Category Archives: American Hype
May the 4th Be with You
The first movie I was ever able to see by myself was Star Wars. I sat front row with my friend David and loved every second of it. In my opinion, things like Star Wars and American Idol and a … Continue reading
Happy Valentine’s Day!
Today is the day that it isn’t sappy to spread some love. I tied ribbons around heart-healthy dark chocolate bars and gave one to everyone in my yoga class this morning. The smiles I received far outweighed the few bucks … Continue reading
Idea for a Happy New Year
Thankfully, we’ve survived multiple world end theories and are clicking over to another year… and you know what that means? Resolutions!!! Here’s a Life 101 idea… don’t make resolutions! Instead, sit in bed on New Year’s morning and make a … Continue reading
Life 101 – Go Vote!
Lyndon B. Johnson: “The vote is the most powerful instrument ever devised by man for breaking down injustice and destroying the terrible walls which imprison men because they are different from other men.” Um, Lyndon, today we say “people.” And … Continue reading
American hype – Face + Book
Okay, okay. I admit it. I got caught up in the excitement and bought some stock today. I bought it basically for a few pennies less than where it closed… so, woo hoo… profit! It’s rare for me to do … Continue reading
American Fun – The Oscars
I went to the Oscars with The Artist (aka the star seller of Manhattan Real Estate…). I thought the night was a better than average year (unless you were Ryan Seacrest), but maybe it’s because I won the Oscar pool … Continue reading
How to Be a Shark, um, Success
Set your DVRs, She-Shark Barbara Corcoran and her rich in the tooth pals are back for the 3rd season in the Shark Tank on ABC Friday night at 8 pm. If you’ve never seen the show, check it out here. … Continue reading
The Bedtime Book for Dogs
The average dog knows 167 words. Your dog is probably smarter than average! Introducing a first of its kind: the book to read to your dog before bed. The Bedtime Book for Dogs is a charming story about a dog … Continue reading
Gossip – For Your Consideration
My friend and neighbor Melissa Leo, the Meryl Streep of the indies, has now stepped into the mainstream and it seems she’s ruffling a few peacock feathers. After stellar performances in 21 Grams and Frozen River, her role in this … Continue reading
