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escape From New York!

BabyCakes Vegan Bakery goes down South street style + get the look PLUS! shopping rite walk about caroline knows more

Taking charge

The new faces of make it work moments: Jay Waddell, Rob Jones and Joel De Souza

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Welcome to

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We kick off the February/March issue of BRINK with some modifications! First, let’s point out the obvious – we’ve gone bimonthly. The reason for this is to increase circulation and provide a better saturation of BRINK in a wider market. The response that BRINK has received has been excellent and we know that it’s passing through friends hands. So why not let the friend keep the copy?

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Fashion and beauty

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22 Street Style John Katez might have snapped your pic looking flashy on the street

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24 Shopping Rite Check out this must visit shop

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26 Get the Look Get this Look now

Features

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8 Profiler BRINK guest contributor Julian Chambliss conducts an interview with David Liss, author of “The Black Panther”

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12 Taking charge Watch these three movers and shakers as they work their way to the top

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38 The forest breathes Look into the photo journal of Victoria Zeoli

Every Issue

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6 Walk About This month we’re cruising over to Mills 50 to see what’s been developing and what’s new

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9 iWork How does Kristin Weissman, owner and CEO, of Studio K balance her day, find out here

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11 Almost famous Flight case for Sushi

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11 30 second shorts Read a film review in 30 seconds

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42 The Barometer Whats hot, whats not

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21 Honestly Yours Singer LIVE HART opens up about love, loss and more

The second obvious change is that we have gone glossy!

We loved the way the newsprint gave us a down to earth and organic feel, but the glossy truly makes the featured photographers work stand out better than ever.

The third change we have made in our short hiatus was an overhaul of the layout and content. We’ve created a consistent and eye catching layout that we think you will enjoy with every issue. The content has been tweaked slightly to give you, our reader, a further understanding of what’s going on in and out of the community.

With all that said, you hold a great issue in your hands! Photography from the dynamic Victoria Zeoli and a concept styled and conceived by Meagan Butler and Safia Michelle of Lipstick Mixtapes. Plus much more! I truly hope you enjoy this February/ March issue of BRINK (V 2.0) and look for us in April!

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40 Caroline Knows Caroline’s musings and more

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40 You’re Orlando Peter Murphy’s one minute take on Orlando

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The Culture

Escape from New York: BabyCakes Invades Orlando Welcome to the new world. Vegan bakery du jour, BabyCakes, has opened shop in the heart of Downtown Disney and its never tasted so sweet.

Downtown Disney Marketplace (407) 938-9044 www.babycakesnyc.com Hours: Mon-Sun 8 am-11 pm

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hen something is too good to be true, it must be Babycakes bakery. Read on to hear how Owner Erin McKenna got her Vegan NYC bakery in the happiest place on Earth.

BRINK: In the post on the BabyCakes blog you mention that the Downtown Disney location was two years in the making and the secret was hard to keep. What was the initial reaction when first approached about having a location on Walt Disney World property?

Excited? Overwhelming? Nervous?

Gleeful? All of the above?

Erin McKenna: When I was first approached by Larry Levy to partner with him to bring BabyCakes NYC to Downtown Disney I thought it was about time! I always knew that BabyCakes--with our pink striped uniforms and the adorable store stacked with cupcakes, cookies and donuts that everyone was free to indulge in-- would be a perfect fit with Disney. When I told Emily Woesthoff, our General Manager in NY, about us launching in Downtown Disney I think she turned bright pink and almost started crying since she has always been a die-hard Disney fan. I knew in that moment that she would be the only one I would consider going to manage our Disney location.

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B: With millions of tourists (and locals) at Disney each year, were you apprehensive about how BabyCakes and Vegan goodness would be perceived in general on the property?

EM: Although I was a bit nervous about how BabyCakes would be received in Orlando, I was confident that everyone would try it out of curiosity and then would become longtime fans, allergies or not.

That’s how we won over our fans in NY and LA and it’s happening now in Downtown Disney.

B: How did you decide what menu to put together for the Downtown Disney location?

EM: I took a look at what products

were popular in general around Disney and decided on a menu that would fit into the average Disney visitor’s palette and taste.

Donuts were a must, as well as our bite sized brownies and cookie sandwiches and of course our old hero--the cupcake. I also decided that making this location 100% gluten free was a must.

B: What does the future hold for BabyCakes at Downtown Disney?

EM: 2011 is the year of expansion for BabyCakes NYC. I am hopeful that Disney will someday let us open all over the Magic Kingdom and that we’ll make our way to Anaheim as well!

Spotlight

Bit by Bit:

Super Mark Game Art

Calling all gamers! I’m sure you’re hooked to your screen right now with the remote control strapped to the palms of your hands, but have you checked out “Game Art?” Yes, you read it right - video games are no longer just a virtual playground - they have reached fundamental heights in the artistic stream.

Mark Gil Perez is an acrylic painter from Orlando, Florida who’s passionate about Game Art. His paintings were featured at Otronicon 2011 in the Orlando Science Center where all of Orlando’s “hardcore gamers” came out to battle head-to-head with other gamers. Perez’s art does not withstand a glitch. It’s fresh, vibrant and eye catching. Make sure to check Mark Gil Perez at “The Artwork of Mark Gil Perez” on Facebook or www.mgperez.deviantart.com No controller needed.

— Nicole Girata

Sleeping Moon Cafe Sleeping Moon Cafe has only been open for a few short weeks, but one would never know that when walking into the multifaceted uber-cozy coffee house.

Sleeping Moon is a coffee house and art space reserved for all walks of life. Warm paintings line the walls and custom tables with fresh linens tucked underneath tucked tightly under their glass tops and are spread throughout the smartly utilized space.

Strategically placed glassware rests on top of the tables and funky furniture complete the room.

The selection of food ranges from Vegan and Vegetarian items to good old fashioned American eats. Fresh Greek and Summer salads, paninis, (delicious) Vegan cookies and much more are displayed on their menu alongside a great

selection of coffee and tea drinks.

Sleeping Moon is one of the most comfortable spots this side of the galaxy.

495 N. Semoran Blvd Winter Park, FL 32792 Mon-Sat 10:00am-10:00pm 321-295-7844

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Walk About

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PUBLISHER the newsstand orlando editor-in-chieF kyle m menard EXECUTIVE CONSULTANT steven ozer Graphic ky;e m menard casandra gilray Contributors stephanie gail photography anastasia garcia camille chu stephanie gail photography katie bassham kris gilpin nicole girata peter murphy lori parks mary seay amanda sixx caroline st clair camille thomas Guest Contributors safia michelle and meagan butler of lipstick mixtapes www.lipstickmixtapes.com contributing photographer victoia zeoli

Walk and shop at Mills 50

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Mills 50 is one of Orlando’s most active, cosmopolitan areas outside Epcot’s World Showcase, a sampling of diverse cuisine and culture ranging from the flavorful Eastern European International Market and Deli, UK delicacies at the British Shoppe, many exotic, authentic Asian selections like the romantic Vietnamese favorite Lac Viet, and wholesome, vegan food and fresh teas at the bohemian Dandelion Communitea Café. After your expat epicurean escapade, finish with wine, beer and the city’s best live music at the iconic Will’s Pub, or so-yummy-you’d-never-know-it’s-vegan dessert at the charming Rahpsodic Bakery.

Satisfy your after hours hunger at Bananas, the best modern American diner in town, featuring nightly drag shows and comfort food with a saucy twist. Don’t leave without trying their beer battered onion rings and your complementary banana flavored cotton candy. Mills 50 is always alive and kicking, with new treats around every corner! — Mary Seay

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Stay up on what's hot and new. These are based on bookmarks...what people want to try or have tried and need to rave about!

Spooky’s Black Cat Cafe & Milk District Marketplace “Spooky’s is a tiny cafe located on Robinson and Primrose.

Eclectic arts hangs on the walls and funky music fills the air. They offer an array of great draft beers and interesting wines. The menu is small, but the food is worthy of a food-gasam!” Tiffany W.

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Mediterranean Deli “Slam Dunk! The salad was phenom...fresh tomatoes in the salad, Feta that sang. There’s got2B a freekin pound of meat in the Gyro...including drink for $6.99, say what!?”

Tedd S.

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iWork A One Day Journal from Morning Breath to Night Cap

Kristin Weisman, Studio K Being the owner of a multifunctional establishment can be harder than The Rock, but that’s what makes Studio K stand on its own.

What’s a typical day for owner Kristin Weisman? Find out in her own words.

Founder and Owner Kristin Weisman

8:00 AM Arrive at studio and complete first task returning messages and inquiries that have been acquired through the night on all email accounts, our website, Facebook, Twitter and phone! The mission of Studio K is to provide outstanding customer service and we have a 24-hour mandatory response rule.

10:00 AM Classes still going on but meeting with first instructor to go through a revised class offering to bring a new element to her teaching routine. With 13 dance and fitness instructors on-staff, it is so important to connect with them regularly because they are the front lines of this great business!

9:00 AM First class of the day begins!

Help to sign-in and welcome new and current members and be present for all staff in each division of the business.

11:00 AM Hold first meeting of the day with agency staff to look at client projects for the coming week.

1:00 PM Lunch meeting off-property with client to discuss upcoming contract.

2:00 PM Check back with staff who is gearing up for an in-studio photo shoot.

3:00 PM Photo shoot begins and I meet with one of the seven Studio K photographers to discuss their strategy for the shoot to ensure the customer’s ultimate satisfaction.

4:00 PM Photo shoot continues and work with agency team on a variety of projects.

5:00 PM Break from work to change out of suit and into dance clothes for one-hour training session in-studio

for upcoming Pro/Am Latin Ballroom Dance Competition!

6:00 PM Back to work and dance and fitness classes begin for the evening!

8:00 PM Best part about working in a dance studio is that your workout comes to you!

Time for one last class of the day and I make it a point to try every class we offer to ensure our guest’s experience is the best it can be and the quality of our services are at their highest level.

9:00 PM Clean the studio and finish the last

round of work for the day.

10:00 PM Prepare for tomorrow and make my daily and critically important To-Do list so I’m on track for the coming week!

11:00 PM Getting ready for bed to rest and begin it all again tomorrow!

For more on Kristin and Studio K visit, studiokorlando.com

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Another Road Taken...

Before leading this effort, Kristin was the Director of Public Relations for Full Sail University, an award-winning entertainment media college outside of Orlando, FL. In this role Kristin directed both media and community relations, manages special events, and helped to develop the brand and image of the corporation.

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profiler

“If I Can Make It There”:

Bringing the Black Panther Back to New York

By Julian Chambliss Black Panther Images courtesy Marvel Entertainment

David Liss is the author of six novels.

Known best for his historical fiction, Liss’ debut novel, A Conspiracy of Paper (2000) was described by Arthur Golden as “A tale of eighteenth century finance, murder, and religion that is a remarkable debut and a thoroughly satisfying novel. His third and newest novel featuring retired pugilist turned “thief-catcher” Benjamin Weaver, The Devil Company was released in paperback in September. With MA from George State University and an unfinished dissertation exploring eighteenth century British literature on his resume, Liss might be seen as a surprise choice to write for comics.

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Indeed, while a long time comic fan, his first published comic story appeared last year in Daring Mystery Comics 70th Anniversary Special. The story, which gave a never before seen origin to Marvel’s golden age hero, the Phantom Reporter featured art by Jason Armstrong. Liss’ profile has risen with the announcement that at the end of the current Shadowland story arc, Matt Murdock’s Daredevil will once again take a holiday. Murdock’s departure opens the door for a new hero to stalk the means streets of Hell’s Kitchen. The new protector for the quintessential “tough” Marvel neighborhood is none other than T’Challa, the former Black Panther and king of Wakanda.

The first black superhero from Marvel, the Black Panther’s debut marked a crucial push for diversity in comic the 1960s.

Marvel courted readers with emotive stories, thank you notes, letter pages, and a hip inclusive manner that built a diverse fanbase that made it a distinct entity from DC Comics. Despite this, African Americans were largely absent from comic pages in the early 1960s.

In 1966 the Black Panther changed everything. T’Challa was the king of Wakanda, educated in the West and more concerned with protecting his homeland from outside threats than battling crime. Indeed, his costume was not a costume; it is his traditional tribal dress. Created by Stan Lee and Jack Kirby, the Black Panther leads a technologically advanced African nation never conquered by whites. Tapping the zeitgeist of the time, the Panther’s origins, wealth, and motivation represent a subtle acknowledgment of destructive nature of white interaction with Africa.

published book makes sense.

The Black Panther has had an up and down publication history in recent memory. A critically acclaim run by writer Christopher Priest and artist Mark Texeira which ran for sixty-two issues between 1998 and 2003. Priest’s run crystallized much of the Black Panther’s back-story and offered a depiction of the character that touched on geopolitics, social issues, and economic questions.

In 2005, filmmaker Reginald Hudlin relaunched Black Panther with pencils by fan favorite John Romita Jr. Running for 41 issues between 2005-2008, this volume served as the inspiration for the Black Panther motion comic series.

Hudlin’s run continued themes found in Priest’s run, but arguably his characterization of T’Challa offered a more accessible hero and story. The run is also noteworthy for T’Challa marriage, his interaction with other African-American heroes and the integration of elements from classic runs of the Black Panther in 60s and 70s as a scientist and inventor on par with Reed Richard as well as king and warrior. For all the character’s history, T’Challa remains just below the radar for non-comic fans.

With Mr. Liss taking over the character and his return to New York in a civilian guise (he previously masqueraded as school teacher during his Avengers run in the early 1970s) I wanted to ask the writer how he is approaching the character and how he sees T’Challa place in Marvel Universe.

I see the story as that of a man who has been through a crisis and now wants to find out what he is made of and who he is when separated from the apparatus that has defined him his entire adult life.

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Comic creators, recognizing the symbolism, have used the Panther to address racism, colonialism, and apartheid in memorable storylines since his debut. The Black Panther is for many AfricanAmerican readers (and whites) the first positive depiction of a black person they remember in comics (not the first African American, but first black person). Given the character’s importance, the decision once again have him in regularly

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JC: T’Challa has always represented a kind of post-colonial experience. Do you think this matters in terms of your run?

I can say that these issues won’t come into play in the first arc, which is primarily interested in establishing T’Challa in his new role as guardian of Hell’s Kitchen and showing how he deals with his much diminished power set. I happen to be very interested in issues of colonialism and its aftermath, and I would love to have the opportunity to work political themes into my stories, but I need to have an organic reason to do so. Arguably, it’s less easy to come up with ways to deal with the broader political themes

when T’Challa is a vigilante in Hell’s Kitchen instead of an African head of state. On the other hand, New York is a melting pot, and you’ll see right away that I have a number of immigrants in major and minor roles in the first arc, so these issues are never far from my mind.

JC: From the description we see about the new title, T’Challa is coming back to New York to “challenge” himself. This is a classic idea of the American experience (“If I can make it there, I can make it anywhere”) How does that affect your approach to the story?

The idea of T’Challa challenging himself was a bit of a challenge to me because we’re dealing with a character who is extremely well connected in the Marvel universe -- a former Avenger, temporary member of the Fantastic Four, and married to one of the core X-Men. So in order for the idea to make sense, I felt that T’Challa needed to be determined to take on his challenges alone. He has always been portrayed as a headstrong, proud, stubborn character, so that he would reject all help in order to test his own limits made sense to me. I see the story as that of a man who has been through a crisis and now wants to find out what he is made of and who he is when separated from the apparatus that has defined him his entire adult life. In that sense, this is less of a classic American immigration story than a story of classic American individualism and determination.

JC: In the pages of Daredevil, Hell Kitchen has always represented a kind of “rough” urban neighborhood.

It is also a community with strong ties among residents. What opportunities do you see to explore T’Challa through that setting?

T’Challa is an outsider who needs quickly to become an insider in order to gain an understanding of the neighborhood he has chosen to protect. To that end, I am introducing some new supporting characters who will be vehicles for T’Challa to learn about How do you think you will approach Hell’s Kitchen and how this question? things work there. Like Matt Murdock, T’Challa T’Challa is an This is such a tough will come to see Hell’s outsider who question, which is Kitchen as a place probably why I wantneeds quickly where terrible people ed to do a first arc to become an do terrible things, but that dealt with far ordinary people can do insider in order to more practical issues. amazing things. gain an underFirst of all, as you’ve already pointed out, standing of the JC: Race has always T’Challa is an Afrineighborhood he played a part in the can, not an AfricanBlack Panther, either as has chosen to American, and so he unspoken element or protect. is likely to experience explicit story element.

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American race relations very differently than would, say, Luke Cage or Falcon. Secondly, the landscape of American raceawareness has changed so much in the last decade -- first with 9/11 shifting white American anxieties from the internal other to the external other, and secondly with the Obama presidency, which has seemingly authorized coded (and often not-coded) public expressions of racism. When you consider how certain conservative voices have accused Obama of

being an agent of “anti-colonialism,” it seems to me there are certainly opportunities to tie many of these threads together. I may or may not have a clear sense of how I want to do this -- future story arcs are top secret -- but I can say that it is definitely something that is on my mind.

I don’t see any reason why a specific story arc must deal with race or political issues, but I think if I let an entire run pass without grappling with some of these things, it would be rightly viewed as a missed opportunity. []

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the power of pee wee: A play by Play Account As a kid, “Pee-Wee’s Playhouse” and “Pee-Wee’s Big Adventure” opened up a world of exploration, fantasy and intrigue. “The Pee-Wee Herman Show” was on Broadway back in October and had every adult feeling like a little kid again. Before attending the show in NYC - and being a tad social media obsessed - I checked in on Foursquare and earned a special Pee-Wee Herman badge. As the Broadway show came to a close, Mr. Herman surprised loyal Foursquare followers with an “invite only” bowling party. Immediate reactions could be heard in the form of the secret word — “AHHHH!” When we get inside Bowlmor Lanes in Times Square we wandered around and found the bar. I had Pee-Wee themed “Cactus Cocktail” which was delicious (recipe on brinkmag. tumblr.com)! After about an hour or so of hanging out with some of Pee-Wee’s biggest fans, he emerged! He did an impromptu Q&A, answered some silly questions, and told some stories. He was asked

the buzz There are zero limits to the new experiences available to you. Broaden your horizons. Be amazed at how colorful, rich and yummy your life can be.

about the new movie that he’s making with comedy movie superstar Judd Apatow. Pee-Wee said that he had two scripts ready to go, but Apatow hated them, so a new script is in the works. Pee Wee was grateful for his rekindled success and new found fans.

Good for you, Pee-Wee! Bravo!

— Katie Bassham

It is easy to add adventure to your life by simply exploring new places, hobbies, entertainment, food, people and much more. Although most of us like familiarity, know that moving outside your comfort zone will bring you a vast amount of joy and inspiration. Make this the year you spread your wings and refuse to remain stagnant. There is an expansive amount of positive and creative energy circulating in Orlando. – Lori Parks Visit www.brinkmagonline.com for more

Walking and Talking

Switch Up Lifetsyle

If you always do your cardio workout in the gym, vow to walk at Lake Eola once a week and if it is Sunday, you can also cruise the Farmer’s Market.

If you always hit the big chain coffee shops, stop into a local coffee house for a latte, Drunken Monkey is delightful. If movies or shows are your thing, check out what is going on at the Theatre Downtown, Chicago runs until Feb 13th. If you love tasty micro, local or specialty brews, venture from your regular watering hole to places like Imperial, Red Light, Red Light, Kush Ultra Lounge or the Orlando Brewery Company.

If you use television to wind down before sleep, substitute reading at night, you can get gently used books at the Book Worm. If you go to bars or clubs often, mix it up, perhaps bowling, an open mic night, a drum circle, an art gallery or host a tapas evening at your place. Poll your friends and add new stations to your Pandora Radio. Keep an eye out for new businesses opening, such as Sandwich Bar and be the first to try them out.

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If you always opt for Chinese, try out one of the Vietnamese or Thai joints in town. If you always wanted to try belly dancing, meditation, tai-chi, cooking, painting, tennis, gardening or anything, do it!

Our featured Almost Famous artist comes from the music land of Nashville Tennessee. I came across them many years ago in a different project and watched them grow into the band they are now Flight Case For Sushi.

Expect to hear some buzz from these guys this year with their new deal as the first rock band signed with Akon’s label Kon Live.

How did you form Flight Case for Sushi?

Dax: It kinda started with Me, Blair, and Mikey just wanting to make an album. We didn’t have a band, management, label, anything. I just had some ideas for a few songs and together we just made an album and decided we should put a band together, put the album out to see if anyone else dug it as much as we did, and take it from there. Once Ty came along and we wanted to start playing out live, we figured we probably needed a band name!

Blair: Yeah, Dax, Mikey & I had spent many years in another band that had a few near misses but never quite got to where it needed

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Flight Case for Sushi is on a Roll

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to go to maintain. After that we regrouped and decided to make the best album we could on our own & for ourselves. There was no objective other than to make something that we could listen back on and be proud of. It was also a great documentation of where we were all in our lives at that time. And for me I cant say it was a particular happy place.

There was to much uncertainty surrounding the whole thing. But the whole experience of making that record and what transpired that year became the foundation for Flight Case For Sushi. We then pulled Ty in and started building Flight Case from the ground up. The name was essential and a huge part of gaining a fan base relatively quickly after the band was formed.

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Trash humpers Writer-director Harmony (writer of the devastating Kids, director of Julien Donkey-Boy) Korine’s Trash Humpers is out on video extremely ugly, cheap video, which suits the film perfectly. It’s the sometimes funny, nonnarrative “story” of two old men and one old woman who go around their town mindlessly destroying things, cackling, “dancing,” cursing, laughing at kids, getting down with overweight, naked prostitutes and yes, humping trash cans, trees, fences, whatever. The home video-like footage features video rolls, glitches and massive grain. As in Gummo (still Korine’s best film), there are the truly brainless rural locals on display as extras and just when the flick starts to get repetitious/almost boring, it ends — and H.K.’s script endings have always been interesting. If you like his other stuff, you can sit thru this -- if not, it’s for you hardcore weird/nonHollywood/indie-film lovers only. — Kris Gilpin

Peter & Max: A Fables Novel by Bill Willingham This book is perfect for those that are obsessed with the Fable comic book series and those who have never heard of Fables. With that being said, you don’t need to know anything about Fables to understand and enjoy Peter & Max. It tells the story of Peter Piper and his older brother, Max. Peter & Max is fantastically written and more than just a fairytale.

— Katie Bassham Simple Times: Crafts for Poor People by Amy Sedaris A companion to Sedaris’s first book, I Like You, Simple Times is a hilarious collection of crafts that anyone can do regardless of your crafty ability.

There’s a section on “Rabbit Proofing Your Home” and another section recommending things to make as gifts for your Favorite Aunt (Pencil Can), Gift for Dad (Scrap Stamp Box), and Gifts for Someone You Are Dating Who Is at Least 18 Years Younger Than You (Gingham Bottoms).

— Katie Bassham

Welcome to the Rileys Jake Scott’s 2nd feature, Welcome to the Rileys, is a good character piece and it’s good to see that he hasn’t followed in the over-production of his father’s (Ridley Scott) recent historical bores, or the sometimes MTVish over-editing of his uncle Tony’s action epics. James Gandolfini (always a good actor) leaves his wife, Melissa Leo (great here), goes to N’Orleans for business, and meets a young stripper (Kristen Stewart, who proves again she really can act when not walking thru a Twilight bore-fest) who reminds him of their late daughter, so he decides to stay there and look after her for a while. As already noted, the acting is all very good and just when you fear the story will be wrapped up in a typically neat, forced Hollytrite bow, which would’ve ruined the film, thank God it isn’t. If you want a quiet little drama one night, it’s worthy of a rental. — Kris Gilpin

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taking charge

From the studio to the club, Rob Jones, Jay Waddell and Joel De Souza (pictured left to right) are moving and shaking their way around central Florida as the future of a new wave of entreprenurs. Safia Michelle of Lipstick Mixtapes brand caught up with the trio and conceptualized a feature exclusively for BRINK. By: Lipstick Mixtapes Photos by: Victoria Zeoli Location: Achilles Cafe

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accessory. All you need is that and afterwards all eyes will be on you - trust me!

LM: How do you think women feel about most men’s style?

RJ: I think that most women feel that a lot of men styles are quite boring, most stores that sell men’s clothing target more of the status quo commercially and there aren’t many stores that will take the creative risk, because of negative response they feel they will receive.

This is why boutiquing is such a critical factor to the success of businesses like Posh. I create pieces that allow men the creative control to dress fashionable and affordable, “It shouldn’t cost a fortunate to be Posh” Men’s style is quite blah to be honest and women sense that and feel that there is nothing to him, because expressing yourself says a lot about your attitude. Women are up on their fashion game, so fellas step your game up and try one of our bowties and watch the response and attention you receive.

LM: Why do you feel your business is necessary?

RJ: I feel Posh is needed, because it exemplifies hope, inspiration and most importantly love! Not many people can say that about their business and the return of my investment is a positive impact on my generation to let the younger generation know that anything is possible.

Rob Jones | Poshion

If you’re ready to step out of boring and step into WOW then put on one of our bowties and watch as more people notice you! When you put on a bowtie, get ready to ROCK that Posh look!

LM: Have you been stood up on date before?

Name Rob Jones aka Puff Occupation Exclusive bowtie clothier & designer Website www.poshion.com Twitter @poshion_llc Facebook www.facebook.com/poshion.llc Email info@poshion.com customer_service@poshion. com Phone 407-588-7674 What I’m doing is taking Orlando to a place they have never seen before in the fashion game from an urban stand point.

It’s time to push down walls and open the creativity of style in Central Florida.

Lipstick Mixtapes: Who and what inspires you to continue your business?

Rob Jones: The first principle to my life is the words from the good book and the man from upstairs. That gives me strength, inspiration and desire to become greater internally.

My greatest inspirations in the natural world would have be most importantly is MY FAMILY. Money hungry suckas don’t win; it’s all about the dream achievers that plan and prosper – Believe that!

LM: What’s the most important piece in a wardrobe when getting ready for a date?

RJ: Well, for the ladies I think it’s the shoes and the accessories that compliment her attitude and her outfit. For the gentlemen, the most important piece to his wardrobe is his Posh bowtie, because you can’t go wrong with a Posh

RJ: Ummmm to be honest, I’ve never been stood up; I do everything necessary to make any of my past dates a success. I looked forward to my dates and so did she!

SN: Do everything in your will to make her comfortable and make sure to throw one or two jokes in the mix (no corny jokes though, because you’ll definitely get stood up).

LM: What’s the future for Poshion LLC? RJ: Four years ago, Posh started as a mere dream that was created into something larger than expected. The dream soon developed into a reality like no other, changing the way men would be represented in fashion forever.

Ultimately, our goal is to be a successful enterprise which in return will promote success, inspiration and guidance that will benefit our young ones that are in need the most.

The future for Posh looks very promising and we are moving into a direction where we can tap into just about every market in the fashion world. Look out for Posh kids, Posh cardigans, Posh socks, Posh scarves, Posh shirts and jeans just to name a few things in the works.

The brand is born! Eventually, Posh will be a household name around your home and the fashion world. Again, we want to thank all of our clients and business partners who understand our vision and backing us up 100-percent. Warm up!

Much Love, Rob Jones-owner www.poshion.com

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Four years ago, a 30 something Rob Jones had a dream — a dream to redefine and live differently. A self-proclaimed fashion junkie he noticed the mediocrity seen in men’s fashion. He felt what was seen in most men’s stores and what men themselves were wearing was mundane and fads that didn’t represent how a man should be seen. Rob wanted to represent himself as confident and sophisticated in a world filled with White T’s and saggy pants. He started to think and put together a vision and speak with those closest to him. His visions began to form and that formation took on the name of “Poshion Bowties.” ¶ Rob declares that Poshion Bowties was trusted by instinct and inspiration through music the severe urge to fill a gap in fashion. Now in the fourth year of solidifying his brand as one to be recognized and embraced, “Posh” as he likes to be called, is the new heavy hitter in men’s accessories. Posh wants every man to feel that “wow” factor when he leaves the house. Once you see what the hype is all about you’ll want a small piece of Posh’s dream too.

Much Love, Rob Jones-owner, www.poshion.com

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Jay Waddell | Trackoholic Music Group Name Jay Waddell Occupation CEO Trackoholic Music Group Website www.trackoholicmusic.com Facebook www.facebook.com/ijaywaddell Twitter @trackoholicjay Email TheTrackoholics@gmail.com

TJ: In the ever changing music industry it’s always a challenge to create timeless music while remaining relevant. We have created a standard of original music that crosses most genres mixed with a unique business approach that sets apart from the competition.

Lipstick Mixtapes: What’s the most important piece in your wardrobe when getting ready for a date?

Trackoholic Jay: Whenever I’m getting ready for a date, the most important piece to my wardrobe has to be the choice of cologne. Just the smell alone can captivate your date instantly off contact. That’s a winner to me.

LM: What’s it like being stood up on a date?

TJ: Actually the closest I’ve come to being stood up on a date is being cancelled on. I can only imagine asking for the tab for two glasses of water. Haha…

LM: How do you think women feel about most men’s style?

TJ:I think that women are typically disappointed by the mass amounts of fads and trendy styles amongst men these days, when all it takes is a classic look mixed with swagger to compliment any beautiful woman’s style.

LM: Why do you feel your business is necessary?

LM: What does 2011 hold for the Trackoholics?

TJ: After having our most successful year to date in 2010, we started 2011 off by being nominated for Orlando’s “Producers of The Year” at the Orlando Hip Hop Awards, and are releasing our first album “Trackoholics Anonymous” featuring a lot of our records we have produced for artists over the past few months. We are also currently working with a few major labels and songwriters on new material and are working towards landing our own publishing or production deal. Just expect more music and influence around the city! Greatness!

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Joel De Souza | Im Da Party Name Joel De Souza Occupation Entertainment promoter Website www.imdaparty.com Twitter @imdaparty Facebook www.facebook.com/imdaparty What I’m doing for Orlando: Joel De Souza of www.imddaparty.com is bringing a new touch to Orlando entertainment life As an entertainment promoter his company is allowing people to have an open mind about new ways to be entertained with innovative events and shows such as last months “The Singles Speed Dating” event and Hugely successful “Blueprint Fashion Show” held Christmas 2010 all the proceeds for the event went to the Mending Hearts Charity of Orlando. With the new year coming Imdaparty.com will host an array of events for all Orlando’s young, hot and fabulous to participate. Joel wants his company to be a one stop event shop for Orlando’s party-goers and a pinnacle of sophistication and diversity that is above all the rest.

Lipstick Mixtapes caught up with Joel and asked him a couple questions about his style and the future of www.imdaparty.com Lipstick Mixtapes: What’s the most important piece in your wardrobe when getting ready for a date? www.imdaparty.com: My timepiece and shoes.

Those two elements say a lot about a man.

LM: How do you think women feel about most men’s style?

IDP: Women pay a lot more attention to a man style or swag nowadays. I believe people base their opinions on the first look, so a man should not neglect his style when he’s trying to impress a woman.

LM: Why do you feel your business is necessary?

IDP: My business is an outlet for people to escape their stress. www.imdaparty.com gives them something to look forward to at the end of their week, something exciting to get into.

I think it’s important for adults to keep a wellrounded social and mental balance.

LM: What’s it like being stood up on a date?

IDP: I don’t’ know it hasn’t happen yet, lol!

LM: What’s 2011hold for Imdaparty.com?

IDP: Well this year we are looking at breaking new ground in events and entertainment. I have new and innovative ideas for some of the best events, fundraisers and parties Orlando has seen. Plans for a radio station are being developed as well as producing theatric plays and movies. I’m very excited about non for -profit organization “Built Today a Better Tomorrow” which will start in March to help the less fortunate and represent Orlando proudly.

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Honestly Yours: Live Hart

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How did you get your start in music? I read in your bio that you started in a group called “Urbanesque.” Actually, music started for me when I was 8 years old. That was the age my father introduced me to my first instrument which was the guitar. From there, I played the alto saxophone and trombone throughout middle school and all through high school. When I moved down to Florida is when I met the girls. We later formed the group Urbanesque and signed with Titanium Records, managed by Veit Renn. I had the best time of my life working in that environment. We had a lot of fun and we really learned a lot from each other. Looking back, the experience was priceless!

“Music started for me when I was 8 years old.

That was the age my father introduced me to my first instrument which was the guitar.” are musicians the world hasn’t even heard about yet, but will. The fearless open mic artist, the coffee shop player, those people inspire me. On a more mainstream level, artist like Bruno Mars, Justin Nozuka, Ben Harper, Lauryn Hill assures me that my music has a place in the world.

Do you have a dream collaboration? I would really like to work with Gabe Bondoc! He’s a singer/ songwriter I discovered while I was surfing YouTube. I just love what he does musically. His chord voicing and progressions are genius. I think he’s from another planet. He’s gifted!

Can you elaborate on the “Feel Good Music Project?” The ‘Feel Good Music Project’ is an opportunity for you to become a part of my upcoming album. For more information visit www.livehartonline.com

What’s the inspiration behind your song, “Please Don’t Say it’s Over? During the time that I wrote ‘Please Don’t Say It’s Over’, I was nearing the end of a relationship that I really didn’t want to believe was over, but it was. I felt that putting my feelings into song would help me move past the rejection; and it did!

Works every time, *wink*!

Do you think that “Please Don’t we can become so closed in by Say it’s Over” is your favorite our feelings that we think we’re song from your catalog? If I had the only one on the planet going children…that’s kind of asking me, through it. This isn’t true. We all “Do you have a favorite son or go through the same emotions, daughter?” My answer would be no. I so it’s really important to know love what I that you’re never do. I love alone. If I’m able to write to touch at least “I love what I do. I love and one person with turn an to write and turn an this message, that emotion would be a mission emotion into a melody.” into a accomplished! melody.

The process for me is almost like child birth because I go so deep within myself to find what’s there. Therefore, all my songs are special or favorites of mine because I work so hard to conceive them.

The track, “This is Me,” is like an anthem for empowerment – is that the feeling you were trying to convey? Definitely! ‘This is Me’ is a song that confirms to everyone that they are not alone in what her or she may be going through. Sometimes,

Getting into the mind of someone other than yourself

What has been some of the highlights of your career thus far? I think one of the biggest highlights so far has been opening for Monica. The thought of performing for her fans was such a daunting feeling. I was very nervous that night. But, once I got on stage and started playing those crazy feelings vanished! Her fans are amazing and I look forward to all that is coming my way!

How do you think media sites play a role in reaching your

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What are you working on now?

Well, you can definitely expect more music, that’s for sure! I’m currently working on a new EP which I plan to release in the spring. I’m also featured on a few records by some new artists coming out. I’ll be traveling this year, so I’m definitely looking forward to performing and meeting new fans. I caught the acting bug last year while filming ‘Casting Stones’, so I’ve been exercising my acting chops on a few scripts I’m reading.

Shout out to my casting directors, holla!!

fans, both old and new? Right now, the internet is one of the most powerful forms of communication we have, so it’s crucial that independent artists, like me, try to maximize their exposure.

It has definitely helped me reach people I wouldn’t normally be able to reach without having a huge promotional team behind Anything else you would like to me. I’m able to continually conmention? Yes. My new single and nect with my fans as well as gain music video for ‘Please Don’t Say It’s new fans daily through FaceOver’ is available on iTunes. If you book, Twitter, YouTube and other haven’t done so, please download it social media sites. So, with that and continue to support new music. being said, I’m Now, this is for thankful my dreamers… for this “We all go through the please follow technolyour dreams. ogy and same emotions, so it’s Allow the one every really important to know who speaks friend your heart request, that you’re never alone.” to take you to new lol!! heights. The gifts you have are Who are so special and must be shared with some of your favorite artthe rest of us. Thank you for supportists? Who inspires you? ing me. The love you have shown, I Some of my favorite artist give back to you <3.

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Static Pop Culture Boutique Years ago there were plenty of little culture boutiques here in Orlando that thrived on the business of the citizens of the “city beautiful.” When the economy seemed to implode in 2008-2009, most of those boutiques soon vanished and we were only left with a handful of men’s and women’s shops.

Static Pop Culture Boutique has been around for 20 years and shows no sign of slowing down. When walking into the relocated shop (from Orlando Ave to

University Blvd) it’s hard not to notice the store is filled to the brim with inventory. From Fred & Friends toaster stamps and David

& Goliath oversized postcards to hundreds of band and concert tee’s – this place is a mecca for all things trendy. Men’s

and Women’s clothing share the floor and accessories line the square central counter.

Static also houses hundreds of great gift ideas for any occasion.

Stop by Static today and check out what they might have for your inner hippie/trendsetter/ band freak/every day person and help support your very own little culture boutique.

____________________ Find Static at 7628 University Blvd Winter Park, FL, 32792 www.shopstatic.com

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violated by the trademarked colors and image details. eware Their business of by cami lle tho custom shoe-making mas expanded rapidly, inspiring them to keep on selling a variation of the shoes, keeping the working LED lights embedded in tongue. The “Cease” and the “Desist” sneakers, named as reminders to adapt and persist against obstacles, are big sellers still. Their success has also inspired the launch of Diversitile’s clothing line this past September.

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year, the guys behind Diversitile Custom Clothing experienced how quickly business can boom beyond the Central Florida scene. When the new Iron Man sequel came to theaters, Chris Campbell, Rich Gordon, and John Terramoccia were inspired to make a few pairs of custom sneakers based on War Machine and Iron Man’s armor. Blogs and other outlets of the tech, film, comic, and sneaker communities caught wind of the sneakers and soon the emails were pouring in.

“We were getting an email every two minutes. My Blackberry was vibrating like crazy- like the commercial where the whole network is calling, like that.” (Gordon shakes his phone on the table to demonstrate.)

Marvel quickly sent them an email stating they must cease and desist selling their sneakers ASAP because of copyright laws,

The clothing line is meant to be a more affordable way to support the custom-shoe company. Four to five years ago when the graduates of the University of Central Florida originally tried to appeal to the college market, Campbell and Gordon began to understand that not everyone can afford to customize sneakers that are expensive to begin with.

A custom job from Diversitile, which includes the sneaker, can cost between $200 and $600 depending on the request and how much time it takes to complete. Many of their orders are local, but most of them come from outside buyers.

“Orlando is growing as far as fashion on the

H&M is celebrating ten years of fashion in the United States. With three stores in Florida, its time to make your way to one of them and discover how to pull your own look together. No more transforming yourself into the latest reincarnation of any Kardashian make fashion your own.

With hundreds of looks and styles, there’s never been an easier time to spend 30 bucks and recreate yourself - its a new year after all. From premium denim and sleek shoes to vibrant accessories and chic tops H &M has you covered this Winter.

Florida Mall 8001 S Orange Blossom Trl Orlando, FL 32809 Seminole Towne Center 200 Towne Center Cir Sanford, FL 32771

The Gardens Mall 3101 PGA Blvd Palm Beach Gardens, FL 33410 www.hm.com

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whole, but people aren’t that open,” Gordon says.

“A part of the problem is the tourism. A lot of people come but don’t stay here,” Campbell adds.

“Other companies like us are going against the grain.

There are some boutiques and places that are upand-coming, but we survive by people buying online.”

Diversitile also credits some of their success to teamwork, because most shoe customs are operated by one person. Having three people adds to the creative and business processes, both of which the company is serious about. And when it comes to using that creativity for other people’s ideas, to say the least, they get a lot of interesting requests.

“We had to design this shoe for a doctor,” Campbell says. “He asked us to make a carton version of him fighting off viruses, like evil viruses. He wanted to be holding an I.V. See, on this side he’s fighting them and on the other shoe he’s in a field with his team.”

“A lot of times we’ll get another idea from a customer’s idea,” Campbell says.

“So many people don’t want to wear the shoes! We consider it wearable art,” says Gordon. “We want the shoe to get old.”

Above expanding their custom shoes and even above the creative process, is a love of what they do.

When presented with the “Desist” shoe and pressing the LED light, “Cool!” slips out past what would normally be objective lips. A smile grew on Gordon and Cambell’s faces. Clearly, there is also a desire that other people love what they do too. www.diversitile.com

“I love the fact that H&M have created a new phenomenon in fashion through the pioneering concept of collaborating with high-end designers to create one-off limited edition capsule collections.”

– MATTHEW WILLIAMSON

“H&M has made fashion less pretentious, but still fashion and that’s very important.”

– KARL LAGERFELD

“If Haute couture is the most sublime form of fashion, H&M is fashion at its most democratic.”

– VIKTOR AND ROLF

Images courtesy of H&M

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J’s Everyday Fashion: Brazilian Moda

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Everyday Fashion is a blog dedicated to discovering and executing “functional, easy and affordable” looks seen in the pages of your favorite magazines (ahem!).

Check out what J has to say about (borrowed) Brazilian Moda fashions and how she works it out.

I recently teamed up with Brazilian Moda to create three examples of how you can easily transition your workout clothes into a cute outfit for running errands. Check out their site, www. brazilianmoda.com for more information!

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LOOK 1 Extra long top with LOOK 2 unique back, $58 Supplex basic capri, $56 How I did it: This look is perfect for days when you didn’t sweat a lot and are running out the door. Just throw on a hooded sweater over your shirt (way cuter than a hooded sweatshirt) and switch out your gym shoes for some fuzzy boots. You instantly look comfy chic!

$48 Supplex Pants with belt loop and pockets, $85 Touch Light Second Skin Tank, $29 (on sale) Mesh Sleeveless Vest with Hoodie, $60

enough for errands). I also threw on a vest from Brazilian Moda (second picture), and snow boots and a puffer jacket (third picture).

Which look is your favorite?

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LOOK 2 Supplex Long Tank with crisscross back, $46 Supplex basic capri, $56 How I did it: After a super-sweaty workout, I always recommend removing your shirt to prevent breakouts.

But don’t just throw on a ratty old t-shirt. Step up your game by wearing an inexpensive graphic t-shirt from Forever 21 or Gap. Throw on an army jacket for more coverage, and boots to brave the snow!

LOOK 3

LOOK 3 Supplex Long Top cut on the sides,

“I’m just an everyday girl, bridging the gap between fashion fantasy and clothes for everyday life! ”

How I did it: I changed out of my sweaty shirt and into a printed top from Brazilian Moda. This top is the perfect cross between workout clothes (so you don’t mind if it gets sweaty) and streetwear (looks cute

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www.jseverydayfashion.com Disclaimer: clothes that are from Brazilian Moda are listed below each picture, and do not belong to me. I chose a couple items to keep for future use, and any items not listed are my regular ‘ole clothes. See my disclosure policy for more info.

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hey say you can tell a lot about a woman by what’s in her handbag. Fumi helps with the rest.

The statement on Fumi’s website reads, “at FUMI, Inc. we are dedicated to providing solutions to everyday problems with Fashionable, Unique, Multipurpose and Innovative products” and that’s exactly what they have accomplished with their multifunctional accessories.

Fumi was established in 2007 with the intent to create and manufacture multipurpose items for everyday problems while making it look good. Hundreds of products from purse hooks to sunglass cloth cleaners as well as hand bags and “must have items under $20” are available on the Fumi website. The idea behind most of the Fumi products is to create a multipurpose all in one item, i.e. a bracelet turns into a purse hook and a purse accessory turns into a sunglass cleaning cloth.

The attention to detail that has gone into each item is the most intriguing with the use of crystals, various silk

fabric types, and overall craftsmanship.

If you can tell a lot by a woman by what’s in her hand bag, then it’s time to start looking at what’s holding the hand bag in place. www.pursehook.net

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cuddle up closer and whisper something naughty in his…. oh my god, his ears are gunked with earwax! Ewww!

Naughty fantasy instantly shatters like a mirror against the sidewalk. Guys, we look at all of you and that includes your ears, so start making a habit of making sure they are clean. I don’t mean you have to go poking around with a q-tip and bust your damn eardrum, just use your finger to stick a soapy washcloth in there and scrub around when you’re in the shower. Easy as that, right?

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eing on the sparkling brink of the New Year, so filled with promise and new beginnings, I want to address the importance that personal grooming can have on one’s pursuit of happiness in life. What is on the inside does matter most, but the physical person you present to the world can drastically affect your health, wealth and social life. Because women are drilled about physical maintenance practically from birth I direct the following towards the gentlemen out there who might, er, overlook some of the basic-but oh so important--daily rituals of personal hygiene.

Let’s go over a few points often neglected by today’s busy modern man:

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­ Teeth – When visiting a male friend’s bathroom it is not uncommon to encounter their toothbrush hanging there with the bristles so worn and splayed out it looks as though it was used to scrub grout. This is not only unseemly it is unhealthy. Do not skimp on buying a new toothbrush when your old one starts to look worn—we are talking about a

couple of bucks here. Also, we are all adults now and therefore must FLOSS daily…no one will want to kiss you if your teeth are crammed with remnants of last night’s kung pao chicken.

Ears – How many times in my single-girl past did I find myself flirting with a handsome man, thinking about how I’d how like to

Breath – I’d love to see stats on how many men have unwittingly forfeited a chance to get laid simply because their breath stank. If you are following the aforementioned dental hygiene, congratulations, you’re already half way there. Just make sure you are also brushing your tongue really good too since that is where a lot of the bacteria that causes cryptbreath lingers. Next step is to always carry breath mints with you and use them. And if you smoke, well for chrissakes, just stop because that is making everything horrible—least of all your breath!

Here’s to 2011 full of whitetoothed, fresh-breathed charming men and may they all have naughty sweet things whispered into their squeaky clean ears!

You’re Orlando with peter Murphy Dear Grandma, I can’t believe it’s 2011- I guess it had to happen sometime right?

BTW: Glad you’re still alive.

This year marks my third year in Orlando, and things are great.

This land-O is a hipster paradise, and by that I mean people just love to talk about how much they hate this city. Most downtown

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bars I go to are filled with people that like to talk about how disgruntled they are. Not even Mickey Mouse is exempt to critique, and his tourist tax is really going to help our new performing arts hall, Amway Center, and Citrus Bowl renovations- I guess it makes you look really cool to hate stuff.

People are so silly.

Anyhow, thanks for being my big-

gest fan, Orlando LIVE is going well. This year we’re going to have a show the last Sunday of every month, and every Thursday.

- Send condoms, & money.

Keep Orlando Awesome.

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BRINK is back. @essb My criss-cross applesauce vibes worked!! I flew thru secuuurrrityy!!!

Now I need a nap. #zombie

The Beacham Theatre downtown.

Please sir, can I have some more?

Early offerings from Britney, Gaga, and Avril are giving pop music a new wave.

@dylanosborne How does one get photos published in local magazine?

Other than Orlando weekly, are there any magazines from the Orlando area that you cool cats read?

www.fredflare.com Just go. And buy stuff.

Disney to no longer have free-roaming characters.

“Orlando Calling:” festival.

So excited, but limited info is met with limited hope.

Jay Z and Kanye joint release.

Let’s hope the joint album is northing like the horrid singles.

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Central Florida Top 5 With central Florida growing at warp speed it’s nearly impossible to navigate the different events and various happenings in the area. Lucky for us, Bess Auer has compiled everything and anything happening with her top picks on her appropriately titled site,

Central Florida Top 5.

Founded in the summer of 2009, CFT5 has a listing of upcoming events featuring performing arts, visual arts, literary, family, charity, special events, sporting, fitness and music and more. Her panel of judge’s weigh in on what are the hottest picks and choose the ‘top 5.”

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CFT5 is a “must” for any Floridian looking to get around town and find out what’s new and happening. We’ll leave warp speed up to you.

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