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the coolest cake ever.

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Can you believe it?

…and the best part?

MY AUNT MADE THIS!

She’s so incredibly talented. When I was a kid, she painted and sketched. Throughout my entire life, she’s always had a camera in one hand, the person in the family who manages to wrangle everyone with ease, so that she can take no less than five pictures to capture what she feels will be a moment we’ll want to remember some day. She’s always thinking of others like that. And I love her. And her amazing cake.

sandy.

ps: just got an email from a reader – yes, the entire thing is edible! isn’t that cool? the computer, briefcase, calculator, coffee mug, iphone & donut…takes “life is delicious” to a new level.

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academy awards at the revue.

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I’ve mentioned the Revue before, but I can’t help it. I love it. It was built around the same time my house was, just over 100 years go, and is one of the early markers of the neighborhood. A century later, it continues to have a certain distinction and hold a certain esteem with the people who know its story.

Anyway, if you’re into the Oscars and think watching it on the big screen would be up your alley, the Revue Cinema will be broadcasting it live on February 26 at 7 p.m.. Sounds like a good night waiting to happen if you ask me: popcorn smell, retro theater surroundings and movie geeks all in one room, in harmony.

So sweet.

 

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fitness truths: love your own ass.

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Your ass will never be perfect.

I’m amazed at how many body parts are on Pinterest these days – body parts – with captions like “I wish I had an ass like this”. Not just pillows or cashmere throws or photos of homes that we can’t afford but wish we could… lush, round bottoms are also a hot ticket item on women’s minds, apparently.

I found this image above on a couple of boards and was like, “Really?”

It’s a gorgeous ass, don’t get me wrong, but, after a few years as a fitness journalist, I have to break the news to you, ladies: genetics gives you an ass like this, not exercise.

Yes, you can lift and tone and tighten your bum to look rounder and fuller, not doubt, but unless you’re born with it, you just won’t get it.

If that makes you sad, I think, maybe, you should ask yourself, “Am I prepared to squat and lunge until I barf, so that I can even come close to having an ass like that?” Because, seriously, that’s what it takes…and, even then, no guarantees.

I’m not judging or trying to make you upset (if you are feeling this way), but it’s a question I’m asked often: how can I change my body? And lately, I’ve started saying, “girl, change your attitude first – the body will follow”.

 

sandy.

 

 

 

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