tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-19900243651502901682024-02-18T23:55:46.967-05:00Moments in my LifeJust moments here and there. No secrets reveals thats why they are called secrets. But good gossip always in order.Peaceolehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07086241345341545717noreply@blogger.comBlogger335125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1990024365150290168.post-62147675485832820972013-04-09T07:33:00.000-04:002013-04-09T07:33:11.642-04:00Mercadito Midtown Good EatsWell it has been a while since I posted something on good eats but that does not mean we have not attended any. In an effort to save time on reading a long post I will post one and then at a later date post another one. <br />
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<a href="http://www.mercaditorestaurants.com/midtown/index.php" target="_blank">Mercadito Midtown</a><br />
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Originally we came upon this as an adventure. We were watching the Food Channel's show Heat Seekers and then wondered if they had gone to any places in Miami. (Answer yes 2 places). We picked Mercadito because they featured a drink called the <a href="http://www.foodnetwork.com/recipes/vato-loco-the-hottest-drink-on-earth-recipe/index.html" target="_blank">Vato Loco (The Hottest Drink on Earth)</a>. <br />
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Well you know that peaked the man's taste buds so we thought oh what the heck lets go for it. So we did. We came to learn when we arrived that the restaurant no longer makes this drink. We could not get a straight answer from the bartender. I suspect it was a gimic to get the show in and perhaps the 1 hour and 30 minutes (that which includes 30 minutes in cooking) to make the drink was not feasable. So yes we were disappointed but after a long drive we decided to stay and enjoy some of their foods. I did try this specialty drink they had called Big Nose Goes to Mexico that basically is several types of tequilla and a floater of 151 rum and oh yes they light it on fire and serve it to you flaming. <br />
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That is the drink you take and dunk the lime to put out the fire. The drink was good not too sweet more on the sour side but rather refreshing. As for eats I had a Queso Fundido (love that name) with sauteed chile serrano, garlic, oregano, tomatillo pico de gallo. This was pretty darn awesome. The flavors were outstanding. <br />
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The Man had Corn Masa Quesadilla which featured chihuahua and oaxaca cheese, corn, roasted poblano, zucchini, tomatillo salsa, creme fresca. He too enjoyed his meal. So I say go for it. This area is up and coming and I suspect in the next few years will be hoping. We already decided we would go back on the fly and pick a place to eat. Lets see how that goes. <br />
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<div class="blogger-post-footer">Peace</div>Peaceolehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07086241345341545717noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1990024365150290168.post-81023177646689302262013-03-14T07:34:00.002-04:002013-03-14T07:34:47.781-04:00Chart House a Hit - Coconut GroveOur latest Grove trip took us to the famous <a href="http://www.chart-house.com/" target="_blank">Chart House</a> thanks to daddy dearest being in town. I am told I had the best of the 3 dishes. I had a Spiced Yellowfin Ahi which had a ginger soy sauce, wasabi cream and wasabi mashed potatoes. It really was pretty darn good the fish was a medium rare and it was very flavorful. <br />
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The night was real pretty it was in the upper 60s so there was a slight chill in the air, but no worries we sat inside! <br />
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So thank you Chart House for a really nice meal! What will be my next stop?<br />
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Stay Tuned.<div class="blogger-post-footer">Peace</div>Peaceolehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07086241345341545717noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1990024365150290168.post-15503260406544080992013-02-09T15:38:00.001-05:002013-02-09T15:40:18.694-05:00Thank you Mr Moes for bad serviceSo our trip today to Coconut Grove was another fantastic time. After my hair appointment we walked looking for a place to eat a light lunch. We decided to enter Mr. Moes. The place was not busy at all (that was the first sign), we sat down and a girl placed a few menus and well that was the last time we saw her. Apparently she found it better to go hang with co workers and eat and chill instead of attending to customers. So we decided lets just leave. We left and went found an Indian Restaurant called Bombay Darbar. Well the service was much better, we actually had people come to the table. We decided to do a taste of appetizers. We started with Tandoori Chicken Wings that had great seasoning mixed with yogurt herbs and spices with a plum sauce. The wings were juicy and full of flavor. Great choice! Then we went with Pandor Faucora which is basically Indian Fried cheese in small squares. This was a nice dish too. To end the tasting we went with Garlic Naan which is basically garlic bread. This was another great item to have. So I highly recommend this restaurant if you want to stop in the Grove.<br />
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So there you have it our little stop in the Grove. Where shall the next place be?<br />
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Stay Tuned.<div class="blogger-post-footer">Peace</div>Peaceolehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07086241345341545717noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1990024365150290168.post-23346413718363823472013-02-05T09:32:00.003-05:002013-02-05T09:32:49.287-05:00If you love it then visit it and I love the Grove!So we decided that since I truly always loved Coconut Grove the best way to show is to visit them and patronage their services. So I found me a nice hair salon called M Salon. <a href="http://www.msaloncoconutgrove.com/" target="_blank">M Salon</a> M is located on Fuller street and come Saturday will be my first appointment. Hopefully this will be the start of a beautiful friendship. Next we said ok lets go to places and try them out. The businesses need it and we can have some fun at it. Yesterday we stopped at Barracuda Bar and Grill. I had the Shrimp Po'Boy with their home made Cajun Sauce. Well the heat index on that was a bit high (a bit too high for me) but I was still able to taste the flavor that was pretty darn good. I may have it again if I go. This place at first glance looks like a dive bar but let me tell you that is where I think you can find some of the best dishes. So next week we will go back to the Grove and see where we end up at. <br />
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Cheers and Stay Tuned. <br />
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One thing is for sure the character Jane is a nosey little creature. I use to think that Lois Lane was nosey and of course she was a reporter it goes with the job, but Jane is, well, right now the resident manager. She tends to wake up in the middle of the night and have the urge to walk down to the basement of the building she lives in. Ok come on who does that? I love how she wakes up one time and goes to her boyfriend oh I just realized I left the laundry in the dryer and he goes get it in the morning. Yeah that would be my first response too but come on this is Jane the wanderer she gets up and she does start to pick up her laundry but then is drawn to a noise which of course leads to a door. Oh now what is the next step? Of course she opens the door and hears music playing and it appears to look like a nice apartment and yes Jane does a walk thru only to find a dead body! But wait the person does one of those oh let me open my eyes and jump at you and then next thing we know Jane wakes up in her bed and her laundry is next to her bed. We later learn that the man she saw in her "dream" was a resident that was found dead in the mid 50's. <br />
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We got to meet another resident Danielle Vincent who at first just seems to appear like a single girl just trying to find love in the big city. But, this is the Drake and nothing is what it appears to be. Poor Danielle just cannot seem to find good men. Gavin the ever "fixer" is more then happy to hook Danielle up with a business associate. We then later learned that this business associate did Gavin wrong and did he forget to tell Danielle that he was married? Poor Danielle did not take it very well that he was a married man as a matter of fact she was a "bloody mess" over it. Not to worry Gavin stepped in to help clean things up. But when Danielle sees herself in the mirror she sees herself as an older woman and memories come back to her one killing no two no three, four...or was there more? Oh dear a bloody mess we have on our hands. Not to worry Gavin will make all your memories and aging effects go away by the morning. <br />
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Then there is Brian, he is the writer who last week his wife appeared to get attacked by the elevator. He is also the writer who has a direct view of an apartment where a certain blonde is just well always almost naked and he just cannot help but stare. Of course he freaks more when the blonde ends up being his wife's new assistant. It scares him a tad bit more when the blonde likes that he stares at her and she starts coming on to him very strong. Oh we have not seen the last of these residents. <br />
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If you have not watched the show go watch and let me know what you think, until then..<br />
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Stay Tune..<div class="blogger-post-footer">Peace</div>Peaceolehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07086241345341545717noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1990024365150290168.post-37696872179676712892012-10-05T12:34:00.001-04:002012-10-05T12:34:15.701-04:00Oh where to go and what to do - I know Coconut Grove!The weekend is upon and some of us who work hard all week like to sit back on the weekends and just pretty do nothing. We like to think of places to go and people to see and of course this leads to the ever popular question where am I going this weekend? So in case you are asking yourself this same question may I lead you to the Grove. The Grove needs all the help we can give it, so here are some places you may want to consider. <br />
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<a href="http://www.greenstreetcafe.net/" target="_blank">Green Street Cafe </a>This is a popular go and beseen or go to see type of place. Try their pancakes, scrambled eggs or bagels for a breakfast fix or go the lunch route with hearty salads, sandwiches and wraps. You can sit in one of the lovely tables outside or lounge in the sofa outside like the chic people do. <br />
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Lulu- Across the way, Lulu offers great brunch options too. Specials include huevos rancheros and eggs<br />
benedict, but they also serve an array of omelets, salads, sandwiches and more. Try to snag a spot on one<br />
of their comfy couches outdoors and you might stay all day long.<br />
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Jaguar Restaurant - Jaguar's unique philosophy incorporates menu items showcasing traditional tastes and textures throughout Latin America. Signature items feature traditional favorites with a contemporary flair from Mexico, Peru, Argentina, and Chile. Jaguar’s menu offers a broad canvas of spices and<span class="ellipse">…</span><span class="description-continue"> ingredients with perfectly balanced presentation of each dish to showcase its individuality. </span><br />
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<span class="description-continue">Gardener’s Market- Want to do some post-brunch grocery shopping? Then Gardner’s Market might be</span><br />
<span class="description-continue">your choice. They serve sweet pastries and omelets for breakfast, or opt for one of their freshly prepared</span><br />
<span class="description-continue">sandwiches that you can build yourself. The cozy cafe tables outside are a great spot to sit down and enjoy</span><br />
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<span class="description-continue">Now if the Grove is not where you feel like heading how about South Beach for some pizza? Here is my recommendation for Pizza on South Beach.</span><br />
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<span class="description-continue"><a href="http://www.pizzafusion.com/" target="_blank">Pizza Fusion</a>n - Located at the entrance of South Beach (1115 5th Street) this is one unique place. Do not feel guilty about having pizza my friends this is the place to go to eat and be guilt free. As the chef puts it "we create mini masterpieces of tasty goodness that are good for you too." Foods such as organic veggies, hormone-free meats and all natural cheeses. They cater to vegans, veg-heads, gluten-free peeps and even carnivores. </span><br />
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<span class="description-continue">Where you pick enjoy the time and enjoy the moment!</span><br />
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A new show started on ABC this week (Sunday) and I finally got the chance to watch it and I have to say it is a bit DARK! It has sort of the feel of a mini-horror series. <br />
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Henry Martin and his girlfriend Jane Van Veen are new to New York and initially are in the city for different individual jobs. Jane's job did not seem to pan out and Henry's job is well a work in progress one might say. So they see an ad in Craig's List for a Building Manager and they decide to check it out. The address of the building is 999 Park Avenue however in a certain evening light the number appears to be 666 Park Avenue - hum. No Henry and Jane did not notice this we the audience do. Well they meet with Gavin Doran who at first seems to have no interest in the couple but then something Jane saids well makes him take a second look. You see Gavin is all about helping to bring out the talent of people - oh but at what price. He tells the couple that they can keep their day jobs but this job comes with an apartment so after a few moments they are taken to their new luxury apartment. During this time they meet Gavin's adorable wife Olivia (Played by the seductress named Vanessa Williams). Olivia looks a bit devilish should we say and she too is pleased with Gavin's choice. Now here are some things that happened all in the first episode:<br />
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We learn that the Drake (666 Park Avenue) has 13 floors in total (Gavin and Olivia live in the penthouse on the 13th floor), 203 apartments and 388 residents that Gavin Doran picks himself. <br />
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Olivia invited Henry and Jane to the symphony and told them it was black tie, but that is ok because Olivia took Jane dress shopping and bought her a $4,000 red dress. Gavin took Henry to the golf course for a few rounds. We learn that since Gavin Doran is in legal dispute with the city and Henry is technically working for the Mayor that it may be not right for even the two of them to be talking. Gavin apologizes and Henry is left saying oh that is ok it is not like you knew about it - ah yeah Henry good luck with that. <br />
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When they move their stuff into the apartment, Jane gets spooked by a resident that has blood on his hands. John Barlow recently lost his wife and would do anything to get her back, including murder. Gavin makes it clear to John that he’s only renting this life. Mary is returned to John for the murder. However, she quickly begins to die again and John is told to kill again or lose Mary. Jon Barlow reneges on his deal and refuses to kill Daniel Stone ( a man who refuses to have business dealings with Gavin and publicly told off Gavin). Gavin tells him his contract is done since he failed to deliver on his end. Tortured souls come to claim John through the wall.<br />
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Jane meets Brian Leonard and later his wife Louise. Brian is a struggling Playwright and has just started writing his first play. His wife is a successful photographer and is about to shoot her first cover for Vogue. Brian has noticed a cute blonde across the street and she has noticed him in return. Brian comes face to face with her when his wife needs a new assistant and Alexis is recommended. Louise makes a joke about Brian being attracted to Alexis and the elevator decides to act up and almost kills Louise. <br />
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Jane continues to meet new residents as she does the rounds and makes a list of required maintenance. Jane finds an old mosaic of a dragon on the floor and is intrigued. She decides to look into the history of 999 Park Avenue and finds an old picture of a fraternity called the Brotherhood of the Dragon, with a door behind them. However, in the basement the door has been sealed and hidden. Jane wonders why. While sleeping Jane wakes up because of some noise she heard (John Barlow being sucked into the wall) and she decides to take a walk around to see what is going on. She ends up on the roof and there she sees Mary! But wait Mary is dead? Mary turns around looks at Jane and tells her that she’ll never be able to escape from 999 Park Avenue before she dives off the building. Jane wakes and thinks it’s all a bad dream. However, her feet are filthy. <br />
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Jane and Henry go meet Gavin to sign the employment contract. Gavin distracts Jane by asking for her help with the renovation plans and gets the happy couple to sign their contracts without reading them. Oh bad move guys! There you have it all that in one episode, what will the 2nd episode bring? <br />
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<br /><div class="blogger-post-footer">Peace</div>Peaceolehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07086241345341545717noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1990024365150290168.post-16595120422247652712012-09-30T09:57:00.002-04:002012-09-30T09:57:34.427-04:00Homemade Hot SauceWell a challenge was set by the man to get him a hot sauce that is worthy of his picky palate. To know the man is to know that he truly likes it hot on many levels all high and never low. So I decided well the only true way to get it to burn is to make it at home. This would only be for him because well fire in my mouth is not my cup of tea. Well I came across a recipe and decided to make it and I am happy to say it was a success!<br />
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Garlic Habanero Hot Sauce Recipe</h1>
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<li style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', Times, serif; font-size: 12px;">2 cups habanero peppers, sliced in half lengthwise</li>
<li style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', Times, serif; font-size: 12px;">2 tablespoons olive oil</li>
<li style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', Times, serif; font-size: 12px;">1 cup water</li>
<li style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', Times, serif; font-size: 12px;">4 cups white vinegar</li>
<li style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', Times, serif; font-size: 12px;">20 garlic cloves, peeled</li>
<li style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', Times, serif; font-size: 12px;">1 small onion, chopped</li>
<li style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', Times, serif; font-size: 12px;">8 tablespoons sugar</li>
<li style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', Times, serif; font-size: 12px;">3 teaspoons Worcestershire sauce</li>
<li style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', Times, serif; font-size: 12px;">½ cup lime juice</li>
<li style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', Times, serif; font-size: 12px;">1 teaspoon ground cumin</li>
<li style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', Times, serif; font-size: 12px;">1 teaspoon salt</li>
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<li style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', Times, serif; font-size: 12px;">Preheat oven to 425°.</li>
<li style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', Times, serif; font-size: 12px;">Set habanero peppers on a baking sheet and sprinkle with 2 tablespoons olive oil.</li>
<li style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', Times, serif; font-size: 12px;">Roast in the oven 12-15 minutes or until soft and skins begin to blister.</li>
<li style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', Times, serif; font-size: 12px;">Heat a large pot to medium and add remaining ingredients. Bring to a boil then reduce heat to low and simmer about 20 minutes, or until onion and garlic soften.</li>
<li style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', Times, serif; font-size: 12px;">Add roasted habanero peppers and simmer about 5 minutes.</li>
<li style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', Times, serif; font-size: 12px;">Transfer mixture to a food processor and puree until smooth. Alternatively, use an immersion blender and puree directly in the pot.</li>
<li style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', Times, serif; font-size: 12px;">Simmer another 5-10 minutes.</li>
<li style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', Times, serif; font-size: 12px;">Serve, or seal into sterilized bottles to allow flavors to truly develop.</li>
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The only items I changed was the sugar. Instead of sugar I used Agate Nectar which is a healthy sugar substitute. It is in a liquid version and we found it worked very well. I also did not add the salt since low sodium is always in order. </div>
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I found it easy to make so I will most definitely be making it again. Now in order to test the taste I decided to make monster mutant burgers. The burgers were stuffed with ricotta cheese, fresh oregano and some basil. To top my burger I put Guacamole while the man used the sauce as his burger sauce. Both sauces were great! </div>
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<div class="blogger-post-footer">Peace</div>Peaceolehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07086241345341545717noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1990024365150290168.post-26905009230563973562012-09-28T09:36:00.002-04:002012-09-28T10:10:19.054-04:00A new Burger place with a twist<div style="border-bottom: medium none; border-left: medium none; border-right: medium none; border-top: medium none;">
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Elevation Burger has opened its doors across from the Dadeland Mall.</div>
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The burger restaurant offers ingredients that are 100% USDA-certified organic for an "elevated" experience.Elevation Burger is located at 8975 SW 72 Pl, near the Chilis.</div>
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The Elevation Burger (DUH) - Double meat and Double Cheddar Cheese (real cheddar) <br />
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Hamburger - of if they did not have a simple burger I would of been disappointed. <br />
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Vertigo Burger - it's billed as a stack them up build your own 3 to 10 patty burger</div>
Veggie Burger #1 - Fire roasted taste<br />
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Veggie Burger #2 - Vegan Burger</div>
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Half the Guilt Burger - 1 beef patty and 1 veggie patty</div>
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Stay Tuned..<br />
<br /><div class="blogger-post-footer">Peace</div>Peaceolehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07086241345341545717noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1990024365150290168.post-43811125665163655082012-09-27T12:15:00.001-04:002012-09-27T12:18:30.900-04:00Time to Promote the Grove If you know me you know I love the Grove. I cannot help it I hung out there in my younger days and I still tend to migrate there every so often. If you go there you get the charm, after all, look at how hard Burn Notice is fighting to stay in the hood! <br />
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So here we go have you ever wanted to see Miami like a tourist? As a Miami resident sometimes I have, to just to sit and listen to the history and in some cases have someone else drive. So lets hear it for the...<br />
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<span style="color: red;">BRIGHT RED DOUBLE DECKER BUSSES!</span><br />
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Hop On Hop Off Bus Tour has two main loops: the beach loop and the city loop. I recommend the city loop. It offers a chance to explore major parts of Miami, including <strong>Coconut Grove</strong>, Little Havana, Coral Gables and Downtown. With traffic, this would be very frustrating to navigate as a tourist. And the beach is the beach: find the sand and you’re all set.<br />
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Since Coconut Grove stop is the one I’m most interested in. The tour takes you to Vizcaya and the Miami Science Museum, then all along the waterfront and into the heart of the Grove. If you love gardens and history, getting off and exploring Vizcaya is an excellent choice. It is the preeminent historical mansion with a Renaissance –inspired garden estate. If you just want to get more of a local vibe, get off near Cocowalk. There are tons of boutiques and cafes all along Commodore Street and Main Highway. Stop over at Jaguars for some Ceviche or walk over to Green Street and people watch! Then while you are there stop over at Mystical Amulet and let Cheryl Sandra Richardson give you a Tarot card reading. <br />
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Then you can get back on one of those lovely double-deckers and let them whisk you away to your next location.<br />
Hop On Hop Off Tours cost $39 for adults and $29 for children for a one-day pass. Give it to someone as a unique birthday gift or dare I say...Christmas gift! So there you have it. <div class="blogger-post-footer">Peace</div>Peaceolehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07086241345341545717noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1990024365150290168.post-80800640317550425932012-08-14T14:24:00.001-04:002012-08-14T14:27:07.432-04:00Burn Notice: We’ll write the scripts, thanks - Miami-Dade - MiamiHerald.com<a href="http://www.miamiherald.com/2012/08/10/2945320_burn-notice-well-write-the-scripts.html#storylink=addthis">Burn Notice: We’ll write the scripts, thanks - Miami-Dade - MiamiHerald.com</a><br />
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Ok you know I had to attach that link since it is my latest rant and the scrupulous Marc Sarnoff. If you read the article the good news is that Burn Notice will be sticking around the Grove for another year if the show gets picked up. The bad news is that they will not ask for another year so basically this is it. Now what I especially love is how the article starts with a note to Commissioners from the Producers "You pass the budget, set the tax rate and pick up the trash, and we’ll write the scripts for our show. Thank you." Fabulous. <br />
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The reference is because the pompous Sarnoff wanted the destruction of the building written into the season finale so yes now he not only puts himself as Speaker of Coconut Grove residents but now TV Producer and writer. As a matter of fact here is quote this super-genius guy said "I guess it's poetic license to decide what to do with the script." Ah yeah dude you think? Yeah he is special isn't he? So while I am glad that they are staying another year I find it more like in your face in knowing that a recent film shoot was at Blanche Park which is located across from Sarnoff's house. Hum maybe they should of blown up his house. Hey I'm just sayin...I am sure he would not mind... Has anyone thought to ask him that question? <br />
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Request and Note to Burn Notice Producers: Ask Marc Sarnoff if it is ok to blow up his house. I am certain he would not mind. Just sayin..<br />
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Stay Tuned<div class="blogger-post-footer">Peace</div>Peaceolehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07086241345341545717noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1990024365150290168.post-28313345330916899082012-08-08T07:53:00.000-04:002012-08-08T07:53:01.059-04:00Big Brother updates and stuff<br />
Ok lets get right to it shall we?<br />
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Big Brother<br />
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Danielle is the new HOH and she nominated Wil (whom she promised he was safe) and Frank (whom she cannot stand but I think she likes him I think she really likes him). Then came the POV and sorry boys Danielle won that too. Now you would think ok she is going to leave things as they are but no the little girl decided she wanted to play Big Brother and she took Wil down and put Janelle in his place! <br />
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So what do I think of Danielle? Ok undecided is what I think. I think she is pretty easily manipulated by Dan the former coach whom she tends to think he is still her coach. Speaking of married former coach Dan I think he has a ying yang for Danielle because I noticed when she won HOH that boy ran to her and jumped on her while she was laying on the ground. Ah hello Dan what do you think your wife will say about that? Then afterwards Danielle's showmance Shane came over and gee Dan got "off" Danielle and allowed Shane to lay on her and kiss her. Wasn't that nice of him to allow that? Yeah Dan is a horn dog. I did not buy at first how some were saying oh he picked the hot girls on his team I figured he did it because he figured he can manipulate women better then men but in seeing how he jumped on Danielle - not so sure anymore. <br />
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So with Janelle on the chopping block it does appear she will be the one going home. Sorry Janie life is a bitch and then you go home. <br />
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Other shows and short and sweet round up and view<br />
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Political Animals - Still love the show but some of the inner storylines I wish they would make smarter. For example the TJ storyline is great I love how we do not know if TJ is dead or alive. I love Elaine running for President and as she said "this time I am going to win." And her ex-husband's (Bud) line if I claim to no longer be a womanizer then I need to stop being a womanizer. Trippin line! But the whole reporter and "I own you storyline" well it is poorly done - in my opinion. <br />
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Dallas - Love it! I just adore JR and Larry Hagman as an actor is just outstanding. We have seen JR go from so ill to on top and then we feel how much he truly loves his brother Bobby - simply outstanding. But did Rebecca get shot? <br />
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Stay Tune<div class="blogger-post-footer">Peace</div>Peaceolehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07086241345341545717noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1990024365150290168.post-65069619133934563892012-08-03T07:51:00.001-04:002012-08-03T07:51:50.088-04:00Coconut Grove and Burn Notice<a href="http://coconutgrovegrapevine.blogspot.com/">Coconut Grove Grapevine</a><br />
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Todays rant is short and sweet let me start with Big Brother.<br />
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Did not like the fact that Coaches are no longer coaches, all the unofficial polls was not in favor of the coaches becoming coaches and I am not saying CBS did not rally the numbers right but I just did not see it was coming but in many cases they were close. So now Danielle is the new HOH which means Shane is safe and chances are so is Dan. Oh well the one good thing is that there was no eviction and Frank lives for another round! <br />
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Now Burn Notice and Coconut Grove - Gosh where do I begin ok I will keep it short. Basically this smug commissioner of CG wants Burn Notice out of the city. They have been for about 6 years leasing what use to be the Expo Center. When BN first moved in the building was falling apart BN fixed it up and made it a place where they can work and nice sight for residents and tourists. So now this smug guy well he no longer wants BN there I mean so what they are paying a yearly lease and filming in the area. I mean filming in the area means they hire locals oh no why would anyone want to continue that? Oh yes I know <span style="font-family: Georgia;">Commissioner Marc Sarnoff wants to destroy the Expo Center Bldg and wait for it.... Build a park! Yes I know a park in Coconut Grove that is exactly what the Grove needs another park. Rumor has it that the park is going to be a Private Park for some luxury condo across the street. </span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Georgia;">I keep asking myself why is this guy doing this and what is in it for him? No answer on that but one can rest assure there is some money involved this man is not doing this out of the goodness of his heart because most Grove residents do not want Burn Notice leaving. Residents like seeing the show and seeing their community featured. </span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Georgia;">So now Marc Sarnoff has offered a new deal yes I know he is just full of generosity. His deal is ok Burn Notice if you are picked up for another season I will allow you to stay in the area on one condition "you blow up the Expo Center." Brilliant! Super Brilliant. I am sure he is sitting back sipping his Mojito and smoking his cigar saying "Awesome I am going to get Burn Notice to pay for that demolition the residents will love me and that building goes down so next year I can build my fancy private park." </span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Georgia;">So Marc thanks guy I hope we can return the favor one day. </span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Georgia;">Stay Tuned. </span><div class="blogger-post-footer">Peace</div>Peaceolehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07086241345341545717noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1990024365150290168.post-53394759648319242492012-08-02T07:37:00.000-04:002012-08-02T07:37:13.520-04:00Big Brother oh boy what a summer so farHappy Thursday you all and it is a Happy Thursday! <br />
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Ok let me get right to it. <br />
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Tonight is live eviction night on Big Brother and we learn what the viewers voted will the coaches become players or will they continue to be coaches. <br />
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The two up have been campaigning hard and it is going to be go down to the wire I think. I hope loud mouth Joe is gone gone gone! I just do not understand why he needs to sit in that Diary Room and yell like hello what is your point? Do you think you are making a good impression by yelling? He already has a little hot temper, the other house guests see it. To me it is easy- get rid of the loud mouth chef. <br />
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So who will leave and will the coaches become players?<br />
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Stay Tuned<div class="blogger-post-footer">Peace</div>Peaceolehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07086241345341545717noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1990024365150290168.post-47335875143991215122012-07-31T08:09:00.001-04:002012-07-31T08:09:28.259-04:00Big Brother and moreOk lets get right into it. <br />
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Big Brother<br />
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When last we left we were waiting to see if Shane was going to give in to pressure and use the POV. Well, he caved in pressure and took Mobile Tan Expert Ashley down from the block and put Frank up. What can I say I would have liked for it to stay the same but the guy is trying to secure himself votes but I think what he is doing is making himself a bigger target. So Boogie and Frank are going to need to work hard and fast if they plan on keeping Frank in the house because right now it does not look good for him. <br />
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Dancing With The Stars - All Stars<br />
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Ok DWTS is back and it is an all star review show meaning these celebrities have already danced and are returning. Some have even won. So here are the players (minus the Dance Instructors):<br />
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Pamela Anderson - Oh boy hopefully she can keep the girls in tact. <br />
Bristol Palin- Really? Doesn't she have something better to do like oh I don't know GET A JOB<br />
Melissa Rycroft - No comment she is ok<br />
Shawn Johnson - Alright can stay too<br />
Kirstie Alley - Oh boy here we go again. She will promote her organic company again and claim she lost the weight due to the pills not the 6 hours a day of dancing. Nah dancing had nothing to do with it. <br />
Joey Fatone - Like him he seems like a nice guy and funny too<br />
Kelly Monaco - Hello yeah welcome back Kelly ride it to the top but this time it will not be easy but I am sure you can do it. <br />
Drew Lachey - one to watch he has continued dancing even after his season <br />
Emmitt Smith - alright<br />
Apolon Anton Ohno - Another one to watch<br />
Giles Marini - Glad to see he is no longer doing that shirtless butter commerical or was it Orange Juice?<br />
Helio Castroneves - He looked pretty good in his season so yeah one to watch for.<br />
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Now there is a fan vote going on and depending on who gets the most votes one of these 3 will be in the cast:<br />
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Sabrina Bryan<br />
Carson Kressley<br />
Kyle Massey<br />
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In my opinion it should be Mario Lopez. Yeah he was not an option not sure why maybe he was too busy working he does have a job. <br />
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Ok so lets wait the season out and keep on watching<br />
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Stay Tuned<div class="blogger-post-footer">Peace</div>Peaceolehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07086241345341545717noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1990024365150290168.post-90770004393095926512012-07-30T08:44:00.001-04:002012-07-30T08:44:16.098-04:00Ah Monday Big Brother and MarlinsAh Monday morning time to start the madness of the week but first lets recap the weekend and of course Big Brother. <br />
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Weekend was pretty darn cool. We went to see <a href="http://www.marlins.com/" target="_blank">http://www.marlins.com/</a> play ball in the new resident paid for fancy ballpark for now known as Marlins Park. The Marlins played against the San Diego Padres and while it went into the 10th inning I am happy to say we won! Go Marlins! The stadium was nice looking a far distance and change from its previous location. One thing for sure is it appears not only are tax payers paying for this stadium but so are people who attend and wish to purchase food and beverage. Seriously $14 for Turkey burger with only lettuce and tomatoe on it and no side? Let's not talk about beverage prices $12 for single shot of any well drink and gosh if you want a beer that will set you back $9 come on really? This is why people want to sneak in food and beverage! <br />
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Ok Big Brother time - Spoiler Alert I'm just sayin...<br />
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Shane has won yet again another competition and he is now the Head of Household and as the HOH he has to nominate 2 people for eviction. He originally wanted Wil up there but in the coaches challenge Janelle won and saved Wil from being nominated so as a result Joe and Ashley were nominated. Ashley is this year's version of Dumb Blonde. I hate to use terms like that but this girl is well not quite with the program but hey I have to give her credit for having her own business (Mobile Spray Tan). Joe is the self proclaimed Chef who just has a real attitude problem. So now the Power of Veto was played and the winner of the POV has the choice to either Veto what the HOH has made and basically save one of the nominees or leave things as they are. So the POV was played and Shane won the POV! SO what will Shane do? That is up in the air Shane is being pressured alot to put an equally strong player named Frank up but Shane has a secret deal with Shane not to put him up, however, a lot of the people in the house are giving him pressure so I think he may actually turn on Frank. <br />
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Now CBS is doing something in my opinion that is not right and that is allow the audience/viewers to vote if the coaches should be allowed to play as players and not just be coaches. Honestly I think they should stay coaches they have been coaching for a few weeks now and it really is not fair to toss them in there now as players. So I am voted no and I am hoping it stays no. <br />
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Now the cast of Dancing With the Stars has been released and its an All Star cast meaning it is previous dancers including some winners. I will post their names later on when it is a complete list ABC is doing a vote one person to dance you choose America type of thing and no I am not voting because the choices are eh however I will say this Kelly Monaco is dancing and well she won in her season and she does play Sam on General Hospital and we must shine on daytime soaps since the dumas Brian Frons (Former ABC President) decided he wanted to replaced 2 long time soaps with a cooking show and a make over show that was hosted by a carpenter. I suppose that is why that show got cancelled! Good. Ok I will not get started on that song again...But I hold the right to change my mind later. <br />
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Lets just see what the week brings<br />
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Stay Tune<div class="blogger-post-footer">Peace</div>Peaceolehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07086241345341545717noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1990024365150290168.post-83422135306753762932012-07-27T09:05:00.001-04:002012-07-27T09:05:30.589-04:00Ah Big Brother is back which means summer is hereYes summer is here if the heat doesn't remind you the fact that Big Brother is playing does it. Well last night was the eviction of JoJo and I am personally happy that Staten Island Beauty Queen is out of there. The power was up for grabs and Shane is now the new Head of Household - good for him. The only thing I have against that is that well Brittany is on pompous cloud nine again. Oh well that just means the falls will sting more when it happens and it will eventually happen. CBS is asking viewers should the coaches stop coaching and become regular players or the game - I voted for NO. I would like to give the new players a chance to play the game and let the coaches well coach. Ok some are coaching others are being idiots. <br />
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So I realized that in my last post I mentioned Danny being so cute but I never posted a picture of him so let me take care of that right now. If you see the picture behind him on the wall that is a picture of my brother when he was I want to say maybe 1 year old or so the resemblence is amazing but that's the SOP for his kids they all look like him. <br />
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Ok have a great weekend folks <br />
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Stay Tuned<div class="blogger-post-footer">Peace</div>Peaceolehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07086241345341545717noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1990024365150290168.post-64484880461480592802012-07-25T09:05:00.002-04:002012-07-25T09:05:26.609-04:00I'm back!Oh boy I have to admit this has been my longest streak in not writing in this blog. No excuses it is what it is - life happens. So let me provide a summary of what has happened since:<br />
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Danny was born duh we knew that already and is just as cute as can be! But wait there is more Baby number 5 is on the way! Oh yes you read that right folks Baby 5 who is also a boy is due Dec 18. I do not even want to comment because well sometimes it makes one say ah hello get HIM fixed! Before you asked she is fixed 2 pregnancies ago. <br />
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Now on to the fun stuff TV Shows!<br />
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Still love Revenge it is on hiatus right now but should return soon. New show on the love list is Political Animals on the USA Network. I have to say I am loving more and more USA Network shows they seem to have a little more freedom in the language department; ok a lot more freedom. <br />
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Ok now summer is here and of course you know what that means Big Brother of course! Alright so this season I am saying FINALLY a cast that is worth watching. The new twist this year was that they brought back some previous players and placed them in the house not as players but as Coaches - 4 in total. They each picked 3 players and if their players actually win then the Coaches get $100,000. Not a bad gig if you can get it. 2 of the 4 coaches are ones I truly like Janelle and Boogie. This time around Boogie is in the house without Dr Will but not to worry he already located his Dr Will his name is Frank. <br />
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This year's episode started with an eviction that same night and it was not even one where the house guests got to vote it was just like ok you lost this competition and your coach picked you to go so buh bye. I am not sure that is truly fair but it is what it is. <br />
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Within 2 weeks of entering the house there has been another eviction without votes! Oh yes it is the drama turn! Russell Hantz's (of Survivor fame) brother Willie was playing until he threw a bully spoiled brat temper tantrum and got physical with one of the players and one of the rules in BB is that you do not get violent and well he did so he was thrown out. It is too bad because I would of liked to see him play the game but he was a spoiled idiot so good bye dude. <br />
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This Friday the new cast of Dancing with the Stars will be revealed and if it is like the last 2 seasons it will be another yawn... But we shall see<br />
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Stay Tuned<div class="blogger-post-footer">Peace</div>Peaceolehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07086241345341545717noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1990024365150290168.post-44501497510184892232011-11-04T07:59:00.001-04:002011-11-04T07:59:33.738-04:00Excited about RevengeHappy November! What is sad is that this time last year I had almost all Christmas shopping done and as of right now I have none. Ok I have actually ordered one or two items and have pin pointed an item or two but no movement like I did last year. I know I need to change that. <br />
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In weather news the morning has been awesome! I love leaving in the wee hours of the morning to work and opening the door and instead of the usual humidity I get a scent of coolness - I only wish it would stay longer. <br />
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In TV news well DWTS is eh borning to say the least. A couple of weeks ago Max told off one of the judges and I am on Team Max he was right and Chaz Bono even mouthed off a few things. They seem to feel the judges have their golden child and are harsh and not sensitive to the others and say very cruel remarks...hum...why does that sound familiar?? OH yes because that is what I said way back when the season started, now I am glad I am not the only one who has noticed! So at this point I really do not care who stays or goes. Max and Hope are still in the competition but I have noticed that Len Goodman (the judge Max had the war of words with) has been scoring them rather low in comparision and not deserved - so gee so much for being a professional huh Len? Yeah Len spews he has over 50 years experience in the field - yet acting like a spoiled brat and striking back I am sure did not require much training. Ok on to better shows.,..<br />
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Revenge - OMG I am so loving this show! The show ends and I find myself panting for next week to see what happens. Unfortunately I will have to wait 2 weeks because next week the CMA's will be on. I know I know it has to be done. It is just nice to be excited about a show again. Do not get me wrong I love my mystery and mayhem shows like NCIS and CSI's but oh Revenge just stirs up a whole new sense of excitement. <br />
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In the meantime everything else is moving along smoothly. Daddy Dearest will be spending Thanksgiving with us and we shall once again do the hosting for the main event. It's always a nice relaxing time and I am actually looking forward to it. <br />
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The weekend is here! So what will happen this weekend?<br />
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Stay Tuned<div class="blogger-post-footer">Peace</div>Peaceolehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07086241345341545717noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1990024365150290168.post-28903717921576929662011-10-21T08:34:00.000-04:002011-10-21T08:34:40.456-04:00The week is over!So here we are at the end of another week and things are looking up. As we speak my sister in law is driving to the hospital to bring in another addition to the Bellver clan. Oh yes little Danny boy is scheduled to arrive today. I suppose this means I need to play 21 ooh lucky 21 Black Jack. Sounds good to me. He originally was to be brought in yesterday but the hospital called her and told they had no room in the inn yes that is right no beds. Ok how come that sounds like so wrong? You tell me if she went into labor they would be like hey can you hold that until tomorrow? But all is good with the world and Danny Jesus will be approaching some time today!<br />
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Quick round up on some shows:<br />
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DWTS - Carson is gone. While he may not had been the best I did not think he should leave. Nancy Grace now that one needs to leave. While I totally support Chaz's lifestyle and like him the guy cannot dance. But he did say hey if you keep me around I will make sure my mom comes to visit and well she did come to visit. <br />
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Revenge - God this show rocks! When last we left off Lydia was murdered by that dasterly guy the Graysons have working for them and what is even worse is that the murder was captured on tape! Meanwhile Emily/Amanda is now officially sleeping with Daniel who was caught off the 100 million dollar trust fund. What to do when your 100 million dollar fund is no longer available? Why get a job as a bartender at the local bar and grill of course. <br />
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Body of Proof - Not too shabby. Dead bodies, autopsy, murder, mayhem. <br />
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Desperate Housewives - once upon a time this show was one of my faves. Now its just stupid and ridiculous. I seriously do not understand the direction they have put some of these characters. I understand that this is the last year for the show and maybe the writers just do not care. Ok Gabby's rapist pedifile step father came after her he was about to rape her and Carlos hit him and he dropped dead. Ok one would say hey this is great you saved her but no the women walk in and see the dead body and of course what does one do? Why they hide the body until their house party is over and then put him in the trunk of the car and bury his body in the forest. So then why is Susan feeling so guilty?? She had nothing to do with the killing yeah she helped bury the body but come on she is like freaking out by hitting policemen on purpose so they can arrest her? It's like she wants to be punished. So either way this show is going to end this year and as of right now I am not going to miss it anymore. <br />
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The NCIS's and CSI's are going good that does not seem to change. <br />
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Ok lets make it a good day and let play 21 for Danny!<br />
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Stay Tuned<div class="blogger-post-footer">Peace</div>Peaceolehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07086241345341545717noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1990024365150290168.post-53432605030952362662011-10-12T08:28:00.002-04:002011-10-12T08:29:35.584-04:00DWTS and other showsAnother star bites the dust on DWTS. This time around it was Chynna Phillips. I am not so sure that she deserved to leave although I understand it because her performance was hurtful. She had forgotten the steps and it was clearly obvious that she was totally lost. I still feel bad I think dispite that set back she was pretty darn good. But alas they say it is all in the votes, at least that is what ABC tells us and we all know how truthful ABC is.<br />
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So I have watchd a few new shows and I thought ok let me give you a run down on if I like them or not and yes I will keep it short - sort of.<br />
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Pan Am - eh it's "ok" if it flew off into the sunset I will not miss it but I will still watch it while it is on. <br />
Charlie's Angels - Typical no different then the original version with the exception that the Angels are a little more Kick A**. <br />
Body of Proof - Really good, love it!<br />
Revenge - Awesome!<br />
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Then of course there are the return favorites such as NCIS (both of them) and the CSI's which are a staple on the DVR. <br />
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Stay Tuned<br />
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<br /><div class="blogger-post-footer">Peace</div>Peaceolehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07086241345341545717noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1990024365150290168.post-28237432274768892172011-10-10T08:01:00.000-04:002011-10-10T08:02:19.440-04:00Soaps and AdvertisingHere is some happy sounding news regarding daytime soaps more specific towards my two babies who have been eliminated by murderer Brian Frons. We know that Prospect Park came in and saved the day by purchasing the licensing for the two shows All My Children and One Life to Live. They stated that it would be most likely internet based and at the time there was not an official home. Well according to press releases a new internet company has been formed titled ...wait for it... <a href="http://www.toln.com/">The Online Network</a>. It is being put together and they have agreed to host the two shows. What is even better to hear is that they are trying methods that have proven successful on Prime Time and that is by having music and advertising on the show. The Online Network (TOLN) has partnered with Universal Music Group (UMG), the world's leading music company, to license music exclusively from UMG's record and publishing companies to new episodes of ALL MY CHILDREN and ONE LIFE TO LIVE, when both series launch online after their run on ABC ends. The licensing deal with UMG allows TOLN to provide compelling recorded music and songs, and artist cross-promotion and integration, to a powerful new audience. How brilliant bring in advertisers and let that pay for the show. Imagine the possibility! I am looking forward to it. <br />
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In other news I am going to give DWTS one more try since Cher is going to be sitting in the audience. Ok Chaz is not the greatest dancer, ok he kind of really sucks but for me its more about the judges being fair and providing constructive critism to all the dancers and not just the ones they liked. I believe Julienne Hough will also be performing tomorrow in a FootLoose dance routine. So that will be nice to see. <br />
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Stay Tuned<div class="blogger-post-footer">Peace</div>Peaceolehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07086241345341545717noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1990024365150290168.post-50297960259681472392011-10-04T07:34:00.000-04:002011-10-04T07:34:55.335-04:00Another week no All My Children yes C/SWell here we are another week of no All My Children and yes I guess I can cope without my soap and all I have to say is Brain Frons I hope you have nightmares and the runs for the next 41 years. Hey look I am into the spiritual awareness and not wishing harm and I do not wish him harm I just want him to have a 41 year run just like All My Children did is that really such a bad thing to wish for? <br />
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This week is the start of mayhem at work because it is Customer Service week. Now we have local co-workers who are just way too creative for their jobs and really get excited about creating stuff. This year the theme we were given is carnical/circus and well lets just say the department got turned into a huge Big Top with games, "rides", and shows. Its actually pretty fun to watch and do. However, each year I think about this and tell me if this makes sense. C/S week is suppose to be the bosses saying to us hey thanks for doing a great job in servicing our customers. But what happens is big boss gives the theme and worker bees go full steam ahead getting games and stuff etc...The worker bees put up the stuff the worker bees will bring it down. Meanwhile the bosses walk around smiling and saying oh how nice and oh yes they arrange for snacks to be brought up (yum chocolate) and one day during the week lunch in the cafeteria - Can it get any more exciting? Then once this whole thing is over a few short days later (Oct 17) is Boss's Day and here are the silly work bees going around decorating and collecting money for an expensive gift that chances are she will not like but appreciate. I know I sound like Negative Nancy and I will have to work that out. I think its because we were divided into "Teams" for the games and there is a certain person in my team I really wish she would not be there but she always is in it every year. I think I will take that opportunity to make her life miserable by being happy happy joy joy...Yeah that's the ticket...oh ticket..,prize.<br />
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Stay Tuned<div class="blogger-post-footer">Peace</div>Peaceolehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07086241345341545717noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1990024365150290168.post-44449530281663476952011-09-28T08:00:00.002-04:002011-09-28T08:00:40.712-04:00DWTS and missing All My ChildrenThe first week of a none All My Children week and yeah I am so missing it. I miss seeing Erica Kane twirl her head and watch Ryan get mad at David Hayward for playing God and not revealing that he kept someone alive when everyone thought they were dead. Really Ryan can you just go get a life? And how can I forget Jesse shouting ANGELA!!! Oh yes those were the days. Hopefully Prospect Park will make it happen. I have heard news that the cable channel has been narrowed down and that things are looking good so that gives me hope. I just hope that the stories continue to be good. Well All My Children needed to "up" their stories but recently I heard someone in a podcast saying how perhaps they should look at what made the show a success and mirror that idea. Meaning, that back then what was happening was brought into the mix for example we had Kitty fighting against the war and other rallying for abortion rights, perhaps they should look at the headlines and copy something like that? For example how about Bianca fighting for gay marriages in all States and bringing that up to the light. How about a main core character having a Muslim as a friend and we may not know all about this person but let the others characters come up with their own conclusion. I don't know I am just spitting stuff out. I miss the show. <br />
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One show I find not watching as much is DWTS and its mainly because I am being disgusted by the judges. I believe that judges should advice and provide constructive crtiques not ridicule and embarress and be just plain nasty. I find that its becoming a show of oh which judge will insult the most and I am sorry it makes me not want to watch the dancers. So I just read the highlights and move on from there. I no longer feel the need to catch it. Sorry Chaz and JR I really wanted to watch you but when they get judges who will provide good feedback that will help the performance that is when I will watch again. Until then I hope you all do well and keep it going!<br />
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Stay Tuned<div class="blogger-post-footer">Peace</div>Peaceolehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07086241345341545717noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1990024365150290168.post-77659663450062583282011-09-23T09:08:00.001-04:002011-09-23T09:08:13.291-04:00All My ChildrenWell yesterdays show was for sure about the Chandlers and it was the writers making what was wrong a right. Stuart is back. To see David Canary playing both parts was brilliant. He is one of the greatest actors and nothing is more exciting to watch him playing both parts. It brought tears to my eyes it was great and to think I will not see that again. Totally cool and sad. So today is the last show and I will be sad and eventually something else will come and take my attention but until then All My Children - cheers I will forever miss you and thank you for being a huge part of my life!<div class="blogger-post-footer">Peace</div>Peaceolehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07086241345341545717noreply@blogger.com0