Best Saturday.

When your day starts with this...

...how can it not be amazing?

That's an Oatmeal Stout Beer Float.

Exactly.

The rest of brunch was equally AMAZING. I officially have a new fav -- Northern Spy Food Co.

Coming up aces.

Can't get enough of this hotel's vibe.

I have yet to check out the restaurant, but the food is by the owners of Spotted Pig. Yum.

Yesterday's visit was for a little green tea fix. You can access Stumptown Coffee Roasters from the hotel or the street.

They've thought of everything.

Two things I like about today.

#1. This fun little addition to my iPod...

Home - Edward Sharpe and the Magnetic Zeros




#2. So proud of Jessica who rocked her talk tonight at this very cool event...

Whether you want to check your bank statement or how late your flight is, iPhone apps have cross-pollinated a number of brands. Many of your clients maybe considering them as another way to engage with consumers or indeed to make money. If that’s the case, are you ready for the unpredictable world of app building? And, more importantly, is building an app even right for your brand? This month our speakers will take you through the App market, the players in the field and other information you’ll need to get your app done. They’ll show you successful apps they’ve built and tell you all their secrets. Pretty good huh?

SPEAKERS: Jessica Berta (THIS IS MY FRIEND. I AM CLEARLY SO EXCITED THAT I AM TYPING ALL IN CAPS. SHOUTING, IF YOU WILL) & Shannon Heuer – Writer & Producer (respectively) - BigSpaceship
Barbara Rybka – Advisor - LimeLife.
Catherine Patterson – Head of Digital Production – McCann Erickson
The meeting will be on Tuesday, 26th of January at McCANN ERICKSON, 18th floor – 7PM start. Their offices are located at 622 3rd Avenue, between 40th and 41st street.


Do two little things for me: download the song. download the app, Urban Daddy (doesn't matter if you're suburban or a mommy).
Enjoy!

Cookie Monster.

I bought these the other day.





I had a craving for cookies and all intentions of making them.

Instead, I've been eating, as is, day-by-day.

Iamnotgross. Iamnotgross. Iamnotgross.

Giada's Venetian Mac and Cheese.

I made this last night.

That was the biggest picture I could find...boo.

Heating up the leftovers as I type (I'm skilled like that)...

All Hail Conan.

Have always been a fan.




And now...even more...

"All I ask of you, especially young people...is one thing. Please don't be cynical. I hate cynicism -- it's my least favorite quality and it doesn't lead anywhere. Nobody in life gets exactly what they thought they were going to get. But if you work really hard and you're kind, amazing things will happen. I'm telling you, amazing things will happen."

The Digs.

I heart Brooklyn.

Since the move from Manhattan in September, the new place is finally coming together.

It's been fun (*challenging) to get creative with the space while still making it "me".

A work-in-progress fo so...but no harm in a little sneak peak...

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Bar tray compliments of Target. Makes this handy little ottoman into a coffee table justlikethat.

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These candle holders transform old wine bottles into fun decor. Who says it doesn't pay to drink? Compliments of two brothers and a sis-in-law.

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End table was shot but the drawer survived. A pile of books now looks a bit more interesting.

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Home sweet home. Sigh.

Chi-Chi-quinox.

I did it. I caved.

I'm officially a member *here*.

Best part?
This...



Steam Room!

I felt so amazing after I stepped out, I just had to do a little internet search on the benefits. Many, many pluses but here are some of my favs.

Viola...

• Elevated body temperature acts like a fever and boosts immunity by increasing white blood cell production
• Helps alleviate congestion, inflammation, and coughing
• Heavy sweating helps eliminate toxins, chemicals and other impurities from the skin
• Opens skin pores and releases trapped oils and dirt; promotes a clear complexion
  
• Loosens dead, dry skin which makes exfoliation easier
  
• Increased heart rate, blood circulation and metabolic rate
• Looser, relaxed muscles after exercise
• Relief for stress, tension and high blood pressure
• Sense of mental well-being and rejuvenation

Pretty sure my gym membership just paid for itself.

I Love You. Ther-a-flu.

Looking good there, green.

Not quite sure how I'd make it through cold season without this little guy.

Thank-achew-you.