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Film Review: Now You See Me

By Katya on May 31, 2013 6:40 AM | No Comments

Now You See Me is a cat and mouse game. It's not a whodunnit. It's a "how'd they do that?"The story centers on four brilliant magicians who each have a special talent. Daniel (Jesse Eiseberg) is an illusionist and his former assistant Henley (Isla Fisher) is an escape artist. Merritt (Woody Harrelson) is a hypnotist and mind reader and the magician who's been at it the longest, while Jack (Dave Franco, James Franco's brother) is a spoon-bending trickster and a pickpocket.After each receives a mysterious Tarot card, the foursome is brought together in a dingy Manhattan apartment. Next time we see them, it's... More »

Film Review: The English Teacher

By Katya on May 31, 2013 6:37 AM | No Comments

Linda Sinclair (Julianne Moore) is forty five-years old, prim and proper, loves classic literature and is - you guessed it - a high school English teacher. Single and living alone, Linda's most significant relationships are with her students and with the characters in the books she reads. One day, her former student Jason Sherwood (Michael Angarano) re-appears in town. Now twenty-six, Jason is disheartened by his unsuccessful attempts to become a playwright in New York. After reading Jason's thesis play, Linda is touched and inspired. Along with her school's drama teacher (played by Nathan Lane), Linda steps out of her comfort... More »

From the Red Carpet: "Now You See Me" Premiere

By Katya on May 30, 2013 3:04 AM | 2 Comments

It was a hot and muggy night in Toronto last night, as fans and media gathered at Scotiabank Theatre for the Canadian premiere of the new film Now You See Me.The film stars Jesse Eisenberg, Woody Harrelson, Isla Fisher and Dave Franco as a troupe of illusionists who are being chased by the FBI (Mark Ruffalo) and Interpol (Melanie Laurent). It also stars Michael Caine and Morgan Freeman.Before Eisenberg arrived, two very handsome actors were also on the red carpet. Steve Lund and Paul Greene star in the upcoming CTV series Bitten. Fans of The Vampire Diaries or Twilight movies will want to... More »

Film Review: Behind The Candelabra

By Katya on May 27, 2013 4:02 AM | 1 Comment

Behind the Candelabra is a film that was turned down by every major studio for being "too gay" Luckily, it has also found a home in HBO and premiered last night. It is good. It is really good. Directed by Steven Soderbergh (Michael Clayton, Magic Mike), the film is based on the 1988 memoir by Scott Thorson who was Liberace's live-in boyfriend and chauffeur for five years. The film opens in 1977 when teenage hunk Scott Thorson (Matt Damon) meets a much older pianist and performer Liberace (Michael Douglas) after one of his concerts. At the time, Liberace was the highest paid performer... More »

Film Review: McConaughey Shines in "Mud"

By Katya on May 24, 2013 6:37 PM | No Comments

Matthew McConaughey has been on an amazing run of interesting films in the last few years. Gone are the days of light romantic comedies with questionable scripts (The Wedding Planner, How to Lose a Guy in Ten Days, The Ghosts of Girlfriends Past). Starting in 2011's Lincoln Lawyer, he's made some great career choices playing interesting (and not always likeable) characters which showcase his natural acting talent. And starring in the title role in Mud follows that same trajectory. Part Stand By Me, part Beasts of the Southern Wild, Mud is a coming of age story about two fourteen year old boys who... More »

What Happened to Keanu Reeves?

By Katya on May 21, 2013 3:53 PM | 6 Comments

Ever since the 66th Cannes Film festival kicked off May 15th, I've been gleefully enjoying the photos of attending celebs as they strut their stuff on the Croisette. This morning, one person in particular caught my eye, but not for the reasons you might think. As I perused the photos from the photo agencies from this weekend, my eyes settled on a man who looked familiar - but not quite. Then it hit me, it's Keanu Reeves! Appearing on May 19th to promote his directorial debut in "The Man of Tai Chi", Reeves stands with the beach behind him looking...how shall I put this? Somewhat bloated and not... More »

Angelina Jolie Undergoes a Double Mastectomy

By Katya on May 14, 2013 2:32 PM | 4 Comments

Angelina Jolie (37) has revealed today that she has undergone a double mastectomy. Writing in the The New York Times, in a piece called "My Medical Choice", Jolie said it was a preventative measure. Her doctors had estimated she had an 87% chance risk of breast cancer and 50% risk of ovarian cancer. "Once I knew this was my reality, I decided to be proactive and to minimize the risk as much as I could. I made a decision to have a preventative double mastectomy" Jolie wrote.Jolie lost her mother, actress Marcheline Bertrand to cancer in 2007 - when Bertrand was only 56.... More »

Goodbye "Katherine Chancellor" - Jeanne Cooper Dies at 84

By Katya on May 8, 2013 9:13 PM | 2 Comments

It seemed to me that Jeanne Cooper was just always there. She's always been around - at least for as long as I've lived in North America. So when I heard today that she had died, it was almost as if someone I knew had passed away. I first saw Jeanne Cooper as "Katherine Chancellor" on The Young and The Restless when I was eleven years old. I had not been in Canada long and didn't speak the language particularly well. Home from school, I would count on our TV as a way of passively listening to the English language while trying to absorb all the... More »

Chantal Kreviazuk - On Being A Mom

By Katya on May 6, 2013 7:33 PM | 1 Comment

"My mothering style? A great pair of New Balance sneakers and a perpetual awareness of my weaknesses. They're gonna bite me in the butt at any given moment!!! It's a minefield out here in parenthood." says Chantal Kreviazuk (38), a week before celebrating Mother's Day. She is best known as a talented Canadian singer and songwriter with hit albums and Juno Awards under her belt. Yet Kreviazuk is also a mom to three boys: Rowan (9), Lucca (8) and Salvador (5) with husband Raine Maida, the lead singer of Our Lady Peace. Now Kreviazuk is adding the role of "Mom Ambassador" to her list of accomplishments. She is one... More »

Helen Mirren Was Not Amused

By Katya on May 6, 2013 2:37 PM | No Comments

Is there anything more spectacular than having Dame Helen Mirren (67) swear at you - while dressed as The Queen? A troupe of drummers outside the John Gielgud Theatre found out firsthand on Saturday when they got a royal telling-off - thanks to Mirren. According to The London Telegraph, the actress was on stage in the award-winning play The Audience portraying Queen Elizabeth II, when a group of drummers made so much noise outside the theatre that it was getting hard to ignore. What's a Dame to do? Address them of course - in full costume, complete with a tiara: "I was so upset from struggling... More »

Reese Witherspoon's Arrest Video!

By Katya on May 3, 2013 1:53 AM | No Comments

Reese Witherspoon's arrest video has surfaced on TMZ and what can I say? I enjoyed watching it! Witherspoon has issued an apology and admitted to having one too many glasses of wine. That's pretty clear, because you'd have to be pretty drunk to mouth off to an officer when he is just doing his job. Until now, I thought the "Don't you know who I AM?" line was the best. But the Academy-Award winner can be heard saying typical things you'd hear in movies such as: "I'm an American citizen... I'm allowed to stand on American ground!" and "You're saying I'm obstructing... More »

Kris Kross Rapper Chris Kelly - Dead at 34

By Katya on May 2, 2013 3:55 AM | No Comments

Chris Kelly, one half of the 90's boy-rapper band Kris Kross was found "unresponsive" in his Atlanta home and pronounced dead after 8pm yesterday.So far, no further details have been released.You may remember this band from the early 1990s as two cute boy rappers who wore their clothes backwards..Along with Chris "Daddy Mac" Smith, Kelly was discovered at a mall as a thirteen year-old by music mogul Jermaine Dupri.In 1992, the duo became famous after releasing Kris Kross' multi-platinum album Totally Krossed Out. That album spawned the hit "Jump" - arguably the duo's most famous song.Kris Kross made some recordings since 1992,... More »

Standing Alone

By Tracey on April 30, 2013 9:30 AM | 6 Comments

Yesterday, NBA player Jason Collins told the world he is gay. He wrote this terrific piece for Sports Illustrated, describing his process. We don't follow much in the way of sports around here, and basketball is no exception - I didn't know this guy's name before yesterday, but I'm pleased for him. I'm glad he feels free now, and I hope his life and career go smoothly forevermore.This morning on the radio, the announcers discussed this latest news item as my son ate his breakfast. He put his fork down while he chewed on it all.He: Mummy? The guy they're talking about...... More »

Gwyneth Paltrow - No Underwear? No Problem!

By Katya on April 25, 2013 10:00 PM | 5 Comments

Gwyneth Paltrow, aka People Magazine's "Most Beautiful Woman", attended the premiere of her movie Iron Man 3 and revealed quite a bit of herself. The 40 year-old showed up on the red carpet of El Capitan Theatre wearing a floor-length Antonio Berardi gown and seemed to forget to wear any underwear. The result? She revealed a view of her naked side bum for everyone in attendance. Of course, this was not an accident. The design of the dress has sheer side panelling which doesn't allow for any panties to be worn. She chose the dress knowing this and also knowing that it would create... More »

Reese Witherspoon and Her Husband Arrested

By Katya on April 22, 2013 12:04 AM | 2 Comments

Say what??? Yes, what I am about to tell you is a true story. This is what went down. On Friday, Oscar winner Reese Witherspoon (37) was driving with her husband CAA agent Jim Toth (42) in Atlanta, Georgia where she is currently filming a movie. His car was pulled over by police after it was spotted driving in the wrong lane. As the officers were about to arrest him for driving under the influence (DUI) and failure to maintain a lane while driving, Witherspoon did not sit by quietly. Instead, she got into a war of words with the... More »

"Man of Steel" Official Trailer Released!

By Katya on April 17, 2013 7:25 PM | No Comments

Are you looking forward to seeing Henry Cavill as Superman as much as I am? Because you should. You really should. Expected to be one of the biggest blockbusters of the summer, the film is produced by "The Dark Knight" director Christopher Nolan. It also stars Russell Crowe as Jor-El, Superman's dad, Kevin Costner as his adoptive dad, Diane Lane as his adoptive mom and Amy Adams as love interest Lois Lane. After looking at the trailer, I think we can expect a few things: - It's a darker pallette than the Superman from the 1970's that many of us have seen as kids. This isn't Christopher Reeve's... More »

Bieber's Latest Blunder

By Katya on April 15, 2013 7:47 PM | 14 Comments

Poor Justin Bieber. It seems the 19 year-old can't seem to do anything right these days. Maybe it was his break-up with Selena Gomez that unleashed all this. Maybe his intentions are misunderstood. Maybe it's just being a famous teenager growing up in the public eye. Take your pick, but in recent months, he's managed to offend or baffle: - Many fellow Canadians for wearing overalls and a backwards baseball cap to receive an award from Prime Minister Stephen Harper. In response to the uproar, Bieber said he simply didn't have time to change after concert before meeting Harper. - Some people - for grabbing the... More »

Celebrity hall pass list

By Jason on April 15, 2013 11:24 AM | 11 Comments

Nothing like a little celebrity fodder to kick of a sunny Monday, so without further ado, here is my top five celebrity hall pass list (celebrities I can spend some quality time with without marital repercussion, including judgment or envy). 1. Jennifer Connelly (15 year reigning champion)I am not sure if it was the innocence of Career Opportunities or when she made the leap into more serious adult roles like Inventing the Abbots or Dark City or the very adult role in Requiem for a Dream, but I have always found her remarkably attractive even with her very robust eyebrows. She... More »

Who Said What - Top Five Celeb Quotes of the Week

By Katya on April 12, 2013 4:23 PM | 4 Comments

It's Friday and it's been a bad week of weather here in Toronto which has us all in a gloomy mood. Luckily, it's been an entertaining week because celebs have said many entertaining things. Let's do a recap of my fave five, shall we? "Divorce is not an option." Singer Miranda Lambert addresses rumours of infidelity regarding her marriage to singer Blake Shelton during the press conference at the Country Music Awards. I love these two together, but if I had a nickel for every time I heard a star say this about their marriage and then get divorced, I'd be richer than Jay-Z. "I won't do... More »

Halle Berry Pregnant?

By Katya on April 5, 2013 7:02 PM | 1 Comment

TMZ is reporting today that Halle Berry (46) is pregnant with her second child. According to their sources, she is three months along and is expecting a boy with fiance Olivier Martinez (47) The Oscar-winner is already a mother to five year old daughter Nahla with former beau Canadian model Daniel Aubry. No confirmation or denial has been made by her camp just as I write this, but if this is true, Berry joins a list of actresses such as Julianne Moore and Kelly Preston who have had children in their 40s. I'll update this story as we hear more. But if... More »

Gwyneth Paltrow's New Cookbook Not to Everyone's Taste

By Katya on April 5, 2013 1:58 AM | 4 Comments

Stop the presses. Gwyneth Paltrow (40) has written a new book. The actress-fashionista-rock star wife-mother-GOOP owner's, latest cook book is called "It's All Good: Easy Recipes That Will Make You LOOK GOOD and FEEL GREAT" and it's already number one on the Amazon best-selling books list. Let me start by saying that I have NOT read this book. But many critics have and the reviews have been...how shall I put this...not too kind. The haters have definitely come out and I'm having more fun reading the reviews than I'm sure I'll have when I actually flip through the book in the store. The... More »

Star in a Box

By Katya on March 25, 2013 6:21 PM | 1 Comment

On Saturday, Actress Tilda Swinton (52) decided to sleep in a box. A glass box. At the MoMa. Swinton is performing 'the art of sleeping' at the Museum of Modern Art in New York City. Her one-person "art piece" surprised many over the weekend. Entitled "The Maybe", it shows Swinton wearing a button down shirt and jeans, asleep on her side while enclosed in a glass box. Check out the photo here. In a statement, MoMA said: "An integral part of The Maybe's incarnation at MoMA in 2013 is that there is no published schedule for its appearance, no artist's statement released, no museum statement beyond... More »

Red Hot Celebs at The Heart Truth Fashion Show

By Katya on March 22, 2013 6:36 PM

Last night, celebrities, top fashion designers and heart disease and stroke survivors shared the spotlight The Heart Truth Fashion Show at World MasterCard® Fashion Week in Toronto. This is the sixth year the Heart and Stroke Foundation shines a light on women's heart health by putting on a fabulous runway show which combines Canadian celebrities with top Canadian fashion designers. The designers create one-of-a-kind red dresses especially for their famous models in an effort to raise awareness about women's rist for cardiovascuilar disease. I attended the show and it was hot, sassy, and energetic. A stellar parade of Canadian celebrities from the worlds... More »

Gosling Going on Hiatus

By Katya on March 21, 2013 1:56 AM | 3 Comments

Ladies, better enjoy the upcoming Ryan Gosling films this year, as it may be a while before we see any more. In an interview with Associated Press, Gosling (32) confessed he's looking to take a break from acting. "I've been doing it too much. I've lost perspective on what I'm doing. I think it's good for me to take a break and reassess why I'm doing it and how I'm doing it. And I think this is probably a good way to learn about that.I need a break from myself as much as I imagine the audience does."Yes, you read it right. The man... More »

Beyonce's New Song Controversy

By Katya on March 18, 2013 4:08 AM | 2 Comments

Beyonce (31) has just released a new track from her upcoming album and it's already diving fans. The song, called "Bow Down | I Been On" was posted on her website along a photo of the singer as a young girl in a prom-like dress with a mantle covered with trophies behind her.The new track was produced by Hit-Boy, a hot young hip-hop producer who worked with Beyonce's husband Jay-Z plus Kanye West and Justin Bieber.On the track Beyonce discusses her absence from the music industry (to have her baby Blue Ivy Carter). And already, within a few hours of... More »

Broken Up?

By Katya on March 13, 2013 3:49 PM | 1 Comment

The rumours have been swirling for a couple of weeks and they're now at a boiling point. Have Miley Cyrus (20) and Liam Hemsworth (23) broken off their engagement?The clues:- Miley appeared without her engagement ring on multiple occasions- Liam has been spending time with his brother in Australia with no definite date of return- Liam was seen flirting with actress Emma Watson on Oscar weekend- Liam was seen leaving a party with Mad Men actress January Jones- There have been no denials of these rumours since Miley's tweet on March 6th. Usually by this point, a publicist for the couple... More »

Celebrating Canada's Screen Talent

By Katya on March 4, 2013 1:17 AM

"I prefer the Canadian awards to the American. It's so refreshing to see faces frozen by something other than Botox." Martin Short, host of Canadian Screen Awards.Unlike our American neighbours, we Canadians are not particularly great at tooting our own horn. When it comes to awards, we tend to have a "Who...me?" attitude punctuated with some self-deprecating humour. Yet with all the great screen talent in this country, I feel we are definitely overdue for some public celebration! It is therefore very exciting to attend and write about the first-ever Canadian Screen Awards. Remember the Genies and the Geminis? They have now... More »

How You Can Get Jennifer's Oscar Look

By Katya on February 26, 2013 1:13 AM

In the hierarchy of celeb style, no night is bigger than the Oscars. Stylists painstakingly work for weeks to research and secure just the right dress and accessories for their clients. All that work would go to waste if the actress didn't get the right hairstyle to complete the glamorous effect. May we never underestimate the importance of a great hairstyle when it comes to that red carpet look!When you get it wrong, it can ruin everything and all anyone talks about is how bad your hair was. At its worst, you can look like you're off to your aerobics class or... More »

Oscars 2013 Recap

By Katya on February 25, 2013 3:21 PM | 9 Comments

In typical Oscar fashion, it felt long and went into overtime. When it came to the host, it was a night that made me miss Tina Fey and Amy Poehler. A LOT. When it came to everything else...it was a night where Adele seemed to "phone-in" her performance, Kristen Stewart was sulking, Catherine Zeta- Jones appeared to lip-sync, people's speeches were cut off by the theme from Jaws, Anne Hathaway's Prada gown started "nipplegate", Daniel Day-Lewis won for a history-making third time, and Michelle Obama announced that Argo won for Best Picture!! Without further ado, here's our round up of the 2013 Oscar Highs and Lows: Red Carpet -... More »

Josh and Diane Call It Quits

By Katya on February 21, 2013 7:20 PM

Another day, another Hollywood split. The latest victims: actors Diane Lane (48) and Josh Brolin (45) . They are calling it quits after 8 years of marriage and have issued this all-too-familiar statement: "Diane Lane and Josh Brolin have decided to end their marriage," the rep tells US Weekly Adds an insider: "It was a mutual decision. It is very amicable. It's not ugly, it's just over." In typical Hollywood fashion, they split up two months ago but only now are making it public. Eight years of marriage in Hollywood is like 28 in the "regular world" so this is one of the more... More »

Fergie Is Pregnant!

By Katya on February 18, 2013 7:52 PM

Taking to her Twitter account earlier today, Black Eyed Peas singer Fergie (37) announced that is expecting her first child with husband actor Josh Duhamel (40)"Josh & Me & BABY makes three!!!" She tweeted.The couple have been married since January 2009. Duhamel had spoken about his desire to become a father. Most recently, while promoting his new film Safe Haven he told USA TODAY:"It'll happen. It's happening. But every three months she's pregnant (in the press). If she gets a little paunch everyone thinks she's pregnant. It's like well thanks, they're basically calling you fat. But like my mom said, well, if... More »

SI Swimsuit Issue: Racy or Racist?

By Katya on February 14, 2013 7:14 PM | 4 Comments

February is the month in which Sports Illustrated warms up the male population with its annual Swimsuit Edition. There's the big "reveal" of the cover and of the model who graces it and talk about the (little) bikini she is wearing. But this year, it's not Kate Upton getting frost bitten in her Canada Goose jacket that's getting the most attention. It's what's between the covers that has created backlash from some bloggers and international press. Why? Gorgeous Sports Illustrated models in exotic locales wearing tiny bikinis is not new. Nor is the debate that the annual Swimsuit Issue exploits women. What IS new is... More »

Royal Uproar Over Bikini Pics

By Katya on February 12, 2013 8:47 PM

The magazine which published topless photos of Kate Middleton (31) last September is at it again. Italian magazine Chi is set to publish revealing photos of the Duchess of Cambridge in their February 13th issue. Kate has been enjoying a romantic getaway with husband Prince William on the private island of Mustique when the photos were taken...with a super-long photo lens of course! According to US Weekly, the photos reveal Kate in the surf in a blue bikini "her barely-there baby bump of full display for the first time." St. James Palace issued the following statement to PEOPLE Magazine: "We are disappointed that... More »

It's Over

By Katya on January 30, 2013 1:15 AM | 2 Comments

Six months after getting caught making out with Kristen Stewart (22), Snow White and The Huntsman director Rupert Sanders (42) and his model wife Liberty Ross (32) are divorcing, according to Us Weekly. The couple have been married for ten years and have two young kids. Before we assume the July's cheating scandal was the real reason, sources quoted by Us claim she's been unhappy for a long time. The article claims she gave up her modelling career for him, found the move to LA very isolating and that he was putting himself first.Last July, Ross expressed her unhappiness in an interview... More »

Guess Who Wants to Play Lance Armstrong?

By Katya on January 24, 2013 3:43 PM

Ah....disgraced cyclist Lance Armstrong... First came the doping scandal. Then came last week's televised confession to Oprah Winfrey. Then the news that Paramount Pictures and director J.J. Abrams' production company have secured the rights to New York Times reporter Juliet Macur's upcoming book Cycle of Lies: The Fall of Lance Armstrong (due out in June). You know what comes next don't you? The casting rumours of course! And guess who has thrown his hat into the ring? According to BBC News, Bradley Cooper (38) has thrown his hat into the ring. The star of Silver Linings Playbook said: "I think he's fascinating. I... More »

Adele to Perform "Skyfall" Live at Oscars

By Katya on January 23, 2013 4:59 PM | 2 Comments

She has never sung it live, but today the rumour was confirmed - Adele will perform the Oscar-nominated "Skyfall" at the awards telecast on February 24th, according to The Hollywood Reporter. This theme song from the latest James Bond film is a massive hit for Adele. She is fresh off her win for Best Song at the Golden Globes. This is the first Bond theme ever to debut in Billboard's top 10 chart and the first to be nominated for an Oscar since "For Your Eyes Only" in 1981. Previous Bond movies to have Oscar-nominated songs are 1977′s The Spy Who Loved Me and 1973′s Live and... More »

TGIM

By Amanda on January 21, 2013 5:30 PM | 3 Comments

Winter kind of sucks. And so do Mondays.To make the wintry start of every week a tad more bearable I have instigated a new Monday night tradition: at 8 pm, a few girlfriends trickle in through the door, stomping the snow off their boots and we curl up on the couch, sip some wine and watch The Bachelor.It might not sound like much, but it's basically my favourite night of the week.How do you get through these long winter weeks that seem to drag and drag with no sign of spring in sight?... More »

Lance-from hero to bully

By Nancy on January 21, 2013 9:19 PM

"Everybody wants to know: what am I on. What am I on? I'm on my bike, busting my ass six hours a day," - commercial for Nike in 2001."How many times do I have to say it? ... Well, if it can't be any clearer than 'I've never taken drugs,'" - videotaped testimony in lawsuit, 2005."I'm sorry you don't believe in miracles," - 2005 Tour de France victory speech, taking aim at "the cynics and the skeptics."The way our children see us is the thing that gets us through the hardest moments. Many many times I think about how I... More »

Golden Globes Recap

By Katya on January 14, 2013 2:48 PM | 10 Comments

It was the coldest night in LA in 22 years, but that didn't stop the stars from strutting their stuff at the 70th Annual Golden Globe Awards. Last night we saw an excited Ben Affleck speak super-super-fast as he accepted for Best Picture - Drama for Argo but still managed to forget to thank producer George Clooney. Jodie Foster "came out" (sort of). Sasha Baron-Cohen - drink-in hand - made fun of his Les Miserables colleagues during his presentation and Bill Clinton showed up to present Lincoln and got a standing ovation. Hugh Jackman proved to be an even more perfect man than we... More »

Oscar Nominations Announced!

By Katya on January 10, 2013 2:40 PM | 4 Comments

2013 Oscar host Seth MacFarlane and actress Emma Stone announced this year's Academy Award nominees this morning. There weren't too many surprises in most categories with Steven Spielberg's Lincoln leading the pack with 12 nominations. Life of Pi is a surprising second with 11 overall nominations and Silver Linings Playbook got four acting nominations and a nod for best picture. Best Picture - Dark themes dominate Most films predicted to be nominted were included. Hot of the heels of its 11 Golden Globe nominations, Lincoln is one of the favourites here. Oscars tend to favour the overly dramatic and dark films in general and... More »

Will You Watch Ryan Lochte's New Show?

By Katya on January 8, 2013 5:24 PM | 5 Comments

In an effort to stretch his less-than 15 minutes of fame and after expressing interest in life beyond the pool (anyone recall his "bid" to be the next Bachelor?) Olympic swimmer Ryan Lochte (28) is finally getting his own show. Premiering in April on E! the six-episode reality show will be called What Would Ryan Lochte Do? According to Entertainment Weekly it will "take viewers inside the unpredictable and offbeat life of the 2012 London Olympic Games' breakout star." We get to watch Lochte as he hunts for the "right gal" and "continues his training regimen." Ok, that's interesting...I guess? Now, just because he can swim, does not mean... More »

Golden Globe Nominations Announced - "Lincoln" Leads

By Katya on December 13, 2012 5:18 PM | 2 Comments

As the Hollywood Foreign Press Association announced their Golden Globe Award nominations this morning, Lincoln came out with the most nods in the Film category. The Steven Spielberg-directed drama received a total of seven nods for a portrait of the Civil War-era president. Popular and well-received films such as The Dark Knight and The Hobbit: An Unexpected Journey were shut out. In the TV category, favourites Mad Men and The Walking Dead were surprising shut-outs as well. Ben Affleck's Argo and Quentin Tarantino's Django Unchained got five nominations each. Lincoln is joined in the Best Motion Picture - Drama category by: Argo (Iran hostage story), Life of... More »

13 Actresses, 13 "Dreamy" Videos

By Katya on December 10, 2012 4:01 PM | 2 Comments

As part of their "Hollywood" issue, The New York Times Magazine has just come out with a set of short films. The series is called "Wide-Awake" and features 13 female stars whose performances "defined the year in film". Described as a "video gallery of dreams and transformations," the project features a group of "Hollywood Heroines": Anne Hathaway, Jennifer Lawrence, Naomi Watts, Keira Knightley, Rebel Wilson, Helen Hunt, Kerry Washington, Elle Fanning,Shirley MacLaine, Marion Cotillard, Emmanuelle Riva, Amy Adams and young Quvenzhané Wallis. I'm including a few of the videos below. They're certainly dreamy and interesting. But....Jennifer Lawrence get tangled in a hose, Naomi Watts plays bizarre dress-up in front of a mirror, Anne... More »

Will And Kate Are Having a Baby!

By Katya on December 3, 2012 4:12 PM | 3 Comments

It's been rumoured for weeks. It's been breathlessly awaited by royal watchers almost as soon as they married in April 2011. And finally, baby-bump watchers can breathe a sigh of relief. St. James Palace has just announced that the The Duke and Duchess of Cambridge aka. "Will and Kate" are expecting a baby. Not much detail has been released yet (such as the due date) but I'm sure all of Royal watchers across the pond - and here! - are super excited. The Palace said the Duchess was admitted this afternoon to the King Edward VII Hospital in central London with acute morning... More »

Anna Nicole Smith's 6 Year-Old Models for GUESS Kids

By Katya on November 27, 2012 7:01 PM | 2 Comments

The apple doesn't fall far from the tree as they say. Having inherited her mom's striking looks, little Dannielynn Birkhead, the daughter of the late Anna Nicole Smith is following in her famous mom's footsteps. The adorable six year-old is being featured as a model for GUESS Kids in their Spring 2013 campaign. Her ads start running in January 2013 in magazines, on billboards and on buses. Smith, who died of a drug overdose in 2007 at the age of thirty nine, skyrocketed to fame as the face of GUESS ads in the early 1990s. Since her untimely death when their daughter... More »

Liz & Dick: Two Hours of My Life I'll Never Get Back

By Katya on November 26, 2012 1:07 PM | 4 Comments

It's probably all my fault. I don't like football. Because while many of my fellow Torontonians were watching The Argos take The Grey Cup, I was watching Liz & Dick on The Lifetime Network.Did I know it would be bad? Of course I did! The early reviews were scathing. But I simply had to see for myself. How bad could it be? Well...I wasn't disappointed. Let me tell you."They fight!! They drink!! They fornicate!!!" proclaims the movie trailer. That part is true. But the marketing folks also promised that this was "provocative" and "This year's biggest television event". Of course they did.... More »

Halle Berry's Ex Arrested After Beating Her Fiance

By Katya on November 23, 2012 4:22 PM | 1 Comment

If you're Oscar-winning beauty Halle Berry (46), this is how you spend your Thanksgiving - having two hunky French-speaking men fighting in your driveway! In one corner - Gabriel Aubry, a 6'2 tall 36 year-old French-Canadian male model who is also your ex and baby daddy. In the other corner we have Oliver Martinez, a sexy 5'8 tall 46 year old French actor whom you're planning to marry. Before the fight is over, there are broken ribs and possibly a broken hand and a neck injury. Oh, and one of the men gets arrested. Here's what went down. Aubry was dropping off their 4 year-old daughter Nahla at... More »

Closed: Tell Us and we will TELUS you!!!!!

By Leslie on November 20, 2012 6:50 PM

Our friends at TELUS love our UrbanMoms readers and have offered up the latest SAMSUNG GALAXY RUGBY LTE (retail $460) for us to giveaway... More »

Kravitz As Gaye, Gosling Goes Gruesome

By Katya on November 20, 2012 5:31 PM | 1 Comment

Two handsome actors. Two interesting roles. Lenny Kravitz (48) and Ryan Gosling (32) are both in the news for their upcoming movie roles. First up is Kravitz, who has been tapped to portray American soul singer Marvin Gaye in an upcoming biopic directed by Julian Temple. Temple has directed the Sex Pistols film The Great Rock n' Roll Swindle, Glastonbury and Absolute Beginners as well as the recent documentary London: The Modern Babylon. Kravitz will portray Gaye in his later years as the singer lived in London in the early 1980's while battling alcohol addiction and unpaid tax issues. Gaye died... More »

Mr. & Mrs. Claus: The Interview

By Sonya on November 17, 2012 9:10 AM

I was a little nervous. Santa's publicist contacted me a week ago and wanted to arrange an interview. COOL!!!! He's on twitter I see too. Santa must be a type A personality. He must be with all the tabs he needs to keep on the "nice" and the "naughty" (I'm sure I'm teetering on both but he would neither confirm nor deny this), managing of the toy workshop and scheduling his appearances at various malls, parties and parade routes. He's the most sought after man this time of year. Between his schedule and mine we managed to squeeze in a... More »

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For the Freedom of Choice

By Tracey on May 30, 2013 2:15 PM | 10 Comments

Dr. Henry Morgentaler died of a heart attack yesterday at the ripe old age of 90. It is his legacy that makes my heart feel all tender inside for this incredibly brave man who never wavered in his active support for a woman's reproductive rights - for a woman's right to choose. Talk about an unpopular way of thinking, especially for the times. Especially for a man.For the record, I've never had an abortion. I feel very fortunate to have been able to conceive when I wanted to, and I gave birth, unremarkably, to two healthy babies. (I had one miscarriage at... More »

Red Hot Celebs at The Heart Truth Fashion Show

By Katya on March 22, 2013 6:36 PM

The media is as much to blame for what happened in Steubenville as anyone else.

By Jen on March 19, 2013 10:40 PM | 3 Comments

This is a guest post contributed by a dad. Not a writer or blogger or social media guru, just a plain ol' dad. His thinking is inspired by the events of Steubenville but his perspective and the issues he introduces are far reaching. This post makes me think. I hope it does the same for you. ~ JenThe Steubenville rape trial is big news at the moment and I am constantly seeing opinion and comments on what has been happening but I choose to ignore it. People have asked my opinion and when I tell them, I don't think they... More »

Love Her this Valentine's Day!

By Sara on February 12, 2013 10:20 AM | 4 Comments

The countdown is on to the holiest of Hallmark holidays! Ahhh Valentine's Day. Will will be hard at work tonight writing out all his cards...all 30+ of them. My guess is he'll give up at 3 and I'll write the rest left handed to fake his 'signature'. It has me thinking of all things Valentine. My friend Jeff says I'm the least romantic person that he's ever met. I totally disagree. I'm just not a 'soul mate and fairy tale' kind of girl. Maybe I'm a realistic romantic. Let's go with that.Maybe my past Valentine's Day surprises have just turned... More »

Thinking of the Penny.

By Sonya on February 4, 2013 12:33 PM | 1 Comment

It's the end of the Canadian Penny. Yes, that lonely coin that no one seems to care about. That coin that gets tossed into the change can or on the sidewalk. We don't really think much about the Penny and it's worth. So, as a country, we are saying goodbye. But while we are phasing out the Penny, there is something we can do, collectively, with the ones just sitting at the bottom of our purses and piggy banks. In September, Free The Children and RBC launched the WE CREATE CHANGE campaign inviting Canadians to join in Canada's largest Penny drive. This... More »

An interview with Nadha Hassen: Global Changemaker & about Dancing in the Rain

By Sonya on March 8, 2013 11:30 AM

Sometimes you find a book that is so sweet. So wonderful and meaningful. Dancing in the Rain is just that book. It's a collection of short stories for children and families that touch on real issues in a positive way reminding us all that life should be celebrated. I had a chance to ask the 23 year old author, Nadha Hassen, about her inspiration and motivation to make a difference. What inspired you to write this book?Nadha: Working with diverse children and youth who were living with a number of health issues and coming from different home environments was the inspiration behind... More »

Crush Hunger This Thanksgiving! - er TODAY!

By Sara on October 5, 2012 8:03 AM | 1 Comment

I loooove Thanksgiving. Even if it is supposed to be cold and rainy the whole freaking weekend - I'm still excited. Will and I have an action packed weekend on tap. Wiggles. Drive-ins. Hallowe'en decorating. Family bash. I'm doing some makeover work on my house AND me (deets to come). Going to be busy but so much fun.What else are we making room for in our calendar this weekend? The Monster Jam Crush Hunger Food Drive. If you're in Toronto, head down to the Rogers Centre TODAY from 8am to 4pm with five or more non-perishable food items to donate to... More »

Game on

By Jason on October 4, 2012 1:20 PM | 4 Comments

Now that the run and my 43rd birthday are out of the way, I can now move back into the somewhat challenging and precarious role of dad. Back in 1977, Atari inc. released a video game system that is pretty much seen as the precursor to the home video game systems used in almost 50 per cent of all households today. When we got an Atari, a post divorce we still love you gift, I was around 9 or ten years old. We were living in an apartment at the time and me and the other latch key kids would... More »

Look who's HOT @ 175!

By Sonya on September 9, 2012 10:00 AM

Pop the champagne corks! It's not everyday you see a Canadian retailer turn 175 years old! Holt Renfrew, the luxe retailer to those who appreciate the finer things in life, celebrates in style! What started off as a small and humble hat shop in Quebec City, the store has evolved into a destination for luxury goods. In the 1930's Holt Renfrew began exclusive accounts with some of the best designers in Europe and in 1947 hosted Christian Dior when he launched his "New Look". After many years of foreign ownership Holt Renfrew was bought in 1986 by W. Galen and... More »

Fashion's Night Out! Get your heels on!

By Sonya on August 30, 2012 9:00 AM

Mark your calendars! Fashionistas from cities and countries around the world will take to the streets and shops in what the fashion world is calling "the most iconic extravaganza".On September 6, style mavens join will in the night-time festivities rubbing elbows with celebrities, journalists, designers, and models. Toronto will join over 4500 events in cities like New York, Vancouver, Chicago, LA, Boston, and eighteen countries like Spain, France, Germany, Portugal, Japan and Italy, offering a night full of events and promotions. Here is a quick glance at what's going on from 6pm to 11pm. LIGHT UP THE CITY RED: In Support... More »

Getting into the Olympic Spirit!

By Sonya on July 27, 2012 12:00 PM

The Summer Olympics have arrived and to get into the spirit of things, here are some fun ways to show your support for our athletes!Go to the official Canadian Olympic Team Website for all you want to know about the the games and the athletes. www.olympic.caDownload the official Canadian Olympic Team APP on iTunes and receive updates from the team and cheer them on!Riding on the trend of Nail Art...Do it yourself I (heart) Canada nails - spotted on the Hudson's Bay Company Pinterest page. ... More »

Ain't No Mountain (TOO) High

By Sonya on June 19, 2012 11:00 AM | 1 Comment

I remember seeing Spencer West last Fall at the massive We Day event in Toronto at the Air Canada Centre filled with school kids. Upon first glance you are speechless. And that's what happened. He silenced the entire arena. How can this guy defy the odds of what life has presented to him and still continue to be focused on the positive? To see the faces on the thousands of youths at the event was priceless - even my own son was filled with questions and was inspired that "if he can do what he wants...then so can I."Spencer lost... More »

Being SEEN on the Subway...part 2 (aka Julie Wilson is checking you out)

By Sonya on June 1, 2012 1:00 PM

Julie tells me she likes to watch. She makes notes of what she sees. Sometimes it's fascinating and she wants to get involved and strike up a conversation. But mostly, she observes and imagines beyond what she sees. And she's not a stalker and will never intrude but all of the sudden I see what she sees. I'm trailing her one day on public transit and I TOTALLY GET IT!Julie is a "Literary Voyeur". She started noticing what people were reading on public transit and began a blog called Seen Reading. It was her collection of sightings but what made this blog... More »

The Bachelorette Week 3 - Cue The Tears

By Sara on May 29, 2012 12:14 PM | 1 Comment

Let me start by saying - "note to self - it starts at 8' - considering my kid JUST entered the tub at 8, I was late to the game this week. But after watching and reading the about the part I missed, I've decided that I want to run a 'What Not To Say If I Want to Win The Bachelorette' class.1. Ryan - don't tell a girl and her friends that you want her to get fat and that while you'd still LOVE her, you wouldn't love ON her.2. Alessandro - don't tell a single mom that being... More »

Sex: A Tell All Exhibition

By Racheal on May 28, 2012 9:50 AM | 4 Comments

I was in Ottawa for Race Weekend and decided, in between running, to take in some exhibits at the city's diverse museums. I could tell you how wonderful the Van Gogh exhibit at the National Gallery of Canada was, but I'm pretty sure you'd be able to figure that one out on your own. The real question is how was Sex: A Tell All Exhibition at the Canadian Museum of Science and Technology? From the outset, with the beanbag chairs laid out (pun intended) for you to watch a video of conception and gestation, you know this isn't going to be... More »

The Bachelorette - Week 2 - Bringing Home The Bacon

By Sara on May 23, 2012 8:30 AM

When last we left Emily, she had narrowed the field to 25 eligible bachelors - you know the ones to go on her 'journey' with her. And the series has become embroiled in a lawsuit! A man is claiming that he wasn't cast as the Bachelor because he's black. Newsflash dude - it's because you're 39. No one wants to see us old folks date. We'd be asleep by 10 and our hangovers are too rough to booze it up like the kids. But I digress.I've figured out that there's good things and bad about this season of the Bachelorette.... More »

Pacey & Diane Kruger - The IT Couple....

By Sara on May 18, 2012 12:32 PM

Let's face it. Celebrity blogs often go on and on about who is breaking up; getting cheated on; hitting on massage therapists...all the negative. I've heard enough Travolta sadness this week to last awhile.Today while I was flipping through my standards (Lainey, D-Listed)....Lainey highlighted Joshua Jackson and Diane Kruger at a Calvin Klein party in Cannes. (We can't afford the pics - but you can see them here).Let's start the long weekend on a positive note. I LOVE THESE TWO. They've been together for six years and there is NO drama. No rumours. No bar brawls. No scandals. They just... More »

New Tune Tuesday - Jack White - Blunderbuss

By Sara on May 8, 2012 8:12 AM | 2 Comments

It came out a couple weeks ago - and it's been on repeat on my iTunes ever since. I can't really pick one song for you that I love the best. I was going to show you Sixteen Saltines...but the video is a bit disturbing....didn't want to catch flack...so get check it out! (And if you can explain it to me, I'd love it?).There's no official video for this one yet - but it makes me want to dance (I'm 'noivous') - it's called I'm Shakin' and it'll make you shake! The first single came out awhile ago - but... More »

Remembering Maurice

By Racheal on May 8, 2012 9:24 AM | 2 Comments

Maurice Sendak died today of complications from a stroke. He was 83. I cannot imagine my childhood without the bizarreness of In The Night Kitchen or the comfort of my children's childhood without an episode of Little Bear. And then of course, there is the perennial favourite, Where The Wild Things Are.Thank you Mr. Sendak for your creativity, imagination and above all, your books.Do you have a favourite Sendak story or memory?... More »

Linda Evangelista vs. Mr. Salma Hayek....

By Sara on May 8, 2012 6:15 AM | 4 Comments

Wow. If this story doesn't scream MOVIE OF THE WEEK...what does?Aging modelBillionaire businessmanSuccessful actressBoth have children by the billionaire. One a result of a few fun weeks. One from a marriage.One child is lavished with everything - why not - her dad is a beyond wealthy.One child is not living in the poverty zone. But his mother, who famously said she wouldn't get out of bed for less than $10,000 is looking for some money. SOME money? Rumour is she's looking for $46,000 a MONTH. Chew on that for a minute.Wow. This is all being battled out in a New... More »

New Tune Tuesday - Alabama Shakes - Hold On

By Sara on May 1, 2012 8:00 AM | 4 Comments

Besides sleep, hands down the thing that I miss most about my pre-kid life is discovering new music. My friends and I are all big music lovers. We'd swap cd's of awesome new bands that we'd discovered and knew that the others would love. We'd end up at a hole in the wall bar at midnight and hear something amazing. It made me happy.Today. It's the Wiggles or Winnie The Pooh (at least I get Zooey Deschanel!) with a side of Sesame Street. I'm blessed that in my day to day job I work in radio, so I am still... More »

The White House Correspondent's Dinner...

By Sara on April 30, 2012 8:00 PM | 1 Comment

Holy shizz. This weekend was the White House Correspondent's Dinner which I thought was for the press who cover the White House. Instead it was a mish-mash of reporters, celebs from the a-list to the d-list and parents of those d-listers. Honestly it just seems so bizarre.BUT. President Obama brought the funny. HILARIOUS! "God forbid we keep Chuck Todd and the cast of Glee waiting' Yes. I'm aware he didn't write it - but he delivered. I also love that you can see Michelle Obama's dress here because it is absolutely stunning. She is a beautiful woman.Should we take a... More »

10 things you should know before you die from 10 famous Canadians (and 2 VIP Tickets to the inspirational Top Ten Event!)

By Sonya on April 30, 2012 3:56 PM | 11 Comments

What is the one thing you should know before you die? It's an interesting question. Just one? How can you answer that? I was thinking about this for the past week. Maybe I'm not just quite ready to answer myself or have experienced enough to give any advice whatsoever.There is an event coming up that sounds pretty cool. On Thursday, May 10th, 10 renowned Canadians will take the stage at the TOP TEN EVENT and each will share the one thing they think we should know before we die. Each speaker will have 10 minutes to share a life-changing story... More »

Beyonce named People's Most Beautiful Woman in the World!

By Sara on April 25, 2012 1:15 PM | 1 Comment

I never realized that People Magazine made this announcement annually. Guess I just wait for the Sexiest Man Alive issue to come out and forget about the chicks.I wouldn't argue People's choice on this one. She is absolutely lovely. She seems it inside and out too - which as cheesy as that may sound really does make someone beautiful.I agreed with some on their list - Blake Lively (ugh - hate to admit it); Rachel McAdams (future BFF); Angelina; Eva Mendes; Adele. All gorgeous.I will say from a purely looks perspective, I saw a picture of Rosie Huntington Whiteley at... More »

Pulling My Artstrings

By Racheal on April 20, 2012 7:27 AM | 2 Comments

A tweet went out that got my attention and I immediately forwarded it on. It said "tweet #MolsonM_Art and you help paint a mural and we donate $1 to the arts in Canada...cheers" To me, it seemed like a no-brainer. Corporate marketing helping the arts. But then I thought about it for a moment and immediately asked "Where's the mural going to be & who's painting it?" While I didn't get a personal response, I did get a press release: Molson M is asking art enthusiasts everywhere to tweet using #MolsonM_Art over the next four weeks, and with each tweet, Molson M... More »

RIP Dick Clark....

By Sara on April 18, 2012 8:51 PM | 3 Comments

I have a few TV memories of growing up...1. Watching old King Kong movies in my basement and my cousin David making up the words as to what the ape would be saying; 2. Watching Scooby Doo and having my brother chase me around after...scaring me so badly I called 9-1-1; 3. Watching Saturday night back to backs of Love Boat and Fantasy Island...lying on my parents floor with the king sized pillow folded in half and my feet on the tv stand; andAMERICAN BANDSTAND!!!Dick Clark passed away today at the age of 82. If you didn't watch - I encourage you... More »

What To Get Brangelina??

By Sara on April 17, 2012 8:50 AM

The big news this weekend was that Brad popped the question to Angie with a honking diamond ring that he helped design. Rumour is it took over a year! (How is that possible - it doesn't take a year to design a freaking house?!). My thought? Who cares? They have an army of children and have been together for years now. They don't need to have a stag and doe or register at Target for sheets. Can you imagine Angie having a stagette?? My point? Why get 'engaged'. Just go get married and get it over with.And of course, the... More »

Bilingualism and Art

By Racheal on April 11, 2012 9:20 AM | 3 Comments

There are advantages to being a Canadian. One of them, for me anyway, is being able to speak French. And while I use the term "speak French" very loosely, it has come in handy. For example, when interviewing a talented and handsome young dancer from French Guyana, it helped to put him at ease, especially at the end of a long day of media calls. When he can speak freely in his mother langues, the exuberance of his performances and passions are far more forthcoming. The downfall is that my vocab can only take me so far before the interview... More »

Summer Blockbusters Are Coming!

By Sara on April 3, 2012 6:51 PM | 1 Comment

Summer is coming and with it come the big summer movies. As a mother of an almost four year old, we're counting down to Madgascar 3, Europe's Most Wanted. (for real)And of course...for my princess lover...we'll be first in line for Brave. I want my boy to know that princesses can have crazy, ridiculous hair...can't they??The adult in me loves the cheesy summer blockbuster. There's something about an action adventure or big comedy and a massive pail of popcorn when it's 100 degrees outside and you're freezing in the movie theatre!The trailers are starting to come out. A big one... More »

Feminism, Arts and the End of an Era

By Racheal on March 28, 2012 4:00 PM

When I sat down with the incredible cast of Little Mosque on the Prairie to talk about the series finale, I didn't realize how much I'd throw things off, or what a diverse discussion we'd have, when I brought up an article Deb McGrath (Mayor Popowicz) had posted on Facebook the previous evening. Can we talk about the posting you put up yesterday? Deb: I was crying when I read that. They're trying to pass a bill in Kansas that if you are a young mother and your doctor finds out that you've got a severely disable or deformed child and... More »

No Comprende, Eh?

By Tracey on March 27, 2012 6:00 PM | 29 Comments

Can we talk about The Hunger Games for a few minutes, please?Raise your hand if you've read the series. In English, I mean.*counts* Eight... twelve... fourteen... That's what I thought - nearly everyone on the planet. Cool.Now, when I started reading this series, I forced myself to stay away from Google images... I knew the movie was going to hit theatres momentarily, but I wanted to develop the characters faces in my own head, as I read the story. That's the best part about reading the novel before seeing the film - and you get a richer experience that way.Of course, this... More »

Tales from a non-Fashionista: Dare to Wear

By Racheal on March 21, 2012 6:00 AM | 2 Comments

World MasterCard Fashion Week closed with Dare to Wear Love, a gala fundraiser showcasing Canadian designers with celebrity models. Given just a few yards of African fabric,some of the designers really pushed the limits. The standout for me was Cityline's Tracy Moore in a breathtaking display by Aileen Ng for Avionni, though Danielle Brown definitely wins the cuteness award. Look for them in the gallery below and tell me what you think.... More »

Tales from a non-Fashionista: David Dixon

By Racheal on March 19, 2012 9:10 PM | 2 Comments

I'm not a fashion gal at all, so for me to be blown away by a fashion show is a pretty big thing. And that's exactly what happened with David Dixon's bird themed line for Fall 2012. I'm usually the one wondering what the hype's about quietly grumbling about not getting it, but this was...exquisite and wearable.So take a look and see if you agree.... More »

Tales from a non-Fashionista: Joe Fresh

By Racheal on March 19, 2012 8:26 PM | 3 Comments

No Canadian Fashion Week is complete without a little love from Joe Fresh. I actually wonder if they had the produce aisle in mind when they came up with this cap. Nonetheless, here's a look at what'll be in grocery stores near you this coming fall...... More »

Hungry for the Hunger Games

By Sara on March 13, 2012 6:53 PM | 3 Comments

I'm not a Twi-Hard or a Pot-head (is that what they called Harry Potter fans?? If not they should have!). But I kept seeing previews for the Hunger Games movie and I got really intrigued and proceeded to read the trilogy in a couple weeks.Pure and total book candy. It was a great break from the deeper book club books. I told one of my friends to get it for her vacation. She went to Chapters and the sales person said you may as well get all three, your kids will want to read them. I think she just said... More »

Craziest Survivor Ever??

By Sara on March 8, 2012 8:30 AM | 4 Comments

Earlier today I wrote here how I don't watch much tv anymore. And I don't. But I am watching Survivor still - Wednesday's (Survivor/Criminal Minds/LAUNDRY) are my tv night.You may want to pop by my desk on Thursday because you'll see my jaw still on the floor from what I saw last night. Let's put aside that the 'potentially' (UMM - YES IT WAS) dumbest move in Survivor history happened last night. The men won immunity and then gave it to the women because they couldn't wait another few days to kick someone out of their tribe.But it was the... More »

Catching Up with Kevin Durand

By Racheal on March 6, 2012 4:13 PM | 1 Comment

When I sat down with Kevin Durand in Toronto recently, the first thing I asked was for him to clear up a rumour. There's an urban myth that's come out of the University of Windsor, that the head of the Drama department sat you down and kicked you out of the programme because she said you would never have a future. Is that true? "No, no. I had been working since I was 17 and I was so hungry, and I wasn't an academic, but I had to take courses like "Cultures and Ideas" and learn about the Mesopotamians and their... More »

Remembering Davy Jones: Your Personal Penguin

By Racheal on March 1, 2012 6:34 AM | 4 Comments

I don't know about you, but when I was really little, I'd come home from school, my older sister would give me some oreos and milk, and we'd watch reruns of The Monkees. Though I can't tell you what actually happened from episode to episode, I loved that show.But when I heard Davy Jones died yesterday, it wasn't The Monkees I thought of, it was Sandra Boynton. Here's why: Thank you Davy Jones for your music, your humour and for entertaining not just my older sister and me, but my children too.... More »

The Big Show!

By Sara on February 27, 2012 1:06 PM | 7 Comments

Well - it's over - let the Oscar hangover set in.Did I like the show? Well, I liked the flow of it. It moved, it never really seemed to drag and it ended by 11:30. But Billy needs some new schtick. I really loved the Cirque Du Soleil part and loved the montages of actors talking about movies. Reese Witherspoon loving Overboard was adorable. As for winner and losers? There were no big surprises really. Meryl took it over Viola - which isn't a robbery per se but maybe a small upset. Christopher Plummer won his first! And as a... More »

Great Oscar Moments!

By Sara on February 24, 2012 8:55 AM | 4 Comments

Well, it's the last day of our look back at the old Oscar speeches. Hopefully something will happen on Sunday night that can be added to these lists for next year!I want to leave you with few bits. Just random pieces of awesomeness in my opinion. John Wayne. Hollywood tough guy coming to say good-bye at The Oscars. Beautiful and heartbreaking. I can only share the link with you to watch Glen Hansard & Marketa Inglova's Oscar speech - but I can post a video of them singing one of the most amazing Oscar winning songs ever (on Letterman -... More »

Did You Hear About Black History Month?

By Racheal on February 22, 2012 6:16 PM | 9 Comments

As Black History Month comes to a close, it leaves me wondering if it makes an impact. Are the messages heard? Do young people get it? I love old time radio (OTR), and my all time favourite is Jack Benny. When Eddie Anderson was hired to play Rochester in 1937, he became the first African American to have a staring role on radio. Though technically Rochester was Jack Benny's valet, there was never any doubt that the character, and the actor himself, was an equal. Sharing top billing from the start, he was one of the most beloved members of the... More »

Best Oscar Speeches - Get Your Hankies....

By Sara on February 22, 2012 8:02 AM | 2 Comments

Billy Crystal is back hosting the Oscars this year. Over the years, Billy has brought some big laughs...remember when he came out as Hannibal Lecter? So good. But lets face it. We like to cry at the Oscars. We like a big, emotional, intelligent speech. It just so happens that the two speeches that immediately came to mind both focus on the plight of gay Americans and both Tom Hanks (1993 for Philadelphia) and Dustin Lance Black (Writer for Milk in 2009) give brilliant speeches. I hope that in another 15 years, this won't even be an issue. Here is... More »

I Remember Wheels

By Racheal on February 18, 2012 9:49 AM | 6 Comments

I've been out of town, so I'm just catching up on the news. When I read that "Wheels" from Degrassi had died, it was sort of a nonplussed disbelief. And it immediately brought me back to the Bayshore Shopping Centre in Ottawa. Somewhere around 1990 they were doing a mall tour with the "stars" of Degrassi High, in this case "Wheels" and "Liz" (Neil Hope and Cathy Keenan). A group of girlfriends and I went. We never liked Wheels, I mean, let's face it, he was a terrible actor, but it was something to do. Plus, we'd been watching the... More »

The Grammy's Are Coming!

By Sara on February 10, 2012 1:18 PM | 3 Comments

Well it's Grammy weekend. I have to say for a show that a few years ago I wrote off - mostly because some of their crazy nominees - it's now the awards show that I look the most forward to.The last few years, they've really upped their performances. They bring together interesting artists to perform together - and expose some artists to the masses who may have otherwise not been heard (hello Avett Brothers - one of my faves but many hadn't heard of them until last year).And let's face it - if the Grammy history has anything to do... More »

Super Bowl Fall Out!

By Sara on February 7, 2012 8:20 AM | 1 Comment

Really, can we just get through a Super Bowl half-time show without any issues? Unless you've been living under a rock - actually not sure that would stop it - you've heard that Madonna played the half-time show at the game. And you know what? I'm not a Madonna fan at all - but I thought she did a great job (except for the weird push up thing with LMFAO). She sang her new single with Niki Minaj and MIA. And *gasp*, brace yourself, MIA gave the screen the finger? No! How horrible! Hello!! Who CARES! Are you telling me... More »

Foto Friday: Dancing Through Black History Month

By Racheal on February 3, 2012 9:58 AM | 4 Comments

Last night, the Alvin Ailey American Dance Theatre kicked off their North American tour in Toronto. I was delighted to be on hand to capture some of the magic and excitment they create.... More »

The SAG Awards Fashion Roundup!

By Sara on January 30, 2012 12:31 PM | 4 Comments

Another weekend....and another award show. I like the SAG Awards - maybe because Coach Reeves from The White Shadow always shows up - I'm not sure. I just think that actors voting for each other give a truer sense of who deserves what. It was a great night for fashion. There were some major standouts and some wtf's...which always makes things interesting. Here is my take - and I know at least one will have you wanting to smack me!!! I'm not including a pic of my George and the wrestler...because frankly, he's been replaced with Jean Dujardin. ... More »

Trouble in Paradis??

By Sara on January 19, 2012 6:34 AM | 2 Comments

This is one celebrity duo that I wouldn't have guessed would split...but word is that Johnny Depp and Vanessa Paradis are ending their 14 year partnership (they never married). Sad. They have two kids - Lily Rose and Jack (which just hit me as very Titanic!). Apparently they should have stayed in France because rumour is once they moved to Hollywood, they started drifting apart. C'est dommage! But maybe he and Winona can get back together! He can just fix up that tattoo again!In other gossip tidbits - JayZ has decided to not call women bitches anymore because of the... More »

Wordless Wednesday: Hot Under The Collar with Republic of Doyle

By Racheal on January 11, 2012 6:53 AM

I'm doing this instalment as a "Wordless Wednesday" because really, is there anything to say? A new season of Republic of Doyle starts tonight with Russell Crowe, our friend Kevin Durand and the ever affable Allan Hawco. It's a great episode and worth a watch. ... More »

Weekend Roundup! The B's Have it!!!

By Sara on January 9, 2012 8:27 AM

Lock up your sons...likely the coolest little girl has arrived. Beyonce and Jay-Z welcomed their daughter yesterday morning in New York City. It's been hard to determine if her name is Ivy Blue or Blue Ivy. Hmm. I really hope it's option #1 because Blue Ivy sounds like a Batman villain or a really crappy perfume. Regardless - the rumour was that no one was allowed on the maternity ward and that Jay brought in dozens of bottles of red wine. This makes my father's token one can of Guinness for me post-delivery seem really weak!In other news, Drew Barrymore... More »

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What Are These?

By Tracey on May 31, 2013 10:45 AM | 12 Comments

I was in the pharmacy with Ava Scarlett the other day, walking up and down a few aisles, throwing bits and bobs into my basket, when I suddenly noticed she wasn't behind me. I started to backtrack. "Lovie, where are you?""I'm here," she said, and I tracked her voice to the aisle I'd just left. She was stock-still, staring at a product on the shelf. With her arm outstretched, she pointed and asked, "Mummy, what are these?"I looked. And then I closed my eyes for a moment.GULP.I knew it was the heart-shape that must have caught her attention - lately,... More »

Now Why Would You Do THAT?

By Kath on May 22, 2013 11:05 PM | 8 Comments

2012 was a record-breaking year for births in Alberta, with 52,398 new souls being welcomed into the world here. And according to Service Alberta, Emma and Liam were the two most popular names given to these little bundles of joy. I'm gonna be honest with you here: I love it when the top-baby-names list comes out each year. It's a chance to put on my robe and wig, take out the gavel and get judg-ey. And although we don't like to admit it, most of us secretly like mounting our high horses and looking down our noses at the plebs, with... More »

words for wednesday- "wait- I actually want this job"

By Nancy on May 8, 2013 8:05 AM | 3 Comments

Some people spend their whole lives looking for something they are passionate about and never find a carreer that truly ignites them. For me I had felt certain I had found it in this and in this. But I may have changed my mind.PLEASE give me this job (see video below). It is all I will ask for and I will rise to the challenge in a most glorious way. I promise.Plus I am a nice person so afterwards I will go around and aplogize for making them look as stupid as they must be silly. ... More »

Confessions of a Five Year Old - Part II

By Tracey on May 1, 2013 1:00 PM | 2 Comments

(continued from yesterday's post... still at the mall.)She: Mummy? I need to tell you something else. It's kinda bad. *looks at me with solemn brown eyes and then smirks*Me: *looks to the heavens* Oh my lord, child, what is it?She: Well... the other day? When I was at Jed's house for dinner? Well... I ate with my mouth open.At first she looks SO guilty, but this expression quickly morphs into smiling. I bite my lip. This is the kinda bad thing she has to tell me? Oh. My. Days.Me: *leans in with mock shock* Ava Scarlett!!? *clutches pearls*She: *slightly pained* I knoooow!... More »

Confessions of a Five Year Old - Part I

By Tracey on April 30, 2013 4:00 PM | 4 Comments

This is a scene from a mall...She: Mummy, I need to tell you something. *picks up napkin and wipes pizza sauce from her mouth*Me: *takes deep breath* Yeeeessss? *feels stroke coming on*She: Well... *sheepish* I don't really like apple juice anymore.I swear to god, these kids...Me: *relieved* Oh. Well, why not?She: *cocks head* Well, I used to like it, you know, back when I was a little kid, but now that I'm a big girl, well... I just don't like it anymore. Because it's for babies.This baby of mine is currently the ripe old age of five, so I feel... More »

the unsexy, the unfun, and the uninteresting things I buy for myself

By Nancy on April 21, 2013 7:08 PM | 10 Comments

first there was this furnace then there was this A/C unit- now this fabulous and romantic sump pump battery back upfollowed by the removal and switch over of some remenant knob and tube wiring (wildly jealous?)happy birthday to meI hate being an adultstay tuned- my washer dryer are chatting in the night about how fun it would be to break down together and my driveway needs paving. (surely this tragedy explains why I stayed out till 3 am last night. A girl has to find a way to laugh and misbehave after so much unfun)... More »

Can I Put These Snowpants Away Yet?

By Tracey on April 5, 2013 10:00 AM | 4 Comments

It's snowing outside my window right now. *dabs eyes with tissue*We all know by now that winter is not my favourite time of year, but I should probably add how early spring is often in my bad books, too. I mean really, spring... how could you?What I realise is my expectations of spring are entirely too great each year - come March, I am oh, SO desperate for the dreaded winter to be over, and as the days on the calendar inch closer and closer to the magical twenty-first day of the month, indicating spring at last, I tend to... More »

piss me off- retention

By Nancy on April 4, 2013 2:26 PM | 3 Comments

I lost one hour of my life today trying to break up get a lower package with my internet provider.I am now super duper close with Nick in anal retention.Now while I felt your attitude changed when I said I am thinking of leaving you, Nick, I still want to help you with a few things-1. You need to drink a cup of coffee or six. While being laid back is great when you are with the lads having a few pints, the sedative approach to your job left me crazy.2. While a child in grade 2 often reads outloud very... More »

my dream job

By Nancy on April 2, 2013 7:50 AM | 3 Comments

I am not sure what this says about me but my DREAM JOB is and always has been official prankster.April Fool's is one of my favourite days all year. I think everyone should take the day off work.I dream up pranks for weeksI love playing them.(strangely or perhaps not all that strangely, I dont like them being played on me as much)If I could do this all day I would be so happy. And likely very unpopular, even friendless.(I like this one although it spooks me a tiny bit)Do you have a favourite prank?... More »

What's in a Size?

By Tracey on March 27, 2013 3:30 PM | 12 Comments

I went bra shopping today, which is my least favourite of all the shoppings.I went because my boobs are decidedly bigger than they were the last time I bought some, and the "spillage" out of the cups of my current bras was making me feel... very... soft and squishy in ways I do not like.Now, let me say right here that I know I don't have any kinds of weight issues - I've totally put on some winter pounds, which doesn't really faze me much, except when my clothes stop fitting the way they're supposed to. And I don't have... More »

Okay, Cupid.

By Tracey on March 22, 2013 2:15 PM

The other night, this wee bit of conversation had me howling with laughter...She: You have loved mummy for a long time, right?He: Yes! A long time.She: Did it happen when that, um... you know, that baby? With the wings? It shot you in the back with a love arrow, right?Me: *laughing my guts out* Ava Scarlett! That baby is a cherub called Cupid... and it doesn't shoot you in the back. Wow!She: *smiling* Oh. It shoots you in the neck? *eyebrows high*Me: Oh my god, girl. *laughing* He: No, the arrow hits you in the heart. *taps chest* That's the spot. She:... More »

Endurance

By Tracey on January 25, 2013 11:30 AM | 9 Comments

It's cold as a muther outside.This is no big surprise - it's January, and this is Canada... and yet, I still find it alarmingly cold when the thermometer dips quite this low. And as I've said a million times before, it's all just academic anywhere past -20 degrees Celcius. Beyond that is what's commonly known as CRAZYPANTS cold. It makes me feel like I'm living in CRAZYTOWN, only without suitable CRAZYPANTS with which to keep me warm.Commence Le Winter Sads.A friend of mine described herself as feeling like she's Robert Smith trapped inside a Cure video these days. I totally get... More »

why excellence matters-goal setting for the NEW YEAR

By Nancy on December 27, 2012 9:53 PM | 1 Comment

this is the only tool you will need to achieve everything you want............. More »

words for wednesday on thursday- "is it real?"

By Nancy on December 27, 2012 8:49 PM | 1 Comment

We went to the Nutcracker ballet today for maybe the 14th time since my children were born. The first year my mom took us - my eldest was four and whispered in a really loud voice "Is it real?"and that is what it is when ballet or any art form is really good. It transports you. It takes you out of the world you live in and transports you to a safe place where glittery snow falls, and angels dance on tippy toes and perfect specimen of men wear really, really, tight tights.When I was a little girl my mom would take... More »

All I want for Christmas......

By Chantel on December 4, 2012 12:27 PM | 2 Comments

The day after Halloween my kiddies were on a mission to let me know what they wanted for Christmas. The tree went up on the 25 of November so at least that was better than last year's November 1!I am actually really tired of listening to their "Wants" so I thought I would throw out a list of my own - thats right - MAMA'S WANTS!1. Children who pick up their toys immediately after playing with them - not two weeks later or never at all.2. Children who get along ALL the time by solving their issues without resorting to... More »

my favourite thing of the week-Canadians voted as top 5 ugliest people in the world

By Nancy on November 4, 2012 5:09 PM | 7 Comments

Maquillage et Motocyclette, editor in chief Chantel Dubois from her Paris office tells CBC This and That reporter that we failed miserablyShe says that beauty is divided into 3 categories and explains how Canadians fall shortPhysical appearance"your face is scrunched, you look like a very scared people"Beauty/style"you dress like you are ashamed of your waist. You wear a lot of sweatpants. And shouldn't.Mannerism/spirit"You are often saying sorry. You are a broken, apologetic people. You act desperate. Like the boyfriend who keeps calling you every day and won't go away."This and That is CBC 's satirical show- so if you are... More »

Sorry, I hate costumes

By Nancy on October 26, 2012 8:38 AM | 5 Comments

I really wish Hallowe'en was as easy as this or thiseveryone says- but you are so creative! Yeah. Sorry, I hate costumes.I am going to wear what I wore last year- how boring is that?What about you? Do you love dressing up in costume? what are you wearing?... More »

Ooh, the Funny!

By Kath on October 25, 2012 12:02 AM | 4 Comments

I'll come right out and tell y'all: for the past few days I've been dealing with somewhat of a crisis on the home front, and - being the mom and all (and a single mom at that) - I've worn myself pretty thin, both physically and emotionally. Colleagues have commented on my exhausted look and general lack of pep; friends too, and even random acquaintances. Heck, one of my students asked me the other day if I had forgotten to put on makeup (I hadn't, for the record).So that's me this week. Exhausted. Worn out. Done.And yet, as tempting as... More »

My Daddy's a Rockstar!!!

By Sara on October 18, 2012 12:50 PM | 7 Comments

I don't obsess over Will not having a dad. It's funny. You know what you know and since he's never had one, this is our normal. Frankly, besides Father's Day or when Will is doing something particularly annoying (which he couldn't POSSIBLY have inherited from me), I don't really think about his donor much. I'm beyond thankful for him but it's just not a focal point.People do ask me why I picked him in particular. In no order - this was why:1. Someone else had used him and had had a healthy kid.2. His family had no serious illness in... More »

my favourite things of the week- boot phone

By Nancy on October 14, 2012 3:26 PM | 1 Comment

I went to a party Friday night at an Armoury(So many men asleep upstairs!)And this is what I foundAnd this is my VERY favourite thing of week.Yes of course I tried it. In fact I might have stolen it if I could get it off the wall. I feel so agent 99.... More »

words for wednesday- "when do we know we have a problem?"

By Nancy on September 26, 2012 10:08 AM | 6 Comments

this is not a problemseeing the scale of it does not necessarily mean it is a problem (2.5kg)calling it a family size package but not sharing it with your family might be a problemeating it all (except the green ones, of course) in a fairly quick time period (that detail is a little too intimate) might require an interventionok I have shared my ugly problem.Your turn.What is yours?... More »

On Crappy Customer Service and Other Dealings With Humans.

By Tracey on August 31, 2012 9:45 AM | 12 Comments

One of my pet peeves is bad service. Be it in restaurants or hotels or shops... I just don't like it. I know I'm not alone here - no one does.And let me assure you - in my lifetime, I've been on the other end. I've walked a mile in the other person's shoes. I've been a waitress. I've worked in retail serving clients. It's not always an easy job because, let's face it - there are a lot of rude muthers out there... and such can be the worst part of doing jobs like these. I get it. I... More »

words for wednesday on friday-What's a birgin?

By Nancy on July 13, 2012 9:30 PM | 3 Comments

encaustic mixed media www.artstudioforchildren.com At every art camp we have one movie night. It is the only silent time of the whole week. We try to find a movie everyone can love, hasn't seen, has no issues, no stuff there parents would not approve of- not an easy task. We chose a PG, but still a little head popped up in the silence and shouted "What's a birgin, Nancy ?"Silence.I am in charge of the art. I left that one alone.... More »

50 Shades & Steamy Confessions!

By Sonya on July 13, 2012 10:30 AM | 10 Comments

You may have already read the book(s)...I STILL haven't had a chance to read Fifty Shades of Grey but Jen Maier tells me it will ...um, get you going!It's next on my "to read" list just to see if it lives up to it's hype but I'm just finishing up Tina Fey's Bossypants (awesome funny book, by the way). If you've been busy with life and haven't heard about this best-seller you can find out about it here Fifty Shades of Grey Synopsis and there have been 2 titles added to Fifty Shades. Just this week, the trilogy has reached a total of 20 million... More »

MEET MY NEW CHILD.........

By Chantel on July 7, 2012 12:13 AM | 1 Comment

It never fails to amaze me how one minute my children can be fighting like cats and dogs and then a few minutes later they are protecting each other from the wrath of the MOMMY. One would think that with so many siblings they would be eager to rat each other out, allowing them to be in the spot light for once as the really good child. HA! NEVER! Instead they allowed a new child to enter our humble home, one who could take the fall for anything and everything, and the best part? This new child is invisible! That's... More »

words for wednesday - you are like a bad lover

By Nancy on July 4, 2012 8:50 AM | 4 Comments

"You are like a bad lover. When I tell you I am leaving you - you start treating me well" me trying to break up with my home internet provider for the summer and finding him particularly attentive -only in that too little too late way.... More »

in my bag I packed

By Nancy on June 29, 2012 4:19 PM

Ugly hot minivan en route to cottage, stuck in traffic on highway, stuffed withan easel5 duffel bags7 litres of paint8 bags of groceries75 canvassesgallon of gessogallon of modelling pastegallon of painting gelencaustic paints2 irons and a hot plate for encaustica heat gunone 18" Mac desktop computeripods, kobos3 fishing rods 3 bikes25 files in an accordian filerubber boots, flip flops, sneakers, sandals, birkenstocks strapless bras pink bras white bras nude brasdresses halters cover ups shorts Ts a long dress just in casebagels bikinis blow torches boozebumper kisses ever so slightly, a sparkling convertable with top down and not a single anything in it other... More »

words for wednesday-the 3 worst things to say to a woman

By Nancy on June 27, 2012 8:33 PM | 4 Comments

I had just arrived to the wonderful beautiful magical perfect wedding and had been seated in the church no fewer than 3 minutes when woman seated in pew in front of us, turns around to say hello. Her spidey senses were tingling because I was chatting with her husband, seated next to me.I hear the name- same as the groom- and say "are you the mother?"NEVER say this even if it is possiblealways say "how are you related"? (yup she was the sister- step but still)Did you hear me?Ok it is true I think I am 30 and that everyone... More »

FotoFriday - Lonely Island

By Christine on May 25, 2012 10:45 AM

I got my swim trunks and my flippy floppies.I can't look at anyone on a boat - a mother f***ing boat, without that song in my head.(If you are not a fan of SNL digital shorts - this post means squat to you. Sorry.)... More »

Bachelorette Round Up - Week #1 - Bringing the Cray Cray..

By Sara on May 15, 2012 6:15 PM | 4 Comments

And so it begins. After the last few disastrously dull seasons of the Bachelor and Bachelorette, I half assed tuned into the premiere of Season 8 of the Bachelorette side...AND I'm hooked. UGH. But watch this ... and you might be as well! She SWEARS. Thank God! I thought she would just be this boring southern belle. But she seems to make out with a handful of them and she's got some 'tude. So last night, we met the bachelors. And as always, there were some doozies! One dude brought an ostrich egg (you know to nurture like their relationship);... More »

What's worse you ask? The fat ass or sagging boobs?

By Chantel on March 25, 2012 10:41 PM | 9 Comments

I ran into someone the other day that I hadn't seen for awhile. In fact the last time I saw them was just before the twins were born."Wow." She said. "You would never know that you have eight kids! You look great!"I mumbled a shallow "Thanks." But I was suspicious. Did she really mean my ass isn't as big as it was when I was pregnant with the twins, or that my ass is actually mushy, fat and sagging but just not as much as she thought it would be? No matter what she really meant I wasn't buying any of... More »

The Other F-Word

By Sara on March 23, 2012 10:07 AM | 4 Comments

I have to thank Bunch Family for my new obsession. I've watched this trailer - oh - about 20 times in the last couple of days since they mentioned it in their newsletter.Check it out. It's called The Other F-Word. Punk rock dads explaining how they balance being anti-establishment and rock stars with raising children. Let me say this...if you are not totally and completely in love with Flea from the Chili Peppers by the 1:46 mark...well you will be.I need to find someone with an iPad so I can get it from iTunes and watch it. Then I'll save... More »

the things people do -free diving

By Nancy on March 21, 2012 11:53 AM | 3 Comments

When I went out to the pool this morning after a work out to drink my coffee and think about nothing and everything, I found a still body on the bottom of the pool.I mean totally still.It was a guy in his early 30s, a beautiful specimen, and while I may or may not have fantasized briefly about saving his life through a dramatic dive in and mouth to mouth approach to resuscitation, my hands earnestly placed on his fabulous pecs pumping life back into him,I did something somewhat uncharacteristic. I paused before acting. Then, I saw his leg move... More »

Random Shout Out Day - to Ellen!!!

By Sara on March 7, 2012 8:29 AM | 4 Comments

Okay - so you may have noticed that I hardly write about TV here anymore. I'm sort of off of it! I KNOW! It's very odd for me. But since I've moved, and winter has hit, I have this little reading nook in my bedroom and I'm in love with it. Book, blanket, glasses...ah the life of a single girl. I watch a few of my fave shows on demand when I'm in the mood but other than that - I'm reading! How novel (pardon the pun!!).So, I haven't been watching the Bachelor this season. Have you? That dude was... More »

Oscar Speeches - The Weird Ones...

By Sara on February 23, 2012 11:47 AM | 2 Comments

Sadly, we all like a train wreck. If we didn't the Kardashians and Snooki would get no air time. And even at a classy affair like the Oscars, we like to see some people bring the crazy. These speeches don't disappoint. I'm told I've been over using the term 'ugh' lately....but really Sally Field - ugh. We DID really like you Sally until this brutal speech. Holy bouncy hair! Then there was Marlon Brando...or rather Sacheen Littlefeather, the woman that he sent to deliver his message. Truthfully, the message is great - but it was for sure an odd moment... More »

S#!t my kids say!

By Chantel on February 22, 2012 1:27 PM | 3 Comments

It always amazes me to hear the things that come out of my children's mouth. Daily. I actually reconsidered writing such a post for fear that I may be thought of as one of the worse mothers on the planet. Then I thought who am I kidding? For those who know me, know that they never hear this stuff from me. Of course it comes all from the father (insert LOUD applause from all the mothers reading this). I do wonder though where they learn this from, if they don't hear it all from home. Then I start to wonder... More »

The Winter of My Discontent.

By Tracey on February 21, 2012 6:00 PM | 10 Comments

I realise this winter has been one of the mildest ones on record, in the history of all Canadian winters EVER, and it's been downright balmy, all told. There have been some super sunny skies overhead too. Just lovely! Truly wonderful. But I have to tell you: it's still totally blows. I do not enjoy the winter time. I just don't. (And you can't make me.)Two weeks ago, The Groundhog said we have (only) six weeks left of winter. Well, whoop-ditty-do. *twirls index finger in slow circles* Let's be serious - this is Canada. It's cold. It's cold until June-ish.... More »

my cheating revealed

By Nancy on February 13, 2012 6:22 AM | 6 Comments

I can't help myself it is bigger than I amI am only humanI am drawn to you you make me feel wholeI must be 'on top' of things and this is the only way*sigh*prepared foods... More »

Dear George...

By Sara on February 8, 2012 12:54 PM | 2 Comments

Hey George,I hope you get this note inbetween your trips to Cabo and selling your house in Italy because the wrestler doesn't feel comfortable there (fyi - I wouldn't have given a rats ass). It's a hard one for me to write. You have been my guy. I passionately defended you to my friends who said you were just a so-so actor (remember Facts of Life); I can reenact that scene from ER perfectly...you know the one where you save that kid from drowning in the storm drain. Oh Doug Ross - how I wished you to be my ER... More »

NOTHING LIKE THE FIRST CRUSH!

By Chantel on February 8, 2012 9:57 AM | 11 Comments

The other day a few of my children brought home lists of the names of all the students in their class with a note about Valentine's day. The note was a reminder to us parents that if we are going to send Valentine cards to school to please make sure we send one for each child so no child is left out. Big sigh from me. Whatever happened to Valentine's day being for secret love notes that were sent to those you had a crush on? I remember the anticipation of getting a sweet valentine from the cute boy who... More »

HOW MANY PASSPORTS??

By Chantel on February 6, 2012 11:18 PM | 6 Comments

Well we finally forked out the dough, filled in all the paperwork and got passports for all the children! It was high time considering a good friend of ours lives across the Border and always has to come to Ontario to meet up with us. This weekend that all changed and the fun began! Okay when I say fun you didn't think I was serious did you?? For us the drive to the border isn't really that long and for once it was relatively sane. I only had a few children screaming at each other and the babies cried for... More »

How to clean your home in 10 minutes

By Chantel on January 31, 2012 12:22 PM | 13 Comments

I recently read an article on how to clean your home in 10 minutes when you find out guests are going to be dropping by in about that time. Obviously these so called experts (really it's those experts again!) have never been to my house! They might have a quick change of heart if they did a quick tour of my home. One of the experts (are you feeling the love I have for these so called experts yet?) suggest that the goal should be not to have a perfectly clean home but just a warm welcome for your friends.... More »

Waxing on Waxing.

By Tracey on January 30, 2012 12:30 PM | 6 Comments

In the mornings, I throw on my game-face pretty quickly. I've been doing it for years... it doesn't vary much. Fill in brows, rim eyes with black liner, a little colour on the cheeks, and some on the eyelids... maybe a bit of shimmer in the brow bone... a light dusting of powder, and then some lip gloss.Hmmmm. Wait.Sometimes I look in the mirror and feel... kinda... not right. Like there's something missing.Upon closer inspection, I sometimes realise my skin doesn't look as bright, and I just need to wash it exfoliate. I make a mental note to treat my... More »

words for wednesday- thin blonde

By Nancy on January 25, 2012 8:20 AM | 4 Comments

"I'll have a tall, thin blonde. Care to join me?" Guy in front of me at Starbuck's this morning. He turned and winked at me, a little pleased with himself that he could order a girl and his coffee at the same time.Yes, Starbuck's has now come out with a light ,subtle, mellow roast they call 'blonde.'Subtle?Light? Mellow? Not this 'blonde'.... More »

Oh Say Can You See??

By Sara on January 23, 2012 8:37 PM | 4 Comments

Steven Tyler sung the US National Anthem at a football game today. It's all over the news with how awful it was. Ummm hello. Let's repeat the sentence. Steven Tyler sang the national anthem - what the hell did they expect? He's not Jennifer Hudson for godsakes.Have a listen... What's wrong with it? He sounds like Steven Tyler! What about Roseanne?? Now that's a butcherWhen it's right...it's soooo right. I love the U.S. National Anthem - and this is my favourite...sorry Whitney - you were awesome but this was J Hud's first public appearance after her mother was murdered. And she... More »

Psssssssssssst! I've got a secret!

By Chantel on January 17, 2012 12:22 AM | 53 Comments

To the outsider I appear so organized, confident, patient, the yummy sexy mummy...... okay I just added that part on my own......the all together modern day mom! Yet, despite all my strengths (and there are many), I do have one major weakness - yes, yes, I know hard to believe it, but there is one area of mommy hood that I am really bad at - actually I suck at it big time. It is a something I have been able to hide for many years. In fact, I would say I have been able to keep it hidden and pushed... More »

Golden Globe Roundup!

By Sara on January 16, 2012 2:11 PM | 7 Comments

It was Hollywood's big night and all eyes were on Ricky Gervais to see who he'd insult...to hear all of his zingers....and frankly? YAWN. He was dullsville!Who should host next year? Seth Rogen. He stole the show with one line. I love how Kate giggled. She's a trooper. But you're here for fashion. I know you are.I have one small issue. My photo agency is a little, tiny bit CHEAP so I don't have access to all the pictures...so yes, I do have some people missing from my best and worse BUT I think I'm capturing the highlights. Best of the... More »

Swedish for cheap toddler date

By Heather on January 12, 2012 9:03 PM | 6 Comments

Today was cold and rainy and we were all in need of an outing. We decided to try out IKEA for an evening's entertainment. Well, well why hadn't we tried this sooner?Priority parking for people with kids underground and in close proximity to the front door. Dinner $1.99 for kiddie fish and fries and for another buck a jar of organic veggie baby food. Highchair, bib and clean up crew courtesy of the Swedish retailer.Entertainment- FREEWe romped around the kids section... bounced on the beds, crawled through tunnels, had a puppet show, played endlessly with the cupboards on the mini kitchen and hugged the... More »

Yawwwwwn - The Holiday Celeb Gossip Edition

By Sara on January 4, 2012 10:39 AM | 3 Comments

Where the HELL were the celebs this holiday season?It was a quiet one for gossip with the exception of Katy Perry and Russell Brand splitting. Frankly, not sure this is a surprise. He's a recovering alcoholic and well...she is not. I think this combined with differing careers would be pretty massive to overcome. No?Another tidbit - apparently Jessica Biel will soon become Jessica Timberlake. (For SURE she'll change her name...come on...she's put up with a lot of crap to get here!).Excitement for me this holiday? Oprah is back! Her new show Oprah's Next Chapter or something premiered to great numbers... More »

words for wednesday - #$%&

By Nancy on January 4, 2012 10:06 AM | 1 Comment

"#$%&" me- last night after dinnerI am surrounded by fine belgian chocolates, 12 dozen homemade cookies from cookie exchange, cakes, candies and my friend's daughter even made homemade Madelaines last night and I, very inconveniently, have sworn off all this stuff for the month of January.I reached for a few apricots. Not quite the same.How long will I last at this rate? I might substitute smoking or compulsive gambling just to get through it.... More »

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HotDocs Interview: Kelly O'Brien, SOFTENING

By Sonya on May 6, 2013 9:15 AM | No Comments

Kelly O'Brien's second pregnancy was uneventful. When her son, Teddy, was born she was told by the doctor that her baby had contracted a virus in-utero. Without any symptoms or signs during pregnancy O'Brien and her family had to face a shocking reality that her son has "extensive brain damage". Teddy would not be able to walk or talk without any assistance. O'Brien began documenting her days taking the challenges and coming to terms with what life has dealt her and her family. We had a chance to interview Kelly O'Brien at the WorldWide Premiere screening of her very personal documentary,... More »

Hot Docs Interview: "Blood Brother"

By Katya on May 1, 2013 11:57 PM | No Comments

Winner of the Grand Jury Prize and the Audience Award for US Documentary at Sundance, Blood Brother is a deeply moving film about how one person with steely determination and limitless love truly can make a difference in the lives of others. The film tells the story of Rocky Braat who decided to go to India on a journey of self-discovery. In what proves to be a life-transforming encounter, he visited a care centre for women and children living with HIV and AIDS. Despite never really liking children, Braat returns home to Pittsburgh announcing he'll be moving to India to work at the centre. His best friend... More »

HotDocs Party: Felix Austria! and the Kaiser Ball

By Sonya on May 3, 2013 9:20 AM | No Comments

This past Monday, Katya and I took a breather from our pile of HOTDOCS Film Festival screenings and was invited to the very fun Kaiser Ball - the big event that celebrated the World Premiere the documentary of FELIX AUSTRIA! Felix Pfeifle himself was in attendance at the invite-only Viennese masked ball along with filmmaker Christine Beebe. Guests wore everything from ballgowns to ballcaps as the guest of honour, Felix, donned a bright orange wig and danced the night away. Being the sophisticated aristocrat is convincing as Felix mixed and mingled with the crowd. He was as effervescent as you would... More »

Hot Docs Interview: "Remote Area Medical"

By Katya on April 27, 2013 12:28 AM | No Comments

It's the middle of the night. Hundreds of people have traveled for days to wait in line for basic medical treatment from a Remote Area Medical clinic (RAM). Many huddle in pop-up tents and some sleep on the ground. Some have never been to the dentist. Others are in desperate need of glasses. Most are poor and have no medical coverage or easy access to doctors.This is not Africa, Guatemala or a remote part of the Amazon.This is Bristol, Tennessee.There are 44 million Americans who do not have medical coverage, leaving many of them to rely on pop-up clinics like... More »

HotDocs: Free The Mind

By Sonya on April 29, 2013 9:08 AM | 1 Comment

We all probably know at least one family with a child who has been diagnosed with ADHD. Friends I know are determined to find ways to cope on a daily basis and, if possible, with minimal or no meds. This year, HotDocs, The Canadian Documentary Film Festival, includes the world premiere of FREE THE MIND: Can You Rewire The Brain Just By Taking a Breath? This film caught my attention. The documentary follows three case studies; Will, a five year old diagnosed with anxiety and ADHD, and two American War veterans both of whom suffer from symptoms of Post Trauma Stress Disorder... More »

An interview with film producer Joely Collins on Becoming Redwood

By Sonya on April 25, 2013 11:12 AM | No Comments

In 1969, at the height of the Vietnam War, 2 year old Redwood Forest Hanson watched from the backseat of a beat up Volkswagen van while his mother left his father for good. At the very moment his mother walked away, Redwood, aided with the radio news of another Jack Nicklaus victory, had the beginning of a stress induced epiphany: Beat Jack Nicklaus at the Masters, and his parents would reunite!Eight years later, Redwood has yet to defeat Jack. He lives in Canada with his dope dealing, hippie father, who despite all his free love, cannot make life any easier for his son. Suddenly his life flips upside down. His... More »

The popcorn marathon is about to begin! Welcome to HotDocs

By Sonya on April 22, 2013 4:06 PM | No Comments

About a month ago, I sat down with my popcorn and cappuccino (no, I'm not pregnant) and sifted through the incredible line up of films coming to Canadian International Documentary Festival also known as HotDocs. This festival starts this week and runs from April 25 to May 5. The programme is overwhelming, in a good way, with screenings coming from all over the world and so many events that go hand-in-hand with this 20 year old festival. The 2013 Festival will feature 205 amazing documentaries from 43 countries. So many incredible topics are covered that run from disturbing and thought-provoking to... More »

"Man of Steel" Official Trailer Released!

By Katya on April 17, 2013 7:25 PM | No Comments

ReelWorld Film Festival: A Decent Arrangement

By Sonya on April 10, 2013 1:03 PM | 1 Comment

What comes to mind when you think of arranged marriages? I remember having a chat with a friend about the customs that surround this sort of "courtship". I've always been fascinated with the idea and although so many people liken it to more of a business transaction, I'm learning that there have been successful marriages. But what happens when things go off course?A DECENT ARRANGEMENT is a contemporary comedic film about finding love and about culture. It follows the story of Ashok Khosla, an Indian-American copywriter who journeys to India seeking an arranged marriage. After he encounters an American woman... More »

Flight of the Butterflies

By Sonya on April 14, 2013 5:02 PM | No Comments

One of the most incredible migrations on earth has now been captured on film in the latest IMAX documentary adventure, FLIGHT OF THE BUTTERFLIES. This story is inspired by Canadian scientist, Dr. Fred Urquhart who spent his life dedicated to unravelling nature's mystery of the monarch butterflies. As a young boy,Urquhart was fascinated by butterflies and began his determination in finding where they all disappear to each Fall. The monarchs leave Canada to brave the elements and fly to a Mexican winter haven. In this film, audiences will discover an incredible sight of millions of live butterflies and their journey. For over... More »

Look At This Stuff, Isn't It Neat?

By Amanda on April 7, 2013 10:11 PM | 1 Comment

Our kids have been obsessed with the movie "Annie" lately and it's so adorable hearing them belt out, "Tomorrow! Tomorrow! I love ya, Tomorrow!" and "It's a hard knock life for us!" all the live-long day. There are just some childhood movies that stick with a kid, you know? I was thinking back to the films I adored as a kid and here is my list of top picks:1. The Parent Trap.The original with Hayley Mills. I love everything about this movie, especially all the pranks at camp. 2. Hook. I was borderline obsessed with this movie as a kid. I wanted... More »

Cinefranco Review: Mince Alors! (Big is Beautiful)

By Sonya on April 5, 2013 1:00 PM

The Cinefranco International French Film Festival has descended on Toronto and I've got my eye on a few titles as mentioned in my round up (link here: Cinefranco Film Festival Top Picks.)Another one of my picks...Mince Alors! (Big is Beautiful) is a light-hearted and entertaining film about defining beauty. Nina (Lola Dewaere) works at the same fashion design firm as her very handsome playboy husband Gaspard (Gregory Fitoussi). Being surrounded by models each and every day didn't really bother Nina until her husband gives her a gift of a getaway to Brides-les-Bains, a well-known weight loss spa in France. Nina, now... More »

Chatting up filmmaker Rob Stewart, REVOLUTION.

By Sonya on April 18, 2013 11:30 AM | 2 Comments

It's just past 11 o'clock in the morning and I've made my way to Cafe Diplomatico or "The Dip" we've often referred to. It's a main-stay along College Street where everyone from suits to moms with strollers and old timers like to hang out. It's one of those joints where you can just be yourself. Just chill. This morning I've arranged to meet up with award-winning filmmaker, Rob Stewart to chat about his latest documentary, REVOLUTION. You may recognize the Stewart from SHARKWATER. The film that rocked the Asian fishing industry off kilter and made many open their eyes about one of the... More »

Cinefranco Film Festival Top Picks

By Sonya on March 26, 2013 3:04 PM

Spring is in the air...and for some reason my mind is set on everything en francais - a culture that is passionate about everything they do. So, inspiring! And there's nothing better than to take in a few of the world's best films! CINEFRANCO is English Canada's largest international showcase in Francophone cinema and will take place in Toronto from April 5 to April 14, 2013. Films from Belgium, Canada, Egypt, France, Luxembourg, Morocco, and Switzerland will descend on the big screen in the city with 3 World Premieres, 7 North American Premieres, 13 English Canadian Premieres and 2 Toronto Premieres and... More »

The best children's films from around the world are coming! TIFFKids Film Festival!

By Sonya on March 12, 2013 9:32 AM | 1 Comment

One of my favourite film festivals in the city is the delightful TIFFKids International Film Festival (April 9 to 21) held in Toronto at the TIFF Bell Lightbox in the heart of the entertainment district. This annual event hosts some of the best films from around the world for the littlest movie lover in your life. Many screenings are world, North American, or Canadian premieres. Much like the massive TIFF International Film Festival in September, TIFFKids offers a unique opportunity to take the movie going experience further. In many cases, the producers and directors, and sometimes actors descend on the city... More »

Celebrating Canada's Screen Talent

By Katya on March 4, 2013 1:17 AM

Lost & Found

By Sonya on February 28, 2013 10:58 AM

In March 2011, we witnessed the devastation in Japan made from one of the world's worst tsunamis. Thousands lost lives or left homeless. Businesses and houses were washed away into the ocean. An unbelievable force of nature. The ocean waves have been carrying the debris across the waters and over to the shores of North America. Scientists, environmentalists and beachcombers were aware that this was going to happen and they waited. Over 25 million tonnes of debris been washed across the ocean to the west coast. Lost & Found is a touching documentary that is currently in production by Canadian filmmakers John... More »

Perfection: Jiro Dreams of Sushi

By Sonya on February 27, 2013 11:52 AM | 4 Comments

If you're a sushi lover you may be interested in the documentary Jiro Dreams of Sushi: Portraits of a Perfectionist. At almost 90 year old, Jiro Ono is a sushi chef with celebrity-like status who runs Sukiyabashi Jiro - a three-star Michelin rated restaurant in Japan. It's not a fancy restaurant. In fact, it's only a 10-seater located just a few steps at the Ginza Subway station. The documentary gives a very personal and deep understanding of one of the world's masters. A perfectionist that hold his standards so high that even his suppliers reserve him exclusive purchasing power for his tiny restaurant... More »

And the award for best Oscar Party Menu Goes to...

By Cayla on February 21, 2013 9:23 PM | 1 Comment

ME!This year marks the 5th anniversary of my annual Oscar party. Each year, my mommy friends come over in their sweats so we can plant ourselves in front of the TV for a good four hours and watch, and talk, and eat, and then watch, and talk, and eat some more. And each year, I create a menu that celebrates the nominees for best picture. As a foodie, this is by far my favourite culinary event of the year. It is the event that allows me to stretch my creative wings and achieve true Martha Stewart status. While I'm always proud... More »

Warm Bodies: Movie Girl's Debut Review!

By Kath on February 20, 2013 7:35 PM | 3 Comments

I'm pleased to welcome a guest blogger to Losing It this week: twelve year-old pop-culture addict, Movie Girl. She's bringing us her take on the newest instalment in the seemingly interminable string of zombie entertainment -- Warm Bodies.:) hai (thats how we greet each other nowadays) i figured it was time i did a review of a great movie. Warm Bodies its a mixture of zombie and rom-com. now how could anyone say no to that!!?the producers of the movie describe it this way: WARM BODIES is a funny new twist on a classic love story about a zombie and a... More »

Guess Who Wants to Play Lance Armstrong?

By Katya on January 24, 2013 3:43 PM

Oscar Nominations Announced!

By Katya on January 10, 2013 2:40 PM | 4 Comments

Holiday Movies I Watch Over and Over

By Katya on December 13, 2012 7:08 PM | 3 Comments

It's usually by second week of December, that I find myself reaching into my bookshelf for my favourite Christmas-themed DVDs. While I have many to choose from, I find there are five which I watch every year no matter what. Yes, there is It's a Wonderful Life and Miracle on 34th Street, but what I usually gravitate to is from 80's onwards. What's special to me about this list is that I never tire of seeing them. They either make me laugh or feel hopelessly romantic (or both!) and just make me feel pretty darned good! 1. Love Actually (2003) What more could you... More »

Golden Globe Nominations Announced - "Lincoln" Leads

By Katya on December 13, 2012 5:18 PM | 2 Comments

Party on the Red Carpet! The Twilight Saga: Breaking Dawn Part 2

By Sonya on November 8, 2012 8:56 AM

Calling all Twilight fans! Brush up on your Twilight trivia! We're official party ambassadors at the World Premiere of The Twilight Saga: Breaking Dawn Part 2. You don't want to miss this! If you're a fan of the TWILIGHT series you know that the final installment of The Twilight Saga comes to life on the big screen world-wide. BREAKING DAWN - PART 2 will be EPIC! In this finale, Bella (Kristen Stewart) awakens transformed and she's now not only a vampire but a mother! Edward (Robert Pattinson) delights in her beauty, speed, and uncommon self-control, the new Bella has never felt more... More »

Film Review - Wreck-It Ralph

By Katya on November 2, 2012 8:16 PM

Poor Ralph (John C. Reilly). He's tired of doing the same old job for decades and who can blame him? Wreck-It Ralph is the massive bad guy in a popular video game. He destroys buildings with his huge hands while the hero Fix-It Felix (Jack McBrayer) comes to the rescue and, you guessed it, fixes the mess and gets all the glory. Friendless and unloved, Wreck-It Ralph decides to escape his game in search of a better world where he can also prove he can be a good guy. He goes on a game-hopping journey from one game to another and meets a colourful cast of... More »

Ekran - Toronto Polish Film Festival

By Katya on October 25, 2012 10:55 PM

If I were to ask you to name a Polish director, you'd probably say Roman Polanski. Or you may name my favourite - the late Krzysztof Kieslowski. Andrzej Wajda or Anieszka Holland might also come to mind. But what about emerging young talent? That may be a tricky one. Poland continues to produce other talented directors and you've got a chance to discover their works for yourself at Ekran - Toronto Polish Film Festival. The Venue Toronto's historic Revue Cinema (at 400 Roncensvalles Ave.) is the primary location for viewing the films. Over 3,000 filmgoers are expected to attend during the run of... More »

Film Review - ARGO

By Katya on October 23, 2012 4:38 PM | 1 Comment

Imagine that six US diplomats have taken refuge in a Canadian embassy during an Iranian Revolution in 1979. The revolutionaries haven't discovered them - yet. U.S.- Iranian relations are at a breaking point. You are a CIA rescue specialist and you have a couple of days to get them out before they are discovered. What do you do? Here's an idea: Pretend to be a Canadian film producer. Go into Iran and try to get the six out by posing them as a film crew scouting locations for a fictitious film called "ARGO". Then, try to sell it to your... More »

Reel Asian Film Festival: What to see & do!

By Sonya on November 5, 2012 10:11 PM

Grab your popcorn! It's time for the 16th edition of the Reel Asian Film Festival! Founded in 1997, the Reel Asian Film Festival began as a 3-day event to meet the growing desires for films in the Asian community in Toronto. Since then, the festival has grown to a 10-day annual event with over 10,000 people in attendance. This year the festival will present 60 films and videos from 14 countries including Canada, China, France, Hong Kong, Indonesia, Kashmir, Japan, Malaysia, Singapore, South Korea, Spain, Taiwan, Thailand and the United States.The festival combines programming that reflects Canada's cultural diversity through... More »

Film Review: Frankenweenie

By Katya on October 18, 2012 12:35 AM

Much to the chagrin of his father (Martin Short), young Victor Frankenstein (Charlie Tahan) is not a sporty kid. He's a bookish ten year-old who rides around the town of New Holland on his bike. He prefers to spend his time making stop action movies which he screens for his family. His best friend is his dog, Sparky. But Victor is a bright kid and he enjoys his imaginative world. One day however, his world is shaken when Sparky gets killed in an accident. Victor is distraught. Unable to accept the loss of his beloved pet, he finds hope and... More »

Film Review - Hotel Transylvania

By Katya on October 11, 2012 10:06 PM | 1 Comment

Count Dracula (voiced by Adam Sandler) is a successful businessman with a problem. He's a popular owner of a high-end hotel for monsters. His Hotel Transylvania offers a reprieve for monsters of all kinds from us pesky humans. The Count's daughter Mavis (voiced by Selena Gomez) is about to turn the human equivalent of 18 and she's dying to set foot outside the hotel walls to see what the real world is like. And herein lies the problem. As her birthday party approaches, a human teenager named Jonathan (voiced by Andy Sandberg) wanders into the hotel and she falls for him, leaving poor Count Dracula... More »

TIFF Film Review: Silver Linings Playbook

By Katya on September 18, 2012 1:00 AM | 3 Comments

I saw this movie with hundreds of others, packed into the Winter Garden Theatre during TIFF. When the film's director David O. Russell (The Fighter) came to the podium, he delivered what was probably the shortest intro I've heard at TIFF. "I'd rather not set expectations or talk too much about the film. Just watch it and see what you think." Then all went dark and we all spent most of the two hours laughing and loving this movie. And we were not alone, because yesterday, TIFF announced that Silver Linings Playbook won The BlackBerry People's Choice Award, beating out... More »

Kristen Stewart's First Post-Scandal Appearance - at TIFF!

By Katya on September 7, 2012 6:22 PM

TIFF'12 kicked off yesterday for 10 days of screening great films from all over the world. But the big celeb news of the day was the first public appearance of Kristen Stewart (22) since "the cheating scandal." Stewart has been a virtual recluse since July after her scandal-clad split with Robert Pattinson. She emerged from hiding yesterday in a big way by hitting the red carpet at TIFF. By many accounts the appearance was a hit. She looked great, signed autographs from supportive fans and spoke with journalist (although only about the movie). Check her out on the red carpet at US Weekly. She was... More »

TIFF Film Review: The Perks of Being a Wallflower

By Katya on September 14, 2012 8:32 PM

I'll start with two confessions. One: I have a serious soft spot for teenage angst films. Two: I have not read The Perks of Being a Wallflower, the 1999 book written by screenwriter and director Stephen Chbosky - but heard great things. So I when I attended a press screening of the film adaptation of the book at TIFF12, I was optimistic. The Perks of Being a Wallflower had its world premiere at TIFF and was directed by Chbosky, who also adapted his book into the screenplay. The film is set in the early '90s and is narrated by a... More »

Guess Who's Coming to TIFF

By Katya on August 21, 2012 1:05 PM | 2 Comments

The stars are definitely aligning for TIFF12! The festival is presenting 372 films in total (289 feature-length and 83 short films) so it's no surprise that the number of internatonal stars and filmmakers set to hit Toronto's red carpet is mighty impressive. Sadly, "my famous husband" (aka George Clooney) will not attend TIFF this year, but I did find plenty of other celebs to get excited about. And so will you. Eva Mendes and boyfriend Ryan Gosling are rumoured to hit the red carpet together for the first time. Spanish husband-wife actors Penelope Cruz and Javier Bardem will be here.... More »

Host your own film fest themed party & A TIFF giveaway!

By Sonya on August 27, 2012 4:30 PM | 121 Comments

The red carpets getting ready and so are we! See the shot of me chatting away with Alexander Skarsgard at a TIFF party last year? Yep, insert silly big grin and school girl squeals here.The celebrities, the industry movers & shakers, paparazzi, and film lovers are all buzzing in preparation for this year's THE TORONTO INTERNATIONAL FILM FESTIVAL (TIFF) set to take place from September 6 to 16. So, to get "into the spirit" of the festival why not host your own TIFF REV UP PARTY! And check out the awesome prize we're giving away from WOLF BLASS WINES see below. Here are some ideas on... More »

DiCaprio's "Great Gatsby" release date delayed

By Katya on August 6, 2012 5:22 PM

Is there anyone out there who has not read "The Great Gatsby"? If we didn't read it on our own, we were introduced to the book in English class. I loved this book so of course, I'm excited to see the upcoming movie (and 3D version). This eagerly-anticipated version is directed by Baz Luhrmann (of Moulin Rouge fame). Luhrman's "The Great Gatsby" stars Leonardo DiCaprio as Jay Gatsby, Carey Mulligan as Daisy Buchanan and Tobey Maguire at Nick Carraway. It was set to be released on December 25th, clearly timed for consideration at this year's Academy Awards. Well, in surprising turn... More »

TIFF - Documentary line-up announced

By Katya on July 31, 2012 5:49 PM | 1 Comment

The Toronto International Film Festival today announced the list of documentaries they'll screen in September. TIFF always has a fascinating array of documentaries - no matter what your interests. It's worth checking out, especially since you may not get a chance to see some of these movies anywhere else.This year's line-up is filled with discoveries, controversies and revelations. The topics covered in the documentaries this year are varied - everything from issues in the Middle East to disco dancers. There are also many world premieres. So while we've got many good movies to choose from, here at Gossip Dish I've... More »

What's coming to TIFF12 & suitable for KIDS!

By Sonya on August 2, 2012 10:29 AM

The 37th annual Toronto International Film Festival just announced some great World Premieres and North American Premieres that will appeal to families! Yes, the 10 day film festival isn't just for adults and party goers! Hotel Transylvania (USA, World Premiere) is on our radar as one to watch. It's Dracula's lavish five-stake resort, where monsters and their families can live it up, free to be the monsters they are without humans to bother them. On on especial weekend, Dracula has invited some of the world's most famous monsters - Frankenstein and his wife, the Mummy, the Invisible Man, a family of werewolves, and... More »

The People Behind the Movie Scenes & Palooza 8

By Sonya on August 9, 2012 1:57 PM

We all enjoy a night out checking out the latest movies on the big screens, right? What we don't often think about are the people behind the scenes..behind the actors, directors and producers. It's not always about the glitz and the glamour. Canada is filled with talented industry people who literally go from job to hopefully job. It's a competitive industry. I have family members who are in the film and television industry who are involved in continuity, directing assisting, editing, best... More »

Are Strip Joints as Magic as Mike??

By Sara on July 26, 2012 8:58 AM | 7 Comments

So. I saw Magic Mike. Yes. I did. Have you? Let me say one thing. That boy can dance. Holy CRAP. If he looked like Napoleon Dynamite and could dance like that, I think he'd still be hot. Wow.As I was driving home after, it made me think of my first 'experience' at the male rippers. It was my sister's stagette, so I think I was maybe 16? I was a late bloomer so I had never seen a peanut (Will's term) close up before. One of them singled me out - he was called The Entertainer. He did NOT... More »

TIFF 2012 - Galas & Gearing Up!

By Sonya on July 25, 2012 1:00 PM | 2 Comments

The Toronto International Film Festival 2012 (TIFF) is gearing up with yesterday's exciting announcements of the Galas & Special Presentations. There will be 17 Galas and 45 Special Presentations, including 38 world premieres. Many other films from around the world will also be included at 37th annual film festival and MORE announcements will be coming out in the coming weeks. What is TIFF? It's an internationally attended festival that brings together producers, directors, industry insiders, celebrities, media and of course, movie lovers. I think it could very well be it's own season wedged in between Summer and Fall. It's an insane few weeks of... More »

Hot Docs: Adopted ID looks at inter-racial dynamics

By Sonya on July 20, 2012 7:45 AM | 2 Comments

There is no shortage of films to enjoy in Toronto, it's a cultural advantage to living in a big city. Aside from the blockbusters splashed across every major theatre, there are some very interesting films that are also well attended. Housed in the Bloor West Annex area, the Bloor Cinema showcases HOT DOCS - some of the most thought provoking, inspiring and sometimes controversial documentary films from around the world. Last night we were invited to the North American Premiere of the Canadian documentary ADOPTED ID by filmmaker Sonia Godding Togobos. The story follows Judith Craig, a Haitian born woman (as an... More »

Wes Anderson rules "Moonrise Kingdom"

By Katya on July 19, 2012 4:15 PM | 3 Comments

Remember the time you first fell in love? When you thought adults were dumb, you may have had trouble fitting in and the only person who "got you" was your first love? It was you against the world and all you wanted to do was be with the object of your love, all the time. Wes Anderson's Moonrise Kingdom takes us back to that time. Set on an island off the coast of New England in the summer of 1965, it tells the story of Sam (Jared Gilman), a 12-year old cub-scout and Suzy (Kara Hayward), the girl he loves. Both feel like... More »

INTO THE CAVES!

By Chantel on July 8, 2012 10:19 PM | 2 Comments

I feel so guilty, but very lucky and very spoiled. Early this morning I kissed my children good-bye, left my house, picked up my son Sebastian from his friend's house, and drove 3 hours to a place called Grieg's Caves, located in the Bruce Peninsula. One child. How weird is that? VERY!First of all the ride was so quiet! Sebastian slept for a while and played with his Ipod. There was no arguing, no whining, no asking for bathroom breaks every ten minutes, no exploding diapers to stink up the car, and no children throwing things at each other (or... More »

Will she or won't she "Take this Waltz"?

By Katya on July 4, 2012 7:35 AM | 1 Comment

"I'm afraid of being afraid. I don't like in-between things." says Margot (Michelle Williams) at the beginning of Take This Waltz, a movie written and directed by Sarah Polley.Unfortunately for the married Margot, she finds herself right in between things as she meets Daniel (Luke Kirby) on a plane and their connection is instant.At 28, Margot writes travel brochures and has been happily married to Lou (Seth Rogen) for five years. Lou is a big teddy bear who spends his days cooking chicken. Only chicken, because he's working on a cookbook about how to cook - you guessed it -... More »

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Rhythm...beats like your heart!

By Sonya on May 15, 2013 12:03 PM | No Comments

Have you ever taken your kids to the symphony? The Toronto Symphony Orchestra caters to families with their amazing Young People's Concerts created to promote music in an entertaining way for the little folks with a bit of education thrown in. As an adult, I must say that it's a great break from the hustle and bustle of everyday life. It's been particularly busy these past few weeks so the thought of an afternoon with my sister and her 6 year old daughter was bliss!The most recent concert, EMILY SAVES THE ORCHESTRA, incorporated the talented actors and dancers from the Platypus... More »

Is Your Kid "The Next Star"? Getting Kids Into the Music Industry

By Katya on April 19, 2013 2:35 AM | No Comments

Do you think your child is the next Miley Cyrus or Justin Bieber? Would you like a chance to help them break into the music industry but also make sure they stay grounded? Well, your child has a shot at stardom when YTV's hit series The Next Star travels across Canada in search of the next pop sensation. Similar to American Idol, but for kids 15 and under, the singing competition show is back for its sixth season with returning judges Keshia Chanté, Tara Oram and Mark Spicoluk. Auditions start on April 20th in Montreal and end on May 19th in Toronto.... More »

Dance Like Nobody's Watching

By Tracey on March 20, 2013 3:15 PM | 2 Comments

There's a series of these videos out in the internets... Dance Like Nobody's Watching.I find some of them rather cute and bold and charming, but this one in particular came to me through the usual social media portals, and I really love this one. I think it's because this girl's spirit and dance style reminds me SO MUCH of how my kids and I have been prancing around lately. (We're like an iPod commercial up in here these days...) I mean, if it can't be this awesome song, then it might as well be "Telephone" by The Black Angels. Gosh,... More »

Oh, Do You Know The Lumineers?

By Tracey on January 23, 2013 3:00 PM | 1 Comment

I caught a performance by The Lumineers on Saturday Night Live this weekend, since I record that show, and I've found myself watching it again and again since then. I'm sure nerves played with their voices a little bit, but they really looked like they were having the time of their lives that night. It makes me smile.Says Wikipedia, some of the band members hailed from New York, but relocated to Denver, Colorado in order to make ends meet in a less expensive city... that takes some balls, I reckon. The two gent met the lady with the cello, and... More »

The Marc Joseph Band heats up centre stage!

By Sonya on August 6, 2012 10:00 AM

Canada is rockin' with talent!! Like most big cities around the world, we get our fair share of hard working musicians who work their asses off to get on the airways. The Marc Joseph Band has been hitting the Canadian scene for the past four years. Working every stage imaginable to cut their teeth. They've been a popular cover band for the most part with a solid and growing fan base. Now they are making the leap with their first original EP. We were recently invited to their launch party at Toronto's Hard Rock Cafe. Along with a few noted media types... More »

AMEX Unstaged - USHER experience

By Sonya on June 12, 2012 3:15 PM | 1 Comment

Last night American Express Unstaged presented Usher in concert for Cardmembers only (insert huge squeals from me!) The actual concert was held at Hammersmith Apollo, London (England) and live-streamed globally. This event was part of American Express' unique lifestyle experiences showcasing music industry favourites at venues from around the world. It also incorporates some of today's most influential film makers to direct the live-streams. The Usher event was directed by Hamish Hamilton. Social and digital media connected with online audiences to the live show as well. With the Usher experience the public was invited to go online and create their own... More »

Tell Me, What's YOUR Favourite Colour?

By Tracey on June 1, 2012 2:00 PM | 6 Comments

Yesterday I sat on the couch with Ava Scarlett flipping through picture books with her, when Favourite Colour came on. She like this song a lot, the hip little girl does. So does her mum. (There's no real video to watch... just ear candy.)Me: *sidelong glance* What's your favourite colour, miss?She: *without missing a beat* Pink. And yellow.Me: Yellow, too? Hmmmm!She: And orange.Me: Yes.She: And green. And greenish-blue.Me: Ummm...She: Oh, and puuuuurple. *eyes roll upwards* I just love purple. And blue. Like, light blue.Me: Wait...She: And navy blue.Me: Hey!She: And red. I just looooove red... *swoons*Me: Ava Scarlett!! *put hand... More »

New Tune Tuesday - Tallest Man On Earth - 1904

By Sara on May 29, 2012 8:49 AM | 1 Comment

I'm a massive Bob Dylan fan. I think with Dylan you either love him or hate him. There's not a ton of - 'meh, I could take him or leave him.' Well if Dylan is a bit too much for you - if you struggle to understand what the hell he's saying, but you like the relaxing feel of his music, I have the guy for you.The Tallest Man on Earth. His new album is out June 12th (and if you're in TO and want to join me, I'll be checking him out at the Queen Elizabeth Theatre June 15h... More »

New Tune Tuesday - John Mayer - Shadow Days

By Sara on May 22, 2012 12:46 PM | 4 Comments

He's baaaaaaack. After time away from the 'scene', (remember his Playboy interview and insane tweets?), John Mayer is back with a new release - Shadow Days - that came out today.Granted, he's looking a little too much like Johnny Depp for my liking (and god KNOWS I love the dirty, hairy musicians...) but he sounds amazing. Try listening to the song without watching the video. I find if you watch it you're waiting for him to bust into a Edward Scissorhands/Jack Sparrow impersonation. Let's hope he just sticks to the music and doesn't go all John Mayer on us again.... More »

New Tune Tuesday - Jack White - Blunderbuss

By Sara on May 8, 2012 8:12 AM | 2 Comments

New Tune Tuesday - Alabama Shakes - Hold On

By Sara on May 1, 2012 8:00 AM | 4 Comments

RIP Dick Clark....

By Sara on April 18, 2012 8:51 PM | 3 Comments

The Voice vs Idol

By Sara on March 21, 2012 12:47 PM | 2 Comments

Since I wrote that I haven't been watching much TV, I'm a bit back on the wagon. I'll admit it - the talent on American Idol this year has sucked me in. Wednesday night, the callous on my finger gets built up splitting between Idol and Survivor/Criminal Minds. Of course I love Philip Phillips - please he's like a mini-Dave Matthews - made for me. Then there's...Jessica Sanchez. She sang Whitney. Right after Whitney died. I rolled my eyes. Then I watched - it's incredible. But people keep telling me - no Sara, no... You have to watch The Voice.... More »

Simple Song

By Tracey on March 16, 2012 10:00 AM | 5 Comments

I really love The Shins.There's a scene from the 2004 movie Garden State, where Natalie Portman's character Sam, and Zach Braff's Andrew Largeman meet in a clinic's waiting room. At one point, she holds out her earphones and says, "You gotta hear this one song, it'll change your life, I swear..." The song was New Slang. I've loved this band ever since.I can't call myself a die-hard fan, but every single song I've ever heard by them makes me feel good, and pensive, and romantic, and torn, and... wonderful. I hear their songs often during the day, on the adult... More »

Grammy LETDOWN!

By Sara on February 13, 2012 7:28 AM | 13 Comments

Well, last night was the 54th Annual Grammy Awards and to be blunt and well...morbid...they're lucky that certain people died right before the show and in the year leading up to it.Obviously the not so surprising death of Whitney Houston on the eve of the Grammy Awards lent a sadness over the show but honestly, this was hands down the worst Grammy's in years. Dullsville on a performance and fashion sense.The performance highlights for me were the ones in honour of Etta James, Don Cornelius and of course Whitney. There were some really odd 'eff you' performances. Taylor Swift did... More »

The Grammy's Are Coming!

By Sara on February 10, 2012 1:18 PM | 3 Comments

Sing It With Me...

By Tracey on December 31, 2011 4:00 PM | 1 Comment

I just had to share this little ditty flying around the net lately, since everyone knows and loves this song, and I think just about everyone loves this girl, too. Zooey Deschanel is on fire lately - she gets props for her quirkiness more and more all the time... let's hope her ever-growing popularity won't mainstream the funk out of her. (Plus Joseph Gordon-Levitt is such a cutie...)No matter what you're up to this evening, whether you plan to ring in the new year with a loud bang at midnight, or be more likely to be fast asleep before 11 PM,... More »

Can You Guess the Carol?

By Racheal on December 23, 2011 11:00 AM | 2 Comments

I'm taking a little time off for the holidays (at least until the opening of American Idiot on the 29th.) But I thought I'd leave you with something fun. I love Christmas Quizzes and here's one of our family's favourites, Guess The Carol:1. Move hitherward the entire assembly of those loyal in their belief 2. Embellish interior passageways 3. Vertically challenged adolescent percussionist 4. First person singular experiencing an hallucinatory phenomenon of a Natal celebration devoid of color. 5. Soundless nocturnal period 6. The Yuletide occurrence preceding all others 7. Precious metal musical devices 8. Omnipotent supreme being elicit respite to ecstatic distinguished males 9. Caribou with vermilion olfactory appendage... More »

AMEX COLDPLAY UNSTAGED...and Michael Fazio dishes in Concierge Confidential

By Sonya on October 27, 2011 6:15 PM | 2 Comments

When the invitation came through to our office we squealed with excitement! An EXCLUSIVE evening hosted by American Express and Michael Fazio, Concierge extraordinaire from NYC no less, at the very cool Thompson Hotel in Toronto (extra squeals when we spotted the most adorable baby, with his parents, in the lobby decked out in a baby lumber jacket). We didn't know just how exclusive it was until the PR pros told us only 30 people were on the tight guest list. Ok..now we're talking! 30 of the MOST INFLUENTIAL SOCIAL MEDIA bloggers to be exact. Of course UrbanMoms.ca is ON... More »

Something About You

By Tracey on September 26, 2011 12:00 PM | 3 Comments

My sister and I were discussing Level 42 the other night. (This is what sisters when they visit each other, over wine and fancy nibbles late into the night, you know.)Anyway, we contemplated one of their most popular songs, Something About You, which is one I listen to with a vague, nostalgic happiness... I was never a massive fan of Level 42 (I mean, was anyone, really?) but this song always had an easiness about it I liked a lot.It was a pretty big hit back in the day, but it wasn't played to the point of saturation. There was so... More »

30 Seconds with... The Musicians

By Racheal on September 22, 2011 8:52 AM | 1 Comment

Back on the carpet I started wondering: with 3 very different musical groups, and 3 vastly different musical styles, how different would their answers be to the same question, "what advice do you have for new performers?" The sultry Latina singer Amanda Martinez went first. "I would say that you have to go for it and really believe in yourself. And really I think that there are so many opportunities that you have to be open to them and take whatever moment you can. "Social media today really gives artists an opportunity to put themselves out there without having to... More »

Wiggly Party!

By Christine on July 25, 2011 10:30 AM | 4 Comments

Well...it finally happened.After 6 years of dvd's, books, plush toys, figurines, websites and cd's it happened.Cuyler finally saw The Wiggles. Live.All thanks to Sara/DIY. A few weeks ago she emailed me letting me know she had 2 extra tickets to The Wiggles and wondered if I would like to take Cuy. WOULD I? Hell yes.My boy has been a fan since he was 2.*note The Big Red Car that he slept with clutched in his handAnd I really didn't mind them. I would take them any day over Barney or Big Comfy Couch...Their tunes were catchy, there was a variety... More »

It Was a Wiggly Party!!!

By Sara on July 7, 2011 8:32 PM | 1 Comment

Once upon a time there was a boy who was obsessed with The Wiggles. It followed his well documented obsessions with Bear In The Big Blue House and Sesame Street. Then The Wiggles were replaced with Toy Story and Monsters Inc. Nine years into these obsessions, along came another boy. He pilaged through his cousins room and found some old dvds. A new Wiggles obsession was born. Now the first boy wasn't too interested in anything this new one brought to the table BUT he was reminded how much he loved The Wiggles. And a common ground was found. The don't agree on much but they can take... More »

FotoFriday - By the fire

By Christine on July 1, 2011 10:30 AM | 4 Comments

Remember when your clothes only smelled like campfire when you were camping? Now I smell campfire every night that I have my windows open. Which...is every night. This was taken at 1am last night (this morning, I guess). This is how most of our summer nights will be spent. Happy Summer everyone! (and Happy Canada Day!)... More »

This Song Reminds Me Of Thursdays...FAMILY EDITION

By Sara on April 14, 2011 3:56 PM | 6 Comments

It's been a true family affair this week around our household. Everyone is pitching in to help look after the Boy and I. My sister flew in from Texas on Saturday because my other sister was going out of town on business for a few days. My brother, who also happens to work at my office, has been driving me home at night. It's plus-plus-plus all around for Will - he is getting to see more of his Aunt and Uncle than usual - and I hope they're enjoying that aspect too! I also see it as proof positive to... More »

This Song Reminds Me Of Thursdays...ROAD TRIP!

By Sara on February 3, 2011 10:31 AM | 11 Comments

I was driving to work today and Q107 in Toronto was playing American Pie and talking about how it was 52 years ago today that Buddy Holly died in a plane crash. Sidenote - They also noted that a young Waylon Jennings was on the tour and when Buddy heard he was on the bus, he said 'i hope the heater breaks' to which Waylon replied, 'I hope your plane crashes.' Try living with that your whole life! No wonder he drank so much!Buddy Holly was the music of our family road trips. Buddy and Johnny Cash. My parents, four... More »

This Song Reminds Me Of Thursday's - The Eels!

By Sara on January 13, 2011 8:38 AM | 3 Comments

So my sister offered to take Will for a bit so I could go away on a little vacation. Yes, I know, she's awesome. My initial response was no. My mood of late doesn't have to do with needing a break from Will but more about needing to learn how to live with him. I also said I couldn't afford it - then I started thinking - can I afford not to? The problem is going to an all inclusive by yourself - you have to pay so much extra....so anyone want to come to Cuba with me for 5... More »

This Song Reminds Me Of Thursdays - Christmas!

By Sara on December 23, 2010 10:05 AM | 2 Comments

As you read this...Will and I are on a plane to the Lonestar State to spend Christmas with my sister and her family. I hope all of you have an amazing holiday and that Santa brings you everything that you asked for! If he brings me what I asked for....I'll be spending Christmas being fed grapes by James Franco before I retire to my new mansion on the beach where John Cusack will be waiting to give me a massage before I sleep uninterrupted for two weeks.So I leave you to start celebrating with a man with the worst teeth... More »

This Song Reminds Me Of Thursdays - Pearl Jam!

By Sara on December 14, 2010 4:01 PM | 8 Comments

I'm two days early - but I'm sitting at my desk listening to my favourite radio station, WCLZ in Portland, Maine (I found it when I was on my therapy trip a few years ago) and a song came on and I had to share the story..because I love it.The Song? Elderly Woman Behind The Counter in a Small Town by Pearl Jam. My boyfriend at the time and I drove to Killington, Vermont one year on a ski trip. On the way down we stopped at this side of the road motel because there was a good looking pub... More »

This Song Reminds Me of Thursdays.....WATCHING THE WHEELS

By Sara on December 8, 2010 8:05 AM | 1 Comment

Yes...I know it's Wednesday...but if you haven't turned a tv or a radio on today, let me tell you...it was thirty years ago today that John Lennon was shot outside the Dakota, so I figure I can bend the rules this week. I think there are three people who everyone says 'Where were you when you heard...died?' JFK, Lady Di and John Lennon. Listening to Q107 in Toronto today on the way in, I was flooded with different memories. I vividly remember the day after he was shot. My fourth grade teacher at Masonville Public School in London, Mrs. Appleton, was a... More »

My friend's a SuperMom! She drove all night for Bieber...

By Amreen on November 26, 2010 4:03 PM | 5 Comments

What did she do? She packed up the family and drove all night to bring her girls to Toronto! She made their dreams come true when she took them to see JB live in concert, and gave them an amazing childhood memory that will last a lifetime. More »

This Song Reminds Me of Thursdays.....SIMPLY JESSY

By Sara on November 25, 2010 11:42 AM | 7 Comments

**If there are typos in here, this is due to the fact that I'm peeing my pants laughing at a number of things in the video that I'm about to show you....** This week, both Ali and Sarah have talked about their love for the NKOTB and BSB and other random boy bands with initials for names. Now, I'm slightly older and all these entries made me think of my pre-teen crushes. Namely - Leif Garrett....and sigh....Rex Smith. If you're of my generation - you watched Sooner or Later...the totally inappropriate movie about the young girl, wanting guitar lessons, instructor... More »

This Song Reminds Me of Thursdays.....LOVER YOU SHOULD HAVE COME OVER

By Sara on November 19, 2010 8:10 AM | 5 Comments

So I'm a day late here....but I missed last weeks Thursday tune and I didn't want to do it a second time!!!! Jeff Buckley? Know him? If you're saying no right now...I bet you do. Hallelujah....no he didn't write it but neither did kd lang or the 800 American Idols who cover it. Jeff Buckley covered the Leonard Cohen classic best (in my and many others opinions). But lots of people stop there - and there is way more to Jeff Buckley than that song. This week would have been his 44th birthday so he's been on my mind and... More »

This Song Reminds Me of Thursdays.....KARMA CHAMELEON

By Sara on November 4, 2010 7:56 AM | 5 Comments

I'm going to continue on with the Mom theme this week...but I want to lighten it up! So this week's song is the one that truly reminds me of her. She loved her some Boy George (as well as Zamfir, Michael Burgess and Jesse Winchester among others - yes, I see where my eclectic taste in music comes from!). If you asked me to describe my mom, I would say she was traditional but open minded. This combination led to some hilarious conversations over the years. I remember her asking me about my girlfriend who was on to her second serious... More »

This Song Reminds Me of Thursdays.....GIN AND JUICE

By Sara on October 28, 2010 8:16 AM | 6 Comments

I'm a drunk dancer. If I'm sober - there is no WAY you'd get me on the dance floor - except for slow dancing. I looove to slow dance. If I could go through my life slow dancing through every day, I'd do it. But getting down and boogey'ing...have to be loaded. Unless I'm with Will...who wants to dance all the time. He has a new bestie in Leo Sayer...who of course duets with the Wiggles...why not! Prepare to be pained... Now...my dancing tune? Don't we all have one? You know that one song that you hear and you... More »

This Song Reminds Me of Thursdays.....YOUR FIRST??

By Sara on October 21, 2010 8:33 AM | 22 Comments

Hmmmm. Think back. Do you remember your first? Mine was older. He was the shizz in high school. He was pretty hot - okay very hot. And he was slightly mysterious. And he was a horrible singer. His name...John Travolta. Yup - my first 45 ever purchased with my own cash, was John Travolta's Let Her In. If your ears will allow, take a listen. Wait? What did you think I was talking about??? I don't know if my true first was a bad singer or not...he's still my Facebook friend...maybe I should ask! So....share please. What was... More »

This Song Reminds Me of Thursdays.....NYC!!

By Sara on October 14, 2010 3:36 PM | 2 Comments

So I'm off tomorrow to New York City for the weekend. It's my friend Mike's 40th birthday and after the 'lost weekend' in August, I was needing something to look forward to. When my buddy's wife called and said 'book a ticket, get down here,' I did. Even though my kid and I will be eating Mr. Noodle for the next month. I, like many others, have a massive love affair with NYC. I was late to come to the party though. I always figured that with my claustrophobia it would kill me. The first time I went was maybe... More »

This Song Reminds Me of Thursdays.....POUR SOME SUGAR ON ME!

By Sara on October 7, 2010 9:01 AM | 7 Comments

I've written this entry in my head over the last couple days in the car. This is how I blog. But then this morning I heard something on the news, and while the song remains the same, I'm taking a different spin on it. Def Leppard - Hysteria. The first CD I ever bought!!! I remember trucking off to university with my new CD player (how advanced!!) and a couple of new discs. Hysteria, Apetite for Destruction and Bob Dylan's Greatest Hits. Those were them but Hysteria was number one! My roommate Cath and I became the unofficial party headquarters... More »

This Song Reminds Me of Thursdays.....FREE FALLING

By Sara on September 30, 2010 9:27 AM | 5 Comments

I realize that I rarely write about my dad. Frankly, you could think I was an orphan if you didn't know me! So let me state for the record - I have an awesome dad. Growing up I always thought I was SO much like my mother but no, while I do have some of her traits, I am fully and totally my dad. The one big thing we share is our wanderlust. My first taste of travelling was going to Scotland and England with my parents. To this day, 25 years later, my dad and I get downright giddy... More »

This Song Reminds Me of Thursdays.....YOU ARE THE BEST THING

By Sara on September 23, 2010 12:34 PM | 13 Comments

I have a very strong pull to the singer songwriter types. Yes, those who know me will claim it's because they look like jesus and appear to not have not eaten or bathed in the last few months. I rarely date that type of guy but I can conjure elaborate fantasies of us travelling on a bus through Arizona, living on music, cheap beer and.... okay I'm back - sorry got lost there. ANYWAY. My trio of current faves are Josh Ritter (for his boyish charm and talent); Ryan Adams (for his eff you attitude and hypnotic tunes) and Ray Lamontagne... More »

This Song Reminds Me of Thursdays.....RED RAIN

By Sara on September 16, 2010 10:54 AM | 6 Comments

Ah young love. Remember your first love? I don't necessarily mean your first full out serious romance (although I guess for many they are one in the same) but I mean that first, sweet...'oh my god is he going to hold my hand', type of deal. For me it was summer of Grade 11 (or maybe 12...it was looong time ago). I mentioned him in my post about fighting your insecurities, and even though he ditched me promptly when his ex returned in the picture, I have nothing but really sweet memories about the whole thing. And this song, it... More »

This Song Reminds Me of Thursdays.....FAKE PLASTIC TREES

By Sara on September 9, 2010 12:50 PM | 6 Comments

Week 2 of the Song Reminds of series...and let's take a trip overseas...both with the song and the memory for me. This week - it's the Radiohead classic - Fake Plastic Trees *how about a version when they're on Conan...before the whole Jay fiasco* I first heard Radiohead when I went backpacking in Greece 1997. I remember the year because I was at an insane backpackers on Corfu when we found out that Lady Di had been killed in a car accident. I was way too old to be staying there...so while the younguns played some naked volleyball and... More »

This Song Reminds Me of Thursdays.....HOLD ME NOW

By Sara on September 2, 2010 8:01 AM | 7 Comments

I was thinking about Wordless Wednesdays and Follow Fridays on Twitter...and I know I do the Random Friday WTFs here (which tend to come on Wednesday)...are you following me here... I loooove music. I work for a radio company so it's around me all day. At home, we have music on constantly and even though there is a frig of a lot of Wiggles, Will also appreciates my music. When he was signing...we were listening to Led Zeppelin in the car and it ended and he started signing for more! Good BOY! So this morning I heard Hold Me Now... More »

It's almost 2010...which means we are entering a new decade...

December 28, 2009 6:59 PM | 2 Comments

...which means we need to look back at the PAST decade...Today we will be discussing my favorite albums of the 2000s...1. Radiohead, Kid A, 20002. Arcade Fire, Funeral 20043. Band of Horses, Everything all the Time, 20064. Vampire Weekend, Vampire Weekend, 20085. Sufjan Stevens, Illinois, 20056. Fleet Foxes, Fleet Foxes, 20087. Broken Social Scene, You Forgot It In People, 20028. Pedro the Lion, Control, 20029. Bon Iver, For Emma, Forever Ago, 200810. Damien Rice, O, 2003honorable mention goes to:The Avett Brothers, I and Love and You, 2009I have to admit, this was REALLY hard to come up with. REALLY hard.... More »

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