This weekend I had brunch with some women I met in high school 10 years ago. Over french toast and mimosas we talked about work, relationships, and the gentrification of our hometown of Washington, D.C.
It's been about a month since I moved back home and when one of the ladies asked me why I returned I was still no closer to an answer. Then I stumbled across this clip of Kristin Chenoweth singing the song Stephanie Mills and Diana Ross made famous in the play and movie The Wiz... (my clip from the show expired...sorry, but enjoy the karaoke version ; )
...and I think that about SUMS IT UP!
Monday, May 31, 2010
Saturday, May 29, 2010
Friday, May 28, 2010
Wednesday, May 26, 2010
Tuesday, May 25, 2010
Celebrity Gossip: Cover Girl
Does anyone else think that Women's Health Magazine pasted the head of Glee's Lea Michelle on someone elses' body? This picture looks so photoshopped its insane!
What are your thoughts?
Thursday, May 20, 2010
Shop-Til-You-Drop: Kohl's (LC Lauren Conrad)
LC Lauren Conrad at Kohl's
Sequin slip sheath in "Eggnog" $60
Check out the rest of my picks when you click on "READ MORE"
Wednesday, May 19, 2010
Shop-Til-You-Drop: Victoria's Secret
Dress for success
Victoria's Secret has THE best casual dress selection. Check out my favorites when you "Read More"
Victoria's Secret has THE best casual dress selection. Check out my favorites when you "Read More"
Sunday, May 16, 2010
Shop-Til-You-Drop: Swirl (Daily Candy)
Summer Frock Shopping
Daily Candy, a hip guide to what's going on where, has launched a Sample Sale site called Swirl.
American Apparel items are 60% off until 5/21 with free shipping on your first order. To view my picks "Read More" below!
Daily Candy, a hip guide to what's going on where, has launched a Sample Sale site called Swirl.
What I Wore: Weekend Edition
- top- J.Crew
- jeans- vintage Levi's
- shoes- Sperry Topsiders
Networking with other Temple Alumni on a boat cruise around DC
- hat- AmbianceSF
- top, cardi, bag- J.Crew
- shorts- J.Crew (men's)
- shoes- Banana Republic
Saturday, May 15, 2010
Volunteer: Capital Area Foodbank
I got up early this morning and volunteered with other Temple University Alumni sorting food 7,000lbs of food donations at the Capital Area Foodbank in NE, DC. It was great to serve a community that I am so closely tied to, and to meet up with other Washington area Temple graduates.
Check out the rest of the photos when you "Read More"
Check out the rest of the photos when you "Read More"
Friday, May 14, 2010
Shop-Til-You-Drop: Summer Shoes
These Aldo Lahaie Brogues will look great with a silk romper or babydoll dress for a night out in the city and at just $80 you'll still have money left over for cocktails!
These Toms University Pink Rope Sole Classics for $59 are perfect for checking out summer concerts!
These Toms University Pink Rope Sole Classics for $59 are perfect for checking out summer concerts!
Wednesday, May 12, 2010
Shower the people you love with love...
Thanks to fab blogger Gabs over at Paperplanes and Maryjanes my little blog has received it's first award!
The Sunshine Award is bestowed upon "positive and creative bloggers" and I'd like to pay-it-forward to the following blogbuddies:
First off...thanks to Gabs at Paperplanes and Maryjanes
Kia at Yummy411
Brook at Vintage Brook
and those blogging beauties I have yet to meet over at:
Mariel at Preppy With a Twist
JeLisa at And They Lived Blogging Ever After
Krissie at What Would Krissie Wear
Rachel at That's Chic
Katrina at Nonsociety
Emily at Cupcakes and Cashmere
Ferocia and Coutura at The Glamazons
Lorin at The Life of Lorin
Demetria at A Belle in Brooklyn
Emily at Emphasis Added
The Sunshine Award is bestowed upon "positive and creative bloggers" and I'd like to pay-it-forward to the following blogbuddies:
First off...thanks to Gabs at Paperplanes and Maryjanes
Kia at Yummy411
Brook at Vintage Brook
and those blogging beauties I have yet to meet over at:
Mariel at Preppy With a Twist
JeLisa at And They Lived Blogging Ever After
Krissie at What Would Krissie Wear
Rachel at That's Chic
Katrina at Nonsociety
Emily at Cupcakes and Cashmere
Ferocia and Coutura at The Glamazons
Lorin at The Life of Lorin
Demetria at A Belle in Brooklyn
Emily at Emphasis Added
Tuesday, May 11, 2010
Monday, May 10, 2010
Doggie Dish: Dog Park Review
There is a major shortage of dog parks in Washington DC; I'm getting down and dirty with the doggies to review DC's Dog Parks! by Brea Ellis
In the Petworth neighborhood you'll find The Greenspace at 11th and Park Road. If you're coming from NW take 13th Street and make a left on Monroe, then go about two blocks and the park is on your right at the corner of 11th & Park Road. The main entrance to the park is on the 11th Street side in between the poop bag dispensers and trash cans; there is also an entrance on Park Road near the beginning of the fence. Ignore posted notices about maintaining a 2-lock system, that information is for WMATA who also uses the park to house some equipment.
In the Petworth neighborhood you'll find The Greenspace at 11th and Park Road. If you're coming from NW take 13th Street and make a left on Monroe, then go about two blocks and the park is on your right at the corner of 11th & Park Road. The main entrance to the park is on the 11th Street side in between the poop bag dispensers and trash cans; there is also an entrance on Park Road near the beginning of the fence. Ignore posted notices about maintaining a 2-lock system, that information is for WMATA who also uses the park to house some equipment.
Friday, May 7, 2010
Wednesday, May 5, 2010
Freebie: Starbucks Happy Hour
Starbucks is promoting their new "have it your way" Frappuccino. If you've ever tried to order a soy Frappucino, or one with an extra shot of espresso you know the company has a "no substitutions" policy, mainly because they make their Fraps from a premixed liquid and ice. I guess enough people have complained because Starbucks is introducing the "Create Your Own" Frappuccino, so if you like Soy milk, extra coffee (although there is no actual coffee in a Frap), or anything else your heart desires...the choice is yours!
It's no longer a rumor - now at Starbucks you can customize your very own Frappuccino® blended beverage. How will you express your love for this sweet indulgence? The possibilities are nearly endless - and the choice is all yours.
• Choose Your Milk
Will it be nonfat, 2%, whole or soy?
• Pick Your Coffee
Extra coffee? A shot of espresso? Decaf perhaps?
• Lower Your Calories
Want us to make it light or hold the whip?
• Add the Fun Stuff
A little drizzle? Chocolaty chips? Whipped cream?
Create your own at your local Starbucks or right now at frappuccino.com.
And to remind you just how refreshingly delicious Starbucks Frappuccinos are, the company is offering them at half price during Happy Hour!
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• Choose Your Milk
Will it be nonfat, 2%, whole or soy?
• Pick Your Coffee
Extra coffee? A shot of espresso? Decaf perhaps?
• Lower Your Calories
Want us to make it light or hold the whip?
• Add the Fun Stuff
A little drizzle? Chocolaty chips? Whipped cream?
Create your own at your local Starbucks or right now at frappuccino.com.
And to remind you just how refreshingly delicious Starbucks Frappuccinos are, the company is offering them at half price during Happy Hour!
Between May 7 and May 16, enjoy a half-price Frappuccino® blended beverage at participating Starbucks in the afternoon – 3 to 5 p.m., to be exact.
One per customer, U.S. & Canada stores only. Void where prohibited. Cannot be combined with other offers or discounts.
Monday, May 3, 2010
Celebrity Gossip: Couple Alert
Holy Reality Star Mashup!
by Brea Ellis
Angela Simmons, star of MTV's "Daddy's Girls", is linked to fellow reality star Rob Kardashian. Simmons is the daughter of 80's rapper turned reverend Joseph Simmons,who has close to 1 million followers on Twitter; Kardashian is the youngest child of O.J. Simpson lawyer the late Robert Kardashian.
These two have already been featured on reality TV so perhaps their relationship will survive the Reality Romance curse that has befallen such stars as Jessica Simpson and Nick Lachey, Carmen Electra and Dave Navarro, and most recently Jon and Kate Gosselin. Good luck young lovers!
photo credit: hadnews.com
photo credit: famelifestyle.blogspot.com
by Brea Ellis
Angela Simmons, star of MTV's "Daddy's Girls", is linked to fellow reality star Rob Kardashian. Simmons is the daughter of 80's rapper turned reverend Joseph Simmons,who has close to 1 million followers on Twitter; Kardashian is the youngest child of O.J. Simpson lawyer the late Robert Kardashian.
These two have already been featured on reality TV so perhaps their relationship will survive the Reality Romance curse that has befallen such stars as Jessica Simpson and Nick Lachey, Carmen Electra and Dave Navarro, and most recently Jon and Kate Gosselin. Good luck young lovers!
photo credit: hadnews.com
photo credit: famelifestyle.blogspot.com
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