June 12

One. 
Lily Cole. The leading lady of Heath Ledger's last film, "The Imaginarium of Dr. Parnassus, is both charming and beautiful on screen. With two more motion pictures currently in the making, I expect to see more of Ms. Cole.

Two.
Tennesee Tea. There's a 100 degree heat index today in Nashville, and days like today, there's nothing better than this cold drink on the front porch. Mix some Firefly sweet tea vodka with a little lemonade and enjoy.

Three.
I'm loving Jessica Klingelfuss's fashion photography. Check out her whole portfolio at her website, www.jessicaklingelfuss.com

Four.
A scene from "The Holiday".


Iris: You know, I never really thought I'd say this, literally never, but I think you were absolutely right about us. Very square peg, very round hole.


Jasper: You cannot mean that.


Iris: The great thing is I actually do. And I'm about three years late in telling you this, but nevertheless I need to say it. Jasper, you have never treated me right. Ever.


Jasper: Oh, babe.


Iris: Shush! You broke my heart. And you acted like somehow it was my fault, my misunderstanding, and I was too in love with you to ever be mad at you, so I just punished myself! For years! But you waltzing in here on my lovely Christmas holiday, and telling me that you don't want to lose me whilst you're about to get MARRIED, somehow newly entitles me to say, it's over. This - This twisted, toxic THING between us, is finally finished! I'm miraculously done being in love with you! Ha! I've got a life to start living.

So many of us can relate to Iris. I love when she realizes Jasper is not what she wants, and takes control of her life back. Smart lady.




Five.
With Bonnaroo going on this week, I've been hearing alot of exciting stories and reports from friends that are there. One band I would love to have seen is The Black Keys. They're new album, "Brothers", quickly became a big part of my summer soundtrack.

Six.

I really like that God made lightning bugs. I think we have a lot to learn from lightning bugs. We all have the ability to send light into the world, even though most of us tend to only give it in spurts (just like they do). Sometimes when we are making the effort to shine our light, we can feel unappreciated, unnoticed, or insignificant. But even if we are not seen, our light is. And that is the most important part. And the best thing about it? It is in the darkest part of the night that the light shines the brightest.

June 11

One.
Yesterday, one of my heroes, Conan O'Brien, did a surprise rockabilly concert at Third Man Records, Jack White's store here in Nashville. I'm unbelievably lucky to have been on the front row of this once in a lifetime chance. And the Conan picture featured in my March 13th post? Conan actually took it from my hand and showed it to the audience before signing it and returning it to me. What a day, what a day.
Read more about the event here.

Conan already spreading the love as he arrives at Third Man.

Jack White threw water bottles off the roof to the fans waiting in line to get in.

My locally created Conan painting, post autograph.


Two.
Earlier this week, I was able to be on set at the Country Weekly Fashion Show/Concert Fundraiser. (I'm doing the editing for a piece by Goldsounds Entertainment). Whitney Duncan, who acted in the video, modeled on the runway, and performed for the crowd, really caught my attention with her friendliness, stage presence, and most of all amazing voice. Country fans, check her out at her website, http://www.whitneyduncan.com/

Three. 
"Everyone knows what their roots are, but you've got to explore everywhere. You've got to explore the sky, too." - Mick Jagger. 

Four.

No introduction here, just my favorite Ellen Degeneres of all time. Oh, Gladys.

Watch by clicking HERE. 

Five.

Dan Addington is an incredible artist, who I learned of through Rymer Gallery Nashville. "My paintings often include combinations of anatomical imagery, memorial sculpture, romantic symbolism, and religious iconography", he states on the gallery's website. "Through a mixed use of painterly languages, these works explore a sense of loss, and address mankind's desire to locate spiritual meaning." You can view more his breathtaking works by clicking HERE.

Six. 

I know many of you have probably already seen this, but it certainly wouldn't hurt to watch it again. This little girl is adorable! I think we could all give this a try every now and then too...

Watch the video by clicking HERE.