• My first beach football season comes to an end in the semi-finals. But is followed by an MVP ribbon, dartying, and promises of a bright future for Fumblebrewski.
• Whirlwind Austin trip for Mother’s Day! We managed to pack in lots of activities—how is Corazon at Castle Hill not on more people’s Austin restaurant radars?! holy tenderloin!—plus I got to shop mom’s closet. I’m so lucky to have such a great mom <3 (and dad!) And this view…
  
• Nali’s report card was positive from a kennel snooty enough to hand out report cards.
• Taco Tuesday! Taco Wednesday on my own patio!
• Meeting some Olympians … I can’t reveal who, but you’ll see ‘em in Orange Coast mag’s July issue.

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I have a list on my fridge of Things To Do—well, I have lists like that everywhere, but the fridge is command central for Things To Do Around The House. On that list is one item:

• Gardening?

This, to anyone who knows me, is hilarious. I mean, I flipped out when I had to weed. I can’t keep love ferns alive to save my love. I am no stranger to garden failure—there was once a homemade greenhouse (the construction or maintenance of which I take NO credit) on my porch for an entire Colorado summer that managed to produce but one head of lettuce.

But. I took my happy self to Lowe’s, perused the garden section like I might buy some perennials, or annuals, or brightly-colored flowers, or maybe even a chard plant. Then, I practically and with complete knowledge of reality, bought succulents. Let’s be serious. Sometimes I forget to give water to MY DOG, how am I going to remember to water inanimate objects, living things though they may be?

Then, they sat on my counter for a week while I looked for appropriately quirky vessels. Cafe Bustelo, with your bright yellow coffee tin? Don’t mind if I do! I even packed up a little guy and took him to work.

Back to the Cafe Bustelo Succulent. You see, coffee grinds make things grow, I seem to remember reading somewhere sometime. So I put some coffee grinds in the coffee tin with the flat, pretty succulent and watered it. ONCE. That cactus plant grew overnight! All the sudden it was a tall, desert-scrub looking thing, no longer my hardy faux-flower, instead reaching for the sky (from inside my house). I took to the googles. You can trim the tops, the googles said, and the plant will stay short.

So I did.

But in my experience, this is not exactly true. The original Cafe Bustelo Succulent has turned yellow and died.

Erm. I might also add … Perhaps atop the hot water heater was not the best place for it?

Next step: The Gro Project‘s Toyrarium, a hilarious combo of succulents, toys, and a fishbowl. Quirky and cute, just like I wanted. They also have a Ukelele Garden and an Origami Garden. And tons of other resources—including fun garden projects inspiration via Pinterest and a Sprout It! app. Their motto: “From green to green thumb” …

Maybe, just maybe, I was too good at succulent growing? (I wasn’t even using any indoor boosters, like the Shake n’ Feed Moisture Control All Purpose Plant Food from Miracle-Gro, which were I to plant big indoor things I would probably need.) Should I move on to bigger things, like a full outdoor garden? I mean, they make this thing called Miracle-Gro LiquaFeed All-Purpose Plant Food Advance Starter Kit, which “feeds” and waters at the same time while managing NOT to kill the dog (hey—I haven’t in 6 years, plant food is NOT about to take her down). How hard could it be (FAMOUS LAST WORDS)? Could Summer 2013 be the Summer of Gardening Training Wheels?

We’ll see.

• Gardening?

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As it turns out, ankle-length pants are not simply pants that are too short—the new crop (pardon the pun) are a flattering silhouette that will showcase great gams and incredible shoes. The latest iterations are all about prints—the slightly shorter length tones down the busy-ness and keeps pants playful. Here are a few of my faves and how to rock them.

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• Last-minute Cinco de Mayo party! I was nervous (I only know 7 people here) but it turned out awesome!!
• CrossFit Newport Beach is so awesome. Shenanigans:
  
• New friend of a friend “mini-me” who I really like—hi Leah!
• Playing in a celeb basketball game … or just playing basketball again in general. I miss it!! (foot injury)
• Finding out I have two more weeks on my yoga membership than I thought—score! It’s like free yoga.
• Anticipating many fun things this weekend with football playoffs, barbecues, and heading home to see my MAMA for Mother’s Day!

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Fan boy!!

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Word.

A professional makeup artist friend of mine did my makeup for my recent red carpet walk (ha! I was just there to TAKE the pics) and I looked gorge, if I do say so myself. But I was surprised to find out that the smokey brown-gold eye I had been doing on myself was a tiny, sad version of what I could and should have been doing. With all the layers she put on, I still looked natural, just better.

Which brings us back to my style- and life-icon Jessica Biel at the Time 100 Gala. “I thought giving her a sultry, warm-brown, smoky eye would look great with her Tom Ford dress,” says makeup artist Beau Nelson. The look is warm brown smoky eyes with orange cheeks.

Then, there’s her hair. I feel like if I wore my hair like this, it’d look like I didn’t have time to do my hair, but on Jess it looks perfectly undone. However, I have it on good authority that hairstylist Anthony Campbell used hairspray, thickening spray, beach spray, AND big curling iron to create the half-up look. Again, layers of things to make you look natural, but better.

Turns out looking naturally gorgeous is a lot harder than it looks, celebs.

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Endless Summer To-Do List

1. Learn to surf. Duh.
2. Drink wine on the patio with friends.
3. Get better at beach volleyball. Take lessons?
4. Find a doubles partner.
5. Rock climb outdoors.
6. Visit Catalina Island.
7. Temecula. And other wineries.
8. Make it to San Fran.
9. And San Diego.
10. And Santa Barbara.
11. And maybe even Mexico.
12. Make my own sunscreen with essential oils.
13. Try the Oaxacan tamale in the Feb issue of Orange Coast mag—read item #13.
14. Snatch more than 105#.
15. Abs.
16. Angels game. LA Temptation (LFL) game.
17. Buy a beach cruiser.
18. Avoid sunburn.
19. Camp. Preferably on the beach.
20. Make buffalo dogs around the infamous fire pits (I think I need a crew for this one)
21. Get over fear of Balboa Island.
22. Garden?
23. At least wash car.
24. Horse racing at Del Mar.
25. Learn to golf.
26. At least go to the driving range.
27. Plan an out-of-country trip.
28. Avoid competing in exercising.
29. But go watch the CrossFit Games?
30. And definitely dominate in beach football.
31. Splits.
32. Theme party (ies)
33. Duffy

ps – I hate the phrase Bucket List. Unclear why. Just do. So this is indeed a summer bucket list (so hot right now!) but I wanted to name it something better.

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When it comes to new trends and the latest styles, women’s clothing can become a bit of a minefield. With so much on offer to suit every preference, knowing what suits your body shape is half the battle.

Styling isn’t as difficult as you may originally think. Once you know the basics of what you’re aiming for, get to grips with your body shape and treat yourself to a shopping spree by checking out this season’s women’s clothing range at ASDA George.

Apple

An ample bust, rounded stomach, and slim legs indicates an apple body shape that would look fabulous with accessories that help define the figure. While dressing an apple figure can be a little daunting, it needn’t be. Draw attention to your favourite bits and open up the neckline with scoop and V necks, such as the Barbara Hulanicki Gathered Dress for an incredible £18 at ASDA George.

Pear

Narrow shoulders and bigger hips indicate a pear figure. It’s a classic shape that will look fabulous with strapless maxi dresses or halterneck tops that will skim past the hips and show off your fabulous
shoulders. Team a maxi dress with a contrasting belt that emphasizes your incredible waist.

Hourglass

An ample bust and curvy hips with a dainty waist in the middle is the typical hourglass figure, and a shape that many women would kill for. Have a look at the structured jackets that are available which will accentuate your shoulders and pull in your waist to show off your silhouette even more.

Athletic

If you don’t have many curves, you can wear pretty much anything. The key is to emphasize your femininity so that you don’t feel too androgynous. Short fitted dresses, such as the Moda Side Peplum Dress, skinny jeans, and waist-cinching belts to give the illusion of curves could work wonders.

Slender

If you’re very slim with few curves, you’ll likely have a slender body shape. While many women would love to have your slim figure, in reality, you may wish to create curves. Look out for clothes which will help to feminise your shape, such as fluted edges and ra-ra styles. Opt for cowl necklines rather than V-necks, which will drape over the bust rather than point straight at it. Choose clothing that provides a peplum effect, which will add volume to the hips and create the illusion of curves.

Inverted Triangle

If your shoulders are broad and you’re a little top heavy, don’t hide behind baggy clothes. Instead, show off your assets with empire lines and wide-legged trousers to help balance your shoulders. Be proud of your narrow hips and slim waist. Tailored jackets and sweeping dresses will look perfect.

Get to know your body shape and start styling your wardrobe to flaunt it this summer. Don’t shy away behind clothes that don’t show off your figure. Choose the right styles for your body and you’ll look
simply fabulous.

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