Check out this adorable tote bag that's just perfect for traveling. I love that it's soft, but still has shape. Handles or a strap...options when your shoulders have had enough. A drawstring close allows those bulky rag mags to fit, while keeping much needed snacks from escaping to under the seat in front of you. Oh, and it's on sale for only $19.99 + shipping! A Picky-Chick steal!
Just 2 weeks ago I was traveling through Peru...volunteering at a drop in center for kids...hiking the Inca Trail...capturing breathtaking views of Machu Picchu with my camera. Now, my heart breaks for the country that was so welcoming to me just a few days ago.
The earthquake devastation in Peru is horrendous and with most people living below the poverty line, they are in desperate need of aid. The people of Peru are simple. Just a few minutes away from the city centers, houses built of mud and food harvested in their own gardens is the way of life. They don't ask for much and focus most on family and supporting each other. When an earthquake hits, it hits hard and becomes a major part of history. 500 year old churches destroyed...villages leveled.
Please consider making a contribution to an organization like CARE in hopes of easing the grief of some of the youngest smiles of Peru.
I haven't been writing entries for almost a month now because I am completely under water with a global campaign and concert events happening on July 7, 2007.
So...I thought, why not at least let you guys in on an amazing initiative for a very important cause...and my day job.
Click on the link below to see what we're doing and how you can make simple changes to "answer the call."
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With 4th of July just around the corner, it's that time of year where we break out our best barbecue gear. Cute plastic-wear organizers, misting hand fans and of course dreaded apron that proudly display something like "Nobody Touches My Grill!" with a stereotypical caricature of a rapper's gold teeth smile. Oy vey.
With all this great summery "stuff" on the shelves of every Wal-Mart in America, I decided to look elsewhere for something to spice up my outdoor festivities...what I found are these adorable corn on the cob holders! Pigs, dogs, cows...smack their head and butt on a cob o' corn and you'll add humor to your meal without offending women, other races or even vegetarians. God Bless America!
As summer approaches, we will all inevitably reach for something cold and refreshing. How about a homemade ice cream sandwich?
Tovolo Ice Cream Sandwich Mold could be the perfect solution for a day too hot to spend outside. While these things always look easier than they ever are, I am thinking, "I could actually do this." Seems pretty straight forward from the online directions. I just might be able to pull off making scrumptious desserts combining my two favorite sweets...cookies & ice cream!
