Sunday, September 4, 2011

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Mona-Johannesson-by-David-Bellemere5Magazine: Marie Claire Italia, September 2011 Model: Mona Johannesson Photography: David Bellemere                          

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This week, in medical news

Modern medicine and the human body can be so bizarre. Take for instance a test recently developed and soon to be made available for the general public in Great Britain, that literally tells you when you are going to die. Ok, it?s not that specific, but still what is this, Gattaca?
An article in the U.K. [...]

Source: http://blog.su-spectator.com/2011/05/this-week-in-medical-news/

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Saturday, September 3, 2011

How to Make Earrings at Home: The Earring Style Book is a Great Guide

Jewelry designer and author Stephanie Wells has a new book called The Earring Style Book. The full title is: The Earring Style Book: Making Designer Earrings, Capturing Celebrity Style, and Getting the Look for Less – what a mouthful, huh? But I bet you’re interested, and I know that I am. Everyone loves handmade jewelry, especially when they can say that theirs are the hands that made them! Stephanie Wells and Alisa Rottenberg of Double Happiness Jewelry have designed jewelry for celebrities like Lindsay Lohan, Alicia Keys, Beyonce and Eva Longoria. The Earring Style Book uses that great style to teach you how to make jewelry. There are 40 earring styles featured in the book. “You?ll learn basic jewelry making skills, as well as Double Happiness techniques for making frames, wrapping wires and beads, and connecting multiple wraps. Whether your style is chic, glamorous, rock-and-roll, or bohemian, you?ll find easy-to-make earrings that will revive?and revolutionize?any outfit.” – Amazon Buy it on Amazon, HERE This post How to Make Earrings at Home: The Earring Style Book is a Great Guide is from Ring-O-Blog - Directory of Wonderful Rings - The Ring Blog Main site: Ring-O-Blog - Directory of Wonderful Rings Copyright … Continue reading

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POLL: Did mom go too far on 'Toddlers & Tiaras' by giving daughter padded breasts?

On the latest episode of TLC’s Toddlers & Tiaras, Maddy Jackson, all of four-years-old, pranced on a beauty pageant stage sporting a padded bosom and backside, shaking and shimmying in manner of a vintage Dolly Parton.
?When she wears the fake boobs and fake butt, it?s an added, extra bonus,? Maddy?s mom, Lindsay, said on the [...]

Source: http://entertainment.blogs.foxnews.com/2011/09/02/poll-did-mom-go-too-far-on-toddlers-tiaras-by-giving-daughter-padded-breasts/

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Get Sizzling Summer Evening Style in our Clip Raindrop Earrings

Hello, ladies!� The easiest way to make a fabulous entrance is in bold and dramatic jewelry ? something we at Off Broadway Boutique know plenty about.� And with Summer evenings requiring that you stand out from the crowd, this is the perfect opportunity to break out in our clip raindrop earrings.� Part of our exclusive [...]

Source: http://www.offbroadwayboutique.com/blog/clip-raindrop-earrings/

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Angelina ?Very Jealous? at Brad and Gwyneth?s On-Screen Reunion

Brad Pitt and Gwyneth Paltrow, the most blonde and beautiful couple of the 90’s, are reuniting on screen playing a husband and wife in Dirty Tricks, a film about the wife of Richard Nixon’s attorney. Brad’s girlfriend, Angelina Jolie, is reported to be “quite concerned” and “very jealous” about this arrangement. After all, [...]

Source: http://www.popcornnation.com/news/angelina-very-jealous-at-brad-and-gwyneths-on-screen-reunion/

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Coming Soon: Rogue Territory Stantons

With summer heading into fall, it’s either time to put your current pair of jeans in the freezer, dry clean them, or give them a brief break – let some of that sweat dry out. While you’re waiting, it’s the perfect time to start looking around for your next pair of jeans that the colder [...]

Source: http://blog.needsupply.com/2011/09/01/coming-soon-rogue-territory-stantons/

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Leopard Wedges....


I recently received these adorable Leopard wedges from Me Too shoes and they've immediately become one of my go to shoes this summer. Well for starters, I like anything that's a wedge or espadrille and these are equally comfortable as they are stylish. They're also leopard print, so hopefully I can wear them a little over extending into the fall. They're currently on sale on Zappos for $62. More pics to come on how I styled them, but in the meantime thought you'd enjoy a sneak peak. 

Happy Friday! 


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Bachelor Pad Preview ?The Contestants Couple Up? 9/5/11 ? Photos Here

On the next episode of ABC’s “Bachelor Pad,” the contestants must couple up to compete as couples for the remainder of the season, beginning with this week’s challenge — the “Nearly-wed Game” — which tests how well the pairs know each other. We have the couples and the photos to prove it!! The couples are [...]

Source: http://haveuheard.net/2011/09/bachelor-pad-preview-the-contestants-couple-up-9511-photos/

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OMG, how cute: Haggis dances to Britney

Haggis has filled out a bit since his previous dancing video we posted last year. He has also acquired a taste for Britney Spears. He even sings along! (Thanks Catherine!)


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Friday, September 2, 2011

Hilary Duff Can't Wait for Brazil Trip

Hilary Duff shows off a bit of her bra through a semi-sheer top as she stops at CVS on Thursday (September 1) in Toluca Lake, Calif.
The 23-year-old actress and expectant mama picked up a few essentials on her trip out.
PHOTOS: Check out the latest pics of Hilary Duff
Hil is currently gearing up for a big [...]

Source: http://justjared.buzznet.com/2011/09/02/hilary-duff-cvs-toluca-lake/

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Rihanna Grabs A Bite To Eat In Santa Monica

Rihanna had her wild-hair-game in complete effect last night in Santa Monica as she grabbed some dinner from Giorgio Baldi. Minus the glam look, Fellas would you still get at Ri-Ri if she wasn’t a celebrity??? More images     Share this on Bebo Blog this on Blogger Subscribe to the comments for this post? [...]

Source: http://mediaoutrage.com/2011/09/02/rihanna-grabs-a-bite-to-eat-in-santa-monica/

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Spotlight On: Isabel Gillies

Author Isabel Gillies is ready to release her second book A Year in Six Seconds: A Love Story. We know will it be as engrossing as her first, Happens Every Day. Here, the former Law & Order actor shares her love lessons, summer plans and personal style mantra? See the feature…

Source: http://blog.toryburch.com/2011/07/spotlight-on-isabel-gillies/

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Who Has Erik Estrada Dated?

Source: http://www.celebritydatingblog.com/2010/10/who-has-erik-estrada-dated.html

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The AW11 Lust List

Hi, Baukjen here. There?s no denying that the weather in London is pretty dire at the moment but here at Isabella Oliver HQ we?re not complaining. The August drop of our AW11 pieces have now arrived and the bad weather is the perfect excuse to get started on the new collection! This season we really [...]

Source: http://www.isabellaoliver.com/blog/the-aw11-lust-list/

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Calendario Pirelli 2012

Officially released in New York on December 6th, the highly anticipated and always notorious Pirelli calendar arrives. If 2012 is predicted to be the end, then the tire-maker has picked the right group of girls to send you�fair well. Shot by�Mario Sorrenti , the calendar features Kate Moss,�Milla Jovovich,�Mad� Margaret and more. Vanity Fair got [...]

Source: http://blog.needsupply.com/2011/08/30/calendario-pirelli-2012/

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My Finds: Multi-Color Satchel

The other day while at Aldo I spotted this adorable multi-color satchel. Lately I've been all about bright colors and fun patterns when it comes to handbags. The great thing about this bag is you can also wear it cross-body. The brown faux-leather also looks great in person, in my opinion can even pass as the real deal.  Here's where to get it:

Hunson Bag, Aldo, $50

Source: http://www.vivafashionblog.com/2011/08/my-finds-multi-color-satchel.html

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Thursday, September 1, 2011

summer vacation has officially commenced

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{swimming today at Nana & Baca's house..which may have included some red shoulders after it was all said and done}

Pls. excuse the blog silence. It has been the last week of school for us which for some reason has added a few extra activities here and there...some may have been extra-curricular I admit. Anyway summer vacation has officially started today and we couldn't be any happier to not have such a rigid schedule.

Summertime for us here in the desert means that sometimes even the pool gets too warm. When that happens then it is time to hit the road to avoid being trapped in air-conditioned buildings at all times. Last year I swore I was going to leave for most of the summer so we will see where we end up summer 2011.

Do you all have any fun summer plans?

P.S. - This is HUGE that I have hit the season in life that I finally feel comfortable enough to take the kids to the pool all by myself...even if at times there were more kicks than giggles if you know what I mean

Source: http://vivafullhouse.blogspot.com/2011/05/summer-vacation-has-officially.html

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Who Has Aaron Eckhart Dated?

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Justin Timberlake gets back to work, Hunger Games go virtual and K Stew stars in music video

Rihanna is suing the people who were involved in selling the singer her $6.9 million mansion in Beverly Hills in 2009. Rihanna claims her real estate agent lied about previous damage done to the home, making it susceptible to more damage during a severe storm in 2010. Mo money, mo problems Justin Timberlake put on [...]

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Scarlett Johansson talks ?Avengers?

Scarlett told Hollywood Reporter about her movie ‘The Avengers’ during join Disney’s D23 Expo on Saturday ?It?s a massive movie,? Renner, who plays Hawkeye in the superhero movie, tells us at the D23 Expo on Saturday. ?Yeah, it?s a massive production,? co-star Johansson, who plays Black Widow, agrees. ?We have a lot of sets, and [...]

Source: http://johanssonweb.org/2011/08/24/scarlett-johansson-talks-avengers/

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DWTS? Lacey Schwimmer Says Bigoted Reactions to Chaz Bono ?Not Cool?

Chaz Bono is making Dancing with the Stars history by being the first transgendered person to compete on the show and his partner Lacey Schwimmer isn’t too happy that some fans of the show aren’t embracing this milestone move. Schwimmer told TheInsider.com: “It’s disappointing. No human is perfect, so why are they pointing out what [...]

Source: http://haveuheard.net/2011/09/dwts-lacey-schwimmer-says-bigoted-reactions-chaz-bono-not-cool/

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BestFan Exclusive: Roger Mooking Heat Seeking Adventure

BestFan TV host Rachel David caught up with celebrity chef and Food Network Canada star Roger Mooking (Everday Exotic) in Toronto’s Kensington Market for a heat seeking adventure. Roger shares some of Toronto’s hot spots and spicy delicacies to test just how much heat Rachel could handle.
Roger Mooking alongside Aaron Sanchez (Chef vs. City) host [...]

Source: http://www.bestfan.com/blog/2011/08/bestfan-exclusive-roger-mooking-heat-seeking-adventure-2/

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Lanvin F/W 2011 Video Campaign

Steven Meisel directed this mini video campaign for Lanvin Fall/Winter 2011/2012 Collection, where you can see models Raquel Zimmermann, Karen Elson as well as Alber Elbaz himself dancing in a non-conventional luxury brand campaign! Always nice to see that fashion luxury brands can have a sense of humor! Watch the video below. (...) Read More [...]

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Robert Hammerle on...One Day

*A movie to keep in mind when confined to home this winter with a high fever,�cursing yourself for failing to get a flu shot One Day�is a messy, episodic tale about love and missed chances. It?s inherent imperfection lies with the fact that its basic story is simply too true to life, namely just how... Read more »

Source: http://www.chicagonow.com/hammervision/2011/08/robert-hammerle-on-one-day/

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Wednesday, August 31, 2011

Artful Bath


That tub looks amazing! I love the black walls, the art, and the homey towels and baskets.
Country Living / Photo by Max Kim-Bee

Source: http://www.mimiandmegblog.com/2011/08/artful-bath.html

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Books for Little Girls

Sitting at the Barnes & Noble today, I was struck by how many “girl” books are about fairies and brides and princesses and girls with no ambitions aside from landing a man. And these are books for LITTLE, little girls, like toddlers. Since I’d like my daughter to grow up hoping for more than just... Read more »

Source: http://www.chicagonow.com/hammervision/2011/08/books-for-little-girls/

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Jason Castro and ?Daddy?s Girl?

Jason Castro, American Idol contestant on the seventh season, welcomed a baby girl on Sunday, August 28th. Madeline Emilia Castro is the first child for Castro and his wife, Mandy. The couple has been married since January 2010. Castro shared a picture of himself and his precious little girl on his Twitter page and made [...]

Source: http://celebritybabies.info/2011/08/30/jason-castro-and-daddys-girl/

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J Lo: One Busy Mama

J Lo recently confirmed that she’ll be back for season 11 of American Idol! On top of this high-profile gig, she’s facing a very public split from Marc Anthony,� loving her duties as a proud mother of twins Max and Emme, and just celebrated� her 42nd birthday! According to her friends, her spirits are very [...]

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Celebrity Charity Block Party A Success For LA Mission

A host of stars came together on Saturday to help the homeless and the hungry at the Los Angeles Mission.

Homelessness is a tragedy for anyone, especially families with children. Making ends meet with little or no income means that compromises are a daily occurrence. But the End of Summer Block Party at the Los Angeles Mission takes one compromise away from hundreds of families ? school supplies.

About one thousand backpacks full of schools supplies were handed out to grateful kids at the Block Party on Saturday. The day was the result of a combined effort by nonprofits, businesses and people who just want to help.

Among the celebrities who attended were Hilary Duff (Bloodworth), Charlotte Ross (Glee), Katie Blair (Miss California USA 2011), Angie Everhart (Take Me Home Tonight), Brandon Molale (True Blood), Parris Mostellar (Judy Moody and the Not Bummer Summer), Ty Paintz (How to Eat Fried Worms), Lauren Storm (I Love You Beth Cooper), Savannah Jayde (Big Time Rush), Kellie Goss (Big Time Rush), Tucker Albrizi (Alvin and the Chipmunks), Allisyn Ashley Arm (Meet Dave), Paige Adkins (Cuttin’ Da Mustard), REBORN (Gospel Artist), Oren Williams (Lincoln Heights), Zachary Williams (Lincoln Heights), Justin Tinnicci (Big Love), Lauren Dair Owens (Kids Quest) and others.

For a decade the Block Party has been a way for kids to play, have fun, win prizes and forget about their circumstances ? if for only a day. The Los Angeles Mission has been serving the homeless and poor in the Skid Row area for 75 years What started as a soup kitchen in the Great Depression in 1934 continues to serve the needy in the great recession of 2011.

Fifth Street, the main street of Skid Row was decorated with bright and colorful tents and inflatable play areas set up for maximum fun. Slides, a dunk tank, face painting, crafts, games and of course backpacks full of school supplies were spread down the street.

“The numbers are startling,” said Herb Smith, President of the Los Angeles Mission. "We have expanded our services to families and children daily, but it is heartbreaking to talk to parents who are trying to keep a family together while struggling to pay rent, buy food and provide all a family needs. Today is just part of the services the Mission provides to help families in economic distress.

Children from age 4 to 17 got a backpack. Nearly 1,000 backpacks and the school supplies that are so important at this time of year were distributed. Supplies, including pencils, notebooks, crayons, erasers, folders and arts & craft items were donated. The backpacks came from Blessings in a Backpack, a charity started by actress Hilary Duff. Schools supplies were donated by Jackson-Hewitt, Buck Consultants, Landsburg-Amcor and individuals.

“On behalf of Hilary Duff and myself, the importance of allowing these children, our children, to go to school with the proper supplies and knowing that someone cares about them being ready to succeed is very significant,” said Stan Curtis of Blessings in a Backpack. “We are proud of this partnership.”

Celebrity volunteers always come to Los Angeles Mission events. They worked to make sure everyone had a good time, and helped In-N-Out Burger, King Taco and the Los Angeles Mission kitchen crew serve a picnic to the Block party participants and their families. US Foods helped with a variety of food and serving items. And this year there were snow cones provided by volunteers from marketing firm Russ Reid.

Several hundred volunteers from all over the area gave their time ? with tens of thousands of hours given by thousands of volunteers each year to the Mission.

The famous “Nickel” ? the name that Fifth Street had had since the Mission was founded in the 1930’s ? was closed by 6:00 AM. Vehicular traffic was re-routed around the street between Wall and San Pedro so that setup could start early Saturday morning. There were inflated bounce houses, slides, craft tents and food service areas set up. Families started lining up early so they could have plenty of time for food and fun before getting their school materials and backpacks.

“Last year, we thought that we had made it through the roughest part of the recession and that things were starting to look up,” said Smith. “But the latest unemployment numbers and the continuing economic turmoil means it is hard for people to find work, especially those who have low skills, insufficient education and big gaps in their work history. The Mission works daily to provide education and job training ? but many of our graduates can’t find jobs in the current market.” Smith adds, “The economy of Skid Row won’t turn around until there are living-wage jobs and affordable housing for those at the bottom of the economic ladder.”

Representatives from the Los Angeles Christian Health Centers and volunteer nursing students from all over the area provided health screenings including height and weight, body mass index calculation and nutrition information. California State University Long Beach sent students and faculty to conducted speech and hearing evaluations of the children who attended.

U. S. Bank and City National Bank (CNB) provided financial substantial support for the event.

“Once again it is our pleasure to assist in the sponsorship of the Los Angeles Mission’s end of summer Block Party,” said Robert Deidrick, Vice President of US Bank. “This annual event is the ideal program to truly demonstrate US Bank’s commitment to our local community and though our contribution hopefully helps shape the lives of our inner city young people.”

“City National Bank is delighted to share our love of reading with the children and families that come to the Los Angeles Mission for this day of fun,” said Bonnie Tseng, Assistant VP, event volunteer organizer, City National Bank. In addition to financial support, City National also donated books to the young guests.

For 75 years, the Los Angeles Mission has served homeless and hurting men and women of downtown Los Angeles, providing emergency services such as shelter, food and clothing. In addition, the Los Angeles Mission also offers long-term residential rehabilitation programs, including education, job training, transitional housing and counseling.

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Funny Faces and Amazing Dumplings

A European photographer came up to me and asked jokingly if I specialized in photographing synchronized swimming. He was kidding around because during the first week of the FINA World Swimming Championships, I had been shooting a lot of synchronized swimming. As you could probably tell by my last post, I wasn?t that thrilled to [...]

Source: http://blog.gettyimages.com/2011/07/27/funny-faces-and-amazing-dumplings/

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Scarlett Johansson Wins Tony

“Being a movie star is a quality that somebody sort of embodies, and being a celebrity is something that people recognize in you. I just hope to make good movies.”
- Scarlett Johansson
The 25 year old star of such movies as Lost in Translation (2003) and Match Point (2005) is on a roll. In June alone [...]

Source: http://scarlettjohansson.celebden.com/546/scarlett-johansson-wins-tony/

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Most Wanted: The 797 Bag

On September 8 our Manhattan flagship at 797 Madison opens. In honor of this special opening we have designed �the 797 handbag collection?available in a clutch, messenger or satchel (which can also be worn as a crossbody). Utilitarian in feel, the design was inspired by a vintage military bag found on a trip to Europe. [...]

Source: http://blog.toryburch.com/2011/08/most-wanted-the-797-bag/

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Tuesday, August 30, 2011

You?re Really ?Going Places?

Going back to school or starting a new job is your opportunity to shine in a whole new way! We hope that our latest stylebook, Going Places, inspires a fresh, go-getter outlook on your wardrobe. Watch and share our behind-the-scenes video, featuring model Allie working smart, lovely looks. From the stand-out capes to the classic [...]

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Skip Hop on the Streets of Brooklyn

We met this family as they were returning from the farmer's market in Brooklyn. Their 7 week old baby girl is adorable! We admit that we got a little side-tracked taking her picture, but still managed to get a great...

Source: http://blog.skiphop.com/2011/07/skip-hop-on-the-streets-of-brooklyn.html

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Uncontrollable Mothering: is it ever smooth sailing?

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Celebrity Plastic Surgery: Before and After Photos

It’s always one of the most controversial topics in Hollywood. Did she or didn’t she go under the knife? Some celebs like Bruce Jenner are…

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OMG gossip: Line up for your Wahlburger

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Mark and Donnie Wahlberg to open Wahlburgers Restaurant. Yes, really. [evil beet]

OMG celebrities eat ice cream too! [huffpo]

Simon Cowell wants his body frozen so he can be re-animated at a later date [dlisted]

Jon Stewart will interview Nirvana band members [celebrity cafe]

OMG hot models making funny faces in Australia! [after elton]

And the same hot models on the runway in skimpy bathing suits [kenneth]

Rose McGowan escaped from a cult at the age of nine! [celebitchy]

Pitbull is surprised Lindsay Lohan is suing him for defamation [popbytes]

OMG the top ten gayest cities in the USA! [joe]

Yes, Rihanna has a sex tape. [allie]

OMG fabulous remix of Britney Spears's "Seal It With a Kiss" [arjan]

Michael Ian Black reminisces over his sex scene with Bradley Cooper [socialite life]

OMG the Jennifer Aniston babies that never were [amy grindhouse]

MTV's Real World: San Diego trailer is full of sloppy gay kissing [towleroad]

Where are Rider Strong and other 90s teen idols today? [2leep]

OMG, Coca-Cola... CLOTHING? [oh la la]

Watch this NBA player knock out a reporter [double viking]

OMG calorie explosion! [the berry]


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Who Has Kian Egan Dated?

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There really were 57 varieties of Heinz products!

? Day 241 of Vintage 365 ?


 

As someone with a melting pot of origins comprising my ancestry, one of my favourite ways for years now to describe my genealogical background is to say that I'm a "Heinz 57 of European nationalities".

Of the I've been able to conclusively determine through my genealogical research there's British, French (and French Canadian), German, Russian, Prussian, Polish, and (wayyyyy back) Danish. I don?t for a second that others are whirling around in the mix, too.

Many of us have similar backgrounds, made up of ancestors who hailed from various corners of the world, so it comes as to surprise that when I use this term, others have been quick to eagerly adopt it for their own use. I don't mind in the least, and encourage you to do the same, if you'd like.

The term "Heinz 57", which appears on many Heinz products to this day, is often used to describe a diverse and/or large group of varying items. For example, you could say, "The buffet at Sally's party was a real Heinz 57 of dishes", or, "My wardrobe is so eclectic, it's a Heinz 57 of styles", and folks would instantly understand that you were describing a mixed bag of items, people, situations or what have you.

The origins of this expression lie in a slogan that the famous food manufacturing company used in it early days: "Heinz 57 Varieties of Pure Food Products".

Company legend has it that "57" was chosen because the numbers five and seven were of particular significance to Henry John Heinz, founder of the brand. While the company was actually manufacturing more than 60 different products at the time, Heinz like the ring that 57 had to it and opted to use that number as part of his company?s marketing campaign and branding.

{Vintage Heinz 57 advertising publication, from 1909, via Wikipedia.}

 

Heinz products have been on shelves for over a hundred years now and their logo is one of the most recognizable in the world. As such, I started wondering one day, just what were some of the products that made up the yesteryear list of 57 Heinz varieties?

If we hop back in time to the 1930s, the following is a list of 57 products that Heinz produced. Many are long gone (despite the more than 5,7000 items the company now produces worldwide), but other classics - like pork and beans, dill pickles, cider vinegar, chilli sauce, and ketchup are still going strong.

 

57 Heinz products from the 1930s

 

1. Heinz Oven-Baked Beans with Pork and Tomato Sauce

2. Heinz Oven-Baked Beans without Tomato Sauce, with Pork--Boston Style

3. Heinz Oven-baked Beans in Tomato Sauce without Meat?Vegetarian

4. Heinz Oven-Baked Red Kidney Beans

5. Heinz Cream of Tomato Soup

6. Heinz Cream of Green Pea Soup

7. Heinz Cream of Celery Soup

8. Heinz Mince Meat

9. Heinz Plum Pudding

10. Heinz Fig Pudding

11. Heinz Peanut Butter

12. Missing from list

13. Heinz Cooked Sour Kraut with Pork

14. Heinz Cherry Preserves

15. Heinz Red Raspberry Preserves

16. Heinz Peach Preserves

17. Heinz Strawberry Preserves

18. Heinz Pineapple Preserves

19. Heinz Crab-apple Jelly

20. Heinz Currant Jelly

21. Heinz Grape Jelly

22. Heinz Quince Jelly

23. Heinz Apple Butter

24. Heinz Preserved Sweet Gherkins

25. Heinz Preserved Sweet Mixed Pickles

26. Heinz Sour Spiced Gherkins

27. Heinz Sour Mixed Pickles

28. Heinz Chow Chow Pickle

29. Heinz Sweet Mustard Pickle

30. Heinz Dill Pickles

31. Heinz Fresh Cucumber Pickle

32. Heinz Fresh Cucumber Relish

33. Heinz India Relish 34. Heinz Sandwich Relish

35. Heinz Soup Pickled Onions

36. Heinz Preserved Sweet Onions

37. Heinz Spanish Queen Olives

38. Heinz Stuffed Spanish Olives

39. Heinz Ripe Olives

40. Heinz Pure Spanish Olive Oil

41. Heinz Tomato Ketchup

42. Heinz Chili Sauce

43. Heinz Beefsteak Sauce

44. Heinz Pepper Sauce, Red and Green

45. Heinz Worcestershire Sauce

46. Heinz Prepared Mustard

47. Heinz Prepared Mustard Sauce

48. Heinz Evaporated Horseradish

49. Heinz Salad Cream

50. Heinz Mayonnaise Salad Dressing

51. Heinz Pure Malt Vinegar 52. Heinz Pure Cider Vinegar

53. Heinz Distilled White Vinegar 54. Heinz Tarragon Vinegar

55. Heinz Rice Flakes

56. Heinz Breakfast Wheat

57. Heinz Tomato Juice"

(Take from from the Heinz Book of Salads, 1930. Online version of list from the Food Timeline.)

 

The etymology of words and phrases has always fascinated me. I love finding out where folklore ends and the truth begins (or vice versa!). It's lovely to know that Heinz really did have 57 products to back up their slogan back in the early decades of the twenty-first century - and can't help but wish they still manufactured a few of these (how delicious do Quince Jelly and Pineapple Preserves sound?).

Whether you consider yourself a Heinz 57 of different nationalities, are a "purebred pup" like my 100% Italian husband, or fall somewhere in between, chances are you've heard of the expression "Heinz 57" before.

Now, as  beloved radio broadcaster Paul Harvey would have said, you know the rest of the story behind this classic expression and the brand that spawned its usage.

I, for one, am off to go find some quince jelly! Smile


Source: http://www.chronicallyvintage.com/2011/08/there-really-were-57-varieties-of-heinz.html

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Inexpensive Engagement Rings Under 100: Five Examples

Just because you’re not marrying Mr. Moneybags doesn’t mean you have to sacrifice your engagement ring. There are different styles of inexpensive engagement rings that you can consider: without a diamond (and a cubic zirconia), with a different sort of gemstone, with no diamond or gemstone at all, with a cheaper metal like silver or a sale ring. Below are five examples. Top Five Tivoli Engagement Rings: All Under 100 Five Inexpensive Engagement Rings Under 100 This 5 Carat Rock Crystal Sterling Silver Ring is just $50, and while it skips a diamond it has a big sparkly impact with the large crystal. This inexpensive engagement ring is from Ice.com, HERE. Although it’s just making it in under our price point of 100 dollars, I love the 1.35 cttw 925 Sterling Silver 14K White Gold Plated Genuine Round White Topaz Engagement Ring from Amazon (HERE.) This sale ring is great because it’s got the white gold plating over the silver. And the white topaz looks a lot like a diamond. When it comes to CZ engagement rings, you can find a lot of pieces for around $50. Looking very fancy is the Liezel’s Engagement Ring – Cushion Cut CZ – … Continue reading

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Monday, August 29, 2011

Selma Blair ? Picture of ?My Boys?

Selma Blair is a proud mommy! She tweeted a photo of her newborn, Arthur, cuddled up with Daddy Jason Bleick early this morning, Friday August 19th. The little boy was born on July 25th, nearly 2 weeks past his due date. Blair titled the precious photo, ?My boys.?

Source: http://celebritybabies.info/2011/08/19/selma-blair-picture-of-my-boys/

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5 of the Best Jude Frances Rings

Jude Frances jewelry is popular for being so well designed and made of excellent materials. You’ll notice in the 5 rings below that every piece feels special. Gemstones are highlighted for their strengths. In the case of onyx, that means using it as a backdrop for scrollwork looking designs made of silver and gold. When it comes to lighter, crystal light jewels such as white and blue topaz, it’s all about letting diamonds congregates around to anchor the piece. Take a look below as 5 of the best Jude Frances rings we’ve found. Jude Frances Jewelry Clockwise from top left Jude Frances Rings – White Topaz Ring from Neiman Marcus, HERE Jude Frances Jewelry – Onyx Maltese Cross Ring from Neiman Marcus, HERE 18K White Gold, Diamond & Sky Blue Topaz Princess Ring by JudeFrances from Twigs, HERE 18k six stone ring in white topaz by JudeFrances from Twigs, HERE Jude Frances Rings – Florentine Ring from Neiman Marcus, HERE This post 5 of the Best Jude Frances Rings is from Ring-O-Blog - Directory of Wonderful Rings - The Ring Blog Main site: Ring-O-Blog - Directory of Wonderful Rings Copyright 2011 by RingOBlog.com - Please do not scrape content.

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Life According to Lynn: How to be a Great Dinner Guest

Source: http://blog.toryburch.com/2011/08/life-according-to-lynn-how-to-be-a-great-dinner-guest/

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Are You Feelin? This Outfit???

Nicki Minaj arrived to the 28th Annual MTV Video Music Awards wearing this outfit which was successful in turning plenty of heads. We have no idea what it is or who styled it but what we do want to know is Are You Feelin’ It MO??? More Harajuku Barbie:   Share this on Bebo Blog [...]

Source: http://mediaoutrage.com/2011/08/29/are-you-feelin-this-outfit-38/

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Pausing to remember that the glass is half full


? Day 227 of Vintage 365 ?


 

My husband is not a pessimist by any stretch of the imagination, yet I think he'd be the first to say that between the two of us, I tend to look at things with the more rose coloured glasses. As such, it touched me a lot when, just the other day while we were in the living room, out the blue he looked up from his laptop and said rather matter-of-factly, "Life is good".

Yes, sweetheart, it is.

This year has been a rough one on various front, and we've both been contending with some pretty heavy medical issues on top of many other things. It seemed at first as though 2011 couldn't deliver a good day to save its skin, and it's still not winning any "best year ever" awards (not by a long shot).

Yet, as with many of the harder times in life, you can't help but grow during the challenges. They push you as person, make you strive harder toward your dreams, remind you of the things that matter most in this crazy world of ours.

Tribulations are by no means a 20th or 21st century invention. Whether it was outrunning a sabre-toothed tiger thousands upon thousands of years ago, praying the black plague spared you, or forging your way across a fledging continent as a pioneer, the human race has dealt with negatives and hardships of every magnitude since the dawn of time.

Some trials are massive, others only seem it. Some break us, some make us, and others turn out to be false alarms. There are good days and bad, but if you see the potential for sunshine on cloudy ones, you'll usually pull through those bleaker moments in one piece.

As we hit the middle of August, I'm reminded of a Jane Austen quote, "To sit in the shade on a fine day, and look upon verdure is the most perfect refreshment." To me these words tie into my husbands positive sentiments about life.

During these last few sizzling hot weeks of summer, no matter where you feel your life is at right now, it's important to take a moment and pause.


{Take your cue from this charmingly sweet 1930s pair, pull up a table and your finest tea set and spend a little time in the garden - be it proverbial or not - to recharge your spirit, remember what truly matters, and see the glass - or the teacup - as half full. Vintage photograph via lovedaylemon on Flickr.

 

Stop to let yourself breath. To count your blessings. To spend a few calm minutes in the shade, refreshing your soul with the beauty and energy of summer. Like most hardships we face, this season does not last forever, and its immensely important to savour the good in while we still can.

As this new week begins and we usher in the last chapter of summer, I hope you'll echo my husband's lovely statement, and take a minute to remember that, when all is said and done, life really is good.


Source: http://www.chronicallyvintage.com/2011/08/pausing-to-remember-that-glass-is-half.html

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