Lincoln didn't win, but Daniel did.

10 things you should know about the Academy Awards (in case you fell asleep):

1) Amy & Tina should host every award show, every year, including the Oscars. Sorry I'm not sorry, Seth.

2) Seth McFarlane isn't confident in his ability to tell jokes. Stick by that John Wilkes Booth joke, man.

3) Kristen Stewart is the epitome of awkward. This time with crutches.

4) The Oscars > The Grammy's. Jennifer Hudson + Adele = who cares about movies?

5) There was a tie for Best Sound Editing. Two death eaters won.

6) Jennifer Lawrence is human, and fell up the stairs. And won Best Actress.

7) Meryl Streep needs no introduction.

8) Ang Lee would like to thank the Movie God.

9) Anne Hathaway is cold. and Mrs. Obama is in the house (the White House, that is.)

10) Argofuckyourself. Congrats Ben.

                                       - with love,
                                                tsg

Earl of Sandwich

10 sandwiches you should know about (because they're the best I've ever had):

1) Sally's "Potrero Hill" in SF, CA

2) Sunflower Cafe's "Smoked Duck Breast Sandwich" in Sonoma, CA

3) The Mac n Cheese Grilled Cheese from American Grilled Cheese Kitchen in SF, CA

4) North Peak's "Pretzel Crusted Chicken Sandwich" in Traverse City, MI

5) The "Marin Melt" from the cafe at Muir Woods National Forrest in Mill Valley, CA

6) The Harissa Burger from St John's Bar and Eatery in Seattle, WA (I know, it's a burger. but it counts because it is the best burger I've ever had in my life.)

7) A Philly Cheesesteak from the one and only Pat's King of Steaks in Philadelphia, PA

8) The Melt's "Italian Job" located in various places around SF, CA (it's a food truck.)

9) And of course, "The Yardbird" at Slow's BBQ in Detroit, MI

10) But my very favorite is my homemade turkey sandwich with provolone cheese toasted on a Dutch crunch roll. Doesn't get much better (except for the Sunflower's roasted duck. that stuff is crazy good.)

                                   - love,
                                        the sandwich loving tsg

Dear Mr. President

10 things you should know about the POTUS:

1) John Quincy was a skinny dipper.

2) LBJ often held conferences in the bathroom. no shame.

3) Jimmy Carter was a peanut farmer. This never gets old.

4) Bill did not have sexual relations with that woman. (but he did.)

5) George W was a head cheerleader. This explains a lot.

6) Barack is a fan of both Harry Potter and Spiderman. As if we needed another reason to like him.

7) Andrew Jackson killed a man?

8) George Washington did not wear wooden teeth. That's a vicious rumor. So I'm here to put an end to it.

9) Ulysses got a speeding ticket on his pony. Talk about horse power.

10) Four score and seven years ago, Abe Lincoln was awesome. And he could rock a top hat.


                              - love,
                                  tsg (Abe's biggest fan)

Never Give Up

10 things you should not give up for Lent:

1) Facebook. You'll cave for sure. (sorry for my lack of faith in you)

2) Chocolate. Or at least don't come near me when you're cranky and have low blood sugar.

3) or cupcakes. This should be obvious.

4) Your germs. Wash your hands. It is still flu season.

5) Alcohol. Just ask my friend Andrea.

6) Beyonce.

7) Bathing (or brushing your teeth.)

8) Shopping. hey, it's good for the economy too.

9) Pinterest.

10) Caring about gun control, human rights, planned parenthood, and immigration.


                         love,
                            tsg (I'll never give up Bieber)

Give Up

10 things you should give up for lent:

1) Putting in extra hours at the office. Especially if it keeps you from the people and things you love.

2) Soda. Unless its diet (and even then), that stuff is horrible for you.

3) Using the term "good/bad Christian." Just try being a good person.

4) Smoking.

5) Prejudice, racism, homophobia, and sexism. We've all gotta start somewhere.

6) Crocs. Once and for all.

7) Caring about what one person (you know the one) thinks. Or why the Pope resigned.

8) Bottled water. Donate the money you save to help build wells for those less fortunate. (see also: plastic bags)

9) Your MySpace. No, but really.

10) Something you don't really care about. Something tangible. Try giving up your time to volunteer or do something you've always wanted to try.


                    - love,
                         tsg (who's giving up caring about what people give up for Lent)

Give My Regards

10 things you should know about Broadway (from a novice show-goer):

1) Elphaba is a strange name, but must mean "amazing voice" in some language.

2) Bruce Vilanch is hilarious in drag.

3) Hairspray is somewhat disappointing when you realize Zac Efron isn't really Link.

4) Defying Gravity will make you cry. Or at least give you tingling arm hairs.

5) And The Circle of Life moves us all.

6) It's for people who love singing and dancing and laughing and men in tight pants.

7) The Lion King's set and costume designer deserves a raise. Or at least a gigantic bonus check.

8) We can't all come and go by bubble.

9) The Book of Mormon is funny. Or so I've heard.

10) No photography or recording devices shall be used before or during performances. However, illegal self portraits are allowed.


                           - love
                                the tsg who's only been to three shows ever

Wine O'clock

10 things you should know about wine country:

1) Napa is by far more expensive than Sonoma, only because it's name is more prominent and prestigious (and easier to spell.)

2) Miner is the frat winery.

3) Wine country makes it easy to feel like you're a character from Grapes of Wrath (or maybe that's just me)

4) Stars hollow must have been modeled after Sonoma's town square

5) Wine barrels are expensive. Like $1000 a pop.

6) It's where the happy cows (and sheep) live.

7) There are no grapes in February, just rows and rows of vines.

8) There are over 600 wineries in the valleys. Plenty of wine (and "sparkling wine") to go around!

9) Champagne can't be called champagne unless its from champagne. Hence "sparkling wine."

10) If you haven't gathered, wine is made there. And you must be 21 to participate in the tour.


                                  - with love,
                                          tsg *with riesling in hand