Thanks so much for all the great iPod entries!

Those of you who won will be notified today. Those of you who did not luck out this time around - we may have more soon!

But if you have just become a lucky iPod owner, or already have one, we have lots of fun loot coming up for you!

Check this out:

Myvu’s universal media viewer works with all kinds of stuff, from mobile phones, portable DVD players and other media players like Archos, Zen and Microsoft’s ZuneTM — as well as all iPods. Users watch TV shows, videos, webcasts and movies INSIDE the glasses as if you were watching a large screen TV from six feet away.

So, lets say you were sitting on the subway and were watching … I don’t know… “Aly’s Favorite Things”…or “Allie and Aly explore Brooklyn Sushi” (coming to a screen near you soon), and squinting at that 2.5-inch screen was taking some of the potency of our drama out of your reach. (Aly reaches for the wasabi. What will happen next?!) Or you may want to use it to view some of your more traditional music videos, films, or programs. Whatever. You don’t know what you are missing. Just wait till our latkes and Easter egg series.

Well, if you got your hands on Myvu Universals, that would possibly turn you into the coolest guy or girl on the subway. Except for the one who fell in love with the BlackBook magazine girl and then cyber-wooed her before all the world, throwing caution and social doctrines of dating “rules” to the wind. He rocks.

Anyway, these glasses allow you to watch standard definition video and listen to stereo sound without having to stare at blinding-eye-stingingly-tiny physical screen. They have a small LCD embedded near the front of the glasses and the picture is sent to both eyes simultaneously, creating a tiny screen directly in front of your field of vision. And it totally works!!!

We shall give away ONE pair of these sci-fi tech-wonderland nerdy-sweet gadgets. Tell me your hottest “nerdy” trait, and why you need one of these babies. Most fun answer by Monday wins!

I am a grand bitch!!!

Late last night, Lily went into labor and I got to be there for the whole thing. (And let me tell you: I once witnessed a friend’s human birth. This? Way more fun!)

So far, there are four puppies - two boys, two girls! More pix to come soon!

Once upon a time, there was a toy that brought the word “vibrator” from seedy little shops to the mainstream. A toy whose named was derived from the unique tickle of its little ears on a certain most-intimate spot.The rabbit.If you viewed my recent toy-shopping tutorial video, you will have learned this is my all-time favorite toy. I’m not alone! Lots of gals love it, since the rabbits are designed for stimulating the vaginal erogenous zones and clitoris simultaneously - with the special aide of those ears!  Plus, they are just CUTE.The exciting news now is that my friends at Babeland (who provided the setting for BOTH of my videos, as well as one yet-to-be-aired), now have a Bunny Love kit! It includes a new and updated version of the rabbit, plus many other goodies. The Elastomer Rabbit Habit is made of a luxurious phthalate-free and latex-free material. You’ll want to hop into bed as soon as possible with this ingenious solution to cold winter nights! Gift pack includes batteries, Babeland Toy Cleaner, two Babeland condoms, and a 4-ounce bottle of BabeLube.And I have TWO to give away!So, have your try at it! Answer the following questions:1 - What is the URL of the video I made that mentions the rabbit as my favorite toy? (Hint: It’s posted in this blog in several places, just scroll down to earlier entries.)2 - The rabbit was made famous on a very popular television show (that I model my life after in many ways). What show was it? Extra credit if you can tell us a little bit about the episode!3 -  This version of the rabbit is better in what way? What does that mean?4 - Do you feel other animals of the animal kingdom are being screwed? (Pardon the pun.) Imagine the anatomy of your favorite creatures. What other ones may be born to be adapted to be pleasure objects?? Why should the rabbit have all the fun? Share.Two most correct (and entertaining) answers by Tuesday win a bunny love kit of their very own!

For those of you keeping abreast, these two adorable love birds (um dogs):

Lily
and

Frankie

are expecting puppies! Lily is due THIS WEEKEND, and multiple gorgeous Shorkie Tzus are expected!

Potential naming has already begun, but feel free to send your suggestions! If you choose a name I end up using, you will win a fun surprise gift!

Shopping becomes even more fun when we get what we want at the best deal possible. It’s something like discovering the sexiest man you’ve ever seen, staring at you from across a crowded bar, and then finding out after the fact he is also brilliant, sweet, and generous. Not to mention available and interested.

Seem like a fantasy? Well, the shopping part ain’t.

As we digest those final few swallows of pumpkin pie and rosemary stuffing, we realize the holiday shopping season has arrived. And while compiling your list and checking it twice, you can also be earning AAdvantage miles each time you shop online for gifts by using the AAdvantage eShoppingSM mall from American Airlines (www.aadvantageeshopping.com).

Even better, the American Airlines AAdvantage® program and MasterCard® have teamed up to offer online shoppers double AAdvantage® miles this holiday season for purchases made at any of the 25 participating retailers such as CiricuitCity.com, Staples.com, and macys.com on the AAdvantage eShopping SM mall site through Dec. 31, 2007. You can also join the AAdvantage program for free at www.aa.com/enroll.

The AAdvantage eShopping SM mall is so excited to spread the word about this opportunity that they are awarding brand-new 8 GB iPod nanos (those sexy new models that are near impossible to find in stores!) to five readers. That’s right: iPods!

To win, please comment below with your best bargain shopping secrets. How do you find your best deals on the items you most-want? Best answers by Thursday, November 29th win!

Hanging on to egocentric viewpoints will only exacerbate already tense situations with dear ones, friends or colleagues. Uncertainty reigns once the Moon-Mercury trine at 8:24PM PST begins a void lunar cycle lasting until 5:24AM PST tomorrow morning. Drop overnight decisions like a hot potato. Laugh away the blues by watching old comedy films or enjoying a video-fest with the gang. Gear up for another round of hard-to-decipher shenanigans in matters of the heart tomorrow when Venus and Uranus pull strings.

I have to stop reading this stuff.

According to iVillage,  a new study by Japanese researchers will have chocoholics everywhere breathing a sigh of relief.

We already know it can improve heart health, but now researchers discovered compounds in dark chocolate also seem to also improve blood flow in the arteries. A compound called flavanoids, found in highest levels in dark chocolate, seems to be responsible for the positive effect.

Note: This is SMALL doses. Chocolate is still loaded with fat and calories, and have more than a few bites, you will cancel out all this heart-healthy goodness.

That said, I’m going to get back to my soy hot chocolate.

PP Keyword: LOVERS worth 25 points good through 12/2/07

My horoscope for today:

You’re not entirely sure what’s going on with that romance, job or opportunity, so now is the time to ask big questions. You may not get the answers you’re hoping for, so be prepared to back out if necessary.

Yup. Just as uplifting as yesterday!

(All readings courtesy of astrology.com)

PP Keyword: HOROSCOPE worth 25 points good through 12/2/07

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Saturday night, my gal pal (and future roomie!) Kristin and I decided to cope with our mutual blahs by going out for a Thai feast. Among the items on the menu was something I had never tried before - Tamarind Chicken! It was so good (and so deliciously spicy) that I had to pass on the recipe to all of you.

Note: The chicken can be subbed with veggies or tofu.

Generally, Thai food is a mix of sweet, sour, and spicy, and this recipe is the epitome of this delectable description, although you can choose to make the dish mild (without chillies) and it will still be darkly wonderful and rich-tasting. (But we went for the super-spicy, of course!) Stir-fried with plenty of fresh shiitake mushrooms, this savory chicken dish will satisfy even the biggest of appetites.

INGREDIENTS:

* 4 chicken thighs, OR 2 chicken breasts, sliced into bite-size pieces (SERVES 2-3 people)
* 1 cup or more fresh or dried shiitake mushrooms, sliced (if using dried, soak in hot water for at least 3 hours)
* 2 thumb-size pieces galangal or ginger, sliced into matchstick-like pieces
* 3 cloves garlic
* handful fresh coriander
* 2 tsp. cornstarch powder dissolved in 3 Tbsp. regular soy sauce (or wheat-free soy sauce for gluten-free diets)
* 2-3 Tbsp. cooking sherry
* TAMARIND SAUCE:
* 2 tsp. tamarind paste (Note: if you can’t find this at Asian stores, look for it at an Indian food store)
* 1/3 cup water
* 2 Tbsp. fish sauce
* 2 Tbsp. sugar
* 1-3 fresh chillies, depending on how “hot” you want it

PREPARATION:

1. Place chicken pieces in a bowl and pour over the cornstarch and soy sauce mixture. Stir well to cover chicken with the sauce. Set near the stove to marinate while you make the tamarind sauce.
2. Make the tamarind sauce by mixing all sauce ingredients together in a cup (the tamarind paste and sugar should more or less dissolve in the water and fish sauce).
Also set near the stove.
3. Pour 2-3 Tbsp. oil into a wok or large frying pan. When hot, add the garlic, ginger, mushrooms, and chicken (together with the cornstarch/soy sauce marinade).
4. Stir-fry 1-2 minutes, or until the wok or pan becomes dry. At this point, add the sherry and continue stir-frying another 1-2 minutes.
5. When wok or pan becomes dry again, start adding the tamarind sauce 2-3 Tbsp. at a time, always when wok or pan becomes dry. Continue stir-frying in this way until all the sauce has been added and the chicken is cooked (8-10 minutes in total).
6. Remove from heat. Now, very importantly, you need to taste-test the dish and adjust the seasonings. What you’re looking for is a taste similar to “sweet & sour” - a pleasantly tangy flavor.

Usually you will have to add up to 1 Tbsp. fish sauce (instead of salt) and another Tbsp. or two of sugar in order to take the sour edge off the tamarind flavor (which is very strong, but excellent once it’s balanced with sweet and salty flavors!). But this is a very individual kind of preference - if you like “sour”, you may not need to add more sugar. Also, if the dish isn’t spicy enough for you, add a little more fresh chilli (or chilli sauce). If it turns out too salty, add 1-2 Tbsp. fresh lime juice (or substitute lemon).
7. Serve with plenty of Thai jasmine rice and fresh coriander sprinkled over. ENJOY!!

(Thanks so much to our friends at about.com for supplying this recipe!)