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Two days late…but here’s what I’m in to this week. Woo Hoo!

Currently reading this book.

Winter Olympics! I love ice skating!!

Not a new album, but I just re-discovered my love for Mika. Really like the song “Blame it on the Girls.”

NARS orgasm lip gloss. NARS has some great stuff. I don’t actually have this one but use it all the time at my sister’s!

Have a nice Valentine’s Day dinner at Shaw’s with my boyfriend.

xoxo

Things I’m into this week should be appearing tomorrow…and in even better and more exciting news….I GOT A JOB! YAY!

Oh Lost. Alternate universes/realities. Not sure how I feel about that just yet. And I don’t really have any theories as of yet either SO instead, I am going to post my wishlist/questions for the show for the upcoming season. Behold:

• Island Jin and Sun get reunited ASAP. And she tells him about the baby. NO MOAR SECRETS PLZ!
• Island Hurley becomes the leader of the new others/Temple People.
• We get an explanation of the Temple People and the Temple and why up until now the Losties never knew about it or them. Unless the TP and the others are the same people. But I thought that there were the others and then Richard’s people and they all just co-existed on the island. So then, I would like an explanation for that as well.
• Who Ilana and her “security guards” are and how they are connected to Jacob.
• New Charlie, New Desmond and New Hurley still become besties.
• More shirtless: Sayid (or whoever he is now), Sawyer and Desmond
• An end to the Jack/Kate/Sawyer love triangle that hopefully ends with Sawyer and Juliet together. Ha
• Where is Island Claire?
• Was Christian Sheppard just a body for Smokey? Is Christian not alive anymore or have anything to do with the island?
• If the island in the new timeline is now underwater, how did it get there? And does that mean Juliet never was there? So all New Sawyer needs to do is go to Florida and find her?!?!? Isn’t that where his daughter lives anyways?
• Why was Desmond on the plane?
• Why was Jacob living in the three-toed statue and why is it significant?

Okay, that’s all I can think of right now. Not as long as I thought it would be. And clearly way more questions. So come on Lost writers and creators…lets get moving!! Answers please!

xoxo

So here’s my usual Sunday “things I’m into” post. But with a little more writing since I have neglected the blog the past week. Last night my boyfriend and went to see Avatar in 3D. It was amazing. So visually stunning. The plot was a bit recycled from like 80 other movies and pretty predictable, but over it was still really good. I highly recommend that everyone go see it! And now I am so excited for Alice in Wonderland in 3D as well. We saw a preview (in 3D) before the movie started and it was incredible. I love that Johnny Depp is the Mad Hatter. Such a great role for him. The best part of the preview was the Cheshire Cat’s face leaping out at the screen. So good. So, in anticipation of the movie, I am reading Alice in Wonderland and Alice Through the Looking Glass, And What She Saw There. The actual novel, not the children’s book. Even though the movie is actually set some years after Alice as been to Wonderland and she is back because the Red Queen has taken over, I still think it will be fun to read. The SyFy channel actually did a similar “in the future” thing with a show called Alice. Visually it was great, the storyline was okay but just took a while to get moving.

Illinois readers: Don’t forget to VOTE! This Tuesday, Feb. 2nd!

Okay, on to my list!

Lost is BACK!! Last season. I have a feeling it’s gonna be even more confusing than ever. Oh, and I need this mug.

Tretorn rain/snow boots. I just bought a pair and love them. They keep my feet warm and dry and don’t cut off my circulation. Check them out at Piperlime . I got them somewhere else–and the sizing is a wee bit messed up. Mine are a bit big, but they get the job done.

Chanel temporary body art. Designed by Chanel Creative Director Peter Phillips. They will be available on the Chanel Web site in mid-Feb and sell for $75 for a pack of 55 designs. So good. 

All things David Bowie. I have always loved him. But lately getting more into his music. Yes, he really has two different color eyes.

Season 2 of RuPaul’s Drag Race on Logo. Such a great show. I hope Nina Flowers from season 1 makes an appearance. Girl was FLAWLESS. As is RuPaul. You better WORK!

I am assuming that on Wednesday there will be some sort of post about Lost. So don’t check on Wednesday if you don’t want to be spoiled!

xoxo

Things I’m into this week…mostly shoes!

Blitzen Trapper. Just discovered them. Good stuff.

Gucci Signature hobo in silver. Love.

German pop singer. Shut Up is my favorite song. In English and German. Very angry. It’s awesome.

I need these Prada slingbacks. I think they are a perfect shoe for an almost 30-year-old.

These Chloe t-strap wedges are perfect for the summer. Great color. Goes with everything!

These Gucci zip-front platforms would look perfect with the silver purse above!

xoxo

As promised, here are a list of television shows with a brief summary of why I like them. Yes, my mission is to make everyone watch as much tv as I do…maybe more…(insert mad scientist evil laugh). muawahahahaha

• Modern Family (ABC). This half hour sitcom is hysterical. It is about three generations of one family, which includes a gay son who just adopted a baby girl with his partner. Cam and Mitchell are my favorite. With Manny (step-son of the character that Ed O’Neill plays) as a close second. The show is perfect as a half hour because it’s funny without it dragging on. And so far, while some of the humor and scenes are awkward and uncomfortable, it’s not nearly as bad as some other shows on tv, that I believe have jumped the shark. *coughtheofficecough*Anyways, its worth a watch, and I don’t think its one of those shows you have to start from the beginning. It’s pretty easy to follow.

• Fringe (Fox). I know. Fringe is not new. But this is the second season, and I fear it may be the last if rating don’t go up. This show is another one from the great mind of JJ Abrams (Lost, Alias, FlashForward…) and follows FBI Agent Olivia Dunham (played by the gorgeous Anna Torv) and her team, which consists of Walter Bishop and his son, Peter (played by Joshua Jackson, YES PACEY) and her FBI Director Broyles and another agent Astrid. They delve into the world of pseudoscience and it’s awesome and hilarious and scary.This includes mind control, hybrid human/animals, bald men referred to as “the observers,”and a parallel universe currently run by Walter Bishop’s former partner, William Bell (Leonard Nimoy). And just like Lost and the like, this show also has hidden clues (although not as time consuming). And we find out each week, that prior to Walter’s long stint in St. Anne Asylum, he apparently was involved in most of the things the team investigates, including weird tests on Olivia as a child. And remember…there is more than one of everything. This show you for sure need to watch in order. So add the dvds to your Netflix queue people!

• Human Target (Fox). This show just started, but I’m already hooked. Its based on a comic book, so don’t expect it to be too realistic. This show follows the lives of three men who are independently contractors in saving people’s lives. And Mark Valley as Christopher Chance is awesome. In the pilot, he is shirtless. And dang, he has some NIIIIICE abs. But that’s not the only reason to watch. The dialogue is funny and the show is action packed with twists and turns. What more could you want?!

• Castle (ABC). Again, not a new show, but what started as a mid-season replacement, turned into a hilarious modern-day ‘Murder She Wrote.’ Only instead of Jessica Fletcher we get Rick Castle (Nathan Fillion), writer of the famous Derek Storm novels and the new Nikki Heat. The whole premise of this show is that Castle decides to shadow a homicide detective, Kate Beckett (Stana Katic) for a new novel. She becomes his inspiration for Nikki Heat and even after the book is published hilarity ensues. Similar to MSW, Rick is very adept at helping the NYPD help solve crimes and think outside the box. And Nathan Fillion plays the smarmy but charming and lovable character very well. His chemistry with Stana is great as is the rest of the cast. Its out on DVD, so also add those to the list. It’s worth it, I promise. Plus, Castle’s mother is played by Susan Sullivan (Kitty Montgomery on Dharma and Greg).

• The Good Wife (CBS).  I usually don’t get into law shows. Not sure why. But this law show is great. And not just because it involves Mr. Big and Gram from Dawson’s Creek. Juliana Margoulis is great in her role and the storylines, while slightly unbelievable, are good. The show follows Alica Florrick as a new junior associate despite her extensive background as she begins work again, only to discover she is vying for the position against another junior associate (fresh out of law school), Carey, played by Logan Huntzberger for all you Gilmore Girls fans. She decided to go back to work after her husband the former Cook County State’s Attorney, Peter, (Mr. Big), was arrested and charged with all sorts of bad things including having a multitude of affairs with lots and lots and lots of women, including prostitutes. The show follows Alicia’s climb back into the corporate world as well as raising two teenagers, and keeping composure in the wake of her husband’s scandal. However, we come to learn that Peter was probably set up (his kids realize that some of the photos were photo shopped and videos faked), the firm’s PI is totally working as a double agent to help Peter take down the newest attorney and clear his name, and that one of the partners, Will Gardner, is probably in love with Alicia, but also sort of a sleaze. Oh, and all this is totally going on behind Alicia’s back. And Christine Baranski also stars and is fabulous.

So this is it for the main shows I want to push. I also still watch Ugly Betty, 24, Heroes, Parks and Recreation, 30Rock Lost and Gossip Girl. And plan to add Life Unexpected and The Deep End. Oh, and clearly I love Glee. And have mixed feelings about FlashFoward. For more information on all these delightful shows…just take a gander on Google or IMDB. Oh, and also, one more thing, I don’t get HBO or Showtime, which is why I didn’t talk about True Blood etc. But I do love it. And Dexter. Although am way behind on Dexter. Add it to the pile! haha

Hope you enjoyed! Perhaps some book summaries coming soooooon.

xoxo

So I do watch other shows besides trashy reality tv. So coming soon (tomorrow) I am going to post about my favorite new shows on tv. Good stuff. And then I may do one about books after that. Since you know, I do read as well. My whole life isn’t just dedicated to television. Although it might sometimes seem like that. ahaha

STAY TUNED!!

Golden Globes and 24 tonight! And more 24 tomorrow! Oh My! Can’t wait to see what the celebs wear.

Stuff I’m into this week…

Doing what I can to help the people of Haiti.  Click on the above image to see what you can do to help. Every little bit counts.

Dan Brown’s newest book: The Lost Symbol

JACK IS BACK! 24…New York style!!

Alice in Wonderland nail polish by OPI. Movie is out in March! Can’t wait!

Great album.

Peace racerback tank by Wild Fox Couture.

xoxo

Coughing. Ugh. Finally succumbed to the winter cold that’s going around. Tomorrow or later today I may hit up either the CVS Minute Clinic or Walgreens Take Care Clinic. I wish they were closer…but the closest ones are a bus ride away (well actually I could walk if I didn’t actually feel like crap…which, you know, would totally defeat the purpose.

Anyways, so what better way to cure a cold then watch trashy reality tv, right? Yes, I am aware that I do that anyways, but this time its okay. ahaha Firstly, The Bad Girls Club. The other night, I went to dinner with my friend Meredith at the Chicago Diner (delicious vegan and vegetarian food), and she told me that she tried watching it…and didn’t understand the point. So I tried to explain. And of course I couldn’t because of course the show has no point. It’s like The Real World, but all women. Women who are apparently “bad girls” because they sleep around, get into fights, drink copious amounts of alcohol, like to out scream each other, cause unnecessary drama and walk around in their underwear.But really, there is no point. Oh and Oxygen totally banks on it by making clothing and such for us crazed fans. Oh yes…

You too can be a baaaaad girl! haha According to the Web site…this stuff is in high demand.You also can get yoga pants that say “sassy” and “cranky” on the ass. Trashy. In any form. Unless the back says the name of a college or university…I think those type of things are a fashion NO. Sorry Juicy Couture lovers.

So, the um, “moral,” of my blog today is that it’s totally okay for you to watch trashy tv. Yes, people may judge you, but if I have learned anything from these delightful famewhores, is that I don’t give a F*ck what others thing, and I’m gonna be me regardless. Take it or leave it.

Other trashtastic shows you may want to check out (that are on television currently) are: Secrets of Aspen (VH1), any of the Real Housewives…(Bravo), Celebrity Rehab (VH1), The Entertainer Finds Love in His Basement (VH1, that is not the name of the show, but you get the drift. The Entertainer was on such shows as I love New York and I Love Money), Tough Love (VH1), Keeping Up With the Kardashians (E!), Jersey Shore (MTV), and lots of others that I probably don’t even know about. So, let me know if there are ones I should add to the list! LONG LIVE FAMEWHORES! Hmmm should the Bachelor be added to this list? On The Wings of Love. HA. That sounds like a bad VH1 show right there. Seriously.

xoxo

Things I’m into this week…

Essie Nail Polish: Over The Top

Cotton Thigh Highs