Monday, September 29, 2014

My FIRST Dunkin' Donuts Trip


I always get jealous of all you bloggers who talk about Dunkin' Donuts, because up until earlier this month, we didn't have any in California (or at least anywhere near SoCal). We used to, but for some reason they all closed decades ago. So to my knowledge I'd never experienced they hype. And then one opened in Santa Monica and everyone within a 100 mile radius went insane.

I waited a few weeks for things to cool down, then finally made the 50 mile drive yesterday to get myself some of their coffee and donuts. And then my dreams were crushed.


There was still a line that wrapped around the building and we waited for about 40 minutes, only to be disappointed by both the donuts and coffee. I'd heard the latter was what people really enjoy about DD, and maybe my problem was that I got an iced latte instead of traditional coffee. The donuts were OK. The frosting was great, but the dough is thick and harder than I expected. We have Krispy Kreme out here and I'm used to their light, melt in your mouth goodness.

Maybe DD was just having a bad day? Or are they way overrated?
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Saturday, September 27, 2014

8 Incredible Global Styles You Need to See

Today I'm partnering up with YouTube Nation to bring you a little fashion fun! Fresh off NY and London Fashion Weeks, and with Paris's currently taking place, YouTube Nation presents 8 Incredible Global Styles You Need to See. Watch and get inspired by trends taking place all over the world - from Harajuku girls that Gwen Stefani is a big fan of, to Mexican Point Boots that inspired the Comme des Garçons Homme Plus Spring/Summer 2015 collection.


I feel like my personal fashion choices are a little bit all over the place, so for me, it's really cool to see people who are all in with a specific style. Most of the looks in the video work so well but I'd never be able to put the outfits together myself. It takes some real creative genius!



Thursday, September 25, 2014

Top Five Travel Photos of 2014

With the year flying by, I thought it'd be fun to take a look back at some of the epic vacations I've taken this year. When I was laid off in January I decided that I was going to make the most out of the situation and travel as much as possible. As a result, this year has been pretty great. Here are my top five pictures I've taken of my adventures.

St. Thomas views



Sailboats in Grand Turk



Central Park Fountains



Love Park, Philadelphia



Poppy - California State Flower



My adventures aren't quite over yet. I have trips planned to San Francisco and New Orleans this fall!



Tuesday, September 23, 2014

Fall 2014 TV Lineup

Last night kicked off a whole new season of Fall TV. It's the most wonderful time of the year...if you are addicted to television like me. Here are the shows I'm watching, all starting this week:

Fall 2014 TV Lineup

MONDAY
The Voice
Gotham (new)
Sleepy Hollow
The Blacklist

TUESDAY
The Voice
NCIS: New Orleans (new)
The Mindy Project
New Girl
Chicago Fire

WEDNESDAY
Chicago PD

THURSDAY
Scandal
How to Get Away With Murder (new)

In a few weeks we also get to look forward to the premiere of The Vampire Diaries, The Originals, Gracepoint, and a few more that start later in the season. This year is surprisingly lighter than usual. I'm probably missing shows.

What are YOU watching?






photos courtesy of: TV Guide

Monday, September 22, 2014

The Voice Season 7 Premieres Tonight!

This go around of the Voice I'm more excited than ever for the show to premiere! Back for Season 7 with Pharrell and Gwen Stefani joining the judges' panel, things are new and exciting. I had the opportunity to view the premiere episode and can promise you we're in for a very entertaining season.


Adam and Blake are our constants. It's pretty safe to say they're loved by most of The Voice audience. But those rotating judges' spots are the wild cards of the show. Out of Xtina, CeeLo, Shakira, and Usher, Usher is my favorite. He seemed to genuinely mesh well. But after seeing Pharell and Gwen, nothing compares. Together, the four judges are magic!

They all play off each other so well and there's a level of respect for each other, and music, that's obvious. When you watch the premiere episode you will see what I saw - really talented people, really eager to coach talented musicians. It feels so genuine.

You'll also see a lot of great voices. Like really great. The caliber of contestants is unreal. I had goosebumps watching, that's how incredible these performers are. And on top of stellar singing, there's the comedy of four megastars duking it out to snatch up the best of the best. During the screening the theater was filled with laughter, and in a room full of media and TV critics, that's not something that comes easy. It's a huge testament to the what's in store for us this season.

After the episode was over we all got a chance to jump in the judges' chair. I totally geeked out. So fun! And if all that wasn't enough the good people over at NBC/Universal made attendees the cutest swag bags full of products from the judges. Vodka, Starbucks, music, and perfume - what more could I need in life?!


Tune into the Season 7 premiere of The Voice tonight! Catch episodes Mondays and Tuesdays at 8/7c on NBC.

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