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Santa Ynez Basics | March 16, 2010

Santa Ynez, California has become one of my new favorite obsessions on the west coast. The Santa Ynez Valley is located in northern Santa Barbara County (about a two hour drive north of L.A) and is the heart of Santa Barbara’s Wine Country. If you’ve seen the movie Sideways, then you’ll know what I’m talking about.

Why to Go:
The Santa Ynez Valley has more than 100 wineries which feature some great white and red wines (more than just Pinot Noir- if you saw Sideways, you’ll know what I’m talking about). Even if you are not a wine lover, you’ll enjoy the … Read More »


 

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Terranea | March 15, 2010

L.A. is one of my favorite cities, but like all cities, from time to time, you want to venture outside of the hustle and bustle to a more relaxing place. On my last trip to L.A, my family and I got to escape to one of the most serene places…the Terranea Resort. Terranea is a brand new resort (opened just seven months ago) which is located in Rancho Palos Verdes, California (about a 45-minute drive south of L.A.). Terranea Resort is a 102-acre resort which sits right on the Pacific Ocean, so your views from just about everywhere at this … Read More »


 

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L.A. Comfort Food | March 12, 2010

When I typically think of Los Angeles, California, I think of sunshine, beautiful people and healthy food. All of this seems to be true, but let me tell you, the people of Los Angeles also know a thing or two about fast food/comfort food spots! Whether you are cruising down Santa Monica Boulevard, the Sunset Strip, Robertson, Melrose or Hollywood, you will quickly notice that there is no shortage of burger joints. There’s Jack-in-the-Box, Apple Pan, Umami, Hole-in-the-Wall, Burger Joint, Pinks…you get the idea! But, one of my all time favorite’s is In-N-Out Burger!!!

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John Mayer Entertains Fans in Oklahoma City | March 10, 2010

Whether you follow @JohnCMayer on Twitter, your one of 1,000,000 fans on his Facebook page, you read his blog, or hang out in his community, there is no doubt that John Mayer loves social networking and his fans.  Put aside all the tabloid covers, the Playboy interview scandal, and the other “open mouth and insert foot” comments that have been publicized; John Mayer is a gifted musician.

During his recent visit to Oklahoma City while on tour to promote his new album Battle Studies, John put on another jaw dropping performance leaving the audience wondering if there’s anything he … Read More »


 

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Unclaimed Baggage Center | March 10, 2010

Ever wonder what happens to all the baggage that airlines loose? I’ll tell you what happens…it ends up in Scottsboro, Alabama at the Unclaimed Baggage Center! Yup! Crazy as it sounds, it’s true. Each day, an average of about 100 pieces or more of luggage are separated from jet setters. The Unclaimed Baggage Center basically buys and resells unclaimed baggage from the airlines and it’s totally legit! Airlines have 90 days to reunite the luggage with the owner, once that time passes, it’s free game for whomever wants it. There is a ton of stuff for sale at … Read More »


 

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March Read | March 9, 2010

If you love a good mystery, a bit of history, and San Francisco (who doesn’t) jet set to the bookstore this month and pick up a copy of ‘City of Dragons’ by Kelli Stanley. It is my recommended March Read and the first book in what should be a long running series according to many reviewers. The author lives in San Francisco, California, and according to a write-up by the Sun-Sentinel “skillfully shows how much the city has changed and, yet, how many landmarks and restaurants such as John’s Grill and the Sears Pancake House have survived the decades.” I … Read More »


 

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Couples Retreat: Bora Bora | March 8, 2010

So, the other day I finally watched the movie Couples Retreat. I have to say I thought I was going to be totally disappointed and bored, but it was actually sort of cute and funny! The real point of my story is that I was completely enamored with the beautiful resort where they stayed in the movie and had to find of where it was. Well, I did…it’s the St. Regis Resort in Bora Bora, in the French Polynesian Islands! Oh my goodness, if you’ve seen the movie then you know what I’m talking about, and if you … Read More »


 

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An Olympic Adventure Part Two – Being There | March 5, 2010

On our first full day in Vancouver we had breakfast at an independent coffee shop before heading out to explore the city. Getting around was incredibly easy, even during the Games. We took a bus to the sky train and then found ourselves downtown. We had hopes of tickets to the opening ceremonies, but balked at the $1,100 price for seats and decided we could watch along with the rest of the world on TV.Our first stop was the historic area of Gastown with cobblestone streets. We wandered into shops tucked into old buildings set against the backdrop of the … Read More »


 

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Libby Haynes
 

Phone Home! | March 3, 2010

Oh, iPhone, how did we ever live without you?  You have quickly become the house manager, reference tool, camera, music library and in our world, pocket decorator.

The days of lugging around digital cameras for ideas and inspiration in design seem to be a thing of the past.  Our customers are using their phones to pull their decorating projects together.  Often they have taken pictures of their spaces to remind them what the particulars are of what they need when they are shopping.  They use these to get our advice on decorating, as well as snap pics on their own to … Read More »


 

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Christie Crowder
 

Who Knew Old Spice Was Sexy? | March 3, 2010

Now THIS should have been a SuperBowl commercial! Maybe it was and I missed it but if not…it should have been. Hilarious! What a way to re-market a brand that usually makes you think of Grandpas in red flannel! I’ll shut up and let you watch the clip…

This ad is more funny than “sexy” but just for a split second, in the midst of your laughter, you did think this guy and his body wash bottle were kinda “hot,”? Slam dunk, Old Spice! Check out their line up of MANMERCIALS.


 

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92YTribeca Celebrates Women’s History Month Throughout March | March 2, 2010

All through March, 92YTribeca will honor Women’s History Month with a variety of programs for every taste.

Wednesday, March 3, 7:00 p.m.
“WHAT IT FEELS LIKE FOR A GIRL?: WOMEN, MUSIC and the GIRL POWER REVOLUTION”
A talk featuring Marisa Meltzer (Girl Power and How Sassy Changed My Life), Sean Fennessey (eMusic.com, VIBE), Emily Gould (And the Heart Says Whatever) and Elizabeth Spiridakis (White Lightning site). Also a performance by the band Supercute. Details and tickets here.

Friday, March 5, 7:00 p.m.
STEPHANIE DALEY
A conversation with Melissa Silverstein (WomenAndHollywood.com) and Hilary Brougher, writer/director of the film Stephanie Daley. Amber Tamblyn stars as the 16-year-old title character who is charged … Read More »


 

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An Olympic Adventure Part One – Getting There | March 2, 2010

Last week we set out for our Olympic adventure that began in Seattle and then onto Vancouver. Despite blizzard conditions in PA, Mom and Jon were able to meet up with us without any delays. Our flights arrived in Seattle a mere hour apart, and then we were off to explore the city. We stayed at the Moore Hotel, a fun and quirky place run by three siblings renovating the old building one floor at a time. We had dinner at Mama’s Mexican where the food had a little to be desired, but the atmosphere made up for it. Where … Read More »


 

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NYC Sex and the City Tour: International Giveaway | March 1, 2010

Calling all Sex and the City fans! If you’ve never taken On Location Tours’ famous Sex and the City tour, which takes attendees to various Manhattan locations from the show and the movie, now’s your chance to do it for free. CurrentVine.com and On Location are giving away a gift certificate worth two tickets for the tour ($84 total value) that will never expire, and the random drawing is open to fans all over the world.

The tour features over 40 real-life locations used on the show, and you’ll get to:

Have a cupcake at the bakery where Miranda stuffed … Read More »


 

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Book Giveaway: Alice in Wonderland and Philosophy | March 1, 2010

Alice in Wonderland and Philosophy: Curiouser and Curiouser (The Blackwell Philosophy and Pop Culture Series) Edited by Richard Brian Davis with series editor William Irwin

Should the Cheshire Cat’s grin make us reconsider the nature of reality?

Can Humpty Dumpty make words mean whatever he says they mean?

Can drugs take us down the rabbit-hole?

Is Alice a feminist icon?

Alice’s Adventures in Wonderland has fascinated children and adults alike for generations. Why does Lewis Carroll introduce us to such oddities as a blue caterpillar who smokes a hookah, a cat whose grin remains after its head has faded away, and a White … Read More »


 

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How to Pack – an Olympic Task | March 1, 2010

My husband Micah and I were fortunate enough to visit Vancouver last week and take in some of the Olympic events with my family. But for me, the task of packing before heading to B.C. was monumental in itself. As you might recall, I’m a big proponent of mailing my clothes ahead of time for trips. But in this case, we were going to be on the move and didn’t want to lug much around. So the image I had of myself on the slopes cheering on the U.S. wearing my lovely faux fur coat and cute boots wouldn’t be … Read More »