Monthly Archives: July 2011

Surfing Sunday (deals)

Posted on July 31, 2011 by

By now everyone in the world knows what ‘Groupon’ is. But did you know it doesn’t end there? There are several other ‘deal’ sites, but how can one keep track of them all without flooding their email address? Here it is! … Continue reading →

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Search Me Saturdays

Posted on July 30, 2011 by

Welcome to the 2nd run of Search Me Saturdays. This is where I choose a few of the Google search terms that have brought people to my site. Although I am unaware of why these terms refered them to my site, I … Continue reading →

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Famous Fridays (Nicole Richie)

Posted on July 29, 2011 by

There are 3 celebrities I have always believed I would make great life long friends with. Two of them are the Olsen twins… Although I am quite certain I would just stand there and quietly cry if I were to … Continue reading →

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A Chippy Meal & Drink!

Posted on July 28, 2011 by

Everybody knows that different countries have different products. I have written about this before with my displeasure over the coffee creamers. Once again I have discovered the most delicious product that sadly you may never get to try. The Mojito Potato … Continue reading →

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What to Wear Wednesday (D.W Fashion giveaway)

Posted on July 27, 2011 by

This Sunday, July 31, Calgary will be host to a fabulous fashion show featuring the local designs of Daryl White. He has been so kind to invite Mr. Fab and a pair of his readers to the show which will take place at … Continue reading →

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Toliet Paper Tuesday

Posted on July 26, 2011 by

Most of the time when we talk about toilet paper the question of ‘over or under’ comes up… But what does it matter which way your roll is placed if it wont even turn. With these new mega rolls taking over … Continue reading →

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Fashion Cat Burglar

Posted on July 25, 2011 by

I have had my fair share of fashion flops. Most recently I wore a pair of rain boots with shorts. I had left the house thinking it was raining out, I thought I smelt rain and it looked cloudy. Within 20 minutes the sun … Continue reading →

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Carnival Side Show

Posted on July 23, 2011 by

I’d like to congratulate my sweet cousin Sherona and her handsome husband Aaron on their Wedding Day today. I have made the trek to the middle of nowhere (Limerick, SK) to celebrate their special day with them. The theme: Coney … Continue reading →

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Calgary Folk Festival (hottest ticket of the Summer)

Posted on July 22, 2011 by

I’ll tell you right now that there is nowhere I would have rather spent such a perfect evening then at the Calgary Folk Festival last night. When I first received the invite to cover this event I was skeptical. I … Continue reading →

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GREEN light for Calgary Folk Festival

Posted on July 21, 2011 by

Tomorrow at 5:30pm will be the start of something fabulous in Calgary. Opening day for the 4 day music extravaganza, the Calgary Folk Festival, which I have been asked to cover! (I am so lucky!) Never before have I written about an event before … Continue reading →

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What to wear Wednesday (Belt Buckles)

Posted on July 20, 2011 by

There are a lot of reasons I love this redneck town of mine. We have a great art scene, delicious restaurants, and great outdoor spaces. But what really separates us from the rest of our country is our style. With … Continue reading →

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9am Too Early? The Buckn’ Breakfast

Posted on July 19, 2011 by

Now that the dust has settled and the boots are being packed up, I am taking some time to reflect on my choices during the Calgary Stampede. There are many other events that take place during the 10 day extravaganza, … Continue reading →

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Marketing Monday (Katy Perry & Me)

Posted on July 18, 2011 by

By now you are probably aware that if I want something I’ll do whatever it takes to get it! This was the case with the sold out Katy Perry concert on Saturday. Now I tried a lot of routes to … Continue reading →

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Teenage Paparazzo hits Canada

Posted on July 17, 2011 by

Yesterday I was invited to a screening, Q&A and press conference for Teenage Paparazzo by Adrian Grenier (of Entourage fame) who is doing a 20 city North American tour. The independent film was right up my alley…. Celebrity, Paparazzi and our insatiable need to pry … Continue reading →

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Eat This! (Fair Food)

Posted on July 16, 2011 by

If you haven’t figured it out by my meer size, I am a ‘foodaholic’ and I don’t discriminate. Naturally eating my way through the midway is one of my favorite aspects of the Calgary Stampede and this year they did … Continue reading →

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Famous Fridays (the Food Carnie)

Posted on July 15, 2011 by

When I was a child I dreamt that I could be like Disney’s Toby Tyler and run away with the circus. Then my pet hamster died and I realized I was no good with animals so I dreamt bigger… To … Continue reading →

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Stampede Roundup; A World Class Hoe-Down

Posted on July 14, 2011 by

Yesterday I was invited to the 16th annual  Stampede Roundup. This yearly sold-out event has brought some of the hottest Country Music stars to Calgary. This year the line up included The Odds, Big & Rich (John Rich winner of … Continue reading →

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NKOTB & BSB how did this all happen to me?

Posted on July 14, 2011 by

There are those days in your life that things just start to happen and the next thing you know you are on a really fast rollercoaster ride wondering how you got there. This was the case last night with the … Continue reading →

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What to Wear Wednesday (Cowboy Hats)

Posted on July 13, 2011 by

The obvious choice for head coverings in Calgary is the Cowboy Hat, but during Stampede it’s a must! And Calgarians are not choosy people. I have seen Cowboy hats made from straw, felt, styrofoam, sequins and beer boxes. What ever your style, … Continue reading →

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Ride This!

Posted on July 12, 2011 by

Last night was an amazing night; an amazing performance by Lights and to shake the cinnamon sugar off of my shirt, a death ride on the Sling Shot. Now I should start this by letting you know a few things, #1. Several … Continue reading →

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