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Rebecca's Better... and Taco In Hand

PetSugar — Tue, 22 Jan 2008 17:00:02 PST

We last spotted these two picking out a tree with their two footed family members Rebecca Romijn and Jerry O'Connell, but now they're doubling up as a workout for mom! For fans of these pooches (I know I am!), that's Taco on the left and the caramel-colored, Better, on the right. The furry poodle mixes are somberly sleek on their way from a private groomer in Calabasas, so sleek perhaps that their little freshly washed paws can't even touch the ground. No matter what, they're cuter and fluffier than ever – maybe they had a blowout, too?!

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Rewind: This Week's Buzz

BuzzSugar — Sat, 06 Oct 2007 08:00:00 PDT

Meet Lee Pace! You may now know him from such things as the preciously delicious show "Pushing Daisies." Did you watch the "Pie-lette" episode this week?
The brand-new trailer for the Johnny Depp-Tim Burton-Helena Bonham Carter movie Sweeney Todd is fantastic. The trailer for 27 Dresses starring Katherine Heigl is... less so.
Now that it's October, I have a whole new list of must-have things, including the new box set series DVDs of "My So-Called Life."
October is also Breast Cancer Awareness Month, so check out my spotlight post featuring Kylie Minogue and her white-hot vampy photo.
The newest Radiohead album comes out October 10 and costs... whatever you want it to cost!
If you could recast the Winslow Family - and Steve Urkel, of course - who would you cast in "Family Matters"?
Aside from Britney Spears' new video for "Gimme More," this week I had to check out Alicia Keys' video for "No One" as well as a cute new video for Regina Spektor's "Better."
Time to weigh in: Do you still care about "Queer Eye" as it begins its fifth and final season on TV? Also, what's your favorite incarnation of "Law and Order"?

Music Video: Regina Spektor, "Better"

BuzzSugar — Wed, 03 Oct 2007 12:26:09 PDT

Regina Spektor already made one music video for "Better," but apparently, the nature of the song has inspired her to try again. If you're not familiar with the stellar music of this Russian-Jewish songstress, this video is a good introduction, since it features an army of Regina lookalikes with wild hair and icy-blue stares.

It's also a great taste of the quirky, piano-heavy folk pop that Spektor so artfully established on last year's Begin to Hope. Highly recommended for fans of Tori Amos and Feist. If you like the video, be sure to vote it up on VH1's Top 20 Countdown, and to watch,

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Foot Pads For Better Sleep

FitSugar — Fri, 23 Feb 2007 17:30:00 PST

If you're not getting enough sleep at night, you'll end up tired and run-down. If you've tried other ways to get a good night's sleep, but nothing really works, then here's a new idea to test out - Body purifying herbal foot pads from Gaiam.
These foot pads can boost circulation and help remove toxins from your body such as nickel, arsenic, and mercury (which might be the reason you can't sleep in the first place).
You place them on the arches of your feet and wear them while sleeping 8-10 hours. According to the principals of the alternative practice of reflexology, trigger points in the feet affect the rest of your body. When the reflexology points on the arches of your feet are stimulated, it can help you sleep.

Whether you believe this sort of thing works or not is up to you, but they could help you catch up on your zzzz's. The footpads come in a 10-pack and can be purchased from Gaim directly for $24.

15 Pieces That Are Perfect For Memorial Day - and the Rest of the Summer, Too

Brittney Stephens — Sat, 26 May 2012 07:55:05 PDT

As the unofficial start of Summer, Memorial Day gives us a chance to remember our fallen soldiers, relax with family and friends, and bask in the notion that more festive holidays are right around the corner. Since the long weekend is fast approaching, we thought it more than necessary to round up some of our favorite party-perfect pieces for the holiday - and even better, they'll work well for the rest of your Summer celebrations too. Whether you're headed to the beach, a barbecue, or a fun brunch with the girls, we've got you covered. Just click through to see and shop 15 pieces to help you make your way stylishly through the long weekend.

10 Tips to Save on Memorial Day Grocery Shopping

Emily Co — Sat, 26 May 2012 00:15:10 PDT

It's fun to host people for a barbecue, but it can also get quite pricey when everyone isn't chipping in. Consumer expert Andrea Woroch provides suggestions to cut your grocery bill when shopping for your Memorial Day meal:

Prepare most of your meal. Woroch says, "The general rule for prepared foods is that they are more expensive, and it's cheaper to buy the ingredients to prepare yourself." For example, prepared veggie platters and fruit salads "are never a good deal" and aren't exactly the freshest produce. However, prepared potato salad at a regular supermarket is less expensive and will save you time in the kitchen.

Get chicken from the butcher. Buy chicken breasts from the butcher counter instead of the prepared packets. They tend to be cheaper and are generally more fresh.

Consider boxed wine. Save money by skipping the bottled wine and going for the box. "Boxed wine is an affordable option for large parties, and the quality has greatly improved in recent years," she says.

Buy liquor at a superstore. If you're insistent on a specific bottle, then check out warehouse clubs like Costco. There are better deals on wine, liquor, and beer at a superstore, according to Woroch. While you're there, pick the store's generic version of vodka for an even cheaper deal.

Make your own salad dressing and marinade. Check out recipes online - here's a list of over 60 different marinades to make. "Most people will already have the basic ingredients like olive oil, some type of vinegar, and herbs at home," she says. "Other ingredients like lemon or lime, soy sauce, or honey won't cost much extra."

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Hit the Grill With These Vegan-Friendly Burgers

Lizzie Fuhr — Fri, 25 May 2012 14:09:32 PDT

There's nothing better than some grilled goodness on a sunny Spring day. If you've taken on a vegan or vegetarian diet and you're tired of those prepackaged burgers, you're in luck. I've got you covered with nine vegan burger recipes that are bursting with flavor. There's something to tempt every vegan regardless of their preferences, from white bean to black bean to portobello. No one-size-fits-all here! Click through to get inspired for backyard BBQ bliss or a weeknight supper.

Happy Hour: Jalisco Flower

Susannah Chen — Fri, 25 May 2012 13:18:53 PDT

There's no better hair of the dog after a long night out than brunch filled with bottomless mimosas. But if you've grown weary of that mundane combination of orange juice and bubbly, switch up your drinking routine with another Champagne cocktail that's twice as exciting to sip, but just about as easy to prepare.

The Jalisco Flower is a combination of ruby red grapefruit juice and sparkling wine - with a bit of tequila and St-Germain added in to throw your taste buds for a loop. Tart tequila pairs well with the sweet-sour grapefruit juice, while the elderflower liqueur adds complex floral notes and softens the spirit's aggressiveness.

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5 Things to Keep in a Plastic Folder When You're on a Trip

SavvySugar — Fri, 25 May 2012 11:43:48 PDT

I wouldn't dream of traveling without my trusty plastic folder! Be it for business or pleasure, I recycle the same one, slightly larger than a standard piece of paper that I've used since my college days. Mine's hot pink so it stands out in my travel tote amid magazines and other goodies and extra sturdy with a Velcro flap so things stay in better than pocketed, paper alternatives.

While there are some obvious things to go inside - such as flight checkins - I pack quite a few items, each with a very useful purpose:

Confirm everything - Bring a record of flight, hotel, and car rental in this folder. To save the environment, only print the official flight one (and do double-sided whenever possible) or simply create a word doc on one page with all addresses, phone numbers and confirmation codes where applicable.
Take the notes - While it's easy to rely a bit too heavily on smart phones (and the numbers and notes stored within), still jot down some personal details of things to do. If you want to be extra prepped, color code the printout pages for easy finding.

Learn how to organize the trip while you're on it to save time (and headaches!) afterwards and

Hold it together - Depending on the length of a journey, toss in a few paper clips and a business-sized envelope as well. Group all small receipts together for expensing and checking the budget later.
Get ready to write - If I had a dollar every time someone near me asked to borrow my pen (especially on international flights with forms that need to be filled out before landing), I'd have money to buy a new purse all together! Sure, many times there's a pen in your bag but save the digging and keep one instantly available inside the folder.
Keep the worries at bay - Extra passport photos and copies of important documents can also be stashed inside in case of emergency. If checking bags, you can write out an inventory of what's inside your suitcase - before you roll your eyes, this can help when planning how to pack lighter and picking out outfits once you're there.
Bring it back - Having this folder also makes it easier to bring back a postcard or other reminders of the trip like a menu from a new restaurant or a clipping from the local magazine.

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Little Known Facts About Your Favorite Geeks

GeekSugar — Fri, 25 May 2012 09:19:41 PDT

A Happy Geek Pride Day to you! One of the many ways we're celebrating today, is a look at our favorite geek celebrities. How well do you know your favorite geeks? From online and off-line interviews, we found some interesting tidbits about these hot-and-nerdy celebrities. Get to know them a little better in the slideshow!