Today was the big Today Throws A Martha Wedding event. I didn't see the ceremony but they kept showing the reception at Tiffany & Co. throughout the third and fourth hours. I thought it would be bad enough getting married on national TV but they have to do it first thing in the morning too. I wonder what time the bride had to get up to get her hair and make-up done, 4:00? I'm amazed they actually pulled it off without a hitch. It showed their first dance during the fourth hour.
Also noteworthy during the third hour was a new children's book by Maria Celeste called "The Magic Cane." It's kind of an old fashioned fairy tale complete with the "once upon a time" beginning and happy ending. Looks good if you want to give your kids something new that's a throwback to the original children's story. My two-year old daughter already loves fairy tales and saying "once upon a time." Check for the book with my Amazon search box if you want to learn more about it.
Scott Baio dropped by on the fourth hour to discuss his reality TV show, Scott Baio's Reality Love Life. I think the title pretty much sums the show up.
More interesting was a two-headed turtle named Limerick. He's actually Siamese twins with one head going one way, and one going the other. The poor thing/things looked like they were trying to take off in two different directions. I think Limerick is at some pet store in Manhattan if you want to see him/them in person.
It's Friday, so they had their weekly check-in with Reality Check: This Week In Pop Culture. Of course, there's Britney Spears who's been dominating the tabloids with no signs of letting up. At least Toure and Susie Essman weren't making excuses for her or feeling sorry for her. I'm so sick of people saying they hope she gets therapy and gets her kids back. Maybe the kids are better off without her? She obviously hasn't put them first in her life, so why should she be allowed custody? Then they moved on to Gary Craig's stupidity in coming up with all kinds of cockamamie excuses as to why his foot wandered away from his stall. Does he really think anyone is believing his bullshit? He should just admit he's gay and move on. What could be worse than looking like a lying moron? Then again, he is a member of the same political party as the idiot in chief. They also discussed The Knicks' sexual harassment, OJ, Cavemen (the show) and Rosie O'Donnell, but there's really nothing more to comment on.
And that's a wrap. Have a lovely Columbus Day Weekend.
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Friday, October 5, 2007
Wednesday, August 22, 2007
Wednesday on Today 8/22
Today's Classroom: Sending Your Child To College. Parents sometimes have a hard time facing the reality of their kids leaving home. They're not just entering college but they're leaving your house. Michele Borba from iVillage gave some advice for parents such as, be prepared. It's a very emotional time so you should say your good-byes before you leave home. You don't want to lose it and start bawling while you're kid's getting out of the car. Be sure to have a financial talk and one about drinking--especially binge drinking. Once on campus, follow your child's lead and locate essential places. Here Michele almost had Natalie Morales and myself in tears with these next bits of advice: Parting words--think about what to say in advance. Give one last look--you won't see him/her for a while. And it's okay to shed a tear. Once back home don't go and change the bedroom around. They will be back during breaks. One last saying from a Navajo proverb: "We raise our kids to leave us."
Ann Curry interviewed Brad Pitt in New Orleans. One-On-One with Brad Pitt. Why couldn't that be my job? Brad is in New Orleans as an advocate for environmental concerns and affordable housing. He says Hurricane Katrina was a man-made disaster, not a natural one, and the government has a responsiblility to make it right. Amen to that. But don't look to this administration to make anything right. They specialize in making things worse. On the bright side, I don't think it's possible to get a worse president than we have now.
Well, the American people have spoken and the winning couple is Cody and Jessica. They are the lucky couple who will get married on natioinal TV with Today Throws A Martha Stewart Wedding. Darcy Miller was there with the happy soon-to-be-weds in a segment about Wedding Gift Registry Ideas. The best advice: Register at at least one department store and online so out of town guests can easily shop. Another idea for an original wedding gift was a cake stand with recipes on it from Macy's. For the sports minded, golf lessons (for the spouse) and personalized golf balls for the golf enthusiast were suggested. I know a couple whose marriage ended because the wife gave the husband an ultimatum and he chose golf. He was an addict. Luckily my husband hasn't tried golf. The wine of the month club, wine glasses and monogrammed leather coasters were other ideas. Also for the couple who has everything--donate to charity. You can choose anyone from the ASPCA to the Arbor Day Foundation. This is a great idea. How many wine glasses and leather coasters does anybody need? Put the money to a good cause.
Today's Kitchen was All About Okra. Scott Peacock from Watershed Restaurant showed different okra recipes, such as fritters battered and fried--those looked delicious. He also roasted some with veggies. Corn, bacon and okra was the last dish featured. For those and other recipes, visit the Today show website.
R&B singer, songwriter, Ne-Yo, was in the studio for a quick interview and a song. He ended the show with "Because Of You," from the CD of the same name. I love that song.
And that's a wrap. Till tomorrow.
Ann Curry interviewed Brad Pitt in New Orleans. One-On-One with Brad Pitt. Why couldn't that be my job? Brad is in New Orleans as an advocate for environmental concerns and affordable housing. He says Hurricane Katrina was a man-made disaster, not a natural one, and the government has a responsiblility to make it right. Amen to that. But don't look to this administration to make anything right. They specialize in making things worse. On the bright side, I don't think it's possible to get a worse president than we have now.
Well, the American people have spoken and the winning couple is Cody and Jessica. They are the lucky couple who will get married on natioinal TV with Today Throws A Martha Stewart Wedding. Darcy Miller was there with the happy soon-to-be-weds in a segment about Wedding Gift Registry Ideas. The best advice: Register at at least one department store and online so out of town guests can easily shop. Another idea for an original wedding gift was a cake stand with recipes on it from Macy's. For the sports minded, golf lessons (for the spouse) and personalized golf balls for the golf enthusiast were suggested. I know a couple whose marriage ended because the wife gave the husband an ultimatum and he chose golf. He was an addict. Luckily my husband hasn't tried golf. The wine of the month club, wine glasses and monogrammed leather coasters were other ideas. Also for the couple who has everything--donate to charity. You can choose anyone from the ASPCA to the Arbor Day Foundation. This is a great idea. How many wine glasses and leather coasters does anybody need? Put the money to a good cause.
Today's Kitchen was All About Okra. Scott Peacock from Watershed Restaurant showed different okra recipes, such as fritters battered and fried--those looked delicious. He also roasted some with veggies. Corn, bacon and okra was the last dish featured. For those and other recipes, visit the Today show website.
R&B singer, songwriter, Ne-Yo, was in the studio for a quick interview and a song. He ended the show with "Because Of You," from the CD of the same name. I love that song.
And that's a wrap. Till tomorrow.
Thursday, July 26, 2007
Thursday on Today 7/26
Today Al Roker was in Chicago looking for that special couple to perform their nuptials on The Today Show. More on some bridal hair do's later.
Today's Style contributor Bobbie Thomas offered a fashion show featuring Chic Cover ups and a bag that will keep your make-up from melting in the hot sun at the beach. Do you really need to bring a make-up bag to the beach? It's one thing to wear a touch of waterproof mascara and maybe some tinted lip balm but your whole make-up bag? Come on. They showed some beach dresses you can wear as part of your bathing suit that dry quickly and look better than just a skimpy suit for walking around in. There was a safari themed look, a terry leaf halter and Nautica beach hoodie, as well as a crochet dress, a floral caftan and a Jantzen short caftan. All the models wore these hideous shoes--plastic wedges that made their feet look something straight out of a horror flick. The idea is that they can get wet, but why not just wear flip-flops or go bare foot? Who needs plastic wedges? You can take your shoes off when you go for a swim.
Moving on to number eight on the America The Beautiful tour: Arlington National Cemetery. David Gregory was there doing the Washington, DC on $50 segment, where he visited The US Mint and all the famous landmarks like the Washington Monument which are all free. He ate lunch at Ben's Chili Bowl and visited the Spy Museum for $14, but you can visit The Smithsonian museums for nothing. Then he had dinner (ribs) for $5.49 and had ice cream--Swiss chocolate honey malt. Seems like Washington, DC would be a pretty easy place to do this--spend $50 or less--because so many places are free.
Today's Fitness featured the author of the book "The Abs Diet For Women," David Zinczenko showing us "How To Flatten Your Abs" and "Keys To A Flatter Stomach." How many subtitles do they really need? And don't you love that a man wrote a book about how women can get into shape? Anyway, he says you need to eat more, which sounds good but he doesn't mean more in volume, just more often and you still need to eat healthy foods, especially protein which keeps you fuller longer. Eat more to weigh less means eating around six small meals a day--taken from today's page of the book of the obvious. How many times have we heard that before? Also you have to add weight training to your fitness routine--if you haven't already. Is there anybody who doesn't know this? He demonstrated some exercises that work many different muscle groups like the squat and the plank--a yoga move. When I do the plank during yoga I do it with my palms flat on the floor, but this demonstration showed a version with elbows on the ground. For a good power snack he suggested a smoothie. For more suggestions, check out the book. You can use my Amazon search box.
And from Today Throws A Martha Stewart Wedding there was a Beauty On Call "I do" hair do's for weddings segment. They showed an up do for a formal wedding, a half up do for an informal wedding and a loose side bun for a beach wedding.
And that's a wrap. Till Tomorrow.
Today's Style contributor Bobbie Thomas offered a fashion show featuring Chic Cover ups and a bag that will keep your make-up from melting in the hot sun at the beach. Do you really need to bring a make-up bag to the beach? It's one thing to wear a touch of waterproof mascara and maybe some tinted lip balm but your whole make-up bag? Come on. They showed some beach dresses you can wear as part of your bathing suit that dry quickly and look better than just a skimpy suit for walking around in. There was a safari themed look, a terry leaf halter and Nautica beach hoodie, as well as a crochet dress, a floral caftan and a Jantzen short caftan. All the models wore these hideous shoes--plastic wedges that made their feet look something straight out of a horror flick. The idea is that they can get wet, but why not just wear flip-flops or go bare foot? Who needs plastic wedges? You can take your shoes off when you go for a swim.
Moving on to number eight on the America The Beautiful tour: Arlington National Cemetery. David Gregory was there doing the Washington, DC on $50 segment, where he visited The US Mint and all the famous landmarks like the Washington Monument which are all free. He ate lunch at Ben's Chili Bowl and visited the Spy Museum for $14, but you can visit The Smithsonian museums for nothing. Then he had dinner (ribs) for $5.49 and had ice cream--Swiss chocolate honey malt. Seems like Washington, DC would be a pretty easy place to do this--spend $50 or less--because so many places are free.
Today's Fitness featured the author of the book "The Abs Diet For Women," David Zinczenko showing us "How To Flatten Your Abs" and "Keys To A Flatter Stomach." How many subtitles do they really need? And don't you love that a man wrote a book about how women can get into shape? Anyway, he says you need to eat more, which sounds good but he doesn't mean more in volume, just more often and you still need to eat healthy foods, especially protein which keeps you fuller longer. Eat more to weigh less means eating around six small meals a day--taken from today's page of the book of the obvious. How many times have we heard that before? Also you have to add weight training to your fitness routine--if you haven't already. Is there anybody who doesn't know this? He demonstrated some exercises that work many different muscle groups like the squat and the plank--a yoga move. When I do the plank during yoga I do it with my palms flat on the floor, but this demonstration showed a version with elbows on the ground. For a good power snack he suggested a smoothie. For more suggestions, check out the book. You can use my Amazon search box.
And from Today Throws A Martha Stewart Wedding there was a Beauty On Call "I do" hair do's for weddings segment. They showed an up do for a formal wedding, a half up do for an informal wedding and a loose side bun for a beach wedding.
And that's a wrap. Till Tomorrow.
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