Because Random is just what I do best, I offer you some fun tidbits and buzz-worthy notables!

Playgrounds for the Elderly? Yes, please! And can we get lots of those in the US, too?

Article here: http://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/20100210/ap_on_he_me/eu_britain_over60s_playground

After watching a recent episode of “The Simpsons” where Lisa buys a Wii for the senior facility where Grampa lives and all of the old folks actually get movin’ and have a blast (until a  nurse “acidentally” put it in the dishwasher because the residents became too active and demanding), I thought more senior centers and senior care facilities should have a Wii. But a playground? RAD!!!

Save Money! Seriously, y’all know I am a bargain huntress and general penny-pincher, but this article offers some tips I had long forgotten about (hey, when things become 2nd nature you forget they exist!):

http://shine.yahoo.com/channel/life/6-secrets-to-stop-wasting-cash-now-576798/

Buy Generics! Use Internet Coupons! Increase your deductible on your Insurance! Stop buying Bottled Water! All things I have done and have seen the savings, personally! Check it out and hey, if you see something cool, let me know!!!

M. Night Shyamalan’s “The Last Airbender”: the buzz is building on this one! I’m a long time fan of the Oscar nominated director and after seeing a trailer I knew I had to see this film based on the popular kids animated series “Avatar.” An effects and action driven adventure that is certainly a step in a different direction for Shyamalan, but definitely one I am very excited to be seeing.

http://movies.yahoo.com/feature/movie-talk-last-airbender-other-avatar.html#videocontainer

When you’re down, is blue really the color you associate with you mood?

http://www.aolhealth.com/condition-center/depression/color-defines-mood?icid=main|main|dl3|link3|http%3A%2F%2Fwww.aolhealth.com%2Fcondition-center%2Fdepression%2Fcolor-defines-mood

Most found that gray was their preferred shade when down in the dumps. What mood are you in? (see link above)

Is your Toyota being recalled? Well, you may get more than just repairs when you bring in your vehicle…you may even get a Manicure?Sweet!

http://www.stylelist.com/2010/02/09/free-mani-with-your-toyota-brake-change-believe-it/?icid=main|main|dl3|link6|http%3A%2F%2Fwww.stylelist.com%2F2010%2F02%2F09%2Ffree-mani-with-your-toyota-brake-change-believe-it%2F

Leave the the Energy drinks alone and check out some new Relaxation bevvies:

http://www.aolhealth.com/condition-center/sleep-disorders/anti-energy-drinks?icid=main|main|dl5|link5|http%3A%2F%2Fwww.aolhealth.com%2Fcondition-center%2Fsleep-disorders%2Fanti-energy-drinks

With ingredients such as melatonin and chamomile, it sounds like it would be worth a try when you need to catch some Z’s!

Plus size model search is on for Re/Dress (Brooklyn, NY). Those under a size 18 need not apply (Woot!):

http://www.lemondrop.com/2010/02/09/boutique-launches-plus-sized-model-search-starting-at-size-18/?icid=main|main|dl5|link6|http%3A%2F%2Fwww.lemondrop.com%2F2010%2F02%2F09%2Fboutique-launches-plus-sized-model-search-starting-at-size-18%2F

Sick of that nasty moldy loofah? Try “Fuzzy Soap!”

http://shopping.aol.com/articles/2010/02/09/Felted-Soap/?ncid=AOLCOMMshopDYNLsec0001&icid=main|main|dl6|link6|http%3A%2F%2Fshopping.aol.com%2Farticles%2F2010%2F02%2F09%2FFelted-Soap%2F%3Fncid%3DAOLCOMMshopDYNLsec0001

It sounds rad, unless you have an allergy to wool like me. Oh well…they look cool!

Looking for a cheap way to have fun with your fave feline?Just dig out yoru recyclables and check out this article for tips to no-dough fun!

http://www.pawnation.com/2010/02/09/fun-for-your-feline-easy-and-cheap-diy-cat-gyms/?icid=main|main|dl8|link5|http%3A%2F%2Fwww.pawnation.com%2F2010%2F02%2F09%2Ffun-for-your-feline-easy-and-cheap-diy-cat-gyms%2F

Did I leave something out, darlings? Let me know what it is you’re looking for! I will do my best to provide! =0)

*smooches*

I read a lot and a good majority of what I read is online. So I figured it’d be more fun if I share the crap that I find news worthy, notable or humorous. So, yeah…here:

Oh, hate them, but I’m ready for the price wars! Walmart to offer low-cost wireless service nationwide: http://www.dailyfinance.com/2009/10/15/walmart-to-offer-low-cost-wireless-service-across-the-u-s/?icid=main|main|dl3|link4|http%3A%2F%2Fwww.dailyfinance.com%2F2009%2F10%2F15%2Fwalmart-to-offer-low-cost-wireless-service-across-the-u-s%2F

Coke screwing us all again with more marketting BS! This “new” product (smaller, 90 calorie, cans launched) is just another item to add to those 100 calorie packs buying people who count everything they consume. Seriously? Seek help! Knowledge is power, but you can go too far! http://www.thatsfit.com/2009/10/15/seriously-coke-introduces-90-calorie-mini-cans/?icid=main|main|dl3|link6|http%3A%2F%2Fwww.thatsfit.com%2F2009%2F10%2F15%2Fseriously-coke-introduces-90-calorie-mini-cans%2F

WTF?! Bus Driver suspended for wearing pink tie in support of breast cancer awareness: http://autos.aol.com/gallery/weird-car-news?ncid=AOLCOMMautodynlsec0004&icid=main|main|dl4|link5|http%3A%2F%2Fautos.aol.com%2Fgallery%2Fweird-car-news%3Fncid%3DAOLCOMMautodynlsec0004 But did he still lose a day’s pay???

Whatta ya know! Hillary Rodham-Clinton more popular than ever! http://shakespearessister.blogspot.com/2009/10/hee-hee.html

Bram Stoker’s Great-Grand Nephew co-writes sequel to classic “Dracula” tale. Gee, I wonder why he’d wanna do that ($$$$)? http://www.asylum.com/2009/10/15/dracula-the-undead-sequel-hits-bookshelves/?icid=main|main|dl4|link6|http%3A%2F%2Fwww.asylum.com%2F2009%2F10%2F15%2Fdracula-the-undead-sequel-hits-bookshelves%2F

“Paranormal Activity” turning adults into weepy babies: http://insidemovies.moviefone.com/2009/10/14/real-paranormal-activity-movie-haunting-fans-reactions/ I love this! It was a great horror flick. It does stick with you, but I didn’t cry! But maybe I’m desensitized.

Impossibly Beautiful? Yep! http://shakespearessister.blogspot.com/2009/10/impossibly-beautiful-assvertising.html

Hot deals on Avon cosmetics: http://shopping.aol.com/beauty-health/makeup?ncid=AOLCOMMshopDYNLprim0001&icid=main|main|dl6|link3|http%3A%2F%2Fshopping.aol.com%2Fbeauty-health%2Fmakeup%3Fncid%3DAOLCOMMshopDYNLprim0001 If you’re into that sort of thang.

Watch the hottest trailers for upcoming movies (including Heath Ledger’s last film): http://www.moviefone.com/hd-movie-trailers?movieId=34807&icid=main|main|dl8|link4|http%3A%2F%2Fwww.moviefone.com%2Fhd-movie-trailers%3FmovieId%3D34807

The Unicorn Code: http://shakespearessister.blogspot.com/2009/10/unicorn-code.html So fabulous! (Also, the comments are funny!)

I know that I tend to write about more lady related topics, but that’s so not fair! I am all about equality and this bargain huntress won’t let the men down, believe me! So guys, here’s a quickie guide to www.Etsy.com ! Please, don’t be afraid to venture into the unknown. There is an entire world of crafty peeps out there waiting to work with you to create something truly legend -wait for it- ary!

From custom leather goods to personalized stationary or t-shirts, Etsy is the place for all things custom and personalized (yes, even license plate frames)! It’s what I love most about it. You can order dog tags or cuff links with your name or any other info on it. And please, don’t fear being judged! I have made some strange requests of sellers on Etsy and have never had anyone so much as blink an eye at it! So dive on in! The crafty waters are perfect! (Got a gag gift in mind? Post in the “Alchemy” section and let sellers bid for your project or contact a seller directly!)

I would say that the neatest thing I’ve found on Etsy is the personal care (aka: health and beaty) items. From organic to vegan and fragrance free (my husband won’t buy the fragranced stuff) you can find or request anything your heart or your body desires! Even custom undies!!! Yes, you can get Fight Club soap to show off to your friends/guests! You can get all things liquor/beer related from soaps to artwork. The sky is the limit!

Keychains? Yep! Shaving soap refill? Uh-huh! Macho bracelets/necklaces? Oh yeah! If you can dream it then there is someone out there willing and able to make it for you (depending on the project and your budget). Halloween stuff, too! I even found fridge magnets that look like real bacon! Sweet! And baked goods, too! Yeah, too lazy to bake for yourself or go to the store? Buy some goodies on Etsy! You can taste your way around the world! From jams to cookies and lollipops and cake…custom blended teas and coffees…did I mention the sky is the limit? Yeah, ’cause it is!

And clothes? You can get custom made garments for the same price you’d pay for ready to wear stuff in the store! Ridiculous-cool! Hunter S. Thompson passport cover? You got it! Giant Bruce Lee wall decal? Sure! It’s all in how you work the keyword search. See, all the stuff below I slapped into my fave list for your viewing and linking pleasure. And there’s so much more than what you see here! Check out more of my manly faves: http://www.etsy.com/favorite_listings_public.php?user_id=51553 (only the first 5-6 pages are for men). All I did was type in “for men” into the keyword search box at the top of the homepage www.etsy.com and sorted by price (or you can set other parameters and click on categories, too) and went window shopping!

So, check it out, give it a shot and tell me what you think! Thanks fellas! =0)

My beloved and fave blog PlanetFabulon.com has mysteriously shuttered. Leaving me with heartache and a need for a fix of fabulosity! So…I shall scour the webz in search and perhaps you’ll join me on this adventure and see what we find in the universe!

Came across a Tweet from 52stations and I friggin’ loved it and Carrie Fisher for writing it: http://carriefisher.com/?p=462

I love this site’s clothing and have bought a few items now. I can attest to it’s quality and uniqueness. You just won’t see another gal walking down the street in thei stuff (yet!): http://eshakti.com/ with sizes from 0 – 38W there seems to be something for everyone! PLUS: you can get customized styling for $10! Yes! No tailor needed! And only $10!!!

I am loving Yoko Ono’s Tweets! You may have noticed my recent post “25 Things” in her honor. Well, check out her site: http://imaginepeace.com/news/ it’s full of fabulosity and compassion!

If you’re a regular Fabulonian, you’ll already be familiar with Mr. Peakcock and his style:  http://mrpeacockstyle.blogspot.com/

And I love this art/design/blog: http://nubbytwiglet.com/blog/ it’s always full of fab typesettings and all kinds of fabulousness!

If you’re on the fashion leaning side of Fabulon: http://galadarling.com/ will surely give you something to gawk at!

Another fashion one, but this one’s a more collage style scene: http://blog.justjr.com/

I think one of the best blogs ever: http://1000awesomethings.com/page/2/ because anyone who blogs about things that are awesome and specifically: #678 Sneaking cheaper candy into the movie theater is fabulous in my opinion!

Okay so this one is both fabulous and adorable: http://leloveimage.blogspot.com/

I Love The Frugal Fag! I had wanted a clever name for this blog to go with his, but stuck with my old standby instead: http://frugalfag.com/

Another Fabulon Favorite: http://expatriato.blogspot.com/

If you love film and all things cinematique check out: http://filmexperience.blogspot.com/

Um, not sure how to categorize this one, fun-weird-crazy-fab makeup and dress-up? http://destroyx.com/

Four-eyes rejoice! http://www.eyeheartglasses.com/

I am an Ikea addict, I won’t lie! But this makes your Ikea filled house look less so: http://ikeahacker.blogspot.com/

Have a crock pot? Need recipes/ideas? Cheggit: http://crockpot365.blogspot.com/

Gorgeously Packaged Products (or ideas for them): http://www.thedieline.com/blog/

Fab: http://www.thecriticalcondition.com/

Oooh! I love these old pics: http://blog.krisatomic.com/?p=379

Well, that’s all I’ve got for now sweetie-darlings! While it’s a sad day without our dear Fabulon, we can keep a little piece of her in our hearts, always!

Sorry darlings, this huntress has been quite busy with the goingson at the cafe. Passed my first (of four total) inspection! Cross your fingers for the next ones…hope to be open around the 31st! Until then, check out my very own Etsy.com shop: www.notblueatall.etsy.com for my lovely handmade aprons. They are made with love and generous arpon strings!  =0)

All Prices have been reduced and you’ll get free shipping through August!!!