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Nadya Suleman A.K.A Octomom

Did you know that Octomom's home is going up for aucion and that she is appearing on Dr. Phill?

Nadya Suleman aka Octomom

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Mark your calendars for March 14...STEAK & BJ DAY!!

March 14th is now officially "Steak and Blowjob Day".

You know the drill. Every 14th of February you get the chance to display your fondness for a significant other by showering her with gifts, flowers, dinner, shows and any other baubles that women find romantic. Every Valentines day you rack your brains for that one special, unique gift that will show your wife or girlfriend that you really do care for them more than any other.

Simple, effective and self explanatory, this holiday has been created so you ladies finally have a day to show your man how much you care for him.No cards, no flowers, no special nights on the town; the name of the holiday explains it all, just a steak and a BJ. Thats it. Finally, this twin pair of Valentine's Day and Steak and Blowjob Day will usher in a new age of love as men everywhere try THAT much harder in February to ensure a memorable March 14th!

The word is already beginning to spread, but as with any new idea, it needs a little push to start the ball rolling. So spread the word, and help bring love and peace to this crazy world. And, of course, steak and BJ's.

NEVER LIE TO A WOMAN

A man called home to his wife and said, "Honey I have been asked to go
Fishing up in Canada with my boss & several of his friends.

We'll be gone for a week. This is a good opportunity for me to get that
Promotion I'v been wanting, so could you please pack enough clothes for
A week and set out my rod and fishing box, we're leaving from the office
& I will swing by the house to pick my things up" "Oh! Please pack my
New blue silk pajamas."

The wife thinks this sounds a bit fishy but being the good wife she is,
Did exactly what her husband asked.

The following weekend he came home a little tired but otherwise looking
Good.

The wife welcomed him home and asked if he caught many fish?

He said, "Yes! Lots of Salmon, some Bluegill, and a few Swordfish. But
why didn't you pack my new blue silk pajamas like I asked you to do?"

You'll love the answer...

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The wife replied, "I did. They're in your fishing box ."

Nadya Suleman aka Octomom

Don't have any more damn kids!

Do the porn movie for a million bucks to help out your kids.

Free Food? TGIF anyone?

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Think you can't afford college? Think again!

Every one is low on cash in this economy, but you can still afford to pay for college.

Just follow these tips and you should be O.K (financially).

1. Accelerate your degree

Cram more units in your schedule, that way you can graduate faster at a lower cost.

2. Be a transfer student

You don't have to go to a university straight out of high school, go to a junior college and than transfer to your preferred college. This will save you thousands of dollars.

3. Choose a tuition-free school

Their is a catch for tuition-free schools, you might have to work at least 15 hours a week on the college campus.

4. Get a sponsor

Obtain a Federal Student Loan, it's the best way to borrow money for college, (other than a family member).

5. Work off debt with community service

Instead of paying the entire sum of you student loan you can work off the debt or at least a big chunk of it by volunteering in the community and other projects that help the less fortunate and other communities.

6. Apply for Financial Aid

If you plan to apply for financial aid, make sure that your parents are not claiming you on their taxes, and make sure you complete the FAFSA months before the deadline. The earlier you complete the FAFSA the more money you will get.

Money Saving Tips for College Students

Buy used textbooks

Skip Spring Break

Dont hang out with big spenders

When you want to buy something, ask yourself “Do I need it?”

Take a lunch to college, instead of buying lunch

Stay with relatives or famly friends instead of renting

Don't drive, take the bus or ride your bike

College Life

Everyone wants to go to college, to experience the college life style. i believe that living in dorms is a huge difference in living at home while you go to school. It's up to you on how you want your college experience to be. You can be a party guy, the girl that loves to flirt, cute girl, smart guy, someone that stands out, or even a weirdo. If you want to make a good impression I would suggest introducing yourself to others that live in the dorm. it is best to greet as many people as you can because you never know when your going to meet some people that are interesting to you.

Quit lying to yourself!

This explains it all....

...thats my story and im sticking to it!

Diet Do's & Don'ts: Rules That'll Help You Lose Weight

Do Eat:

Fiber. Great sources of fiber: veggies, fruits and beans.

Raw vegetables.

Berries.

Nuts. A serving is a quarter-cup. Pistachios, raw almonds or cashews, macadamia nuts, Brazil nuts, pecans, you name it. They're packed with good fat and protein, but don't overdo it. Consider scattering them on a salad and you can take care of two items (nuts and raw veggies) in one.

Protein at every meal. Make it fish at least twice a week, preferably more. Fried (anything) does not count.

Don't Eat:

Pasta.

Most bread. Unless it is honest-to-God, certified, authenticated whole-grain bread

Commercial cereals. This includes anything in a cute box with the word "crunchy" on it. Read the ingredients. If you find more than five grams of sugar, put it down.

Sodas, even diet sodas.

Packaged cookies, cakes, pies, crackers and desserts.

Try it. Maybe nothing will come of it. Maybe you'll finally start to lose weight.

A healthy life = A long life

It's very important to eat healthy and exercise

Eating healthy and exercising can:

Improve your mood
Combat Chronic Disease
Helps manage your weight
Strengthen your heart and lungs
Put the spark back into your sex life

Does everything we love make us fat?

Whether it's cheese or chocolate, French fries or fried chicken, many of our favorite foods tend to lead to an expanded waistline. Now, you can add your significant other to the list of things you love that are causing weight gain.

eDiets conducted a survey of more than 1,500 people to see how relationships affect weight and an overwhelming three-quarters of those surveyed said it was easier to maintain a diet when single, and a similar percentage of respondents found it more tempting to eat bad foods with their partners.

However, the news on dating and dieting wasn't all negative. In fact, roughly three-in-four respondents said their partner was supportive of their weight-loss efforts and about half exercised the same amount or more in a relationship as when they were single.

"The good news is the survey shows that a healthy relationship and healthy eating habits can go hand-in-hand," says eDiets Director of Nutrition Services Pam Ofstein. "As it should! Take the support of your partner and commit to each other to build a healthier, stronger relationship and lifestyle."

The survey found that respondents took pleasure in snuggling up at home about as much as a long romantic walk together. Other interesting findings from the survey:

-- 57% feel that being in a relationship has a negative effect on their waistline
-- 63% feel their significant other would rather eat unhealthy foods or portions
-- 74% are more tempted to eat "bad foods" when they were with their partner
-- 75% said it was easier to maintain their diet when single
-- 59% would rather have a great relationship than a great body

Diets Don't Work

Yes, I say it. Diets do not work because you want a quick result. However this week, we will help you change your eating habit and how to exercising the right way to get back into shape or just stay fit.

3 Good Reasons to QUIT Drinking!

This is great guys!

Never have I ever drinking game..

For this game, you sit around with drinks ready. One person says something they have “never” done. If you have done it, you take a drink. If you haven’t done it, you are safe. This game tends to focus on sex as the main topic. Example:

“Never have I ever gone skinny dipping.” --Everyone who has gone skinny dipping drinks.

“Never have I ever made out with a teacher.” --Everyone who has made out with a teacher drinks.

“Never have I ever had sex in public.” --Now, everyone who has had sex in public drinks.

It is a fun game, but can get pretty raunchy. You might also find out some crazy stuff about your friends.

Here is a funny video clip regarding the game. Enjoy!

Who believes this and does it really work?

Beer before liquor..never sicker. Liquor before beer have no fear.

Beer Pong

Drinking Do's & Don'ts

DO: Think of something fun to do while drinking. While, yes, it is incredibly entertaining to sit on your couch and drink until pass-out while watching whatever garbage is on TV, but it's also fun to actually go out and experience something while hammered.

DO: Get a designated driver.

DO: Buy drinks for your friends. It's just nice.

DON'T: Buy too many drinks for your friends.

DON'T: Think it's a good idea to order a beer and a mixed drink at the same time, and then chug the beer and sip the mixed drink. It probably should go the other way around, even if you do really impress the bartender with your retardedness.

DON'T: Decide to go swimming when completely hammered and fully clothed.

DO: Give your wallet and electronic devices to someone smart enough not to go into the water so they are not ruined.

DON'T: Leave your wallet and electronic devices with said smart person after he drops you off at your apartment. You probably were going to need those things the next day.

DO: Thank your designated driver for drinking less than you.

Newest Mixed Drink Recipes

ApriJim Nectar

Recipe
1 1/2 oz Jim Beam bourbon whiskey3 oz apricot nectar1/2 oz Rose`s lime juice
Preparation Instructions:Combine ingredients together in a tall glass filled with ice cubes. Garnish with a fresh lime and a mint sprig, and serve.

Beevo Special

Recipe
12 oz can Mountain Dew citrus soda2 oz vodka1 oz DeKuyper Sour Apple Pucker schnapps
Preparation Instructions:Pour the vodka and DeKuyper Sour Apple Pucker into a collins glass half-filled with ice cubes. Add the can of Mountain Dew (any flavor, original preferably), stir, and serve.

Bertiebreezer

Recipe
2 1/2 oz chilled apfelkorn liqueur3 1/2 oz chilled Bacardi Breezer Lime
Preparation Instructions:Pour the Apfelkorn and Bacardi Breezer over 3 ice cubes in a whiskey sour glass, stir, and serve.

Black Death

Recipe
1/4 oz Kahlua coffee liqueur1/4 oz Romana white sambuca1/4 oz Bailey`s Irish cream1/4 oz half-and-half
Preparation Instructions:In a layering glass, layer the ingredients in the following order: Kahlua, Romana Sambuca, Bailey`s, and half and half.

Blue Eye

Recipe
4 cl vodka1 part Battery energy drink1 part sweet and sour mix2 cl Blue Curacao liqueur
Preparation Instructions:Fill the glass with ice and build ordinary with vodka, Battery, Sweet & Sour and Blue curacao at the end.

Coles Special Douche

Recipe
4 oz Smirnoff Raspberry Twist vodka6 oz V8 Splash raspberry lemonade2 - 3 splashes grenadine syrup
Preparation Instructions:Place desired amount of ice in a highball glass. Pour in Smirnoff raspberry twist vodka, followed by raspberry lemonade V8 splash. Add two to three splashes of grenadine, stir and serve.

College Dropout

Recipe
1 oz vodka3 oz apple juice
Preparation Instructions:Shake ingredients in a cocktail shaker with ice. Strain into glass.

Creamin Beemin

Recipe
1 oz bourbon whiskey3 oz cream soda
Preparation Instructions:Pour whiskey into tumbler over ice and add cream soda on top.

Dirty Mother

Recipe
1/2 oz Blavod vodka1/2 oz Blue Curacao liqueur1/2 oz Passoa liqueur1 1/2 oz orange juice1 1/2 oz cranberry juice
Preparation Instructions:Shake with ice.

Disgruntled Elf

Recipe
1 oz white rum1 oz triple sec1 oz gold tequila1 oz gin2 oz sour apple mix6 oz lemon-lime soda
Preparation Instructions:Pour in rum, triple sec, tequilla, gin, and sour apple martini mix. Then fill with lemon-lime soda (ex: Sprite, 7Up, Slice, Sierra Mist, etc.)

El Toro

El Toro Recipe
Recipe
2 oz white tequila1 oz Kahlua coffee liqueur
Preparation Instructions:Shake ingredients with ice; strain into cocktail glass.

Jager Volcano

Recipe
1/2 oz Jagermeister herbal liqueur1/2 oz cherry juice
Preparation Instructions:Fill glass with a shot of jagermeister, top off with the same amount of cherry juice. Serve.

My Wifes Snatch

Recipe
1 oz Midori melon liqueur5 oz ginger ale3 lime wedges
Preparation Instructions:Pour the Midori melon liqueur into a highball glass filled with ice cubes. Fill with ginger ale, squeeze in the juice from 2 or 3 lime wedges, and serve.

Top 10 Nightclubs in the World

Sankeys

It’s not the biggest club around England, but in this case, size doesn’t matter. How many other clubs do you know are ex-mills? Their aim is for you to have a good time, and luckily, you’ll find it hard to be disappointed. Three rooms (The Bar, The Basement, and The Boutique) each give you a different flavour, but for pure dancing, The Basement’s the place to be. What really had Sankeys flying up DJmag’s Top 100 Clubs Poll, though, was their “increasingly on-point” DJ line-ups. Justice and Carl Craig are only two of the regulars; where else would you want to be?


Warung

Next stop, Brazil. The party mood and rawness of nature that South America is famous for are fully infused in Warung. Surrounded by a beach and a rainforest, something about the passion of partying like mad amid the elements just feels right. If I had the use of a plane for a night, and could jet around the world to all the distant night clubs one after the other, this would be unquestionably be on the list. Add to that international DJs like Craig Vickers and Rowan Blades, and you’ve got all the exoticism you could ever want in a night club in Warung.

The Guvernment

And… representing Canada… we have the Guvernment (you knew we had to have a Canadian club in here right?). But in all honesty, from an unbiased standpoint, this is one serious super club (nominated for Best Global Club in the International Dance Music Awards). With a capacity of 4000+, hydraulic light grids, and nine, count’em nine, specialized rooms, the Guvernment hosts more parties than Paris Hilton. You want futuristic? Go to the Orange Room. Feel like something mystical Moroccan? Try Tanja. Or just head up to the Skybar for a view of downtown Toronto that will leave you in awe. You can’t go wrong.

Pacha Ibiza

Ibiza’s roster of night clubs is as impressive as their night clubs’ rosters of DJs. The leading club in this roster? Pacha. It contains a maze of five rooms each presenting a different atmosphere, and a restaurant that serves sushi. As Ibiza’s trailblazing night club, Pacha has gone through an elegant transformation throughout the years, and in addition, hosts DJs like David Guetta. Like the Guvernment, it has been nominated for Best Global Club at the IDMAs, and is fully deserving of this honour.

Fabric

Recently named the best club in the world (again) by DJmag, Fabric is a club that is universally acknowledged as being the best at what it does because it simply focuses on the heart of club culture: the music. Although Fabric has been graced by the presence of top DJs, it is most widely celebrated for bringing underground dance music and more obscure, but still talented DJs to the spotlight. Fabric was also the first club in Europe to house what it calls a “bodysonic” dancefloor: clubbers on the dancefloor can literally shake it to the beat because parts of the floor are hooked up to 400 bass transducers that pump out the music being played, right into the dancing bodies via their feet. With 25000 square feet of room to get shook in a club in which “there’s never been so much as a dud DJ,” Fabric more than deserves a spot in this list.

Space Ibiza

Another nominee for Best Global Club (and another Ibizan club), Space does not lack any, as it was built on a sprawling parking lot. Its history is so deep-rooted in the growth of club culture that there is almost a kind of mutual respect between Space and the world-class DJs who have played there over the years. Extensive renovations have only improved this Ibizan paradise, and with its consistent Top 2 ranking in DJmag’s last few polls, Space is here to stay.

Womb

Womb is a club in Japan.

If any derivative of the word “technology” has not crossed your mind yet… then I must say I’m very disappointed in you. As would be expected of a Japanese creation, Womb is ultramodern (DJmag calls it a “space station”), with first-class lights and sounds - with major emphasis on sounds. Womb features plenty of space on its sizeable dance floor, above which hangs one of Japan’s largest disco balls: 1.5m across.

Glass walls on the top floor overlooking everything?

A cracking sound system?

DJs like Paul Oakenfold and Sven Väth?

Womb does Tokyo proud.

Amnesia

What is with Spain and its amazing night clubs? When the ice cannon welcomes you with a shower of dry ice, you know that you’ve arrived. As befits the night club crowned Best Global Club by the IDMAs, Amnesia’s sound system leaves little to be desired. Cream night at Amnesia always brings out the crowds, and the foam parties are inimitable. With a line-up that includes Armin van Buuren and Sven Väth, Amnesia has all its bases covered. What else would you expect from the best in the world?

Cocoon

Cocoon is another club that is linked with Sven Väth, but unlike the others, this night club completely bears the stamp of this legendary DJ. You can’t help but feel like you are really in a cocoon, although maybe in an über-modern style of cocoon. Both visually and acoustically, this club’s design is awe-inspiring; there is a 100m across, 360 degree screen bounces synchronized lights and images off it like no other. Add to that stunning cocoon-like features like a 100m long iridescent “Membrane Wall” and actual “cocoons” (each with a minibar, light controls, and a sound system), and once you get into Cocoon, you won’t want to come back out.

Zouk

“Zouk” (zook) -noun

-origin: French Creole for “party”

1. a style of dance music that originated in Guadeloupe and Martinique, featuring Caribbean rhythms over a disco beat and played with electric guitars and synthesizers

2. one of the top clubs in Singapore

How big is Zouk? It was the first night club in Singapore to play House music, and today is all the rage with the nation’s clubbing crowd. Zouk actually isn’t a club; it’s three interconnected clubs: Zouk, Phuture, and Velvet Underground - you can get an idea of what these three spaces are like, both visually and musically, by their names. Phuture is futuristic and plays broken beats, Velvet Underground has exquisite velvet-covered walls and plays laid-back house and soul, and Zouk, the main dancing stage, plays a blend of everything. Want more proof of Zouk’s commitment to being the best in Southeast Asia? It makes a point of sending its DJs to Europe and the US on a regular basis for “re-orientation,” and to acquire new music. Next time you plan a trip to Singapore, don’t leave until you’ve experienced Zouk.

Did it happen to you

You meet a cute girl inside a club and wanted to ask for her number and........ She didn't give her number out or she gave you a fake number. Well, I have gotten those before and the first time I have to admitted it sucks. I am here to tell you how to improve your chances of getting her number, and set up a date for tomorrow night. Once you get her interested into you then you should see how far you can push yourself to see where her limits are. This can be done by touching her, talking, or teasing her. Keep in mind, if you are not good at it then I suggest talking to her. DON'T just fill her up when you two are alonge because she might think your a pervert. If everything is going smoothly then try to get her number or play it hard to get.

I feel that anyone can get a girl or guy's number. It might be wierd for a girl to ask for a guy number, but I think that is HOT. I have use this many time. I have to admit it worked, if you know how to used it.

List of the most popular clubs in the city (San Francisco)

Ruby Skye
Slim's
Cobb's Comedy Club
Club Six
Cafe Cocomo Bar Grill & Nighlife
Filmore
Medjools
Rouge
Slide loung
Embassador lounge
Saga

That girl at the club

Have you ever went clubbing and met that one girl on the dance floor. She looks into your eyes and you look into her eyes. You have great chemistry on the floor. If you were to talk to her at the bar or outside, don't try to hard to think so much and relax and try to have a nice conversation with her to break the ice. I have done it before when I started going to clubs. I didn't know how to start the conversation. Well since then, I have learn and improve how to start a conversation.

Here are some tips that I would suggest for an icebreaker:

- No matter what DON'T just check her out because she wear something low
- Maybe ask what her favorite drink, if you know the bartender, they can make it to you on the spot.
- Watch where you place your hands on her
- Make her feel comfortable
- Don't be a show off

I know there more advice and better ones out there. The more you approach a girl the easier it gets in time. Always things as it is a job interview. I been going to clubs since high school, it is a fun spot and you will meet many interesting people.

Dont do this at a club!

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A Quick Guide to Proper Nightclub Etiquette

Do Dress Accordingly

Although you may not realize it, most clubs require you to follow a certain dress code. At most clubs, you're not allowed to wear jeans, sneakers or boots, though some do allow non-work boots. Dress shoes and pants are typically required of men and, at certain nightclubs; women may be required to wear a dress

Don't Forget to Tip the Bartender

If you've been to a nightclub before, then you probably already know that mixed drinks tend to be more expensive at these places. While you may think that paying for your drink is enough, keep in mind that bartenders are going to expect a tip from you. This can determine the type of service that you will receive from the bartender.

Do Be On Your Best Behavior

Most nightclubs have more than one bouncer. How much you can get away with at a club will certainly depend on the attitude of the bouncers. However, do keep in mind that most bouncers are looking for a reason to throw you out.

Don't Try to Pick Up Everyone You Meet

There's no doubt that one of the main reasons that people go to nightclubs is to meet people. However, it's best to not try to pick up everyone you meet - especially if you're intoxicated.

Cop Dance

Best of asian dancing guy from Hot Rod

Baby Hot Rod Asian Dance

Russell Peters (Dance Dance Revolution & Fuck Face) Damn Funny

Funny Dance and Party Bloopers

LEVELS OF DANCERS!
1. Beginning dancer. Knows nothing.
2. Intermediate dancer. Knows everything. Too good to dance with beginners.
3. Hotshot dancer. Too good to dance with anyone.
4. Advanced dancer. Dances everything. Especially with beginners.

We want to re-visit again this week this but look at something I have seen that is harmful to new dancers. On a few occasions I saw a beginner level man teaching a newer lady how to dance. This, in itself, would not be too bad but in both cases the men were ones that never take a dance lesson. And, they can't dance! And, they try to seek out a new lady that can't dance either but is too new to know the difference.
So, when out dancing and you see a new lady dance with them and:

DO!
1. Keep it simple
2. Keep it pleasant
3. If she goes the wrong way, let her.
4. If she doesn't get the easy move try once more with a BETTER LEAD then move on.
5. If she asks "is that right" Tell her "It worked for me"
6. Thank her for the dance.
7. Encourage her to join the next "before the dance" group class or one during the week.
8. Ask her to dance at least once more during the night and repeat the above.


DON'T!
1. Do not try to teach her the latest whiz bang pattern you just dreamed up.
2. Don't make her feel like a loser.
3. And if you can't understand any of the above then:
4. Don't ask her to dance again.

Police Dancing

May Cause Confidence, Dance dance dance

Dont DANCE on a table....

Baby break dance

Evolution of Dance

DOs and donts about going to the club

Don't drink to much before going to the club
Don't forget your ID
Don't lose your money
Don't drink and drive
Don't start to fight

Do get ready on time
Do get on the guest list or hook up
Do have fun

Wine and Cheese (the pairing guide of wine and cheese)

Cheese, Wine

Ardrahan, Pinot Noit, Chianti, Sangiovese
Asiago, Bardolino
Azeitao, Tempranillo
Banon, Chenin Blanc, Bordeaux
Bel Paese, Chardonnay
Baby Swiss, Asti Spumanti
Blue Tawny Port, Madeira, Sherry
BlueCastello, Chenin Blanc, Sauvignon Blanc
Boursin, Gewürztraminer
Brick, Chardonnay
Brie, Champagne, Sweet Sherry, Merlot
Bucheron, Chardonnay, Sauvignon Blanc
Camembert ,Cabernet, Chenin Blanc
Cheddar,mild Champagne, Chardonnay
Cheddar, sharp Cabernet, Rioja, Sauvignon Blanc
Cream Cheese, White Zinfandel
Crème fraiche, Dessert wine
Fresh Mozzarella, Light Reds, Whites
Garrotxa Merlot, Gewürztraminer
Goat Cheese, Sancerre, Vouvray
Gorgonzola, Sauternes - Bordeaux
Gouda Riesling, Champagne

Don't drink this wine with this food

White wine should only be paired up with fish and seafood (light food).

Red wine should be paired with meat dishes.

In other words don't drink white wine with a meat dish, they don't compliment one another very well.

Top Restaurants in the East Bay

The Top 10

Eccolo
Website
1820 Fourth St, Berkeley, CA Chez Panisse alum branches out on his own, bringing Italian rusticity to Fourth Street's main drag.

Amber Bistro
500 Hartz Ave, Danville, CA Executive Chef Jerry Gomez blends Japanese, Thai and other Asian flavors at this hip dining destination.

Pearl Oyster Bar & Restaurant
5634 College Ave, Oakland, CA Rockridge seafood spot serves up small plates and delicate flavors.

Va de Vi
1511 Mt Diablo Blvd, Walnut Creek, CA Asian- and European-inspired small-plate dining comes to Walnut Creek.

Bendean
1647 Solano Ave, Berkeley, CA Bustling Solano Avenue spot offers Cal-Mediteranean fare in a slick setting.

Albany Bistro
1403 Solano Ave, Albany, CA Creative presentations at this East-West fusion restaurant draw local neighborhood crowds.

Ristorante Amoroma
360 Park St, Moraga, CA Chefs prepare a seasonal menu of traditional homemade pastas and meat entrees at this elegant restaurant.

House Of Chicken N Waffles
444 Embarcadero W, Oakland, CA Hipsters and soul-food junkies get their late-night fix of crispy fried chicken and syrup-slathered waffles at this homey diner.

Gioia Pizzeria
1586 Hopkins St, Berkeley, CA Gourmet toppings and thin crusts will please both adventuresome California pizza aficionados and NY slice fans.

Sahnmaru Korean BBQ
4315 Telegraph Ave, Oakland, CA "Seoul food" hot spot offers stews, barbecue and hard-to-find Korean specialties.

Do's! Quick+Easy+CHEAP+Healthy Meals

Lunchtime: 10 Great Ways to Eat Well Every Day

1. Chicken salad, tuna salad and turkey salad! Enjoy on a bed of lettuce with other fresh veggies or as a sandwich on low-carb bread.
2. Quesadillas! Fill low-carb tortillas with meats, vegetables and cheese. 3. Sandwiches! Stuff a low-carb tortilla or low-carb bread with avocado slices, chicken, sprouts and other veggies and protein.
4. Leftovers! Leftovers are great for both lunch and dinner. If you make a roast chicken the night before, you can use the meat as a base for either a salad or sandwich.
5. Ready-to-drink shakes or handy snack bars! Supplement these Atkins products with a piece of cheese or fresh vegetables. If you have moved beyond Induction, you can supplement with a some berries or a handful of nuts as well.

6. Caesar salad, Cobb salad, chef salad! Any salad that contains proteins (cheese or luncheon meat made without nitrates) and low-carb dressing is a healthy option.
7. Omelets! If you haven't had eggs for breakfast, an omelet loaded with meat and vegetables makes a good lunch.
8. Burger...no bun! You can make a quick run for your favorite fast food restaurant. Order a bun-less burger and a side salad.
9. Miso soup and sashimi! If you're going Japanese, fresh fish is an excellent selection. However, pass on the sushi rolls made with rice.
10. Steak, lobster...dinner for lunch! Treat yourself. A juicy steak or a chicken breast with a side of veggies is more than suitable and a great way to beat lunchtime boredom.

Wine DOs And DON'Ts...

Here are some informative "Wine Don'ts" adapted from the Complete Idiot's Guide to Wine, which is another good read and wine resource book! (The notes in the parentheses are ours.)

* Wine DOs and DON'Ts Don't store wine in hot places or in the sunlight.
* Don't keep wine in the trunk of your car.
* Don't store your wine standing up (keep the cork moist).
* Don't fill a wineglass more than halfway (so you can swirl it).
* Don't serve wine in new, unwashed glasses.
* Don't pop the champagne cork. Slowly twist it and pull it off.
* Don't serve a white wine too cold, or reds too warm.
* Don't buy wine from the store window.
* Don't give too much attention to wine snobs.
* Don't assume a vintage date means good quality (unless it says Wilson Creek).
* Don't assume a cork in a bottle is a sign of good quality.
* Don't fail to ask when you don't understand wine terminology.
* Don't take the 100-point rating system too seriously.
* Don't assume all Napa wines are superior. (Notice the many awards Temecula wineries have won)
* Don't assume the words "reserve" or "classic" on a U.S. wine label have any significance. (note: except Wilson Creek wines of course)
* Don't assume all bottle-aged wine in a single case will be of the same quality.
* Don't accept a faulty wine in a restaurant.
* Don't accept a bottle in a restaurant that hasn't been opened at your table.
* Always assume that Wilson Creek wines are far superior in quality (we added this one... just seeing if you're paying attention!)

http://www.wilsoncreekwinery.com/Wine-101/Wine-DOs-and-DONTS.aspx

Food and Wine

This week the blog will be all about delicious food with the proper glass of wine. Please feel free to comment and make suggestions.

Do's and Don'ts for Success in a Long Distance Relationship

-Don’t put a few dollars over saving a relationship.

-Do recognize the trade-offs necessary for an often-apart relationship and do learn to be smart financially (low long distance rates, low airfares, etc.)

-Don’t assume that love by itself will carry you through.

-Do learn to be independent, and when apart from your partner, enjoy your solitude and your friendships

-Don’t assume that a couple has to go everywhere two by two.

-Do learn to be independent, and when apart from your partner, enjoy your solitude and your friendships.

-Don’t, however go to the opposite extreme and start spending more time with friends than with your partner.

DON'T LIE! Even the smallest things matter.

Take this story for instance…
Why White Lies Count
In a Women's Health survey of nearly 600 women, 70 percent said that they lie to their significant other at least some of the time. So when my friend Sarah said she never tells tall tales to her honey, I rolled my eyes and pressed her to confess. She finally admitted that though she'd never lie about anything important, a few weeks ago she'd told him she spent an afternoon at the gym when in reality she was at a cafe flipping through magazines and eating Rice Krispie treats. "I had sworn that I was going to start exercising again and was too embarrassed to admit I'd wimped out," she explained. Those little lies tend to roll right off the tongue, but they're more important than you might think. The motivation behind them is based on a fundamental misunderstanding about love. It all goes back to mom and dad: "When your parents asked if you had a good day at school or if you put away your toys, if you answered anything other than 'yes,' they were upset," says Elayne Savage, Ph.D., author of Breathing Room: Creating Space to Be a Couple. "By punishing the wrong answer, they inadvertently taught you to say whatever would make them happy." As a result, the knee-jerk response to people whose approval we crave is to give them the "right" answer instead of the real one. Bad idea. "Real intimacy requires mutual understanding that includes knowing and accepting each other's flaws, quirks, and weaknesses," Dr. Savage says. If you want to grow closer to someone, you have to get into the habit of exposing yourself instead of always trying to present the "perfect" you. Another very good reason to avoid casual bending of the truth is to preserve your overall credibility. If a friend had happened to see Sarah through the cafe window and mentioned it to her husband, it would have made him wonder what other lies she might be telling.


By Nicole Beland, Women's Health

Do's

Don'ts

Don't text message a girl out for the first date

Food And Wine

Everyone in the world loves food. Food in my opinion is what helped make America such a wonderful place to live in, and it also brought people of different cultures from all around the world together. What also makes food extra special is the perfect glass of wine to go with it. If you have any recipes and the perfect glass of wine to go with it, please don't hesitate to post them.

Intro

Welcome to the Do’s and Don’ts blog.

We will be discussing the Do’s and Don’ts of various topics of life, such as dating, food and wine, drinking and diets on a weekly basis. Starting every Monday with a new topic. This blog will start off with the Do’s and Dont's of dating and relationships on January 12, 2009. Please add any personal opinions, thoughts or experiences about this topic to the blog