Travel Thursday.

Verona, Italy

Inspired by Twitter's idea of Music Monday, I thought TFR would implement a Travel Thursday sentiment. When I was living in Europe, Thursday was the day we all packed up and shipped out for the weekend. Even now- 3 years later- sometimes on Thursdays I get the itch to pack a small bag and hit the road. So on the first Travel Thursdays, it's only appropriate to discuss the place I dream of going everyday....Verona, Italy. Taking a stroll in Piazza Erbe to get fresh blood oranges, window shopping on Via Mazzini and reading a book outside La Arena sipping espresso. Sounds like heaven to me.

If you could go anywhere today, where would it be?

Creep Central.

Chatroulette....ahhhh where to even start. I have been hearing about this website constantly....it seemed to explode virtually overnight. Let's be honest...people had to do something while Jersey Shore is on hiatus. Eventually curiosity got the best of me and I gave it a whirl. For those of you who aren't hip, I'll explain. Imagine a roulette table. Well on this site, you are the ball and land on random strangers (ala numbers) to video chat with. Yes, the idea is creepy/intriguing. The actual act of it is off the charts....literally dripping with peculiarity. Granted I've only been there twice, but in my short time I've encountered a card catalog of pervs and loser college kids (see pic for reference). While this could be really fun to do wasted with your friends while waiting for Jimmy Johns to arrive, it's beyond me why anyone would risk the chance of seeing someone hump a head of lettuce while trying to find the 3 other normal people in the cyber cesspool. I'm not joking....some of these people are waaaaay beyond PG-13. So if you are an inquiring mind or just drunk ....take your chances. But don't say I didn't warn you.

PS- If you do head over there, PLEASE inform me of the wackjobs you come across.

*Image Via uberpix.net

Sweet-heart.

In my mind there is no better way to say I love you than with sweet treats. And if you have ever had a Magnolia Cupcake, you know they take sweet to another level. Since it IS Valentine's day, the infamous Magnolia Red Velvet strain seemed to be the right choice for my honey. The recipe was easy to locate (epicurious.com), and the ingredients were simple. Some sugar, cocoa, butter and LOVE. Ok that was ridiculously lame, but tis the season yo. The only difficult part of the process was making the signature Magnolia frosting swirl, and as you can see my frosting was an epic failure....but whadya gonna do right? All in all, they turned out DELICIOUS.. even better after being kept in the fridge.

Magnolia Bakery NYC.

Attention Brunettes!

Going to the salon can be pretty pricey, so I have been on the hunt for ways to beautify at home. The so called "Espresso Soak" claims to enrich color and seemed super easy.... so I gave it a whirl. It was very quick, cheap and actually DID deepen my base color.....but alas it faded in about 2 days. So if you are looking for a more permanent change, stick with box color.

• Espresso Soak- Brew cup or super strong black coffee or get a Starbucks Espresso. Once it cools, pour over dry hair in the shower and leave on for ten minutes before rinsing. (I got a double shot for a maximum effect)

You can also get the same results from black tea:
• Black tea soak- steep 3 bags of black tea in 2 cups of hot water until cool. Pour over hair, let sit for ten mins and rinse.

*Tip- Put a shower cap over your head to contain liquid.
** This only works for brunettes, if you didn't gather that from the title.

Creative Genius.

Everyone has their opinion about the best Superbowl Ads, but in my opinion, these 2 can't be beat.

Singing In the Rain.

How sweet is this umbrella? Adorable heart cut-outs layered on top of the classic Burberry print.....yes please. This would be such a fun Valentine's Day gift....and a functional one at that. Just imagine this paired with a classic tan trench. Loves it!

WOW.

I love love loveeee Dr Oz. He is a permanent fixture on the ever illusive "5 people you could invite to dinner" list, which is a tough cookie to crack. I DVR every episode of his show and promptly gasp and google everything he says. Well, on today's show he discussed medical oddities....aka TREE MAN. This video is a little shocking, so brace your self. Overall message? This guy has branch-like structures growing from his limbs. And how did said branches begin growing from this guy? HPV. Just another reason not to skank it up on the weekends. Snooki, are you listening?!

A Girl Can Dream Right?

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