January 2009 Archives

There's no other way to say this.

I miss my mommy.

In the weeks since she died, I've been busy - almost too busy to think about the enormous nature of my loss.

Gentle reminders of her are all around me, whether its in the way my apartment is decorated with family photos (a page right out of my mother's decorating book), or how I deal with my sometimes mischievous cats, which she called her "furry grandchildren."

I miss her so much right now. It has been a difficult few weeks. I really could use her strength right now.

What are you supposed to do without your mother?

I ask myself this question all the time, because the world seems a lot less safe without her around.

I'm struggling with this weight loss thing, too. She was my biggest cheerleader when I had battles with my weight.

When I felt down about it, like I do now, she would help me put in perspective, and encourage me not to give up.

I'm the heaviest I've ever been in my life.

I know it's unhealthy, and I want to lose weight.

I don't know if I can.

I need some help. I'm just not sure where to look now.

I feel like I've tried everything.

Mom, I wish you were here. I need you.

Britney Spears may be new and improved, but she's still scantly clad.

In her new photos at www.britneyspears.com, she shows lots of skin as she practices for her upcoming tour for the album, "Circus," which isn't as bad as the title implies.

Her dad is still running things, and keeping her out of trouble. She hasn't been in the tabs behaving badly in months and months, so I think that means he is doing a good job.

I listened to some of her dance songs, and they are actually kind of catchy. I'm a big fan of the comeback, so I am eager to see how this works out for her.

In other news, the tabloids are saying that K-Fed has a girlfriend.

He needs a job.

No, wait, he doesn't have to have one. He's got Brit-Brit's money to keep him warm and fed.

Tell me, is there really a "bad" french fry?

By nature, french fries are some of the yummiest things on the planet that are horrible for us.

Have you ever had french fries so good that you want to thank the man/woman who created this fried batch of culinary goodness?

I know I have. If my waistline is the judge - probably more than once.

Anywho, I found this story on french fries, and the ones with the most fat, calories, etc.

I was shocked by some of it, and not so much shocked by other parts.

Are your favorite fries on this list?

You really should check.

Hold the phone!

Angelina Jolie and Brad Pitt's twins were not kidnapped by aliens who wanted to steal Hollywood's most beautiful spawn.

Despite tabloid rumors, they are alive and well, and with their super-hot, movie-star parents.

The family was filmed recently in Japan.

I bet the paps who got these photos got paid. Photos of the twins are moneymakers.

Last week, many tabs were reporting that the twins had not been seen in public since October, and were starting to speculate on where they were hiding. (Or maybe they were just at home because it is hell trying to navigate with six children under the age of 8, let alone when every pap in the world is trying to get a photo of you, and your kids! I'm surprised that they ever leave the house.)

They are hiding with their parents. Who knew?

The twins are cute, too, and look just like their biological sibling, Shiloh. Here's a gallery with more Pitt-Jolie family photos.

Awwww. . .

Another study has come out saying obesity can be "caught."

The study found that more than 30 percent of the obese adults who participated had a specific virus at some point in their lives.

Those with the virus were more likely to be obese.

So, the study says, you may catch obesity like the common cold, which is also spread by a virus.

Get out the fat disinfectant!

Mystery solved. We know what the ball looks like, and who made it.

Here's the dress she wore for the slew of inauguration (just learned to spell that word this week) balls held to celebrate her husband's swearing in.

Michelle Obama wore a white Jason Wu one-shouldered gown. As usual, some loved it, and others hated it. The First Lady was one of the few who didn't opt for the standard black dress at the formal balls.

She stood out, but was it in a good way?

For the most part, though, Michelle Obama got rave reviews for the dress. She and Barack made a sharp couple, according to most of the fashion Gods.

What do you think?

Are we feeling this dress? I need to hear from you.

And because I just love a good photo slide show, here's one that looks at the best and worst inaugural fashion.

First Lady Michelle Obama wore a dress by Cuban-American designer, Isabel Toledo.

Thanks to my co-worker, Erin, we at "Weighing In" were able to help bring the news of the designer of Michelle's dress to you first.

Big shout out to Erin! (This is where you guys are supposed to be "raising the roof," for Erin.)

The folks who designed the dress and coat were just as surprised as everyone else when Michelle picked their wares.

Very cool.

I like the dress. I'm still on the fence about the gloves and the shoes. What do you guys think?

The next Michelle Obama mystery - what will she wear to the ball?

Oh, wait. . . that was the original mystery. We still don't have the answer to that one.

The big question on the minds of most Americans for the Jan. 20 inauguration will be. . . what dress Michelle Obama will wear for the inaugural ball?

After her less-than-great showing election night, many have been chomping at the bit, wondering what Ms. Obama (That's the new first lady, to you, pal!) will be wearing.

I have to admit, I, too, am a bit curious.

If you'd like to waste a few minutes today thinking about it, you can go to this link and look at some of the dress options.

A black first lady. . . Wow.

I'm in awe.

I am starving!

Anyone else hungry this time of day?

I usually get the urges for some sweets right about now.

I try to reach for something healthy, but. . . that doesn't always happen.

I can't be the only one. What can I do?

Tonight is the first workout in the second week of a 'Biggest Loser' challenge I'm in.

With no more stomach issues, I plan to go.

So, stay tuned, dear readers.

I'll have an update for you after the session.

I have a stomach infeaction which I think is food posioning, so I missed the first "Biggest Loser" night.

Nice.

It has not been pretty. I have been out all week. I hope your lives are going better than mine is right now.

Did anyone watch the Golden Globes last night?

I did not, but that doesn't mean I can't talk about its fashion.

Thanks to the wonderful world of the Internet, I did find these photos from the show.

What did you guys think of J.Lo's outfit?

Also, do you think Brad Pitt dyes his hair? With gray in his beard and other facial hair, is it realistic that he has NO gray hair on his head?

He's still hot, though.

Beyonce had some weird, shell-pattern dress on that seemed to draw all the attention to her hips.

As always, the worst-dressed list had some really special dresses.

Is it just me, or does Renee Zellweger look like one of those creepy, expensive Barbies people collect?

Apparently, there was also a memo that said everyone needed to go with a "sea" theme." That is the only logical explanation for all the mermaid-like dresses.

And the highlights? Here's the best-dressed photos. Interesting enough, both J-Lo and Beyonce both made this list.

Go figure.

I think Melissa George really rocked it in this dress.

You go, girl.

Tonight I get to go meet my "biggest loser" team, and we have our first workout session.

I weighed in on Friday.

It was not pretty.

I'm tipping the scale at 285.

Yes, you read that right. I said 285.

So, it is time. I'm starting the 12-week program tonight.

I'll have more to talk about Tuesday. Stay tuned.

I'm going to do it.

I signed up to be part of a local 12-week "Biggest Loser," competition.

Isn't this exciting?

I've tried Weight Watchers, eDiets.com, Curves, NutriSystem, various crash and home diets.

According to my waistline, those methods were not at all successful.

With this program, I'm hoping there will be no "fat girl in spandex" moments for the world to see, or tears over not being able to have snacks.

I'll be on a team with 10 other fatties, and we will compete against other teams of fatties for prizes, and the ultimate goal - weight loss.

(Whatever - I am fat, and I can call other people fat. Get over it. )

I went to the meeting Monday to learn more about the program.

So many celebrities, so little time.

Brit-Brit's big comeback could be in jeopardy, ya'll!

According to her mother, Britney Spears is suffering from a bit of stage fright.

That could put a real damper on her upcoming tour for her new album, "Circus." (Side note - What a fitting title!)

Brit-Brit's mom, who chats waaaaay too much, told Us Magazine that her daughter lacks the belief in herself that helped her do the hot performances in her former life as a pop star.

"Circus" is doing well on the charts and on iTunes, but the tour is where Britney will really make her money.

Will she overcome?

Will she tour again?

The plot thickens. . . .

Confused about which popular diet works best?

Yeah, me too.

Before we throw in the towel, MSN comes to the rescue. The Web site pulled together this article on the country's top diets.

It sums them up in simple terms, and with the pros and cons of each diet. The list includes information about popular fare such as Jenny Craig, Weight Watchers, the South Beach Diet, etc., and the experts' take on them.

Like most dieters, I've tried more than one of these. I wish I'd had this list BEFORE I spent my money.

Sigh.