RATE IT! Cosmic Christmas

Love, love, LOVE this Christmas cartoon special from back in the late '70s. This Canadian gem called 'Cosmic Christmas' was a staple on TV screens in the Great White North for several years and then suddenly, like the aliens in the story, it disappeared. I'm guessing that there must have been a rights issue because we haven't seen this special on TV for years. I really wish someone would sort out their library or talk to their lawyers and get this program back on TV during the build-up to Christmas where it belongs!


Check out part one here... and if you like what you see, you can view the remaining parts on YouTube. 

RATE IT! I've Been Nominated!

Each year, the Canadian Weblog Awards celebrates the brightest and best in Canuck blogs. I'm honoured to be among the list of nominees this year -- not in one category, but TWO!




Lose That Girl is up for the Best Humour and Best Pop Culture & Entertainment blog.

I'm in great company sharing the nominee categories with several of my favourite blogs: Jennifer Villamere, Couchtime and Sexy Typewriter. Winners of each category will be chosen by a jury of our peers at the end of 2011. How's that for a Happy New Year's present!

RATE IT! Pop Culture Dads - A Celebratory List

Father's Day is this coming Sunday. 


To celebrate the occasion, I took an inventory of ten of the most memorable Fathers in entertainment history. Did your favourite pop culture Dad make the cut? And which one reminds you of YOUR Pop?

See where your faves stack up in my latest article for Slice.ca. Click here & enjoy!

RATE IT! Pop Culture Pups

Dog gone it! Pop culture has gone to the dogs! 

Who doesn't like a four-legged scene stealer on the big (or little) screen? Hollywood has always been partial to talented canines, and who am I to disagree!

Here's my latest article for Reader's Digest.ca... 10 Pop Culture Pups. Enjoy!

And as for my Zoey, she'll always be a star in my eyes!

RATE IT! Reasons to Watch...Brides of Beverly Hills

Who can resist watching the trials and tribulations of a rich bride? 


Not me!

Slice is premiering a BRAND NEW wedding series on June 16 at 9:30pm ET -- Brides of Beverly Hills! If you - like me - enjoy all those pre-wedding jitters that go into tracking down the ideal wedding gown, then this show is for you. And if you need more convincing, check out my Top 10 Reasons to Watch Brides of Beverly Hills... my latest article for Slice.ca.

RATE IT! Faded London

It's hard to contain my enthusiasm! Soon I will be returning to one of my favourite destinations on the planet: London, England. 


From my backyard, it's more than 6,000 miles away but despite the distance, the jet lag, and oft-rainy weather, I've always felt at home there. With trips in the double digits, it's easy to say that my money could have been put to better use had I stayed put. But seriously....wouldn't you rather have suitcases stuffed full of memories, photos and stories than a bank full of unused cash? Yeah, me too! 


To celebrate my infinite love for this city, I'm serving up several London-centric posts.


First up, I'd like to share a website that caters to lovers of London, history buffs, and curiosity seekers alike. Faded London is a glorious find that explores all the wonderful hints of a by-gone era: ghost signs, unique street 'furniture' and even shop facades. London is so rich in history that every block boasts secrets from another time - even the metal coal grates on the ground have a tale to tell. 


While all these artifacts aren't exclusive to London -- most big cities have ghost signs adorning the outer walls of old buildings -- they do speak of the city's past in a manner that is pretty much forgotten these days. London may still proudly display a multitude of old streets, signs, buildings and attractions, but progress has removed and erased just as many. The Faded London website is a celebration of where London's been and where it's going. 

RATE IT! Fave Housewives of All-Time

NeNe, Bethenny, Camille? So many bitches, so little time!


'The Real Housewives' franchise never disappoints. The drama, catfights, ridiculous feuds! With the latest bitch-a-rama, 'The Real Housewives of Beverly Hills' pushing its way onto Canadian TV screens last night, it's perfectly reasonable to give a shout out to the Top 10 Favourite Real Housewives of All-Time. 


My latest article for Slice.ca.


Enjoy!

RATE IT! Smash Hits ~ Saved Online

Duran Duran once professed to loving this magazine, so it's not surprising that as an '80s era Durannie that I would follow suit. 


It took me some time before I found my very own imported copy of 'Smash Hits' on a magazine stand here in Toronto. Being a suburban kid in 1984, I'd travel down every Saturday to search out any UK imports that I could get my greedy hands on. Imported 12" singles, magazines, buttons, posters... they were all fair game if we could track them down. That was the hard part. Finding said items. Usually record shops would get one, maybe two in at a time so the key was to get downtown early, and make your decisions quickly otherwise someone else's score was your heartbreak. 


My first issue of 'Smash Hits' as fate would have it, featured Simon Le Bon on the cover. I still own that very special issue, so it was with great excitement that I came across this terrific website that aims at capturing every issue of 'Smash Hits' available. Like Punk Never Happened - Brian McCloskey's Smash Hits Archive is my new home away from home. I love it. The coolest thing? If you click on the Smash Hits cover images on his site, it opens up scans of the ENTIRE issue. Brilliant. I'm so hyped that we can explore all the issues that we never found - like the one depicted here with Duran's Roger & Nick as cover stars. 


Brian's hardwork in saving and scanning these fabulous music mags should be applauded. So many of us grew up with Smash Hits, and the bands it so lovingly featured (or, made fun of!) - it would be a shame for them to vanish without a trace. Thanks to Brian, we can relive their magic again and again - without all the clutter at home! Well, maybe for some.. I still have many Smash Hits and No. 1 magazines in my midst. Once a Durannie, always a Durannie...

RATE IT! Blacklilypie

A Schipperke? Featured in artwork? THAT never happens... or so I thought! 


One day while searching the web for info about Schipperkes, a friend sent me the link to Tara Fortin's blog - and specifically this painting. Since that moment of serendipity, I've been hooked on Tara's Blacklilypie website and by proxy, her Etsy shop.


Tara is an amazing talent with a playful regard for the darker, gothy side of life. More fun and cute than evil or threatening, the creations from Blacklilypie are unique and addictive. From prints and pins to plush toys and arty bookmarks, there's a little bit of magic to suit everyone.


If you'd like to take home a piece of Tara's portfolio, check out her Etsy shop here. 


As a Schipperke owner, it makes me (and Zoey!) proud to see a little black devil in art! Cheers, Tara!

RATE IT! Real Housewives of Atlanta

Dishy TV doesn't get more outrageous than 'The Real Housewives of Atlanta.' The third season has just kicked off here in Canada - the US got the jump on us and have already deliciously enjoyed the antics of NeNe, Kim and the crew - and already the ladies are up to their old, dirty tricks.

To catch up on their shenanigans from previous seasons, please check out my Top 10 'Oh, No You Didn't' article for Slice.ca. I can't guarantee that it's a hair-pulling free zone, so please tread carefully!

RATE IT! Project Runway Top 10's

Project Runway season 8 is about to strut onto TV screens here in Canada this week, and to get you into the mood, I have two new articles published on Slice.ca -- Project Runway's home here in the Great White North. 


The Top 10 Most Memorable Moments - takes you through all the series so far, and awards the most unforgettable people and events of the past seven seasons.


The Top 10 Celebrity Guests on Project Runway - relive our favourite celeb appearances in all their glory!


Enjoy -- and feel free to leave comments on the Slice.ca site!

RATE IT! D Doesn't Stand for Desperate

Not for these housewives! 


Heck, no! If you haven't tuned in yet to the latest member of the Real Housewives television franchise, it's not too late!


Here are the top 10 reasons to make the RH of D.C. part of your viewing routine... from the comfort and safety of your own sofa! Hair pulling is much more fun as a spectator sport.


Please enjoy my latest article for Slice.ca!

RATE IT! Virtual Weight Loss

Ooh, it sounds very scientific and 'Minority Report'ish... but there's no reason to be scared (trust me).


Please check out my latest article for Best Health Magazine's website:


Virtual Weight Loss: Can You Shed Pounds Online?


Can you? I'm not the only one who says you can! 

RATE IT! ‘Danny & Annie,’ an Outstanding Animated Love Story

A beautiful TRUE love story...

Click on the video below, and make sure to have a tissue or two handy! 

Danny & Annie from StoryCorps on Vimeo.


From New York Magazine's website.

RATE IT! Mad Men Cocktail Culture

Dying to know what ingredients go into a Vodka Gimlet? Want to add some retro cool to your next party? Well, it's obviously time to belly up to the bar alongside this new, free Mad Men Cocktail Culture iPhone app.


Try your hand at concocting all sorts of fancy drinks and see how you stack up. With a bunch of recipes at hand, you'll soon be everyone's favourite mixologist. 


It's just a shame that Don Draper doesn't come with it. 

RATE IT! I'm Lost...But Loving Facebook

Lost at the English seaside...

One very much loved teddy... left behind by accident at a Suffolk tea room a few weeks back. 


The owner of the tea shop, Liz Everett took the threadbare teddy into her protective care and has created a Facebook page in the hopes that she can get lost teddy reunited with his loving owner.

All together now... Aw!!!! 

Here's hoping social networking will get this lost toy back in the warm embrace of the child who is probably missing him so terribly! I feel for the poor kiddie. 

You can help! 
Sign up to lost teddy's Facebook page, "I'm Lost.  Help Me Find My Family" today.

RATE IT! Top 5 FREE Health Apps

Yes, my iPhone love shows no signs of stopping... and it's influencing my work routine too!


Please check out my latest article, this time for Best Health Magazine's excellent website:


The Top 5 Free Health Apps

Don't we all need a little help keeping us fit, healthy and happy?

RATE IT! iPhone Tech Goes to the Dogs

If you're a dog owner, or someone looking to find the perfect family pet, here's a fun article just for you!


Tech meets Rover! My latest article...


Top 10 Dog Apps


Even my Zoey approves! 

RATE IT! Mad Men Yourself 2010

It's back!!!!

With the return of 'Mad Men' to our television screens July 25, AMC has brought back the Mad Men Yourself application. Click here and put yourself in the picture!

RATE IT! Top 10 Wedding Apps

I love a good app, and even though I've already taken my own trip down the aisle, I still had to have a go with all the iTunes wedding apps. 


Shame they didn't exist when I got married.


Please check out my latest assignment for Slice.ca: Top 10 Wedding Apps. 


Making wedding stress a thing of the past one app at a time!


And for more wedding-themed fun, compare your fave wedding movie list with mine.