Fall 2008

“Play. Sleep. Love.”

“Play. Sleep. Love.”

Sounds great, doesn’t it? And perfect with regard to our column “Romance on the Road,” which focuses on fabulous places for couples to share magical getaways.



2008 “CONCERN” BLOCK PARTY 40 MILLION IN 40 YEARS!

2008 “CONCERN” BLOCK PARTY 40 MILLION IN 40 YEARS!

The Concern Foundation just celebrated its 40th year in funding Cancer Research worldwide. What began as a local organization by 14 families, is now a major fundraising group that has raised over 40 million dollars!



A Bodacious “Bowling for Boobies” Bash!

A Bodacious “Bowling for Boobies” Bash!

Bowling has become a hip sport these days, but never was it hipper than Monday, October 13th at the oh-so-cool Lucky Strike Lanes in Hollywood. This was no ordinary night at the bowling alley. It was the 4th Annual “Bowling for Boobies” night, hosted by the Busted Foundation.



Five Fab Femmes Make “9 to 5” Fantastic Fun!

Five Fab Femmes Make “9 to 5” Fantastic Fun!

“9 to 5: The Musical,” which opened September 9th at the Ahmanson Theatre, is based on the hit 1980 comedy movie Nine to Five, starring Jane Fonda, Lily Tomlin and Dolly Parton. Staying true to the original story, the show revolves around three secretaries in a male-dominated company, who decide to get revenge on their tyrannical, misogynistic boss.



Want to Go Somewhere Other Worldly? Take a Trip to the Americana!

Want to Go Somewhere Other Worldly? Take a Trip to the Americana!

Oh, the beautiful smells, vibrant colors, rich architecture, pristine landscaping, and superior design–all these descriptions are based on my experiences at Glendale, California’s the Americana. I discovered that I was a visual, auditory coveter at six years old when my parents took me to Disneyland for the first time. My senses were titillated by all the colors, sounds, and smells.



ROMANCE ON THE ROAD – Phoenix Arizona

ROMANCE ON THE ROAD – Phoenix Arizona

Airfares too high? Tired of Vegas? Think of Phoenix, Arizona, for your next staycation. You don’t have to go far for an absolutely fun-filled, culturally rich and relaxing vacation… still relatively close to home. Phoenix has all kinds of unique and wonderful places to visit. We started with one of the most exciting…



Product Review: Bootie Pies

Product Review: Bootie Pies

Have to get a pedicure but it is way too cold outside? Well, finally, ladies, there is a solution to that troublesome dilemma. Bootie Pies: Pedicure Boots for Posh Toes are new patent-pending luxury pedicure boots giving women the option to enjoy pedicures during the cold winter months. Bootie Pies look like regular boots. They are beautifully designed suede boots with faux sheepskin lining and a patent leather toe. They range from size 5 to size 11 and come in 5 colors:



Lisa Michelle – Designing Clothes Beautifully Both Inside and Out

Lisa Michelle – Designing Clothes Beautifully Both Inside and Out

The Lisa Michelle Collection may have only debuted last spring, but designer Lisa Felsenthal herself is not just stepping into the fashion scene. Having designed for names like Rozae Nichols and Monique Lhuillier, this designer has a resume to envy. Establishing her own line just moves her one step closer to achieving her dreams of having her designs worn by models strutting down the runway during Fashion Week.



Breast Cancer Month October – A Month Where ‘The New Black Is Pink’

Breast Cancer Month October – A Month Where ‘The New Black Is Pink’

For more than 20 years, the month of October has been dedicated to building awareness and sharing information on the most common type of cancer that affects women across the world. There are over 2 million women in the United States alone that have been treated for cancer. Last year over 40,000 women and 300 plus men had their lives taken by this horrible disease.

(Written by Shannon Haggard)



YogaFit for Cyclists – DVD Review

YogaFit for Cyclists – DVD Review

We will be taking a look at YogaFit’s “Yoga for Cyclist” program tailored to improve health and performance while preventing injury for all cycling enthusiasts. This is a great idea for cyclists of all levels in order to achieve better oxygen efficiency, faster recovery, enhanced performance, improved range of motion, and over all better health while reducing any stress and tension you might be harboring as told by YogaFit.

(Articles by fitness trainer/nutritionist Anthony Heredia)