Bieber Fever.

On a lighter and more derogatory note, I would like to share this link:

http://lesbianswholooklikejustinbieber.tumblr.com/

I hope I don’t offend anybody, but Big Al in the morning mentioned it this morning, and I have been having a ball looking at the pics. Good afternoon break.

And who are we kidding- Justin Bieber is going down in America’s history books.

Independence

I was thinking today about what Thomas Jefferson was doing on June 30, 1776. My guess, he was proofreading and looking forward to the next few days when he could kick back and relax with a pint of ale once the Declaration of Independence was adopted by the Continental Congress. Two hundred and thirty four years later, I am sitting here proofreading something far less important (just like I do everyday) and looking forward to the next few days when I will kick back and relax with a glass of wine once I make it all the way up to Grand Lake to celebrate my favorite holiday with my favorite people - my family. I love the Fourth of July because it represents two of the most wonderful things in life - fireworks and freedom. Thank you Thomas J., the forefathers, and the Continental Congress for all of your hard work leading up to July 4, 1776. I'm really glad you made that deadline and declared your independence so perfectly. What is better than a three day weekend in the middle of the summer to celebrate our unalienable rights of life, liberty, and the pursuit of happiness by lighting a bunch of stuff on fire and getting a massive sunburn at the lake? I submit to you, there is nothing!! If you can't tell yet, I am a huge fan...

When in the Course of human events it becomes necessary for one people to dissolve the political bands which have connected them with another and to assume among the powers of the earth, the separate and equal station to which the Laws of Nature and of Nature's God entitle them, a decent respect to the opinions of mankind requires that they should declare the causes which impel them to the separation.

We hold these truths to be self-evident, that all men are created equal, that they are endowed by their Creator with certain unalienable Rights, that among these are Life, Liberty and the pursuit of Happiness. — That to secure these rights, Governments are instituted among Men, deriving their just powers from the consent of the governed, — That whenever any Form of Government becomes destructive of these ends, it is the Right of the People to alter or to abolish it, and to institute new Government, laying its foundation on such principles and organizing its powers in such form, as to them shall seem most likely to effect their Safety and Happiness.

That just sets my heart a flutter. I can't wait to have a few drinks this weekend, toast to the USA, and get in argument about politics with my dad...all because I have the freedom to do so :)

GOD BLESS THE USA,

SES

You put the lime in the Coconut.

It’s Thursday….Do you have your hangover kit ready? Getting through a Friday at work after a great Thursday night out can be very painful. There’s something about Thursday nights- it’s like you are partying on a school night, and it feels illegal and oh so right.

Stop feeling the Friday pain. Forget Gatorade, this is the stuff: Coconut Water

While I have not tried this remedy myself, it comes highly recommended.

Coconut water is the clear liquid inside young coconuts. (The green ones are better.) Coconut water has 15 times more potassium than that found in sport drinks. It's also naturally loaded with the five key electrolytes: potassium, magnesium, phosphorous, sodium and calcium. It's what you need to stay hydrated. On a diet? No sweat! Coconut Water is also fat and cholesterol free.

I know what you are thinking- this sounds better than an I.V. I agree.

Pick up some Coconut Water today, and wish your hangover away.

Sarah WITH AN H

I have been blessed with a very simple name. I have never had to deal with people mispronouncing my name or calling me by a silly name-derived nickname, and I have never received a funny look upon introduction. But, believe it or not, I am the victim of a horrible annoyance that plagues my life on a daily basis - name misspelling.

Contrary to popular belief, there is only ONE WAY to spell the name Sarah. S-A-R-A-H. Sara is NOT MY NAME. When I call to order something, I always explain with particularity, my name is Sarah, S-A-R-A-H, Smith. It may not matter to you, but it matters to me. With the most common name in the USA, I take pride in that one element of uniqueness that allows me to say, no you spell it THIS way, please add that H :) In addition I love that not only is my name an alliteration, but my first and last name are both 5 letters long, begin with an S, and end with an H. In this OCD head of mine, butterflies flutter around and bluebirds sing when I think of how much that makes sense and goes together. That H is DAMN important.

So, to those of you who will not be named or singled out, when you write me emails, notes, store my name in your phone, whatever, and you leave off the H, you are simply getting it wrong. And, if I catch it, I will simply be annoyed. So please, remember the H. Because we Sara(h)'s want you to get it right the first time, next time you meet one of us, just take the time to ask about the H. It is the little things in life that make us smile, but it is the correct usage of the H that makes a Sara(h)'s day.

Love,

Sarah with an H Smith

Scattered Brain.

Like Sarah, I don’t have much to say this week. I am sleepy, and I know the minute I leave this place I will be in a great mood ready to set the world on fire again. Till then, I will practice my Debbie Downer attitude. Since I don’t really have just one story line, I will give you a run down on the last few days and what I am thinking.

1st Topic: Last Weekend
Last weekend was great. There’s nothing I like more then spending time with friends and family. (like the rest of America) I got to see two of my great friends babies, and I even got the chance to meet Wayne Coyne.

Seeing friends babies is always a fun thing- you get to see them when they are sweet and leave them when they are fussy. But then it also gets me thinking. You have kids. I am single. Your kid will probably be my ring bearer of flower girl. Why am I 10 years behind? But at least I know I will have cute kids for the time my big day comes.

So back to Wayne. We were having a casual dinner at a sushi restaurant in OKC. Someone pointed him out, and I had a mild freak out and had to get my picture taken. I get real weird around Celebs. (the few times I have seen them) I really can’t remember what I said… I know I said, “I hate to be that girl…but we spent new years eve together” What?! I remember thinking how skinny he was. (we did the arms wrapped around for our photo opt) But yeah, that’s about all I remember. Really, really cool guy.

Speaking of being weird around celebs. We once saw Tara Reid (I know, D list celeb) in NYC, and I ran around Urban Outfitters stalking her… so strange. I followed her, but I never said anything.

2nd Topic:
Toms now have heels. Aren’t these fun? This pic really doesn’t do them justice.

3rd Topic:
The Simple Life. Remember the show with Paris and Nicole? Well as stupid of a show it was, I really think everyone should have to try out odd jobs. It really makes you appreciate things more. On Monday, I had the chance to help out in a fast food restaurant, and let me tell you, it wasn’t easy.

I took on the task of changing the “reader board” outside. (you know the boards high in the sky with marketing messages on them?) Let’s just say that 30 minutes in 100 degree heat made me appreciate the people that have to change reader board signs.

However, this new found appreciation is not making this day at work any easier. All I can think about is the pool and the new book I am reading, “The Girl with the Dragon Tattoo.” Wow, I sound lame.

Hopefully next time I decide to write, I won’t be so scattered and actually have some material. USA.

USA USA USA

I don't have much to blog about this week because all I can think about is the World Cup and work. I am the kind of soccer fan that comes around about every four years for the World Cup. I pay attention to a few matches here and there, but I can't say that I am truly devoted. But, for some reason, I just absolutely love love love the World Cup ALMOST as much as college football. Weird, I know.

Today's game was INSANE. I think Landon Donovan is really helping me get over the royal eff up that is les Bleus. Somewhere in an office in Oklahoma City, OK my dad is snickering thinking "told you so" when I picked France to win every game in my bracket. I really really miss you Zidane...

Regardless, we are AWESOME. I really feel like we are getting a summertime game day this Saturday courtesy of Team USA. Thanks guys, I am super pumped to stress out all afternoon just like I did this morning.

Cross your fingers I get some more points in the bracket today...After residing at the bottom of for a full two weeks now, I'm REALLY gunning for 5th place...out of 7 :)

USA USA!!!

SES

You've Been Iced.

You’ve been iced. These are three words I hope I never hear. The thought of chugging a Smirnoff Ice literally puts my stomach in knots. Nothing that sugary and malty should be consumed at such a fast rate, bent down on one knee.

As you may have noticed “BrosIcingBros.com” has been shut down. Who shut it down? The one and only Smirnoff Ice brand itself. When I read this news today, I was shocked. This whole time, I thought this was some genius marketing guy’s idea at Smirnoff. As it turns out, this is not another viral marketing stunt.

Smirnoff Ice has taken measures to stop the misuse of its Smirnoff Ice brand and is making it clear that “icing” does not comply with their marketing code. So basically what I am telling you, Christmas came early to the Smirnoff brand. With no marketing dollars, they have boost sales, and they owe it all to this cheesy little game.

So who is behind “icing?” The face behind the “Bros” website is actually a 22-year old recent college grad using the name “Joe.” “Joe” better hope Smirnoff does not take legal action, because they would definitely have a case:

“They [BrosIcingBros.com] are using the trademark in a way that disparages the product and exposing Smirnoff to liability. The Bros site included the name of the product, which is a trademark, as well as pictures of the product that include the brand's logo.”

My only advice- you best be packing a Smirnoff Ice at all events this summer. While the website might be down, the game has just begun. You’ve been iced.