I feel like I start out every blog with "Sorry I haven't written in so long....." This blog is no exception. Sorry!
So many things going on......the Holiday season has officially started. The malls are PACKED, the e-vites are coming, we can't escape it. The good news is....on Wednesday we'll be making a BIG announcement about a special Christmas show we're having mid-December. Super stoked!
Did you happen to see Saturday Night Live this weekend? Justin Timberlake was HILARIOUS. Click HERE to see a really funny video of him performing as a back-up dancer with Beyonce.
Must not be a lot of fun if you're Madonna's kid. Did you see theLIST of things Guy Richie has to adhere to, regarding their kids? They're not allowed to watch TV or DVDs, they have to only drink Kabbalah water, eat organically, etc. So, my question for you is...what things are off-limits for your kids in your house?
Have you even gotten to meet someone you admired or looked up to? This weekend, I'm going to Carnegie Hall in New York to meet a band I have loved for years. (I Muvrini- of Corsica) I can't even tell you how excited I am. A couple months ago, I made a youtube video reaching out to them, speaking in French (which I learned just for the video) and sent it to them. All I wanted to do was meet them in person, and thank them for what they do. Well, it's happening. I am so glad I put myself out there, despite how scared I was to even go through with it.
Okay, gotta run, but, as promised, here's my mom's recipe for the MOSTDELICIOUS COOKIES YOU'LL EVER EAT:
Pumpkin Chocolate Chip Cookies (serves 20)
2 cups flour
1 cup quick or old-fashioned oats, uncooked
1 tsp. baking soda
1 tsp. ground cinnamon
1/2 tsp. salt
1 cup butter or margarine, softened
1 cup firmly packed brown sugar
1 cup granulated sugar
1 egg, slightly beaten
1 tsp. vanilla
1 cup Libby's Solid Pack Pumpkin
1 cup semi-sweet chocolate morsels
assorted icing, peanut butter, candies,
raisins or nuts
Preheat oven to 350. Combine flour, oats, baking soda, cinnamon and salt. Cream butter; gradually addsugars, beating until light and fluffy. Add egg and vanilla; mix well. Alternate additions of dry ingredients and pumpkin, mixing well after each addition. Stir in morsels. For each cookie, drop 1/4 cup dough onto lightly greased cookie sheet; spread into pumpkin shape, using a thin spatula. Add a bit more dough to form stem. Bake 20 to 25 minutes, until cookies are firm and lightly browned. Remove from cookie sheets; cool on racks. Decorate, using icing or peanut butter to affix assorted candies,raisins or nuts.
Variation: substitute 1 cup raisins for morsels.
Notes: I don't bother making cookies into pumpkin shapes; just flatten dough into rounds using bottom of glass dipped in sugar. Enjoy! These cookies are the BOMB!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Embarassing Moment, and PUPPIES! (10.29.08)
How embarassing!I was in the elevator this morning, and two gentlemen were in there with me. " Are you guys winners?" I asked. "No- he's one of the Sharks." One said. They both laughed, so I couldn't tell if they were joking or not. And....I know NOTHING about hockey, so I wouldn't have known any better. Well, it turned out to be Devin Setoguchi, who was coming to play guitar and chat with Bill and Marla. GOOD LORD. Why does this always happen to me? Oh well. At least I was aware they won last night, and congratulated him. (???)
PUPPIES!!!!!!!!!! I asked, you delivered. Thank you so much for your following pet costume pics!
Thank you Rain, who just sent me this picture of her miniature weinerdog "Peanut."
Thank you Rhiannon, who sent me a picture of her 4 WEINERDOGS!!!! Emmie Lou is the oldest, in the skeleton costume. Then there's Minnie Pearl (as She Devil) and Chloe Ann (Lobster) who are one year old sisters. Lastly, Tillie Mae (the youngest, at 6 months) is the Dragon.
And, thank you Kealanie for this ADORABLE picture of her puppy, Tiny!
Thank you so much!! If you have a pet costume pic, send it in! Sandy@kezr.com.
Wine, anyone? Our private show with Colbie Caillat and Sarah McLachlan in Napa is fast approaching....make sure you've already entered via the Mix All Access Club..... :o)
And, if you need a laugh, here is a link to my EXOTIC EROTIC BALL photos from Saturday night. I was there doing on-camera interviews. (The photos are technically "work safe" but still a smidgen racey. Look with caution) Photography credit: Keith B. Dixon. www.KeithBDixon.com
TTYL,
Weekend Wrap-Up, and Cute Pets. (10.27.08)
So.....anything exciting happen this weekend? I, for the second year in a row, did on-camera interviews at the Exotic Erotic Ball. Most of the stuff I saw I can't even talk about on-air. But, I did meet a tranny who was prettier than I was, and a man who painted portraits....with his genetalia. (He did NOT get an on-camera interview) I don't have the video footage yet, but if you want to see a clip of last year's interviews, click HERE!
Many thanks to Mix listener Michelle, who sent in this cute pic of her dog Jakey as "Super Dog." If you have a cute picture of your pet in a Halloween Costume, send it in! (Bonus points for weinerdogs!!) Sandy@kezr.com
Curious to see what Cindy Crawford looks like dressed as Amy Winehouse? She just went to Kate Hudson's Halloween party over the weekend- you can see the pics HERE! (btw, thanks to Mix listeners Rosemarie and Stefanie who sent me this link!)
That's all for now.....more soon. Promise. :o)
Love,
My Marathon is Done, and YAY for the Weekend! (10.24.08)
First and foremost, happy Friday!
So.......the moment has finally come. Actually, it passed. The 2008 NIke Women's Marathon was on Sunday, and I ACTUALLY finished it! (Trust me- not by much.) If you'd like to read about my experience, I wrote a blog about it HERE.
Thank you to all the Mix Listeners who've called and written saying "congratulations".....it really means a lot to me.
Proof I finished!
Halloween is a week away! What are your plans? I honestly have ZERO going on, at the moment. However I was at the drugstore last night and saw the most ADORABLE PET COSTUMES! So if you have a sec, send me your Halloween pet pics! I'd love to post them. (Bonus points if you have a weinerdog....I have a weakness for those little guys.) Sandy@kezr.com
We've been talking about the exciting "Mix Girlfriend Getaway" in Napa with Colbie Caillat and Sarah Mclachlan....the ONLY way you can win is by being a member of the Mix All Access Club. So sign up! It takes less than a minute. (on our homepage.)
Alright, and since it's a Friday, I looooove leaving you with a funny video, so here ya go: the most recent Sarah Palin-John-McCain-President Bush spoof from SNL. (Seriously. They did this yesterday and Will Ferrell stopped by!) Have a great weekend!!
A Funny Thing Happened on the way to the Breakroom....(10.15.08)
Holy crap- I'm so glad I waited to write this blog till later today, because I just witnessed theFUNNIEST thing in our breakroom!
Our breakroom fridgehas been overstuffed for MONTHS. There literally isn't even an inch of free space to put a can of soda....IT'S BAD. One of our shelves even broke! So, today, the receptionist HAD IT. And during her lunch break, she bravely cleaned out the whole thing. (with another co-worker) It- hands down- was the FUNNIEST thing I've ever seen.
"OMG! This one has FUR on it!" they said, holding on to a bag that was half meat, half mold. Their faces were a combination of hatred, disgust, and obvious fear. I don't blame them- they were bare-handed! Either way, THANK YOU Serena and Jenn, you brave souls, you. :o)
TEAM IN TRAINING: Holy crap. The marathon is THIS SUNDAY. Can you believe it??? I'm kind of nervous about it. I know I've trained since June, but I've been sick for the last 3 weeks, so I haven't worked out a lot. Either way, on Sunday, I'll be running 26.2 miles. Yikes!! BTW, thank you so, so much if you donated to the Leukemia and Lymphoma Society through my fundraising goal....your money is going to an amazing cause. INFOMERCIALS:Okay, I just bought "Malibu Pilates" from a Guthy-Renker infomerical. I can't believe I did that. I haven't bought anything from TV since I bought Proactiv over 9 years ago! I feel so lame. So, I need to know I'm not alone. What have YOU bought in a moment of weakness on an infomercial? Inquiring minds want to know!
We are all about MEET-N-GREETS! If you got the "Mix All Access Newsletter" in your e-mail today, you know you have a chance to meet the following peeps: Matt Nathanson, Sarah McLachlan, Colbie Callait, and Jason Mraz! Just enter the next time you log into your "My Mix" page.
Alright, that's it for now....I'll write more soon. Promise!
Kisses,
THANK YOU, THANK YOU, THANK YOU! (09.22.08)
Just in case the title wasn't obvious enough.....THANK YOU! Thanks to you, my friends and family, I have now acheived my goal of raising $2,500 for the Leukemia & Lmphoma Society through Team in Training. This is a wonderful cause that helps people living with blood cancers through assistance, research, and financial support. You can still donate! Click HERE to view my donation page. Every dollar counts- seriously. Now.....the marathon. YIKES!
NEED PAMPERING? Of course you do! We have an amazing package from InSpa created just for you....including a Paraffin Signature Pedicure and Manicure, Signature Facial, and 1 hour Signature Massage. Sound nice? Just click on the link above (on top of my blog) to qualify. We will be choosing 1 online winner every day, this week. We'll call you if you win. :o) Click here to sign into the All Access Club to register to win!
Matt Nathanson is hot. I mean, Matt Nathanson is going to be here on Wednesday! Keep listening on-air for your chance to grab a 4-pack of invites to our private, after-work Mixer at Bella-Mia with Matt Nathanson!
And here it is....the entire Mix airstaff at the Flashback Formal on Friday night at Santana Row. (L-R: Laurie Free, Me, Bill Kelly, Marla Davies, and Kirk.) If you want to see more pics, click HERE.
How BAD do you want it? (09.19.08)
LAST CHANCE FOR FLASHBACK FORMAL TICKETS! Okay, here's the deal. I have one last 4 pack of invitations to go to our Flashback Formal TONIGHT at Hotel Valencia in Santana Row. So, from now unitl NOON today, I am taking e-mail submissions ONLY. All you have to do is tell me how BAD you want it! More importantly, WHY do you want it so badly? Did you miss out on your prom? Do you just loooove the 80's? Have you had a hard week? E-mail me and let me know: Sandy@kezr.com I will choose 1 WINNER and announce their lucky name at NOON today. (just shortly after) GOOD LUCK!!!!!!!
And of course, we'll STILL have 4-packs of tickets to see Matt Nathanson next Wednesday at our private, after-work Mixer at Bella Mia, downtown San Jose. :o)
GOT E-JUNK? Stop by the E-Waste Recycling Fundraiser at Sobrato High School (parking lot), THIS SATURDAY (Sept. 20th) from 9am-1pm. Details:
Ann Sobrato High School
401 Burnett Ave.
Morgan Hill, Ca. 95037
(408) 201-6200
And, because it's Friday, I'm leaving you with a mildly-innapropriate, but really, really funny, youtube video called "Chunky Pam." Enjoy!
Omg, Omg, Omg! (09.17.08)
Okay, remember the "Snoopy Auction Video" I posted in my last blog? It was a Youtube video I made in hopes of raising more money for my Team in Training fundraising minimum. Well, something SO COOL just happened! Two lovely ladies, Nina and Annee, who work for the Charles Schultz Museum in Santa Rosa ,saw the video and donated $500! They actually came to my house yesterday and "bought" half of the stuff I was trying to sell. Ladies, if you're reading this....THANK YOU! In otherTeam in Training news.....our marathon is in a MONTH! Yikes. October 19th in San Francisco. We have one more big run next Saturday, the 27th. A 20-miler. Yes, this is a TRAINING RUN. WTF???? My ankles and knees have been exceptionally weak lately. They'd better get better QUICK.
You know what else annoys me? I'm fitting my clothes way better, but not losing any weight. So, I'm trying to figure out what will work best after my marathon. What is good for "thinning" out? I'm going to count calories, but as far as working out, do you think pilates and weight training would work?
I'm sorry I'm so horrible with blogging. Ever have those days where you find time to do anything else, except the thing you're supposed to do? Ooops.....
THIS FRIDAY is our Flashback Formal at Hotel Valencia in Santana Row! Complete with 80's cover band "Fast Times." Since you're already here reading this, I'm curious: what was a fashion faux-pas you were TOTALLY guilty of in the 80's? I love, love, LOVED my crimper. My crimper, jellies, and leggings. How embarrassing!
Also.....next Wednesday is our after-work Mixer with MATT NATHANSON! He's way cool, way talented, and way funny. Plus, he's hot. Have you ever seen him perform? If so, DO TELL! Sandy@Kezr.com Keep listening for your 4 pack of invites to the show next Wednesday at Bella Mia in downtown San Jose.
Alright....before I go, I promised you I'd post this earlier this week. Better late than never!
Love,
Sandy
I Swear I'm Not Crazy
Hello dear friend!
It's hard to believe summer is almost over! I can't believe we're already in the last week of August. If I followed my directions from the beginning of the year, I'd be down about 28 pounds by now. Oops.....Have you taken at least one vacation? I certainly hope so. I was in Chicago last weekend and didn't even have time for any deep dish pizza! WTF!
Luckily, all week long between 10am-3pm, we're helping you slim down with Simply Beautiful Body Wraps! Just listen for your que to call in and win one. They're awesome!
TEAM IN TRAINING UPDATE! Okay.....it's officially LESS than 2 months from the Nike Women's Marathon. Since I'm only 1/2 way to my fundraising goal of $2,500, I've decided to do something CRAZY and auction off all of my childhood Snoopy memorabilia. So, if you're a Snoopy fan, or know someone who is, please forward this video to them! The actual link is HERE.
Mark your calander for next Thursday, September 4th....it's Metro's Music in the Park featuring the Last Goodnight! We hope to see you out there. :o)
Sandy
It's Still Summer....Right? (07.20.08)
So, yesterday my co-worker showed me pictures from her Capitola birthday weekend, and I was so jealous! There they were....a group of 10 of them, bathing-suits, beer and all. Of course, I was invited to this, but couldn't go because I was in Monterey all weekend...where I ALSO didn't end up going to the beach.
Why am I taking my anger out on you? You are just an innocent reader. Sorry.
Okay, now that that's out of the way.....be sure to be listening this week for a body wrap from SIMPLY BEAUTIFUL! Yes, you hear me talking about these all the time. They work, they're refreshing, and I love them. I'm even going back next week TWICE! We also have tix to Gilroy Garden's Summer Safari as well.
Team in Training update: Well, I'm officially half-way to my fundraising goal of $2,500! That's exciting. We have another big run coming up soon......14 miles. YIKES! That's longer than I've ever run in my entire life. But I will do it. BTW, there is another kick off meeting this Saturday morning! This is where you can go, ask questions, and just get a general "feel" for what Team in Training is all about. Check it out! I'll be there.
Okay, two videos you need to check out before surfing on Ebay:
1) Here is footage from the 5.8 Earthquake in Southern California yesterday DURING a Judge Judy taping,
2) I can not STOP watching this video. Yes, it's cheesy. But it pulls at my heart strings. I like that! It's about a lion that was reunited with it's owners after a year of "living in the wild." The owners were told the lion would never remember them.....what happened was absolutely incredible:
It's a Good Day. (7.24.08)
Helllllllo dear Reader, Listener, Stalker. :o)
Working out before work is a good idea. It's not easy, but it always starts the day off right. Today I ran with Sue and Caroline from Team & Training around 6:30am. That means I got up at 5:45! Good Lord. But 4.5 miles later, I felt rejuvinated and happy to get it over with. I only had one cup of green tea today and I'm still awake!
Tonight's the big show....Metro's Music in the Park with Vanessa Carlton! Show starts at 5:30pm in Plaza de Cesear Chavez. Hope to see you there! Be sure to check the website tommorow for photos!
If you're going to the John Mayer/Colbie Callait concert on Saturday at Shoreline, have a GREAT time! I'm bummed I can't go, but when a nice hotel by the beach calls.....you can't say no. Wish I didn't have a 12 mile run this weekend! UGH. Oh well, it's mani/pedi/massage time when I get back, that's for sure. Hope the Colbie Callait mixer at the Tied House in Mtn. View is fun too! Check the website Monday for pics.
Before I go, you MUST check this out sometime over the weekend. SUPER funny- especially if you're victim to any of the multiple social networking sites out there. :o)
Have a great weekend!
35 Years From Now...I Hope to Look like THIS. (07.21.08)
Correction: I would love to look like this NOW:
Behold British Actress Helen Mirren, looking smoking hot while vacationing in Italy last week. Did I mention she's 62?!? Amazing.
Talk about embarrassing......I had an *interesting* experience this weekend. Two, actually. The first was Friday night, when I was so tipsy at my friend's Bachelorette Party in Santana Row that I straight up started feeding some waiter dessert. IN THE KITCHEN. Yes, I walked into the kitchen and started hand-feeding him carrot cake. I NEVER share my cake. And he wasn't even my waiter! How embarrassing. The second was when I was on a date on Saturday (me? date?) and my date tried to use the stamps we got at one club to get us into another. The door-guy quickly caught onto this and said, "These aren't our stamps. Get the hell out of here!" He totally yelled at us. I felt SO BAD. Like we were criminal, or people you'd see on Kron 4's "People Behaving Badly." In fact, I still feel a smidgen guilty when I think about it! Either way, I would *LOVE* to hear your embarrassing date stories. Send 'em in! sandy@kezr.com I'll use a fake name if you want me to!
If you're looking for something fun to do this week, stop by downtown San Jose's Music in the Park thisThursday! It's at Plaza de Cesar Chavez and starts at 5:30pm. We're hosting the show, it's free, and it's featuring Vanessa Carlton! She's going to stop by our studios before the show for a special meet-n-greet....make sure you're a Mix All-Access Club Member to get in on the action!
TEAM IN TRAINING UPDATE: Well, after a 9 day haitus of being sick and on vacation, I finally worked out again tonight. I'm scared to get back on track but I know it's necessary. And, as everyone on Team in Training will tell you, "Hey- it's not cancer." I have a 14 mile run this weekend at Waddell Creek in Santa Cruz. We've got some 16, 18, and 20 milers coming up too. BTW, I'm almost half-way to my fundraising goal of $2,500! PLEASE help me out, even if it's just 5 or 10 bucks. It really adds up, and it makes a big, big difference to anyone who's been diagnosed with cancer. (I'm specifically working with the Leukemia Lymphoma Society.)
Okay, I've yammered enough. But before I go, I have to share this HILARIOUS Face Book parody I found on Youtube. It combines Facebook and EHarmony. Just priceless! Enjoy!
Do I Still Work Here? (7.18.08)
Hello, dear friend!
Happy Friday! It is Friday, right?
I only ask b/c this is my first day back after 3 days of being "sick." Meaning, "conjunctivitis." Meaning, Pink eye. Meaning.....WTF?? Anyway, it's gone now, but between the sick days and my vacation, I pretty much feel like I haven't been at work in 2 weeks. I can't lie....I kind of liked it. I walked in today and said to myself, "Do I still work here?" It felt foreign and a smidgen guilty.
So, since you're in weekend mode, I won't bother you with anything else, except to remind you that our big show with Vaness Carlton is next week! Thursday, July 24th, 5:30pm in Plaza De Cesear Chavez for Metro's "Music in the Park." FREE SHOW! We're hosting it, so stop by! If you're a Mix All-Access Club Member, you automatically have a chance to meet her before the show. :o)
Next week.....Movie tix on Monday, 4-packs to our Colbie Calliat Mixer on the 26th, and tickets to Sheryl Crow! Damn!!
Have a fantastic weekend. If you're one of the lucky ones to go to Napa to see Jason Mraz, have a GREAT time! Tell him I love his "chocomole" recipe. And I want to make out with him.
Love,
Sandy
It's Hot, and I'm OUT! (7.10.08)
Good LORD- it's been so hot this week. Do you have air conditioning at home? I don't, and let me tell you: it BLOWS. The only thing worse than being hot and sweaty during the day is tossing and turning in your 90-degree bedroom at night. Ugh!
At least tommorow's Friday. :o)
BTW, I will be out of town Fri-Sunday. I'm SOOOOOO excited! Once a year I go to this little hippy resort near Calistoga, where there's no phones, internet, tv, etc. Just you, nature, and healthy hippy food. I also plan to go to River Rock Casino on the way home. Hey- gotta get back into the civilian swing-o-things somehow. :o)
Team in Training update: Well, aside from the fact I'm going to miss a long run this Saturday, and am running 8 miles tonight to "make up for it," I'm okay. I'm still stressed about it, honestly. Stressed I won't raise enough money, stressed I won't be fit enough the day of the marathon, stressed I can't make it to all the trainings....stressed my knees will give out.....but I just have to take a breath and remember why I'm doing this. BTW, if you have a few bucks to spare....I'm almost half-way to my fundraising goal! Just look under my picture on this page to make a donation.
Next week.....we've got some gooooood stuff for you! Tickets to the Wedding Faire at the Santa Clara Convention Center July 19-20, "Play Hooky" tickets to see The Dark Knight on the 18th, and invitations to see Colbie Caillat at our private Mixer!!
Could I have used any uglier colors above? I don't think so.
Have a lovely weekend.
Peace OUT,
Sandy
Happy "I'm Eating Like Crap and Don't Even Care!" Weekend! (7.03.08)
I mean.....happy 4th of July!
It's been forever since I've written. I'm sorry. Two reasons, though. One, I haven't felt inspired at all. I just haven't. Everyone goes through periods like that. And two, I've been super, super busy. Blogging has been the least of my worries. (much to my boss's dismay). So, I apologize and promise to be more diligent in the future. The "future" meaning after this weekend. :o)
I can't believe it's July. Do you have any trips coming up? A listener told me the other day she was taking a 2-week cruise to Mexico. My first thought was, "2 WHOLE weeks?" Is that even legal anymore?
So, how's the whole "health" thing going for you? Are you working out? I must admit...I'm into a month of Team and Training "training" and am feeling much more energetic. Granted, it's a big commitment, but I need to focus on my health. The cause is great too! In fact, I just sent out an e-mail last night about the cause, and I would like to thank the following people for DONATING TO MY FUNDRAISING PAGE!!!
Georgia P.
David P.
Erika J.
Brian J.
Robert A.
Susan A.
Jillian K.
MOM AND DAD!
Okay, let's face it: if I write any more, are you really going to read it? It's too sunny outside to worry about that. So, until the next time, here's a GREAT song that is a perfect, fun, upbeat party song for your 4th of July festivities!
Happy Friday! (6.13.08)
Happy Friday! I know I said it in the headline, but THAT'S how excited I am that it's the weekend.
Since we're probably both not in the mood to work, I've provided a couple cool videos I think you'll enjoy.
Second....have you heard Journey's new front-man? This dude is AMAZING. What's even cooler is that he's from the Philippines, and when he talks he has the cutest little accent! (something you'd never guess if you heard him sing.)
Team in Training:I have to best honest with you....this week kicked my ASS. It was our first week of "training" and let me tell you: my body was NOT ready for it. They say it takes 3 weeks for your body to adjust....I'm hoping the next 2 go by QUICK. And you know what REALLY sucks? I'm heavier. I worked out 5 days this week, burned more calories than I ate, and I'm heavier. What the s*** is that???
On a happy note......next week we're giving away Body Wraps from Simply Beautiful every day! And, on Tuesday, we're broadcasting LIVE from Disneyland!
Have a lovely weekend,
Sandy
P.S. If you're in the Sacramento area this weekend, I'm hosting at the Sacramento Punchline tonight, Saturday and Sunday night. John Heffron from Last Comic Standing is the headliner!
Got Fitness on the Brain.....(6.11.08)
It's June 11th, 2008. If I actually followed through with my diet and weight loss plan I wrote in January, I'd be about 20 pounds lighter by now. Well, that DIDN'T happen. I ran the SF Kaiser 1/2 Marathon in February, and at that point, lost 11 pounds. Then I got lazy, and a little depressed, and back came the weight! So now, I'm starting back on square one. Ever been there?
All we can do is keep moving forward. Which is why, every time I blog, I will have a separate section of my blog dedicated entirely to Team in Training. I'm training for the Nike Women's Marathon in October, and meeting with these wonderful people on a weekly basis. Quite frankly, I'm getting my ass kicked. But as the honorees tell us at our meets, "Hey- at least it's not cancer." (We're raising money for the Leukemia Lymphoma Society.)
ANYWAY.....since fitness is on the brain, so is nutrition. Since I love anything that comes from a bakery (cookies, cakes, blondies, pastries, etc.) I'm wondering if you have any websites you can recommend for Gluten-free products. (wheat-free/dairy-free.) I would REALLY appreciate it! As far as I know it, I'm not gluten-intolerant, but I do think gluten-free products are better for me. Speaking of delicious, here's a recipe for "Chocomole". It's a chocolate-mousse made with guacamole. I got it from Jason Mraz!
Chocomole: (serves 4)
* Mash up 5 ripened avocados
* add 1-2 cups of chopped or blended dates
* 1 soft cup or faw cacao
* 1 easy cup of raw carob powder
* 1 tbsp. vanilla
Add a few long pours of agave nectar to sweeten to liking. Then add half cups of cocoa and keep adding until chocolate taste is right. Careful not to overdo it--if you add too much, it can get bitter.
We STILL have $1000 of free gas per day this week to giveaway! Be sure to be listening in the 9am, 10am, 11am and 12pm hours (top of the hour) for YOUR name to be called so you can win up to a grand in free gas!
I also have family four packs of tickets to Happy Hollow Park and Zoo's Ice Cream Zoofari (June 21st) and pairs ot tickets to California's Great America. All week long!
Okay- I've got to go work out AGAIN. I'm sure when I'm a pants-size down I won't be complaining about it. :o)
With natural sweetener,
Sandy
Best.Quote.Ever. (06.04.08)
I would like to dedicate this blog to my new friend Laura House- a comedian I met at Rooster T. Feathers Comedy Club last Thursday. I was talking to her about things I've been wanting to do, and something she said really struck a chord with me:
"Stop getting in your own way."
So briliant, so true. There are several things in my life I haven't done because I felt I wasn't "ready." Or "good enough." Or..."perfect." I put so much pressure on myself that I ended up not doing it at all. After she said that, I've given myself a break and realized, "Hey- you've got to start somewhere."
This goes hand-in-hand with the Nike Women's Marathon I'll be running in October. 26.2 Miles. What if I can't "run" the whole thing? What if it's just too much? What if I can't raise enough money? I just have to try.
My goal is to raise $2,500 for the Leukemia Lymphoma Society's Team in Training. Will you help me out? I would be SO thankful! Click HERE to donate.
We STILL have George Michael tickets to give away....June 19th at the HP Pavilion! All week long.
And....next week, we're giving away $1,000 of FREE GAS a day. Make sure you are a member of the Mix All Access Club so you can qualify!
In other news.....Looks like it's Obama vs. McCain! I can't WAIT for November. What do you hope will change when we elect our new president?
Chat soon,
Sandy
Sex, Weight, Food, and Stress. (06.02.08)
Man, I felt like a TOTAL girl this weekend.
First off- did you see Sex in the City? I saw it opening night at Santana Row....man, what a spectacle! First- the pre-party, with appetizers and drinks. It was SO cute to see all the ladies go all out....high-heels, silk tank-tops, cute dresses, big jewely, etc.... Especially considering it was FREEZING outside. But we didn't care. We looked pretty, and that's all that mattered. :o)
The movie itself was pretty damn good. I left thinking, "Why is it over so soon?" Granted, I was a *little* bored with parts of it...Jennifer Hudson's character was super dull (to me), some of the Big stuff was predictable, I wanted more from Samantha, etc. But overall, I was happy with it.
The Team in Training official kick-off meeting was on Saturday in Foster City....man, this is going to be SUCH a good experience for me. I'm happy to be part of something greater than me. Something that centers itself around giving, support, and love. It's very humbling. We had a couple guest speakers- both of which have had boughts with cancer- and I cried the whole time. I wish I could stop crying already. But I think it's that little voice in me that says, "It's time to do something good." It's not too late to sign up for an event, btw. You even get a trial period of 8 weeks to decide if you really can or want to do it.
Another reason the Team in Training thing is awesome....it's a GREAT work-out. Lately, I've been obsessed with people who've physically transformed themselves. (significant weight loss) I think I'm doing this because subconsciously I'm ready to change- for good. Not just 5-10 pounds, either. We're talking 40-50. I don't look like I need to lose it, but trust me- I hide it well. Today I'm obessed with THESE transformations on the Oprah website!
In other news.....we've got George Michael tickets all week! The concert is June 19th at the HP Pavilion at San Jose.
And.....make sure you're a member of the Mix All Access Club PRONTO. We'll be giving away $1,000 FREE GAS very, very soon...
Until manana...or Wednesday if I'm lazy.....
Sandy ;o)
Welcome Back! (5.27.08)
So.....how was your Memorial weekend? Do you feel relaxed and rejuvinated? Did you catch up on some things? Or maybe you saw "Indiana Jones and the Kingdom of the Crystal Skull?" My friend saw it and texted me, "Indiana Jones and the Temple of S***." Obviously, he didn't like it. But everyone I've talked to seems to have liked it.
My birthday was yesterday, so Sat-Sun-Mon we went to Reno. "We" meaning my parents, and best friend. WE TOOK A BUS. Remind me to NEVER take a bus to Reno again. (It was a tour package thingy.) Our first driver had a lazy eye, and it was SNOWING on the way up! On the way back there was a huge accident and our driver was CRAZY. Also, since it was raining the entire weekend, my feet were freezing since I only brought sandals. However, I had a great time, with highlights including:
* Midnight ice-cream sundaes at the origianl Mel's Drive-in.
* Gambling, gambling, gambling! (I even played blackjack at the tables. Yikes!)
* AMAZING massage at the Siena Hotel. If you're in Reno, book a treatment there. They have a "serendipity room" with free wine, chocolate, and champage. MMMMMM!
* Having an African American man say, "Wassup Lil Mama, I like your style" when he walked by me. Priceless.
* A hilarious waiter at the Silver Legacy that wrapped my trip up on a witty, joyful note. Hello Bill! :o)
Okay, enough about me!
We've got all KINDS of cool stuff for you this week, including: tickets to our after-work Mixer with Ferras (5/28), tickets to Rooster T. Feathers Comedy Club for "Laugh for Life" (5/29) and tickets to see George Michael on 6/19 at the HP! Sweet!!!!
And, since it's technically Monday (feels like one), here's the latest video from Weezer that is the number one video on Youtube right now. It's called "Pork and Beans" and it features tons of Youtube "classics" from other videos. Check it out!
Have a lovely day.....
Sandy
Happy Memorial Day Weekend!
OMG...3 DAYS IN A ROW. This is so exciting! Do you have any fun plans this weekend? Beach? BBQ? Catching up on all the other things in life? Dare I ask.....sleeping in???
I'm going to Reno for the weekend. On a BUS. And even though it's kind of white trash, I'm excited about it. Plus, it's my birthday. So in addition to gambling and splurging (a little bit!), my friend booked us both a massage at this nice hotel called Siena! When you book a treatment there you're allowed to use all the other things as well...work out room, jacuzzi, wine and cheese room, etc. Can we say STOKED???
I went to my first Team in Training info meeting this week. I have to say....I'm REALLY feeling good about this. I was very hesitant at first. Worried about having the time, raising money, wondering if I could physically do it, etc. But man...these people are SO incredibly warm, humble, and supportive. I did a comedy gig last weekend and met a woman who was also a member of TNT, and she said, "Sandy- you'll be surrounded by good people all the time, because they've all been humbled..." And that's all it took. I'm sure seeing a really CUTE mentor at the meeting didn't hurt either. Man, how am I supposed to concentrate on the cause if there's hot guys everywhere???
But seriously- it's such a great thing to be involved in. Want to join me May 31st in Foster City? It's the big kick-off meeting! Oh, and btw, if you choose to sign up for an event, they give you a 5-8 week period to "try" it out. If you feel you are unable to do it, physically, financially, etc; you have every right to back out, no questions asked. I really liked that. Nobody wants to do anything they feel pressured into.
Sorry to go on and on about all this "good cause" and "fitness" stuff. I guess I'm at a point in my life right now where I realize I'm changing. I am not doing this event (the Nike women's Marathon) because I want to...I'm doing it because I need to. I am ready to make fitness and nutrition a part of my life. I'm ready to take responsibility for what I eat. I'm ready to work it off and work towards my goals. 2008 will be a changing year for me...I can just feel it.
Let's hope I have that same motivation at the buffets this weekend......
And HERE'S what you have to look forward to next week:
* GEORGE MICHAEL TICKETS! (6/19 at the HP Pavilion)
* Four packs of tickets to our afterwork Mixer (5/28) featuring FERRAS!
* Pairs of tickets to "Laugh for Life" comedy show at Rooster T. Feathers! (5/29)
And don't forget....SEX IN THE CITY premieres on Friday!!!! The ONLY way in to our pre-party and screening is by being a member of the Mix All Access Club! (sign up on the homepage.) We'll start picking winners next week!!!!
Love and hugs,
Sandy
Mix Listeners RULE.
Man, yesterday was a FUN day on-air. I asked listeners how to politely let a man know you're not interested in him, if he asks you out via e-mail. I recieved a phone call from "Jack" that sent listeners into HYSTERICS. Listen for yourself! Oh, and THANK YOU for your sweet calls and e-mails. I heart you.
We just started playing the new Rhianna/Maroon 5 song, "If I Never See Your Face Again." It's SUPER sexy. Click HERE to watch the video!
Okay. You need a night out. Without the kids, the co-workers (except the cool ones) ect. So May 29th (Thursday) we are having a SPECIAL COMEDY NIGHT at Rooster T. Feathers in Sunnyvale. I'm hosting and I promise to make fun of things that are South-Bay and dumb co-worker related. It's also a celebration for Team in Training saving lives for 20 YEARS. Wow! So, listen all week long- I've got your tix!
I've also got 4 packs to tix to see the San Jose Earthquakes game THIS Thursday against the Houston Dynamo!
Fill you in tommorow. I'm hosting trivia night at Brittania Arms off Almaden tonight....it's free and starts at 7:30pm. Stop by!
Sandy
P.S. I almost ate an entire bag of chocolate/cranberry/nuts trail mix from Trader Joe's last night. BAD.
Friday Video FUN!
Okay, it's too hot to do anything except surf the web for good Youtube videos. And you're in LUCK! Check out this CREEPY one I found with Pete Doherty and Amy Winehouse. (He just uploaded it today.) It seriously is the most disturbing thing I've seen in a long time. In reality, it's him and Amy playing with newborn animals. What it really feels like though, is an LSD flashback. Yikes!
Crack kills!
Almost as bad is the New Kids on the Block performance on the Today Show today. WOW. I really wanted to get excited about this. I really did. But it was just painful to watch, and listen to. Decide for yourself!
Painful, hah?
Well, I hope you have a FANASTIC weekend. Remember your sunscreen if you're out and about. Seriously. And...Saturday, May 17th, I'm performing in a very special benefit that YOU are invited to! It's a comedy/music/buffet extravaganza at the Cedar House Restaruant in Hollister. (I'm performing for 30 minutes!) My friend Lisa organized it to raise money for Team in Training. Click HERE to read the details, and call the Cedar House to make reservations! (831-636-1094).
Before I go, I would like to take a Mix listeners Survey regarding the new Mariah Carey/Nick Canon nuptials.
What are your thoughts on Mariah Carey's recent wedding announcement?
1) Awesome! I'm happy for her/them.
2) I've giving it 2 years. 5 Max.
3) Who cares?
Alright. You, my dear, have a lovely weekend. Catch up with you on Monday!
Kisses,
Sandy
Bad Angles Killed the Cat.
I'm so annoyed that people are calling Lily Allen "fat." Some pictures have surfaced of her vacationing in the French Riviera topless. (Go Lily!) First of all...when you're in the Riviera, sunbathing topless is what you do. Women don't wear tops, and men wear small, tight speedos. Totally standard. What I'm finding a problem with, though, is how many people are calling Lily Allen "fat" when it's clear she only looks a little chubby in one photo. It was a bad angle. I wish people would just get over it and get used to a woman who actually looks like a WOMAN!
Good Angle:
Bad Angle:
See what I mean?
In other news, it's hot as HELL. Click HERE to view a link of South Bay Cooling Centers open through Friday!
BTW, there's a very special comedy and charity event going on this Saturday in Hollister! And yours truly will be performing! If you'd like to view the evite with all the details, click HERE. If you can make it, call the Cedar House restaurant and make a restaurant and reserve a spot! (831-636-1094) Comedy! Food! Music! Yeeeeah!
And don't forget.....Team in Training will have it's official kick-off meeting May 31st. If you haven't signed up for an event, if you have ANY questions (trust me- I've asked them all. Some of my questions were really shallow, too.) come to an info meeting! Click
