Kate is an endearing actress and yet I haven't been excited to see The Reader due to its subject matter. I think this is a film I'd much rather watch on DVD at home. Either way, congratulations Kate!
Heath gave an excellent, delusionally dark performance. I'm glad his family accepted the award on his behalf rather than just someone from the film.
Since the only performance I saw was Taraji's in Benjamin Button, I need to check out Vicky Barcelona to weigh in on Penelope's win.
While I usually keep my love for acting & event-planning separate, I just had to share a few pictures of a recent Old Hollywood Glam Party hosted by Jenn at Hostess with the Mostess and Chambord. If you're planning on throwing an Oscar viewing party this year {while we wait on that wonderful day when we'll be invited or better yet...nominated!} these photos are a great starting point for inspiration.
There's glitz, glam, sparkle, style and the glittering city of Hollywood all infused into one soirée. To see more eye candy, check out my Event Planning blog at Glitz & Glamour Events.Credits: Planner: HWTM, Sponsors: Chambord, Venue: SLS Hotel, Flowers: Tick Tock, Photography: Pamela Masters
One of my absolute FAVORITE, do not miss an episode, shows is LOST. So you can imagine the little thrill I got when I saw these pictures on one of my favorite {hilarious} blogs Cake Wrecks.
This 3-D cake was designed by the super talented team at Charm City Cakes aka Duff & the Ace of Cakes Crew to celebrate the 100th Episode of the popular show. Congrats guys!
Isn't it amazing what some people can do with flour, eggs and sugar?!?
This 3-D cake was designed by the super talented team at Charm City Cakes aka Duff & the Ace of Cakes Crew to celebrate the 100th Episode of the popular show. Congrats guys!
Isn't it amazing what some people can do with flour, eggs and sugar?!?
One of my goals for the 2009 year is to really get serious about getting in shape both by being active and eating healthier meals. While this has NEVER been something easy for me to do {I have an affinity for sweets}, it is necessary as a big part of pursuing an acting career is investing in my "image."
For now I've been working out at home, using my DVR to record the fitness channel as well as working out in the fitness center in my complex. But since I enjoy exercising with a group I plan to join either 24 Hour Fitness or Las Vegas Athletic Club in order to make some real progress and hopefully have fun at the same time. I've also been making a real effort towards eating healthier, well-balanced meals which means more time in the grocery store and less time in the drive-thru.
As always I will keep you all posted...but don't plan on seeing any Before & After shots- not gonna happen! :-)
For now I've been working out at home, using my DVR to record the fitness channel as well as working out in the fitness center in my complex. But since I enjoy exercising with a group I plan to join either 24 Hour Fitness or Las Vegas Athletic Club in order to make some real progress and hopefully have fun at the same time. I've also been making a real effort towards eating healthier, well-balanced meals which means more time in the grocery store and less time in the drive-thru.
As always I will keep you all posted...but don't plan on seeing any Before & After shots- not gonna happen! :-)
Today history was made. Congratulations to Barack Obama and the beautiful First Family. After all the bs the last administration gave us, I for one, am certainly ready for a change.
{Directed by David Fincher “The Curious Case of Benjamin Button” is a time traveler’s tale of the people and places he bumps into along the way, the loves he loses and finds, the joys of life and the sadness of death, and what lasts beyond time.
“I was born under unusual circumstances.” And so begins ‘The Curious Case of Benjamin Button,’ adapted from the 1920s story by F. Scott Fitzgerald about a man (Brad Pitt) who is born in his eighties and ages backwards. A man, like any of us, unable to stop time. }
source: http://filthyrag.com
The Curious Case of Benjamin Button has definitely lived up to all the hype. I love films that are beautifully told, i.e. American Beauty, Forrest Gump, Moulin Rouge, etc. While some films with this type of storytelling format can be boring, bland and predictable, Benjamin Button was anything but.
Nominated for 5 Golden Globe Awards and 3 Screen Actors Guild Awards, Button is a touching film worth seeing while still in theatres.
Another year, another round of movies coming out that I want to see. After reading this link I am definitely anticipating the following...
- The Ugly Truth {April 3rd}~ Romantic comedy that seems perfect for your next date night starring Katherine Heigl & Gerard Butler.
- Obsessed {April 24th}~ I'm not too excited about the storyline of this film as much as the actors. I'm a big fan of Idris Elba (if you've been living under a rock and haven't seen the series The Wire check it out asap) and in my opinion Beyonce is improving as an actress so I'm interested in seeing how she does as well.
- X-Men Origins: Wolverine {May 1st } Apparently this is the first character for the X-Men Origins series and who better than Hugh Jackman to kick things off.
- Terminator Salvation {May 22nd}~ I'm not really into Sci-Fi but I do happen to enjoy Christian Bale's performances, my fave to date is The Prestige.
- Up {May29th}~ Who doesn't love a Pixar film? This animated movie is sure to delight those of you who have kids or are kids at heart.
- Land of the lost {June 5th}~ A remake of the popular 70's show but with a comedic twist à la Will Ferrell.
- Taking of Pelham 1-2-3 {June12th}~ Denzel Washington & John Travolta go head to head in this action film remake directed by Tony Scott.
- Public Enemies {July 1st}~ Johnny Depp playing an outlaw, what more do I need to say?
Here we are. 2009 is here and ready for the taking! I am so excited about the possibilities that this year holds and plan to make the most of each and every moment. Here are a few of the items on my 2009 to-do list...
Mind
*Take time out for me once a month. Use this time to rest, relax, rejuvenate or re-energize doing whatever I want just as long as I focus solely on myself, my sanity and my happiness.
Body
*Find a good dermatologist
*Target weight: 130 lbs via a consistent workout plan
(Hip-hop & ballroom dance mixed w/ pilates maybe?)
*Incorporate fruits & vegetables into my DAILY diet (especially for snacks)
Get a jumpstart on Jan. 7th by beginning the 21 day Daniel Fast.
*Take time out for me once a month. Use this time to rest, relax, rejuvenate or re-energize doing whatever I want just as long as I focus solely on myself, my sanity and my happiness.
Body
*Find a good dermatologist
*Target weight: 130 lbs via a consistent workout plan
(Hip-hop & ballroom dance mixed w/ pilates maybe?)
*Incorporate fruits & vegetables into my DAILY diet (especially for snacks)
Get a jumpstart on Jan. 7th by beginning the 21 day Daniel Fast.
Spirit
*Memorize one scripture per week
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Career
*Move to California
*Take new headshots with Bradford Rogne after hitting target weight
*Blog at least once every 2 weeks
*Memorize one scripture per week
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Career
*Move to California
*Take new headshots with Bradford Rogne after hitting target weight
*Blog at least once every 2 weeks
What items are on your 2009 To-Do List? Leave a comment or a link to your blog if you've listed your resolutions today.
Happy New Year!
