One of my favorite shows.

I used to watch this show as a kid and one of my friends recently sent me this. I just had to share it with everyone.

Hollywood Squares
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These great questions and answers are from the days when theHollywood
Squares game show responses were spontaneous, not scripted, as they are now.

Peter Marshall was the host asking the questions, of course.

Q. Paul, what is a good reason for pounding meat?
A. Paul Lynde: Loneliness!
(The audience laughed so long and so hard it took up almost 15 minutes of
the show!)

Q. Do female frogs croak?
A. Paul Lynde: If you hold their little heads under water long enough.

Q. If you're going to make a parachute jump, at least how high should you
be?
A. Charley Weaver: Three days of steady drinking should do it.

Q. True or False, a pea can last as long as 5,000 years.
A. George Gobel: Boy, it sure seems that way sometimes.

Q. You've been having trouble going to sleep. Are you probably a man or a
woman?
A. Don Knotts: That's what's been keeping me awake.

Q. According to Cosmopolitan, if you meet a stranger at a party and you
think that he is attractive, is it okay to come out and ask him if he's
married?
A. Rose Marie: No wait until morning.

Q. Which of your five senses tends to diminish as you get older?
A. Charley Weaver: My sense of decency.

Q. In Hawaiian, does it take more than three words to say 'I Love You'?
A. Vincent Price: No, you can say it with a pineapple and a twenty.

Q. What are 'Do It,' 'I Can Help,' and 'I Can't Get Enough'?
A. George Gobel: I don't know, but it's coming from the next apartment.

Q. As you grow older, do you tend to gesture more or less with your hands
while talking?
A. Rose Marie: You ask me one more growing old question Peter, and I'll
give you a gesture you'll never forget.

Q. Paul, why do Hell's Angels wear leather?
A. Paul Lynde: Because chiffon wrinkles too easily.

Q. Charley, you've just decided to grow strawberries. Are you going to get
any during the first year?
A.. Charley Weaver: Of course not, I'm too busy growing strawberries.

Q. In bowling, what's a perfect score?
A. Rose Marie: Ralph, the pin boy.

Q. It is considered in bad taste to discuss two subjects at nudist camps.
One is politics, what is the other?
A. Paul Lynde: Tape measures.

Q. During a tornado, are you safer in the bedroom or in the closet?
A. Rose Marie: Unfortunately Peter, I'm always safe in the bedroom.

Q. Can boys join the Camp Fire Girls?
A. Marty Allen: Only after lights out.

Q. When you pat a dog on its head he will wag his tail. What will a goose
do?
A. Paul Lynde: Make him bark?

Q. If you were pregnant for two years, what would you give birth to?
A. Paul Lynde: Whatever it is, it would never be afraid of the dark.

Q. According to Ann Landers, is there anything wrong with getting into the
habit of kissing a lot of people?
A. Charley Weaver: It got me out of the Army.

Q. It is the most abused and neglected part of your body, what is it?
A. Paul Lynde: Mine may be abused, but it certainly isn't neglected..

Q. Back in the old days, when Great Grandpa put horseradish on his head,
what was he trying to do?
A. George Gobel: Get it in his mouth.

Q. Who stays pregnant for a longer period of time, your wife or your
elephant?
A. Paul Lynde: Who told you about my elephant?

Q. When a couple have a baby, who is responsible for its sex?
A. Charley Weaver: I'll lend him the car, the rest is up to him...

Q. Jackie Gleason recently revealed that he firmly believes in them and has
actually seen them on at least two occasions. What are they?
A. Charley Weaver: His feet.

Q. According to Ann Landers, what are two things you should never do in bed?

A. Paul Lynde: Point and laugh

Too Many Changes on American Idol

I truly don't know how many more changes I can take with the American Idol show.  I just read an article mentioning the Kara DioGuardi AND Ellen will not be back for the new season.  Come on Fox, who's left? 

When Paula left the show, I was disappointed I wouldn't get to hear her senseless ramblings, but didn't feel it was a show ending departure for me.  Heavy sigh, Simon left.  He was at times quite cheeky, but that's what we expected and loved about him.  He was the one all of the contestants wanted approval from.  Without him, it was going to be up to Randy and Kara to dish on the Idols.  Heavy sigh, Kara's leaving.

Reports say she was fired by execs in an effort to continually mix up the show.  Boo.  Kara has a music resume second to only a few producers.  Her critiques of the Idols were more than simple words, what she had to say came from the bottom of her note singing heart.  Beyond her expertise, she added so much panache to the judging table.  Why?  Why Kara? 

The role of Ellen on the panel was a humorous one.  She lightened the mood, lifted the spirits of the contestants, and made us all laugh.  I enjoyed her as the newest addition to the crew and will miss her jokes and smiling face.

Rumors have it Steven Tyler from Aerosmith and J. Lo will be replacing Kara and Ellen.  Granted, both newbies have incredible music talent, I just wish it could go back to the good old days.

Jennifer

Nivea Bikini Challenge

Ok so that image isn't the most appealing to look at... but it's what I believe to be true results shown on the Tyra show from the Nivea Bikini Body "Good-Bye Cellulite" Challenge! The challenge includes a healthy diet, working out, and using the Cellulite reducing Nivea lotion and serum for a month. 86% of women noticed tighter and firmer skin and less cellulite!

I'm not doing the specific challenge, but I am using the lotion! I'm not sure if I'll be posting any before pictures on here... but maybe some after shots if it really works. I'll be sure to share my positive or negative feedback of this product after I've been using it for a while. A product like this could change the way women feel about their bodies (if it really works!)

Julie
Madison, WI

Jessepalooza

On February 3, 2010 my best friend's daughters' brother Jesse died from complications of type 1 diabetes.  He was only 13 years old.  There are no words to describe the incredible sadness his passing has had on all of his family and friends.  In honor of Jesse, this Saturday at the Capital Brewery, will be the first ever "Jessepalooza."

Jesse's mom Michelle explained her motivation for Jessepalooza was threefold.  "First, we wanted to honor Jesse the way he would want to be honored which is through music and people laughing and having a great time remembering him. Second, to raise money to find a cure for this hideous disease and third, to have a way for his friends and family to get together and remember him each year.”

I truly believe this will be a wonderful day and such a great way to celebrate the life of Jesse.  Jessepalooza runs from 12pm to 9pm this Saturday at the Capital Brewery in Middleton, WI.  Tickets are $10 in advance or $15 at the door.  There will be plenty of music, plenty of refreshments, and lots of laughs.  Hope to see you there.

Jennifer

Odd Beauty Products, No Thanks!

Remember press-on tattoos? Now there’s press-on eyeshadow—promising makeup artist quality shadow in a matter of minutes. How does this concoction work? According to the Eye Envy directions, you smooth the applique over your eyelid; tap it into place to ensure even color transfer and peel back to reveal the shadow creation. There are dozens of looks to choose from: the trendy smoky eye, bold leopard print to zebra. 

The smell of bacon can make even a vegetarian’s stomach grumble. What about bacon lip balm? Sound too weird or delicious? You decide! Justin Esch and Dave Lefkow, the originators of the bacon-based J&D’s Foods and products like BaconPOP microwave popcorn and Bacon Salt, believe everything should smell like bacon—and that includes lip balm. The Bacon Lip Balm, $3.99, which they claim is the original, is described as “a constant reminder of the awesome power of bacon.”

Sparkle and sequins are all the rage in fashion. Now, you can put some sparkle in your smile—literally. How? DecoDent Tooth Jewelry makes jewelry—such as ruby-colored crystals or sapphire blue crystals—specifically for your pearly whites. Just like in fashion, a little sparkle goes a long way; one jewel stone is all you need to jazz up your smile. Interested? Talk to your dentist about DecoDent, which are applied with adhesive and can stay in place from six months to three years.

I don't know about you, but these odd beauty products are a definitely no for me!  The last thing I need is leopard eyes that go with my bacon lips and diamond teeth.

Jennifer

Rodarte x Ballet x Natalie Portman = Black Swan

Black Swan is a new ballet-thriller film (I know, reserve judgement for a second) starring Natalie Portman and Mila Kunis. Reasons this excites me: I love Mila Kunis and especially Natalie Portman, I LOVE ballet (Center Stage remains one of my most-beloved DVDs), and the costumes for the film were designed by Laura and Kate Mulleavey, designer sisters of fashion label Rodarte. Rodarte's main aesthetic is an intricate layering of textured and distressed fabrics, which produces a sort of goth-romantic look. Their label has quickly been recognized by fashion critics as one to watch and they recently reached out to mass-market customers through a Target collaboration collection (of which I own much).

Rodarte makes perfect sense for a dark film revolving around ballet and I can't wait to see what they've produced for it. (Costume at pictured at left is the first one to be released.) As far as the film itself, the trailer has yet to come out, so whether it's any good remains to be seen.


Mandy
Creative Director

{via Fashionologie}

Your daily funnies: The Zoeinator

Funny or Die regular Amy Phillips has become the ultimate Rachel Zoe impersonator in her hilarious spoof videos of "The Rachel Zoe Project". If you haven't seen them yet, check the series out here.


In the most recent episode, "The Zoeinator," Rachel Zoe makes a cameo to combat her robot impersonator and save the fashion world. Its baananaas.

The Zoeinator - watch more funny videos

Mandy
Creative Director

Tassel's the thing

Trend alert! At the 16th Annual SAG awards, Kate Hudson made the sartorial decision to highlight her gorg backless dress with a diamond tassel necklace by Cartier. Kate is not the only one to embrace the vintage-inspired trend, Ivanka Trump has created various tasseled pieces for her own jewelry line and it has also been seen on the likes of Rachel Bilson and Kristen Bell.

Sautoir (French for long, opera-length) Tassel necklaces were popular during the 1910's and 20's, which is why they have a refined, antique feel.

If you're feeling the trend, check out our "Tassel" Necklace by jenny designs. This necklace can be styled many different ways as it is open-ended with two tassels, allowing it to be tied at any length.

Mandy

Creative Director

Cute Animals

I’m a sucker for cute animals. I love them, and I even love the ones that are so ugly they are actually cute. Dogs, cats, bunnies, birds, even bugs can be cute. I love the website dailysquee.com for my “cute animal fix” of the day. They have the funniest videos and photos with captions that are always ADORABLE. I also love cuteoverload.com. If you love cute and funny animals, I highly recommend these blogs!

Look how cute this guy is. Guilty!!

Julie
Madison, WI

San Diego Ocean's Foundation

I'd like to shamelessly promote an organization that my sister is working for in San Diego! We all like to help out in one way or another, but if you are in the San Diego area, or if you just feel like helping a good cause, check out http://www.sdoceans.org/!

From their Facebook page:

The mission of the San Diego Oceans Foundation is to promote ocean stewardship by leading community-supported projects that enhance the ocean habitat and encourage sustainable use of the oceans resources.

What does this really mean? SDOF recruits and trains community members to assist with our marine programs. These volunteers work at the grass-roots level where they learn new skills and become educated in marine conservation efforts.Then the magic happens! Our volunteers become ocean stewards and begin personalizing their commitment to the sea. We've hooked them (not literally) and that's how we spread our message of ocean stewardship!


Whether you help out an organization like this, or donate towards efforts to clean up the gulf of mexico, anything you do to save the ocean is a wonderful gift! After living in Australia for 5 months and seeing how beautiful the ocean can be (I admit, I used to be scared of getting in,) I now know the importance of programs and non-profits like San Diego Oceans Foundation and their huge contribution to protecting and saving the wildlife and our oceans in general.


Follow them on Facebook http://www.facebook.com/sandiegooceansfoundation for some thoughtful, and some hilarious, updates.


Julie
Madison, WI

Drew Barrymore on the cover of Elle.

Hi Friends: One of my favorite celebrity personalities is Drew Barrymore. She just has a down to earth attitude and doesn't believe she's the greatest thing in the world like so many celeberity types do. Most celebrities just kind of annoy me and if you live in LA you would know what I mean. Here's a portion of the interview she gave Elle.

On taking stock of where she is now: “For three years straight, I’ve been burning the candle at both ends, and as of last December, I just didn’t have anything left. I’ve been so aggressive about living life to the fullest and being plugged into everything, but now I’ve ripped the plug out of the wall and put it on the floor for a while. I’m thinking about the same things as when I was 15, about spirituality and who I am, who I want to be. It’s cocoon, pupa, larva, and fuck, I’m reborn!”

On the media’s misconceptions of her: “I make movies. I have a passion. Puppies and daisies don’t accomplish anything. That’s not me at all.”

On being single: “If you’re 35 and single and it’s a choice, it feels fine. So I didn’t settle with the wrong person yet. Big deal!”

On her upcoming role in Going the Distance: “I like that it’s not a traditional romantic comedy, with the story line of, ‘Oh, I slept with this guy, but when I woke up, I found out he’s the CEO of my company, and we’re going to live happily ever after once we go through all these crazy perils. I talk shit with my girlfriends. And it can get dirty.”

On why she’s not afraid to get older: “I don’t want to be vain or fearful, and I don’t think I’ll do anything [in terms of plastic surgery], but if I want to do something, I will. From my perspective, there’s no reason to be afraid of aging, because if you age, you’re lucky! The alternative is death.”

On child stardom: “I was raised in unique and trying environments, but they were also amazing platforms for me to have an extraordinary life. Going through hell as a kid made me sensitive to what others in this world go through too.”

Lynn
Los Angeles, CA

Kombucha Revenge

Since Lindsay tragically suggested that Kombucha had something to do with her SCRAM anklet going off , which led to the fermented brew being pulled from shelves, I can only say happy trails to the news she's heading off to jail.  Ouch! 

After violating her probation by missing some of her mandatory alcohol education classes, Lohan has been sentenced to 90 days in jail followed by 90 days in rehab.  “I did everything I was told to do, I thought I was being compliant,” Lohan told Superior Court Judge Marsha Revel through tears. “I'm not taking this as a joke, it's my life and career. I don't want you to think I don't respect you and your terms.”

Lohan said she had a tough time making the classes because of her work schedule, but Revel wasn’t buying her story. “I couldn't have been more clear [about my orders],” Revel said. “There are no excuses.”  Lohan will have to surrender to serve her sentence on July 20. She will continue to wear her SCRAM anklet until then. The good news for Lohan is that due to prison overcrowding, she’ll probably only serve a fraction of her jail sentence – then it’s on to three months in rehab.

Sorry Lindsay, I know I've been bit harsh on you, but seriously...you messed with my Kombucha. 

Jennifer

Jonny Lang in Madison at the Overture Center

I love music, pretty much any and all genre's.  A few years ago my friend Joanna introduced me to an incredible artist, Jonny Lang.  We saw him perform live at the Barrymore Theater, here in Madison and it was truly amazing.  Jonny is brilliant on the guitar and his vocals are soulfully mesmerizing. 

Naturally, when we heard he was coming to Madison again, we knew this was a must see event!  We've rounded up a group of girlfriends and are heading to the Overture Center this Sunday, July 11th for a guaranteed fantastic time!  Here's a glimpse of Johnny at his best:



Hope to see you there!

Jennifer

Independence Day Sale!

Wow, the 4th of July has arrived at lightening speed.  It got all of us thinking at J. LaMore how quickly the summer is going to pass us by, which prompted us to run a summer sale!

Shop today through Monday, July 5th and save 20% on your entire order, in-store and online.  Just use promo code "july4" at checkout to receive the extra discount. 

Have a great holiday weekend! 

Jennifer