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A New Spin on the State of the Union

I enjoyed the State of the Union address this week.  I always wish that I could be a fly on the wall for all of the background action.  The good stuff always happens behind the scenes.  But thanks to CNN, we get to see some of it. 

Who knew that this State of the Union address included California rep Barbara Lee being a "Mean Girl" bully, the Joint Chiefs of Staff giving their "Da Hell If" face, accidental porn on the internet, and our own first lady, Michelle Obama, giving her elegant and regal version of "sit yall behinds down." 

Take a look, and Happy Friday

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~Rae

What in THEEE hell? Would you trust your taxes to these guys?

This commercial has been playing over and over like a bad dance song here.  This has to be one of the worst commercials that I've seen in a long time.

I mean these people are asking to handle your finances and have a copy of your social security number.  It's a financial company for goodness sakes.  Crazy!

We've GOT to do better people.

~Rae

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Is Honesty the Best Policy + My Secret Crush

So I was sitting with a family friend the other day while she was waiting on a gentleman caller.  He was running a little late and updating her of his whereabouts via text.  Good Job.  They'd known of each other in college, but hadn't really associated.  Thanks to that magic matchmaker known as Facebook, they'd crossed paths again.

They spent a couple of weeks flirting and planned to meet.Well, while she was telling me all about him, she got a text that took her aback.  The text stated, "you know what this is right?"  Yeah, so basically, he wanted to get down with the get down.  That's all he wanted.   He didn't even offer to feed her first.  Well, she was hot!  She couldn't understand why he expected to get it in without even getting to know her first.   Needless to say, he didn't come over that night.  He stated that they were cool, but that's all he was looking for right now.

So how would you feel about that situation?  I'd appreciate the heads up.  It saves everyone time and energy.  Would you?  Would you just tell him that, that's not what you're looking for or would you call and curse him out?

My Secret Crush

Ok, I feel like I did when I loved *NSync, but didn't want to admit it to my friends because boy bands were so cheesy and we all know that i couldn't like something so uncool (yeah right).  But guess what?  I have a little secret crush on Brian Williams....Yes, Brian Williams.  He's been all over the place lately and he's a little witty.  I think I dig him.  Yeah, I can't believe it myself.  I think that if you put on some "Blame It on the Alcohol" and fix him an incredible hulk, he'd probably break it down.  Hey, he grew up on the Jersey Shore.  He can probably perculate.

Oh and by the way, I later learned that all of my friends like *NSync too. 

Here are some clips of my boo.  If you're getting this via email through our email list, you can click here to see the video

~Rae

ADVENTURES IN SPINNING + FISH AND VEGGIES DIET FOR LIFE

ADVENTURES IN SPINNING 

Saturday, a girlfriend of mine and I decided to embark on a spinning class.  Now, I have tried spinning in the past.  I was still in my pre-two babies body and was only concerned with toning.  Oh, those days.  Anyway, I lasted all of fifteen minutes.  Clearly, I knew I could not keep up with the fake ass Lance Armstrong's but I must say I was a bit surprised that I could not hang with the 50 year old woman spinning in her boat shoes and fanny pack.  Under these circumstances, I believed my exit was well warranted.

Back to Saturday.  So we get to class, get set up on the bike, drink some water, breathe deeply and wait for the house music to begin.  I observed the fulled mirrored wall and saw very quickly why I needed to be in this class.  Baby pooch and all.  As expected, the spinning elite enter the class and the instructor announces that the class will be an intermediate endurance class.  Ok, endurance and intermediate sound doable.  I can hang, right?  I start off well.  The class is full and I am keeping up with the spin count.  I guess the Zumba, kickboxing, walking, and yoga are paying off.  A few minutes in and my posterior begins to hurt like none other.  The seat is not comfortable, so you would think when the instructor calls for standing spinning that I would jump at the chance to ease my behind. Not so much.  I am not sure which is worse - the pain from the seat or the pain in my thighs from the standing.

The instructor is cool.  She is giving guidance and encouragement but one of the spinning elite was not impressed.  He was a well built man who looked in the face to be in his early 40's.  He took it upon himself to be the class cheerleader.  Here are some of his words of encouragement...

"Shut your haters down.  Shut your haters down."

"If you don't love you who will?  I said, who will?"

"Look in the mirror. Do you like what you see?"

"Your haters are at home on the couch right now.  At home on the couch."

"You gonna have some more haters after this."

"Hi haters. Hi haters."

"Don't look down.  Look in the mirror.  Don't look down."

"Ah yes. Move. Move. Move"

"Push through.  Push through."

Yes, he was obnoxious but I'll be damn if I didn't stay till the end.  I'll be back for more pain.  I need more haters.

FISH AND VEGGIES FOR LIFE

So in case you missed Halle Berry at the Golden Globes last night, here she is reminding me of why I should only have carbs once a week and why I should only be eating fish and vegetable (and maybe a banana, for the potassium, of course).  She also reminds me of why I love my hair short.  Thanks for getting me back on track Halle and reinforcing why Peanut Brittle should not be part of my daily diet.  Sorry See's Candies.

What do I need to do for a back like this?

Fantasy Fashion Friday

Today, in my parallel universe, I am jetsetting to the Coast of Spain with my girls to enjoy the sun, the ocean, the food, the night scene, and the beautiful people.

The Courteous Dater + Date Wear

One of our favorite contributing bloggers, G-Peezy,  has finally listened to us (what took her so long) and started her own blog.  It's called The Courteous Dater

She will accept dates from whomever ask her and blog about it for the next year. Even the toofless.  Yes, she said it.  Toofless. 

If you know Ms GP like I do, you are in for a very bumpy ride.  I wish that I had the guts to do it.  I think that it's a great idea.  Make sure that you sign up and follow her escapades.  So far, her first date has a tongue ring, fell asleep in a theater, proceeded to snore and then asked for a picture of her feet.  Wha...Wha...What...  Madness!

Date Wear

Dating can be both fun and nerve-racking.  I often drive myself crazy trying to decide what to wear.  Check out these looks.

This would be a great Casual Saturday Lunch Date Look

This is a great Weekday Lunch Date Look

Here's a Great Sexy Movie Date Look

Here's a great "Grab a Drink" Vampy look

I can't remember the last time that I dressed up a little for a date.  I'd Love to do that!

Good Luck GP!

Holiday Hits + The Man of the Week

Hello ladies.  I hope everyone had a great holiday.  Today, I am going to share a few gifts that were big hits with the family this season. 

Canon PowerShot Digital Camera

Martha Stewart 12pc Nonstick Cookware Set

Imaginarium Sensory Balls

LeapFrog Tag Reading System

Little Tikes Little Champs 3-n-1

LeapFrog Text and Learn

Share your holiday hits in the comments section.

THE MAN OF THE WEEK

According to my favorite celebrity gossip site, Rihanna's new man is Dodger's outfielder, Matt Kemp.  Way to trade up, Rihanna.  Chris Brown may be teenager cute but this Matt Kemp is grown man fine.  Hopefully, he just throws baseballs and not blows.  Good morning, Mr. Kemp.