One Giant Step BACK for Womankind
Posted by Mandi Coleman
(10.31.07, 10:21 AM)
Halloween: a time for candy, treats, and hoes? That's the way it seems anyway, looking at the costumes designed for and snatched up by women. Everything is hiked up 5 inches, platformed sky-high, and cut low enough to make even a worker at Hustler blush (maybe). This has been the norm for awhile though, and I'm used to it. I wouldn't even be writing about it if I hadn't walked into the office and witnessed some of the costumes people came to WORK in today. I understand that it's your chance to be creative, but I would rather die than have my male boss see me in all my hoochie glory.
A Rather Lovely Engagement
Posted by Mandi Coleman
(10.29.07, 10:41 AM)
I know I promised to write about all the wonderful details of my trip while I was gone. But I'll be honest, I was a little caught up! The waterfall that we found? Well, as I turned around after admiring the view, I found my boyfriend down on one knee holding the most amazing ring. I've been on cloud nine since then and can just now write to tell the story! I couldn't be more happy to be engaged to such a selfless, kind-hearted guy (yeah, maybe cliche or corny but it's the truth). Not only that, but I bought my first Bridal book and have been ripping out pages! I have a feeling you'll find a few articles of mine this coming wedding season regarding the subject!
Snap happy
Posted by Sinclair Kelly
(10.25.07, 4:43 PM)
Snap, Kids Gear and Gifts is hosting a Kid’s Fall Party this Saturday from 10 am to noon. Take the kids by the new Hill Center location for face painting by The Cosmetic Market, costumed characters and sweet treats. Costumes are optional and remember to stop by the photo booth. Ten percent of all sales during the event go to the Nashville Children’s Theatre.
Time factor
Posted by Beth Alexander
(10.25.07, 01:23 PM)
Recently, I’ve attended two different, very lovely events that honor women, planned (as so many are) by women and attended by 90 percent (or more) women. Both agendas have been so rushed, even though the messages of each event were valuable and deserved to be relished. In both instances, I assume there was a concern about waiters doing their jobs during a presentation or during some special ceremonial moment that might be compromised by wait staff delivering food or refilling glasses. Both sets of organizers took pride in promising the group that they’d be out of there on time! Don’t get me wrong, I am in just as big a hurry as you are most of the time.
Halloween transformations
Posted by Beth Alexander
(10.23.07, 05:17 PM)
Nfocus gets a lot of pitches for stories. Sometimes, PR people want us to cover business events—fun, but not our métier. Sometimes, it’s a check presentation; we don’t really do those either. Lots of times, a young woman with Carrie Bradshaw fantasies wants to share what she’s learned about life with the world. Not really our thing, either. The hardest pitches to turn down are the individual stories of needs met, when a small group of people has been made aware of a worthy cause or a person’s life has been turned around through the timely intervention of angels on earth. I’m not really sure where to put those, though they're often worth retelling.
Jungle Safari
Posted by Mandi Coleman
(10.22.07, 10:32 PM)
This morning we got up before the sun, headed to the nearest coffee shop for a jolt of java, and then began our journey into the rainforest. Literally. I had decided I wanted to see a waterfall up close and personal, and the only one remotely close was deep in the forest, and no guide was going out there. Now, there were small paths made up of roots and mud, but for the most part we were alone with nature and the occasional hungry mosquito. So here I am, excited to be going on a safari, not thinking about the blood thirsty bees or the slippery goo I might fall in. Of course I wore cute flip flops, a white tee, and shorts. I got eaten alive by every living creature small enough to go undetected. But I had a blast! Really, it seemed like at any moment a guide would pop up and explain the native habitat we were passing, but this was real life. Not a guide in sight, we saw all the tiki huts in the forest, smelled the cooking pork that those natives started on before 7 in the morning, and walked past coconuts and bananas growing on trees. It really was magical just to be there.
Back to Reality...for today at least
Posted by Mandi Coleman
(10.18.07, 11:07 AM)
After my busy, insane schedule this week in the midwest, it's time for a little rest and relaxation. What better way to do that but in a tropical locale, sipping Pina Colada's and soaking up as much October sunshine as nature will allow? I'm heading off for my last personal trip of the year, and I'm going out with a bang. For the next week I'll be writing from a different sandy location each time, hopefully giving everyone a tiny rest from the daily grind.
Fall into Chicago
Posted by Mandi Coleman
(10.16.07, 6:03 AM)
I realize that I made a huge mistake by forgetting my coat. No worries though, right? I'll just run into one of the many shops in Chicago and pick up a wonderful new jacket worth the effort and investment. No...not quite. It seems like every coat that every store is making, both high and low end, has quarter sleeves, and they are bell-shaped to top it off. Perhaps if I were six feet tall the sleeves would look great. But, I'm about a foot shy of that, so I appear more munchkin, less amazon runway model. Aside from the appearance, the real problem was that the quarter sleeves are cold! I want warm wrists, which must not be in demand this year. I did finally find a really great creation that covered up my forearms, but it really amazed me that apparently everyone in America is going to have frostbitten arms come December.
A feast for readers
Posted by Julie Schoerke
(10.14.07, 10:07 AM)
What a beautiful week-end it was for authors and readers in Nashville, and I’m not just talking about the weather. I joined the crowds in taking in as many sessions as I could downtown at Southern Festival of Books. Some of my favorite sessions featured authors who are also stellar members of the Nashville community:
Peaceful Controversy
Posted by Mandi Coleman
(10.12.07, 01:59 PM)
Everyone's a critic, and when it comes to the environment, many people are hypocritical in one aspect or another. That really came to my mind as I was at the gym bright and early this morning, listening to the news as they talked about Al Gore winning the Nobel Peace Prize. Gore actually won an academy award earlier this year for his film "An Inconvenient Truth." Now, I'm not an expert on politics, the environment, or anything really, but when the talking heads started to discuss Al's Belle Meade electric bill, I could see their point. Who runs up that high of a bill after bashing everyone for not conserving their resources as much as possible? Not that I can talk, but I'm not the one who put my name on the film.
The Windy City
Posted by Mandi Coleman
(10.10.07, 11:24 AM)
This Sunday I leave for the big city of Chicago. I'll take in the sights, sounds...and of course all the food. But mostly I just want to get some new additions to my fall wardrobe! Now, it's been about 10 years since I've been there. What 14 year old could actually remember all the store names that were worth going to? Not this one...plus I'm sure the Limited too wouldn't be able to fit me at this stage! I will absolutely be going to H&M (why doesn't Nashville, or even Atlanta, have one of these?). Even if they don't have my size, which I've been warned about by a few different people, at least they will have all the shoes and bags I can get my hands on! But I need some other ideas...does anyone know where on the Magnificent Mile I can grab a few magnificent items for my now sad-looking closet?
An Affair to Remember
Posted by Mandi Coleman
(10.07.07, 7:56 PM)
Today I had the priviledge to attend a wedding in the country. Everyone looked on happily as the bride raced down the aisle, intent on finally seeing her groom again after an entire day apart, as the tradition goes. Reno and Lucy couldn't keep their paws off each other...literally. That's right, today I witnessed my first ever doggie nuptuals. Hopefully is will be the only wedding I attend where the bride and groom have the same mother; that could be disconcerting if it were any other situation! As the ceremony ended and the Dr. Suess poem of love and marriage drew to a close, the real party began and the entire four-legged wedding party mingled and drank champagne (they actually make a version for dogs!) The bride was no where to be found; she had to go and prepare for the big night she had ahead of her. Oh, I may have forgotten to mention that the ceremony had to be cut short due to Lucy's longing for her new mate. She went into heat the night before... On a better note, the cake was absolutely amazing. Sweet Dreams in Franklin pulled out all the stops, with both the wedding cake and the cake-shaped cookies for all canines present. I will so be going back, and not for the kibbles.
A Girl's Best Friend
Posted by Mandi Coleman
(10.06.07, 2:19 PM)
Yesterday a friend of mine got an upgrade to her wedding band. Jealous? You would be if you saw the ice rink that now sits peacefully on her tiny finger. Actually, her hands are so small that we went into a jewelry and repair shop today to have the ring resized. Belle Meade Jewelry and Repair is about the size of her ring finger, in fact. Located unassumingly between the CVS and Starbucks on Harding, the owner of this store not only took care of her, he did a perfect job in a very short amount of time. I noticed as customers came in that he greeted everyone by name and knew exactly what taste of jewelry they were hungry for that day. I have to admit, I was impressed. I will definately be coming back, not just for his manners and knowledge, but the fact that he really cares about what he does, and does it to perfection.
Sports Talk
Posted by Dave Alexander
(10.03.07, 06:55 PM)
Why does Colin Cowherd have a nationally syndicated "Sports" talk show? Does anyone have any legitimate reason? The guy knows little to nothing about any sport. By his own admission. And he's not alone in knowing nothing about sports but still pulling in six to seven figures a year to discuss a subject he knows little to nothing about. If only they would pay so much for someone who knows nothing to talk about politics: and sadly, the little that the politic talk show hosts know is light years ahead of what these sports guys like Cowherd know about their "fields."
Game, upset, and match
Posted by Dave Alexander
(10.03.07, 06:35 PM)
Ugh.... ly. College football was seriously ugly last week as West Virginia, Florida, and Oklahoma, all ranked in the top ten before last week's game, all lost some ugly, ugly games. And USC did their best to join them. The Trojans struggled mightily against a weaker Washington opponent but managed to rely on their ridiculously athletic defense to pull them out of a loss when starting CB Terrell Thomas managed to cause and recover a fumble
Do A Little Dance...
Posted by Mandi Coleman
(10.02.07, 08:40 AM)
I am a complete fool for marketing. Last night while watching Dancing with the Stars, I had an overwhelming need to get online and find a dance class in Nashville. I mean, the girls look amazing and they seem to be having the time of their lives! What's not to love? After doing a little research though, I couldn't find anything promising, except the occasional ballroom dancing class. I want something more fun than that; something the girls and I can go do on a weekday night to both burn some calories and maybe look a little better on the dancefloor as a result.
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