Monthly Archives: September 2009

I am a pretty big fan of Gerard Butler’s, which is why I was super-excited for my single GF last week when she bumped into him and he asked her for her telephone number (and then wore the same outfit he … Continue reading →

1. Hot Tamales:  I am obsessed and eat them almost every day.  I love all things cinnamon! 2. Browsing in a bookstore. 3. Walking in the sunshine: Even if it’s for 15 minutes, it lifts my spirits tremendously 4. Listening to … Continue reading →

Will always trump “Luck”.

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So let me remind you. There is no one like you, no one who can ever be you. There is no one who can replace you, no one else in the whole world who can be loved as you are … Continue reading →

How do you guys feel about this?

You have to believe in yourself, to love yourself and to respect yourself, even if no one in the world stands beside you.

There are people who think they are simply “ordinary” when really they are the brightest stars in the Universe.

There have been numerous claims that Ms. Ciccone is one to plagiarize, and after looking at the evidence,  I can’t say I don’t see it.   Yikes. P.S. Wait for it to load and look under the header.

Interested in reading a sample chapter from Cinderella Was a Liar?  Click here to learn how to Have a Ball in the World of Dating.   What do you think?

The desire for something we want, but know we won’t want once we give in, the  feeling we “cannot say no” or have some right not to, when we know saying “yes” will lead to guilt, anger & pain. The attempt to quench our thirst with vinegar, … Continue reading →

Follow me if you’d like to (BrendaDellaCasa)!

Did not know what they were talking about. Use negative comments as motivation.  Think of it as gas to fuel the fire that will get you there faster.

This is so cool! On  Thursday, September 17, 2009 (as in 2 days from now)  participating Saks Fifth Avenue stores are swapping out the full-sized bottles of your current shampoo (can be full, half full or almost empty) for a FREE 8oz Bottle … Continue reading →

I don’t know if any of you have the kind of adoration for Craig Ferguson that I do (so smart, so funny, so cute!) but I wanted to post his “America on Purpose” book tour details in the event you’d … Continue reading →

I have suddenly found there is a great beauty in the ability to decline some things, even if they would please you, simply because you know you don’t need them to be happy or fulfilled.  What do you think?

And  the key to your happiness firmly in your own hands.

toss out the trash, be grateful for what treasures you find, don’t worry about what you didn’t catch this time around.

I have been counting down the days until Revolver is released and finally found a clip of the Madonna version (the non-madonna full-length demo has been out for ages).

I finally saw Kanye West’s interruption of Taylor Swift last night and it made me think about the ways in which people steal one another’s thunder for reasons motivated by jealousy, ego or whatever other negative emotion.  Mr. West has never … Continue reading →

Write words that make you smile. Make your life a beautiful melody.

It’s not about finding someone but about finding the right someone. It’s not about being rich but about being comfortable. It’s not about being famous but about your friends knowing who you really are. It’s not about being a certain … Continue reading →

  can all be conquered by taking one step at a time.

I know I have posted this several times but I just love it! Do you?

If you want something, don’t sit and wait for it to find you. It won’t. You have to sit and brainstorm. Then get up and act. Everyone has dreams. Not everyone makes them come true. Make your mark. Get set. … Continue reading →

For years, I spent too much time worrying about insignificant things. I worried that people who would do this and that behind my back, lies that were (and might be) told, disappointments that had landed on my head thanks to someone not … Continue reading →

Know it. Live it. Enjoy it. Respect it.

It will find ways to love you back.

Rarely leads to good and healthy choices. Give yourself a solid foundation so that you can pick-and-choose freely.

We all have moments when we look around at the people and circumstances in our lives and realize that something needs to change.  Some people sit and wait for those around them (or time itself) to turn in a new … Continue reading →

One heck of a woman.  Check her out in top form here (singing Carmen) and definitely spend some time learning about her.  Pop Culture tidbit:  She and Aristotle Onassis had a long-standing, passionate affair that lasted throughout his marriage to … Continue reading →

I absolutely love Orff’s O Fortuna, and this wonderful YouTuber just translated it for us! Awesome! P.S. I am heading to the season preview of the Lyric Opera tonight, I’ll let you know how it goes

I just came across this article that was written about me when I was 17-years-old.  Oh, the ambition and lack-of-humility of a teenager! December 7 Author: Dan McGrath Edition: METRO FINAL Section: MAIN NEWS Page: A2 Newt Gingrich and the … Continue reading →

Go out and live a little bit. Be a little naughty. Be very nice. Laugh it off. Dance a little.   Life isn’t always meant to be so serious.  These are tough times but there’s plenty of opportunity to let … Continue reading →

When you sit down to count your blessings, they all come (gleefully) running towards you, screaming “look at me, over here, over here!”

The British Prime Minister has apologized for the treatment of British code-breaker, Alan Turing, who was chemically castrated for being gay.  Mr. Turling, a huge aid to the war effort and a brilliant man, killed himself two years later. The apology … Continue reading →

We’re all human beings, no more, no less. All fragile, all strong in different ways. Some of us make good choices, some of us choose to walk below our potential. Adversity does not define us, pain cannot kill us, rejection, … Continue reading →

Fill it out as you see fit. Do better. Be better. Seek joy. Say “Yes”!

Toughen up and move through it!

My very good friend (who happens to be a very successful therapist) Sonya.

Knowing the difference between what you need and what you desire can bring a certain kind of freedom. Are you ready for it?

Take it all in and observe.  Don’t fight it, Don’t try and control or convince it, Allow it to be what it is, and use what you learn through your observation to make the best decision.

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As I have mentioned, I am a huge U2 fan and have (unsuccessfully) attempted to see them live for the past 4 years.  Well, yesterday, as I was sitting here writing in my living room, I heard non other than … Continue reading →

Last night, Republican House Member, Joe Wilson, shouted “you lie” to President Obama during his speech about Health care.  Though he has now issued an apology, the damage to his reputation is done.  Republican or Democrat, one is stripped of … Continue reading →

This article is sure to stir up some emotions.  You might feel bad for the lady or want to shake her really hard.  I’d love to know your thoughts!

The next time someone starts acting grumpy or nasty, pull back and take a good look at their behavior.  Is it irrational or unnecessary?  If so, what is the point of reacting and fueling the fire? Say nothing and walk … Continue reading →

You have everything you need to become the person you want to be and live the life you want to live. Step out of your way and into the sun and don’t be afraid to shine.

Interested in knowing how to always get what you want?  Read my article here.

Orange County Register Columnist, Mark Whicker, who decided to ignore the bile on his tongue when he decided to spit out a column detailing the “odd things that have happened in sports” while Jaycee Dugard was held captive, raped and … Continue reading →