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Wanna Go To A Fashion Show???

2012-03-14T17:21:00.000-07:00

Here are the details:

~ Who ~

Jaqueline Conoir Boutique & Studio will be hosting a night of fashion, frivolity and glamour. Find out what's hot when it comes to spring fashion trends.

The special guest for the evening is the Sarah Symonds (AKA: The Mistress). Sarah is a world-renowned author and relationships expert. Sarah will talk about what it was like being 'the other woman' to famous men like Chef Gordon Ramsay. As a regular guest on US talk shows like Oprah, Dr Phil and Anderson, Sarah's in high demand as a speaker and will be sharing anecdotes and stories about her life and her current mission to help other women who are trapped in affairs with married men. Sometimes confronting, but always enlightening and entertaining, Sarah will dish the dirt on some big names and will also take questions from the audience.

Radio and TV personality Carmen Cruz will be both emceeing and DJ-ing the event.

~ What ~

Fashion Show, Special Guest Sarah Symonds, Music, Wine and Mingling.

~ When ~

Thursday, March 15th, 2012 at 5:30pm

~ Where ~

Jacqueline Conoir Boutique & Studio

164 West Fifth Avenue

Vancouver, BC

~ Why & How ~

Fashion, Fun, Music & Mingling

Admittance is Free* but very limited

Please RSVP: Natalie@jacquelineconoir.com

Your RSVP will secure you a $50 GC to use on any purchases made that evening.

Hope to see you there!

Besos,

CC.

~ Music News ~

2012-03-14T16:14:00.000-07:00

**Music News**

Neil Young (aka: Jimmy Fallon) and Bruce Springsteen covering LMFAO's 'Sexy And I Know It'. Priceless!!!

Mumford & Sons will be on their best behaviour tonight. They were formally invited (by the UK Prime Minister himself!) to perform for him, President Barack Obama and almost 1000 guests at a state dinner at the White House tonight. CoooOOOOoooolll! So who did Obama invite to perform? The one-and-only John Legend. Fantastic choice. Can you imagine getting to hear THIS live?!?!?

Jack White wants you to hear the second single off his new solo album. The album (called 'Blunderbuss') comes out April 23rd.

The 2nd single is called 'Sixteen Saltines.' Here ya go.

And now for something dark, twisted and different...

There's a wicked electro duo from France called 'The Shoes.' They've just released a brand new EP called 'Time To Dance.' The music video for their single (also called 'Time To Dance') features the sexy Jake Gyllenhaal. **Love**
But here's the thing.
This music video is pretty twisted. You'll see Jake slaughtering dancing hipsters, all to this wicked beat. It's kinda creepy how well Jake manages to channel his inner 'Travis Bickle'.
Prepare to be very disturbed... while enjoying a cool tune at the same time!

Besos,

CC.
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Bill & Ted's Excellent Adventure... Part 3???

2012-03-13T12:14:00.001-07:00

Yup, it's true.

Alex Winter (AKA: Bill S Preston) and Keanu Reeves (AKA: Ted 'Theodore' Logan) have confirmed that they're ready to take on the famously infamous roles. Whoa.

Alex says "The movies were always about rock'n'roll. That was a big part of the movies, so (in this new movie) we'll explore what's happened to rock’n’roll in the last 20 years." Whoa.

Keanu also confirmed that a first draft of a script is now complete, and is being sent to studios. Whoa.

;D

Enjoy.

Besos,

CC
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It's all about U2 ~ Songs of the week!!!

2012-03-12T14:40:00.000-07:00

U2 is one of my favourite bands of all time. Yeah, their music has evolved (as it should! Who wants to listen to the same stuff over and over again???) and some people are keen on criticizing the band and everything they stand for. I'll always love these guys but hey! To each his/her own.

Here are a few of their lesser known tunes that (for me) have stood the test of time:

Miss Sarajevo featuring Luciano Pavarotti

Party Girl (Live from Red Rocks) ~ This is one of the very first songs I'd ever heard from these guys. I remember going to the library with my sister and borrowing the 'Under a Blood Red Sky' album (actually, it was the record). I instantly loved them.

Stay ( Far Away, So Close) ~ From the moment I saw this video (as a young and impressionable teen) I decided that one of my bucket list goals was to be in a U2 video. It's a dream a still hang on to, to this very day. Hey, a gal can dream can't she???

U2 - Stay (Far Away, So Close) by djoik

Lady With The Spinning Head

Slow Dancing ~ A B-side tune.

Staring at the Sun (Live)

In A Little While

There are SOOOOO many more, but I'll stop here... for now ;D

Enjoy!

Besos,

CC.
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Teachers are awesome!

2012-03-07T14:46:00.000-08:00

I was driving in my neck of the woods this morning, and came across a bunch of teachers picketing outside a school. I honked my horn and gave them a huge smile and a thumbs up. Funny thing is, the person in front of me thought I was honking at them and gave me the bird. Haaaa haaaaa!

I'm not going to get all preachy on you but here's the deal; teachers are awesome.
They help mold our young minds, and the really good ones leave a lasting impression that you'll never forget.
My favourite teachers on the planet were Mr. Sainchuk and Mr. Cherry.
Mr.Sainchuk was my high school English teacher and made each and every class hilarious, entertaining AND educational. Not many teachers can do all 3.

Mr.Cherry was my high school math teacher. (**CONFESSION: Math is my Achilles heel. I actually ended up taking Math 33 THREE TIMES!!! This is not something I'm proud of. Insisted on pissing around and not taking the course seriously while in high school. I flunked out the first time, and barely squeaked by the second time. When I decided to go to broadcasting school... SURPRISE!!! They wanted me to have a decent math mark.
**gag**
I had to take the course all over again.
Enter Mr.Cherry.
I've never met a person more passionate about mathematics. He was this crusty, thin, tiny little old man with over sized glasses and greying teeth. He also had a habit of spitting on the chalkboard or overhead projector when he spoke. He had these really faded old jeans he'd faithfully wear once a week that had the pythagoras theorem written on them in permanent marker:

He looooved the story behind the pythagoras theorem and told us all about it (it's actually a gift that a man came up with and gave to the woman he loved. Crazy huh? He wanted something eternal and everlasting. I guess math is just that...???).
Mr.Cherry was so dedicated to helping me kick ass in the course, that he gave me his home number to call him whenever I needed help on an assignment. I took full advantage of this and would call him, sometimes several times in one evening, complaining and completely frustrated over a math problem. **Dear GAD I hate math!!!**
Mr.Cherry would always patiently guide me through the problem until the flashbulb in my brain went off.
I'll tell you now that I was terrified when I wrote my diploma exam.
My entry into broadcasting school depended COMPLETELY on the outcome of my math mark. If it was below 78%, it would drag my entire average down and kill any hopes of getting into the radio & TV program that year.
I still remember the day the diploma exam marks were posted. I went to the school with my mom in tow. I was afraid that I'd need her support when I saw the mark (what can I say? I'm a bit of a pessimist sometimes :P).
I walked to the concrete wall where the sheet of paper with all the final marks had been posted. I looked up my student ID number and my jaw fell to the floor. 96%?????
No. This isn't possible.
I had to check it again and again and then one more time. When it finally sank it, I literally began to cry. I was never more proud of myself than at that very moment... and I couldn't have done it without Mr.Cherry.
I ended up buying him a gift that I was sure he would love.
I bought a stainless steel travel mug and had the following engraved on it:

The 8th Wonder Of The World:

On my last day of class, I gave him the mug, a massive hug and a million thank you's for all his help.

Many years have passed and I know that now, Mr.Cherry is now spitting on the chalk boards and overhead projectors in heaven, singing the praises of pythagoras theorem while wearing his sharpie covered, faded jeans.

So where am I going with this?

Teachers work hard, and the REALLY good ones work 10 times more.

My sister is a teacher, and so are a few of my friends. These people are so dedicated to what they do, and just want to make a difference. The want smaller class sizes, more assistance and better pay.
I can tell you that being a teacher is one of the most underrated and thankless jobs, but every once in a while, a teacher will come across a student (and vice versa) who helps to change their life forever.

If you happen to drive by some of the picketing teachers, if you feel so inclined, give them a thumbs up, a quick car honk, a wave, or even a warm cup of coffee/tea/hot chocolate. You never know who's life they could be changing.

I'll never forget you Mr. Sainchuk and Mr. Cherry.

Besos,

CC.

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I love hearing from you. For realsies.

2012-03-07T13:47:00.000-08:00

Weird story.
So I have someone who helps me keep track of my site, my stats, etc. We're able to see where (on the globe) people are clicking in from. So where is my cheesy little site visited the most?

#1) Germany ~ Danke!
#2) Canada
#3) USA
#4) Iran ~ And I raaaaaan, I ran so far awaaaaayyyy. Aw. That was bad.

The cold, hard truth is that most people are most likely looking for the super famous transsexual porn star Carmen Cruz:

and then accidentally come across little ol' me:

Talk about a disappointment huh?

Either way, I love hearing from you, so feel free to leave your comments below my postings. You no longer need to sign in to leave a comment, you just need to click and write.
Just remember to keep them clean and above the belt.

Keep it real homies!

Besos,

CC.
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Watch Jack White with Lindsay Lohan in 'SNL' commercial - video

2012-03-02T15:51:00.000-08:00

Talk about a weird combo!
Not gonna lie. I'm definitely PVR-ing this one.
This is a tad on the AWKWARD side...

FYI: This will be Jack White's FIRST solo live debut.

CoooOOOOoooool!!!!

Enjoy!

Besos,

CC
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W...T...F?!?!?!?!

2012-03-01T10:45:00.000-08:00

I don't know whether to laugh, feel pity, or feel a bit disturbed.
Perhaps all 3???

Enjoy...?

Besos,

CC.
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It's Sexy Time.

2012-02-28T13:50:00.000-08:00

I was hanging out with a friend of mine the over the weekend and while we were stuck in traffic on the Lionsgate Bridge, we got to chatting about music. He's as big of a music nerd as I am, so we usually end up chatting (and quizzing) each other for hours. Nerd alert.

My amigo turned me on (no pun intended) to some sweeeeeeet love making music.
The group is called 'The Weekend' and they're from London, Ontario. (YAAAY CANADA!)
Not only is their music AMAZING, it's also FREE for you to download. If you go to their website, they have a total of 3 albums for you to download, gratis.
In my humble opinion, the album called 'House of Balloons' is by far the best of the 3. Here's a sample of what you can expect....

It's Sexy Time! **said in the voice of Borat**

Enjoy ;D

Besos,

CC.
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METRIC IS RELEASING A NEW ALBUM!!! WHY AM I SHOUTING??? LOUD NOISES!!!

2012-02-22T15:08:00.004-08:00

Metric has announced that they'll be releasing a brand spanking new album called 'Synthetica'.

According to the band, they say their new album will be about, "insomnia, f*cking up, fashion, all the devices and gadgets attached to our brains, getting wasted, watching people die in other countries, watching people die in your own country, dancing your ass off, questioning the cops, poetic justice, standing up for yourself, sex, the apocalypse, doing some stupid sh*t and totally regretting it but then telling everyone it made you stronger, leaving town as a solution to unsolvable problems, owning your actions and owning your time."

Phew!

If it's anything like their last album ('Fantasies'), it'll be gold Jerry. GOLD!!!!
'Synthetica' will be released on June 11th.
Nice.
Keep an eye on their website. They should be announcing their new tour schedule soon.

Here's a tune off their last album. It's reeeeeeeally good.

Enjoy!

Besos,

CC.
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This woman DEFINES the term 'Ghetto Fabulous'

2012-02-22T10:33:00.000-08:00

Tracy is on her way to "accidentally" run into her ex, Peter. Besides that, I don't even know what to say..... Let's let the video do the talking.

Thanks to Deneen for helping me discover this video!
Priceless.

Enjoy!

Besos,

CC.
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Just Because... ;D

2012-02-21T15:32:00.003-08:00

I need some chapstick. My lips hurt real bad!
Oh how I LOVE Napoleon Dynamite!!!

Only my close friends know of, and have heard first hand my WICKED Kip impression. Seriously. If I could put it on my resume, I would.
Here's Kip's wedding song. (**It takes a bit longer to load up, but hey! I say she's worth it! :)**)
FYI: I may or may not be singing it to myself in a coffee shop at this very moment (as I type).

Watch Napoleon Dynamite - Kip song (always and forever) in Music | View More Free Videos Online at Veoh.com

Enjoy!!!

Besos,

CC.
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Chris Cornell Covers Whitney Huston's 'I will always love you'.

2012-02-20T13:09:00.000-08:00

On February 16th, at a small show in San Francisco, Chris Cornell paid tribute to Whitney Houston by covering one of her biggest hits 'I will always love you' (** a song originally written by Dolly Parton**).

As per usual, Chris Cornell is AMAZING.

See for yourself:

Enjoy!

Besos,

CC.
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SONGS OF THE WEEK!!!

2012-02-17T15:08:00.001-08:00

Here's a mish-mash of wicked songs.

Seu Jorge ~ Rebel Rebel - A Brazilian singer who (for 'The Life Aquatic' movie soundtrack) covers a bunch of classic David Bowie songs, in Portuguese. SO AMAZING! When Bowie himself heard the covers, he was quoted as saying, "had Seu Jorge not recorded my songs in Portuguese I would never have heard this new level of beauty which he has imbued them with." CooooooOOOOooool!

Son Lux~ Betray - If you like Massive Attack, you'll love this dude. Sexy, ambient-type music. It's the bees knees! Seriously.

Jamie Lidell ~ Multiply - A white boy with a whole lotta soul.

Iron & Wine ~ The Devil Never Sleeps - C'mon!!! It's IRON & WINE!!!!

Lorene Scafaria ~ Girls Aren't Supposed To - A fantastic tune about a gal dating someone who just can't 'seal the deal'. Listen to the lyrics and you'll understand ;)

Enjoy!

Besos,

CC.
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A reminder to have FUN this weekend.

2012-02-17T14:16:00.000-08:00

Work from Michael Rianda on Vimeo.

Thanks to Jenny for sending this to me. Loved it!

Enjoy!

Besos,

CC.
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Brilliant solution for hair loss ~ Those Brits are pretty sneaky!

2012-02-17T12:36:00.000-08:00

Came across this article about a new solution for hair loss (mostly for men).
The answer? Shave your head and tattoo hair ON.
See?

Pretty smart huh!
I've always been a fan of men with shaved heads (on the right head shape it looks HAWT!). So this idea? Me likey.

Feel free to disagree.

Click here to get the full story.

Enjoy!

Besos,

CC.
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EVERYONE on the internet needs to know this!!!!!!

2012-02-15T15:32:00.000-08:00

;D

Besos,

CC.
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New collaboration between Gorillaz, Outkast and LCD Soundsystem!!!

2012-02-15T11:38:00.000-08:00

It looks like members of the Gorillaz, Outkast and LCD Soundsystem are making sweet, sweet music together.

Yup, Damon Albarn (Gorrilaz), LCD Soundsystem frontman James Murphy and Outkast's Andre 3000 have just finished working on a wicked new track for Converse, titled "DoYaThing." What makes it even more sugary and delicious is that you'll be available to download the song FOR FREE!!!

Here's a small sample of what you can expect. I'm loving it already:

Here's a behind the scenes look at the making of the music video:

Mark your calendars for February 23rd. The new tune will be available to download, GRATIS, on Converse UK's website.

Can't Wait!!!

Besos,

CC.
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Proof that old people ROCK!!!

2012-02-15T10:22:00.000-08:00

A big thanks to Hugh for letting me know about this video. HILARIOUS!!!! Make sure you watch it all the way to the end. This sweet posse does a montage of music.

So, not to show off or anything, but my mom is AWESOME. She's hilarious and can sometimes shock people (I guess that's where I got it from ;).
If I were to describe my mama, I'd have to say.... watch this video. The grandma in the background? Yeah, that's EXACTLY what my mom is like.

Enjoy!!!

Besos,

CC.
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NEW JACK WHITE MUSIC VIDEO : LOVE INTERRUPTION

2012-02-14T14:55:00.000-08:00

Some new ear candy from Jack White, just in time for Valentine's Day. Coincidence? I think not.

It seems like Jack White can do no wrong, huh?!?! In March, he'll be debuting his solo live shows (COOL!), but ONLY in the United States (BOO!).
Enjoy!

Besos,

CC.
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Adele says she plans on "F*cking off for 5 years."

2012-02-14T10:52:00.000-08:00

Adele says she's tired of writing break up albums and she's fed up with being a 'bitter witch.'

After walking away with 6 Grammys on Sunday, Adele has decided that she'll be taking 4 - 5 years away from the music industry to focus on her personal life and her relationship with new boyfriend Simon Koneck.

(NOOOOO!!!! SAY IT AIN'T SO!!!!)

In a recent interview with Vogue, the singer says she blames her hectic work schedule for the failure of her previous relationships. She goes on to say that with time off, " at least now I can have enough time to write a happy record. And be in love and be happy. And then I don't know what I'll do. Get married. Have some kids. Plant a nice vegetable patch."

There's no word yet on exactly when Adele will be walking away from the spotlight, but rest assured, she'll be greatly missed :(.

RANDOM FACT: I once read an interview with Adele (AKA: Adele Laurie Blue Adkins) where she said that she kept her Grammys above her toilet (after winning a bunch of the awards for her debut album back in 2009). I'm thinking she'll need a bigger bathroom.

Here's one of my favourite tunes by Adele.

Enjoy!

Besos,

CC.
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I can't tell if this is Better or Worse than Rebecca Black's 'Friday'.

2012-02-13T15:55:00.000-08:00

I'm left speechless....

Is it WORSE or BETTER than the original version by Rebecca Black?
It's like trying to decide whether to put lemon or kosher salt into an open would.
Decisions, decisions.

Besos,

CC.
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It's Official: Hollywood Has Run Out Of Movie Ideas.

2012-02-13T10:41:00.000-08:00

Abraham Lincoln :Vampire Hunter

Seriously?
Wow.
This is awful.

Happy Monday! :)

Besos,

CC.
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Allow me to apologize in advance....

2012-02-10T15:23:00.000-08:00

My coworker Miné had this stinking song stuck in my head ALL DAY.
I'd catch myself singing 'Friday, Friday' under my breath and then have the sudden overwhelming urge to punch myself in the throat.
It turns out that today is the one year anniversary of the day this musical gem was released into the world. It's been raping our ears ever since.
You know I've gotta do this..... sorry.

My favourite line?
Ohhhhh... that's a tough one. It's gotta be a toss up between, 'We, we ,we so excited' ~OR~ 'Tomorrow is Saturday, and Sunday comes afterwards.'

Oh Rebecca Black! Your lyrics have cut to the core of me.

Enjoy!

Besos,

CC.
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Something to make your Friday EXTRA awesome!!!

2012-02-10T13:17:00.000-08:00

Found this by accident.
A wicked cover to the 80's tune 'Take On Me' by the Norwegian band A-ha.
So what makes this so amazing awesome and different from any other cover? Click and find out for yourself.

Ahhh yes. Nothing says sexy like an accordion. You may think I'm kidding, but I'm not. For realzies.

In case you're too young (or confused) to remember the tune, here's the original version.

I remember being in love with the lead singer... and I was less than 5 years old. (Those crazy Latina's!!!)

Enjoy!!!

Besos,

CC.
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