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Things We Love

CityFiles (DC): 5 Things I LOVE in Life

26th August 2010 by Lauren, "Gal About D.C." View Comments

Lauren’s reflections on fun things towards the end of the work-week.  She’s brilliant!!

To start off with the obvious, I love the Washingtonian. I don’t set my weekend plans in stone until I pick through every post, article, thought on the Washingtonian’s website or mag. There are tons of blogs and newsletters out there with DC-focused [...]

Things We Love: Haul Vloggers

20th August 2010 by Jess View Comments

Haul Vloggers: Allow me to explain.
Well we have Generation Y to thank for this. Haul Vloggers. Honestly, it sounds like some kind of crazy sci-fi creature plodding through the sand in a Star Wars movie. Seriously.
But no, haul vloggers are basically young women who shop and then show off their purchases on YouTube. As random [...]

Top 10 Things I’d Do if I Were a Reality TV star

11th August 2010 by Jess View Comments

Jess compiles an important to-do list in the case of instant reality TV fame.

These days everyone but your neighbor has had his shot at a reality TV show gig. After watching various forms of reality TV over the years, I can’t help but wonder.. how would I personally handle the fame?
Here is my list [...]

Things We LOVE: Cocktails on Monday

9th August 2010 by Christie View Comments

Ugh. Monday. SIGHHHHHHH.
Again?
Really?
Screw it! It’s summer and time to drink! Or, at least plot what we will be drinking later tonight to counteract the dog days of August. Who’s in? (!!)

Anyway, two of our favorite cocktails are simple, easy to make, and awesomely refreshing.
1. Vodka Lemonade (Warning: Goes down toooo easy)
* Take a pitcher, add [...]

Things We LOVE: Greek Stuff! (Beauty)

20th July 2010 by Laura, "Beauty Girl" View Comments

Greek Yogurt – Yum!  Kalamata Olives – Yum!  Feta – Yum! Throw in some beautiful greek islands, greek mythology, the Parthenon, a gyro and, man, I’m there!   Lately, I’m into all things greek, especially beauty products.  Beauty products?  Yes!  Ladies (and gentlemen), it is my pleasure to introduce to you, the incredible, the lovely, [...]