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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 became a terrific hit. Hundreds of millions of Frisbees have been sold since, and the toy has spawned whole sports and tricks of its own. Can you do a body roll? Fred Morrison gave something fun to kids of all ages, and for that he will be forever remembered.
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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 (which I would normally love) but one little box on the shelf caught my eye: candy cigarettes. When I was a kid, my mother fought to have these taken off the shelves at Carowinds Theme Park in Charlotte, NC. It’s 2010 – I don’t think selling kids the idea that cigarettes are fun is a good thing. Please let your local Michael’s know.
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 the Parsons School of Design, and this crop of aspiring designers is particularly good. All four of the current episodes are up to watch on Lifetime’s web site, but the first is only there until Saturday! Take this snowy day to relax, recoup, and catch up on some great fashion drama. Auf wiedersehen!
American Fun – American Idol
After night one of American Idol’s Hollywood round, Andrew Garcia proved himself the one to beat. Doing his soulful, acoustic version of Paula Abdul’s “Straight Up” was, in my opinion, the most memorable, original opening salvo in Idol history. What a tribute to Paula too. (Even though she says she’s not watching this season, my bet is she was sitting in her bed with whatever cocktail and cheering him on with her over-the-head seal clap. I’m betting on Andy for Top 10. Do you have an early favorite?
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Pop Culture Pop-Up – The Muppet Show
I recently stopped by F.A.O. Schwarz and discovered a FUN new section of the store: a make your own Muppet workshop! Why didn’t things like this exist when I was a kid? The furry friends can be ordered online, too. It made me really want a Muppet of my own – and it made me think of how brilliant The Muppet Show was. Stars like Kermit the Frog and Miss Piggy have moved on to spinoff shows and the big screen, but their hilarious variety show antics from their first gig are the best. Who’s your favorite Muppet?
American Icons – Betty White
Betty White we love you! Besides having the top rated Super Bowl ad (an all out tackle of Betty White!?) on USA TODAY’s Ad Meter She’s one of my all-time celebrity game show guest favorites! But look at her in this sexy number on Match Game! Wowza. Now, there’s a new Facebook movement at hand… to enlist Betty White as host of Saturday Night Live. Are you game?
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Gossip – Cindy Adams
The New York Post’s one-of-a-kind treasure Cindy Adams quotes me in her column today. “LIFESTYLE expert Bruce Littlefield announces that the Curl Up & Dye beauty salon, 2188 B’way, curled up and died. Only in New York, kids, only in New York.” I love beauty parlor names and the fun signs associated with them. There’s at least one “Best Little Hairhouse” in every state, and who can pass up “Grateful Head,” “A Cut Above,” and “Headhunters.” I once saw a sign in front of a South Carolina beauty parlor that said: “Don’t put off until tomorrow, you can dye today!” So true. I’m calling my stylist now! Is there a funny parlor in your town you want to share?
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Valentine’s – Bruce on CBS
Heart Dr. Bruce on CBS Early Show
It’s Valentine’s Week-the week of LOVE. In case you missed it on the CBS Early Show, here are some of my ideas for cute ways to feel the love and make Valentine’s Day fun with the gorgeous Julie Chen.
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