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Pet Fun – Law & Order Drives Dogs Crazy!
There’s a hilarious article in the New York Post today about a strange canine condition that’s sweeping the nation. Dogs across America apparently go crazy for the Law & Order theme! Something about the tone and spacing of the notes … Continue reading
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Dinner Party Talk – Alice In Wonderland
Avatar finally brought movies in 3D to the masses, and became a monster hit in the process. On March 5th Disney will release its own 3D extravaganza, Tim Burton‘s wonderfully weird adaptation of Alice In Wonderland. The “Sexiest Man Alive” … Continue reading
Dinner party talk – kids
At the pool in Palm Springs at the Hideaway, couple says they are teaching their four-year-old son to whistle. Son forms mouth in an ‘O’ while Dad whistles. Son is thrilled he’s “whistling!” Oh, the joyful innocence of youth. Teach … Continue reading
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History of Fun – Rock ‘em Sock ‘em Robots
At #moderism week been out shopping. Bought some treasure, including some 1960s toys. Memba the battle of the century? I enjoyed countless bouts between eternal heavyweight rivals Red (my brother) and Blue (me), but what’s the history behind the famous … Continue reading
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Dinner Party Talk – I Swear!
Did you know that in ancient Rome, when a man testified in court, he would swear on his testicles? (Pre-Bible) It’s apparently how we got the word “testimony.” Enjoy your dinner.
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Giveaway – Win a Signed Copy of Use What You’ve Got
#SharkTank is up for renewal – if you want a new season, let ABC know! In the spirit of the show, I’m giving away a signed copy of Use What You’ve Got, the national bestseller I wrote with Barbara Corcoran. … Continue reading
American Fun – Bruce at Modernism Week
This week beautiful Palm Springs welcomes Modernism Week – an annual celebration of mid-century design. This year, the fun includes the beloved Airstream trailer and I’ve been invited to do a poolside book signing (surrounded by 8 shiny Airstream!) at … Continue reading
American Fun – The Frisbee
Fred Morrison, former World War II veteran and inventor of the iconic Frisbee, passed away on Tuesday. Morrison got his start playing with cake pans on the beach, and eventually sold his toy idea to Wham-O, where it almost instantly … Continue reading
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Dinner Party Talk – Candy Cigarettes
Michael’s is by far one of my favorite stores. I go there all the time to pick up things for my craft addiction, but on my last visit I noticed something strange. They’ve put up new displays of vintage candy … Continue reading
Dinner Party Talk – Project Runway
New York and much of the east coast is completely snowed in today, and what better way to spend a snow day than to catch up on some great T.V.? This season Project Runway finally returned to its home at … Continue reading
