On Mon Feb 13, Jason and I went on a date to see Morgan Cameron Ross play at the Mod Club. He opened for a girl named Rumer (Elton John is a big fan) but I hadn’t heard of her until the show. It was my first night out to see live music since we saw Morgan open for Third Eye Blind at Echo Beach this summer, and of course Brock was there too Morgan played without a band and I really liked the raw sound of just the guitar. Oh yeah, and Morgan if Holly isn’t available I’m so in to sing her part on Hold On To Your Heart – one of my favourite songs off the album.
Here’s the live version of My Brother Went to Prison – which is a song that’s video is banned in Quebec for being too sexual
And here’s a live version of “Let It Go”, his last song of the night.
If you haven’t heard any of Morgan’s solo stuff you should check him out online and download his album “Let It Go” on iTunes
I’ll post the videos of Rumer tomorrow. She was amazing and such a strong singer. You’ll love her!
Can you believe that it’s the middle of February? And that Valentines Day is next week? So far 2012 has been a bit of a slow, hard year but it’s getting better every day, in my opinion. I have been crazy busy with work this week and also got out to some events, which I have yet to post about because I can’t find my battery charger, camera cord or card reader to download the photos! Morgan Cameron Ross was AMAZING at the Mod Club (as usual) and I got to hear the newest songstress out of the UK – Rumer (I promise I will find my stuff to upload this weekend!) Mom & I also went to the Pure + Simple Rosacea Skincare launch and I had a work hang/dinner date with Miss Hummel who I missed SOO much.
Today is going to be crazy busy as Friday’s tend to be so here is your Show & Tell:
It’s been a year since the Tsunami in Japan and the National Post had a brilliant article yesterday with photos of the before and after. It’s amazing to see the devastation and how barren it looks in some places.
Whether you like Howard Stern or hate him you need to listen to what he says on his show this week about all the Anti-Gay hate that is running rampant in middle America. I want every single person to stand up for what is right and share this message #NOH8
This week has been crazy busy with moving and unpacking. Yesterday we got a brand new mattress & boxspring from Sears and had the best sleep ever last night. I didn’t want to get out of bed this morning at all. It’s a pain in the butt not being able to find things yet but I’m going to spend the whole weekend unpacking and organizing so come help! I also lost my computer this morning because I put it on a shelf in the closet where it would be safe and I would remember where I left it. Haha. Took me about 10 minutes of frantic searching before I remembered.
I’ve got to get out the door so I’ll make it to the office on time so here are your Show & Tell links for the week.
Hope you all have a great weekend and seriously come help me unpack!
I’ve been reading Letters of Note lately and it’s a pretty interesting site. This letter from March of 1973 by E. B. White — the author of such books as Stuart Little and Charlotte’s Web — in response to a letter from a Mr. Nadeau, who sought his opinion on what he saw as a bleak future for the human race. “As long as there is one upright man, as long as there is one compassionate woman, the contagion may spread and the
scene is not desolate.“
Full Tool concert video from their stop in Reno on Jan 14/12. I’m sooo sad I missed out on seeing them in Toronto. Tool is AMAZING live and thanks to this guy who filmed the ENTIRE SHOW!!
Mashable has a great infographic about SOPA & The Film Industry :
Blogging from bed on Sunday morning. Im liking my new iPhone now that Bell got it together and switched my service. I have to admit that I feel a little guilty switching from a blackberry but the iPhone options are just so much more attractive. Like blogging on my phone. Havent figured out the best way to organize my multiple emails yet. Would also love your recommendations on the best or favourite apps.
Spending the day packing and moms coming to help. Then were going to meet Carris new dog Rocco.
This week has been a little rough, I’m not gonna lie. Things are up and down and all around but thankfully this weekend is PACKING WEEKEND cause we move on Tuesday!!!
I am ecstatic for a new place. I can’t tell you how many issues we’ve had with the place we’re in now. Ugh. Worst landlords EVER! Our new place is closer to Queen, bigger, has a working fireplace, and backyard, dishwasher, laundry and parking. Yup. We’re moving up in the world I have paint colours picked out, a new bed ready to be purchased and found the perfect couch for our new space. I usually feel like January 1st is the start of a new year for me (being that it’s my birthday and all) but this year January seemed to be a continuation of the annoying year of 2011. So February 1st is the day to turn over a new leaf, push forward on my goals and projects and really get moving on in life!
I’ve got some great links to share with you this week. Hope you like them!
Lucia shared this photo & message on FB and I had to share. Inspirational and to be honest it’s truthful. THIS is what some of you should be paying attention to and standing up for instead of fighting on social media about who is a bigger fan of a band.
In this age of big business, massive corporate layoffs and huge corporations that we can’t trust here is a great article from American Express giving 10 Examples of Tremendous Business Leadership
I am a tea drinker and it’s not unusual for me to drink 2 or 3 cups a day. I’ve been having issues sleeping lately and am feeling more anxiety then usual and this might be a cause. I HATE decaffeinated Tetley Tea, it just tastes off, and I found this article on how to decaffeinate your Tea at home. Gonna try it this weekend and I’ll let you know how it goes!
I don’t know who shared this on FB but it’s hilarious – Dumb Girl Poses
I love old photos and I especially love seeing old photos of our beautiful city. BlogTO shared some Vintage TO signage this week and it’s pretty cool to see where our city was
That’s it for me today. I’m off to work and can’t wait to get packed and moved! If you want to come over for beers, pizza and packing everyone’s invited!!
This week was a hard one. My wonderful uncle passed away and for a family as close as ours it has been a trying time. I’ve been up and down, sad and happy and very reflective about life and what is important. Death has a way of bringing you back to reality and focusing on living your life to the fullest. My uncle had a great life and we will remember him as a strong man who lived the best life he could.
Life is too short to be mad, angry, jealous or mean. Do unto others as you would have done to you. I want to be an inspiration to people, give back to those that need it and be a strong role model. I love that anyone reads my blog and comments on what I have to say and please feel free to share with me privately if you don’t want to post on here.
Now that the serious stuff is out of the way, here are some great links to take us into the weekend!
XOJane beauty editor Cat shares her best at-home teeth whitening products. I’ve been thinking my chompers could use a bit of brightening lately and I want to try them out.
I am still loving A Beautiful Mess and in a recent post she shares 5 Ways I Display Photos in my Home which I think it super great because most photos live on your computer or the internet now. I love my old photo albums and I don’t have nearly enough personal photos displayed. I remember when I first moved out I had a wall display of photos of friends & family and in the new house I want another one.
Another A Beautiful Mess find that is going to be very helpful to a novice like me 5 Tips for Food Photography
I posted last week about Aveda’s Scholarship Contest - if you’re interested in winning tuition to pursue your dream of being a top stylist then ENTER!
Led by the child who simply knew – an amazing story of hope for a young transgender person. Twin boys who were identical in every way but one. Wyatt was a girl to the core, and now lives as one, with the help of a brave, loving family and a path-breaking doctor’s care.
How much should you tip when out at a restaurant? This great infographic shows Tipping Etiquette around the world (click image to enlarge)
That’s it for this week. I want everyone that reads this to make a point of telling the people closest to you that you love them.
Ooohhhh is this spooky day for you or what? I’ve said this before, but Friday the 13th doesn’t usually feel like a scary or unlucky day for our family because my little bro was born on a Friday the 13th and I actually like this day I woke up to the first real snow we’ve had this winter and my first time to drive a standard car in the show. Luckily I thought to call Kyle for advice before heading out.
Here’s my first Show & Tell of 2012 and it’s a little light but hope you like it.
I started reading the She Knows site last year and it’s got lots of interesting articles. I’m not big into New Years Resolutions but the article Top 5 Financial Resolutions To Make This Year is on my To Do list
I absolutely HATE taxidermy and apparently this has seen a resurgence as it’s trendy again to decorate your home with dead animals. But then Regretsy posted about Shauna Richardson’s Crochetdermy and it’s brilliant!
My co-worker shared this article with me earlier this week and though most companies wouldn’t agree I think it’s a great idea. Give Your Employees Unlimited Vacation Days – now this does have the potential to be abused but as Red Frog’s owner has a great answer for this “If [employees are] incapable of handling the responsibility that comes along with having unlimited vacation days, they’re probably incapable of handling other responsibilities too, so don’t hire them.”
My friends at the Aveda Institute asked me if I would share their BORN TO STYLE Scholarship Contest with you guys and of course I said yes!
If you or any of your friends are thinking about becoming a Hair Stylist then you should enter for your chance to win FREE TUITION! Who doesn’t want to go to school for free? And trust me, student loans are great when you get them but I’m still paying off mine… 10 years later!
What’s even better is that there will be four grand prize winners of full tuition at one of their top hair schools in Toronto, Calgary,
Vancouver, Victoria and Winnipeg.
Here’s the info you need and click HERE to go to the contest site
WHAT IS IT?
Aveda Institute is offering up four full scholarships to their hair schools in five different cities across Canada. To win, the contestant must submit a video explaining in a convincing manner (and showing perhaps some sizzle ) why they are “Born to Style”. Winners will be selected by a panel of top celebrity judges from each of the five cities (Victoria, Vancouver, Calgary, Winnipeg and Toronto).
STEP 1: MAKE A VIDEO
Create a video to show us why you are BORN TO STYLE and why you’ve got the talent, passion and determination it takes to develop your hairstyling skills with the Aveda Institute Canada.
STEP 2: UPLOAD & SHARE
Visit www.avedainstitute.ca/scholarship to enter the contest. Upload your video then share your entry with the world! Share your Aveda Institute entry page link with all your family, friends, fans and followers and get them to rate your video. Share your talent with the world!
STEP 3: HAIR SHOWDOWN
Beauty industry professionals hand pick five aspiring hairstylists in each city to advance to the final round. These future hairdressers will participate in a live head-to-head competition and runway show putting together a complete look in front of a panel of style experts and hairstyling heavy hitters. The winner in each city will be awarded a full scholarship to the Aveda Institute hair school!
And cause I want one of you guys to win here’s some tips on how videos will be judged:
>> >> Boldness and clarity of artistic vision
>> >> Originality and creativity
>> >> Demonstrates candidate is fashion forward and understands the Aveda mission
>> >> Overall Impression
Last day to submit a video is March 31st, 2012 at 11:59:59 a.m. ET
For more information on the institute and their program, check out the AVEDA Institute Canada website http://www.avedainstitute.ca
They’ve also got a ton of photos of Flickr so you can check out some of their grad’s work, institute photos, events and more
If you or your friends do enter the contest please let me know
p.s. This is a sponsored post and Aveda is sending me some of their amazing products to try out.
I’m sure most of you have seen this on FB the past week. I finally watched it yesterday and couldn’t wait to post it for anyone who hasn’t seen it yet.
Walk Off The Earth did an amazing cover of Goyte’s Somebody That I Used To Know. Now this is pure talent and I think these guys are going to go far. I can’t wait to see them play live!
Morgan played without a band and I really liked the raw sound of just the guitar. Oh yeah, and Morgan if Holly isn’t available I’m so in to sing her part on Hold On To Your Heart – one of my favourite songs off the album.
