We find out Monday who the Top 10 Men of Radio will be for the chance to co-host for a day on Live with Regis and Kelly.  Take a look at my final plea for the chance to co-host for a day with Kelly.
Thanks for choosing to nominate me for Regis and Kelly's Men of Radio Competition.  I hope I get picked so I can tell all of the world what a wonderful city Milwaukee is.  It would be an honor to represent our great city on a national stage.  I have attached links to photos, video and audio that they will ask for in the entry form. Thanks for your support!
Click here to nominate me
Video: http://www.youtube.com/koradio#p/a/u/4/cho1kkHgmK4
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Our friends at Lexus of Brookfield sent over a brand new Lexus RX350 for me to drive around for a couple of days during their Golden Opportunity Sales Event which is going on right now and ends September 7th. I am LOVING this car and all it's cool features. There has NEVER been a better time to buy a Lexus, so go visit Lexus of Brookfield TODAY!
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I just spent the last week on a great vacation in Aruba!  If you're looking for somewhere to go and do NOTHING for 7 days and just RELAX, this is the place for you. It is a very small island in the Caribbean about 17 miles off the coast of South America.  Airtran flies there every Saturday which makes it an easy destination to get to from Milwaukee. I have never felt so rested after a vacation.  I wanted to share some of my pictures from the trip including the beautiful sunsets, white sand beaches, and calming ocean.
When was the last time you took EVERYTHING out of your fridge and gave it a deep clean? I am afraid to admit how long it was for me, but I can tell you how nice it is having a "new" fridge.  I am also afraid to tell you how many expired things of mayo were in there.
After suffering from my first migraine earlier this week, I decided to go in and get an MRI scan.  I wasn't worried I had any major problems, but my friends and family thought it would be a good idea just to make sure everything was "normal" up there.  I told them "You will never find anything normal by looking at my brain."
It was a great experience and the initial scan didn't show any major concerns. For the record, I do have a full brain even though sometimes on the radio it may sound like I am only working with half of one.
Thanks for all your emails and advice on migraines, it's nice to know you're not alone when you lose your vision and get a splitting headache.
Images from: Enhanced Medical Imaging
Don't you feel like the best part of all those home remodeling shows are the before and after shots? They suck you in for a full hour just so you can see how new paint, carpet and lights can make a huge difference. These are some pictures of changes I have been making around my condo. Last year, I sold all my furniture on criagslist without having any new stuff bought. After living without anything but a bed for almost a month, I replaced my couch and chair with a newer more modern look. The carpet was sooooo gross. It was here when I moved in 5 years ago and should have been replaced then. It has brought a fresh and crisp new feel to the condo. I just wish one of those HGTV shows would have done all this, then I wouldn't have had to pay for it.
Yes, I am trying to sell my condo during what forbes.com is calling the WORST time to sell a home in Milwaukee. But, I feel like if someone is trying to buy their first place and grab an extra $8,000 before April 30th, this is the perfect place. It was my first place that the prior owners were getting rid of because it was their first place. It is a GREAT first place.
I am having a blast playing Real Estate Agent and I am trying to use social media as much as possible to get the word out. I hope you enjoy my attempt at making a showcase video of the condo...it's no HGTV.
Here is an update on my progress with the "Ariat Jumping with the Stars" competition which takes place April 18th in Madison. It is ALL for a good cause as we are raising money for American Family Children's Hospital in Madison.  PLEASE support me and a great organization by clicking here and making a donation. THANK YOU!
Have you ever gone to the store for one thing, but left with something else? All I needed was some air in my bike tires and I ended up with at new bike rack on the back of my car.  I guess this means I am committed to A LOT of biking this year so I get my moneys worth.  If you're looking for a bike rack and want to support a local business, click here.
Also, Wisconsin has some great bike paths that you can check out by clicking here.
We have an award winning parks system and I enjoyed our beautiful Grant Park yesterday along with a lot of others.  I love this time of year because it reminds me why I love Wisconsin.
Here is the latest video of me attempting to horse jump. If you want to donate to the "Ariat Jumping with the Stars," you can click here.  You will be helping Children's Hospital in Madison and the celebrity that raises the most money gets an additional $5,000 presented in their name.  Thanks in advance for any donation!
As I told you earlier, I am taking part in the Ariat "Jumping with the Stars" at the Midwest Horse Fair on April 18th in Madison. The video above is from my FIRST lesson. I still have a lot of learning to do in a short amount of time, I need to learn how to JUMP! I'm kind of scared about that. Check out more about the event here and any advice from the pros out there would be greatly appreciated.
I just spent the past five days being sick and stuck on my couch, and here are some things I learned:
1) After watching a "Keeping up with the Kardashian's" marathon, I realized I have more in common with Kim, Kourtney and Khloe than I had thought. They're crazy and obsessed with how they look, just like me. Kidd Kardashian?
2) The lady on QVC between 7p-10p wears way too much self tanner.
3) The Food Network never shows the mess you have to clean up after making your "10 Minute Meals." Add an additional 20 minutes.
4) My24 should be called "The Two and Half Men Network" featuring "That 70's Show."
5) I finally found something more dramatic than me, figure skating.
It's amazing the things you learn while stuck on the couch for five days with a box of Kleenex, hot tea, and a remote control.
I have been sick with some massive head cold for the past 3 days and I am trying everything in the book to beat this thing. This morning I brought a new box of Kleenex (going through about a half a box a day), Emergen-C (I have about 4 a day), some tea and nasal meds, and finally chocolate cup cakes!  I think the cup cakes are going to be the life saver here.
I have been asked to be in the "Ariat's Jumping with The Stars" Sunday April 18th at the Midwest Horse Fair.  I will be judged along with other local Wisconsin celebrities on how well I can ride and jump.  Funny thing is, I haven't been on a horse since I was 10 years old.  Yesterday I had my first lesson and today I am feeling the pain. My inner thighs are KILLING.  I am excited to learn more about this sport (yes I am going to be taking part in a SPORT.) You can learn more about this event here.
3 years ago I quit smoking after being addicted for 10 years.  I listened to a book on tape called "The Easy Way to Stop Smoking" by Allen Carr.  Like anything you HAVE to be ready to do it otherwise it will be a waste of time. I tried to quit smoking a TON of times before it worked.  I will tell you nothing worked as well as this book.  I have 4 other friends that used it as well and it worked for them too.   GOOD LUCK!
Happy Anniversary to ME! Today marks 1 year on twitter for @kiddradio.  Here is how twitter has changed my life:
1) My A-D-D has only gotten worse because of the constant need to click on links.
2) The first thing I do every morning is check my twitter (sounds dirty.)
3) I feel like I am better than other twetters because Perez Hilton twetted back at me.
Thanks to everyone who tweets...it is such a great way to gather information. I LOVE IT! Click here to follow me on twitter.
So I was sitting at home at 8:15PM watching the Olympics when I went to check the status of my delayed flight to LA and what once read 12:39 AM (next day) was now reading 8:55PM... I grabbed 3 shirts (still have no idea which ones) and threw them in a bag and ran, got in the car, drove 55 (60 in some areas), parked in the short term lot ($13 a day), ran some more (almost fainted from running so fast) and quickly got through security (thankfully no one with 4 bags of 8oz liquids was infront of me.) Long story short, I made it to the gate at 8:45PM and I am typing from the air... After tonight I think I should be on the "Amazing Race."Â I can't believe I made it!
A couple weeks ago I told you about my tree problem in the 5th ward. I don't know if things are getting better or worse?  Now I have half a tree on the sidewalk.  Why couldn't they take the entire tree?
Last week Elizabeth and Tony thought it would be funny to pull a prank on me by photoshopping my picture that hangs at Metro Market.  Well, that has all changed now.
Tomorrow is the big day...I will be 30! From what I have heard, life does go on after 29 and I am excited to see what "my 30's" have to offer.
Please send all gifts to our studios: 11800 West Grange Ave. :-)
I will be the big 3-0 on Wednesday and all this week I have been "looking back" on my "younger years!" :-) This is a pic from Homestead High School's Homecoming Dance in 1994. I am the little guy in the middle with the sports jacket on wearing the Snoopy tie. REALLY? A Snoopy tie? What was I thinking?
I have an artificial Christmas tree that takes up all the space in my small overpriced storage closet here in my condo building. But, I have recently become obsessed with my neighbors real Christmas trees that have been hugging the sidewalk curb for over 2 weeks now. The garbage collector comes to our building 3 days a week and refuses to pick up the trees. I have never cared so much about someone else's dead tree as I do for these ones. What gives? Why won't the pick up the trees?
I forgot to mention that I met someone FAMOUS last night. I'm sure you have seen Michelle and her husband on the Food Network many times. She was one of the celebrity judges last night. SUPER COOL! She has three bakeries in Chicago and implied through funny facial expression that she wouldn't be surprised if Milwaukee soon had a Cupcake Bakery.
Some pictures from last night IronCupcake competition. The theme was beer and the Blue Moon Orange ones were last nights winner. I did try the Beer Brat Cupcakes and they tasted just like beer brats. I know...kind of gross, but good at the same time. Watch for my story on the IronCupcake Milwaukee craze this weekend on WISN 12 News This Morning.
BTW Next months challenge is BACON!
I was live at the "Milwaukee Boat Show" this weekend with WISN 12 News This Morning when things didn't go as planned.
Boat show runs through the 24th at the Wisconsin State Fair Expo Center you can get a discount on tickets by clicking here.
I had a blast yesterday at the Grand Opening of the West Bend Pick N Save on Washington St. For two hours I got to pretend (which I always love) that I was a bagger at a grocery store. It was a childhood dream come true! Thanks to the entire crew out there that let me get in the way and do their jobs for a couple of hours. I had a blast! BTW I don't think they will be asking me back to bag again anytime soon...too many complaints I'm sure.
36!!!! The warm up is on the way!
Why is it always when you get new snow tires, pay extra money for an underground parking spot, and buy new boots that the weather changes for the better.  Do I really need to park in a heated garage when it's above freezing?
In a recent interview Simon says he suffers from "black moods" and at times he feels "trapped" by his responsibilities. Is this the reason he is leaving Idol? read more
Note: He is one of the highest paid people in television, just behind the one and only Oprah.
The day before the return of Season 9 of American Idol and Simon Cowell makes it official that he will not return after this season.  What a nice way to build buzz about your show. In years past it was always the rumors of Paula's return or a Simon vs Paula feud, but this year with no Paula it is all on Simon.  Read more
Is this the last season of Idol? Can the show go on with out him? Leave your comments.
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As pretty as a Wisconsin winter snowstorm can be, I can't help but think about where I was last week.  Here are some more pictures from my trip along HWY 1 out west.
This was the look from the plane on Sunday right before landing at Mitchell...I'm sure things will look a lot different after Thursday. Here is what is headed our way:
You know those new songs you can't get enough of? You listen to it over and over on repeat? I have a new one. Train has been producing hits for a long time and they have a new one called "Hey, Soul Sister. " Let me know what you think of it and keep listening for it on the mix! It may cause you to start dancing :-)
What is your New Year's resolution?  I have decided in 2010 I will tweet more than I did in 2009.  It may not be the healthiest resolution since excessive tweeting can lead to not leaving the house, hours upon hours of not speaking, and carpal tunnel.  But I recently found a website that measures the amount of tweets being sent per day, per hour, per month and with the numbers in millions you have to wonder if these twitter people are on to something.  Here is to many more tweets in 2010.  If you want to follow how many tweets have been sent so far today just click here.
If you don't have a twitter account yet, it is easy to set up by clicking here.
You can follow me on twitter (which makes it more fun to tweet) by clicking here
Happy New Year!
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I am currently on a road trip from Los Angeles to San Francisco taking the 1 and 101 North along the Pacific Ocean.  The views have been unbelievable.  I feel like I have taken for granted the beautiful countrywe live in.  I am one of those people that thinks you have to travel halfway across the world to see amazing sites. I am having fun learning you only have to travel halfway across the country.
Why is it whenever you haven't seen friends for a really long time you end up doing things you would never do? Like staying out until bar time and being invited to an after bar. What is that? I haven't been invited or gone to an after bar in at least 5 years. But, when you get in that "we never see each other" mode and you know your on vacation, anything can happen. So, after a late night I spent the entire day on the couch watching "The Hangover" with my hangover. I quickly realized that my night was kind of tame compared to theirs.
I am now on a plane to Los Angeles for the week. I am going to be driving through wine country and ending up in San Francisco where I will be ringing in the new year. I am excited to take a ton of pictures.
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Day one of my winter vacation began with a visit to Sobelmann's for one of the best burgers in town.  I have friends visiting from all over the country and find it funny how excited we get for our burgers here in Milwaukee.  After lunch we headed to the Milwaukee Art Museum to experience the Andy Warhol exhibit. Prior to our visit I only knew him as the Campbell's soup guy. He did a lot more than that and was a very unique character.  His obsessions ranged from Campbell's soup to Mariyln Monroe to Jesus Christ.  The Warhole exhibit is only here until January 3rd.  Find out more about it by clicking here.
As you have heard, a lot of greyhounds need homes and soon. The Dairlyland Greyhound Track in Kenosha will be closed soon and these loving race dogs are looking to go from cage to couch. I have friends that own greyhounds and say that are actually very chill dogs. They like to being at home lounging around. My friend Marla is taking care of the greyhound in the picture above and she said he can sleep for up to 8 hours straight. You have to look at these pictures of some of the available dogs right now in our area. Even if you're not going to adopt, it is worth checking out these cute dogs.
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We all know I don't have much patience when it comes to anything. So,I am thankful have friends that take the time to organize cookie decorating parties from start to finish. All I have to do is show up! This year I helped with a little bit of everything (perfect for my ADD) from rolling out the dough to mixing the frosting with food coloring to decorating. A couple of times I got yelled at for rushing and not putting enough thought into each cookie. I hope you take some time to enjoy this holiday season, it really can be a lot of fun!
Here is a picture of Oliver (the Italian Greyhound who is staying with me for a couple of months) by my Christmas tree this year.  I finally bought a fake tree last year after realizing it was too much work to get big real tree every year.  Oliver seems to like the tree. :-)
What does your Christmas tree say about you?  Check out this article that also looks at what it means if you choose white lights or colored lights. This might be a fun knowledge to have at a holiday party this year.
All of us who live along the lake in Milwaukee seem to have gotten a break from the WINTER STORM '09.  These pictures are from 4am this morning in Downtown Milwaukee.  I didn't see any snow on the ground until I got out to our studios in Hales Corners.  Did you get snow or did you miss it?  I have to say I love how pretty the snow can be this time of year, but I am very very very very happy I didn't have to clean my car off at 3:30 this morning. Happy shoveling!
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I was live at the Milwaukee County Zoo yesterday with WISN 12 News and I got an up close look at the tiger cubs Tula and Nuri which were born in July. If you're planning on checking them out, make sure you save LOTS of time for them. They are so cute and it is impossible to walk away because you never know what adorable thing they might do next. I can see why we hear about crazy people in the news that try to live with animals like these. When you see them in action you will say "I wish I could take them home with me" but we all know that isn't a good idea. Have a great time at our Zoo and remember it is open 365 days a year!
-Photos by Fran McLaughlin
I found this recipe for ham that uses coca-cola and I really want to try it. What else could you mix coca-cola with? I will let you know how the Coke Ham turns out! :-)
Tony is going to a bad sweater party this weekend and I found this article which might help in his search for the perfect sweater. Do you have pictures of a bad sweater party?
Christmas in NYC isn't official until the tree at 30 Rock is lit.  But, this year we may not have a lit tree or hour long sing-a-long special on NBC because the Labor Union that runs NBC broadcasts are threatening to pull out of tonights broadcast if they can't reach a deal with NBC execs. REALLY?  You're going to cancel Christmas on NBC? Don't bring Santa into this.  Wait until after the holiday's.  Why not threaten to pull out from airing an episode of Law and Order?   What do you think? Read more about the battle here
Esquire magazine has put out a new list of the top selling Christmas gifts of all time.   Remember Furbies?  Does anyone still have one?  Check out the full list by clicking here.
Want a free Candy Cane? Who doesn't? Elizabeth and I will be handing out Candy Canes on Candy Cane Lane tonight starting at 6p. Click here for location details.
You can find us at 95th St & Manitoba.
Was on a walk today and noticed this sign. Can you believe this weather? It makes me very happy! Where do you like to go ice skating?
List of some places to skate (once it get cold enough):
Slice of Ice- Red Arrow ParkWhitnall Park
An Associated Press poll shows 52 percent of pet owners plan to buy their animals a holiday gift â up from 43 percent last year.
What will you get your pet? How much will you spend? Do you wrap their gift for them?
This is Oliver looking out the window saying "Let's go play with some other dogs!" So, I took him to the new dog park in Estabrook Park in Shorewood which was beautiful but it only had an area for big dogs. Today on the radio we were taking calls of places that are little dog friendly. I tried to find the one in Tosa today and got lost so we ended up running around the tennis courts of a nearby High School. When I got home I found this list of great dog parks in SE Wisconsin. If you have any ideas of great places to take little dogs, let me know. Anywhere indoors? Leave a comment by clicking here.
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This is Oliver the 10 lb Italian Greyhound who is staying with me.  Elizabeth think he looks like a deer. What do you think? Click here to leave a comment.
We have been talking a lot about WHEN we should start playing Christmas music on the Mix. Get caught up on everything now:
WATCH us on 12 News @ 10 last night by clicking here
LISTEN to us chat about it on air by clicking here
and PLEASE leave YOUR comments by clicking here
I was shopping with friends for a Halloween costume this weekend and I found this little sailor cap in the "kids" section. I was already wearing the black pea coat which helped complete the costume. That hat was $2.99...Can you beat that? How much did you spend on your Halloween costume? Leave a comment by clicking here
I feel like this will be the next TV drama. They will call it "Forgotten."  It will be about "the flight that NO ONE remembers." Oh wait, that is too much like "Lost."
Isn't this crazy and scary? What happened on this flight?  HOW could they go 150 miles without knowing? Why didn't anyone on the flight question what was going on? Why haven't we heard from any of the people on the flight?
I can't wait to see how this drama ends. Maybe we will never know. Much like "Lost."
Leave your comments and thoughts by clicking here.
-When did we stop caring about Lindsey? Has she given us any reason to care about her lately?
-She was recently in NYC for a benefit.
photo: cosmopolitan.com
I had my friend Adam over for dinner Saturday night and we had to kneel up to the kitchen counterto eat. I guess that is what happens when you decided to sell all your furniture online.
I wonder if this could become a new trend? Would you eat a restaurant that had no chairs? I feel like it is just crazy enough.
-Police say they are going to charge the dad with something.
-If you didn't think this family was weird before the flying saucer incident...after watching this video you will really think they're crazy.
I was hanging out on the Wisconsin Fear Grounds yesterday with Ch 12. You can check out the video by clicking here and find out how to save some money when you head out there.  For more scary stuff click here for a link to the Mix Fright Guide.
My obsession with Vinegar is just one of the many things that makes me weird and different; check out what Good Housekeeping had to say about the effectiveness of cleaning with it. Click here
No dirty sweatshirt...now I just need to work on getting my eyes wide open.
-Colbie was played the Pabst Theater last night.
-Check out video of our "Mix after 5 Live" by clicking here.
Got to hangout with SUPER STAR P!nk before her show on Saturday night in Chicago. She was one of the nicest celebrities I have ever met. Why didn't I take off my baggy sweatshirt?
Sheboygan Mayor Bob Ryan CAUGHT ON TAPE saying some pretty bad stuff that you wouldn't want anyone to hear.  You might not want to watch this at work!
Kristin Chenoweth is my new FAVORITE person. Â
She is best known for her long run on the broadway hit "Wicked."
Last night she won an emmy for her role on "Pushing Daisies" and she gave what I think was the cutest speech.  If you missed it you can click here to listen right now.
Alright, if you think you will be able to attend this movie after watching the trailer I want to hear form you.  I don't think I have ever been so freaked out from a trailer.
They are saying this is the scariest thing since "The Blair Witch Project"
One review called it "the most terrifying film of 2009"
Will you go?  I don't think I would ever be able to sleep again.
P!nk was on the Today show when she made this comment about Kanye West, "I just think he's an idiot, he's a waste, he's a tool box."Â Â That says it all!
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After watching the VMA's last night and seeing a pale Rob Pattinson up on stage next to a tan Taylor Lautner I had to question what women see in Rob.  Is he really that HOT? Or is Taylor the hot one?
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I have to admit I have several songs from Kanye West on my I-pod...In fact, I even LOVE some of his songs.  But after what he did last night on the VMA's, it will be hard for me to ever listen to one of his songs again without thinking about what a loser he is.
Also at the VMA's last night, they showed the NEW Twilight trailer you can see it by checking out Elizabeth blog
Of all the things that happened on September 11, 2001 the weather is the one thing I will never forget.  It was a gorgeous day hear in Milwaukee with blue skies and sunshine. The day seemed perfect. I will never forget that.
I have been combing my condo for the past 2 days looking for a software program. I have emptied every drawer, went through every CD I own, and even looked under my bed (scary.) I was having no luck and ready to go to the Mac Store to buy a c0mpletly new program. Then I decided to look in one more place, the file cabinet where I have a specific folder labeled "Computer Discs." What a bright idea! Why didn't I check there first? Well, to be honest I don't always think of myself as the most organized person which is the reason it never crossed my mind that maybe it was in the folder labeled "Computer Discs." There it was, sitting right where it belonged. I realized I am more organized than I think and it actually makes it harder for me to find things. So much for organization.
We have been hearing a lot about Chris Brown, but what has Rihanna been up to? She has been working with some of the best in the music biz putting together HOT new music. This is Rihanna, JayZ, and Kanye West with "Run This Town" and it's awesome. What do you think of it?
Do you buy fruit and never eat it? I love mango, but I never eat it when I buy it.  I love it on a salad when I'm out at a restaurant or in a cocktail.  But, when I go to the store and buy it myself it seems I never am able to actually peel the thing and eat it.  So, this mango has been sitting on my counter for about 3 weeks now. I keep avoiding the throwing out of it because I say "I will eat it tomorrow."  Tomorrow it is going in the trash.
Guys watch out or you might end up on this woman's blog, "My Husband is Annoying."  She writes about annoying things her husband does and encourages women to send in stories about their hubbies. The lesson, think twice before you do something stupid around your wife, she might share it with the entire world. Check out the blog by clicking here.
Are you one of those people that is always trying a new drink when you go out? I'm not sure if you will be able to order this one at a bar, but you can make it at home. This Labor Day weekend take a couple pieces of fruit out of the big fruit salad and add them to your drink. The drink pictured contains vodka, soda, pineapple, lime, strawberry and lemon. It was very tasty. Give it a try this weekend and happy Labor Day!
I recently was on cat sitting duty for my friends Ann and Chrissy.  I was given strict orders to take and send lots of pictures.  Here are just a few of my favorites. Feel free to send me silly pictures of your cats, I will post them here.
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Remember Mr. Belding from "Saved by the Bell"?  He has a new CD/DVD coming out today with 7 amazing songs sung karaoke style from the former principle. After watching him sing it makes me never want to watch a "Saved by the Bell" re-run again.  Check out the video below and please DON'T waste your money on this guy.
Chris Brown will be on Larry King tomorrow and he says "he does not remember hitting the singer (Rihanna)"
He also told CNN "We have to be like 10 yards away from each other" and that he still loves her.
Forbidden love? You be the judge of Chris Brown tomorrow night at 8 on CNN.
My brother recently found a 1972 Schwinn tandem bike at a rummage sale.  The person selling it to him said he had been trying to sell the thing for years and had no luck and would be willing to give it to my brother for the best offer.  My brother offered him $40 and the bike was his. $40 bucks for a 1972 semi good shape bike may seem like a lot of money to you, buy to my brother it truly has been priceless.  That $40 has bought him bike rides every night with his 6 1/2 year old son Jack. Jack can touch the petals just enough to help with every other push and if he gets tired from that, he just lifts his feet up for a free ride. The other night the rode from their house in Glendale down to my condo in the 5th ward, using the great bike path that takes you from Esterbrook park down to the lakefront.  I wish you could have seen the big smile on Jacks face when he arrived at my house.  He couldn't believe they rode that far in one night.  My brother told me that bike is the greatest thing he ever bought because it give him and Jack their own special time once a night.  A $40 "piece of junk" has turned into a lifetime of memories for a father and son.
Michael Jackson is ALIVE! Check out this video that was posted on the internet claiming it is Michael Jackson "still alive" getting out of the back of an LA Corners transport van. Do you believe it?
Have you heard about this new PSA video that is all over the web. It is a video they are using in Britain to educate/scare people about the dangers of texting. Van has posted the video on his blog and is taking poll as well. Check it out by clicking here.
Do you ever get a song stuck in your head? It's OK if it was one of your favorite songs, but what if it's a song you have only heard once? A friend recently sent me the video for the latest Shakira song "She Wolf" and I can't get it out of my head. I woke up this morning singing the song. I have only heard it once and am not convinced I even like yet, but it has made it's way into my life to the point that it is the first thing I think of in the morning. And don't even ask WHY I'm waking up singing "There's a She Wolf in the closet, let it out so it can breath." So, do you have songs you're not in love with that you find yourself singing along to?
It has been on repeat all day...who knew Scarlett Johansson could sing so well.  Let me know what you think of this song.
Relator- Scarlett Johansson and Pete Yorn
Am I the only one who feels like it is impossible to eat well during the summer months in Wisconsin? If you're not at Miller Park having the "build-your-own" nachos, you're in a friends backyard listening to the Brewers and grilling brats. If you're not at a big festival having something fried on a stick, you're at Kopps getting a nice small scoop of "low fat" custard. Just when I think I'm getting back on track (usually a Tuesday or Wednesday) another festival begins and I'm eating something that taste great, but isn't good for you. I like to tell myself "You only do it once a year," isn't it funny how we always find ways to justify doing bad things. Have fun this weekend at Zoo Ala Carte.
I like all kinds of music, but I seem to have an attraction to cheesy pop music. I love "Sugar, Sugar" by the Archies (1969), anything from Milli Vanilli in the 90's , and everything from MIKA today. Who? He is a british pop star who produces fun, upbeat pop songs. You probably will not find the meaning to love in his songs, but you will find yourself tapping your foot and wanting to get up and dance. He puts on great concerts (picture is of Mika, me, and my friend Matt after one of his shows in Chicago) and his latest song was the theme of the "Teen Choice Awards." Check it out, I understand if you listen to it an think "Wow, that Kidd is kind of different."
I love to travel and take pictures of all the places I have been.  I created a photo gallery with some of my favorite sites from California, New York City, Spain and Boston. Feel free to check them out by clicking here .
I don't have much interest in sports, although I love to see our hometown teams do well. I know a lot of people are excited about the pre-season game today, including my nephews Max and Jack. GO PACK!
You know those days that just aren't going your way? You constantly feel like nothing can go right? Most of the time we try to fix those days by going and buying new shoes or gadgets we don't need. Today, I changed it all by spending a few hours with my nephews Jack and Max. It's amazing how simple little things like playing outside, getting a car wash, and grabbing some ice cream can create such joy. They changed my day and created memories that I will never forget. How do they do it?
Max at DQ
I never knew how much I was attached to my old sheets until last night. I bought new sheets yesterday, washed and put them on the bed and looked at them and said "I can't wait to sleep with you." I was looking forward to jumping into a bed with clean, new, fresh sheets on it, but then it happened, I snuggled into my new blue 600 thread count TJ Maxx bargin sheets and it was like rubbing up against sand paper. These weren't the the soft sheets that I had spent the last 3 years with. I never knew you could miss sheets so much. Any tips on softening up my sheets?
I had a great weekend with my friends down at Bradford Beach. If you haven't checked it out yet, you're missing out! There were times where it felt like I was on a beach in Southern California. Plus, they have added a tiki bar that serves great drinks. Try and find sometime to enjoy another great Milwaukee hot spot. Where do you like to cool off in the summer?  Tell me in the comment box below.
Go Out And Get It!
It's that time of year, bikini season!! Are you ready?
I love my trainer and friend Lottie from the Wisconsin Athletic Club, because she pushes me to incorporate elements into my workout I wouldn't add on my own.
For example, this week we went down to Bradford Beach and ran the hills by Columbia St. Mary's and we killed it! It's never too late to start working out, take baby steps and hopefully, soon enough you'll be running hills too!
Old Friends and Lots of Laughs
Do you have one of those friends you don't get to see all the time, but when you do it's like no time at all has passed? That's how I feel about my old friend Mandi. I've known her since 8th grade when we played club volleyball together.
We stayed in touch through high school, but in a time when Facebook didn't exist, we lost touch during college, but reconnected when we were both living in Green Bay. Now, we're both back in Milwaukee and a night out with her is always a good time - as you can tell from this picture!
This photo is her and I at the Smyth Preview Party at the Iron Horse Hotel and I can't even remember what we were laughing about!
Old Friends and Lots of Laughs
Do you have one of those friends you don't get to see all the time, but when you do it's like no time at all has passed? That's how I feel about my old friend Mandi. I've known her since 8th grade when we played club volleyball together.
We stayed in touch through high school, but in a time when Facebook didn't exist, we lost touch during college, but reconnected when we were both living in Green Bay. Now, we're both back in Milwaukee and a night out with her is always a good time - as you can tell from this picture!
This photo is her and I at the Smyth Preview Party at the Iron Horse Hotel and I can't even remember what we were laughing about!
Can't We All Just Get Along? Bon Jovi Edition.
After two weeks of vacation and getting back into the groove of things, I find out about this fued in the Bon Jovi camp.
Whenever I hear anything about Bon Jovi, I always remember the great time I had with the guys back in 2002. A ton of fun, lots of laughs and of course the Rock & Roll!
As far as the fued is concered, I guess Jon Bon Jovi and Richie Sambora are communicating via "the media".
Richie abruptly quit the band/tour for personal reasons a few months ago and has said publicly that Jon should "hire Edge from U2."
Jon fired back at Richie saying, "He can return when he is ready to die every night on stage."
I say, can't we all just get along and have a good time... just like we did in 2002? Come on guys! Let's work it out before the Chicago date.
Click here to LISTEN to Bon Jovi After 5 Live 2002.
When is it ok...
Over the weekend I went to a party and Miley Cyrus was there with her mom promoting her new album. I've seen Miley a million times on T.V. or in magazines but meeting her in person made me think...is it ever ok to tell someone they are too skinny? Miley is very nice but my first reaction was "Wow she is way to skinny". Of course I kept my mouth shut but everyone at the party was whispering the same thing. I hope she has success with her new album and comes to Wisconsin soon for cheese and beer! lol!
My recent Hollywood murder mystery adventure! Part 2
It was a beautiful sunny Saturday in Los Angeles, California. I awake from Friday night's TNT catered/planned festivites, where a criminal got shot atop the famous Beverly Wilshire Hotel, tried to figure out who hired the murderer and got ready to interteview the stars of TNT's Monday Night shows Major Crimes and King & Maxwell.
PICTURE: Van McNeil w Jon Tenny / Sean King (King & Maxwell) Mondays, 9pm, TNT.
Jon Tenny / Sean King talks about Milwaukee, his new show King & Maxwell and what it's all about...
So, I finish my interviews and head back to my room to get ready for a cast party at this awesome club called Boulevard 3.
Everything was to the nines and everyone was having a good time! Food, drinks, dancing, the Hollywood stars... and then, THIS happened!
The murder mystery continues...
It almost felt like we were on these TNT shows! Trying to put the peices together, collecting evidence, interviewing suspects, all to figure out whodunnit!
Get your, "crime solving" ON! Monday Nights starting at 8pm on TNT w Major Crimes AND King & Maxwell OR get caught up online at www.TNTDrama.com
Remembering NOLA!
I don't know if you have ever been to Mardi Gras (February/March) in New Orleans, Lousiana but if you get the chance GO!
I got to experience Mardi Gras before Hurricane Katrina hit in 2006 and lemme tell you, it was an experience! From all the parades, colorful costumes, beads and coconuts to the French Quarter and Burbon Street craziness there is NOTHING quite like Mardi Gras!
So, if you've never been or just want to scratch that itch again, our friends at Six Flags Great America will be doing it Mardi Gras style all weekend and I have your FREE tickets to go!
Of course, you can enjoy ALL that Six Flags has to offer, like Batman The Ride Backwards, X-Fight and the NEW Ignite Grand Finale but the streets of Orleans Place will be transformed THIS WEEKEND so you can enjoy the sights, sounds and tastes of Bourbon Street including live music, parades and fireworks, as well as authentic food and drinks from New Orleans.
Want more information? Click here.
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BACON Debate - Best way to cook...
In honor of Father's Day, I thought I would finally settle the age old question...
What is the best/proper way to cook bacon?
To settle such a debate I called the experts! Renowned food writer/author/critic (New York Times), Peter Kaminsky joined me to talk about his new book he wrote alongside Marie Rama called, "Bacon Nation".
In the book you will find 125 different recipies, from breakfest to dessert, that include BACON!!
So... What IS the best/proper way to cook bacon? Find out what Peter says below and don't forget to enjoy some bacon this weekend! :)
More about Bacon Nation...click here.
Managing Picnic Beetles
Eat up and clean up to keep those little black beetles from enjoying your harvest.
Known as picnic beetles, sap beetles, or little black bugs, these scavengers can be found in overripe strawberries and raspberries, cracks in ripe tomatoes, ears of corn and more.
Since they are attracted to overripe and damaged fruit, regular harvesting and sanitation will help keep these pests at bay. Avoid pesticides that require a waiting period before you can continue to harvest as this delays picking and will result in even more overripe fruit that attracts more beetles into your garden.
Some gardeners find trapping effective. You may want to try this popular recipe: Mix 1 cup water, 1 cup dark corn syrup, one cake of yeast, and a spoonful of vinegar. Place the mixture in a container outside the garden. Use it to attract the beetles away from the garden, trap and drown them.
A bit more information: Any fermenting plant juices will also work. Some gardeners report success using ripe bananas and melon to attract and trap these insects.
For more gardening tips, how-to videos, podcasts and more, visit www.melindamyers.com
Eat All Your Vegetables Day â June 17th
Load up your plate with fresh-from-the garden produce as you celebrate Eat All Your Vegetables Day on June 17th.
Use this day to inspire new additions to your vegetable garden while encouraging reluctant veggie eaters to try something new. Once they try some fresh vegetables they may be willing to make them a regular part of their diet. And, if you get them to grow their own, they are even more likely to partake.
Once you're inspired, look for extra space to add more vegetables to the landscape. Start by calculating the number of days left in your growing season. Simply count from the anticipated planting date to the average date of the first fall frost in your area. Check plant tags and seed packets for the number of days needed from planting until harvest. Make a list of these vegetables.
Then look for vacant spaces in flowerbeds, mixed borders and containers. And train vines crops up decorative trellises and fences.
A bit more information: Here are a few short season crops you may want to consider. Plant seeds and be ready to harvest radishes, leaf lettuce, spinach and chard in 40 days. Beets, bush snap beans, cucumbers and kohlrabi are ready to harvest in 50 to 60 days. Carrots, Chinese cabbage, and turnips take about 10 days longer.
For more gardening tips, how-to videos, podcasts and more, visit www.melindamyers.com
My recent Hollywood murder mystery adventure!
Every now and then, "work" takes me out to the West Coast but THIS trip was a little different. Lemme explain...
This adventure begins at the Beverly Wilshire Hotel, (Pretty Woman, Bevery Hills Cop) where I was put up for the weekend for a TNT event! If you're are asking what TNT is, you probably already know, it's the TV channel... the one that is so familiar with drama, it's in their slogan... TNT - We Know Drama.
Anyway, me and my buddy check in, go up to our respective rooms and get ready for a gatering on the roof of the hotel later that night. Little did we know we would witness a "shootout" between police and a hired killer! It was up to everyone in attendence to figure out who at the party was responsible, by the end of the weekend.
There were clues... LOTS of clues!
Text messages, twitter accounts, pictures and more!
Plus a whole cast of characters from detectives, forensic lab technicinans, suspects and even a special appearance from the Los Angeles Department of Corner office!
If you're a murder myster junkie, even if you're not, this is kind of stuff you will encounter if you're watching TNT on Monday Nights! And let me be the first to warn you, IT SUCKS YOU RIGHT IN!
Let's begin with, "Major Crimes" who's first season I missed despite rave reviews from critics and fans. This show gives you all the tools to figure out WHO killed, in this first episode it's the BIG TIME film-producers wife. It's a great show that will leave you wanting more! BTW you can catch up on Season One by visiting TNTDrama.com or take a sneak peek of Season Two, which premeieres tonight at 8pm on TNT..click here.
PICTURE: Van McNeil w Major Crimes cast members, L, Tony Dension (Lt. Andy Flynn), C, Mary McDonnell (Capt. Sharon Raydor), R, G.W. Bailey (Lt. Provenza).
TO BE CONTINUED...STAY TUNED FOR MORE!
Visit a Farmerâs Market and Plan Your Garden
Farmers Markets are on the rise as more and more of us are looking for locally grown fresh produce. You may be surprised to find one or more popping up near your home.
Get the most out of your visit with a little advance planning.
Check out the internet for a list of farmer's markets in your area. Confirm the dates and hours of operation. Many include a list of vendors with links to their website and the week's featured produce.
Gather those cloth bags used when buying groceries. It makes managing all the produce easier and you will reduce the number of plastic bags headed to recycling or the garbage.
Take cash and lots of small bills. This makes it easier for the farmer and speeds up shopping. And you'll have more time to visit every single booth.
Look for and try new and different vegetables. It will help you plan future additions to your edible garden.
A bit more information: Eat first so you buy less or go hungry and plan on staying for a meal or snack. Many markets serve coffee and pastries or tasty meals. And take the whole family to enjoy this shopping experience. Many have kids' activities and music for all to enjoy.
For more gardening tips, how-to videos, podcasts and more, visit www.melindamyers.com
Weed Your Garden Day â June 13th
Break out the cupcakes and balloons and get ready to celebrate Weed Your Garden Day on June 13th.
The thrill of the party may wane a bit when family and friends discover your true motivation. But, adding a festive spirit to garden tasks can make it more fun and you're more likely to make them happen.
Try a round robin of eating and weeding with friends. It is a great way to work in some social time and help each other tackle the weeds in the garden.
Barter a bit of weeding for a home cooked meal, pie, photography or other hobby or skill you prefer over weeding.
Hire some help – it's ok to admit the weeds won this round. Once under control, it will be easier for you to keep up with weeding and other garden care.
Once the garden is weeded, mulch it to reduce future weed infestations. Shredded leaves and evergreen needles are perfect for flowerbeds and vegetable gardens.
A bit more information: Woodchips and shredded bark make nice mulch around trees, shrubs and pathways. Do not put fabric weed barrier beneath these and other organic mulch. As the mulch decomposes it provides a great environment for weed seeds to sprout and grow through.
For more gardening tips, how-to videos, podcasts and more, visit www.melindamyers.com
Nudge Your Bougainvillea Into Bloom
Nudge your potted bougainvillea into bloom with proper growing conditions and proper care.
Grow these blooming beauties in full sun. You'll get the best flower display during the shorter days of early spring and early fall. Plus the cooler night temperatures of 60 degrees or cooler will also promote bloom.
Keep your bougainvillea potbound to further encourage bloom. Repotting too soon results in lots of leaves and stems and delays flowering. During the growing season, allow the plants to dry slightly before watering again.
Use a low nitrogen slow release fertilizer with phosphorous, like Milorganite, to meet most of your plants season-long needs. Or apply a soluble flowering plant fertilizer to moist soil once a month.
Prune away any unwanted growth throughout the summer. And occasionally pinch out the growing tips to encourage more compact growth. Wear gloves and long sleeves to minimize direct contact with the thorns.
A bit more information: Start new plants from 4 to 6 inch long cuttings. Stick the cut end into a moist well-drained potting mix or mix of peatmoss and perlite. Roots should appear in 4 to 6 weeks. Repot if needed in a slightly larger container.
For more gardening tips, how-to videos, podcasts and more, visit www.melindamyers.com
Heaven on Earth!
Sun, snow, rivers, streams and...the mountains! That's what I saw while I was vacationing over the weekend in Denver and Vail, Colorado.
It's always been one of my favorite places to visit because the mountain views, in my opinion, are a glimpse of heaven on earth.
I was able to sit on a few rooftop patios downtown, I went horseback riding in the Rockies in Beaver Creek and then I was able to sit in a hot tub in Vail while sipping my morning coffee (this photo is my view from the hot tub). Yes, I fell back in love with Colorado during my visit and I hope to be back there sometime soon!
Heaven on Earth!
Sun, snow, rivers, streams and...the mountains! That's what I saw while I was vacationing over the weekend in Denver and Vail, Colorado.
It's always been one of my favorite places to visit because the mountain views, in my opinion, are a glimpse of heaven on earth.
I was able to sit on a few rooftop patios downtown, I went horseback riding in the Rockies in Beaver Creek and then I was able to sit in a hot tub in Vail while sipping my morning coffee (this photo is my view from the hot tub). Yes, I fell back in love with Colorado during my visit and I hope to be back there sometime soon!
PIC: Cool Clouds
I took this picture from the rooftop of a friends condo in Chicago. We were having cocktails tonight when the storm was rolling in. Super cool clouds!
Shade Combinations for Attracting Hummingbirds
Don't let shade stop you from attracting hummingbirds to your garden. Include a few hummingbird favorites in the garden or container plantings.
Fuchsia is a favorite of shade gardeners and hummingbirds. Try using one of the upright types like Thalia, Gartenmeister or Firecracker with its variegated leaves. Add a fern for texture and wire vine as a groundcover in the garden or spiller in the container.
Consider adding a few or quite a few Dragon wing begonias to the garden. The large plants put on a show all summer long with the red and pink flowers. They combine nicely with impatiens, another hummingbird favorite. And surround this combination with a groundcover or trailer of Silver Falls Dichondra.
Include a backdrop of summer long bloom you and the hummingbirds will enjoy. Train a honeysuckle vine onto a fence or decorative trellis for screening and hummingbird appeal. Try the mildew resistant Major Wheeler.
A bit more information: For more ideas on attracting birds and butterflies to your garden visit www.birdsandblooms.com . See projects and ideas on attracting wildlife to the garden and you'll find my answers to common garden questions. Also, be sure to look for my article "Make Room for Hummingbirds and Butterflies" in the June/July 2013 issue of Birds & Blooms magazine.
For more gardening tips, how-to videos, podcasts and more, visit www.melindamyers.com
Buttered Rum, Southern Comfort - Colorful Perennials for the Garden
How about a bit of Buttered Rum or Southern Comfort in the garden? No, I am not talking about a drink, but rather a few colorful perennials.
Heucherella 'Buttered Rum' is a hybrid with coral bells, known as Heuchera. And foamflower, called Tiarella as its parents. The maple shaped leaves have a caramel edge and are topped with white flowers in spring.
Southern Comfort coral bells have cinnamon peach leaves that mature to amber. The white flowers on this plant appear in summer.
Finish off your planting with a little dessert. Peach Flambe coral bells have bright peach leaves in the cooler months of spring and fall. The leaves turn a softer peach in summer and plum purple for winter.
Use a combination of these and other coral bells and foamflowers to create a tapestry of color in your partial shade to full sun gardens. Be sure to keep the soil slightly moist throughout the season.
A bit more information: Add some Dolce® Key Lime Pie to the dessert buffet. This coral bell has chartreuse foliage all season long. The heart shaped leaves are mottled with lime green. Mix a few with dark green or blue-green hostas for an eye-catching combination.
For more gardening tips, how-to videos, podcasts and more, visit www.melindamyers.com
So I was sitting at home at 8:15PM watching the Olympics when I went to check the status of my delayed flight to LA and what once read 12:39 AM (next day) was now reading 8:55PM... I grabbed 3 shirts (still have no idea which ones) and threw them in a bag and ran, got in the car, drove 55 (60 in some areas), parked in the short term lot ($13 a day), ran some more (almost fainted from running so fast) and quickly got through security (thankfully no one with 4 bags of 8oz liquids was infront of me.) Long story short, I made it to the gate at 8:45PM and I am typing from the air... After tonight I think I should be on the "Amazing Race."Â I can't believe I made it!
This is what my picture at Metro Market looks like. Someone has messed with the original.
Mr Tough Guy! 3 year-old Birthday (1983)
I will be the big 3-0 on Wednesday and all this week I have been "looking back" on my "younger years!" :-) This is a pic from Homestead High School's Homecoming Dance in 1994. I am the little guy in the middle with the sports jacket on wearing the Snoopy tie. REALLY? A Snoopy tie? What was I thinking?
I forgot to mention that I met someone FAMOUS last night. I'm sure you have seen Michelle and her husband on the Food Network many times. She was one of the celebrity judges last night. SUPER COOL! She has three bakeries in Chicago and implied through funny facial expression that she wouldn't be surprised if Milwaukee soon had a Cupcake Bakery.
Some pictures from last night IronCupcake competition. The theme was beer and the Blue Moon Orange ones were last nights winner. I did try the Beer Brat Cupcakes and they tasted just like beer brats. I know...kind of gross, but good at the same time. Watch for my story on the 
36!!!! The warm up is on the way!
Why is it always when you get new snow tires, pay extra money for an underground parking spot, and buy new boots that the weather changes for the better.  Do I really need to park in a heated garage when it's above freezing?
In a recent interview Simon says he suffers from "black moods" and at times he feels "trapped" by his responsibilities. Is this the reason he is leaving Idol? 
The day before the return of Season 9 of American Idol and Simon Cowell makes it official that he will not return after this season.  What a nice way to build buzz about your show. In years past it was always the rumors of Paula's return or a Simon vs Paula feud, but this year with no Paula it is all on Simon.  
What do you think should happen to the official that missed this call?  Leave your comments.
What is your New Year's resolution?  I have decided in 2010 I will tweet more than I did in 2009.  It may not be the healthiest resolution since excessive tweeting can lead to not leaving the house, hours upon hours of not speaking, and carpal tunnel.  But I recently found a website that measures the amount of tweets being sent per day, per hour, per month and with the numbers in millions you have to wonder if these twitter people are on to something.  Here is to many more tweets in 2010.  If you want to follow how many tweets have been sent so far today just 
Why is it whenever you haven't seen friends for a really long time you end up doing things you would never do? Like staying out until bar time and being invited to an after bar. What is that? I haven't been invited or gone to an after bar in at least 5 years. But, when you get in that "we never see each other" mode and you know your on vacation, anything can happen. So, after a late night I spent the entire day on the couch watching "The Hangover" with my hangover. I quickly realized that my night was kind of tame compared to theirs.
I am now on a plane to Los Angeles for the week. I am going to be driving through wine country and ending up in San Francisco where I will be ringing in the new year. I am excited to take a ton of pictures.
Here is a picture of Oliver (the Italian Greyhound who is staying with me for a couple of months) by my Christmas tree this year.  I finally bought a fake tree last year after realizing it was too much work to get big real tree every year.  Oliver seems to like the tree. :-)
What does your Christmas tree say about you?  Check out 
I found 
Tony is going to a bad sweater party this weekend and I found 
Christmas in NYC isn't official until the tree at 30 Rock is lit.  But, this year we may not have a lit tree or hour long sing-a-long special on NBC because the Labor Union that runs NBC broadcasts are threatening to pull out of tonights broadcast if they can't reach a deal with NBC execs. REALLY?  You're going to cancel Christmas on NBC? Don't bring Santa into this.  Wait until after the holiday's.  Why not threaten to pull out from airing an episode of Law and Order?   What do you think? Read more about the battle 
Esquire magazine has put out a new list of the top selling Christmas gifts of all time.   Remember Furbies?  Does anyone still have one?  Check out the full list by 
Want a free Candy Cane? Who doesn't? Elizabeth and I will be handing out Candy Canes on Candy Cane Lane tonight starting at 6p. 
Was on a walk today and noticed this sign. Can you believe this weather? It makes me very happy! Where do you like to go ice skating?
List of some places to skate (once it get cold enough):
An Associated Press poll shows 52 percent of pet owners plan to buy their animals a holiday gift â up from 43 percent last year.
What will you get your pet? How much will you spend? Do you wrap their gift for them?
We have been talking a lot about WHEN we should start playing Christmas music on the Mix. Get caught up on everything now:
WATCH us on 12 News @ 10 last night by 
I was shopping with friends for a Halloween costume this weekend and I found this little sailor cap in the "kids" section. I was already wearing the black pea coat which helped complete the costume. That hat was $2.99...Can you beat that? How much did you spend on your Halloween costume? Leave a comment by 
Not the best outcome on Sunday...but before the game Elizabeth and I had some fun on WISN 12 News This Morning...
-When did we stop caring about Lindsey? Has she given us any reason to care about her lately?
-She was recently in NYC for a benefit.
photo: cosmopolitan.com
I had my friend Adam over for dinner Saturday night and we had to kneel up to the kitchen counterto eat. I guess that is what happens when you decided to sell all your furniture online.
I wonder if this could become a new trend? Would you eat a restaurant that had no chairs? I feel like it is just crazy enough.
My obsession with Vinegar is just one of the many things that makes me weird and different; check out what Good Housekeeping had to say about the effectiveness of cleaning with it. 
I didn't want to...but I had to...it was soooo cold this morning that I brought outthe scarf. :-( It make me sad.
No dirty sweatshirt...now I just need to work on getting my eyes wide open.
-Colbie was played the Pabst Theater last night.
-Check out video of our "Mix after 5 Live" by 
Katie Now (Image: Splash News)
Kristin Chenoweth is my new FAVORITE person. Â
She is best known for her long run on the broadway hit "Wicked."
Last night she won an emmy for her role on "Pushing Daisies" and she gave what I think was the cutest speech.  If you missed it you can 
Our good friends at onmilwaukee.com sat down with Elizabeth Kay and asked her a couple questions about her new job, you can 
P!nk was on the Today show when she made this comment about Kanye West, "I just think he's an idiot, he's a waste, he's a tool box."Â Â That says it all!
Guys watch out or you might end up on this woman's blog, "My Husband is Annoying."  She writes about annoying things her husband does and encourages women to send in stories about their hubbies. The lesson, think twice before you do something stupid around your wife, she might share it with the entire world. Check out the blog by 
Are you one of those people that is always trying a new drink when you go out? I'm not sure if you will be able to order this one at a bar, but you can make it at home. This Labor Day weekend take a couple pieces of fruit out of the big fruit salad and add them to your drink. The drink pictured contains vodka, soda, pineapple, lime, strawberry and lemon. It was very tasty. Give it a try this weekend and happy Labor Day!
Chris Brown will be on Larry King tomorrow and he says "he does not remember hitting the singer (Rihanna)"
He also told 
very creative!
Tonights low: 46
Avg low for August: 60
Avg low for October: 41
What is wrong with these numbers? I hope you don't have to turn the heat on tonight.
My brother recently found a 1972 Schwinn tandem bike at a rummage sale.  The person selling it to him said he had been trying to sell the thing for years and had no luck and would be willing to give it to my brother for the best offer.  My brother offered him $40 and the bike was his. $40 bucks for a 1972 semi good shape bike may seem like a lot of money to you, buy to my brother it truly has been priceless.  That $40 has bought him bike rides every night with his 6 1/2 year old son Jack. Jack can touch the petals just enough to help with every other push and if he gets tired from that, he just lifts his feet up for a free ride. The other night the rode from their house in Glendale down to my condo in the 5th ward, using the great bike path that takes you from Esterbrook park down to the lakefront.  I wish you could have seen the big smile on Jacks face when he arrived at my house.  He couldn't believe they rode that far in one night.  My brother told me that bike is the greatest thing he ever bought because it give him and Jack their own special time once a night.  A $40 "piece of junk" has turned into a lifetime of memories for a father and son.
Voted Summer of 2009 Sexiest Single...Really?  Do you agree? Who would you put on the list?
It has been on repeat all day...who knew Scarlett Johansson could sing so well.  Let me know what you think of this song.
I like all kinds of music, but I seem to have an attraction to cheesy pop music. I love "Sugar, Sugar" by the Archies (1969), anything from Milli Vanilli in the 90's , and everything from MIKA today. Who? He is a british pop star who produces fun, upbeat pop songs. You probably will not find the meaning to love in his songs, but you will find yourself tapping your foot and wanting to get up and dance. He puts on great concerts (picture is of Mika, me, and my friend Matt after one of his shows in Chicago) and his latest song was the theme of the "Teen Choice Awards." Check it out, I understand if you listen to it an think "Wow, that Kidd is kind of different." 
