Stuff We Like

Look who was spotted at Shecky’s Girls Night Out! Grand was out in full force, celebrating yet another Shecky’s event. What could be a more brilliant/dangerous combination than free alcohol + shopping? So genius, we wish we had thought of it. Besides being a great excuse to drop some money, it was also a good place to scope out new fashion designers and boutiques. Check out more pics from the experience on the next page.

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I stumbled upon SoyJoy’s website, which explores the history of the soy bean. I know… sounds pretty boring, huh? I mean, come on… soy beans are great and all, but… do I need a time line documenting important dates in the life of soy? After going through this beautifully designed page, the answer is yes. Yes I do. Even though I grew up with a soy bean field literally in my backyard, I never appreciated this tiny plant more than I do now, after perusing this lovely site. Here’s to you, tiny green plant. Here’s to you.

Explore for yourself at www.soyjoy.com

Having some fun today with making my photos look like miniature models! Here’s my mini Hearst Castle swimming pool. Make your own tilt-shift photo here or check out some more of mine on the next page…

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This is what happens when I get thirsty and decide to make all my purchasing decisions based on packaging. Check out the great packaging I found: MetroMint’s Orange Water, Hansen’s Natural Dragonfruit, Function’s Urban Detox, and Mad Housewife Cabernet. For one reason or another, the packaging on these products really reached out and grabbed me. Now if I can only stop myself from drinking them all in one sitting…

See the next page for an up close and personal look at each…

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I spent some time up in Monterey last week… I do love it up north. The air is so fresh, the water is so clear… oh, and they have a great aquarium! My favorite exhibits were the giant kelp forest and the jellyfish. I wonder if jellyfish are actually aliens from another planet? Watching them made me feel like maybe Earth has already been invaded… Just a thought. Here are some of the pictures I took.

These guys are on to something…they have taken the t-shirt and made it 100 times better. Not only is the material ultra-soft and comfortable but the designs are spot on.  Think vintage!

NBA fans they’ve got you covered – find your team at www.sportiqeboutiqe.com or if you’re out in LA stop into a Nordstroms and pick one up – come on playoffs are in full swing!

My personal favorite  – their pin-up line now available at all Urban Outfitters!

Wow, I just got hooked on the Sundance Channel… their website is hilarious. I’m completely addicted to Green Porno, a series of short films simplifying the reproductive habits of animals. The clips are both funny and informative—what a great combo. Go here to check it out! While you’re there, you can take a quiz to see what your seduction style is… and answer questions like the one posted above!

Stamp Out Hunger is the nation’s largest single-day food drive… and I just now found out about it. Seems like a pretty easy way to donate food to local food banks. All you have to do is put a bag of non-perishables by your mailbox on May 9th and the post office will deliver them. Hmm… why not? I can’t believe this event is in its 15th year… what a great idea! Why have I not heard of it sooner? Go here to learn more.

Mother’s Day is coming up quick! Still haven’t gotten her anything? Do something good for the planet by purchasing a beautiful e-card from Charity: Water. Just one $20 e-card can give one person clean water for the next 20 years. She’ll also be able to choose the country where the money is used and learn more about their work. Giving flowers is great. Giving life is better. What mom could ask for more? Get your card now at charitywater.org/mothersday

In honor of my soon-to-be-born nephew, I present Baby’s First Tattoo—A Memory Book for Modern Parents. While I am by no means a “baby person,” this book by Jim Mullen cracked me up so much that I had to get it for the baby shower. This is not your typical “Baby’s-First” book, and contains often forgetten precious moments such as Baby’s First Projectile Vomit, Baby’s First Tantrum in a Crowded Grocery Store, and Baby’s 10,000th Dirty Diaper. The illustrations by Barry Blitt are just as humerous as the writing… Buy it for the next baby shower you have to attend here. And stay tuned for my upcoming post on The Top Ten Annoying Toys That I Can’t Wait To Buy For My Brother’s Child.

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