20 Years of Fear

We went to Halloween Horror Nights on Saturday at Universal Studios in Orlando. It was pretty good this year but not as scary as I had hoped. It was their 20th "year of fear", but I have to admit, there wasn't much to fear. I won a big stuffed animal gorilla which made me proud and was probably the highlight of the night. Walking through one of the houses, a masked character grabbed the arm of the gorilla while I was holding it and just stood there. That was the scariest part. I couldn't see his eyes, just the mask. He stood there holding onto the arm staring at me. I'm not gonna lie, I was spooked at that point.

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Kings of Leon

My favorite band, Kings of Leon, just released their new album yesterday, Come Around Sundown. If you're a KOL fan, you gotta get this CD to add to your collection. Or get it if you're looking for something new. This album has more of a beachy, chill vibe to it.
Their sound of southern rock with a twist of gospel sets them apart from the rest. The lead singer, Caleb Followill, has a raw seductive voice and is pretty easy on the eyes too.

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That's the way the cookie crumbles

I made some delicious cookies this weekend that I highly recommend: Pumpkin Chocolate Chip Cookies.
I added a little extra cinnamon and spices to mine like nutmeg. However, I do not recommend trying to make them healthier like I did my substituting white flour for whole wheat. For the best flavor, stick with white flour as the recipe calls for. They will be cakey from the pumpkin so keeping them in the fridge helps. Enjoy!

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Dear Workout Barbie...

Thank you for making the rest of us at the gym feel a little more inadequate and self conscience about our bodies. We can all tell that your perfect size 0 petite body exists underneath your full body spandex outfit. Is it really necessary to tie your shirt up in a knot right below your fake ta-tas so we can all envy your tan six pack too?
While the rest of us are spending hours sweating our asses off on the Elliptical machine, you so lackadaisically lift your weights and dab the droplet of sweat off. Don't worry your layers of mascara and eyeliner hasn't smeared.

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Feeling Insprired, by Valentina

I just found this amazing artist. She lives here in the sunshine state in Miami. Her artwork and attention to detail is amazing!
http://valentinaramos.blogspot.com/2009/10/new-month-new-things.html

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Happy meal not so happy...:(

To most kids a McDonald's Happy Meal is a real treat, even to some adults. A fun and delicious meal for cheap that even comes with a toy. Sounds great, right? Wrong! I have sworn out fast food, unless it's the one and only convenient stop while on a road trip or long drive and starvation starts to set in. Reading the story below only makes me prouder in that decision. This confirms that this kind of 'food' is hardly even real food. It may taste yummy but that's from all the chemicals and preservatives pumped into it. Hence, the absence of decomposition.

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Dexter Drama

Have you been watching this season of Dexter? I couldn't believe the cliffhanger from last season. Every episode now is a nail bitter. Love it! Seems like Dexter is always so close to getting caught. Makes me nervous...
And, it seems like Quin shrunk but his clothes didn't. He lost all of his sexy muscles and is lookin' a little frail now. What happened? It was only a matter of time before he and Deb Morgan hooked up. They really should become a couple. But seeing as though he's on Dexter's a** now, that might cause some conflict within their lovers corral.

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These boots are made for walking

Finally, it's almost time for the flip flops to hibernate. These little piggies could use some warm socks and boots to stay snuggled up in for a few months. If money wasn't an issue, I would have a pair of boots in every color and every height. Actually, I think I'd rather buy those new boots then lunch. Some places are having great deals, it'd be silly not for me to buy them. Right...?

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Lola the Lion

Apparently, Lola's chosen her own Halloween costume this year. I was going to make her be a pumpkin, but this is cute too. She's even been wearing it while practicing her 'trick-or-treat' dance. I think she's taking the lioness role a little too far though as she attacks our heels when walking by her. Grr...

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Friday Fun Day

Thanks to my gracious boss, I get tomorrow off. I can't wait to sleep in and lie in my nice warm bed with the windows open letting the cool air in. It's perfect weather to bike ride or takes the dogs to a park. That's always fun, and free.
I plan to carve pumpkins this weekend too. I found some good stencils online to print out, just make sure you have good tools. Then make some tasty pumpkin seeds. They're delicious baked with a little bit of Sea Salt and Olive Oil. Or for something sweeter, bake with a little bit of cinnamon and sugar. Yummy!

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Pumpkin Kick Off

To kick off my pumpkin passion this fall, so far I've gotten my fall harvest cinnamon spice potpourri (50% off sale at Michael's) and some cute pumpkin nutmeg candles. I've been trying really hard to save the pumpkin pie and treats until Thanksgiving, even though all I want to make is everything from pumpkin bread to pumpkin soup.
But last night, my ever so thoughtful boyfriend surprised me with a pint of Ben & Jerry's Pumpkin Cheesecake ice cream. I couldn't refuse and not eat it, that would just be rude. All though one half a cup of this is almost equivalent to one of America's worst drinks, it only comes around once a year. I highly recommend this delicious dessert, but to SHARE and make it last so you won't go buy more.

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Baby boy count down

As the holidays get closer, I just can't wait for my little nephew to arrive and for Lauren to be mommy. He is expected to be here on November 3rd then I will get to see him at Christmas. See you soon little man!

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Steer clear from these diet death traps.

So, I received the following list below from a co-worker. To think that someone would actually want to consume 24 fl oz of Cold Stone's PB&C frozen drink is bad enough. But just the fact that companies actually make and sell these products is a little ridiculous. They might taste delicious but they are not worth it. Seriously, the best, and I use that word lightly, is a 150 calorie water with 33 grams of sugar? Big no-no. I like to refer to these as "Liquid Obesity". It's like, "Here you go, have a sip of fat. For just $1 more you can super size to a heart attack. Enjoy!"

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