My Fabulous Mom!

Know someone Fabulous?  I just entered the most fabulous person I know, my mom - Gail Swan Pollina, for the Fabulous at Every Age contest from Harpers Bazaar magazine.  You can enter someone fabulous you know (or yourself) for the chance to win $5,000.00 and be in the magazine!  Fill out the information form, attach two photos (one close up, one body length) and... here is the hardest part.... write why that person is fabulous in only 50 words or less.  I had a hard time keeping it under 50 about my mom, I think I did 100 - I hope I did not disqualify her!  Enter yourself, or someone fabulous you know here: http://www.harpersbazaar.com/sweepstakes/9557

Here are some fabulous pictures I chose of Missy to enter her!                                      

LollapALOOZA Update

Another one of my obsessions from Lolla - Passion Pit - By far is one of the best new bands out there. Their electronic beats with an edgy, catchy tune, make it comparable to MGMT.

Check out one of their songs here: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5bfseWNmlds

Welcome Little Lily Burek!!

Katelyn and Doug Burek welcomed their first child - Lilianna Kate Burek - into the world on August 12th at 8:13pm weighing 7lbs 2oz.  I had the pleasure of meeting the little bundle of joy the next day!  I started bawling when I walked into the room and first saw her.  Something about this little life that had not even been in the world for 24 hours overwhelmed me, and the fact that I would be able to watch Lily grow from the first day she was born amazed, excited and over took me.  After seeing a newborn I have a great appreciation for all children...  And I will always love Lily and Caroline!!  I look forward to blogging more about my experiences with them!

 (Notice how large my hand is in the picture.... is it the angle of the picture... the little little baby...both... or do I really have monster hands??)

LOLLAPALOOZA

I am officially no longer a music festival virgin!  I went to Lollapalooza yesterday (Sunday only) and it was quite the experience!  My ten hour day (in extreme heat) started off with Ra Ra Riot who did not disappoint, per usual.  I also checked out Passion Pit, Band of Horses, Portugal. The Man, Kaiser Chiefs, Ke$ha, Lou Reed, The Killers, Snoop Dogg... and a bunch of random DJ's at Perry's booth... And Vampire Weekend - which was so fun to see them in person since I have been obsessed since they came out!  

But by far my favorite was when I stumbled into the crowd at Dan Deacon... first of all, I was caught off guard by the overwhelming amount of people on the stage - around 50 - and they all had different instruments from drums, tubas, xylophones, trumpets, symbols - everything!  

Dan Deacon mainly does electronic beats mixed with large band ensembles and the best part is his live performances that have strong audience participation that includes making dance circles, getting on one knee and following the leader in the middle!  Needless to say it was full of energy and very fun to watch! Pictures from my disposable camera I brought with me are to come.... 

I don't have video from Lolla but here is a video of another outdoor music festival... yeah, its kind of like that http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hupCy2qlmsU&feature=related

Check out some videos of Dan here  http://www.myspace.com/dandeacon

Thanks again Becca for the Ticket!!

Wakeboarding on Crystal Lake

I have done two new things this summer that I had not done in the past - Blogging and Wakeboarding! Here is a music video I made of Kristy and Aaron Wakeboarding (sadly it is not me wakeboarding... although that will be coming soon!) It is pretty much just a video of a typical day this summer - where, around 5 we decide to go out on the boat for another spin around the lake. The song is called 'Every Summer' by US Royalty, one of my fav bands from DC.

Check out their music and tour dates on their website:

http://www.usroyaltymusic.com/

Arcadia Bluffs Beauty

Whether you are a golfer or just a lover of beautiful scenery... you have to make it to Arcadia Bluffs one day! Located in Onekama, Michigan (About 20 minutes away from Crystal Lake) the golf course and clubhouse restaurant will take you away to Scotland, complete with bagpipers!! It is one of the most beautiful places I have ever been! Check out the scenic video below and check out this website to plan your trip. It can be pretty pricey, for both golf and dinner, but you can just go grab a drink and watch the sunset to enjoy Arcadia Bluffs without breaking the bank!

http://www.arcadiabluffs.com/