Pinked In

Jersey Shore Music Video LOVE IT

noreply@blogger.com (Blogess a.k.a. T, T-Bone) — Tue, 10 Aug 2010 20:52:00 +0000

Love this :) Been meaning to post it for a while haha a little late. But love it anyway!

Watch the 2010 MTV Movie Awards at MTV.com!

Psycho-Stalker-Babble... Sound familiar?

noreply@blogger.com (Blogess a.k.a. T, T-Bone) — Wed, 13 May 2009 20:39:00 +0000

One night at a San Francisco Marina a woman named Olga spoke to a man who called himself Dimitri for about 2 minutes, then she gave him her business card with her phone number on it and said "call me." Dimitri then left the following two crazy messages:

According to the Hollywood Grind, this creep who called himself Dimitri, really is a creep. Toronto newspapers identified Dimitri as James Sears, who is a former doctor stripped of his medical license after he was criminally convicted of sexually assaulting female patients.

Being a true whacko Sears has a website called Dimitri the Lover, and he’s part of a group calling themselves Toronto Real Men, and they claim to be part of the "seduction community."

Whatever.

Hello McKitty!

noreply@blogger.com (Blogess a.k.a. T, T-Bone) — Fri, 06 Feb 2009 19:23:00 +0000

It's about time! While Hello Kitty can be seen on almost anything and everything from jewelry to phones to TVs and waffle makers, the licensing whore can now be found in your McDonald's Happy Meal. Now through February 26th, you can get a cool watch.

My fave? Chococat!

Hilarious. No other way to describe.

noreply@blogger.com (Blogess a.k.a. T, T-Bone) — Fri, 23 Jan 2009 22:19:00 +0000

This came to me on an unusually gray and rainy day here in SoCal.. Completely brightened my day. Thanks, 'S'!!!!!

Are you kidding me?

noreply@blogger.com (Blogess a.k.a. T, T-Bone) — Fri, 09 Jan 2009 19:35:00 +0000

Recognize this person? Maybe not by the face, but how about the pose? It's Nastia Liukin!

The five-time Olympic medalist will be featured in the spring 2009 ad campaign for Max Azria. Wow. Just stunningly gorgeous.

Are YOU ready for 2009?

noreply@blogger.com (Blogess a.k.a. T, T-Bone) — Wed, 17 Dec 2008 15:21:00 +0000

Back in September, I wrote at the 100 day mark to the end of the year. I hope you set some goals for yourself because that tells me you are likely to have reached them or will do so before the end of the year.

So, we are down to just under 2 weeks left 'til the New Year. Now what? Have you thought about what you want to accomplish? Are your resolutions the same every year? Why not make 2009 the best year ever?

My friend, Gary Ryan Blair wants to show you how.

Take action and get a head start today.

With this economy, many folks may be looking for jobs...

noreply@blogger.com (Blogess a.k.a. T, T-Bone) — Fri, 05 Dec 2008 01:50:00 +0000

Hey, this one is still available!

Any takers?

*A very special thanks to 'M' for sharing this lovely insight with me.

Don't touch that dizzle!

noreply@blogger.com (Blogess a.k.a. T, T-Bone) — Tue, 02 Dec 2008 20:10:00 +0000

Did anyone catch the season 2 premiere of Snoop Dogg's Fatherhood? If you aren't hooked yet, you are missing out! Too funny..

Make it a true Butterball Day

noreply@blogger.com (Blogess a.k.a. T, T-Bone) — Thu, 27 Nov 2008 04:38:00 +0000

Here are some great turkey tips from my friend, Joe Schroeder... I couldn't have said it any better!

(1) TEMP should be 275 to 300 NO hotter
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I could give a rip what Grandma told you. OVER 275-300 and you cook the BREAST TOO FAST = DRY BIRD. The key is SLOW cooking. HIGHER than 300 and you cook the breast meat TOO fast. That's where DRY BIRD comes from.

(2) KOSHER SALT = BRINE = SCIENCE CLASS
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Yes, KOSHER SALT + rub all over like snow = 45 MIN. Why? Because it causes the juices to DASH to the sky. Why? Because it makes the bird silky smooth as MOIST wet dew.

"But, what about cleaning all that salt off?"

Geez louise, of course. First, don't salt the thing for more than 45 and yes, WASH BIG time and get all the salt off.

(3) DRY BIRD use BOUNTY
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After interviewing many, many BIRD enthusiasts, the revered common words were, "DRY the bird
and always cook a DRY bird." Don't cook when bird is still kinda wet from cleaning. DRY THE THING WELL. Meaning, after you CLEAN and salt and clean again DRY the gobbler foul WELL.

(4) "FOIL me this Bat-Man."
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This faux chef asked a REAL CHEF, resident food lord FRED LARGE
and old brother Fred Rothchild piped, "Joe, wrap with FOIL (the top) and the FOIL will BASTE the bird for you and make it WAY crunchy."

XTRA TIP from Fast Fredy: RE-MOVE FOIL after 2 Hrs. Why? So the glorious SKIN has time to GOLDEN BROWN itself.

(5) TIME is as always 15-20 PER LB
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slowwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwww + 275 to 300 DEGREES. 275 to 300 and about 15-20 MIN per POUND.

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FAST TIP to Totally RUIN the TURKEY
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Cook turkey with lots of SIDE dishes in the oven as well. Open the oven + close + open = you spoil the bird. What happens is you REMOVE the heat when you keep opening the darn oven. Plus, the extra stuff around the bird that you're cooking delays the cooking time.

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When To Remove The BIRD
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FRED who does this F/T said, "Ace, what you do is take the thing out at 145 DEGREES." FRED said the INTERNET and your in-laws will say 165. Fred says, "DONT DO IT."

Why? Because at 145 degree (check the BREAST for 145 degrees)
** USE THERMOMETER
At 145 degrees you take turkey OUT and let sit for 30-45 MINUTES. Rothchild also added that at the time you CUT the bird, it should be at about 155 to 160 degrees.

While it sits at 145 degrees it's STILL COOKING. I said, "Thanks Fred." He said, "pass the gravy."

Have a happy, blessed Thanksgiving.

With a big, fat, jiggly hug,

Tina
PS - Joe certainly knows turkeys, but he ROCKS at marketing. For more Joe, visit: www.JoeSchroederBookshelf.com. Go ahead. Immerse yourself in his world and you'll end up one-upping yourself instantly. If your eyes and ears are open, you'll be thanking me!

24 on FOX! Season opener tonight!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

noreply@blogger.com (Blogess a.k.a. T, T-Bone) — Sun, 23 Nov 2008 22:03:00 +0000

Woo hoo!!!!!!! FINALLY. For those of us who have been patiently (or not-so-patiently) waiting for Jack Bauer to re-emerge onscreen, the time has arrived. And it's a full TWO-HOUR SHOW!!!!!!!!!!

Okay, so that's the good news.... The not-so-good news is that it's really a prequel to the season which doesn't start until January....

Aaaaaahhhh!!!!!

Hey, at least it's something. You know where I'll be tonight. Note to self: pick up large dish of cookies 'n cream fro-yo..

Have fun :)

All I have to say is....

noreply@blogger.com (Blogess a.k.a. T, T-Bone) — Fri, 07 Nov 2008 17:10:00 +0000

wtf?!?!?

Remember Steve Guttenberg from Police Academy? Cripes.

No more insanity!

noreply@blogger.com (Blogess a.k.a. T, T-Bone) — Mon, 27 Oct 2008 18:43:00 +0000

As most of my readers know, I've been into fitness for most of my life. Participating in sports, athletic training, and other sweat-inducing activities is a large part of my lifestyle.

I've been fortunate to have tried and been exposed to many different activities, some of which I just can't help going back to even though I know I won't enjoy them!

Huh? Okay, so this past weekend, I woke up super early on Saturday and thought to myself, why not utilize this great energy and go to the gym? So I hopped out of bed and ran to see what classes were being offered at 6:30-ish... Well well well, the only one at that hour was spinning, cycling, running your legs in circles without going anywhere... whatever you want to call it.

Off I went. Now, this was not the first time I've taken a spin class. I've gone many many many times before, but never without several months in between. Why? Okay here's the deal.

THE PAIN!!!!

For as long as I can recall, I have never been able to walk out of spin class without experiencing a great deal of post-workout pain. I'm NOT talking about muscle soreness. I'm NOT talking about lactic acid build-up. I'm no stranger to any of that, in fact, I LOVE that about working out. NOooooooooooooo...

I'm talking about a different pain- a pain unique to spinning in my, shall we say... AREA. Yes. It is now Monday and I am still experiencing the after-shock of that horrible bike seat.

Wtf?!? I always MARVEL at the other women at my gym who just spin away, week after week after week.. And multiple times per week! How do they do it???

I finally got the courage to ask a fellow "regular" rider on Saturday. "Don't you feel any PAIN?... Down THERE?" And this was her response:

"Oh, pssssshh. Don't worry. It'll toughen up!"

Toughen up? Yeeeeeeaaah. Maybe for you, but I'm not so into "toughening up" right there. Sorry! The words tough and flower just don't go together.. follow me?

I know I've learned this lesson over and over and so it's my own fault for continuing to take this class every so often. The end result is always the same. Einstein was right when he said, "The definition of insanity is doing the same thing over and over and expecting different results."

Ladies, I'm all ears... DO tell how you manage. And don't suggest those crazy padded shorts, please!

Facing my fears

noreply@blogger.com (Blogess a.k.a. T, T-Bone) — Fri, 24 Oct 2008 22:46:00 +0000

Last weekend, we spent a few days at Disneyland where we were blessed with the most beautiful weather and manageable crowds. We always have an absolutely fantastic time- there's so much to do and do over again.

One ride I haven't been able to get myself on is that crazy-looking Hollywood Tower of Terror thing. Now, anyone who knows me knows that I am big into facing and conquering your fears head-on. The day before my wedding, for example, I jumped off a natural cliff in Hawaii. I have a huge fear of heights. Granted, it took me about an hour to muster up the courage, but I did it. And a few years ago, I finally took that nasty vertical shoot up and drop down ride at Six Flags specifically to conquer my fears.

Yeah, so I have this fear of that vertical drop thing. So, obviously, the Tower of Terror absolutely terrifies me. But, it BOTHERS me that I haven't ridden it ever. That I have let me fear control me.

So, last weekend, I decided it was high time I got it over with. Alas, my husband agreed and said he was all for it. Our son, however, was not as one with this suggestion and ruled it out. I'd like to think I was "saved" but now it's high on my to-do list. The next opportunity I have, I'm taking that dreadful ride.

Someday I'll knock off a sky dive as well. It's all good. It's good for the soul.

Meantime, I'll get my kicks here, practicing vicariously through these poor souls.

Who ELSE wants to pounce on Ponce?!?

noreply@blogger.com (Blogess a.k.a. T, T-Bone) — Sat, 11 Oct 2008 00:06:00 +0000

Okay, Ladies.. It's time for another HHHHHHHOTTTTTTIE update...

Two words.

Carlos Ponce.

You can savor him weekly on Lipstick Jungle as the sExxxXXxxxxY contractor, Rrrrrrrrrrrodrrrrrigo.
Ay Papi!

Rrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrridiculous.

Thank me later ;)

Finally!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

noreply@blogger.com (Blogess a.k.a. T, T-Bone) — Wed, 08 Oct 2008 16:56:00 +0000

Mark your calendars... November 23rd on Fox.... It's Season 7 of 24!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! 2 hour season opener!!!!!!!!!!

He's Baaaaaaack!

noreply@blogger.com (Blogess a.k.a. T, T-Bone) — Fri, 03 Oct 2008 18:32:00 +0000

Mystery returns for Season 2 of the Pickup Artist on October 12th!!!!

Last summer, the controversial Pick-Up Artist debuted on VH1 and eight lovable losers had the opportunity to learn Mystery’s famous “Mystery Method”— a step-by-step system to meet, attract, and seduce beautiful women.

He's back now, for a second season and eight new misfits will live together, learn together and love together by taking part in Mystery’s tried-and-true techniques - all under his guidance.

Here are a few of his tips: (Ladies.. your thoughts?)

*Give more attention to her less attractive friend at first, so your target will get jealous and try to win your attention.

*Always approach a target within 3 seconds of noticing her. If a woman senses your hesitation, her perception of your value will be lower.

*Don't be picky. Approach as many groups of people in a bar as you can and entertain them with fun conversation. As you move about the room, positive perception of you will grow. Now it's easy to meet anyone you want.

*Smile. Guys who don't get laid, don't smile.

You Wanna Preserve Your Sexy..

noreply@blogger.com (Blogess a.k.a. T, T-Bone) — Thu, 02 Oct 2008 18:28:00 +0000

Diddy fans! Diddy fans!

Listen, the next time you go to order your vodka-based drinks, keep in mind the only way to preserve your sexy is to go with THE smoooooothest kind.... And according to Diddy, it's his very own: Ciroc Vodka.

Watch this hilarious clip from the Ellen DeGeneres Show where he is put to the test!

Cool holiday gift idea for all the kids in your life

noreply@blogger.com (Blogess a.k.a. T, T-Bone) — Wed, 24 Sep 2008 16:27:00 +0000

This little traveling wonder is the CoOLeSt. It's called a Trunki and is from the UK.

A few years ago, I caught sight of a child riding one of these at the airport. At the time, the product was not available in the US. After waiting another year, they finally became available online.

I immediately placed my name on a waiting list and eventually was able to purchase a set for my kids last summer. They were such a hit, I sent them to all my nieces for Christmas.

The greatest thing about this mini luggage is that it doubles as a ride-on. At the airport, walking long distances is inevitable and for the kids, this piece makes it all fun! My kids love riding these at the airports, especially on those big, smooth surfaces.
They race each other, pull each other. My son has even mastered a little wheelie-spinout...

There are two little "nubs" that the kids can hold on to as handles, as well as a "leash" that can be used to pull the luggage in tow, or as a shoulder strap. And to top it all off, it is big enough to carry all of your child's favorite must-haves. And now you won't even have to carry them! Your child will LOVE doing so on his or her own!!

It never fails, every time we travel I am stopped at least 5 times by people asking where I got the cool luggage. So, I'm telling you now...

Go to www.trunki.co.uk for the main site, or www.trunki.net if you are in the US.

Time's a tickin'...

noreply@blogger.com (Blogess a.k.a. T, T-Bone) — Tue, 23 Sep 2008 15:25:00 +0000

Hey Folks...

Today marks the 100-Day Countdown for 2008. Have you thought about what you want to accomplish before the end of the year?

Do you want to finish a home project?... Secure a promotion?... Start a new business?... Lose 10 pounds?

Whatever it is, your chances of achieving your goals are much greater if you write them down, be as specific as possible, and let them be known to others.

Since my work-related goals are technical and boring, I'll spare you the details, so here are a few of my personal goals:

1) Read 5 more books.
2) Have 3 dinner dates with my husband only!
3) Have a yard sale to get rid of clutter.
4) Speak to someone new every day.

There you have it. Your turn! Don't get all freakish about this. It's fun. You'll be able to look back on New Year's Day and say, "Hey, I set out to do these things and I did them!"

The countdown has started. You've got 99 days to go!

My New BFF

noreply@blogger.com (Blogess a.k.a. T, T-Bone) — Tue, 16 Sep 2008 14:48:00 +0000

When it comes to online auctions, I immediately think: Ebay. When it comes to books, dvds, music, and home goods, I think: Amazon. And when it comes to shoes? It's all about ZAPPOS, baby!!!!

I have been a looooooong time customer of theirs and have remained loyal initially because of their unprecedented shoe return policy. Free shipping to AND fro for 365 days after purchase. Wow! Whoever heard of being able to return a pair of SHOES one year after you've purchased them?

Earlier this year, I had the opportunity to listen to the Zappos CEO, Tony Hsieh speak about Zappos' "Path to $1 Billion". In 1999, Zappos began as a private company doing $8.6 million in 2000 and $32 million in 2001. Today, they have 1,600 employees, a 500 person call center, and are well on track to hit $1 billion in sales this year.

Tony emphasized that company culture was key and stressed the importance of achieving the best customer service. Zappos.com was not going to be just about shoes. It was going to be about great customer service- regardless of cost. This is hammered home in every aspect of their retail site and the overall experience.

In order to achieve this, a company culture book is provided to team members each year and every single employee writes a few sentences about what the culture means to him or her. They also send new team members to the company headquarters in Las Vegas for FOUR WEEKS of training just on culture, core values and customer loyalty, followed by a week of warehouse training in Kentucky! That's FIVE weeks of training before even touching a phone and speaking to a precious customer.

From free shipping and free 365-day return shipping, to fast, accurate fulfillment and surprise upgrades, the Zappos experience is like customer service on steroids. Tony shared a story of a customer declaring that what would really make him happy was a pizza but it was 3am. The customer rep searched and found the nearest pizza places in Santa Monica that were still open! WTF?!?

Hey, that's really cool. Today, I had to exchange a pair of shoes I bought for my son. Even though their return instructions are so easy, I called the 800 number just to hear the joke of the day :) To my pleasant surprise, Tony answered and had a guest speaker, Serena friggin' Williams helping him go through the menu options! Hilarious!!!

If you haven't shopped there yet. By all means, check it out. And the best part is, they're not even just shoes anymore. Clothing, bags, accessories... they're all at Zappos now, too.

Enjoy!!!
www.zappos.com

Let's take a trip down to King Burger...

noreply@blogger.com (Blogess a.k.a. T, T-Bone) — Thu, 11 Sep 2008 19:57:00 +0000

... and see Bon Qui Qui:

SICK Beats..

noreply@blogger.com (Blogess a.k.a. T, T-Bone) — Wed, 10 Sep 2008 22:30:00 +0000

While I don't typically work while listening to house music, I spent the afternoon today listening to DJ Inphinity and let me tell you. He rocks my world!

I can't wait to get back to Chicago to hear him live. Sick, I tell you!

Listen to some tracks here:
http://www.myspace.com/djinphinity

Fine Bowling Alley Food?

noreply@blogger.com (Blogess a.k.a. T, T-Bone) — Tue, 09 Sep 2008 14:33:00 +0000

Well, no matter where you go, the shoes are not likely to be the most glamorous, but I was pleasantly surprised to discover a super cool bowling alley on a recent trip to Tampa.

Instead of a smoky, dingy, dark atmosphere, this place also known as Splitsville, had a fresh, funky and upscale vibe. There were plasma screens everywhere so you could watch sports in between turns. The alleys were spotless and featured all electronic scoring. The leather seating was modern, inviting…clean. And the food – oh, the food!

First of all, whoever heard of good bowling alley food? Forget the greasy onion rings, hot dogs and beer. This menu featured a host of tapas-style appetizers in addition to main eats like: grilled mahi mahi, blackened shrimp, seared ahi tuna, and sirloin steak topped with crab meat and asparagus and coated with hollandaise sauce! Seriously, wtf?

So, I did some researching… Apparently these luxe bowling alleys are all over the place.. Just not in SD. Waaaah. In particular, I’ll have to remember next time I’m visiting to check out Red Rock Lanes in Las Vegas, Lucky Strike Lanes in Chicago and Ten Pin Alley in Atlanta.

Needless to say, I was duly impressed and am itching to go bowling again. We need a Splitsville here in SD! Holla!!!

My Pick To Win ANTM Cycle 11 is......

noreply@blogger.com (Blogess a.k.a. T, T-Bone) — Mon, 08 Sep 2008 21:00:00 +0000

SHEENA from Harlem!!!

This girl rocks. She's beautiful. She's positive. She's hilarious and best of all, she's OVER THE TOP! I loved her on this season's opener and I'd love to see her win.

You know, 'cuz she go hard. She got a diffrent swagger goin' on. You know? She don't play. She don't fit in into the regular society. She a stereotype slasher. She not lazy. She brung it. She's representin' us Asian females. She got so much flava she don't even know where it come from, for real.

Go Sheena! Go Sheena! Go Sheena!

Personal Fave #89 - A Very Special Kiss

noreply@blogger.com (Blogess a.k.a. T, T-Bone) — Thu, 28 Aug 2008 01:09:00 +0000

Several months ago at a random doctor's appointment, I found myself sitting in the waiting room next to a welcoming bowl of Hershey's Kisses. Naturally, I took one and noticed that this was not your normal Hershey's Kiss. No. This was wrapped in light blue foil. Since mine didn't have the paper ribbon trailing out of the top, I didn't really know what kind of Kiss it was.

I didn't care.

I opened it up, popped it into my mouth and experienced nothing short of taste bud bliss. That little piece of heaven forced me to grab a handful on my way out after my appointment. I eventually discovered these were Cookies and Cream Hershey's Kisses. OMG. They were sooooooo yummy.

Almost immediately, I was on a mission.

I had to find these and purchase several bags for my home and office stash. Unfortunately, this was not so easy of a task. After checking all of the grocery stores where I frequent as well as the Targets and drugstores of the world, these Kisses were nowhere to be found!

Until NOW.

After months of looking, I finally found them-- in boatloads!!! Okay, wanna know where?

Wal-Mart.

Who knew? Yup. While picking up a copy of their exclusive Hannah Montana Concert DVD for my daughter, I found them in the candy aisle.

Woo hoo! Now I am enjoying these chocolates all the time-- right now, as a matter of fact. They are incredible. And you can, too.

Go get yourself some- you will thank me!!!!