Splendora Newsletter, January 18 2002

What to see: Black Hawk Down
What to rent: Wet Hot American Summer
What not to rent: Made (it's worse than Coyote Ugly!)
What to wear: Peasant inspired wares
What to hair: Stick straight
What to make-up: Purple eyeshadow
What to read: Splendora's Platinum Guide
What to listen to: Galaxie 500's, "This is Our Music"
What to make: Vegetable tartine
Color of the moment:Aubergine
Who to lust after: Britney Spears

"I pamper myself by snuggling on the couch, Stoli Oranj and tonic in one hand, and remote control in the other".

Lauren R.
New York, NY

Good lord, we did not believe this union would last so long--they're practically betrothed at this point. I mean, what else can they throw in this mix, more MTV appearances, perhaps a little more ink on the arms...they're running out of co-dependent couple cliches!There is not much to say about this terribly trashy twosome...but, we must admit, we're a little obsessed. Tee-hee!

We're officially on Real World overload. MTV has been running a RW Marathon of all the booty seasons back2back to build anticipation for the newer (and lamer season). Of course, we had to watch [disclaimer: it was on at the gym, it was unavoidable!] Anywho,while in the midst of the marathon, we came to the conclusion that this program has has not only lost its oomph, it's just plain bogus. Yeah, yeah, we know you're thinking 'Where have we been for the past 5 years?' The show has turned into a teen hormone fest for 18 to 21 year olds. Most of the kids on the new show do little more than flaunt their overly made-up faces (with horrifying brows we might add) and flex their tight abs for the camera. Whatever happened to the Heatha B's, the Dominic's, the Flora's...people who actually were post college with jobs and lives? Isn't that what most people consider, "the real world?"

Can you tell we're in a big TV phase right now? We just can't get enough of the boob tube. We do love Will & Grace (and it has nothing to do with our Founder knowing Debra Messing), it's simply one of the only shows that makes us laugh out loud. Each week if you can make it through the semi-lame gay jokes, then you will be treated with a stellar song and dance routine by Jack and Karen. Thank god Rosario locked them in her room last night, the "Mr. Sandman" routine was both classic and truly inspirational. Love that show...

FOR SPLENDORA MEMBERS ONLY

This evening at 8 PM, the fabulous Therapeia is holding it's 1 year anniversary party! The soiree will be catered by the delish S.F. restaurant The Meetinghouse...bubbles will flow, chair massages will be administered, and music will be danced to!

R.S.V.P. to Therapeia at (415) 885-4450

Therapeia is located at:
1801 Bush Street
San Francisco, CA

And in case you missed it last week-

FOR SPLENDORA CARDHOLDERS ONLY: An Exclusive Offer From Hotel Diva

Celebrate the splendor of SF with a fantastic offer from Hotel Diva! For a limited time, Hotel Diva will offer Splendora Cardholders a special discounted rate of only $135 a night, including FREE parking (valid until 6/30/02).

To schedule your weekend getaway, call 1.800.553.1900 or book online at www.hoteldiva.com

LOS ANGELES

This Saturday evening in L.A. spend some time at Hollywood's the Knitting Factory and take in a show by Princess Superstar, Anubian Lights, Clone Revolt. Princess Superstar is getting super press and I hear that for a white gal, she sure can rhyme.

Knitting Factory
7021 Hollywood Blvd.
(323)463-0204

NEW YORK

And if you have not already seen it, check out the fantastic "Norman Rockwell: Pictures for the American People" exhibit at the Guggenheim Museum. Exhibit lasts through March 3.

Guggenheim Museum
Fifth Ave. at 89th St.
(212)423-3500