BIGGER BOOTY...BETTER HEALTH..... WHAT??????

When did this happen??? When did having a big ass become not only
a great feature, but also a good health predictor? When did FAT BOTTOM
GIRLS become de rigeur? (no offense Queen) I guess it all started with the
Kardashian...and the lyrics of lots of rap songs. I remember my daughter
used to ask me to rap " shawty had them apple bottom jeans...with the fur.....
." by T Pain  much to the delight of her friends. Even weirder that I actually
knew the words .

Now, having  "junk in the trunk" gets an even bigger plus. Oxford University has
found that it's better to have fat on your ass than on your stomach. That's right.
Apparently the boost of a big booty is that the fat back there or "gluteofemoral" fat
actually helps as a buffer in mopping up other fat and breaks down more slowly.
All of this reported in the International Journal of Obesity.

Well you know the Karfashian girls are donning their thongs and laughing out
loud. And for the rest of us ...well sometimes gravity shifts and sometimes it
doesn't. So rejoice if you are one of the ones who has to say "does my butt look
big in this?"........ and start twerking ,baby if it doesn't.

A link that focuses on butt building.
http://www.fitnessrxwomen.com/life-health/jaime-baird/booty-building-part-2http://www.fitnessrxwomen.com/life-health/jaime-baird/booty-building-part-2

CASTING FRIDAY....LOOKING FOR FAMILIES LEAVING CITY FOR SIMPLE LIFE!!!

You've heard it all before.. He likes the country and she adores city
life. Fresh air....Time Square. Very Green Acres. But we all know that
good themes just freshen up and come back out again. Sure, we can
loose  Zsa Zsa , but we still embrace the city mouse, country mouse
idea.

A telly docu-series is looking for these families who want to ditch city
life and the rat race to get back to the simple life. This major cable
network islookingf or strong , smart women who can lead their families
into a whole new way of life.

Tell your story, and you might end up with a whole new career as you trade
your morning commute for a whole new agenda in the country.

Send your name, contact phone and location as well as some reasons why your
family and their plans to simplify your life are  worth consideration. Send to:
BigDreamCasting@gmail.com

HONEY PIE!!!!

I don't know about you but pie is not the first sweet its-not-good-for-you-butit-tastes-like- heaven sweet treat that comes to mind. But think about it. It's the staple of your childhood memories.
And seriously, pie right out of the oven is something to behold. We've done the cookies, the whoopie
pies  and the cupcakes and even the cronuts (haven't tasted that one yet)  so it was inevitable that the pie (hopefully not the hunble variety) is our next foodie trend.

We have the Pie Junkies in our hometown.....but this recipe is from a Brooklyn. Enjoy!!! 


Salty Honey Pie
Serves eight to ten
For the 9-inch double crust
Ingredients
1¼ c. unbleached all-purpose flour
½ tsp. kosher salt
1½ tsp. granulated sugar
¼ lb. (1 stick) cold, unsalted butter, cut into ½-inch pieces
½ c. ice water
2 tbsp. cider vinegar
½ c. ice
1. Stir the flour, salt, and sugar in a large bowl. Add the butter pieces and coat with the flour mixture using a bench scraper or spatula.
2. With a pastry blender, cut the butter into the flour mixture, working quickly until mostly pea-size pieces of butter remain (a few larger pieces are okay; be careful not to overblend).
3. Combine the water, cider vinegar, and ice in a bowl or large measuring cup.
4. Sprinkle 2 tbsp. of the ice water mixture over the flour mixture, and mix and cut it in with a bench scraper or spatula until it is fully incorporated.
5. Add more of the ice water mixture, 1 to 2 tbsp. at a time, using the bench scraper or your hands (or both) to mix until the dough comes together in a ball, with some dry bits remaining.
6. Squeeze and pinch with your fingertips to bring the dough together, sprinkling dry bits with small drops of the ice water mixture, if necessary, to combine. Shape dough into a flat disc.
7. Flour a flat surface, then roll out dough into a 12- to 13-inch circle. Carefully place dough in 9-inch pie pan, trim hanging edges, and crimp. Wrap pan in plastic and refrigerate for at least 1 hour, preferably overnight, to give crust time to mellow. (Wrapped tightly, the dough can be refrigerated for 3 days or frozen for 1 month.)
For the filling
Ingredients
¼ lb. (1 stick) unsalted butter, melted
¾ c. granulated sugar
1 tbsp. white cornmeal
½ tsp. kosher salt
1 tsp. vanilla paste (Nielsen-Massey makes a readily available one)
¾ c. honey
3 lg. eggs
½ c. heavy cream
2 tsp. white vinegar
1 to 2 tsp. flake sea salt, for finishing
1. Have ready the frozen or refrigerated pastry-lined 9-inch pie pan.
2. Position a rack in the center of the oven and preheat the oven to 375°.
3. In a medium bowl, stir the melted butter, sugar, cornmeal, salt, and vanilla paste.
4. Stir in the honey and the eggs one at a time, followed by the heavy cream and vinegar.
5. Remove the pie shell from the refrigerator or freezer, place on a rimmed baking sheet, and strain the filling through a fine-mesh sieve directly into the pie shell (or strain it into a separate bowl and then pour it into the shell).
6. Bake on the middle rack of the oven for 45-50 minutes, rotating 180 degrees when the edges start to set, 30-35 minutes through baking.
7. The pie is finished when the edges are set and puffed up high and the center is no longer liquid but looks set like gelatin and is golden brown on top.
8. Allow to cool completely on a wire rack, 2-3 hours.
9. Sprinkle with flaky sea salt.
10. Reheat or serve at room temperature. (The pie will keep for 4 days in the refrigerator or at room temperature for 2 days.)
The Four & Twenty Blackbirds Pie Book is available at amazon.com, $19. Too lazy to bake? Taste the real thing at Four & Twenty Blackbirds, 439 Third Avenue, at 8th Street, Gowanus (718-499-2917 or birdsblack.com).birdsblack.com

I LOVE HALLOWEEN--DON'T JUDGE!!!!!

 

There's not much I don't like about Halloween...there are costumes and

cute little kids, scary witches and evil monsters. Wow  that almost sounds

like my days at the KWTV newsroom , or even worse, the car pool line.

You know who you are!!! Seriously it's great fun, and there is candy. Come

on...you know you used to dip into your childs plastic pumkin and score a

few miniature Snickers and Kit Kats. 

 

The kids are gone...so I decided a few years ago to get a little more sophisticated.

 

 

Is that a little too much? . I kind of like it ...it has a slight Latin flair. I have a

huge collection of Witches. Hmmm...that seems to be a recurring theme of

mine , doesn't it?  But I've honed down the collection of witches from my

annual Witchy Woman party for my news friends and stuck with a vintage theme.

 

 

Kind of like that  vibe. I've trimmed down, cut down and limited my

Halloween decorating to the bare bones.

 

Here's one of the planters outsidethe front door that I have been growing since

the first of September. Two crotons on sale, my summer sweet potato plant,

a couple of mums and a pie pumkin. Easy on the budget and I will switch

out for Thanksgiving. Plus I added some black spirally branches from Ikea.

 

 

Well Happy Halloween Ya'all.

 

 

 

Just sayin'. My quote....your mantra.!!!! 

CASTING FRIDAY....DO YOU KNOW SOMEONE WHO'S A REAL WITCH!!!!

DO YOU KNOW ANY REAL WITCHES!!!

Of course you do....don't we all!!!! Sometimes even the sweetest of us
has got to fess up that we're just a  few flying monkeys away from being
the witch from hell. However if you really are a witch...not just someone who
acts like one...have I got the gig for you.

A major tv network is looking for real live witches and wiccans for a new
docu series.So if you practice witchcraft (and not just throwing the occasional
spell around)  they are looking for you. Do you fit the mold ? Do you have an
interesting story to tell?  They want to know.

So whether you're in our out of the broom closet  and you're over 25  you can
apply (male and female)   send your information to casting@tfcasting.com

Include your name, contact number, city and state, brief description of
your Wiccan or witchcraft practices and tell them why you would be great
for the show.

IF THE BROOM FITS RIDE IT!!!!!

CASTING FRIDAY...MALE AND FEMALE TV HOSTS!!!!

They always said you should have your own show. You are just
that quick on your feet and good looking. So we wanted to tell you
and your friends about an opportunity. Be sure and get your info in
before OCT 20th.

A major television network is searching the country for a good looking male
and female aged 20-26. But you can't just be gorgeous, you also have to be
funny and charismatic. All ethnicities are welcome to apply. Kind of helps
if you know movies and have lots to say about them.

Send you name, age, city you live in, contact number, brief bio, recent photo
(jpeg)  , a demo reel if you have it  and background (if any)in hosting .
moviehostcasting@gmail.com
Share this with your friends!!

CASTING FRIDAY....BUSINESS WOMEN!!!!!!

Are you a Rock Star Business Woman? Does the word mogul describe your
success? Are you the  star of a thriving company? If you have that swagger you'll
want to know that a major tv production company is searching nationwide for
YOU. All I can say is Bethany ...she stole her Skinny Girl company for millions
through shameless promotion.

It's going to be a reality show about powerful, driven women. If that describes
you the girl who like to work hard and play hard  and compete head to tow with
the guys then you need to send your
info to:
femalesincharge@gmail.com

Tell them your name, age , contact phone numbers, city you live in, a brief bio
on you and your company and tell them why you'd be great for the show. Be sure\
and send a pic (jpeg)

HOW TO BE HOT AT MIDDLE AGE!!!!

 

 

 

Raquel Welch is 73 !!! That's right....73!!! Just recently seen at a pre Emmy

party. You have got to give this lady credit. she looks fabulous. Sure , we all

know she's probably had a little plastic surgery. But it looks fantastic.

 

Bravo Raquel!! You've still got it going on , girl. Boom Chick thought we all

needed a little sobering up after seeing this so we invited well known hair and makeup

stylist Larry Chowning to tell us how to be a hot chick at middle age. Larry is

an expert . Not only is he huge on the Miss America circuit...he keps it real for

gals way past Miss America .

 

 

 

http://youtu.be/FTUBqIEO9QcLarry Chowning

 

 To get an appointment with Larry in Oklahoma City call 405-206-9328

   
 

BREAKING UP WITH PINTEREST........ BITCHES!!!!

 

Gone are the  days of breaking up with a face-to-face confrontation, or
keying his car or even  renting a hateful  billboard. Oh, no. Breaking up today
has to be even more creative. It's Pinterest, baby!!!! So get out the glue gun,
hoist out the craft supplies and break up  like you mean it!!!!!


YOU USED TO PUT A SPELL ON ME



Nothing says I hate your ass like a voodoo doll. I prefer ones
with bright colors, errant hair and googly eyes. They're
are easy to make and inexpensive (just like your old boyfriend)
Just take scraps of material and go for it.. Feel free to
rip up his Armani suits and silk ties. Quality counts when you
do the voodoo. Stick pins in them,
attach messages to them. He's gonna think you're crazy ....but
he's also going to be scared shitless. Hey who doesn't love a crazy
bitch, after all?

.

TIE A SNARKY BANNER 'ROUND THE OLD OAK TREE

 

 

 

 

We all know and love Pinterest for making the pendant banner a

daily pick-me-up. He saw them at your nephews birthday and
waved them for his fave sports team. He knew you had a freak flag...
but he'll be shocked as hell when he sees this one flying. Pinterest...
you. taught me well

 

 

 

NOT YOUR BIGGEST FAN THESE DAYS

 

 

 

Don't we all dream of someone fanning us gently and feeding

us grapes (peeled of course) . But if your former honey is

feeding you a line of bullshit it's time to make it known.

Make a pretty paper fan and show him you will no longer be

blowing smoke up his ass!!!

 

 

DRINK UP BITCHES WITH..... HIT THE ROAD JACK

 

 

 

Who doesn't drool over the recipes of Pinterest or wish we were

having that effortless party . But instead of wishing you had another

life...get one. Here's  a simple drink you can make and give to

him called .......HIT THE ROAD JACK. Let him drink it....tell him to

drive responsibly and take the highway to hell straight out of your life.

 

1 shot of  Jack Daniels

Sweet and Sour mix (splash)

Triple Sec

Diet Coke to taste

 

 

WITCHY WOMAN KISS OFF

 

 

 

Sometimes breaking up calls for desperate measures. Being subtle

doesn't seem to work. But you don't have to throw all his clothes

out the window or put his sports car on Craig's list. Just keep it

simple, unlike the insane relationship you've been having for the

last two years. And nothing says it better than this little message.

Buh bye!!!!!

  

CASTING FRIDAY--GORDON RAMSEY IS LOOKING FOR YOU!!!

The bad boy of all things culinary is on the lookout again. This
time he's looking for aspiring restaurateurs for season two of the
hit show Food Court Wars.

So put on your chef coat and your big girl knickers...cuz' Ramsey is
one tough cook-ie. But if you have an amazing idea for a food court
restaurant or maybe you already have one and want to bring it to the
world of mall food courts. Do you think you can knock out the
competition and meet Ramsey's harsh standards?

If so and if you have "locally inspired " cuisine send it to:
FoodCourtWars@theColinCompany.com
Tell them your name, and name of your teammate. City zip that you
live in.  A bio about you and your teammate is also a must with reasons you'd
be great for the show. Send a photo of you and your  teammate (jpeg)
and you're on your way. Happy Cooking Good Looking!!!!!

CATHOLIC WOMEN WANTED FOR NEW TV SHOW!!!!

Not often the devout get a chance to be paraded in front of
the tv cameras. Which is perhaps a big mistake....too much
Miley, not enough Mother Theresa. Anyway Catholic gals
here's your chance to shine.

They' re looking for young, dynamic Catholic women of all
ranges of the "faith" scale from those on the fringe to total
religious women. If you have an exciting life or share your faith
on your everyday journey ...these producers want to know.

Be sure and send your name, location, age, a photo (jpg) and write about your life and
your journey with faith. 

email catholiccasting@gmail.com .  Prayin' for ya!!!


 

THIGH GAP IS THE NEW BODY CRAZE.... WTF!!!!!

 



Apparently teenage girls have a new goal to add to their top
ten list of achievements. Along with getting into Stanford ,
writing their best selling novel before age 18 and dating Justin
Bieber, they have added thigh gap to their list.

For those of us who are new to this concept...and new to the
reality that there are some people who actually have thighs that you
can see through, this is startling. You have to be pretty lean to have
a gap between your thighs, and I think most of us will agree that
for many it's impossible. Teenage girls don't need to feel bad about
their bodies, they feel bad about everything. Giving up eating so their
friends will envy their Milly Cyrus legs will cause nothing but pain.

When we were teenagers we worried about lots of things. It goes with
the territory. Getting good boobs and learning how to get boys to like
you seemed to occupy most of my friends time. But thighs. Never. I mean
how much time do you actually think about your thighs? When I first read
about this I thought it  said  Tai...and I was way on my way to planning a
nice Asian dinner.

If your thighs bother you, put on some baby powder.  They won't rub. Maybe
it's time anyway to give up the Daisy Duke's. Probably is.

Boy we really screw those teenagers up, don't we? Photo
shop images that make everyone look like a waif are not only wrong, they
send out a reckless standard that most girls will never be able to live
up to. But then who the hell cares about thigh gap ? I don't , you don't. But
sadly, they do.

I always remembr Ann Landers (that dates me here) saying that we all had a
perfect body , once upon a time. It reaches perfection when you're about
nineteen and fast asleep. A lot of good that did us!!

Show them this video . I love it. It says it all.   Then tell that teenager
that she's beautiful. because she is!!!!

http://youtu.be/iYhCn0jf46U

TV SHOW LOOKING FOR WORST CHEF IN AMERICA!!!!! CASTING FRIDAY

 

 

I would love to nominate myself. But honestly I have to admit I keep

'em coming back. Sure it may just be my family...but so far I haven't actually

poisoned anyone (although I did come close that Christmas morning with

the  undercooked egg casserole)

 

Do you know someone who might fit in this category? Here's the chance to

get paid for something you can't do. Hmmmm.Come to think of it I know quite

a few people who are doing just that.  If you know someone...or you are that

disaster in the kitchen contact WorstCooks@TheConlinCompany.com

 

 

Include you name (or name of the person you are nominating), contact phone number,

occupation, age , city or state , reasons why you're nominating them, picture. Let

it all out, tell them about those near misses in the kitchen, the horrible combinations they

served, the nauseating concoctions. The more gruesome the better. Good Luck!!!!

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

DID BEING MOMMY COME WITH A CAREER BASHING ?????

Most of us would honestly say the best and the hardest job in the world
is being a Mom. But at the end of the day, sitting at the autumn of our lives,
was it the best choice to make it your only job? I'm talking about careers here,
not family. No need to ever regret one little frosted cupcake or pine cone reindeer
bird feeders lathered with peanut butter. I get that. We all do. But honestly did
staying home and cutting down your career hurt you in the long run?

I always had this feeling of panic because I was in television. Television, as
we all know, is a young persons game (no offense Barbara Walters--you rock).
So I jumped  at every chance I had to freelance with my buddies  Brian Sweet  and
Holly sweet as a field producer. It kept me in the business and I also started 
doing some pr and marketing and had my own health tv show for a while. I
probably didn't make much, just sort of kept my head above water. But I kept
my contacts and my desire. I honestly needed that. Homeroom uber  moms were
just another world to me. I tried really hard (honest ) but I'm just not that kind of
person. I need adrenaline and I need men co workers.

In retrospect I think I actually did something right. I work steadily now and I
love it. I'm well paid and I work pretty much with all guys. Life is good. It kills
me when I see well qualified women who were professionals trying to get back
in the job market. It's rough out there. But this route isn't for everyone. There are
women who do the Mom role perfectly and when the chickens have left the nest ...
seamlessly volunteer or travel and enjoy their friends. What do you think? help or Hurt?

Check out this article from the New York Times. It says it all.

 

.http://www.nytimes.com/2013/08/11/magazine/the-opt-out-generation-wants-back-in.html?pagewanted=all&_r=0

CASTING FRIDAY....LOOKING FOR THE CUTEST KIDS EVER FOR NEW NATIONAL TV SHOW!!!!

I know you know the cutest kids ever. They could be your nieces or nephews
...or grand kids. Now is the time to speak up and send the info on these little
darlings to people who will actually pay them for being cute. Are we talking
college funds here???

A new show is in the works from the producers of America Idol and America's
Got Talent. We are talking big time here. They are looking for kids age 4-8...
they don't have to be talented just CUTE!! So if you know some child who is
always the center of attention because they are unbelievably adorable...it's
your chance to do something really nice.
Send info to cutekidscasting@gmail.com
Be sure to include:1.  Name of parent or legal guardian of child
2.  Contact phone number for parent or legal guardian
3.  Name of child
4.  Age of child
5.  City/State where you live
6.  Recent photo of child (jpg format please)

 

SHOULD THIS REPORTER HAVE BEEN FIRED FOR HER BLOG????

 

This is Shea Allen, a reporter in Huntsville , Alabama. She recently got fired because
of her  post on her blog, Confessions of a Red Headed Reporter.

First of all, Shea, if you're a reporter your first job is to leave your own prejudices alone
and tell a story based on the fact. That's a  little hard to do when your opinions are blasted
all over  a blog.

Personally I don't give a crap that you've gone bra-less on the air. Who cares. The fact
that your best stories come from people that have a crush on you is something else I
wouldn't be advertising. Not cool.  The fact that you complained that you were
sitting in a car doing nothing getting paid as low as a McDonalds manager would
was tacky and demeaning. The final insult  was that  you actually said and I quote
"I'm frightened of old people and  refuse to do stories on them or the places they reside."
Really?

As someone who has had the privilege of being a journalist for thirty eight years I have
been so grateful to have been a part of  people's lives. I have been there at the best of times
and the worst of times. I have seen ordinary people do the extraordinary and have seen
more love and compassion than a person could ever hope to see. I have talked to mothers
whose children were dying and death row inmates that were scheduled to be executed
the next day.I have also seen evil so terrifying that it made my skin crawl.

I have seen old people, yes,  Shea old people, with an unbelievable dignity and stories
that would make you weep . That's the pay- back for being a reporter. Obviously you're
missing out. Yes, one day, you too will be an old lady and perhaps you might even be
working at McDonalds. Frankly I would have fired your ass too.

But here's the thing...she's being interviewed by the national news media and will probably
end up on her feet with a six figure salary. Go figure!!!!!

WHAT IS THE MOST IMPORTANT CHARACTERISTIC IN A WOMAN???YOU'LL BE SUPRISED!!!

OH BABY!!!!

A poll just came out from Sixty Minutes and Vanity Fair....two partners you
wouldn't really think of together. They asked men and women what they thought
were the most important female traits. Here they are...and they WILL surprise
you.


38% Being a Good Mom
30% Brains
18% Sense of Humour
3% Ability to cook
3% Healthy sex drive
2% Physical Beauty

Not really buying this. Hooray ...they like brainy women. Kudos that a sense of
humour is a big thing...but seriously we are talking about men and they have
physical beauty and a health sex drive as the bottom two characteristics. Am I
in some alternative universe here? or did women tear up all the men's answers?
This is crazy. What do you think

Of course when they asked women they had one simple request.....40 year old doctor
who was a moderate drinker that looked like Patrick Dempsey. Now that poll I can
believe!!!

CASTING FRIDAY....SHE'S A RICH GIRL....!!!!!!

Do you know some Princess type girls that are living the life? You know the
girls who have everything...Mom and Dad give her everything? If so the
producers of The Real Housewives of Beverly Hills are looking for her.
Wealthy Girl Living a Luxurious Lifestyle , if that fits her description..that's
exactly what they want.  So if you know that girl.....and she's a fun, fabulous
girl over 21 nominate her to
richgirlcasting@gmail.com
Be sure to include:1.  Your name (first and last)
2.  Contact phone number
3.  City/State where you live
4.  A brief description of you, your lifestyle, and why you'd be great for this show
5.  Recent photo (jpg format please)

Good chance to get that gal out of your life and on her way to Hollywood
funded by a rich tv show.

THE GRANDMA NAME GAME....HAVE YOU PICKED YOUR MONIKER YET?

I WILL NOT ANSWER TO MEE-MAH!!!

My sarcastic, hilariously funny first born told me decades ago that
when he had children, he would tell them to call me Mee-Mah. This is
a major threat . I take this as seriously as global warming and the government
spying on my cell phone. Whaaaat!!!! I'm no Mee-mah. I still like the
feel of the wind whipping my hair in a convertible and I can still grove a
move or to on the dance floor.  OMG this is a big big threat.

So to pull a fast one on him and get prepared for the inevitable I decided I
would name myself. Hey, I work in tv. I'm creative. I checked around with
lots of other people and apparently I'm not alone. My sister in law hit a
home run straight away when her granddaughters started calling her cha-cha...
sounds alomost like Zsa Zsa, as in  Gabor. Not bad.  My sisters step grandkids
call her Granny B. I see a rap song with that one Then I found out Kim
Kardashians mom, Kris,  decided she would be called "lovey. Of course she did.

It's funny really. A good friend Terri, decided she would be Bon-Bon. Who
wouldn't love that!! Then there's Happy, and Bebe, and Momo and Mamma Jamma
( I think that's one of my aerobic songs), Momsy, Noni, Snuggums and Honey
are also Grandma names.

Of course there's the traditional way to go. My mum is English ...so it's Nana. Then
there's Abuela, Grandmere, Nonna and a hosts of names that proudly display the
families ethnic background. Then there's the hip way to go.

Sometimes things can go downhill fast ,though. Take for example my othe sister-in-law
and her partner Katrina.  They wanted their granddaughters to call the Sitti (Lebanese
word for Grandmother) and CoCo . The son quickly pointed out that the kids would
probably end up calling them Shitty and Caca. I crack up everytime  I think of that one.

Maybe I'm a little premature. I am way into Grandma age...but not one of my kids is
even dating anyone that seriously. It is a parade of grifriends and boyfriends. I have
stopped getting too attached. Relationships don't always work out and my heart is
broken once again. LOL.

I've put my name on reserve (just in case). It's top secret. And truthfully when it comes
down to it, it probably won't even matter what they call you. But just in case
Mee-Mah is off the table.

What's your Grandma name???

CASTING FRIDAY.....LOOKING FOR HOST FOR SHOPPING NETWORK!!!!

DO YOU HAVE WHAT IT TAKES GUYS AND GALS???

QVC is looking for male and female hosts to hawk wares on tv
Do you have a background in TV, radio, live events? Are you savvy on all social
media platforms? Most important are you friendly, credible, fun, sincere and
have a great sense of style and fashion?

You would have to move to Chester, PA.....but this could shoot your on air career
into orbit. Send your name, contact number, city and state where you live, resume,
headshot (jpg format) and link to any online video which shows off your hosting abilities to
QChostcasting@gmail.com.

Pass this on, share it with your facebook friends. Have a great weekend!!!

A PARTY GAME FOR HORRIBLE PEOPLE!!!!!

It is exactly what it says.....a card game for horrible people. Given to me
by my savvy niece Michelle Lee, and throroughly enjoyed by some of my
favorite naughty people at a restaurant before dinner. It is the most inappropriate,
politically incorrect, hide-your-head-in-shame game. And I love it.!!!!

I don't know about you but I'm tired of worrying about hurting everyones feelings.
Tired of carefully editing every word before it travels at G-force speed from my
brain to my mouth.  That gets exhausting. So it feels good
to let it out with a plethora of crazy insensitive words and make up sayings that are
going to make you laugh or cringe...or most likely both.

This is not a game you'll want to play with Mom and Dad...although my own Mom
shocks me all the time . Last week in London she accidentally got co-mingled with
a group protesting the elimination of public hair. That sounds hilarious with a
British accent. Seriously this is a fun game for you most sarcastic, witty, uninhibited
friends.

The combinations of word and wit will dazzle you!!! And the good news is ...you can
get updates. You can buy this on Amazon. I can't imagine any store brave enough to carry it.

CASTING FRIDAY----A HELLISH GIG!!!!!

Fox's hit , Hell's Kitchen, is looking for a few good chefs. Of course, being
with scary , yet sort of bad-boy cool Gordon Ramsey, is part of the package. If
you like being yelled at continually and constantly degraded, this is the
gig for you. Seriously, if you are a chef with passion, this could be the break
of your life. Ramsey or no Ramsey.

If your interested send your name, contact info, city and state you live in,
a recent photo ( jpg format) and a  written paragraph or two with the
reason why you should be the next great chef, how passionate you are about
cooking and your culinary experience.

Send to hellskitchen@theconlincompany.com

Definately something to get fired up about!!! The heat is on baby!!!







HAVE YOU EVER DONE ANYTHING THAT"S SO WRONG IT'S
EATING YOU ALIVE?

Do you feel guilty for sabotaging you BFF, sleeping with you sisters
boyfriend or causing someone to lose their job?
or
Has social media or sexting ruined you or  have you been Catfished?
Have you been falsely accused of something?

Here's your chance to set things right.  Contact newstarttvshow@gmail.com
Give them your name, location, age, and recent pic. Tell them all about the
incident.

This will be produced for network cable by an Emmy winning production
company. Good luck!!! The truth will set you Free!!!

FAT FIGHTERS IN YOUR FUTURE!!!!

 

 

It always brings a sigh of relief when you hear about a new drug that will
help you fight the battle of the bulge. Great you say. Now I can have a
Krispy Kreme once in a while and put the whipped cream back on that
Frappicinno. Not so fast ......

The American Academy of Family Physicians is going to step up their program
to make sure all adults and children are screened for obesity. In other words
 they've got your back ...with the extra fat on it ,not to mention your waistline .
 Ouch. 

In 2012 the U.S. Preventative Task Force issued a recommendation that all
 adults be screened for obesity. That means a body index of 30 kg/m2 or greater.
 At this point you may be wondering if that means you. Pretty sure it is if you
have to ask. So find out. Face the reality. Your family doctors are endorsing this
 so don’t be surprised if the issue of weight comes up. Hey they’re just trying
to help you not insult you. After all obesity (which is 30% over the ideal weight
 for your height) causes cardiovascular disease type 2 diabetes and even various
 types of cancer.

Of course cutting back on the food and pumping up the exercise would solve
that. Duh. But that's where the problem lies. It's easier of say it than actually
do it. The American of Sports Medicine is recommending that adults perform
at least  150 minutes of moderate intensity exercise per week. Minimum and
in muscle strength coordinating exercise that involve all muscle groups...   

There are several drugs on the horizon that the health field is considering.
 Let’s review the good the bad and the ugly.

 First there's Oristate. Also know as Alli. It's over the counter and is used in

conjunction with a reduced calorie diet. It's famous for oil spotting. Whaaat??

It's $150.00 a month. Second in the line up is Lorcaserin .Again this is an adjunct

 to a reduced calorie diet. This aids weight loss. It was initially denied approval

because the health risks outweighed the benefits. Like orlistat, locaserin is

indicated for obese patients with at least on weight related problem like diabetes

 or hypertension. In the studies 47% of the participants lost at least 5% of their

 body weight. You do the math. It is approved but not yet available pending a

 decision to designate it as a controlled substance. When it is available it will

cost $120.00 a month.

 

Next is Phentermin topiramate . You may remember phentermine for some

fast weight loss and scary heart problems from a decade ago.  Topiramate is

an anti convulsant drug.  Wow, that really takes the sting oout...right?. Originally

 this  was not approved by the FDA because of potential adverse effects like

 increased  heart rate depression and suicidal  thoughts. Great, just what we

all need to worry about....as if fitting in that bathing suit didn't do that already.

 As far as results go 70% of patients taking the recommended dose  lost at least

 5% of their body weight. It has to be discontinued gradually  because abrupt

cessation has been associated with seizures. Now that's enough to get me back

on the treadmill with a celery stalk.Cost when available will be 180 a month.

 Is it just me, but I see a scary outcome here.

 

I am at a loss for words. Why is it that drugs for erectile dysfunction only have

side effects  like  "if you have an erection for four hours go to the emergency room,"

which I'm sure would be a badge of honor around all those cute nurses.  Yet one lousy

pill to peel off the pounds sounds like a death threat. Blaaaaa!!!!

 

TWO NEW SUMMER TV SHOWS NOT TO MISS!!!!

 

 

 

 

 

There is usually a horrible let down after the last finales of my

favorite tv shows are gone. Sorry people, tv is my job and one of

my secret pleasures. But I've found you a couple of new ones and

some old ones that I think you might like.

 

I mean who doesn't love Gillian Anderson. Since the X files , she's

been pretty scarce. But lo and behold she's in a dark, sexy, perverted

(is there any other kind) BBC drama that zapped right on to Netflix.

It's called The Fall (2013). You have to admire a gal who's the head

police chick who see a hunky looking detective and says "I'm staying

at the Hilton, room 203" and he shows up . I mean number one who would

have the nerve to say that and number two, they would probably reply,

"Of course, I'll have the police reports sent straight over."If you like Dexter

it has a huge serial killer element. I'm dazzled that it left BBC and flew

straight over to Netflix.

 

Second The Motive. An older female detective. I really don't like police

stuff that much. I'm so CSI'd out. But this one is cool and she's savvy. And

there's some some sexual tension and adolescent kids. Plus the right-of-the

bat they tell you who the killer is and the victim.

 

OK. Time for my dirty little secrets. I started watching ABC family when

my writing buddy and I were doing research . I'm hooked. So glad to see

Pretty Little Liars...and now there's a new one called Twisted.  Interesting

premise.

 

So Break out the out the popcorn  and give them a spin. tell me what you

think and give me some more suggestions. It's gonna be a freaking long

hot summer

 

 



 

 



 

CASTING FRIDAY>>>CALLING IT QUITS !!!!

If you're calling it quits and you don't want to see your
attorney getting all the benefits you might want to consider
being part of a new Bravo show. Nationwide search is going on for
separated and divorcing couples to receive free mediation from a
top pro. Your assets will be appraised and a legal team will step in and
help you move on with your life.  Plus, there is compensation if you're
selected to be on the show.

Send your info to info@cornwellcasting.com
Be sure to include:1.  Your name (first and last)
2.  Contact phone number
3.  City/State where you live
4.  A brief description of your current marital situation
5.  Recent photo(s) (jpg format please)

YOU HAVE TO SEE THE MOVIE HOT FLASHES!!!!!

Saw the movie tonight at the Dead Center Film Festival in Oklahoma City. It was
terrific. The best dialogue and story line ever with some of the most amazing and
unlikely stars.

You'll love this free spirited movie about a bunch of over- the- hill chicks who want
to 'save the local mammogram unit by reuniting as a basketball team and taking on
the young champions. Rough stuff by an unlikely crew. The characters are razor sharp
and the dialogue is real. There are no fancy houses with Nancy Meyers picture-perfect
interiors. The jokes are real, the women are real and the movie is a triumph. All
made for around five million (which is cheap for a feature film) and get this ....it was
written by a man,

You'll love it. It's coming to theatres across the country on July 12th. Get your peeps and
go see it. You'll love it.

Just to give you a sample here's the teaser.

www.youtube.com/watch?v=qadn8xSJ0zE

WHO ARE YOU???? WHEN DO YOU STOP BEING A BABE??

 

 

 

Last weekend was a crazy busy one for me. Sent to Texas for the ricin

story...then back to Oklahoma for tornado's. Whew...that would have made

the twenty year old version of my self exhausted. But it was a confusing

weekend too.

 

 First of all I stopped for caffeine at McDonalds somewhere

in  Texas and the girl (without me asking) gave me a senior discount.

OUCH!!

 

Then on the way home a convertible of three dudes kept keeping pace with

my car and telling me to roll down the window. I  thought parts of my car were

falling off so I did and they all yelled "show me your tits". What was this

Mardi Gras?...and were some of these men blind?. Hope it wasn't the driver.Now

this is confusing to me.

 

At what age are you suddenly not a babe...and become a senior citizen?

 

 

Seriously I still feel pretty young. I can keep up with anyone if I really want to.

I seriously amaze myself alot of the time. But I don't think my body is cool with

that. Too many 20 hour days and I get a cold, or feel like I've been run over by a truck!!

 

So what to do? How do you know? Is there an Age cut off?I think a reality check is in order.

 

You are still a babe if once a year someone whistles at you or says "I had no idea you

were _??___. You look at least twenty years younger.

 

If you still have dreams about your life and your career and you work toward those

goals.

 

If at least one man in your life, present or past tells you you're beautiful and you

believe it.

 

If you still love music and are not afraid to dance around the house in pure joy.

 

 

If you're still in love with love.

 

 

You are a senior if hipsters and young people annoy the hell out of you.

 

If you never ever change your mind over anything

 

If your health is your main concern...always.

 

If you've given up and settle.

 

If you believe love is for the young only

 

 

It's your choice ladies!!!! It has nothing to do with age, You can be

80 and still be young and heart.  As for me I'll forget that the little girl at McDonalds\

thought I was a senior citizen. And the cat calls from the convertible are my this years

validation. I'll take it where I can get it!!!!!.

 

As we used to say in our cheerleading squad. Knockers Up Ladies!!!

 

PINK POODLES FOREVER !!!!!!!!

MY ALL TIME FAVORITE SUMMER DRINK-MAKE IT YOURS!!!!

 

Perfect for summer days, lounging at the pool, wallowing in heartbreak, celebrating a

big win or a new love. This stuff is good for everything. And the best thing about it is that

because it's pink and it's called a pink poodle...no man in sight will ever want to take your drink

away or mess with the ingredients that go in it. So enjoy!!! I actually made this one up.

 

Ingredients:

 

One pretty glass

Fill with ice cubes

One shot of vodka

One shot of Lemoncello

Add pink lemonade or strawberry lemonade

 

 

It;s delicious and can be made in a big beverage dispenser.

SALUT!!!

 

 

 

TUSCAN ADVENTURE PART DEUX

by Katrina and Michelle

May 24, 2013

We awoke to a downpour this morning. Quite a bit cooler and most of us do not have quite enough outerwear. This did not stop the prompt rendezvous of all 17 for coffee and croissants AND our practice session. Without pause, we turned on the "Mamma Mia" tune and began our rehearsal softly so as not to disturb sleeping guests. Three run-throughs and we feel ready for tonight. Even the staff is looking forward to this closely guarded secret.

I haven't touched so much on our colleagues. This group has become a close and warm gathering of friends. We change places at each meal to become better acquainted with every person. There is constant laughter and this production effort was accepted unanimously without hesitation by any single individual. I think it rare that we might build these bonds as rapidly as we have and there is much care taking of one another. I am certain Michelle and I will visit with several of these friends in the future.

Patty and Bill have provided a unique, adventurous and fulfilling vacation. We all understand that we a piece of their personal life tour. This part of Tuscany is breathtakingly beautiful and the local residents have been warm and gracious. We were, perhaps, most surprised by the shear amount of food that would be offered to us. Having said that, each venue has been different from the one before it. All of our chef, winery, shopping and "factory" hosts are good friends of the Sutherlands, not simply a source of income.

Our final culinary instruction was held at Belagaggio Agriturismo, a villa owned by a wealthy landowner in Montefollonico.  Five guest room apartments are open to the public as is the main grotto for wedding and other large gala celebrations. The home and gardens are the most beautiful we have seen this trip. There are olive fields, sheep herds and a vineyard. We had three generations from this family - grandmother, mother and daughter - guide us through our cooking tasks. As with all other recipes, there is no exact measurement of any ingredient. They just keep saying you cannot fail. The ricotta/spinach stuffed squash blossoms were dipped in a light batter and fried. We made three different thin-crust  pizzas and an eight- layer lasagna with a delectable meat sauce. One would think that with eight layers of pasta this would be overwhelming heavy. Not so. It was the lightest lasagna I have ever ingested. Tiramisu with espresso-soaked vanilla wafers concluded this culinary feast. As usual, we were served at an elegantly set table with flat and bubbly water, red and white wine. I think the Sutherlands saved the most beautiful setting for last.

The table in the dining room at La Chiusa was strewn with wine glasses and flowers. A bubbly Proseco was served when our group arrived in the week's dressiest attire. This was graduation night. An eight course dinner was far from overwhelming. Each course was very small, beautifully presented and oh so delicioso! Following the antipasti course Michelle rose and pushed the "play" button on the iPad. The melody from "Mamma  Mia" filled the dining room. In a wave from center table to the ends we arose, donned our culinary aprons and began our Tuscan Broadway production. The staff emerged from the kitchen, the other guests quieted down and we burst into song. The confused expressions on Patty and Bill's faces showed that this interruption did not instantly resonated with them. Once we truly had launched they realized they were being serenaded. Tears, embarrassment and laughter followed. We were thrilled for our few days of work paid off.  Bill acknowledged that NO other class had ever honored them this way. We felt warmed by their response. Toasts ensued. As did the operatic voice our of Chinese colleague, 

I-Lin, who sang both an Italian and Chinese stanza from operas. We were in awe. Yes, we were among extraordinary and talented people.

Bill reminded us each day in class that a diploma was awaiting only those who had passed the rigors of his culinary school. We were honored with 100% success when he bestowed Patty's artistically designed diplomas upon each participant.

La Chiusa surprised us with an African drummer, one of their staff. This young, very dark-skinned man teaches disabled men in Siena to play the drums. He involved us in the drum playing, and we all joined in with dance moves. If only you could have seen the smile and pride his face displayed while treating us to a taste of his culture. This went on 'til way past midnight. A farewell and warm affection was exchanged by all who might depart before breakfast.

 

CASTING FRIDAY IS YOUR KITTY A TERMINATOR????I

DO YOU HAVE THE CAT FROM HELL???? I've seen a
few little boogers on Facebook (hmmhmm Don Sherry LOL)
Is your cat driving you and everyone else bonkers? You can get
some help for you cat by a noted catguru and have him star on
national tv in the tv hit show from Animal Planet My Cat From Hell.
From all our dog lover friends any cat could well qualify. tee hee..

They are looking for cats that used to be good, and are now out of control. (did
they say teenagers?) You can get back the kitty you love with the help of a
top cat behaviorist.


Send to hellcatscasting@gmail.com your name,contact information,
your cats name and breed and age. Also tell them about your cats behaviour
problems and your family and why you want to let your cat out of the
bag literally. Send pics of your family and your cat in jpeg.

Good luck!!!


Sorry Casting Friday is short this week. I have been covering the terrible
tornado in Moore for ABC. I am happy to say I saw many little scared cats and dogs
in the Home Depot holding area. What a great thing to do in reuiniting pets
with their families. And that just the top of the iceberg of what Home Depot did. 


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