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Flavor of the Week

Posted by alicia on Feb 16, 2009 in Flavor of the week

On my iTunes:

I found my iPod and want to load it up with podcasts that will help me focus more on work.

Book on my nightstand:

I finished reading The Guernsey Literary and Potato Peel Society, and I loved it!

Now I’m reading The Year of Magical Thinking by Joan Didion.

The Year of Magical Thinking

Ms. Didion recorded her journey through grief in this book which she wrote a year after her husband suddenly died from a heart attack. This will be the first book that I’ve attempted to read about grief since Jarrett died and I’m nervous about what it may unveil within me. But, I’ve realized that I need find ways to understand my grief, and I think this book may be a helpful tool.

Drink in my cup:

I have decided to attempt making my own Kombucha (fermented tea). I’ve heard and read the praises of many people who have felt the health benefits of Kombucha, so I thought I’d give it a shot.

Latest add to my Google Reader:

So, this is not the newest addition to my must-read blogs, it’s actually one of the first blogs I ever fell in love with (aka, became addicited to).

Adorable banner LJC created for her blog.

Adorable banner LJC created for her blog.

If you like things such as DYI projects, crafting, photography/design, gardening/home-improvement projects and cuteness, then you must check out LJCFYI.

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Flavor of the week:

Posted by alicia on Jan 21, 2009 in Flavor of the week

On my iTunes:

I've heard the way to devour this book is to listen to the author's audio recording

I've heard the way to devour this book is to listen to the author's audio recording

My wonderful business coach is letting me borrow her extra ipod so I can listen to this book that several people have recommended to me lately.

Book on my nightstand:

I’m still reading The Guernsey Literary and Potato Peel Society, but I also started The 12 Secrets of Highly Creative Women for an online bookclub.

Secret #1: Blog about reading book, instead of actually reading book

Secret #1: Blog about reading book, instead of actually reading book

Because I had such a hard time finding and ordering the book, I’m already two weeks behind. I’m hoping that one of the secrets is about missing deadlines.

Drink in my cup:

My new favorite drink came to me by way of my new favorite bartender, Christine at Zuppa’s on 18th Street. She makes me this amazing drink that consists of: coffee, Frangelico, Bailey’s and Kahlua. It is heaven, liquefied, warmed and placed in a mug.

Latest add to my Google Reader:

.this is it.

I just found this blog today, and I am in love. Simple & raw, her writings easily cover topics I spend hours trying to make sense of in my journals.

Biggest Adventure:

Trying to meet all the deadlines I’ve set for myself this week. Maybe I was too ambitious?

Sweetest Moment:

Playing with a certain friend’s new dog! Once I have parental permission, I will post pics here.

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Flavor of the week

Posted by alicia on Jan 6, 2009 in Flavor of the week

On my iTunes or Pandora: Holly Brook

Holly Brook

Soothe voice, good lyrics, great hair - a Pandora must!

Book on my nightstand: 

The Gurensey Literary and Potate Peel Pie Society

Good book, weird title.

The Guernsey Literary and Potato Peel Pie Society - I just started this book, but am already in love with it. The entire story is told through a series of letters the characters send each other.

Drink in my cup:

Yum.

Yum.

Goats Do Roam, a cheap delicious red wine…aka heaven in a bottle.

Latest add to my Google Reader:

RVA Food Blog

RVA Food Blog

House of Marinara - My friend Matt has a drool-worthy blog, full of good tips on cooking and where to find good eats in RVA.

Biggest Adventure: Surviving the holidays. I don’t know if 12 months will really be long enough to recover and prepare for them again.

Sweetest Moment: Playing with my nephew & nieces. Our favorite games involved tickling, dancing, magic tricks and smothering them in kisses!

Question for the audience: Any of you willing to give me feedback on essays & stories that I write?

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Flavor of the week

Posted by alicia on Dec 16, 2008 in Flavor of the week

On my iTunes: Music to keep me sane while making holiday gifts

Book on my nightstand: No book, just knitting needles

Drink in my cup: Not strong enough to keep me going while crafting

Latest add to my Google Reader: No time to read. Must craft.

Biggest Adventure: Going to Michaels to buy more craft supplies.

Sweetest Moment: Nearly completing a craft before stabbing myself with scissors.

Most Perplexing Moment: Waiting to the last minute to finish Christmas gift crafting. It hasn’t been enjoyable that last few years, why do it again???

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Flavor of the week

Posted by alicia on Nov 25, 2008 in Flavor of the week

On my iTunes: Nada. But wanting to catch up on A Prairie Home Companion.

Book on my nightstand: Bright Lights, Big Ass by Jen Lancaster. I don’t normally read chick lit, but this book is hilarious, and full of bitchiness - I LOVE IT!

Drink in my cup: I need to be drinking more water.

Latest add to my Google Reader: No new finds.

Biggest Adventure: Conquering my to-do list.

Sweetest Moment: Getting to spend some time with my mom this weekend. :-)

Most Perplexing Moment: Style Weekly started a Twitter account. I follow them. They follow several of my friends. But, they DO NOT follow me! WTF?! I promise that I Twitter about things other than my cats!

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Flavor of the Week

Posted by alicia on Nov 6, 2008 in Flavor of the week

On my iTunes: Searching for podcasts about copywriting, marketing and starting your own business.

Book on my nightstand: Gave up on Atlas Shrugged and instead I have picked up A Room of One’s Own by Virginia Woolf.

Drink in my cup: Champagne. Loving it with grilled cheese!

Latest add to my Google Reader: No new finds.

Biggest Adventure: Trying to start my own business.

Sweetest Moment: This week’s sweetest moment happened to be captured on video!

Favorite cat of the week: Audrey. Who am I kidding with this….she’s my favorite all the time!

Challenge for myself: Launch a website for my jewelry.

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Flavor of the Week

Posted by alicia on Oct 13, 2008 in Life

On my iTunes: iTunes is on vacation while I spend time drooling over Kirby while watching Lipstick Jungle.

Book on my nightstand: Atlas Shrugged, Ayn Rand….and it will probably be there for a long time.

Drink in my cup: Tonight I had sparkling wine!!

Latest add to my Google Reader: The one and only, Cat.

Biggest Adventure:
Working for myself.

Sweetest Moment: Working for myself!!

Favorite cat of the week:
Piper, my sweet husband-kitten.

Challenge for myself: Make Halloween costumes for my nephew & nieces!!!!!!!!!!!

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Flavor of the week

Posted by alicia on Sep 24, 2008 in Uncategorized

On my iTunes: Nothing. I don’t have time for iTunes….Gossip Girl has a new episode I need to watch!

Book on my nightstand: A book about blogging that I borrowed from a friend.

Drink in my cup: Fall is here – chai tea is in my cup

Latest add to my Google Reader: Nothing new to report – so go watch Gossip Girl instead.

Biggest Adventure:
Sharing 1 hotel room with 1 bathroom with 4 other women.

Sweetest Moment: Being told exactly what I needed to hear, when I needed to hear it.

Favorite cat of the week:
Cowico – because he lives outside and therefore doesn’t shed on any of my furniture.

Challenge for myself: Make Halloween costumes for my nephew & nieces.

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Flavor of the week (or every other week)

Posted by alicia on Aug 26, 2008 in Uncategorized

On my iTunes: I gave iTunes a break and have been listening to Amos Lee on Pandora

Book on my nightstand: My newest copy of Inc magazine

Drink in my cup: Buzzy’s Coffee

Latest add to my Google Reader: Sweet Lu, the blog of our cutest potlucker

Biggest Adventure: Finding my way into the James Center YMCA

Sweetest Moment: Finding a baby frog living in my backyard

Favorite cat of the week: Buddy Bear because I laugh every time I look at him

Challenge for myself: Do laundry

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Flavor of the week

Posted by alicia on Aug 4, 2008 in Uncategorized

On my iTunes: Hours and hours of podcasts on topics ranging from creativity, business, money management, marketing and culture

Book on my nightstand: Eat, Pray, Love (book club on 8/30)

Drink in my cup: Water, water everywhere

Latest add to my Google Reader: iCiNG - Crowing your beautiful life

Biggest Adventure: Going to see Aimee try out for Richmond Idol

Sweetest Moment: Sunday afternoon

Favorite cat of the week: Pip because she has been so friendly to people who visit

Challenge for myself: Start doing flavor of the week every week….and probably at the end of the week instead of at the beginning

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Flavor of the Week

Posted by alicia on Jul 15, 2008 in Life

Playing on my iTunes: John Mayer’s newest live album that my boss kindly shared with me

Book on my nightstand: A couple of books about eating raw and a book about pilates

Drink in my cup: Mimosa.

Latest add to my Google Reader: Anne & Nate’s traveling adventures

Biggest Adventure: Going to the beach

Sweetest Moment: Holding baby Lucy

Favorite Cat of the week: Audrey, because of how she snuggles in bed with me

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