"You were born with potential You were born with goodness and trust You were born with ideals and dreams You were born with greatness You were born with wings You are not meant for crawling, so don't You have wings Learn to use them and fly!"
Makes 4 Servings 1 pack of *Italian Style Chicken Sausage, I use Aidells fully cooked and cut the links into bite size pieces 1 tbsp extra virgin olive oil 1 tbsp butter Salt and pepper to taste 16 oz pasta, I like to use wheat or gluten free 2 cloves garlic, minced 2 shallots, minced 1 cup vodka 1 cup chicken broth 1/2 cup heavy cream 1 32 oz can crushed tomatoes 20 leaves fresh basil, I cut mine in small pieces with kitchen scissors but you can also tear them
* If you are not using fully cooked sausage you will need to add one more step and fully cook the sausage before adding it into the sauce.
This past weekend I attended Michael Jackson: The Immortal World Tour by Cirque du Soleil. The “King of Pop” was honored through his personal music, eccentric dancers, colorful multi-media screens and over-the-top acrobatic performers. Although the show is presented by Cirque du Soleil it is not the traditional company performance. The show is a tribute to Jackson’s life with routines that reflect Cirque du Soleil.
From the candid mime that keeps the show anchored to the wildly creative costumes and ultra-talented performers to Jackson’s amazingly famous tunes everyone in the audience truly has the opportunity to connect one last time to Jackson’s legacy. Mirroring Jackson’s “heart” for the world, children and less fortunate much of the show was dedicated to demonstrating his passion for such by literally incorporating the common thread of a “heart” throughout the scenes.
Captivating the audience and basically stealing the show was a one-legged dancer! You could feel the energy of the audience rise every time he took to the stage and twirled on his crutches, break danced and balanced on his one leg. He definitely embodies the can-do attitude while embracing his God given talent to preform – just like Jackson!
The show is currently on a world tour and if you can get tickets to Michael Jackson: The Immortal World Tour by Cirque du Soleil I would highly recommend doing so. You will get to rock out to his melodies while being touched one final time by the King of Pop’s last honored tribute.
I love the Jackson Five tunes … What is your favorite Michael Jackson song? Tell me on Twitter @CortneyBailey
This recipe is a super easy dish to make. The leftovers are even better the next day. For those of you who confuse Bell Peppers with hot & spicy, I’ll clear it up for you … they are super sweet and release an amazing taste as they cook with the below ingredients!
Stuffed Bell Peppers
What you will need: 4 large Red, Orange or Yellow bell peppers 1 pound of ground turkey (or a little less) 1 medium onion chopped (I use a sweet onion) 2 garlic cloves, minced 2 teaspoons chicken or veggie bouillon granules Salt to taste (pinch) Black pepper to taste (pinch) Garlic powder to taste (pinch) 1 cup cooked rice (I use brown) ½ cup cheddar cheese ½ cup sour cream 1 cup diced tomatoes ½ cup chopped green onion tops 1 tablespoon soy sauce 1 cup hot water
If you are a "Domestic Diva" and need to put your home on a cleaning schedule this one just might be of great help! I know it was for me. I came across the below list on Pinterest via the blog “Organizing Made Fun” and had to share it. Personally, I will never find organizing fun but necessary! No matter if you are the one who accomplishes your own "Cinderella Chores", as one of my friends refers to cleaning her house, or if you are one of the lucky people who hires someone to do the dirty work for you this schedule can be followed exactly as you see it or you can adjust it to fit your life ... it's all about making it convenient for your lifestyle and needs!
Monday:
Vacuum house thoroughly - vacuum each room, occasionally do vents and curtains and window crevices. (Total time: 25 – 30 minutes depending on house size).
Tuesday:
Dust house (Total time: 15 minutes depending on knick knack amount.) Occasionally wipe down nice furniture with polish.
Note: this is one reason I do not own lots of knick knacks!!!
Wednesday:
Clean back bathroom including toilet, counters, mirror, tub shower and clean floors. (Total time: 15-20 minutes).
Thursday: Clean front bathroom including toilet, counters, mirror, tub shower and clean floors. (Total time: 15-20 minutes).
Friday: Clean kitchen – mop floor and clean counter tops with bleach product. (Total time: 15 – 20 minutes)
Weekends: Other small projects or NOTHING!!!!
Share your Domestic Diva tips with me on Twitter @CortneyBailey
I personally did fall in "LOVE" with every minute of the preformance. In fact when it was over I wanted to stay for the next show! I've seen several Cirque du Soleil shows, and while they are all fasinating in their own way, every scene in LOVE took my breath away. From the legendary music, to the colors and props to the mega talented cast your mind will be racing to take every moment in - which is why a second show would be ideal!
Don't worry about seating either. Just like every great scene in the show, every seat in the house is perfect! Since the audotorium is round not one guest of the show has a bad view.
Personally, I rate The Beatles LOVE by Cirque du Soleil the best show by the company! Not only would I see it again and again I would highly recommend you adding it to your "to do" list when visiting Vegas or when planning your next trip!
Let me know your favorite Cirque du Soleil show on Twitter @CortneyBailey
The Toys for Tots Holiday Fashion Show at Tru Hollywood, presented by elite Fashion Academy, Los Angeles and Jane Owen Public Relations, was a huge success! As guests arrived to the event they were greeted by two handsome Marines. The Marines graciously took the new and unwrapped toys that each guest brought for entrance into the show. These toys will be delivered as Christmas gifts to needy children in the community - what a wonderful message of hope the Marines are able to give!
I was honored to MC the event and fashion show, along with my co-host “Anoush LA”, benefiting Toys for Tots because I believe no child should ever have to experience a Christmas without a gift. Style LA TV was also on-site to film the event and in-between my MCing duties I was able to do a few stand-up clips for their show!
Overall the Toys for Tots Fashion show at Tru Hollywood was a hit and I can hardly wait until next year’s event so that once again Los Angeles can give back to the children of their community.
What is your favorite way to give back to your community during the holidays? Tell me on twitter @CortneyBailey
There I said it, not only did I wish ALL of you a very Merry Christmas but I stuck the word “ghetto” in there. Say what?!? How does the birth of Christ and ghetto go together? I asked the exact same question until I watched Miss Angela Wood’s YouTube video on the subject and I have to admit she and her little “mini-me” do a pretty darn good job explaining the meaning of traditional Christmas in a very non-traditional way! Watch below:
You may have seen Angela Wood’s gorgeous face on countless national commercials but this Country Music singer and songwriter will capture your heart through her lyrics “Something I Need” and will then have you hooting and hollering to her song “Sex in the Country.” She’s a little bit city, a whole lot of country with a dash of Ghetto. Check out Angela’s web-site at http://www.angelawoodmusic.com/ and buy her latest EP’s from the album “Knock on Wood” on iTunes.
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If you have not seen the musical “WICKED” you are in for a marvelous treat! The show will captivate and dazzle you the entire time. Not only are the costumes and music ridiculously wonderful, the entire production, no matter your age, gender or music preferences, will entice you every second. Personally, I have seen the performance twice at the Pantages Theater in Los Angeles and both times I was laughing until my tummy hurt while trying to take in every second of the show. No wonder Entertainment Weekly declared it “The Best Musical of the Decade.” WICKED is currently on tour in various cities and makes a great gift for this holiday season!
The official WICKED website states, “Winner of 35 major awards including the Grammy Award and three Tony Awards, WICKED is the untold story of the witches of Oz. Long before Dorothy drops in, two other girls meet in the Land of Oz. One, born with emerald-green skin, is smart, fiery and misunderstood. The other is beautiful, ambitious and very popular. WICKED tells the story of their remarkable odyssey, how these two unlikely friends grow to become the Wicked Witch of the West and Glinda the Good."
What performances do you recommend? Tell me on Twitter @CortneyBailey
Are you looking for a fun activity to do outdoors that does not involve huffing and puffing? I would recommend you take a Segway tour! This is a leisurely outing that can be done alone, with friends or family. I took the Segway LA tour in Santa Monica, California but many major cities offer this exciting excursion. After you arrive at the Segway tour location of your choice you should receive a training session which lasts about twenty minutes. Once you are comfortable on the Segway you are off on your two-hour journey. Segway LA allows you to stay with your tour guide or go out on your own to explore the boardwalks of Santa Monica and Venice Beach. I started out with the tour group and then ventured out on my own with my friend and we had a blast! If you are nervous about riding on a Segway please don’t be! Trust me, after the first five minutes on the two-wheeled vehicle you will feel like a pro. Don’t forget to wear comfortable shoes and clothing and if you are riding in the winter, like I did, make sure you wear a coat!
Let me know what fun outings you enjoy during your free time on Twitter @CortneyBailey
This recipe is a super easy dish to make. The leftovers are even better the next day. For those of you who confuse Bell Peppers with hot & spicy, I’ll clear it up for you … they are super sweet and release an amazing taste as they cook with the below ingredients!
If you are a "Domestic Diva" and need to put your home on a cleaning schedule this one just might be of great help! I know it was for me. I came across the below list on Pinterest via the blog “Organizing Made Fun” and had to share it. Personally, I will never find organizing fun but necessary! No matter if you are the one who accomplishes your own "Cinderella Chores", as one of my friends refers to cleaning her house, or if you are one of the lucky people who hires someone to do the dirty work for you this schedule can be followed exactly as you see it or you can adjust it to fit your life ... it's all about making it convenient for your lifestyle and needs!
All you need is LOVE - or at least a great seat, which is what you will get at the Mirage Resort and Casino in Los Vegas! "With The Beatles LOVE, Cirque du Soleil, celebrates the musical legacy of The Beatles, through their timeless, original recordings," this according to the official web-site. 
HAPPY HALLOWEEN! What is everyone dressing up as? ME? I'm a Fox, my friend is the Raccoon and her dog is the Skunk! 
