted, Aqua-netted) part of herself she’d put high on a cassette tape shelf. Watch out, she’s got the look, and she’s ’bout to get away in her little red corvette to the … Continue reading →