full vintage girl

I found something cool as I was looking for inspiration in photos of vintage girls. I came across this cool babe from Fullerton Vintage, a motorscooter shop in the OC. I have always wanted a scooter. I'd like if Dad could build something rad for me! My Dad builds hot rods and cool stuff.

where is drew carey anyways?

he is so funny.

I'm watching "Who's Line is it Anyway?" and the snow has finally settled down for the night. This this the best show, it is genius, simple, whitty, fun and smart. It makes me laugh so fucking hard.

I like the games they play.
I think they are fun.
This is my favorite part:

"everything is made up and the points don't matter"

pants off party

My invite is on its way I guess...

"I have a Jager machine in my bus and one in the dressing room. I also have a new dressing-room rule, which I started over the summer: You must remove one article of clothing- your pants, your top- ore else you are not allowed in my dressing room. So in order to come back and dance and party you gotta take off some clothing. That gets the fucking party started so quick. Everyone’s walking around topless, and shit’s going, music’s bumping, girls are dancing on the table, and you’re like, Okay this is perfect."

- Tommy Lee tells the new issue of Playboy

thanks betsy

My darling love, Ms. Betsy J. is planning a limited-edition design collaboration with an undisclosed retailer. Yahooooooooooooooooo! She's reducing costs on her next runway show and creating a recession proof line of clothes that are more affordable for kids like us.

“Nobody really needs new clothing, so what people will buy will have to be something special and tied into a more emotional connection, it needs to feel as if it’s something you don’t already have in your closet.”

the promiscuous economist reader

This week the Economist published an interesting article entitled "Sex and the Citizen'. It showed a detailed breakdown of what countries are the most promiscuous. I found it interesting. They surveyed 14,000 people in 48 countries. Questions ranged from "how many one-night stands have you had?" to" is sex without love acceptable, or sex with casual partners?". Researchers gathered the answers and determined the results. I found the comments on the article to be quite interesting!

It's a bit funny actually. Finland and New Zealand rank highest and Bangladesh and Taiwan are the lowest. I'm pretty surprised that France, Italy and Australia were not closer to the top of the list! Boooya!

AND THE HOLIDAY CONTEST WINNER IS.......

Mary Mason from Waterloo, Ontario!!

This year we are all bombarded by pressure to give and spend money, all the while facing difficult times in the economy & job market. Take a moment to read Mary's touching holiday memory, it brought tears to my eyes. Remember, just because you don't have money or a big family around, there is always opportunity to share, give and spread joy to others.

Mary is the proud winner of Organza gift set thanks to Givenchy. Organza highlights the femininity of every woman- that of the mother and the lover. Organza awakens the goddess within and is the perfect fragrance for an exceptional and timeless woman as it combines elegance, richness and purity.
Congratulations Mary! Thank you to everyone who sent in holiday memories. Stay tuned for more contest giveaway's in 2009!

Mary's Touching Story

Most Meaning Full Christmas:

As we head into the holiday season and we worry about economical uncertainty I would like to share my most meaning full Christmas that my children still talk about today and one that changed our lifes for ever.

I was recently divorced from a 23 year marriage, had just entered back into the work force after being an “at home mom” and money was very tight. With no extended family to celebrate Christmas with I was feeling alone. I had in the past always got through sad times by reaching out and helping others. So I talked an idea over with my children.

We would open our home to anyone we knew who would be alone for Christmas evening dinner. Instead of buying gifts we would use the money to prepare our Christmas celebration. We would prepare everything for supper in the morning and in the afternoon we would volunteer to help serve Christmas dinner to the needy at a local restaurant.

What a day! At the restaurant strangers arrived with cooked turkeys and prepared food offering to help. Small children sat with their families and were served this fabulous meal and to see their delight was amazing. There was music and laughter and such a sense of community spirit.

That evening we had 12 people to celebrate the love and caring of Christmas in our home. A wonderful evening that has become a Christmas tradition.

When my eldest daughter returned to school after the holidays her teacher asked each student to share a holiday story with the class. When she finished her story about our Christmas day her teacher was in tears.

We all can make a difference.

Merry Christmas, Mary Mason

feeling the friday-ness

the sun is shining in my window and
heating up my face. it warms me on the
inside and sets my thoughts in race. the
weekend is almost here and I'm longing
to enjoy it. the rest and relaxation, family,
friends. my thoughts escape my mind
and enter a new reality where can be free.

i'll have a second cup please

This is totally rad! My french press, (which I loved, thanks mum!) broke when I moved into my new condo. Yesterday, I got this amazing contraption from Second Cup. It is a french press on the go. I tested it out today and just like the packaging says, it really does keep your bevvy warm for two hours. I love it. Makes drinking coffee so enjoyable! Get one for your mama!

Giving is the Best Gift EVER!!

Last night I volunteered at an event I have mentioned several times to benefit of the Hospice of Peel. Networking for a Cause was a great success! I was selling tickets and spreading good cheer and THAT was the most fun I could have had.

After work I was feeling a bit down as I have a very close family member who has recently been in hospital and yesterday had to return for some tests which was very scary. I was not feeling like my energetic self. However, instead of staying home and feeling sad, down, or upset, I put on my winter gear and headed over to 244 Adelaide to help out with the event. This opened an HUGE opportunity for sharing and giving. I was instantly filled with joy to help others and raise money for families affected by terminal illness to enjoy a Christmas dinner or buy gifts for the children of the family.

It is a true fact that giving is its own gift. I gave my time and in return, (without asking) I received so much joy that everything else wonderful about the night was a genuine blessing. I met some great people and look forward to building those relationships.

Here's to the holidays!! Give & life!!

All the proceeds raised go directly towards the inaugural Give the Gift of Giving program. To learn more visit the Gift of Giving site here.

Oh, that's just what I was thinking!

I'm not reading Perez nearly as much as I used to but my RSS feed had this today and I totally needed to share it.

And my mind wanders........

the most patient man on earth

Now this is truly amazing. There is something savant about this man; he is the most patient little spider around!

Nothing is too small to be art, nothing is too small to be noticed. With this in mind, think about about all your actions, large or small are things and how much of an impact you have on the world. No action goes unnoticed within the universe! This man said teachers used to make him feel small and thus he began creating very mini sculptures. He has an exhibit in Liverpool,UK where you can only see all the beautiful sculptures through a microscope! Very cool :)

Needle Sized Art Very incredible story! Not only is this mans art cool but he got a ton of cash for it!

over capacity!! really?

It's been a hot hot day on Twitter! I've sent a few updates and been monitoring it fairly close today. Seems that there are a heap of active users Tweeting on this chilly Tuesday in Toronto. I was looking for someone when I got a message that Twitter is Over capacity!!

Today I started following The Toronto Star. Great source of news in real time, however, it would be really great if Canada had mobile updates. I really enjoyed getting the mobile updates of people I chose to follow on my phone. I's a shame that in Canada we are so behind the times in technology as well as style!!

this ones for my sister

Jenie met Benie in April 2006 at the MOD Club. This video and photo are from that day. She can play this on the guitar and does it so very beautiful. I'm thinking about you sister, love you. ♥

Hooters: I used to think about it when I was young...

and then....I tried on the outfit and it was perfect!
Don't ya think!!

Give the Gift of Giving

My friend Andrew is doing amazing things this year! Daniel is 20 years old and really making a difference in our world. Check out his inspiring interview on Daytime. The most touching part I found in the interview is that he sent out messages to about 15 people and went off to school and work and later that day over 1,000 people had been invited to attend the Networking for a Cause event. As I have shown with my actions and will continue to, it only takes one voice to start a movement. Another reason to watch, Daniel has an adorable accent!!

To RSVP to Networking for a Cause to benefit families in need and the Hospice of Peel go here.

You will have the opportunity to speed network with other business people, entrepreneurs and professionals and support a great cause. Included in the $20 minimum donation is a drink ticket, hors d'oeuvres and the opportunity to network with other conscious and compassionate business people.

All the proceeds will go towards the inaugural Give the Gift of Giving program which will use the donations to help families affected by terminal illness enjoy a Christmas dinner or buy gifts for the children of the family.

Read the stories of hope for the families we are reaching out to!

For more information visit the Give the Gift of Giving site ♥

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boney christmas

i love, love, love christmas music. something about it just puts a smile in my soul that resonates throughout by body and shines out light a bright ray of light. the dude dancing in this vid is totally awesome. the snow is falling on the streets and rooftops and there is magic in the air. this video takes a minute to load to let your patience be fair. it is worth it. boney, boney christmas! sing along and enjoy!

beautiful losers - make something from nothing

As kids you write, create, draw, you make things. I was constantly making things with Mum and my sister at the kitchen table or in the garage with Dad. I painted, sculpted, drew, cut, copy, paste, glue, paper mache, you name it, I was doing it. This film is a collection of stories from artists who all felt at times that they didn't fit in and now have shifted their ideology from being nerds, or weirdo's to cool nerds and creative people. I'm waiting on response to see about showings in Canada. This movie 'celebrates the spirit behind one of the most influential cultural moments of a generation.'

Beautiful Losers film trailer from beautifullosersfilm on Vimeo.

"In the early 1990's a loose-knit group of like minded outsiders found common ground at a little NYC storefront gallery. Rooted in the DIY (do-it-yourself) subcultures of skateboarding, surf, punk, hip hop & graffiti, they made art that reflected the lifestyles they led. Developing their craft with almost no influence from the "establishment" art world, this group, and the subcultures they sprang from, have now become a movement that has been transforming pop culture."

"Starring a selection of artists who are considered leaders within this culture, Beautiful Losers focuses on the telling of personal stories. It speaks to themes of what happens when the outside becomes "in" as it explores the creative ethos connecting these artists and today's youth."

my parents used to watch this back in NZ

it is very funny and might just get stuck in your head

Rolf Harris is a legend!!!!!

i like stuff! i like stuff!

OOOOOOOOOOOOOOH YES!

I got some goodies today.

They arrived in a big white gift bag with my name on it:

I opened the bag and much to my surprise was a beautiful 50ml Ange ou Demon eau de toilette, 200ml bath gel and for my special man a 50ml Pour Homme eau de toilette spray. How awesome! I love testing out new jazz and getting presents delivered too. Makes me very happy!

Ange ou Demon smells very soft and light. Not flowery or vanilla, I hate those smells. Its light enough that I could wear it all the time. It is not as strong as Hot Couture that I received a few months ago. I liked it also, but I reckon it's more evening wear. This one is quite delicate. I like it. ♥

Try it out for yourself while out holiday
shopping and let me know your thoughts.