Are you excited about the return of the Muppets? If so, you might be a 30- or 40-something with small children. We're told a good bit of nostalgia is going into the new movie "The Muppets" which is filming in Los Angeles. The plot involves all of the characters living in different parts of the world. But, as the story goes, they'll need to get back together to save their old television show. Here are some pictures from the set. 
What do you think? Are you planning to take your kids to see it? Or maybe just yourself?
Photos courtesy of OnLocationVacations
Behind The Scenes of "The Muppets"
Crystal Renn in Harper's Bazaar
Here are two striking new pictures of the ever-gorgeous Crystal Renn from the December 2010 issue of Harper's Bazaar. But a lot of people feel she's lost too much weight recently. What do you think? Should we even care?
Well... what do you think?
Halloween: A Treat or A Trick?
Here's my question for parents: Does anyone go trick-or-treating anymore? I've been asking around our area and it seems trick-or-treating is less popular than ever. Participation in local neighborhoods seems to be spotty at best. But that's where we live. What are things like in your area? If your children aren't going trick-or-treating, will they be doing celebrating Halloween another way? I would love to know what you all are doing!
picture courtesy of Syracuse.com
Sesame Street Sings "I Love My Hair!"
Like lots of parents these days, we stress the importance of self-esteem and self-love in our home. So, of course we love the new Sesame Street song aimed at teaching children to love their hair. If you haven't heard the song yet, now is your chance. The entire YouTube video is posted below. Once you've heard it, tell me what you think!
Hot New Dresses from Anna Scholz
I'm really blown away by the new Anna Scholz dresses for Fall and Winter. (That's just based on style since I haven't actually nabbed one in real life.) If you haven't been to the website, there are a number of silhouettes available. But my personal favorite is the print jersey dress in key print. Here's a look at that one and a few others: 
So what do you think? Should I try out one of these? If you have any experience with Anna Scholz dresses, please let me know!
Music Monday: Etta James
Etta James
"At Last"
This was the song we used for the "first dance" at my wedding. :)
My Experience with Dannon Activia
I'm at the end of the Dannon Activia challenge and here's what I've found:
Overall this was a very positive experience. I really like that Activia doesn't taste weird and is basically a good yogurt with extra good stuff added in. I'm glad that I've found an easy way to fit more calcium in my diet without having to guzzle milk.
The kicker is that I've lost two pounds since the start of the challenge, but I think that's down to eating yogurt for breakfast instead of pastries or other unhealthy things. That's one reason why I'm going to continue having it every morning. Here is a picture I snapped just a few minutes ago here at work:
Don't forget that you can get your own coupons for Activia at the website or by clicking below.
The Raucus Return of My Chemical Romance
Say what you want about this band (I happen to like their brand of post-punk-pop) but no one knows how to drum up publicity better. My Chemical Romance has just wrapped up its fourth studio album called "Danger Days: The True Lives of the Fabulous Killjoys", which is expected to be released in late November. After years of flying the banner for The Black Parade - their dark and highly acclaimed third album - they're back with an outrageous pop of color in a new trailer called "Art is the Weapon" promoting Killjoys. It features the song "Na Na Na", which is widely believed to be queued up as the first single from the new album. Judging from the tremendous online response from fans, this could be the start of something huge and strange.
Dannon Activia 14-Day Challenge
For months now I've been looking for healthy ways to get more calcium into my family's diet and to keep our digestion on track. So when I got some coupons that could be used for free servings of Dannon Activia, which contains a special culture that could help with digestion, it seemed like fate. I've decided to take this opportunity to participate in Activia's 14-Day Challenge to find out if incorporating this yogurt into my daily diet will boost my nutrition and help me to feel better. I'll be keeping all of you posted! In the meantime, you can find out get your own Activia coupons (yay!) by clicking below. 
Friend Friday: Fall Fashion
Today we're starting a new getting-to-know-you series called Friend Friday, which is run by Katy over at ModlyChic. Katy sends out personal questions each week and several of us answer them. It's a good way to reveal little things about ourselves and find out things about each other at the same time. I've been wanting to join the Friend Friday posts for weeks now, but couldn't seem to find a good point to jump in. (Blogging can be that way sometimes, kind of like double-dutch.) Anyway, today's topic is Fall Fashion. Jump!
1. What new fashion trend are you looking forward to sporting this fall?
I'm really excited about wearing vintage dresses and boots. But I'm sure I'll continue dabbling in the military styles, too. Love that stuff!
2. Which item in your closet is most likely to be your go-to transition piece?
I've already started reaching for my blue/grey Evans jacket my (army? olive?) green utility jacket as I head out the door, so I think light jackets will be my staples for the next few months.
3. What item from last year are you looking forward to reinventing this fall?
I'm eager to take out my jumpers and see if they'll work under jackets and blazers.
4. What is your favorite part about this time of the year?
Fall is my favorite season, so I enjoy the weather this time of the year. Fashion-wise, I love being able to layer clothing and experiment with heavier textures.
5. Will you be attending any fashion events this fall?
I don't know for sure yet. But I hope so!
Image by Thomas Blackshear
Incognito Featuring Ursula Rucker in "Gotta"
Incognito’s latest album Transatlantic R.P.M. (released this Summer) features this smooth cut “Gotta” with singer Ursula Rucker. The album also taps other
collaborators including Chaka Khan, Mario Biondi, Eric Benet, Stuart Zender, and Maysa. Enjoy!
The Big Eggs Recall
So, basically, if you have eggs in your fridge right now you might need to think about chucking them. Or at least I would, until federal regulators figure out what's happening. That's because the recall has grown since it was announced last week.
So far hundreds of people have been sickened by an outbreak of salmonella on egg shells. The egg brands affected by the recall include: Lucerne, Albertson, Mountain Dairy, Ralph’s, Boomsma’s, Sunshine, Hillandale, Trafficanda, Farm Fresh, Shoreland, Lund, Dutch Farms, and Kemps.
Here's how to check your carton to find out if your eggs are part of the recall.
JMS Review & Giveaway
This is a sponsored review from BlogHer and Just My Size Sportswear apparel.
As we’ve discussed before, sportswear is one area of my wardrobe that is sorely lacking. Fortunately, this week I had a chance to try some sportswear offerings from Just My Size. I picked up some of the newest items from my local Wal-Mart and had a great time doing it.
I found the entire line of sportswear to be ultra affordable. The tops, leggings and shorts were very soft and size-friendly, with lots of vibrant colors. I was surprised to see that many of the pieces featured details like ruching, ruffles and even studs. I snagged a little of everything. Here are some of the outfits I’ve put together so far:
There was also something else that was a little unexpected. Jeans! Raise your hand if you already knew JMS made kick-arse jeans with tummy control. Well, I didn’t know until I saw them this week and I’m very pleased with my pair. So cute! (Please forgive the fuzzy blogger-on-her-day-job pics.)
Alright, enough about me. You have a chance to win a $500 Wal-Mart gift card so you can go on your own Just My Size shopping spree.
{CONTEST CLOSED & WINNER CHOSEN!}
