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Someone Pretending to Be Me
Posted by on February 23, 2013
Dear Friends, I have heard within the last hour that someone is contacting people I know and claiming to be "Teresa Klein." Should someone claiming to be me contact you using an e-mail address, phone number, or other piece of contact information you do not recognize as mine, please be wary. If there is any question as to whether a communication that appears to be from me is genuine, please error on… (read more)
On Leaving T-Mobile and Starting the Next Chapter
Posted by on November 5, 2012
Two weeks ago, I did something foolish. I handed my resignation to my amazing boss at my great, steady job of four and a half years. Without another job lined up. In this economy. Why did I do this? Two words: Steve Jobs.  In his 2005 commencement address at Stanford, Jobs said:  For the past 33 years, I have looked in the mirror every morning and asked myself: ‘If today were the last day of my… (read more)
Summer Camp for the Soul: Reflections of a Virgin Burner
Posted by on September 5, 2012
Speed Levich's love letter to Black Rock City spells out the answer to the question of "what is Burning Man?" better than I ever could:  A prototype metropolis that runs on an innovative economy -- a gift economy. My stab at a definition goes something like this - just watch what happens when you mingle 40,000 of the world's most generous, creative and capable people, remove connectivity to the outside… (read more)
New Record Out June 12: Read the press release here...
Posted by on May 23, 2012
POWERHOUSE SINGER/SONGWRITER TAE PHOENIX  RELEASES NEW RECORD, RISE, ON JUNE 12 23 May 2012…Seattle-based singer/songwriter Tae Phoenix will release her new eight-track record, RISE, on June  12.  The revelatory collection introduces Tae as both a profound and fearless songwriter as well as a vocalist of stunning prowess. With a three-octave range, she punctuates her classical voice training… (read more)
A Big Announcement: My Residency at EVO
Posted by on May 1, 2012
A few months ago, I was out doing karaoke when I met eminent Seattle restauranteur Todd Nordahl. We bonded over our shared penchant for Barbra Streisand ballads, and the next thing I knew, I had a standing Friday-night gig - a "residency" in industry parlence - at EVO, his hot new restaurant and cabaret opening this week on Capitol Hill.  Your first chance to see me play will be this Friday night… (read more)
Why Music? Why Now?
Posted by on April 16, 2012
Music is and always has been therapy for me. Some people journal, some paint, I write songs. And I firmly believe that art therapy is a reality for everyone - since everyone is an artist. Now, at the risk of sounding like a total tool, I'll say that I actually have the musical talent to turn the byproduct my art therapy into a successful commercial product. But for me these days the potential… (read more)
Free Single! New Shows in Seattle and at SXSW!
Posted by on March 3, 2012
On March 13th, "Does She Know Yet?" will be available on iTunes, Amazon, Spotify, Google Music and everywhere else fine music is sold! Until then, you can download it for free from my Facebook page. All you need to do to get the single is sign up for my mailing list, so I can let you know where I'll be playing. If you happen to be in Seattle this week, or if you're going to SXSW, be sure to come out… (read more)
When it comes to how we memorialize genius, sex and race play a huge role.
Posted by on February 14, 2012
They were both undeniable geniuses who revolutionized their respective fields. They were both known drug users prone to bizarre behavior and an occasionally disheveled public appearance. Each had romantic ups and downs. Neither was considered a model parent. And yet the discussion around their deaths couldn't be more different. So what exactly is the difference between Steve Jobs and Whitney Houston? … (read more)
My Valentine's subverts for #occupyvday 2012!
Posted by on February 10, 2012
This Valentine's Day, I made two Facebook ads.The first one is targeted at 10,276,560 women in the U.S. whose relationship status is set to "single" and who are "interested in" men. It links to Samhita's post on Feministing about some ideas for occupying Valentine's Day. The second one is targeted to everyone in Washington State who are 18 or older: It links to the Equal Rights Washington website and… (read more)
Breaking up with a Narcissist: The dull, chronic pain...of anger, resentment and disgust
Posted by on January 24, 2012
I was really excited after The Current Conscience's Yashar Ali posted this on his Facebook page last week:  Do you ever find yourself wondering why you can't get a stupid guy out of your mind, sometimes months and months (and years) later when you are focused and determined in every other part of your life? Do you ever wonder how a guy in your life can move on so quickly when you're left still suffering?… (read more)
Becoming Tae Phoenix
Posted by on January 21, 2012
You may have recently noticed that I've changed my handle to "TaePhoenix" across my various social networking presences. So who is this Tae Phoenix character and why has she taken over my online life? Tae is my stage name for my new gig as a singer-songwriter and pianist. This part of my life has been on the back burner the last few years - but I'm bringing it back. I'll still be talking about tech… (read more)
Coolest. Grandmas. Ever. #occupyseattle
Posted by on October 23, 2011
Taken with picplz at Westlake Park in Seattle, WA. Permalink | Leave a comment  » (read more)
Trust @sarakseattle to get "organic fair trade dumpster chocolate" and bring it to #occupyseattle. I say, it's "choccupy Seattle time!"
Posted by on October 22, 2011
Taken with picplz at Westlake Park in Seattle, WA. Permalink | Leave a comment  » (read more)
An Open Letter to @MayorMcGinn on Occupy Seattle #occupyseattle
Posted by on October 18, 2011
Dear Mayor McGinn,You have taken an entirely reasonable position in offering City Hall Plaza to the Seattle occupiers. I can see and respect the thorough, mature, adult reasoning in your argument. But just because it's reasonable doesn't make it right.  I do not take at face value your stated concern that if you let the Occupy Seattle protesters camp at Westlake Park, then you'd have to let the… (read more)
Learning to fly with Tony Motherflippin' Steele! @ectrapeze you're the awesomest! :-)
Posted by on October 10, 2011
Taken with picplz at Emerald City Trapeze in Seattle, WA. Permalink | Leave a comment  » (read more)
Human beings are imperfect. Rape victims are human beings. Therefore... #rapeculture #virginwhore #nameitchangeit
Posted by on August 22, 2011
Today, New York prosecutors dismissed the rape case against former IMF head Dominique Strauss-Kahn saying: “The nature and number of the complainant’s falsehoods leave us unable to credit her version of events beyond a reasonable doubt, whatever the truth may be about the encounter between the complainant and the defendant...If we do not believe her beyond a reasonable doubt, we cannot ask a… (read more)
Anyone can subvertise. Have you tried it? Help me figure out how to teach others.
Posted by on July 22, 2011
I've been absolutely blown away by the response since the team at Ignite Seattle posted the video of my talk on subverting targeted online advertising. People have been incredibly kind and gracious, and I'm grateful to my dear friend Baratunde Thurston and the community team at Feministing for posting the video so far and wide. The one thing I wish I'd done better in my talk is to discuss just how… (read more)
The ucky, icky targeted ads
Posted by on July 20, 2011
These are the kinds of ads that prompted me to do my Ignite talk in the first place. See the full gallery on Posterous Permalink | Leave a comment  » (read more)
Imagery from my @ignitesea presentation on subvertising - this is one way to not #actlikealady
Posted by on July 20, 2011
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Excuse me, Stewardess! Whose baby is crawling under my seat?
Posted by on July 19, 2011
I'm a big fan of ABC's now-defunct show Supernanny. I think Jo Frost is a hero for holding parents accountable and teaching them how to provide their children with consistency, discipline, and mature, loving attention. Clearly, the parents on my flight to San Francisco Friday afternoon could have used a visit from her.It wasn't too long after I'd taken my seat that it became clear something was amiss… (read more)
Why Birth Control Pills Should be Available Over the Counter
Posted by on July 18, 2011
Every year, about this time, I go through the following ritual: Call pharmacy the day before I'm scheduled to start my new pack of birth control pillsFreak out when I'm told I have no more refillsCall my gynecologist's office in a panic - get forced to make an appointment for an exam before they'll fax the Rx (for just one more month) to the pharmacy Get pills at the last possible secondTake pillSigh… (read more)
Ignite Seattle 14: My Talk on Facebook Subvertising
Posted by on July 16, 2011
This was one of the proudest moments of my 2011 for sure. I had a wonderful time presenting and I'm grateful to the team for inviting me to speak.   Permalink | Leave a comment  » (read more)
Just a mama and her @starbuckbaby.
Posted by on July 12, 2011
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Limping black cat lost in Kirkland, WA (Juanita neighborhood) - if you've seen him call (206)-718-4498
Posted by on June 1, 2011
My sister is missing her black cat. He is declawed in the front and walks with a limp. His name is Mugwai and we really want him home ASAP. Please help us! If you've seen him, leave a comment below or call and let us know where! Permalink | Leave a comment  » (read more)
Untitled
Posted by on May 8, 2011
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Untitled
Posted by on May 8, 2011
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Watch out! You're on Anna cam!
Posted by on May 8, 2011
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