Archive for 'Distractions'

Spring’s “Must Read,” The Tenth Gift

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Praised by Kirkus as “a witty page-turner” and lauded by Publishers Weekly for its “captivating energy and momentum,” THE TENTH GIFT is an enchanting, addictive novel.
The real-life story behind its creation, however, makes it all the more fascinating as the novel is based on Johnson’s own family history, as well as her experiences in […]

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Spring’s Right Around the Corner with Itty Bitty City Girl

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Dearest Itty Bitty City Girls!!
Itty has been thinking of vous quite a bit lately. Whether you are snowed in or sunburned, this time of the year can get a little sketchy for those of us who are not huge fans of this little month.
Even though February only is supposed to last 28-29 days, it […]

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Spread the Love: Our V-Day Wish List

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I love the SATC episode where Carrie leaves the rousing answering machine message after her beloved shoes have been stolen from her snooty married friend Kyra’s apartment.
“Hi! It’s Carrie Bradshaw. I wanted to let you know that I’m getting married. To myself. Oh, and I’m registered at Manolo Blahnik.
So thanks. Bye!”
So for all you single […]

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Heart Throb Heath Ledger Found Dead in NYC Apartment Today

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Very sad and breaking news… Hollywood actor and heart throb Heath Ledger was found dead in his NYC apartment by his maid this afternoon.
Reports have yet to confirm cause of death or any details.
ChickSpeak wishes to offer our deepest sympathies to his family, friends and fans.
According to MSN, the Australian-born actor leaves behind a two-year-old daughter, Matilda […]

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What’s on Ingrid Michaelson’s I-Pod These Days?

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 Her track “The Way I Am” (which you might recognize from the Old Navy sweater commercial) has officially become a staple on the radio and VH1’s rotation on their Top 20 countdown.
Grey’s Anatomy has also featured not just one, but four of this singer/ songwriter’s songs, and she has the focus track on their latest soundtrack.
Life is good […]

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Stretch Your Brain with Discovery’s Puzzle Maker

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We found this post on Daily Candy earlier this week and wanted to pass along the fun. Check out school.discoveryeducation.com and make your own crossword puzzles.
From the creative minds at Daily Candy: Remember when Santa was real and complete satisfaction was unwrapping a Slinky? Those were the days (sigh). Keep the childhood nostalgia going by finding […]

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Curl Up This Weekend with SOAPnet and Win!

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Enter to win a 15” LCD TV to watch your Sunday Night Movies on SOAPnet! 
You’ve worked hard all week (er… past few days since the holidays) and obviously deserve some R&R. But what’s a girl to do with abundant cold weather outside and equally abundant bills from all of that gift-giving you just wrapped up?
How […]

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Merry Christmas from ChickSpeak

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Happy Holidays!
The girls at ChickSpeak wish you and the ones you love a happy and healthy holiday.
Here’s hoping that you get to spend this day surrounded by family, friends and good cheer!
Love,
The ChickSpeak Team

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Winter Read: The Senator’s Wife

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The Senator’s Wife, by best selling author Sue Miller, is a perfect book to curl up with this month.
It’s been acclaimed by O Magazine as “The novel you can’t quit reading,” and after spending a few days wrapped up between its pages, we now why.
The plot isn’t overly complex, but is engaging. Beautifully crafted, this […]

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2nd Annual Gift Giving Guide

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Happy Holidays ladies!  Whether you have been naughty or nice this year, it is time once again for my annual Gift Giving Guide.  I hope you all have a wonderful and happy holiday and new year! 
For the Roommate~ Keep your favorite roomie in check with the Stephanie Johnson fold over makeup bag.  She’ll be […]

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