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Monday, January 7, 2013

Kim Kardashian & Kanye West's Cutest Moments!



Baby on Board

Get ready for a Kimye baby! On Dec. 30, Kanye West announced Kim Kardashian's pregnancy during his Atlantic City concert. The next day, Kim confirmed the news on her blog: "It’s true!! Kanye and I are expecting a baby. We feel so blessed and lucky and wish that in addition to both of our families, his mom and my dad could be here to celebrate this special time with us. Looking forward to great new beginnings in 2013 and to starting a family. Happy New Year!!! Xo"




Out and Proud

Welcome to the world, Kimye! The newest "it" couple may not have made an official announcement that they were a hot item, but walking hand-in-hand on the streets of Manhattan on April 23rd, spoke volumes. As if their body language wasn't loud and clear, we already knew where West's heart was at. This was only a few weeks after he debuted his song "Theraflu," where he sings: "I admit I fell in love with Kim ... 'Round the same time she fell in love with him ... That's cool, babygirl, do your thing ... Lucky I ain't had Jay drop him from the team." (West was referring to his friend Jay-Z, who owns the team Kris Humphries plays for, the New Jersey Nets.)



Strong Support

Quickly becoming inseperable, Kanye West and Kim Kardashian were a united front at the Canadian debut of Kim's jewelry line in Toronto, Canada on May 10.



Courtside Flirting

Shortly after Kim and Kanye first stepped out together, Khloe Kardashian told Ellen De Generes, "I think they look cute together." We would have to agree! The giddy couple cuddled courtside while watching the Lakers take on the Denver Nuggets in L.A. on May 12.



Sweet Treat

Kanye West and Kim Kardashian's new love is so hot that they needed a cold treat to cool down! The couple indulges in ice cream cones during their trip to the Cannes Film Festival on May 23.



Secret Moment

Only a few months in, it was evident that Kim Kardashian and Kanye West were going strong! Kanye tweeted this steamy shot on May 27, and his ladylove later showed her approval by retweeting the pic.



Cruising Around

If there's one thing that brought this couple together, it's definitely their penchant for the finer things in life. In Paris for the Jay-Z concert on Jun. 17, Kim and Kanye laid up at the swanky Four Seasons George V and zipped through town in a white convertible Lamborghini.  



Date Night

Ok, this is a double date we're totally jealous of. On July 1, Kanye West and Kim Kardashian kicked it and sipped bubbly with Beyonce and Jay-Z at the BET Awards in L.A.




Airport Style

It's fair to say that these two travel in style! Decked out in a skin-tight dress, stilettos and slicked-back hair, Kim Kardashian struck a flirty pose with her man as they stopped for a quick Instagram pic before jetting off to Paris Fashion Week. "Cute pic at the airport before we came to Paris!" Kardashian wrote on July 4.



Sweet Love

What a sweet moment! Holding hands, the lovebirds are heading out to lunch in Beverly Hills, Calif. on July 13. If Kim looks happy, it's because she is! In June, Kim admitted to Oprah Winfrey, "It's very comforting to have someone that knows everything about you, that respects you, understands, has gone through the similar things," she said. "I can really relate to his mother passing. He can really relate to my father passing. I mean, there's so many similarities in our life that ... I feel like I'm at a really happy, good space."



New York State of Mind

Enjoying a night out on the Great White Way, Kim Kardashian and Kanye West ventured into the world of Broadway by viewing Jay-Z's production of FELA! in N.Y.C on July 30.



Cooling Off

Not only do these two have a shared passion for fashion, but they also have a love for sweets! While on a steamy vacation to the Aloha State, Kim and Kanye stepped out for frozen yogurt on Aug. 17.



Seeing Double

We know Kim Kardashian loves to flaunt her cleavage, but apparently so does Kanye West! Sporting monochromatic gray-and-black looks, the trendy twosome puts their chests on display during an outing in Miami on Oct. 14.



Birthday Surprise

As if the Italian getaway wasn't enough, Kanye keeps Kim's birthday celebration going by surprising her with a cake at the Angel Ball in N.Y.C. on Oct. 22. What a lucky girl!



Courtside Christmas

It's a family affair! Kim and Kanye (along with the rest of the Kardashian clan) spend Christmas Day watching sister Khloe's husband, Lamar Odom, play with his NBA team, the Los Angeles Clippers. Kim, we notice you resting your hand on your baby bump!

Thursday, January 3, 2013

18 New Year's Resolutions the Stars Should Make



Ryan Gosling: I Resolve to Keep New York City Safe

Last summer, Ryan Gosling broke up a street fight in Manhattan. Then in April, he saved a reporter from being hit by a cab. Lately, however, the Gangster Squad actor has been laying low. Who will rescue us now from wayward taxis? Who will use their perfect biceps to break up street fights? Come back, Ryan Gosling: New York City needs you!



Lindsay Lohan: I Resolve to Stop Nightclubbing Already!

Ever noticed how many of Lindsay Lohan's problems start in nightclubs? The crazy fight with her mother in October, the time she was assaulted in September, the time she assaulted someone else in November: each of these incidents happened during a long night of partying in New York City clubs. Lindsay clearly has problems beyond her social life, but clubbing seems to make them all worse. And now that her probation has been revoked, she can't afford any more slip-ups. We have to agree with the judge: it's time to find a new hobby!



Kristen Stewart: I Resolve to Stay Faithful to My Hot Boyfriend

This should be an easy one, right? Kristen Stewart seemed genuinely remorseful about cheating on boyfriend Robert Pattinson with director Rupert Sanders, calling it a "momentary indiscretion." In the end, it's probably a valuable lesson for the actress to learn: even a momentary indiscretion can be caught on camera forever! And hopefully she got that whole making-out-with-a-married-man thing out of her system. Who needs a wandering eye when you're coming home to Robert Pattinson?



Rihanna: I Resolve to Leave Some Secrets For the Bedroom

Rihanna is fierce, she is unapologetic, she is her own woman. But can't she find some way to express these qualities besides taking her clothes off? The magazine covers are one thing, but the constant stream of half-naked pictures on Twitter (of herself and Chris Brown) makes us question Rihanna's boundaries. It's time for her to respect her own privacy, and realize that some things are best left un-tweeted.



Taylor Swift: I Resolve to Date Somebody for More Than Three Months

Judging from her songs, Taylor Swift has had her share of heartbreak. Maybe that's why she always seems to bolt after her relationships hit the three-month mark (a la Connor Kennedy!). As much as we love a good break-up ballad, we think Taylor should try keeping the next guy around for a while. (Harry Styles seems like a good one!) It takes some courage to commit to love, but it's so often worth the risk.



Ryan Seacrest: I Resolve to Leave Some Jobs for Everybody Else

Yes, we know he's got a reputation to maintain as the hardest-working man in show business. But he can't take all the jobs, can he? Currently, Ryan Seacrest is hosting American Idol, his own radio show and the New Year's Rockin' Eve celebration, plus working as a special correspondent for NBC News, and he's rumored to be up for Matt Lauer's job whenever he leaves Today. And people wonder why there's an unemployment problem!



LeAnn Rimes & Brandi Glanville: I Resolve to Keep My Tweets Kid-Free

After three years of feuding, it's pretty clear that Brandi Glanville and LeAnn Rimes will never be best friends. But we'd love for them to agree on one thing: leaving Mason and Jake, Brandi's sons and LeAnn's stepsons with Eddie Cibrian, out of the drama. Whenever one of them mentions the boys on Twitter (no matter how innocently!), it inevitably kicks off another round of their vicious mommy war. If both women stopped broadcasting their precious family moments online, they'd have one less thing to fight about -- and those poor kids could stop being ammunition in a fight that has nothing to do with them



Angelina Jolie & Brad Pitt: We Resolve to Sell Our Wedding Photos for Charity

Remember how excited everyone was for the royal wedding? Well, this is the celebrity version. While Brad Pitt and Angelina Jolie are entitled to their privacy, we think it would be criminal not to share photos (or even -- dare we say it? -- video) of the big event. Think of how much money they could raise for the Jolie-Pitt Foundation! Think of how adorable those six kids will look in their little Vera Wang bridesmaid dresses and miniature Tom Ford tuxedos! Come on, guys -- do it for charity. And for us.



Anne Hathaway: I Resolve to Take a Role That Requires Eating, Not Starving, For a Change!

She committed to a brutal diet-and-exercise regime for The Dark Knight Rises, then basically starved herself for her role in Les Miserables. Anne Hathaway is a seriously dedicated actress -- and, we're guessing, a hungry one! For her own well-being, we'd love to see her commit to a role that allows her to eat dessert. The Mae West Story, perhaps?



Prince Harry: I Resolve to Keep My Clothes On -- Around Strangers, Anyhow

We do appreciate how nice Prince Harry looks in the buff, but seriously -- what was he thinking, partying naked in a foreign country with some girls he'd literally just met? That behavior would be questionable in a frat boy, and it's downright crazy for a member of England's royal family. Harry may charm the pants off of everyone he meets, but from now on, he should resolve to party with his own pants on.



Justin Timberlake: I Resolve to Get Some New Friends

Sometimes a good guy runs with a bad crowd. That may be the case with Justin Timberlake, whose friends congratulated him on his wedding to Jessica Biel with a truly tasteless gift: a video of homeless people unknowingly offering the pop star their congratulations. After the tape was leaked online, Timberlake issued an apology -- but left us questioning the company he keeps. Maybe he should go back to hanging out with those nice*N'Sync boys.



Madonna: I Resolve to Stop Trying So Hard to Be Shocking

She's always been the mother of reinvention, but lately, Madonna only seems interested in shock value. Whether it's flashing her audience or incorporating swastikas into her show, her recent stunts have all seemed more like cries for attention than savvy showmanship. We still love you, Madonna, but it's time to drop this act and try something new. 



Channing Tatum: I Resolve to Bring Back the Musical Comedy!

There's no doubt about it -- this was Channing Tatum's year. Already an action star, he proved he could also do comedy (21 Jump Street), romance (The Vow) and sexy dancing (Magic Mike). So here's our assignment for Channing: combine those three skills and make an old-fashioned musical comedy. We're excited about Les Miserables and all, but times are tough, and a little Fred Astaire-style entertainment would lift everybody's spirits. And hey, he already has a Ginger in wife Jenna Dewan.



Teresa Guidice: I Resolve to Step Away From the Cameras

The Real Housewives of New Jersey has been a lot less fun since it turned into an all-out war between Teresa Giudice, her relatives and her former best friends. To make matters worse, Teresa clearly has unresolved issues at home: her husband Joe may be cheating on her and/or facing jail time, and her daughters are struggling to understand what's happening to their family. Living by Bravo's rules has made Teresa famous -- but is it worth the loss of her friends and family? If she doesn't get out now, she may have nobody left.



Amy Poehler: I Resolve to Go on One Date with Louis CK

They're two of our favorite comedians, they're both single, and they were so cute together on Parks & Recreation -- so how about just one date? We're not necessarily saying that Amy Poehler and Louis CK will fall madly in love, get married, then go on to co-create the funniest show in TV history. But it couldn't hurt to try…right?



Gwyneth Paltrow: I Resolve to Write a Recession Issue of GOOP

As much as we enjoy gawking at Gwyneth Paltrow's elaborate vegan recipes and extravagant gift recommendations (what's an "iPod horn" and why does it cost a thousand dollars?), we'd love to see what she'd do with an average woman's budget. Could Gwyneth make a gourmet meal with ingredients found at Walmart? How about a perfect gift from the dollar store? That's one issue of GOOP we'd definitely want to read!



Ashton Kutcher: I Resolve to Avoid Any Comedy That Requires an Accent

Ashton Kutcher faced accusations of racism this spring, when he played an Indian man in a Popchips ad. The commercial was quickly pulled off the air, but Kutcher really should have known better than to make it in the first place. We recommend that he follow our simple guideline from now on. Playing Steve Jobs seems like a good start!



Danny DeVito & Rhea Perlman: We Resolve to Give it Our Best Shot

We were all upset by the news the one of Hollywood's most enduring (and endearing) couples, Danny DeVito and Rhea Perlman, were splitting up after 30 years. So when Danny said in December that he and Rita were "working on" saving their marriage, our hearts leapt. We don't know the exact circumstances of their breakup, but we hope those crazy kids can find a way to be happy. We're rooting for 'em.

See How the Stars Celebrated New Year's Eve!

WELCOME TO THE NEW YEAR PEOPLE, WE KICK OFF WITH SOME REAL STORIES OF LATE EVENTS FROM D LAST MINUTES OF LAST YEAR...



Kim Kardashian & Kanye West

Now that they've made their pregnancy news public, Kim Kardashian and Kanye West seem happier than ever! The soon-to-be parents were all smiles, cuddling during a party in Las Vegas.



Beyonce

Who wouldn't want to countdown with Beyonce? The superstar kicked off the New Year with a private concert in Las Vegas -- and she shared a stunning shot from the show via Instagram. "NYE 2013," she wrote.


Kathy Griffin & Anderson Cooper

What a cute couple! "How embarrassing. @AndersonCooper can't keep his hands OFF me," Kathy Griffin joked. "HAPPY NEW YEAR EVERYONE!!"


Mario Lopez & Courtney Mazza

Pucker up! Newlyweds Mario Lopez and Courtney Mazza share a midnight kiss in Times Square.



Mariah Carey & Nick Cannon

Mariah Carey and Nick Cannon welcomed 2013 Down Under! "Happy new year from Australia!!!!" Mariah wrote on Dec. 31.


Ryan Seacrest

Ryan Seacrest looked sharp and swanky for his New Year's Eve hosting gig. "From New York to your home, have a happy and prosperous new year :)" he posted via Instagram.


Michelle & Barack Obama

It looks like the Barack and Michelle Obama started off the year with a bang! "Happy New Year!" the president tweeted, sharing a photo of him watching a dazzling firework display with the first lady.


Sofia Vergara

Sofia Vergara and fiance Nick Loeb partied with friends at a swanky restaurant. "Ready to recieve the new year at Bianca!" the Modern Family star posted.



Taylor Swift

If Taylor Swift is cold, she's hiding it well! The singer entertained the crowds in Times Square during Dick Clark's New Year's Rockin' Eve. After her performance, Taylor was seen smooching beau Harry Styles as the ball dropped.



Paris & Nicky Hilton

For party girl Paris Hilton, New Year's Eve is the best night of the year! "Fun New Year's Eve moments last night with @RiverViiperi @NickyHilton & @JAVRothschild," she wrote.



Hugh Hefner & Crystal Harris

Hugh Hefner will certainly remember ringing in 2013! The Playboy mogul married his runaway bride, Crystal Harris, on New Year's Eve. "A wedding photo of me and my beautiful bride @CrystalHarris," he tweeted. "Happy New Year!"



Lea Michele & Cory Monteith

Lea Michele and Cory Monteith spent Dec. 31 watching fireworks in a tropical location. "Happy New Year!" the Glee lovebirds wrote, both sharing gorgeous shots from their romantic evening.



Wilmer Valderrama & Eva Longoria

We wonder if these two kissed at midnight! Eva Longoria spent New Year's in the Bahamas with a group of friends -- including notorious plaboy Wilmer Valderrama. "Awaiting the New Year w/ my sister for life @EvaLongoria..." the actor shared.




Snooki & JWoww

Snooki and JWoww brought major sparkles (and cleavage!) to the Times Square New Year's Eve celebration. "Babies do the boobies good!" Snooks posted after the event.



Fergie

Fergie is looking glamorous in Times Square! Dressed in a festive gold dress, the singer takes the stage as she cohosts Dick Clark's New Year's Rockin' Eve With Ryan Seacrest.



David Arquette

Let's hope David Arquette had a few other human friends to celebrate with! "Happy New Year from Dallas," the actor wrote, sharing a pic of his dressed-up dog.



Justin Bieber

We can think of about a million girls who would have loved to share a midnight kiss with Justin Bieber! The teen idol delighted fans with a Times Square performance on Dec. 31.

Friday, December 28, 2012

Workout Pick-Me-Ups! 13 Motivational Fitness Quotes from Top Trainers


1. “Don’t be the first to quit!”

Donald Hunter, a fitness instructor in Rochester, NY, shouts this out at the crest of a cardio blast. “It’s a personal challenge to get people over that mental hurdle,” he says. “The mind often runs out of steam before the body’s done, and if you push past that hurdle you can become stronger.”


2. “You know what that extra 10 pounds feels like!”
Liz Cort, founder of TeamFitMom.com, makes her clients wear a 10-lb. vest for their entire training session. When they shed that extra baggage, she says, “it keeps them motivated to work hard and eat clean!”


3. “2 Legit 2 Quit!”

“Let’s go! I’m talking here and now…!” “Gonna Make You Sweat!” “Don’t Stop!” “Sky’s the Limit!”
Trainers will often belt out popular song lyrics to inspire the class. When fatigue hits, “follow the music and let it take you where you want to be,” says Lynn Anderson, MD, creator of the Aero*boga(TM) workout method.

4. “We’re in this together!”

Jessica Smith, co-author of the Thin in 10 Weight Loss Plan, reminds her students that she’s pushing through the burn right along with them. “Stay with me,” she urges them. “Think about how good we’re going to feel when we’re done!”


5. “Surrender to your breathing!”

Inhale, exhale, repeat is key to hanging in when yoga gets tough, says Tamal Dodge, star of the new Element: Yoga for Energy & Relaxation. “The breath will carry you through the intense physicality.” She also reminds her yogis: “When you want to give up…that’s when your yoga really begins!”


6. “Make this plank your b*tch!”

In other words, show the moves who’s boss. Pilates pro Lara Hudson, star of The 10 Minute Solution: Tighten & Tone Pilates, says a little attitude can go a long way. “Come on, you’ve faced greater hardships than this little old plank,” she tells the class.


7. “Oh yeah! I can!”

Buns of Steel’s Tamilee Webb starts this call-and-response cheer to stoke her students during a rigorous workout.
Dr. Anderson asks for this cheer halfway into her classes. “I remind them that a good yell burns extra calories,” she says. “It keeps them engaged and pumps up the energy.”


8. “If it doesn't feel hard, it isn't.”

You can hear Amy Dixon screaming this tough love out on her Motion Traxx Treadmill Coach audio workout “I tell my students I’m not asking for much,” she says. “I’m just asking for everything.”


9. “Nobody ever regrets working out.”

“This line makes my students smile, and work a little harder,” says Dr. Anderson. “I remind them they did the hardest part, getting to class, and now they have a choice: make it a chore or have some fun.




10. “Results begin at the end of your comfort zone.”

This mental picture from Cort gives her clients the stamina to bust out of their plateau -- and into the calorie-burn zone. As Hunter says, “The body must have challenge to change.”



11. “Don't work harder, work deeper.”

Zip your core. Scoop your belly. Engage your abs. “Working deeper” is Hudson’s way of summoning the core strength that’s essential to Pilates practice.


12. “This is your time to see what you’re made of.”

Hunter busts out this line near the end of class. “I try to radiate energy like a rebounding board,” he says. “I give it to my students and expect to get it back.”

Wednesday, December 26, 2012

Miss & Mrs


Only once in your life, I truly believe, you find someone who can completely turn your world around. You tell them things that you’ve never shared with another soul and they absorb everything you say and actually want to hear more. You share hopes for the future, dreams that will never come true, goals that were never achieved and the many disappointments life has thrown at you. When something wonderful happens, you can’t wait to tell them about it, knowing they will share in your excitement. They are not embarrassed to cry with you when you are hurting or laugh with you when you make a fool of yourself. Never do they hurt your feelings or make you feel like you are not good enough, but rather they build you up and show you the things about yourself that make you special and even beautiful. There is never any pressure, jealousy or competition but only a quiet calmness when they are around. You can be yourself and not worry about what they will think of you because they love you for who you are. The things that seem insignificant to most people such as a note, song or walk become invaluable treasures kept safe in your heart to cherish forever. Memories of your childhood come back and are so clear and vivid it’s like being young again. Colours seem brighter and more brilliant. Laughter seems part of daily life where before it was infrequent or didn’t exist at all. A phone call or two during the day helps to get you through a long day’s work and always brings a smile to your face. In their presence, there’s no need for continuous conversation, but you find you’re quite content in just having them nearby. Things that never interested you before become fascinating because you know they are important to this person who is so special to you. You think of this person on every occasion and in everything you do. Simple things bring them to mind like a pale blue sky, gentle wind or even a storm cloud on the horizon. You open your heart knowing that there’s a chance it may be broken one day and in opening your heart, you experience a love and joy that you never dreamed possible. You find that being vulnerable is the only way to allow your heart to feel true pleasure that’s so real it scares you. You find strength in knowing you have a true friend and possibly a soul mate who will remain loyal to the end. Life seems completely different, exciting and worthwhile. Your only hope and security is in knowing that they are a part of your life.

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