March by BRINK Magazine

2010

march

culture

11 WALK ABOUT 42 SAY HELLO 14 CULTURE CLUB

features

36 THE RANT WITH KAT PEABODY this month, kat’s lettin’ us all know to get “green clean”

inside

2 CONTENTS 29 a look into dixie lee photography 7 ED LETTER 8 CONTRIBUTORS take the journey through this 9 FEEDBACK amazing photo spread by 12 I AM MARCH MADNESS, dixie lee photography and AND YOU CAN BE TOO!!! you’ll be glad you boarded. 26 JACKIE C IS OVER IT jackie c is over plastic surgery. heidi montag, watch your back.

+music +movie +tv +dvd +media +spirituality +eco living 22 BEAUTY bargain buys stephanie has got the top 3 beauty buys for your buck + special beauty advice from guest writers lipstick mixtapes! 41 CAROLINE KNOWS boys, boys, boys. will they ever learn? living and loving with your boyfriend and your roomate. 38 HAPPENINGS 41 HOROSCOPE 43 THE BAROMETER

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MARCH

ED LETTER

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Welcome to the March issue of BRINK. Last month I was sitting watching the Grammy’s on CBS, I couldn’t help be abundantly inspired. Green Day with their “21st Century Breakdown” Broadway cast, Maxwell with Roberta Flack, Beyonce singing Alanis Morissette’s “You Oughta Know,” P!nk hanging from the rafters in harmony, and a slew of other greats doing what they do. They inspire me to keep moving, to make me want to strive to do my best and make everything I do continue to grow. In the past few years, I have seen Orlando grow. This town has constantly been on the “cusp,” but when will it tip over and become the full fledge city like most of us want and desire? I stay in Orlando because its small enough to get around easily, but big enough to be accessible to great food and entertainment. In the past year alone, I have seen multiple shops and restaurants open (Bold Hype, Bikes, Beans & Bordeaux), celebrity scandals (Tiger, Shaq, Dwight), celebrity incomings (Beyonce and Jay Z moving to Orlando?!), big events happening (Snap! Orlando) and venues being built (Amway center). Its happening now, and as citizens of “the city beautiful” we get to sit back and watch.

Out of This World: Extraordinary Costumes From Film and Television at The History Center

Thom Filicia at Robb & Stucky

This past month has been one of the most gratifying experiences for BRINK since our conception. We have received a lot of fantastic feedback on the magazine, the articles and where the magazine is headed. We delivered issues all over town to some of the places we think BRINK would be best received as well as finding new places to have BRINK placed. Everything we do at BRINK is “home grown.” We have no delivery trucks, we have no plan-o-grams, and we sure don’t have a budget. We do have a positive burst of energy about discovery, writing, designing, planning and producing. We’re going to keep moving forward giving you a platform to discover local photographers, artists, musicians and keep bringing new, interesting and insightful articles, from Bold Hype to Beyonce. Enjoy this new issue of BRINK featuring the major photography of Dixie Lee, plus inside looks at some of the most interesting things happening in and out of the cusp. - Kyle M Menard

CONTRIBUTORS Jackie C.’s professional career has led her through TV news, film and Reality TV production, and social work. She holds degrees in Broadcast Journalism and Film, and continues to work as a writer and producer by night, while holding down a “normal” day-job. She’s been an onagain/off-again O-town resident since the age of seven and resides on the East side of the metro area, which she lovingly refers to as “Uppermiddle-class-suburban Hades.” She can be found hanging out anywhere there’s fresh air and trees, good beer or free wi-fi.

I’m Patrick Johnson and I live in Orlando, Florida. I enjoy the entertainment business, particularly the animation film aspect. Working on a degree in advertising from International Academy of Art & Design. Three words to describe myself - hardworking. Alphamale. Jackhammer. Caroline St. Clair is a marketing brand manager and spends the weekends scouring thrift stores, hanging out in the backyard with friends, and dj'ing at venues around town. A talented listener, she has earned the unofficial role of "therapist" to many of her friends by analyzing and offering frank advice on their relationship issues. Caroline St. Clair lives in downtown Orlando with her Chihuahua-mix, Gibby, four cats and two pet chickens.

Jonathan Woodard is a musician/educator who lives in the artsy borough of Boston known as Jamaica Plain. He can be found regularly at various local haunts, in which people thinks he works there. He spends his time away from his beloved Celtics working in his band Lono and watching far to many movies. He enjoys fine wine and cheeses.

Please feel free to send any threats, concerns, propositions, jokes, barbs, banter or any other form of correspondence to: woodardlovesyou@earthlink.net

My name is Stephanie Crisan and I live a fabulous life in New York City. I am currently an Advertising and Marketing Communications major at the Fashion Institute at Technology. I am a certified makeup artist and a cosmetics fanatic. There is nothing I love more than a little retail therapy at my neighborhood Sephora.

“Kat Peabody” is a mystery. By the quotes, you can tell this is not her real name. She says what she wants and encourages BRINK readers to do the same. With a strong passion for charitable causes, volunteerism and general kindness, “Ms. Peabody” lives her life trying to inspire others to think about the world around them and the world abroad and to put those thoughts into action. “The Rant with Kat Peabody” is a forum to invite readers to do something meaningful in their community. She is a single, professional girl living in Orlando. Three words to describe “Kat Peabody” would be- quirky, bold and driven.

Hello, I’m Katie B. I'm kinda socially awkward and borderline shy (chalk it up to my astrological sign if you wish), but when given a good topic I can be quite a chatty-cathy! 8

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DISSECTING THE COVER

meet TOMMY.

1 4

not jared leto.

in Orange City that I’ve done a few shoots at. I love working in wooded areas with abandoned houses because you have free range to run around and there’s always plenty of fun things lying around to use as props.

1 I do a lot of creative writing and post most of it on my blog at animalsandmonsters.tumblr.com

3 I’m a big movie buff. I love horror movies and dark comedies. I have a “Dawn of the Dead” comic book signed by George Romero that my room mate bought for me when we were 16.

I love gorillas. I have one tattoo’d on my calf.

not jake gyllenhaal. We received quite a bit of feedback on our cover star and decided to ask him a few things about himself. Here’s what he had to say in his own words. Meet Tommy.

2taken The spot that was in is just a field

not john mayer.

4 I have no idea who that chair belongs to because Toria and I found it in an abandoned house we were shooting near. I just lifted it up and carried it out in the middle of a field. It’s probably still sitting there.

6 I absolutely detest being told I look like Jared Leto or John Mayer. I have no bigger pet peeve than that. 9

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Walkabout

WHO THOUGHT WALKING AND SHOPPING AROUND THE CITY BEAUTIFUL COULDN’T BE DONE? This week Mary Seay heads over to College Park and walks up and down Edgewater Drive. From what you may already know to what you may have missed, check this out. College park Edgewater Drive, orlando, Fl 32804

Infusion Tea: A great place to begin your shop-hopping day, or the perfect zen atmosphere for a cozy, soulcleansing night cap. Infusion Tea offers such a quality selection of teas, several other cafés and coffee shops in O-town purchase their own tea supply here. While their menu brims with savory vegetarian and vegan fare, I couldn't help salivating over the new gelato and gourmet dessert additions. It's easy to snuggle up with the free wi-fi and soft background music. Sometimes it's foreground music, when Infusion hosts local musicians. Grab one of their comfy couches for all sorts of group meetings, from book clubs to knitting groups. When it's time to stretch your legs, browse the inhouse Artistree Co-op shop for gorgeous handmade gifts. If there wasn't so much to do on these College Park blocks, Infusion Tea could fully satisfy a case of cabin fever all by itself. 1600 Edgewater Dr M-F 8am - 10pm

Cefiore: By pretty in pink, I mean pretty tasty! Cefiore is College Park’s signature frozen yogurt, or froyo shop, offering 7 palate-pleasing flavors made with live & active cultures. Its decor pops in pastel confectionery colors, making it fun to chill and take advantage of the free wi-fi. Whether you’re craving dark chocolate, crunchy pomegranate or cool kiwi, a delicious variety of healthy yogurt toppings are sure to satisfy your sweet tooth. For froyo on the go, opt for a fresh fruit smoothie. If you’re down with some gummy goodness, be sure to garnish your fave flavor with some japanese mochi! IMHO it’s the best topping on the menu. 2140 Edgewater Dr M-Sat 11am-10pm Sun 11am-9pm

Dechoes: What can I say? Sparkly things easily distract me, especially when it’s a good bargain in excellent condition. If you like to ooh and ah over all brands of funky fashion, from vintage baubles to likenew Burberry, this trendy and tasteful couture and collectibles boutique is your kind of shopping experience. Be prepared to go ga-ga; there’s almost too many pieces of statement jewelry to choose from! And don’t get me started on the handbags. Okay, get me started, they’re as super cute as they are unique. 2114 Edgewater Dr M-Sat 11am-6pm

Pop City Comics: My, and soon to be your new go-to shop for all our comic and pop culture needs. They’ve got everything you could ever want - or already had that your mother accidentally sold at her last yard sale: vintage games and action figures, sexy geek apparel, Gen-1 Transformers pencil toppers (hey, I’ve got to entertain myself at work somehow), and so many comics from Marvel to manga your eyes will do the emoticon swirl @_@. If you frequently camp out in line when the next issue in your favorite series hits shelves, Pop City has you covered with a first-rate subscription service. They truly treat you like family here, the kick ass cousin who plays hours of old school Nintendo with you kind of family. Because, oh yes, they have the dorm room couch and the classic consoles to match. Feel free to hang out, beat the high score and find your fave comic or collectible all in one spot. 2114 Edgewater Dr TuesSat 11am-9pm

by Jonathan woodard

I AM MARCH MADNESS, AND YOU CAN BE TOO!!!!

n Just-

spring when the world is mudluscious…..

Oh, e.e., you coy son of a bitch you were always right…. A brief moment of a preferred work from one of my favorite poets aside, I now bid you welcome, true believers, to the wondrous rising of March. A tale so ripe in peril that I often wonder if this, beyond all other months, is the one time of the year where everything starts to ignite into small bonfires that shall soon convene into one heaping inferno come the adolescence of the year. Those months where the action is supposed to be more alive… but I think not. I think the real action is here, the slow thawing of Winter Daze drawing us out crazy eyed from our hovels and into a whole smack load of trouble. A trouble so dubious in design that that unassuming “How Do You Do?” front end of the month is nothing but a figment, cast aside like a forgotten waste out the window. How can such things be sprung upon us? How can they throw us down, oh so fast? Have we ever thought to be so aware so soon? Perhaps this is the question… Here now are the roadside flairs of how the “March” shall proceed. Be careful. Take Care. Prepare ye self. For the faint of heart ne’er dear dwell round these parts:

While the former part of the month is rested in a lull set from fuzzy thoughts and to many layers, the half way point throws an (un-ironic) dagger into the heart of the matter. First case: the Ides of March….

THE IDES: MARCH 15TH A date marked by the Roman celebration of Mars, usually commenced with a Militaristic parade to herald the God of War. Most notably, through no slight of provocation through the good Bard, is considered the forewarned death of Julius Ceaser in 44 B.C. “Beware the Ides of March” Soothsayers, in all sorts, seem to be in the know. I’d believe them… (After a questionable response from Caesar), Brutus says: “A soothsayer bids you beware the Ides of March.” That’s the cat that stabbed him. I’m no soothsayer, but for reals… ‘nuff said… Let’s take these other excesses into consideration….

NCAA CHAMPIONSHIP SERIES: MARCH 16TH Seemingly the simple inspiration for this month’s diatribe, but a far more telling story in itself. How does the “madness” steep so deep in what is (one could assume to be) a most heralded of journeys? Simple: The greed of gambling and a reliable satellite relay. An office pools start it. Side bets nourish it. Vegas takes the funk over, and now you too can be the victim of wild brackets and wagers placed upon colleges you never knew existed. People play grandma and pick winners based upon team colors and the amusingness of college names. These bastards seem to do just fine with the results, holding some type of weird Kreskin like ability over potential victories and match ups. However, for the truly twisted; the madcap harlequins of college hoops pandemonium, there is a decidedly more horrifying end. Multi-game broadcast packages. Yes, you, John Q. Public can have access to multiple streams of hoop-la at one time. Run your own sanitarium as if it were the main betting floor of Caesar’s in Vegas (Et tu, NCAA?) Who has the capacity to watch eight game 12

feeds at the same time? I can think of only Bowie’s character from the Man Who Fell To Earth and Ozymandias from Watchmen, both characters of feeble mental health. Sharp as whips, yet both nonetheless crazed. So, who can submit themselves to such a test of will power and near schizophrenic devotion? Those hardcore gamblers, the ones who make far to many over zealous wagers with money that isn’t “technically” theirs to play with. Never bet more money than you’re willing to lose, but when you’re convinced an 8 seed can pull off a miracle upset of the first placed rank divisional team to ensure a massive pay out…. Then you’ve lost more than your shirt, pal. You’ve lost your charter membership to the mental health club. What’s more alarming than the grueling scheduling of the NCAA playoffs (and their scantly strewn days of rest) is the toppers of this electric month, the hallmarks that carry torches in the streets, howling like a clan of angry villagers: ST. PADDY’S DAY: MARCH 17TH This is, at times, a real horror show. Being from the most “Irish” city in the U.S., I can attest to a litany of horrors. [Sorry Chicago: You may dye your river green and housed the production of, perhaps, the best (and my bleeding geek heart favorite) comic book film of all time, but we’ve got something you don’t have. Numbers. Filthy filthy numbers. We have twenty five colleges in the immediate city, around 113,273 students; another twenty nine colleges in the immediate ten to twenty mile radius encompassing another 223, 230 students. Grand total: 345,503 (give or take) colligates in an averaged 15-mile radius. Let’s say 80% of those are (in some capacity) able to drink… that’s about 276, 402 invading the Downtown locals of Boston in some type of over glorified cock fight of inebriation. Did I mention Evacuation Day?!?!? NO?!?!] Evacuation Day is a commemorative observance of the “removal” of British Forces from Boston during the Revolutionary War. It also fell upon the same day as St. Patrick’s Day,

leading to its institution into the degradation of our collective livers. Here’s the catch… This merited, doubled up holiday, is observed by only ONE county in the entire grand U.S. o’ A. That is Suffolk County, Boston…. Holy hell… let’s reinvest in the numbers… 574,283 is the total population, (supposedly) now, for “Boston”. Let’s take an arbitrary number of 59% charging the fold into bedlam. That’s loosely 338,836 maniacs (regardless of the college population) running lose on the city. Most of which are lined up well and before ten in the morning, sipping Dn’D’s waiting for that first pint of Guinness. Be wary of such actions, the wake is long and hard. If you choose to challenge the St. Paddy’s Day Massacre, do so well and prepared. Look at it like a professional game, a marathon of sorts. Do some training before hand. Do not be one of those mis-matched “Kiss Me I’m Irish” t-shirt clad charity cases, adorned with glittery shamrocked head bobber and matching glasses that is just a little left of center, retching your pain and trouble to a sidewalk that understands nothing of your predicament, nor pain, as you feast in that Roman-esque orgy of bad taste and public vomitoriums. Choose wisely. Find a proper pub, complete with homespun Irish folk tunes recanted by a fine Tenor. Make the best of that remembrance. If you can remember anything at all… EQUINOX: MARCH 21ST That interplanetary moment when everyone’s eyes grow ripe with the potential first buds of Mother Nature. While winter fades into the graying memory of it’s own creation, we spurt jubilant glee at the prospect of longer days and warmer well beings. Pollen swells the nose as life begins a new and all form of creature want to head the animal call of nature. It is the beginning of the true madness… The events that surround this vernal visitor are varied and vast. A majority of Arab nations use the occasion as the start of their calendar year, a good point given the overtones of

creation that accompany the spring. However, their Equinox is not our Equinox, nor is it the Hindu Equinox that falls on April 14th according to their Zodiac. We’re roped into the old date of March 21st so decreed by the foundations of Christianity. Now there are two trains of thought that run prevalent in such determinations, Eastern Orthodox and Western ideology. Now the “Western” church uses the oh so inadequate Gregorian Calendar (which is an updated version of or next standard of measure, named after the Pope Gregory XIII who decreed this particular propriety and named it after himself). The Orthodox Church uses the…. Julian Calender. That’s right, our pin cushion pal Julius has laid his mark again by reforming, and also renaming, the terrible horror show that was the 455 day long Roman Calendar. (The history of the switch is mind numbing, extra months inserted in-between November and December, the “years of confusion” that pre-dated the change…. Helluva read.) The only difference between the two (in a tent pole situation) is that Julius used the sun as his barometer and the Pope Gregory XIII, to no surprise, aligned it with the ascension of Jesus on Easter. That’s right. The nuggets of faith and devotion have designated when you celebrate your birthday. The one main similarity is that March 21st holds the same purpose. To welcome spring. Now I’m a fan of that splashy splendor known as March, and I hope that you are too, but beware true believers… the world will fall back on the hilt of mr. cummings precautionary tale. In justSpring when the world is puddle luscious the little lame ballonman whistles far and wee The little lame ballon man, a ghastly phantasm warning you to be aware, that not even seven senators can keep Julius Caesar from still messing you up. Be brave, true believers, and set the night on fire.

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UPCOMING RELEASES March 2

Benjy Davis Project, ‘Lost Souls Like Us’ Raheem DeVaughn, ‘The Love &amp; War Masterpeace’ Peter Gabriel, ‘Scratch My Back’ Groove Armada, ‘Black Light’ Jamie Cullum, ‘The Pursuit’ Little Boots, ‘Hands’ Rogue Wave, ‘Permalight’ These New Puritans, ‘ Hidden’ Josh Wolf , ‘Jet Lag’ March 9 Acrassicauda, ‘Only The Dead See The End Of The War’ Alberta Cross, ‘Broken Side Of Time’ Before Their Eyes, ‘Untouchable’ Black Rebel Motorcycle Club, ‘Beat the Devil’s Tattoo’ Broken Bells, ‘Broken Bells’ Four Year Strong, ‘Enemy of the World’ Frightened Rabbit, ‘The Winter Of Mixed Drinks’ Gorillaz, ‘Plastic Beach’ jj, ‘no 3’ Liars, ‘Sisterworld’ Ludacris, ‘Battle of the Sexes’ The Morning Benders, ‘Big Echo’ Pavement, ‘Quarantine The Past: The Best Of Pavement’ Redman, ‘Reggie Noble 9 ½’ Josh Rouse, ‘El Turista’ Titus Andronicus, ‘The Monitor’ Ted Leo and the Pharmacists, ‘The Brutalist Bricks’ Violent Soho, ‘Violent Soho’ March 16 Angus &amp; Julia Stone, ‘Down The Way’ Drive By Truckers, ‘The Big To-Do’ Flobots, ‘Survival Story’ Reni Lane, ‘Ready’ Neon Trees, ‘Habits’ The White Stripes, ‘Under Great White Northern Lights’ [Live] Gin Wigmore, ‘Holy Smoke’ Peter Wolf, ‘Midnight Souvenirs’ March 23 Autechre, ‘Oversteps’ Justin Bieber, ‘My World 2.0’ The Dillinger Escape Plan, ‘Option Paralysis’ Game, ‘The R.E.D. Album’ Goldfrapp, ‘Head First’ Jane Krakowski, ‘Live At Feinstein’s At The Regency’ Love Is All, ‘Two Thousand And Ten Injuries’ Monica, ‘Still Standing’ The Scorpions, ‘Sting In the Tail’ Bettie Serveert, ‘Pharmacy of Love’ She &amp; Him, ‘Volume Two’ Quadron, ‘Quadron’

Woodhands, ‘Remorsecapade’ March 29 Standard Fare, ‘The Novelle Beat’ March 30

autoKratz, ‘Animal’ Erykah Badu, ‘New Amerykah, Part II: Return Of The Ankh’ Barenaked Ladies, ‘All In Good Time’ Drake, ‘Thank Me Later’ Alan Jackson, ‘Freight Train’

its war J

anelle Monae aka Cindi Mayweather

has a universe all her own. She has legions of supporters of The Android Cause and works with the Wonderland Arts Society. Did I lose you? We’ve only just begun. Her major label debut “Suite 1: The Chase” was missed by too many citizens of Earth , but hopefully that wont be the same for her next album due May18th which features the two newly released tracks, “Cold War” and “Tightrope.” Both tracks serve as the lead singles to her the next chapter in the suite, “Suite 3 & 4: ArchAndroid.” Both tracks are fantastic, great beats, sounds, lyrics, smooth delivery as only Janelle can do and both tracks are available now at janellemonae.com. The only thing the songs lack would be some of that super weirdness that was in some of her previous work, “Happy Stars Violent Hunting.” However, we are still dealing with the super funkdified awesoemness that is classic Janelle, that sweet mix of pop/R&B/Psychedelic/ and completely unrecognizable. As a matter of fact, Janelle reminds me a lot of Lady gaga in the sense that you’re like, WTF am I listening to? “Tightrope” and “Cold War” are available now at www. janellemonae.com and iTunes The ArchAndroid due out May 18th | www.janellemonae.com

W hite y Tighties - In their own words -

The Whitey Tighties are a group of music lovers. We are suckers for live shows, small and large, and none of us can pass by a bar or music venue without popping in if we hear live music. It is because so much can be communicated via music. We admire the courage it takes to expose ones feeling in music (when it is done sincerely) and are in awe with what music can do for its listeners. Music is not just a soundtrack for our lives, it is a co-pilot. People have songs they listen to when it is time to party. People also have songs they listen to when they are feeling down. I’m sure everyone can list songs that drive themselves crazy with or avoid after a big breakup with a boyfriend or girlfriend. Our music may come across as funny or goofy, but it is done with a purpose. The 3 songs on our demo, although given funny names and playful lyrics, are about the following: loving one’s self (Michael Hock), finding the right girl (F Her), and accepting people of all sexual orienta-

tions (Gay Bash). We intentionally design our music to be pop-sounding so the positive messages can be communicated and accepted by as many people as possible. Our songs could be considered a “musical hug”. We want to be listed band listened to when people are feeling down and need a pick-up, and we want to be that band people bring with them on their journey through the good times in life. We have a 3 song demo out, which was created on our lead guitarists laptop (not bad using a mac and some headphones). It is available for free at our shows, but we accept donations for the demo if people want to help us pay for the materials. We have a show on March 5th at Lyrica. It is a new place downtown that used to be Cairo. They redid the inside and now it is a live music venue with new lights, new sound and one of the biggest stages in Orlando. It is going to be an 80’s themed night with 5 bands and lots of give-a-ways for everyone wearing an 80’s outfit. We may be playing the Florida Music Fest in late April, and another festival much like FMF in West Palm Beach in Early May, but we will not find out about those dates until March. We have a Jacksonville date in early April as well. We like to play shows in Orlando once every 4 to 6 weeks, and they are usually in the downtown Orlando area.

Check out this fun pop/ alterna band at Lyrica March 5. thewhiteytighties.com/ 14

TV Shows U Should B Watching Right Now: by Katie Bassham

hile everyone is watching the last W season of Lost and yet another season of American Idol, you’ll need

something to watch until Glee comes back to us on April 13th. The following is a diverse list of shows that everyone should stop everything and watch RIGHT NOW! Parks and Recreation Thursdays @ 8:30PM, NBC In my fantasy world, Amy Poehler is my BFF and we laugh about how funny farts are over cheap glasses of wine. While many may believe Parks and Recreation is a cheap imitation of The Office, I still think it’s frickin’ hilarious. Great cast. Great writing. And with a character named Ron Swanson, how can it really go wrong?!

Smallville Fridays @ 8PM, CW You did not misread that. Yes, I said Smallville. I have had a love affair with this Superman-before-he-wasSuperman series since its inception. It has had its ups and downs, but this season (#9) has hands down been the best yet. The 2-hour event, “Absolute Justice”, guest-starred members of the JSA (Justice Society of America for those who don’t know) and it was AMAZING (also written by Geoff Johns, one of my favorite comic book writers). Please watch and keep this show on the air until Clark Kent gets a clue and finally dons that red and blue suit we all know and love. Secret Diary of a Call Girl Mondays @ 10PM, Showtime It was actually the editor-in-chief of this mag that turned me onto this show. It’s a bit naughty, but what can you expect when the show is about a high-class “escort” (ahem - prostitute) by the name of Belle de Jour? Played by the awesome Billie Piper, Belle is witty, smart, and now, in its 3rd season, very Carrie Bradshaw-ish following the success of her first book and writing her second. One of the only reasons why I still subscribe to Showtime.

Faces of America with Henry Louis Gates, Jr. Wednesdays @ 8PM, PBS This show is one of the most interesting shows ever. This series explores the family histories of 12 renowned Americans, including but not limited to, Stephen Colbert, Meryl Streep, and Mario Batali. Truly an original and fascinating series. I’m glad that Stephen, Meryl, and Mario’s ancestors came to America otherwise we may not have The Colbert Report, She-Devil- I mean - Sophie’s Choice, and delicious Italian food cooked by our favorite red-headed chef with orange Crocs! Kell On Earth Mondays @ 10PM, Bravo FINALLY a show about PR that’ll last. Public relations queen Kelly Cutrone, owner of People’s Revolution, is NOT a bitch. She only seems like one because everyone makes her crazy. Haha-- but seriously, as a fellow woman also working in the entertainment industry, she is an incredible success and one of my idols for real. But I digress-- the show is really entertaining and is a perfect inside into the entertainment/fashion industry for those that are interested in working in it.

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love

THE WOLFMAN

Benicio Del Toro, Anthony Hopkins, Emily Blunt **1/2 out of ***** Reviewed by Michael Giaimo

hat’s that, you say? You haven’t had enough of the endless stream of remakes that are overflowing the movie theaters these days? Well, here’s one for you that sounded promising when announced… an R-rated remake of the Lon Chaney classic, The Wolfman, that not only stars the great Anthony Hopkins, but brings on board make-up effects wizard Rick Baker. Then why exactly isn’t this a howlingly good time of a movie? When Ben Talbot ends up the victim of a grisly murder, estranged brother Lawrence (portrayed by Benicio Del Toro) returns home to investigate. He is quickly shocked to find out that Ben might have been slain by a cursed

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legend that has been terrorizing the local town. What seemed implausible to Lawrence at first, becomes much more likely when he comes eye to eye, or more like tooth to neck, with his brother’s killer. You guessed it…a werewolf. As if being bitten by a six foot beast-man wasn’t enough, he now has to come to terms that he will now be facing a bit of a flea problem since the curse has now passed on to him. What keeps this movie from succeeding is how dull it is. The only excitement most will get is when we are watching some good human slaying, courtesy of our clawed creature…which is few and far between. For the most part, we are submitted to watching a slowly paced movie with a crew of actors who look as if they are sleepwalking

Our Family Wedding (Wide) Forest Whitaker America Ferrera Carlos Mencia Remember Me (Wide) Robert Pattinson Pierce Brosnan Emilie de Ravin She’s Out of My League (Wide) Jay Baruchel Alice Eve Krysten Ritter

throughout the films entirety. Hopkins can pull off this type of flick effortlessly and that shows…not a compliment. As for Del Toro, it seems he’s not just plagued with the curse of transforming into a werewolf…but from the Oscar curse as well. He hasn’t been able to turn out a good movie since his Oscar winning role for Traffic a decade ago. However, director Joe Johnston’s remake does have one major factor going for it: it comes in the form of the great Rick Baker. The make-up genius that has graced us with his works in films like An American Werewolf in Paris, Men in Black, Harry and the Henderson’s, and many others, has given life again to a movie icon and saves the movie from being a complete failure. Audience’s finally get a living and breathing monster instead of another CGI creation, which is what usually dominates the horror genre today. When we finally do catch a glimpse of our rabid antagonist, the result really is quite impressive and refreshing as well. We can all thank Mr. Baker for saving this werewolf movie from getting the silver bullet. The Runaways (Wide) Kristen Stewart Scout TaylorCompton Dakota Fanning

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princess diary J by PATRICK T JOHNSON

ust as The Little Mermaid paved the way for Aladdin and Beauty and the Beast, The Princess and the Frog marks the beginning of Disney’s next great generation of animation. Standing alone, the movie serves as a fun romp through the backwoods bayous of Louisiana that will leave you smiling all day long. What do we get with six original songs, the charming setting of a 1920’s French Quarter, a magic spell, a blind Fairy Godmother, and princess with a range that just won’t quit? We get the type of timeless film where story is center stage and where you can escape for 90 minutes. While Princess isn’t the next Lion King, it does mark the return of the great Disney Animation division that only promises only bigger and better films in the future. Bonus Features Blu-Ray Conjuring The Villain, The Return To Hand-Drawn Animation, The Disney Legacy Disney’s Newest Princess, Bringing Life To Animation, Art Galleries, Music Video By Ne-Yo The Princess Portraits Game, And More!

available on Blu-Ray

DVD Deleted Scenes, The Princess Portraits Game, Audio Commentary By Filmmakers, Music Video By Ne-Yo.

March 02 An adaptation of Maurice Sendak’s legendary children’s story in which Max, a disobedient little boy, is sent to bed by his mother without any supper. Feeling hurt and unloved, he channels his anger, and instead of continuing his mischievous antics in his room, he creates his own imaginary world which includes a forest, a massive ocean and a small boat, which he uses to sail away to a land inhabited by monsters - Wild Things who crown him king.

March 09 From Troy Duffy, writer and director of The Boondock Saints, comes the much anticipated sequel to the tough, stylized cutting edge saga of the MacManus brothers (Norman Reedus, Sean Patrick Flanery). The two have been in deep hiding with their father, Il Duce (Billy Connolly), in the quiet valleys of Ireland, far removed from their former vigilante lives. When word comes that a beloved priest has been killed by sinister forces from deep within the mob, the brothers return to Boston to mount a violent and bloody crusade to bring justice to those responsible. With a new partner in crime (Clifton Collins Jr., Star Trek) and a sexy FBI operative (Julie Benz, TV’s Dexter) hot on their trail... the Saints are back!

March 16 A modern twist on a classic tale, set in the great city of New Orleans, where a beautiful girl named Tiana (Anika Noni Rose) meets a frog prince who desperately wants to be human again. A fateful kiss leads them both on a hilarious adventure through the mystical bayous of Louisiana.

March 23 Mr. and Mrs. Fox (George Clooney and Meryl Streep) live an idyllic home life with their son Ash (Jason Schwartzman) and visiting young nephew Kristofferson (Eric Anderson). But after twelve years of quiet domesticity, the bucolic existence proves too much for Mr. Fox’s wild animal instincts. Soon he slips back into his old ways as a sneaky chicken thief and in doing so, endangers not only his beloved family, but the whole animal community. Trapped underground without enough food to go around, the animals band together to fight against the evil Farmers— Boggis, Bunce and Bean—who are determined to capture the audacious, fantastic Mr. Fox at any cost. In the end, he uses his natural instincts to save his family and friends. Based on the best-selling children’s book by Roald Dahl.

PRACTICING peace of mind

by LORI PARKS he thoughts you are thinking have a direct relationship to how you are feeling. When you have happy thoughts or your mind is at peace, you feel happy and peaceful. When we are worried or obsessing about something, we feel anxious and edgy. When we are having negative thoughts about ourselves, we feel guilty or inadequate. Let’s say you are taking a walk and you begin to think or obsess about something you need to do or an argument you had with a friend. Suddenly, you are submerged in bad feelings and you begin to feel stressed, upset, guilty, sad or even angry. As soon as you realize you are thinking about something unpleasant, you can use one of the following techniques to stop.

You can reset your mind by silently saying to yourself: Cancel, Clear, Delete. You can shake it off by actually shaking your head from side to side, signaling you no longer are holding on to the thought.

You can flip your wrist over and swipe it with your other hand, using a motion that represents pushing the thought away from you. Any method that you can use to stop thoughts that don’t serve you will create a sense of peace for you. You will feel like you released a heaviness and are now in a more positive state. You may have to do this several times a day. The more you catch thoughts that are of no use and release them, the faster you will be able to recognize when your thoughts are invading your good mood, your joy and your happiness. Peace be with you.

>>>> Check out these other great selections If you haven’t seen Hay House’s Lifestyles series of gorgeous gift books, there is no better way to acquaint yourself than with publisher/author Louise Hay’s You Can Heal Your Life. A bestseller for many years, You Can Heal Your Life has been republished with bright, beautiful illustrations in full, living color and exquisite typography--each and every page is a work of art by artist Joan Perrin Falquet. The timeless message of the book is that we are each responsible for our own reality and “dis-ease.” Hay believes we make ourselves ill by having thoughts of self-hatred. She includes a directory of ailments and emotional causes for each with a corresponding affirmation to help overcome the illness. For example, the probable cause of multiple sclerosis is “mental hardness, hard-heartedness, iron will, and inflexibility.” The healing “thought pattern” would be: “By choosing loving, joyous thoughts, I created a loving joyous world. I am safe and free.” --P. Randall Cohan --This text refers to the Perfect Paperback edition.

This book presents the powerful basics of the original Teachings of Abraham. Within these pages, you’ll learn how all things, wanted and unwanted, are brought to you by this most powerful law of the universe, the Law of Attraction. (that which is like unto itself is drawn). You’ve most likely heard the saying “Like attracts like,” “Birds of a feather flock together,” or “It is done unto you as you believe” (a belief is only a thought you keep thinking); and although the Law of Attraction has been alluded to by some of the greatest teachers in history, it has never before been explained in as clear and practical terms as in this latest book by New York Times best-selling authors, Esther and Jerry Hicks. Learn here about the omnipresent Laws that govern this Universe and how to make them work to your advantage. The understanding that you’ll achieve by reading this book will take all the guesswork out of daily living. You’ll finally understand just about everything that’s happening in your own life as well as in the lives of those you’re interacting with. This book will help you to joyously be, do, or have anything that you desire!

it’s not easy being green

HELPFUL G R E E N MACHINES ultimate green television channel on all things ecofriendly: living, health, working, moving, eating and more.

by MARTI MENARD

The move to Orlando was one Id been wanting to do for the past few years. I left the area in 2005, returned to the cold blustery winters of New England because I missed witnessing the change of seasons. However, only one winter is all it took for me to say, “I don’t miss it that much!” It also made me realize how much Orlando had to offer. As luck would have it I stumbled onto my hidden passion while working at an organic/eco friendly store called “How on Earth.” I became part of the green movement: locavore, (celebration of our local food) and became more and more conscious of my green efforts. At one time I knew nothing about recycling and using eco-friendly products, but now I am learning there is a whole lot more to help ourselves and future generations. It all starts with the mantra reduce, reuse, recycle. To get your start (if you haven’t already) the City of Orlando issues most homes a rectangle recycling bucket. Keep that bucket in a spot where you walk by or have easy access to and throw all your plastic bottles, newspaper, paper products, because almost everything is recyclable. Check out the following sites for more tips of how to be green and reduce, reuse, recycle.

http://www.treehugger.com/ sister website to planet green, but taken much further. Example: “Living With The Side Effects Of Lithiumion Batteries”

http://eco-ideas.net/ helpful tips, ideas, and making your life eco-friendly in a user friendly way. plus great videos on eco mishaps and adventures. http:// www.slowfoodorlando.org/ slow food, stainability, social justice, getting what you need in a way that ensures the preverstaion of our planet.

www.epa.gov/osw/conserve/rrr/

central florida green guide

www.cityoforlando.net/public_works/kob/recycleorlando.htm

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Banana Blueberry Muffins Les Choses

Not just about all things Francis. Its about love, life, movies, music and food! Think Julie and Julia, but with "Heroes," Paula Deen and "The 40 Year Old Virgin." Check out the featured selection of Katie's insanely good banana blueberry muffins. www.thingskatielikes.blogspot.com/

I have a recipe that is just amazing! I combined a few other muffin recipes and these are soooo moist and truly easy to make. If you're like me, you buy bananas intending on eating them but they get overripe too fast. So instead of throwing them out, save them for this recipe. Not too sweet but sweet enough and possibly the moistest muffin ever (thanks, butter!).

Enjoy! Katie B via Les Choses J'aime

Yields 12-14 standard sized muffins 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour (use unbleached) 1 tsp. baking soda 1 tsp. baking powder 1/2 tsp. salt 1 tsp. cinnamon 2 large ripe bananas 3/4 cup granulated sugar (organic cane sugar from Whole Foods 365 is the best) 1 large egg, slightly beaten 1 capful of vanilla, about 1 tsp. (use good vanilla like Madagascar or anything but imitation!) 1/3 cup unsalted butter, melted (again, Whole Foods 365) 1 cup fresh blueberries (or instead you can also use chocolate chips-- also good!) 1 tbsp. all-purpose flour 1- Preheat oven to 350 degrees and line a muffin tin with paper liners (notice my Superman ones in the picture). You can also omit the paper and use a nonstick spray with flour in it (such as Baker's Joy or Pam for Baking). 2- Sift together flour, baking soda, baking powder, salt, and cinnamon into a medium-large bowl. Set aside. 3- Mash bananas using a fork or a small potato masher. 4- Mix in sugar, egg, vanilla, and butter. 5- Make a well with the flour mixture and mix in wet ingredients until moistened. Don't over mix or your muffin won't be as fluffy! 5- Add tablespoon of flour to blueberries (so they won't stick together in one clump) and fold into batter gently. 6- Fill muffin cups 3/4 of the way and bake for 25 minutes or until golden brown. Store in airtight container or eat them all at once (my hubby and I 20 almost did).

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traces of my lipstick One word. Yum. This blog has got a little bit of everything. That’s why its so great. A wonderfully delicious potpourri of style, fashion, local color, media, photo and everything in between. As a matter of fact, wouldn’t BRINK and Lipstick Mixtapes make a cohesive pairing? We thought so too. Read on for an exclusive Lipstick Mixtapes post. To find out more on the ‘mix head over to http://lipstickmixtapes.com/ for a fix.

It’s about time!

ipstick Mixtapes is so ready for beauty right now, and ready for winter to be over. We’re done with over rated natural makeup and ready to see color on my face, your face, everybody’s face. Out with the chill in with the hot! Shiny bright pink glossy lips, silky champagne colored eye shadow and blazing almond color bronzer. Yes baby Lipstick Mixtapes is ready for that heat, can you tell? Spring can’t come quick enough I guess we’re getting acclimated to the temps down here, I mean it’s been eight years, we’re from up north so this cold is not what’s up. For your spring color forecast we suggest a few essentials for when the temperature starts to reach 75. First off the sun is coming bronzer is a must, skin needs to look and feel hydrated, refreshed we just came out from a chill so looking last winter is not an option. Keep it natural, it’s still early in the season and you don’t need to pack on tons of foundation. Let it be fresh, bronzer is perfect to give a beautiful warm glow without looking MADE UP. Beautiful, brilliant eye color is next try soft shimmery gold that’s perfect for this time of year. Violet, Pink, Icy white, soft yellow with long batty lashes, Chile Boo I can’t stand it, I want to see one of these looks on every woman. Blush, you can’t forget the blush, center apple of the cheek to give that pretty sun kissed pop. Think pink or apricot colors that are vibrant but subtle...don’t want to see your cheeks before I see you. Lastly lips. We’ve been in the house for a few months now it’s time to get out meet new people go to your favorite places and nothing lights up a room better than a beautiful smile with a beautiful lip. Lip colors - note I said COLORS- are what’s in. No more barely there lips, nude lip go hibernate. Pretty pinks, soft purples, Corals like peaches need I say more! Yes I said it. Say something baby with those lips and we can’t wait to see you in these hot new spring trends.

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stealing Beauty

Top 3 Bargain Drugstore Buys . . . All About the Eyes

Great cosmetic products do not necessarily have to empty your wallet. In fact, some of my personal favorite makeup items can be found at practically any drugstore. I can’t say I am loyal to any one drugstore cosmetics brand, but over the past few years I have found various products from numerous brands that have become staples for my personal makeup collection as well as my professional kit. Coincidentally, my top three drugstore beauty buys are all products in the eye makeup category.

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My first place winner, and an item no makeup enthusiast can live without . . . a great eyeliner pencil! I like MAC pencils, Make Up Forever pencils, Urban Decay and so on and so forth, BUT under no circumstance will I ever purchase them again when I can find eyeliner of the same quality for a third of the price at the corner store. The Brand: Prestige The Price: There are many different kinds (all great) that range between $3.99 and $5.49 BONUS: They come in a ton of great colors! My personal pick? The Prestige waterproof eyeliner in black - $5.49

Second place goes to a liquid eyeliner. I realize liquid liner is not for everyone but if you are a fan (like me) this is a great buy! The Brand: Wet n’ Wild The Price: There are two types • The H20 Proof Liquid Liner (what I use) is $3.99 • The MegaLiner Liquid Liner is $2.99 I find that the applicator is easy to use and mess free. It stays on REALLY well. I never have to reapply! This product also comes in some great color choices but the dark brown and black are great for everyday use.

Last but certainly not least . . . mascara. I have actually tried and liked many drugstore mascaras but after carful consideration I have decided my current top choice was created by a little brand known as CoverGirl. Brand: CoverGirl The Price: $7.00-$9.00 Colors: • Very Black • Black • Black Brown • Brown Types: • Lashblast Volume Blasting Waterproof • Lashblast Volume Blasting • Lashblast Luxe • Lashblast Length • Lashblast Length Water Resistant 23

stripes

the one rule boys and girls can follow when it comes to fashion trends is the nyc code.

step one: visit new york city. look at what people are wearing, the trends in nyc are always one step ahead of everywhere else in the world. bright hyper colors walking broadway in 2006 translates to bright hyper colors walking orange ave in 2008. plaid returns from a ten year absence in washington square park in 2007. plaid returns to lake eola and hipsters everywhere in 2009. (as much as plaid needs to go away, i think we’ve got another year or two with the shape shifter) boat shows, bow ties, and short shorts might hang around for a little while longer, but they are well on their way out. what’s next, what’s coming back, what’s in store for us here in orlando. stripes. before you know it, stripes will be everywhere, on me, on you, on your mom, on your dad...and in winter park’s case, on the little toy dogs as well. look at that, there was only one step.

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JACKIE C IS OVER IT on the BRINK

by jackie c

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PLASTIC SURGERY Ahhhh, Spring! It’s time for sunny skies, warmer temps, new clothes, new landscaping in the yard, and maybe... a new nose?

Why does the advent of bikini weather seem to make many women (and men these days) think about nipping, tucking, sucking, and implanting? Is it me, or have we become a society that takes major invasive surgery very lightly? Before we get carried away, maybe we should check ourselves before we wreck ourselves, literally. Let’s start by looking at the reasons why we elect for major surgery. First, there are those who use it as an easy way out. Some think eating right and working out, both things that would improve their health overall, would take too long to lose a few pounds and tone certain areas, so they elect for some lipo to suck out all the unwanted fat. It’s like saying, “I don’t really care if I’m one step away from a heart attack, I just want to look good; Could you pass me the cheese fries?”

Then, there are those who use it as a time machine. Fed up with wrinkles, sagging, and bagging, they nip and tuck their way to looking like Joan Rivers and Barbara Walters. These are the people who’ve invented Cougar-ism. Somehow, I think its ironic that they’ve spent loads of money to look “young.” Because, when none of them have any sideburns left, their real eyebrows are in the middle of their foreheads, and their new boobs, while firm, still meet their waistlines, everyone else can all still tell THEY’RE OLD. Now really, was that money well-spent?

Then, there are the Heidi Montags, those who just HAVE to be perfect. Their

noses or chins are too big, their boobs are too small, their butts are too flat, they don’t have any cheekbones... and the list goes on. This is where plastic surgery becomes a deadly addiction, because, after all, perfect is an unattainable goal. So, when we don’t achieve it, we just want to keep on having surgeries in an effort to get there. Michael Jackson fell down that rabbit hole and became a human Mr. Potato-head (which prosthetic nose should we wear today?). A girl named Jenny Lee also fell down that hole in her quest for perfection. She appeared on Oprah some time ago to talk about her addiction; she’s had over 40 surgeries, spent over $100,000, and is sometimes

referred to as a human Barbie. Do an image search on her and see if you think she really

looks like Barbie. What’s really sad is how beautiful she WAS before her surgeries. How long will it be and what lengths will Heidi go to before she looks as freakish? Do you actually know what happens during these elective surgeries which the doctors make sound so easy? I know you’ve probably seen brief footage of a rhinoplasty or liposuction and it made you cringe, but have you ever seen video of the most popular surgery, breast augmentation? There’s no coincidence why footage of the most violent parts of this surgery hasn’t found it’s way to cable television. When you elect to have plastic surgery, the person explaining the surgery is who? The doctor, who in this case, is the SALESMAN. So, you don’t believe the used car salespeople, but you are willing to fully trust plastic surgeons who will be operating on your body? Are you forgetting some of these plastic surgeons agreed to do however many operations on Michael Jackson until his nose fell off? Do you think they would give you an honest, true-to-life, realistic description of what happens during your surgery, while you will be asleep? When I worked in television, I had the not-so-great privilege of watching a breast augmentation surgery that was shot on video for the purposes of later using clips for a show. I never really had a very passionate stance on plastic surgery. I knew I’d never “elect” to have major surgery, but I didn’t really see 26

a problem with other people doing it, until I had to watch this. If you’re contemplating surgery, since it’s your body and your life, you should probably hear about all the ins-andouts before making a decision. I’m not often graphic or sensational, but I have no problem with it when it’s for a good purpose. So... WARNING: The following bystander description of a breast augmentation surgery contains graphic and violent content, and is not suitable for young readers. After thoroughly sanitizing the breast area of the patient, the doctor takes the scalpel and makes a deep incision just under each breast. Next, the doctor has to make room for the implant. Using tubes with slight suction to help drain fluid and blood to keep the area as dry and possible, the doctor shoves different instruments into the breast and swipes back and forth trying to clear a “pocket” for the implant. During this process, doctors are considerably less than gentle. Since they’re not

me; I love that crap! So, I suppose the nausea was because I felt kinda’ like I was watching a fellow woman get deformed or mutilated. I’ve just never seen that happen to anyone’s flesh unless I was watching a horror movie or a major gymnastics accident caught on tape. Once there is a small pocket, the doctor starts shoving large, sterile cloths inside the breast to soak up blood and fluid and make further room for the implant. Again, this is done swiftly, not gently. The process of using the instruments to further carve out a pocket and using the cloths to dry out the area is repeated many, many times until the doctor is satisfied that area is large and dry enough. Then, it’s time to insert the implant. Many people think that the silicone shell is inserted first and then it’s filled with saline once inside the pocket, which is a MYTH. The implants are pre-filled and sitting on the tray. The doctor proceeds to fold the implant as best he can and then gradually shove

such severe bruising and be in so much pain after one of these surgeries. It’s like putting yourself through a major car accident on purpose. When hearing how Heidi Montag agreed to put herself through this surgery and nine others in an effort to make herself, an already beautiful girl, look more perfect, I had to say, “That’s it.” I’m over our desperate obsession with plastic surgery and perfection. What are we doing to

ourselves?

Heidi, you are perfect just the way you are. I’m sorry no one ever made you feel that way, and the world certainly doesn’t do a very good job of that. You don’t need anymore surgeries to make yourself worthy of attention. If you don’t feel you’re worthy, maybe it’s time to develop those qualities and talents you have on the inside. So, instead of new boobs in time for bikini season, how about a new attitude? How about figuring out how and why you’re beautiful just as you are? One thing that always makes people feel worthy is truly finding their passion in life, finding what they were uniquely meant to do with the gifts, talents, and potential with which they were born. If you haven’t found that yet, maybe it’s time to leave your comfort zone, put yourself someplace you’ve never been before, and see what develops. Just remember that you are perfection all on your own, and anything you “elect” to do should just enhance what’s already there, not make you into something better. You couldn’t be any better than what you were born to be.

So, instead of new boobs in time for bikini season, how about a new attitude? worried about damaging any major veins or organs, they push and shove pretty rapidly with a good amount of force, so much so that I could very easily see the instrument inside the breast every time it poked the outside edge. At this point, I wanted to puke, and I don’t have a weak stomach. I will purposely watch operations and live births on TLC because it absolutely mesmerizes

something the size of a squirrel inside a hole the size of a quarter. To do this requires great force and ramming for about a minute. Once inside the pocket, the doctor proceeds to push, pull, tug and shove the implant around inside the breast until he thinks it’s in the perfect spot. Once both implants are in the right spot and look even, the incisions are sewn up. Watching this helped me understand how women can suffer

To help put things into perspective, I recommend two movies. Rent Into the Wild on DVD, and then check out viewing locations for The Human Experience. The movie is about two brothers who travel to three different parts of the world searching for the meaning of life. It’s won numerous film festival awards and producers are touring the country right now, showing the movie to crowds in different cities. They just secured distribution in the Southwest and are hoping to bring it to DVD soon. To check out viewing locations and the movie trailer, go to grassrootsfilms.com.

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The Rant with Kat Peabody

SO FRESH

AND SO

GREEN CLEAN fresh perspectives on environment and self

et’s get the junk out of here! It’s spring time already and with that comes spring cleaning. Ms. Peabody started early! I’m in a bit of a transition in my life right now so it felt really great to clean up and get rid of things I didn’t need or want any longer. Yet, I had this thought in the back of my head what do I do with this stuff? Where can these things go that could be beneficial? And what happens if I just throw them out? Not wanting to have some of these perfectly functional items fall into a landfill somewhere or going to waste, I started searching for ways to donate or reuse items. Needing to liquidate my items for space sake, I found a great place to take the items, who, in turn donated a good portion to the local community’s needy and to those who are in dire need in Haiti (it is important for us to remember those in places that are ill-equipped when tragedy strikes and do something to help them out). I took items to Harvest Time International (www.harvest-time.org) and felt great about where the donations wind up. Then I started thinking about other items I have and the environment and my role in the responsibility we all have to help the environment. We were placed on this earth to care it and we are to do what we can to make a difference. So, I started looking at other options for environmental awareness, preservation and recycling in The City Beautiful. Here’s my “Top Ten List of Ways to Get So Fresh and So [Green] Clean”: 36

10.Get Wired.

Reduce the amount of paper you receive by signing up for online coupons, catalogs, advertisements, magazines and other publications (just like www. brinkmagonline.com). If you need a paper copy, look at who uses recycled materials to print their publications and who recycles their paper. To find out about what is being done to encourage publishers to recycle, check out http://www.greenpressinitiative.org.

9.Is the House of the Mouse Green? Tour-

ists, we want you to visit Orlando, but check out the lodging to make sure it is eco-friendly. And locals, this is a great resource for you too, whether going on a vacation or a staycation. Check out http://www.itsagreengreenworld.com to see if your next travel destination is considered green or not!

8.Live As Though Water is as Valuable as Cash. For so many people

in the world, water, something we take for granted and waste everyday, is the most crucial gift they can be given. That’s right, gift. So many consider water a blessing and maybe we should do the same. Only use what you need. Don’t waste water. Get an eco-friendly, water filter if you are not a fan of tap water, but use tap water. There are great ways to conserve in your home, work or activities. Check out http://www.ourearth.org/water for information. And for those in Orlando, turn water into cash with the conservation tips that will save you money from Orlando Utilities Commission. There is great information here http:// reliablygreen.ouc.com/home.aspx

7.Put a Stake Through the Heart of Energy Vampires. You

would be surprised how much certain everyday items suck the life out of the environment. Some common “Energy Vampires” include: DVR or TiVo, Satellite Receiver, Digital Cable Box, VCR, DVD Player, Plasma, LCD or CRT TV, Computers, Printers, and Monitors. You can recalculate your energy usage and find where you can save energy and money at http://www. simplesteps.org/tools/house-savingscalculator#

6.Mr. Telephone Man, I Can’t Deal With the Phone Books. Up to five million trees

are cut down each year to produce white pages phone books and we are spending $17 million dollars to recycle

them. With today’s technological advances, we can get the same information without the book. So, take a minute and go to Ban the Phone Book at http://www.banthephonebook. org/ to go through an opt-in program (only receiving a white pages phone book if you request one).

5.As My Guitar Gently Weeps. I love music. If

we were to not have musical instruments, I don’t know what I would do. The sad truth is that the future of guitars and other wooden instruments may be in jeopardy. A great many of the types of trees that produce instruments and provide them with the sounds they make are at risk of extinction. There are things being done to keep the music playing. Major musical instrument manufacturers like Gibson (we have a great gallery right here, downtown, at 25 E. Central Blvd.), Fender (my personal fave!!), C.F. Martin and Taylor have joined forces with Greenpeace to form Music Wood Campaign. This campaign increases the supply of tone woods that are certified as responsibly harvested by the Forest Stewardship Council. The best thing for us to do here in Orland is to buy vintage or secondhand instruments. Recycled instruments keep fine-quality in use longer. And just like fine wine, the tone of a high-quality instrument gets better over time. Big Orange Guitar (http:// www.bigorangeguitar.com/) is Central Florida’s largest vintage guitar dealer, located in Edgewater, FL. Also try the Guitar Den & Emporium (http://www. yelp.com/biz/guitar-den-and-emporium-orlando) to keep the music alive.

4.You can’t have enough of those Publix Green Bags.

When shopping anywhere, from Publix, to Target, to Etoille and so on, bring a reusable bag. It reduces the plastic bag waste. Keep them on hand for any unexpected shopping trips and they make great storage containers for keeping things organized or moving.

3.Neighborhood Beautification. How

beautiful is your neighborhood? Do something to keep it lovely. Pick up litter, adopt a street, use neighborhood recycling locations to drop off items, plant a tree, use water-friendly landscaping. Both the City of Orlando (http://www.cityoforlando.net/elected/ greenworks/index.htm) and Orange County (http://www.orangecountyfl. net/cms/AWARE/environment/orangetogreen/orangetogreenhome. htm) offer great ideas about how you

can beautify your neighborhood.

2.Keep Baby Healthy and Safe. There are many

toxins in the toys children play with everyday and many children’s products are not the healthiest for them either. Healthy Child offers lists of toys that are unsafe for children and products that are organic, healthier alternatives (http://healthychild.org/live-healthy/ shop-healthy/category/85/?gclid=CN Sdg96JhaACFQli2godrkl4j). Locally, we can pick up these items at Whole Foods (www.wholefoodsmarket.com), The Fresh Market (www.thefreshmarket.com) and Chamberlin’s Natural Foods (www.chamberlins.com).

1.Buy, Eat and Use Local. Purchasing local, organic

produce, we help the environment, the local economy and our overall health. Local, organic produce also helps your wallet. Farmer’s Markets and Co-op’s have great prices on delicious and healthy natural foods and products. Around town, you can find the best deals at some of these local market places: Orlando Farmer’s Market at Lake Eola (http://www.orlandofarmersmarket.com/)- they also usually have Joseph Martens music and the Beer Garden!- Saturday Farmer’s Market in Winter Park (http://www.cityofwinterpark.org/Pages/Visitors/Shopping_ Dining_and_More/Saturday_Farmers_Market.aspx); The Plaza Theatre Farmer’s Market (www.theplazatheatre.com). Check out these places that teach and provide locals with knowledge on organic product growth and production: “Homegrown” Organic Food Co-op (http://homegrowncoop. org/); Simple Living Institute promotes sustainability in Central Florida (www. simplelivinginstitute.org); and Dansk Farms (http://www.danskfarms.com/ servlet/StoreFront). These things can make a huge difference in your life, the lives of those you care about and the life of the planet. When you reuse something, you are engaging in renewal and renewal transcends just dropping off your plastic bottles. Really look at your life. There are things, people, circumstances that could use renewing. You are due some refreshment for your life, as much as for your environment. Use this spring cleaning time to improve the environment of your spirit as well as your physical environment. This is the time for change so take charge of that now! Get a change of scenery and do the things you need to in order to keep that scenery beautiful longer! Until next time, be courageous!

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MARCH

ARIES 2010 (Mar. 21- Apr. 20) As of the 7th, the heavens will be on fire, Aries, lit up by several planets wearing your own particular brand of flames! Venus will set off for your sign and house of personality and appearance that day, followed by chatty Mercury and the Sun. Between the three, you’ll be hot and attracting a whole lot of attention. Your energy level will be running on high, and - just as an aside - you may need to find a way to work off some of that intensity. Feel free to fill in the blanks with the help of someone delicious.

LEO (July 23-Aug 22) You’re a pro when it comes to romance, Leo. You can woo, charm, and sweep someone off their feet before they ever see you coming. This month, thanks to the allure of five planets in endearing Pisces, all of whom will pass through your house of intimacy, you’ll be even more lethal. This will leave you with two jobs. First, be fair. Don’t play games just to see what happens. Second, if you’re truly interested, don’t wear your heart on your sleeve. Give them just enough of a glance to let them know you’re there, then see what happens.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 23 -Dec. 21) There’s a party starting in your house of love affairs, Sagittarius. Now, you’re as high-energy as a sign can be, but this crew will actually pump it up. Unbelievable? Sure. True? Absolutely! In fact, prepare yourself for what’s about to happen, thanks to that pack of planets in Aries who’ll invade that tender place, starting with loving Venus on the 7th. How? Well, be sure to take your vitamins, for starters, and don’t sleep less than eight hours a night until you know you have the right company - the kind that deserves your all-night attention.

TAURUS (Apr. 21- August 21) When it comes to honesty, Taurus, you simply can’t imagine being any other way. It saves time - and “Time is Money” was either written by or for your sign. More importantly on an inner level, honesty equals trustworthiness - both primary qualities in your book. So when, not if, a loved one begs you to keep something secret, you probably won’t want to, but you will. If you agree only because you feel obligated, stop right there. That’s not the best reason to do anything. Think it over and make it right with your conscience before you agree.

VIRGO (Aug. 23 -Sept. 23) Single, Virgo? Well, if that’s the case and you’d like your status to change, with very little effort on your part this month it certainly can and will change. Five planets will set up camp in your house of one-on-one relationships, each of them wearing romantic, dreamy Pisces, a sign that’s famous for romance, nostalgia, and warm, loving moments - and the New Moon on the 15th will also occur in Pisces. Feeling dizzy yet? Well, you should be. If you’re already attached, you’ll be even closer than before, and quite proud of yourself for making such a wonderful choice.

CAPRICORN (Dec 22.- Jan. 20) Your month will be split in half, Capricorn, divided by two astrological packs who’ll demand nothing less than all of your determined Earth Sign energy. From the 1st on, you’ll be focused on helping out with the affairs of siblings, neighbors, and long-time friends. Once the 7th arrives, however, with loving Venus’ passage into your house of home and family matters, you’ll be able to ease up and enjoy life. That will go double after the 17th, when a parade of planets in Aries will charge through that same house, absolutely demanding your attention - and some relaxation!

GEMINI (August 22-June 21) Patience has never been at the top of your sign’s favorite traits, Gemini, but this month, you’ll need to perfect it. Someone who’s been in your life for just about forever - platonically speaking, that is may suddenly seem to be sending you some distinctly non-platonic signals during March, and if you’re interested, you’ll need to wait until after the 9th to explore the possibilities. If you have something important to discuss, no matter who it’s with or what the subject is, wait until after the 10th, when Mars will turn direct in your house of communications. Patience.

LIBRA Sept. 24 -Oct. 23) If you thought you had a terrific February, Libra, you haven’t seen anything yet! The fun will start on the 7th, when Venus, the Queen of pleasurable sighs, will enter your house of close relationships, followed by chatty Mercury on the 17th and the empowering Sun on the 20th. With these three planets in this house, all just dying to get you connected with someone special, it can’t help but happen. If you’re already attached, you’ll have quite the time together, including all kinds of adventures - in all categories! If you’re unattached, prepare to literally meet your match!

AQUARIUS (Jan. 21 -Feb. 19) It’s a toss-up, Aquarius. Will you speak your mind so amazingly well that everyone will be afraid to disagree with you, much less confront you, or will the Full Moon of the 29th in peace-loving Libra turn you into a peaceful creature, ready to do what it takes to either extend or accept an apology? What a decision! Don’t make any choices until you’ve been fully exposed to the energy of the Sun, Mercury, and Venus in Aries and your house of communications, which will give you time to think about things. By the 29th, you’ll have it all figured out. will meet up with dreamy Neptune.

CANCER (June 22-July 22) You’re as home-loving as a sign could be, Cancer, so when someone mentions travel, especially of the long-distance variety, you’re always a bit timid - no matter how wonderful the destination or how much you’ve always wanted to visit it. This month, however, whether it’s the Eiffel Tower, Egyptian pyramids, or a cruise to Cozumel, if the opportunity presents itself and you can take your mate along, it will be next to impossible to keep you from packing your bags, checking for your passport, and hailing a cab to the airport. At the very least, make plans to go - soon.

SCORPIO (Oct. 24 - Nov. 22) You’re the sign that most adores intimacy, passion, and intrigue, Scorpio - so you’ll absolutely adore this month’s astrological agenda. Five planets will tiptoe through your house of love affairs - quite the passionate place, of course - all of them wearing nostalgic, dreamy Pisces, a Water Sign cousin. It won’t matter whether you’re single or attached. The point is that you’ll have so much romance on your hands that you may need to call on an earthy friend to help you separate fact from fiction. If you have that problem financially, however, be sure to consult someone more skilled.

PISCES (Feb. 20-Mar. 20) You’d better sit down, Pisces - while you can, that is - because it’s going to be an extremely “lively” month. No less than five planets (out of ten) will make their way through your sign during March. So what will happen, with half of the planets wearing your sign and passing through your house of personality and appearance? Well, to start with, you’ll be quite popular - and since shocking Uranus is the main character in this cast, you really should leave your social calendar open as much as possible to provide for all the unexpected invitations you’ll receive.

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Dear Caroline, I have a roommate who until recently was a pleasure to live with. Things started going downhill when he got a serious boyfriend a couple of months ago. The two of them are inseparable—which is fine—but they like to also be inseparable from our apartment! Boyfriend lives with his mother, so hanging at his place isn’t an option. Every day I come home from work to find Boyfriend lounging in front of the t.v. (he works from home, which means lately he has been working from my home). He is a pleasant enough guy but I feel like I am being an asshole if I ask him to change the channel from Jersey Shore to CNN—even though it is my t.v.! When my roommate comes home the two of them spend an hour or two cooking in the kitchen, leave the dirty dishes in the sink, and camp out all night in front of the t.v. In the morning (often after a night of having to listen to them have sex through the bedroom wall) I often have to wait for Boyfriend to get out of the bathroom just so I can get ready for work. I mentioned to my roommate that I am feeling like an outsider in my own house, but he just got defensive and accused me of being “jealous” because he is so in love and has a relationship and I don’t. Caroline, I was really happy with my living situation before Boyfriend arrived on the scene and I don’t want to have to move! How can I talk to roommate so he can see my side of things? ---Too Close for Comfort Dear Too Close, I dealt with a very similar situation when I was in college—in this case Boyfriend was an unemployed around-the-clock pot smoker—so I feel your pain. My roommate just could not understand that I needed a little bit of privacy (and clean air) and as result there were a lot of slamming of doors and days going by without speaking to one another. Fortunately, that Boyfriend got busted on a possession with intent to distribute charge so the county sheriff was able to help me solve that problem. But getting back to your dilemma: Any person with an ounce of tact knows there are several golden rules of being a roommate (thou shalt not leave hair in the sink, thou shalt not leave other roommates wet laundry on top of dryer where it will mold, etc.), and the big daddy of them all is “thou shalt respect roommates space!” When some people get into a serious relationship they morph from being nice, reasonable people to horrendously self-centered beasts, as though their romance is so deep and intense that no rules of decency apply to them. Bullshit. That only flies if you live alone (and even then is sort of obnoxious). You must be firm about your feelings even if your roommate gets mad. Deep down, I bet he knows you are right but is probably so caught up in the frenzy of infatuation that he does not want to compromise, thinking (in that warped way obsessed people think) that if Boyfriend isn’t by his side 24/7 the relationship will surely fail! Pick a time when Boyfriend is not around and calmly ask roommate to sit and talk about things. Don’t accuse or get angry (even though you have a right to be)…ask him how he would feel if the situation was reversed. Suggest a schedule where you get the kitchen and couch all to yourself a few days a week. Insist that dishes are cleaned up after making dinner. As someone who pays half the damn rent, you have a right to these basic requests! And if he still insists on playing house with Boyfriend every day then your only choice is to start looking for other digs. And next time you have a roommate, be sure to print out that Golden Rule List of Roommates and have all parties both sign it—I’m not kidding!

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Raphsodic Cooperative Company http://www.raphsodic.com/ 710 N. Mills Ave Orlando (Across from 7-Eleven/CVS) The greatest privilege about the new Raphsodic location on Mills has been driving by this work in progress and seeing a small team of people/ friends working together to make something happen. Every day has been like a diary and most of us have seen the work on the interior and on the windows, but now we finally get to walk inside and take a bite out of what Raphsodic has to offer. And that of course would be delicious Vegan goodies! Kid you not, those cupcakes are totally delish. Walk in now, say hello, buy a cup cake, stay for a bit, repeat.

Is that not the cheekiest name for a store or what? This little hole in the whole located right next door to Austin Coffee has everything you need to have a flower power day. TONS of tie-dye clothing for both men and women, jewelry, accesories, and of course plenty of incense and spiritual needs. Very cool spot with a nice and warm and fuzzy vibe.

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The Keeping Up With The Kardashians season finale receives an E! channel series high of 4.8 million. Nearly double that of Gossip Girl, or Project Runway.