Was a blast. Last weekend, I attended BlogHer ’11. It was phenomenal, featuring swag galore, bloggers all over the place, sponsors, parties, and lots of panels. Not that we went to that many of those. Networking. Empowering, inspiring women. Camraderie. Love it! Here are a few snaps: This is the view from our hotel room…
It’s good for my soul
A few days ago, I mentioned that I was in San Diego for a conference. I also talked about how I couldn’t get enough of the beach. I literally could not get enough. I went to PB (as the cool kids call it). I went to Coronado Beach. I went to Corona del Mar Beach.…
Here’s Me Trying the Rainbow Tips Trend …
… and failing? It’s not a failure per say. But it does not exactly look like LC’s Rainbow Tips. Nor did it ever. First, I bleached the bottom three inches or so with Manic Panic bleach. That went well, I was very platinum blonde. Then, I added Manic Panic semi-permanent colors to the ends, in…
I am that blogger
You know, the one that’s about to apologize for not blogging. Last weekend, I went to the BlogHer conference in San Diego, where I could NOT get enough of the ocean. The smell, the sand, the salt, the sounds … I love love love the beach. I did yoga once, worked out once, played football…
Austin: Paul Petersen at VIVO Lake Creek
I feel a particular affinity for people I’ve interviewed, even if I haven’t really kept tabs on them in quite some time. One of my first major interviews out of college was with Chef Paul Petersen, a legendary Texas chef who had then just made the somewhat controversial move to the Gage Hotel in Marathon,…
Thank You, Erin Condren
I recently bought an eversave coupon to erincondren.com. I LOVE sending thank you notes and think there’s nothing nicer than doing so. These are so nice, so pretty, and so fresh. I received the box above, and I cannot speak highly enough of the out-and-out experience! Not only did I get my pack of notes…
A new gym gem
They just keep coming! Today, doing a CrossFit Football workout (5 rounds: 155# max reps back squat / 7 burpee box jumps 20″) at the ritzy gym in Aspen (which is quite the distinction), a trainer at the gym was watching me while training and talking to his client. He has seen me in here…
Aspen: Why Ellina is Buzzing
When an occasion came along recently for us to celebrate, my number one choice was Ellina. The Vermonster and I had heard plenty of great things about Ellina, but hadn’t gotten a chance to check it out. It’s three seasons old (that’s a summer, winter, and now a summer) but still growing its buzz with…
Body Image (at the CrossFit Games)
#1 in this post is so essential: 3 Body Image Myths We Keep on Believing … having a great body image isn’t about thinking you look hot every single day. It’s about thinking you are powerful, capable, and hot most days 🙂 As the CrossFit Games are this weekend (how jealous am I of all…
[UPDATED] Drink Me: Mercy Mercy
UPDATE: Thanks to commenter Brian, MERCY has given us a promo code for free shipping! WAHOO! Use discount code “Austin” to get free shipping on ANY order. Try a MERCYRITA and let me know how it goes! The other day, I accidentally ended up having a small gathering at my apartment. Luckily, we always have…