Tuesday, January 31, 2012

DO CANADIANS KNOW THEIR NUMBER? Free cholesterol testing comes to Canada

Know Your Number, Know Your Risk A survey conducted by Becel® found that almost 70 per cent of Canadians – about 20 million people – don’t know their own cholesterol number . Yet it’s estimated that as many as 10 million Canadian adults have a cholesterol level that is higher than the recommended target .

“Knowing their cholesterol number is one easy step that all Canadians can take to help reduce their risk of heart disease and stroke, since high blood cholesterol is a key risk factor for the disease,” said Maria Ricupero, registered dietitian. “In fact, women can proactively reduce their risk for heart disease and stroke by as much as 80 per cent by making lifestyle changes and taking action to improve their health.”


To help address this issue, Becel®, in its role as founding sponsor of the Heart and Stroke Foundation’s The Heart Truth™ campaign, is offering free cholesterol screening tests at eight malls and in more than 200 stores across the country during the month of February. Visit  http://www.becel.ca/  for more information about testing locations and to learn more about heart healthy living, or speak with a doctor about getting a cholesterol test.

Monday, January 30, 2012

Take control of dry, frizzy hair!


With the Dove® Nourishing Oil Care collection
Smooth away up to 100% of frizz with the Dove Nourishing Oil Care Collection*

Women suffering from frizz describe their hair as dry and unmanageable. For beautifully smooth, shiny hair, Dove has developed the Nourishing Oil Care collection.

The Dove Nourishing Oil Care collection uses Weightless-Nutri Oils, now with Argan Oil, to smooth away up to 100% of frizz.* For additional nourishment, Dovehas added the new Anti-Frizz Serum to the collection.

The Weightless-Nutri Oils are a blend of precious Argan Oil from Morocco and naturally sourced Almond Oils that promote rapid absorption without any residue. Turn dry, unpredictable hair into hair that's amazingly smooth and shiny.

It's time for Dove to help Canadians be frizz-free!
*based on system usage of shampoo, conditioner, and leave-in smoothing cream versus non-conditioning shampoo alone.

Why are Weightless Nutri-Oils so effective?

Because of their molecular size, the Oils in the Weightless Nutri-Oil blend are able to penetrate hair to provide nourishment, smoothing frizz without weighing hair down. Working in tandem with the Dove Micro Moisture™ Serum, the two systems effectively lock in essential moisture and help restore softness from root to tip.
The Nourishing Oil Care Anti-Frizz Serum can be used before blow-drying to make hair more manageable and/or after to tame frizz and fly-aways. The lightweight formula is instantly absorbed by damp and dry hair and doesn't leave behind any surface greasiness.

Suggested retail price $7.99-$9.99 40mL


The Nourishing Oil Care Shampoo and Conditioner deeply nourish for beautifully smooth, soft, and shiny hair. When used together with the Leave-in Smoothing Cream, they reduce frizz by up to 100%.*




Suggested retail price is: $4.99-$7.99 355mL (shampoo)

Suggested retail price is: $4.99-$7.99 355mL (conditioner)



* based on system usage of shampoo, conditioner, and leave-in smoothing cream.
The Nourishing Oil Care Daily Treatment Conditioner has a gold ribbon of Weightless Nutri-Oils to deeply nourish, creating beautiful hair without feeling greasy and a white ribbon that seals cuticles to lock in nutrients. This special formula delivers 3 times the nourishing power of our regular conditioner.* For the benefits of a treatment at the speed of a conditioner, use daily.

Suggested retail price is: $6.99-$9.99 236mL
*3 times the key conditioning ingredients vs. Dove Nourishing Oil Care Conditioner

The Nourishing Oil Care Leave-In Smoothing Cream controls frizz and boosts shine, even in humid conditions. It deeply nourishes without feeling greasy so hair is easier to manage and style and controls up to 100% of frizz for 24-hour shine.*

Simply massage a little into your damp or dry hair and style as you like.

Suggested retail price is: $6.99-$9.99 120mL
* based on system usage of shampoo, conditioner, and leave-in smoothing cream

Friday, January 27, 2012

Wheat Belly: Lose the Wheat, Lose the Weight, and Find Your Path Back to Health [Hardcover]

Product Description


A renowned cardiologist explains how eliminating wheat from our diets can prevent fat storage, shrink unsightly bulges, and reverse myriad health problems.
Every day, over 200 million Americans consume food products made of wheat. As a result, over 100

million of them experience some form of adverse health effect, ranging from minor rashes and high blood sugar to the unattractive stomach bulges that preventive cardiologist William Davis calls “wheat bellies.” According to Davis, that excess fat has nothing to do with gluttony, sloth, or too much butter: It’s due to the whole grain wraps we eat for lunch.

After witnessing over 2,000 patients regain their health after giving up wheat, Davis reached the disturbing conclusion that wheat is the single largest contributor to the nationwide obesity epidemic—

and its elimination is key to dramatic weight loss and optimal health. In Wheat Belly, Davis exposes the harmful effects of what is actually a product of genetic tinkering and agribusiness being sold to the

American public as “wheat”—and provides readers with a user-friendly, step-by-step plan to navigate a new, wheat-free lifestyle.
Informed by cutting-edge science and nutrition, along with case studies from men and women who

have experienced life-changing transformations in their health after waving goodbye to wheat, Wheat

Belly is an illuminating look at what is truly making Americans sick and an action plan to clear our plates of this seemingly benign ingredient.

About the Author

William Davis, MD, is a preventive cardiologist whose unique approach to diet allows him to advocate reversal, not just prevention, of heart disease. He is the founder of the TrackYourPlaque.com program. He lives in Wisconsin.

Thursday, January 26, 2012

Pearl Collar by award winning artist

Shabi's

Collar with Lucite Flowers, Fresh Water Pearls, White Agate, Mother of Pearl Flowers, Amethyst, German Crystals and Glass Beads


Misbah: Ocean Jewels - Inspiration 582 - Exotic Earth

Misbah is an award winning artist that trained in the Far East and United States

Wednesday, January 25, 2012

Chili Pie

Ingredients:


2 Tenderflake® Deep Dish Frozen Pie Shells
1 tbsp (15 mL) Olive oil
1 lb (500 g) Extra lean ground beef
1 tbsp (15 mL) Chili powder
1 tsp (5 mL) Cumin
1 Clove garlic, chopped
1/2 cup (125 mL) Finely diced green pepper
1/2 cup (125 mL) Finely diced onion
3 tbsp (45 mL) Flour
1 (14 oz/398 mL) Can chopped tomatoes
1 (19 oz/540 mL) Can kidney beans, drained and rinsed
Salt and pepper to taste
¾ cup (175 mL) Shredded Tex Mex cheese, divided

Method:


Prep Time 30 min
Cook/Wait Time 30 min
Total Time 1 hour
Skill Level Basic
Serves 6
Classification Main

PREHEAT oven to 400˚F (200˚C). Bake one pie shell according to package directions for a baked pie shell. Remove from oven and set aside to cool slightly. Allow second pie shell to defrost at room temperature.

HEAT oil in a large non-stick skillet over medium -high heat. Add beef and break apart with a wooden spoon. Cook until beef is no longer pink. Drain, if necessary, and return to pan.

ADD chili powder, cumin, garlic, pepper, onion and flour. Stir to combine and cook for 1 to 2 minutes.

Add tomatoes, kidney beans, salt and pepper and cook for 3 to 5 minutes. Mixture will be thick.

FILL baked pie shell with chili mixture and top with ¼ cup (50 mL) shredded cheese. Carefully remove thawed pie shell from foil and place on top of chili, pressing down gently. It may crack slightly at the edges. Pinch or flute edge to seal top and bottom crust. Sprinkle with remaining ½ cup (125 mL) shredded cheese. Cut several slits in top crust to allow steam to escape.

PLACE on baking sheet and bake in preheated oven for 20 to 25 minutes or until cheese is melted and pastry is golden brown.

REMOVE from oven and allow to stand for 5 minutes before cutting. Serve with your favourite Mexican toppings on the side.

Tips

Increase the amount of chili powder for added heat.

Tuesday, January 24, 2012

entraînement spinal: (DVD inclus)

POSTE DE TRAVAIL MAL AJUSTÉ, BLESSURE SPORTIVE, BLOCAGE VERTÉBRAL, SÉDENTARITÉ… LES CAUSES DU MAL DE DOS SONT MULTIPLES ET FONT SOUFFRIR DE PLUS EN PLUS DE GENS.Ce livre propose une approche globale novatrice qui combine des principes issus de l'ostéopathie, de la biomécanique et de la kinésiologie pour permettre de cibler efficacement et en douceur les muscles les plus importants pour la stabilité et la santé du dos. En comprenant mieux les besoins de votre dos,vous pourrez faire le bon choix d'entraînement selon la nature du problème dont vous souffrez et le temps dont vous disposez.Quel que soit votre état de santé actuel, les 35 enchaînements suggérés vous permettront d'éradiquer les tensions, d'améliorer votre posture, de diminuer votre réponse au stress et de soulager la douleur. Cet ouvrage abondamment illustré est accompagné d'un DVD, un complément indispensable afin de retrouver un dos fort, souple et mobile.


About the Author

Athlète, ex-entraîneur, kinésiologue et ostéopathe réputé,Jean-François Harvey est principalement intéressé par l'étude de la posture et des effets de l'exercice sur le dos.Il enseigne dans plusieurs collèges d'études ostéopathiques et donne diverses formations auprès de professionnels et du grand public

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WORKSTATION ill-fitting, sports injuries, LOCK VERTEBRAL, sedentary ... THE CAUSES OF BACK PAIN IS MULTIPLE AND ARE SUFFERING MORE AND MORE GENS.Ce book offers a comprehensive approach that combines innovative principles derived from the osteopathy, biomechanics and kinesiology to allow effective targeting and smooth muscles are most important to the stability and health back. By understanding the needs of your back, you can make the right choice of training depending on the nature of the problem you have and the time you disposez.Quel matter your current health status, the 35 sequences suggested will enable you to eliminate tension, improve your posture, reduce your stress response and pain relief. This richly illustrated book is accompanied by a DVD, an essential complement to regain a strong back, flexible and mobile.


About the Author

Athlete, former coach, kinesiologist and osteopath deemed Jean-Francois Harvey is mainly interested in the study of posture and the effects of exercise on dos.Il teaches in several colleges of osteopathic education and provides training to various professionals and the general public

Monday, January 23, 2012

Cook N Home 15 Piece Non stick Aluminum Soft handle Cookware Set

by Cook N Home


Tempered glass lids makes viewing food easy from start to finish


Nonstick coating provides long lasting superior Non-stick performance

Soft touch handle stay cool when cooking ,anti-slip silicone on handle make it comfortable

                    Heavy gauge aluminium is super conductive for even heat distribution

Thursday, January 19, 2012

Celebrating 35 years of the MS Read-A-Thon – MS Society's Longest Running Fundraising Program



Toronto, ON - January 18, 2012 — The MS Society of Canada's Ontario Division is proud to announce the 35th anniversary of its longest running fundraising program, the MS Read-A-Thon, which raises funds to end multiple sclerosis while promoting literacy to school-aged children across the province. From January through April 2012, over 300 elementary schools will host assemblies to kick-off their participation in the MS Read-A-Thon, which will connect students to the joys of recreational reading while building awareness about this important cause. Multiple Sclerosis is the most common disease of the central nervous system (the brain and spinal cord) among young adults, including children as young as 3, in Canada.

"Imagine telling a child you have the power to change the world. That's what the MS Read-A-Thon does. It gives kids the ability to improve the world inside themselves, as well as outside, and to help the people around them." — Mike Augustine, MS Read-A-Thon volunteer who lives with MS

Approximately 40,000 students in 900 schools across Canada participate in the MS Read-A-Thon each year, raising over $1 million. Participation in the program involves reading books while collecting pledges based on the number of minutes read. Proceeds fund research into the cause and cure for multiple sclerosis as well as provide services to people with MS and their families. Students participating in the MS Read-A-Thon have read 20 million books and raised more than $40 million since the program's inception in 1977.

"I like to know that I am making a difference in the lives of the people I care about. Who ever knew that reading could make such a big difference." — Courtney Gage, MS Read-A-Thon participant at top fundraising school (Bayview Glen, Toronto)

For more information about the MS Read-A-Thon visit msreadathon.ca or call 1-800-268-7582 ext. 3191.

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Media Contact: Lisa Petruzella

Supervisor, MS Read-A-Thon

1-800-268-7582 ext. 3156

lisa.petruzella@mssociety.ca


About the MS Society of Canada and the MS Read-A-Thon

The Multiple Sclerosis Society of Canada is the leading voluntary organization in Canada dedicated to finding the cure for multiple sclerosis and enabling people affected by MS to enhance their quality of life. Since 1977, the MS Read-A-Thon program has been furthering the MS Society's mission by teaching children about multiple sclerosis, the importance of literacy and the value of giving back to their community. The funds raised through the MS Read-A-Thon provide services and programs to support people with MS and their families, and helps the MS Society continue to be the largest funder of MS Research in Canada. For more information about the MS Society visit http://www.mssociety.ca/

Wednesday, January 18, 2012

Asian Handheld Pie

Ingredients:


2 TENDERFLAKE® Frozen Deep Dish Pie Shells

1/2 cup (125 mL) MAPLE LEAF Prime Fully Cooked and Sliced Chicken Breast or
leftover chicken, thinly sliced into ¼ inch (5 mm) wide strips
2 tbsp (30 mL) Green onion, thinly sliced
2 tsp (10 mL) Soy sauce
3 tsp (15 mL) Teriyaki sauce
1/2 tsp (2 mL) Honey
1/2 tsp (2 mL) Sesame oil
1/2 tsp (2 mL) Minced garlic
1/2 tsp (2 mL) Finely grated ginger
2 tbsp (30 mL) Grated carrot
3 tsp (15 mL) Toasted sesame seeds, divided
1 Egg, beaten

Method:


Prep Time 30 min
Total Time 45 min
Skill Level Intermediate
Serves 4

PREHEAT oven to 400°F (200°C).
REMOVE pie shells from freezer and allow to thaw at room temperature for 10 – 15 minutes.
MIX together chicken, green onion, soy sauce, teriyaki sauce, honey, sesame oil, garlic, ginger, carrot and 1 tsp (5 mL) sesame seeds and set aside.
REMOVE pie shells from foil, and gently flatten onto clean, flat, lightly floured work surface. If cracks appear in pastry, press together and repair using fingers moistened with water. Cut four 3 inch (8 cm) squares from each pie shell.
DIVIDE the chicken mixture evenly between 4 squares, mounding in the centre and leaving a ¼ inch (5 mm) pastry edge.
BRUSH edges of pastry around the filling with beaten egg. Top with remaining 4 squares of pastry. Gently press edges together, and crimp with a fork. Brush tops with beaten egg and sprinkle with remaining sesame seeds.
BAKE for 12-15 minutes, or until pastry is golden. Allow pies to rest for 10 minutes before serving.
Tips
Serve with plum sauce or sweet and sour sauce for dipping.

Tuesday, January 17, 2012

Vim® PowerPro™ Naturals Kitchen

Naturally-derived ingredients with the tough cleaning power of Vim.

The new Vim PowerPro™ Naturals Kitchen cleaner defies the skeptics who believe a natural-based cleaner cannot work as well as traditional cleaners. In fact, Vim PowerPro™ Naturals Kitchen with 95% naturally derived ingredients is tougher on grease* versus the leading all-purpose cleaners. Vim is so confident that Canadians will love Vim PowerPro™ Naturals Kitchen that it is offering a money back guarantee on the product.

Vim PowerPro™ Naturals provides a solution for Moms who prefer to use a natural-based cleaner, but who don’t want to compromise on clean. It’s perfect for stainless steel sinks, glass, granite, and laminate counter tops, barbeques, china fixtures and sinks and stainless steel appliances.

This powerful lineup also includes: Vim PowerPro™ Naturals Bathroom and Vim Cream Naturals Multipurpose Cream.

Mom’s seeking cleaning options A new survey** commissioned by New Vim PowerPro™ Naturals found that less than a quarter (24%) of Moms who use other natural-based cleaning products are very satisfied with their performance for general household cleaning. Moms who don’t use natural based cleaners say that, if they did, they would use them primarily in the kitchen (45%)

Priced in-line with traditional Vim cleaners

The Vim PowerPro™ Naturals survey** found that the top reason Moms (cited by 59%) are not using natural-based cleaners is the belief that they cost more than the traditional cleaners. Vim PowerPro™ Naturals Kitchen is priced in-line with the traditional Vim cleaners at a suggested retail price of $3.99- $4.99 for a 750 ml bottle.

Availability Vim PowerPro™ Naturals Kitchen will be available January 22, 2012 at leading Canadian grocery, drug, and mass merchandise store.

### *Based on extensive tests in which Vim PowerPro™ Naturals Kitchen removed more grease with a fixed number of rubs vs. the leading all-purpose cleaners

** Based on an online survey of 1,112 Canadian mothers between the ages of 25-55 who are Angus Reid forum panel members, conducted between July 13 and July 14, 2011. Trade-marks owned or used under license by Unilever Canada, Toronto, On M4W 3R2

Monday, January 16, 2012

Nail Polish Trends Portal Launched

Nail Polish Trends Portal Launched


A new website full of content for nail polish enthusiasts was launched today. Nailpolishstars.com features all you need for nail care and beauty, a whole variety of nail lacquer brands as well as their upcoming collections; the latest trends and colors that are hitting from New York to Milan: From Glitter to Holographic and from Matte to the stunning Magnetic Effect that is an alert trend since the end of 2011 when Nail Polish inc. announced its collection for January, 2012.

New York, NY, Women always loved nail polish. Bright, dark, creamy, etc- The variety has always made it innovative and fun. However, in the last years, the world’s leader brands in nail care have realized something was lacking. Something else that would make the difference between regular nail polish and the new trends followed by the most vibrant collections of well-recognized brands such as OPI, China Glaze, and many others.
Nailpolishstars.com features all you need for nail care and beauty, a whole variety of nail lacquer brands as well as their upcoming collections; the latest trends and colors that are hitting from New York to Milan: From Glitter to Holographic and from Matte to the stunning Magnetic Effect that is an alert trend since the end of 2011 when Nail Polish inc. announced its collection for January, 2012.
In 2012 is expected that new holographic and magnetic nail lacquer collections are released with more new and exciting shades and patterns. From leader brands such as OPI and China Glaze to Zoya, Nail polish inc., Chanel and many more that start to be recognized in the market.

For users interested on the latest nail polish trends videos from nailpolishstars.com the site url is http://www.nailpolishstars.com

NailPolishStars
Marcela Asc
786-282-7956

Friday, January 13, 2012

KitchenAid 17-Piece Tool and Gadget Set

Exceed your culinary expectations with KitchenAid utensils and gadgets

Guaranteed to enable professional results and the reliability you desire

Set includes:Slot turner, bast spoon,slot spoon,nylon tongs,flat grater, euro peeler,can opener,utility whisk,s/4 meas cups,s/5 meas spoons

Thursday, January 12, 2012

Payless Shoesource goes Tangerine Tango

Have you heard? Tangerine Tango is the colour of 2012. This burst of citrus brightens the most transformational season of the year, and Payless Shoesource answered the trend with footwear styles and accessories to bring this colour to life.



Refresh your spring wardrobes with a Christian Siriano heel, inspired by the underwater crustaceans of the sea, or brighten up with a flirty wedge from Lela Rose. Payless Shoesource has a wide range of of styles and price-points to update your wardrobe with the year’s hottest and boldest colour.


Also, don’t forget to log-in to our editor’s lookbook at paylesslookbook.com for all the trends of the season. Go to www.paylesslookbook.com and register using your work email address and this access code PSSLBCN. Fill out the quick one-time registration form, create a personal password and start using the site to find the latest affordable on-trend fashions!

Wednesday, January 11, 2012

Home Including......Hephaestus Books (Author)

Home, Including: Wall, Furniture, Closet, Family and Consumer Science, Domestic Technology, Courtyard, Hearth, Consumer Science, Kitche [Paperback]


Hephaestus Books (Author) 


Hephaestus Books represents a new publishing paradigm, allowing disparate content sources to be curated into cohesive, relevant, and informative books. To date, this content has been curated from Wikipedia articles and images under Creative Commons licensing, although as Hephaestus Books continues to increase in scope and dimension, more licensed and public domain content is being added. We believe books such as this represent a new and exciting lexicon in the sharing of human knowledge. This particular book is a collaboration focused on Home.
More info: A home is a place of residence or refuge. It is usually a place in which an individual or a family can rest and store personal property. Most modern-day households contain sanitary facilities and a means of preparing food. Animals have their own homes as well, either living in the wild or in a domesticated environment. As an alternative to the definition of "home" as a physical locale, home may be perceived to have no physical definition--instead, home may relate instead to a mental or emotional state of refuge or comfort.

Monday, January 9, 2012

Soup’s on

A cold front moves in on the heels of those New Year’s diet resolutions. Time to get out the soup pot.

Roasted Butternut Squash Soup


4 garlic cloves, not peeled

2 tablespoons olive oil, divided

1 butternut squash, about 2 1/2 pounds

1 medium sweet yellow onion, cut into 1-inch pieces

2 carrots, peeled and sliced about 1/2-inch thick

4 to 6 sage leaves, thinly sliced

1/2 teaspoon salt

1/4 teaspoon pepper, plus additional pepper to taste, divided

1 (32-ounce) carton vegetable stock

1/4 teaspoon rubbed sage

Heat oven to 375 degrees. Line a 10- by 15-inch jelly roll pan with aluminum foil.

Place the unpeeled garlic on a 6-inch square of aluminum foil, drizzle with 1/2 teaspoon olive oil and seal in a packet. Set on edge of pan.

Using a large, heavy knife, cut off ends of squash. Peel using a vegetable peeler. Cut squash in half, remove and discard seeds. Cut squash into 1 to 1 1/2-inch cubes. Place squash in a mixing bowl. Add onion and carrots. Drizzle vegetables with remaining olive oil. Sprinkle with salt, pepper and sage; toss to coat. Spread in a single layer on pan. Bake, uncovered, 20 minutes. Stir vegetables and roast 15 to 20 minutes more, until very tender and golden brown.

Allow to cool slightly, and transfer to blender or food processor. Open foil packet, and when cool enough to handle, gently squeeze roasted garlic out of skin and onto vegetables. Blend until smooth, working in batches and adding a little vegetable stock if needed. Transfer to saucepan.

Stir in vegetable stock, and season to taste with salt and pepper. Heat over medium heat, stirring occasionally, until steamy. Makes 6 servings.
Source: Kansas City Star.

Per serving: 239 calories (25 percent from fat), 7 g fat (1 gram saturated), 2 mg cholesterol, 41 g carbohydrates, 6 g protein, 6 g fiber, 532 mg sodium.

Friday, January 6, 2012

Bacon and Double Cheese Quiche Mini Tarts

1 Package Tenderflake® Mini-Tart Shells

3 Strips MAPLE LEAF® Bacon

2 Eggs, beaten

1/2 cup (125 mL) 18% cream

1 tsp (5 mL) Finely chopped fresh thyme

Salt & pepper

1/4 cup (50 mL) Shredded Gruyere cheese

¼ cup (50 mL) Shredded White cheddar cheese

Method:

Prep Time 25 min

Total Time 45 min

Skill Level Basic

Serves 6 (3 tarts each)

Classification Appetizer

PREHEAT oven to 375˚F (190˚C).

PREPARE mini-tart shells as per package directions for unfilled tart shells. Remove from oven and set aside to cool slightly.

COOK the bacon in a large fry pan until crisp. Remove to paper towel to drain. Crumble, or cut bacon into small pieces.

WHISK together eggs, cream, thyme, salt and pepper in a small bowl.

POUR egg mixture into cooked and cooled mini-tart shells.

SPRINKLE the cooked bacon and cheese over the egg mixture. Bake for 15 to 18 minutes or until quiche is set and pastry golden.

Thursday, January 5, 2012

ADELE21

Album Description


2011 sophomore album from the British vocalist.. Most of the album was recorded in Malibu with the legendary Rick Rubin (Johnny Cash, Jay Z, Red Hot Chili Peppers) and back in Kensal Rise in London with Paul Epworth (Plan B, Bloc Party, Florence). Adele cites Wanda Jackson, Yvonne Fair, Andrew Bird, Mary J Blige, Mos Def, Elbow, Tom Waits and Kanye West amongst others as key influences on 21. About its release she says 'I'm very excited, nervous, eager, anxious but chuffed to announce my new album! It's taken a while and it knocked me for six when writing it. It's different from 19, it's about the same things but in a different light. I deal with things differently now. I'm more patient, more honest, more forgiving and more aware of my own flaws, habits and principles. Something that comes with age I think. So fittingly this record is called 21. The whole reason I called my first album 19 was about cataloging what happened to me then and who I was then, like a photo album you see the progression and changes in a person throughout the years'.

Wednesday, January 4, 2012

Monday, January 2, 2012

Love & Leftovers

by Sarah Tregay (Goodreads Author)


My wish is to fall cranium over Converse in dizzy, daydream-worthy love.

When her parents split, Marcie is dragged from Idaho to a family summerhouse in New Hampshire. She leaves behind her friends, a group of freaks and geeks called the Leftovers, including her emo-rocker boyfriend, and her father.

By the time Labor Day rolls around, Marcie suspects this "vacation" has become permanent. She starts at a new school where a cute boy brings her breakfast and a new romance heats up. But understanding love, especially when you've watched your parents' affections end, is elusive. What does it feel like, really? can you even know it until you've lost it?

Love and Leftovers is a beautifully written story of one girl’s journey navigating family, friends, and love, and a compelling and sexy read that teens will gobble up whole.