Golden Globes 2011

I love watching the stars getting all glammed up for an awards show.  It's the best part of the show, really.  I often don't agree with winners (I'm talking to you The Social Network).  But, the dresses make me happy. 

My picks for best dressed:

 

She is known for black dresses, but she wears them well.

Such beautiful glamour.

 

I want this dress and I want to wear it every day.  

 

 Sometimes classic is best.

 

Pregnancy has never looked better.

 

We have the same shape. I appreciate the time and effort it takes to find the right dress.

 

Fun.  

And the worst:

 

I know she was dressing for fun...but two different shoes?

 

Just not a fan of the flapper skirt. 

 

Scarlett?  Where are you?  You seem to have disappeared in that dress.  

What to say....um, it's not Valentine's Day just yet. 

Beautiful Books

As you all know, I have a Kate Spade obsession.  These books are part of my new KS collection.  They were written by Ms. Spade herself!!   In these books, she shares humorous and practical guidance on how to create your own sense of 21st century class and elegance; she shares her ideas about etiquette in lighthearted but down-to-earth terms--everything from air kissing to cell phone use; and, she invites you into her world of easy, festive entertaining, where the emphasis is not on "the perfect meal" but on having "the perfect time."  They're fun, brightly illustrated and have great shelf appeal.  You can find them all over, but I reccomend half.com or abebooks.com.

My Zodiac has changed

If you've ever read your horoscope, you may be interested in to learn that your sign may not really be your sign.

The star doctors say Earth is currently in a different spot in relation to the Sun, and its equatorial alignment has changed from 3,000 years ago when the study of astrology began -- back when 12 zodiac signs were assigned to 12 different periods of the year.

Astrology buffs should be using these dates, reflecting where the stars currently are aligned:
Capricorn: Jan. 20 - Feb. 16
Aquarius: Feb. 16 - March 11
Pisces: March 11- April 18
Aries: April 18- May 13
Taurus: May 13- June 21
Gemini: June 21- July 20
Cancer: July 20- Aug. 10
Leo: Aug. 10- Sept. 16
Virgo: Sept. 16- Oct. 30
Libra: Oct. 30- Nov. 23
Scorpio: Nov. 23- Nov. 29
Ophiuchus: Nov. 29- Dec. 17
Sagittarius: Dec. 17- Jan. 20

I went from a Virgo:

 

Virgo - The Sign of the Harvest Goddess

The people who were born under the sign of Virgo have the strongly advanced analytical mind and all the time trying to glue labels on everything they see. They have sharp feelings of taste, time, hearing and sense of smell. The symbol of this sign is Virgo. It does not mean, that they are pure and sinless . It means that heir amazing abilities to observe allow them to see all the human lacks. Usually they do not like everything that they see, and they withdraw like Virgo.
to a Leo:

Leo - The Sign of the Lion

The people of this sign are natural leaders and chiefs. In reality the supervising position is what the majority of people born under the sign of Lion aspires to. They are really intelligent and magnetic people. That fact attracts others, but they should not try to dominate everyone. Lion frequently called "The sign of the kings" according to his intelligence and graceful manners. Their astrological symbol " Lion" is considered to be the king of animals. But, as well as all governors, that people should learn to wear the crown modestly. They should remember their large sin - vanity.

I think the astronomer is wrong.


hidden articles, Leo, Virgo

Mad Men

Look what I did:

My own cartoon Mad Men scene. 

Lemons

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Quote of the Day

“The world loves glamour, it needs glamour.”

Gloria Guinness

If I make it past 80...

I want to be just as fabulous as Mimi Weddell.

Rainbow Pretty

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Look:

I added a follow me button on the right.  Now, all those of you view my blog on a regular basis can have in converniently delivered to your reader of choice.

Also, I purchased the following items:

There is a 25% off coupon right now at Kate Spade with the code Newyears25.  The bag has sold out, but the necklace is still available...and it comes with an awesome Kate Spade box.  Can you tell I love Kate Spade?  I do.  So very much.

Kate Spade Spring 2011

Such a beautiful, fun collection.  Now, I wait until it all goes on sale and there is a fabulous 30% off sale price coupon.  :o)

2011 Goals

I've decided to call them goals.  Resolutions have a negative connotation and I want only positivity around me.  Nonetheless, I feel it is important to set up some goals this year.  I have my 30 under 30 list and I am making great strides to completing many of the goals.  As time goes by, some of items will likely be completed later.  It just fits in my life better if they are completed later.  So, my 30 Under 30 is fluid.  :-)


On to 2011!  


Number 1.  Get up and get moving.  Yes, it was on my list last year and I failed, but I will succeed.  I will.  I got a beautiful bike for my last birthday:

Isn't is adorable?  I absolutely love it.  Well, I figure if I take this out every couple weeks from spring through fall and take the stairs in my building (10 floors), that should get me a long way to getting up and moving.  I may throw in a few 10 minute trainers:

I really do like Tony Horton, even though he is annoying.  He's motivating and it works.  


On to Number 2.  I will get organized.  Some of this:

A little of this:

 

What I really need is a routine and set-up that facilitates organization.  I'll have to figure that out.

Number 3.  Remember the following:

And remember that vulnerability is a good thing.  I have a great boyfriend and a great relationship.  I want to learn to let go a little and just enjoy where we are together.  On the same note, continue to confront the past.  That is one long process.  Forever long.  For the next 3 years, I will have the same goal.  But, I'm making progress and getting through it.  I believe that's cause for:

Number 4.  I have succeeded in having only positive people around me, which turned out to be such a painful process.  I want only the ones that care about me and not what I can do for them to remain a part of my life.  And, I would like to add one or two more people close to me (proximity wise) that fit into that category.   I'd like to keep in better contact with the people that live far away.  Once a year just isn't enough!

And last, but not least:

TRAVEL!!!  But, not in the above airplane. 

Looking forward to 2011

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I hope everyone rings in the New Year in style and with great people!

I drive a Chanel car

Here's my logic:

My car:

And:

Official Endorsement:





Ergo: I drive a Chanel car.  My reasoning is flawless and I see no reason for debate.  Period.  :-)

Craving...

Egg Salad Sandwiches

makes 4 sandwiches

8 hard boiled eggs, peeled and cut in half

heaping 1/4 cup mayonnaise

heaping teaspoon whole grain mustard

1 teaspoon finely chopped tarragon

2 teaspoons chopped flat leaf parsley

2 tablespoons finely diced shallots

2 teaspoon fresh lemon juice

salt and pepper to taste

bread

Making egg salad is super easy.  Once the eggs are hard boiled and peeled, and the herbs and shallots are chopped, dump everything into a medium bowl.  Use a fork to break up the egg whites and yolks and incorporate all of the ingredients.  Add more mayonnaise if you’d like it more creamy.  Add salt and pepper to taste.  Spoon onto good bread and enjoy.  Store egg salad in the fridge for up to 4 days.

From: joy, The Baker

Goodness, Truth, Beauty

Can't remember where I found it.  Probably one of the blogs on my blog-roll. 

Merry Christmas!!!

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Happy Travels

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2010 New Year's Resolutions

I posted a list of resolutions at the end of December in this post.  Did I keep them?  Let's take a look:

1. Find a career that makes me excited to get up every morning;
2. confront and accept the things that happened in the past;
3. recognize and cultivate the healthy relationships in my life;
4. cook a great meal at least once every two weeks;
5. get up and get moving; and
6. face the scary stuff.
   

Number one:  I found a career that I will love, it's just going to take me a long time to get there.  I say yes, I did keep this one.

Number two and six: I have been working very hard on dealing with the past.  It's hard and takes a lot of twists and turns, but I'm doing it.  It's still a work in progress.  But, I still say yes, I've been doing this.

Number three:  No ifs, ands or buts about it, I have accomplished this goal.  And it feels absolutely fantastic.  Not being friends with people just to be nice is very relaxing.  If I like you and I want to spend time with you, I do.  If not, I don't.  I don't have to pretend with the people in my life.  It's all natural. 

Number four:  They may not have been great, but I have been more experimental in my cooking and I'm very happy with the results.  So, yay!  Go me!

Number five:  I failed miserably at this one.  There is always next year, right?

Now, I wonder what should be my 2011 resolutions? 

Guess what?

I've had over a thousand hits on my blog.  How cool is that?  Big shout out (yes, shout out), to the following countries:  Canada, South Korea, Brazil, UK, Netherlands, Germany, Taiwan, Spain and Portugal.  I have readers in South Korea.  That is awesome.  Feel free to add me to your blog roll, Google reader, and any other blog content delivery thingies  :o)  And, I would be happy to add some of you to mine if you leave me your blog info in a comment.  I'm all for sharing....except with food.  Not so good with the sharing of food.  

In honor of reaching 1000 hits, I will remember to post at least 4 times a week, or offer a valid explanation why not, follow through on my published future plans, and find completely awesome things to post about (most of the time).  Girl needs a creative break every now and then, right?
Just to give you a little indication of the possibilities over the next year, feast your eyes on these puzzle pieces:

 

 

2011 is going to be filled with lovely, new experiences.  I am so excited for the next year of my life and I cannot wait to share the  high points along the way. 

P.S. I heart Spain and I just found out I'm of German and Swedish descent, so hello.  Nice to have you in my tee-tiny corner of the Internet.