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Archive for August, 2009
31 Aug
Ten Songs Guaranteed to Drop-Kick a Case of the “Monday’s”
Billy Jean
Hung Up
I believe in you
Welcome to the Jungle
Slither
Man in the Box
Sway
Mambo Italiano (Rosemary Clooney is awesome and who doesn’t love Sophia Loren pics?)
Special Guest Stars
Bailamos
She Bangs
31 Aug
Bite Marks
Last week, I was speaking to a sibling of a friend who was very worried about money and looking for work. A talented young woman (and a student seriously worried about cash), I offered to pass along her portfolio to industry contacts and business owners who might be interested in hiring her and she told [...]
31 Aug
Your Legacy
Brenda Della Casa
Each day is a chance to make better choices,
to reflect, learn and evolve,
to set aside differences and move past grudges,
to move on from old hurts.
Each moment is a chance to make changes
to stop allowing fear to pull you back into a dark corner,
to accept that uncertainty can only be balanced so much by preparation.
There are [...]
30 Aug
Dumb Mistake, Bright Idea
On Friday evening, while getting ready for a meticulously-planned night on the town, I picked up my favorite red dress from the dry cleaners and headed home. Two glasses of champagne later, there was mascara on it and being the brilliant and patient young woman I am, I decided it would be wise not only to try and [...]
30 Aug
Ever Considered…
Getting a year-long membership pass to your local museum?
Donating your old clothes to a halfway house or domestic violence shelter?
Giving your old books to a local library?
Volunteering a few hours a month to help make your community a little stronger/nicer?
Taking up a painting, language, dance, philosophy, science or math class?
Making an elaborate meal that would [...]
30 Aug
A Favorite
Khalil Gibran is (in my opinion) one of the most amazing and talented writers who have ever lived. I wanted to share one of his lesser-known works with you. This poem makes me think of our present society. What do you think of it?
The Dying Man and The Vulture
Wait, wait yet awhile, my eager friend.
I [...]
28 Aug
Enjoying The Ride
While taking a drive yesterday afternoon, My friend and colleague, Hannah Shapiro, noticed she had a little companion. She stopped and took this adorable photo. It was too cute not to share with all of you
28 Aug
10 Things To Do This Weekend
Go and see Inglorius Bastards, Julie & Julia or some other featured presentation.
Meet someone for a crisp cocktail and then go and hit up a new restaurant. For a totally retro/fun eve, go dancing afterwards.
Check out the “Time Out” magazine for your city or check Citysearch for local events and check one out. There’s a [...]
28 Aug
Heartbreaking
Growing up in Northern California, I remember the kidnappings of both Jaycee Dugard and Polly Klass. There was something so haunting about seeing the faces of missing little girls, both close to my own age, staring back at me from flyers that had been posted by volunteers on telephone poles and in shop windows. Unfortunately, Polly’s life ended all [...]
27 Aug
Sad
Isn’t it a shame how quickly some forget the pains they once felt at the hands of another,
the humiliation of feeling like an outcast,
the sting they once felt when their dignity had been ripped away from them?
The moment they are “included” they jump to attack, to condemn, to humiliate and frustrate…
all for a laugh,
an eyeroll [...]
27 Aug
Would You Find This Sexy or Scary?
Some women like a direct man while others will find him downright scary. What is your opinion? If a man, how would you handle a woman leaving you this message?
http://melodymaker.posterous.com/the-reason-some-girls-stay-single-very-funny
27 Aug
Rather Than Try and Take What Belongs To Someone Else…
Find something and make it all your own.
27 Aug
It Happens
You’re not always going to say the right thing, do the right thing, act the right way, eat the healthy thing, get off of the couch, make the right joke, be the best partner/friend…
We’re all human.
Just keep moving, apologize to anyone who was offended or hurt and try and do better next time.
27 Aug
You Set The Terms
You are the one who creates the boundaries in your life, and when someone makes you uncomfortable, you are responsible for speaking up and saying so.
You are the one who decides how you will act and react. No one can “make” you behave any certain way.
You are the one who decides what you will eat, [...]
27 Aug
Ignite Your Passion & Stay Focused
Being successful starts with being passionate and committed. If you are resenting something, you’ll never do your best, and half-hearted efforts rarely lead anyone to greatness.
Think about what you want to do.
Accept that there are parts of the path that will be less scenic than others.
Stay focused on your “Emerald City” and don’t get dragged [...]
26 Aug
Go Ahead, Take a Chance
Be a little vulnerable.
Love with great abandon.
Laugh a little too loud.
Dance alone.
Push yourself a little.
26 Aug
We Are All Beautifully Human. No One is Perfect (and that’s OK!)
In my small effort to help balance out expectations and deflate the enormous pressure many people feel to look and be perfect, I am posting a few pictures of celebs many men and women look up to as being flawless. The pics will show that they are still talented and attractive but just as human and normal as [...]
26 Aug
Flower Power
A study at Rutgers State University (NJ) showed that floral arrangements not only drop-kick depressing thoughts and lower anxiety levels but also improve the social behavior of those in the room with the flowers. A very good reason to pick up a bunch of Gerber Daisies, Lillies or Sunflowers the next time you have people over, don’tcha [...]
25 Aug
What Controls You?
Whether it be thoughts, coffee, cigarettes, a guilt-infusing relationship, think about the things that keep you trapped.
Un-stick Yourself.
25 Aug
Your Journey
Is a series of lessons and experiences.
Should you wish to repeat them time and time again, you may.
Should you wish to move on, you may.
You know what is best for you.
25 Aug
Be Mindful
Think about how your actions will effect your life and the lives of those around you. Take comfort in knowing that kindness, enthusiasm, joy, understanding and encouragement on your part can change the life of another. The twists and turns of their day might be different based on how you act out or respond towards them.
25 Aug
We Are In Total Control Of Our Destiny
Take a moment and think about what it would feel like to step out of the passenger’s seat and get behind the wheel, map-in-hand and to drive yourself to the destination you have been talking about for years. Imagine the radio only plays positive, encouraging messages and all signs point to success.
There is something inside [...]
24 Aug
Reminder
You are a gorgeous and important part of this world and there are many people who would be lost without you.
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