(Ward, sharing some sound advice, with Wally and Beaver.)
On Father’s Day, I say,
“Love ya, babe! I hit the jackpot to be traveling down this insane highway (sometimes the wrong way) called parenthood with you. You are the ying to my yang. Thankfully, the boys don’t know that we are just wingin’ it 99% of the time! But, mostly, thank you for being the one I can laugh with at the end of the day when they are finally in bed.”
(My Ward, quite awhile ago. oh, how I love these boys.)
Most days I feel like I am the luckiest girl in the world. I bet you feel the same way!
The rights have been purchased and a new animated series may be in the works. Oh, baby! Got cash in on that cow just one more time. What was on your Christmas list in 1983? If it was a CPKid, your mom and dad were fighting and kicking other crazy parental types in line for the coveted “must have” gift of the season. Never had one, which doesn’t mean I didn’t ask for one. The thing I remember the most about the CPKid is the smell. Do you remember it? Baby Powder? Not certain, but it was unmistakable FOR SURE. That is how you knew you had a real one! (That, along with the signature on the ass and the adoption certificate.)
Can you imagine what parents would have paid for a Cabbage Patch Kid if eBaby, I mean eBay, was around?
The actress’s first ad for the company’s “Core Values” campaign was released today, featuring the star afloat on a boat in Cambodia’s Siem Reap province. Wearing her own clothes, no makeup and her own years-old monogrammed Alto bag, Jolie looks at peace in her photograph.
Agreed. She does, in fact, look at peace. Angelina is strikingly beautiful. However, no make up? Uh…… don’t think so.
I am a woman who drops her kids at school, hits the gym, picks up the dry cleaning, and does the daily grocery shopping- all SANS makeup. Don’t get me wrong, I do own make up and love “putting on my face” (as my mother refers to it.) Luckily, my life doesn’t insist that I be camera ready every time I leave the house. Poor JLo and Eva. I am sure they were not ready for an impromptu photo shoot, but I for one love these shots! Still stunning with that gorgeous, olive skin.
Oh, one more thing. Totally love Terri Hatcher. She takes the pictures herself (just getting out of the shower) and posts them. How brave is she? I delete all the bad pictures of myself and certainly only post the most flattering!
Au naturale. It should not be a bad thing. Let’s embrace it!
U.S. Rep. Anthony Weiner, who has been under fire after admitting to inappropriate communications with women online, has decided to seek treatment “to focus on becoming a better husband and healthier person,” his spokeswoman said Saturday.
For Huma Abedin, I have nothing but compassion. While her husband, Mr. Congressman, faces the onslaught of reporters seeking the latest in his scandalous sexting and canoodling, she must privately endure embarrassment, betrayal, and anger. To add insult to injury, all while in the early stages of her first pregnancy. I am sure her closest girlfriends have rallied around her (and are probably-not too secretly-planning Anthony’s demise).
On a lighter note, this statement brings a smile to my face. He is entering treatment to become a better husband? Where is this facility and how much do they charge? Maybe the doctors offer weekend stays for men that aren’t habitual liars, but just need to brush up on their husbandry skills. The staff should also consider a boot camp for men who are newly engaged. A week long stay to teach them everything they will need to be a great husband. How great would this be? “Oh honey, the ring is amazing and your proposal was SO romantic. I have heard of this GREAT place!”
I so desperately want summer to arrive! If you live in the Northwest, you know what I’m talkin’ about. We are all hoping that warm weather will come to stay (not just visit). What is better than ice cream in the evening after a long summer’s day?
Check out this kitchen wonder! Yonanas! Clever name and super healthy alternative to ice cream. You simply freeze bananas and then run them through the counter top appliance. PRESTO! Frozen banana “ice cream” without the cream or sugar. You can also add other fruit to the banana base to WOW up the flavor. There is even a recipe for Peanut Butter and Jelly. I bet that would be a crowd pleaser! For the adult crowd, why not soak the banana in dark rum before freezing? Too fun, right?
Anyone have a Yonanas? I am dying to know if it is worth the splurge. (A splurge in dollars, not calories.) Gotta have one? http://www.yonanas.com/
Is there one word that describes you? I know there are many, many words that describe each of us, but is there ONE that stands out among all the others? I thought of this yesterday as I was shopping for a swimming suit.
Now, that in itself is pure torture and is worthy of its very own blog entry. Nevertheless, I am in need of a new suit. I was trying to find one that a.) covers what needs to be covered after having 2 children b.) flatters the parts I want to show off c.) is comfortable and supportive and d.) is appropriate to wear to our community swim club. Sorry to say, that is a lot to ask of one suit. I was considering trying on a certain suit, but the sales woman stopped me in my tracks. “You are too sassy for that.” Huh?
I did not know this woman. Never met her. We had never had coffee together or shared a night on the town. Yet, she wouldn’t let me consider a suit because it wasn’t sassy enough. I didn’t think much of it at the time and moved along. However, later, when I began thinking back on it-I smiled. I love that she called me sassy. If I had to pick one word to describe myself, that would be it. It isn’t always a good thing to be sassy and I think that is why I love it so much. Life is too short not to be EXACTLY who you are in every way! It took me quite awhile to figure this one out, but now I try to live into it. That is certainly what I want for my young children. I try to love them for exactly who they are- not who I thought they might be. (That task is easier on some days than others.)
Out of all the words to describe you…which would you choose? What is THE one word that describes you better than all the rest?
Dry Soda. Discovered this amazing soda recently and it is oh-so good! The flavors are fresh, fun and unique. Cucumber, Vanilla Bean, Juniper Berry, Lavender, Lemon Grass, Blood Orange, and Rhubarb. Personally, my favorites are Blood Orange and Vanilla bean. I love it over ice as I am getting dinner on the table. They have a SUPERB website that offers pairing recipes and cocktail recipes. The pairings range from Chocolate Tacos with the Lavender soda to Dungeness Crab Salad with Rhubarb soda.
How about an Orange County for your next cocktail hour?
Orange County 1 1/4 oz. Mandarin Vodka 3/4 oz. Grand Marnier 3 oz. Blood Orange DRY Soda Serve: Martini Glass Garnish: Orange Wheel
Half fill a cocktail shaker with ice
Add mandarin vodka, Grand Marnier and shake
Strain into a chilled martini glass and top with Blood Orange DRY Soda
Try one of the many flavors (or a cocktail) and let me know what you think! Want more ideas? Visit their website ~ Dry Soda Company (PS. They are Seattle based company. Love that, too!)
Let’s be honest! I think walking a red carpet in a gorgeous Alexander McQueen gown would be A-mazing! Hair, make up, accessories (borrowed from Neil Lane), and a dress that is JUST perfect for me.
However, I live in reality (and mostly in my gym clothes). I am far removed from any Hollywood premiere, BUT anticipation does build in my home for the release of an epic blockbuster. The characters faced many deep, rooted personal shortcomings in the first film. We all fell in love with their honesty, humor, and determination! Who doesn’t love when Lightning McQueen finally figures out that friends are more important that winning the Piston Cup? There may not be a red carpet…..but we shall be there opening night! (Well, maybe the opening day matinee!?!)
This is BIG people. Where will you be on June 24th?
Brilliant! Calling all those with an “e” reader device… you can borrow electronic books from your library. Who knew?
I have recently entered the ebook world, via our iPad 2. Our local library system loans you up to 20 titles for 21 days each! Ask at your library for details and if this service is available, but I am almost certain it will be for you too! There is a wait list for many of the “hot” titles, but you simply get an email when it is ready for you to download. It could not be easier! What great summer titles will you download?
For those of you using the King County Library System, there are easy to follow directions (for various electronic readers) on the KCLS web page. http://www.kcls.org/downloads/
I am in Love (with a capital L) with The Girl With the Dragon Tattoo and the two books that followed. Although it took me 2 tries and a good 150 pages to truly get into the first book, I am certifiably head-over-heels for Lisbeth Salander. Ok, yes, she is a bit nuts. Unorthodox, true. Totally bad ass, hell ya! I am empathic to her character, although I am sure not every reader feels the same. (I feel like a tiny sliver of Lisbeth resides somewhere deep inside me.)
Hollywood is in the final stages of making the first installment of this book trilogy. On Tuesday, a trailer was circulating for the upcoming movie, but was quickly pulled by Sony Pictures. Oh, how I want it to be GOOD! My hopes are high after seeing the total and complete transformation of Rooney Mara, the actress cast to play Lisbeth. Check at the Before and After shots of this makeover gone horribly “right”!
Before
After
The movie isn’t set to release until December 21, 2011. The hype is building. Can it live up?
