Monthly Archives: March 2010

Life is what you make of it in each 24-hour block. Will you cry over things you cannot change or smile at the things that have changed for the better? Will you love those in your life who show you … Continue reading →

While working out at the local gym, I picked up a Self magazine and read that Bikini Waxes can lead to STD’s like Herpes being spread, thanks to practitioners “double-dipping” their instruments! Yikes!

I totally support you and still think you are a handsome, talented, and wonderful man and performer. (P.S. Few were shocked

Not too long ago, I had someone I cared very much for and trusted for over a decade behave in a way that left me wondering whether or not I ever knew them at all.  Worse, in anger, they threatened to … Continue reading →

How lux and fun is this?

“When someone hands you a contract, they seek to place limitations on you so it is important to read the fine print and negotiate the terms in a way where you both feel protected and respected,”  A dear friend of … Continue reading →

A time of renewal, warmth and color.  How will you refresh your life and start anew?

Throughout our lives, a large number of us will endure the painful  experience of having someone we love, trust and care about behave in a manner that leaves us angry, frustrated, hurt or simply dumbfounded.  Other times, it will feel as … Continue reading →

Most people who have struggled with letting go of painful parts of their past have had a fleeting thought about how nice it would be to just erase the memories from their mind, but now we might want to give those thoughts … Continue reading →

Hello all, Well, I am finally settled into my new place and back to blogging normally now.  Thanks again for your understanding these past few weeks; moving is no fun but the new place is Brenda

This is such an interesting piece about the differences between the male and female brain.

When you cherish yourself, you: Give yourself a pat on the back for a job well-done. Spend time with people who make you feel loved, supported and respected.  Kwhere you end and another begins. Protect your right to a peaceful … Continue reading →

Just because someone else is feeling miserable doesn’t mean you need to wallow with them.  In fact, staying positive is one of the best ways to pull them out of the pits.  Just remember the difference between offering a happy and … Continue reading →

A woman has won a 9 Million dollar case against the mistress of her husband (on Yahoo’s home page). What do you think of this?

 The Virgin album was my crack as a little girl.  I was not allowed to listen to her so when my amazing babysitter made a cassette tape for me, I would pop it into my singing big-bird player, turn the … Continue reading →

No sex on your wedding night?  You’re not alone. P.S. Some of these stories are hilarious!

Loreal Collagen Mascara:  Mostdrugstore mascara’s promise feather lashes and fail, but this one lives up to their claim of 12 X bigger lashes without clumps.  It creates a lovely false lash-effect without the hassle of applying falsies at a much better price. Premium Capture Carpet and Rug Dry … Continue reading →

Hi Everyone! I am so excited to share this with you! Take a look at the release below, and if interested, please send all required information to BDCCASTING@GMAIL.COM and Twinsworld1@aol.com . You must send your response to both emails. Please … Continue reading →

Give it a Go: You may not accomplish what you initially set out to but you’ll likely learn something new about yourself, others and the task- at- hand while meeting new people and possibly learning about new opportunities. Don’t Create a Mental Catastrophe: Remember there … Continue reading →

There is no habit that is too big to break, No heartache too painful to overcome, There is no outlook you cannot change. And no regret you cannot move past and learn from. There are kinder ways to converse with yourself, … Continue reading →

Interested in knowing what lies behind smiling eyes?

Than it is to be known for something worthwhile.

You really do have the power to change your life by changing your outlook.

  Four weeks ago, my special someone and I concluded that the place we were living in just wasn’t working for us and made a snap decision to move.  As always, moving was easy-breezy in theory but has proven (once again) to be … Continue reading →

It’s one thing to want to do your best and quite another to be the best all day, every day.  You’re human and you’re not supposed to be perfect. Just do your very best and be perfectly you.

Listen To Others:  There is nothing more comforting than having someone give you an ear and a shoulder at a difficult time.  Listening is a way of showing love through action and it lets the other person know that you … Continue reading →

I have spent the day answering questions related to Sandra Bullock and Jesse James (Mr. James has been accused of cheating on the Oscar-winning actress and has apologized publicly for hurting and embarrassing his wife and children).  What matters most  … Continue reading →

Hi All, Please forgive me for not writing as often these past few weeks.  I have been swamped with taking care of some big changes and working on a few big projects.  Things should be back to normal in a couple … Continue reading →

New Jennifer Lopez–what do you think?

A little public service announcement:  I have received notices that people have been trying to access my email passwords for a few years now (insane and illegal) which is why I always encourage people to change their passwords often and … Continue reading →

This is a fun piece–enjoy!

Love + Financial Stress = Click here.

  My Little Tony Montana

While going through my things, I came across one of my many diaries and decided to do something I rarely do which was to sit down and read it from cover-to-cover.  For the next hour and a half, I read the thoughts of … Continue reading →

Most writers have “dream bylines” and Redbook magazine has always been one of mine.  It is for this reason that I am super-excited that my first piece has been published on page 86 of their March issue and also made the front … Continue reading →

“Insecurity is so unattractive. We all have issues that we are dealing with but smart people work through them in their private time  in their therapist’s office.  It’ not the job of your lover to build up your self worth,” Jason.

Luck might bring you an opportunity but determination, planning and hard work will bring you success. If you want something, and you want it to last, you’re going to have to sweat, sacrifice and stress a bit.  That’s just how … Continue reading →

A friend making  emerald green white chocolate fondue (with pecans and caramel).  Everyone thought it was gross but I thought it was so pretty (though, I didn’t love my green teeth after eating it ).

The new Lady Gaga video for Telephone is out and it’s pretty great, especially when Beyonce shows up.  It’s a 10 minute short film. What do you think? Warning: Curse words and pretty provocative.

Identify What Makes You Happy:  Pay close attention to how you feel in different situations and around different people.  When I was in college, I told myself that I loved being a social butterfly, and this was partly true, but … Continue reading →

Did you know there are 26,000 registered sex offenders on Myspace.com? Yikes!

The greed never stops.

My quote in the NY Times Wedding Section.  It’s a dream to write for my favorite paper, and while this isn’t my article, a quote is nice, too “Unfortunately, many brides and grooms do not understand or appreciate the fact … Continue reading →

Ready to see Marilyn act in a new movie?

Most people I speak to agree that asking for cash on your wedding day is pretty bold (read: tacky) but, in our “it’s all about me, all of the time” society, manners are starting to seem like products of a bygone … Continue reading →

The idea that some are born lucky and others aren’t is convenient for those unwilling to accept responsibility for their own successes and shortcomings but the truth is that luck has more to do with a person’s mindset than anything … Continue reading →

We all have ideas about who we are, what we like, what we want and what our talents are but what if our beliefs about ourselves are actually holding us back from being our best selves and living our best … Continue reading →

Making a clean break is rarely easy but sometimes it is the only way to gain a little clarity and understanding (hence, peace of mind).  If cutting whatever (or whomever) is causing you concern out entirely is too much to … Continue reading →

Try the “Tango” station on Pandora (Harry Mancini, Billy Ray, Less Brown, Jungle drums by Ray Anthony)…it’s like being in a fabulous 1950′s movie!

Is nothing compared to what lies ahead. Stay focused.