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Jul 14 2010 ∞
“ For the most part, Jessica says that she keeps active with gym, hiking, and ballet, and also sticks to a regimented diet when working - no bread, dairy, sugar, salt, and not a lot of meat.
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Jessica Biel on her diet and workout regiment, FitSugar.

That’s just depressing for the average person, like myself.  

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Jul 06 2010 ∞

Summer Travel

I hadn’t planned on it being the case, but this is going to be an insanely good summer of travel.  I kicked it off Memorial Day with a week long trip to Indonesia (Java and Bali), then followed that up the following weekend with a jaunt to SF and Napa with B-school friends.  

I then had my first business trip out to Minneapolis, which I was pleasantly surprised by.  The for 4th of July, a handful of us planned a very last minute (night before) trip out to the Hamptons.  That was then maximized to include Shelter Island and Montauk.  

And already confirmed for the rest of summer are Newport, RI, and a concluding Labor day weekend trip to Chicago, IL.  Who knows, there may be a few more local weekenders and business trips, but it’s looking good!

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Jul 05 2010 ∞
It’s been a very good and relaxing July 4th weekend out in the Hamptons, Shelter Island and Montauk.

It’s been a very good and relaxing July 4th weekend out in the Hamptons, Shelter Island and Montauk.

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Jul 03 2010 ∞

Southampton Bound

It’s Saturday morning and I’m sitting here waiting for my friends to arrive.  We’re set to leave the City at 9am and drive out to Southampton for the weekend.  I can’t believe how excited I am about this little getaway.   We have a small, but good group going, and it should be lots of fun with a good balance of R&R beach time, Surf Lodge, etc., complimented with two ridiculous nights out.  :)

Happy 4th!

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Jun 07 2010 ∞

I’m Back, Bitches

I’m back from an amazing week long vacation to Indonesia - Yogyakarta and Bali.  Bali wasn’t exactly how I envisioned it to be, better in some ways, not as impressive in others.  But the best part was that I got to leisurely spend time with my good girl friends, as well as a lot of other friends.  More details to follow.

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May 26 2010 ∞

Countdown

It’s been extremely busy at work these last few days.  Not only is it time to update our rolling forecasts, but our execs from headquarters are in town for all day meetings this week.  On top of that, the top top execs are coming next week so there’s a lot of prep there.  Unfortunately I won’t be here for that, but I’ll be somewhere better… not thinking of work.

It’s all in anticipation of my much needed vacation!  Next week my good girl friend from college, will be marrying another good friend of mine.  And we’re headed off to Bali to celebrate!  I can’t wait.  I definitely need this trip, and I can’t wait to celebrate with my girl friends.  Only two more days til departure.

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May 19 2010 ∞
“

For if we choose only to expose ourselves to opinions and viewpoints that are in line with our own, studies suggest that we become more polarized, more set in our ways. That will only reinforce and even deepen the political divides in this country.

But if we choose to actively seek out information that challenges our assumptions and our beliefs, perhaps we can begin to understand where the people who disagree with us are coming from.

Now, this requires us to agree on a certain set of facts to debate from. That’s why we need a vibrant and thriving news business that is separate from opinion makers and talking heads. That’s why we need an educated citizenry that values hard evidence and not just assertion. As Senator Daniel Patrick Moynihan famously once said, “Everybody is entitled to his own opinion, but not his own facts.”

Still, if you’re somebody who only reads the editorial page of The New York Times, try glancing at the page of The Wall Street Journal once in a while. If you’re a fan of Glenn Beck or Rush Limbaugh, try reading a few columns on the Huffington Post website. It may make your blood boil; your mind may not be changed. But the practice of listening to opposing views is essential for effective citizenship. It is essential for our democracy.
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Obama’s commencement speech at University of Michigan (via dihard)

So true.

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May 16 2010 ∞
Out having sangria with an old friend on a gorgeous Sunday evening. This is one of those great New York moments.

Out having sangria with an old friend on a gorgeous Sunday evening. This is one of those great New York moments.

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May 08 2010 ∞

Ramps for Dinner

You can’t go wrong with ramps.  I kept dinner simple.  Sauteed the ramps and oyster mushrooms with olive oil and salt, then added my whole wheat rotini.  Nothing fancy or rich, but the flavor of the ramps really came through.  I can’t wait to eat it again.

Next week when I have more time, I’m going to buy more ramps and make a risotto with asparagus, ramps, peas and cremini mushrooms.  Very seasonal!

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The weekend has started off right. Last night I had after work cocktails outdoors at the Crosby Hotel, and followed that up with a delicious dinner at Emporio. Other than the great company, it was also great because my entree was delicious.  I ordered the ricotta agnolotti, which was my first meal this season with ramps. Ramps are so good! Especially when they’re paired with mushrooms and pasta, two other food items that I love. So this morning, after I worked my ass off with my girl friend at an intense 930am spin class at Flywheel, I met up with two other friends at the Union Square Green Market.  Perfect timing as the rain had stopped and the sun came out as we strolled through the market.  And solely because of my delicious meal the night before, I left the market with ramps and oyster mushrooms.  I look forward to the rest of this weekend!  :)

The weekend has started off right. Last night I had after work cocktails outdoors at the Crosby Hotel, and followed that up with a delicious dinner at Emporio. Other than the great company, it was also great because my entree was delicious.  I ordered the ricotta agnolotti, which was my first meal this season with ramps. Ramps are so good! Especially when they’re paired with mushrooms and pasta, two other food items that I love.

So this morning, after I worked my ass off with my girl friend at an intense 930am spin class at Flywheel, I met up with two other friends at the Union Square Green Market.  Perfect timing as the rain had stopped and the sun came out as we strolled through the market.  And solely because of my delicious meal the night before, I left the market with ramps and oyster mushrooms.  I look forward to the rest of this weekend!  :)

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