Watching Another: July 2010

Hairstyles from the 78th Annual Academy Awards

The 78th Annual Awards is a great gala of great looking celebrities. Everyone is dressed their best and have some of the hottest hairstyles. We will take a quick glance at some of the hottest looks for male and female nominees. We start with the best female celebrity hairstyles and there are a huge selection to chose from.

Lets start with two England stars Rachel Weisz and Keira Knightley, two great actresses. Rachel Weisz's tie back chignon style was very sleek and tight. The hair is brushed up and arranged smoothly as to present her facial area with much distraction. A very cute look with complex tie back. Keira Knightley's look is quite different with split bangs and a pony tail. The hairstyle is not as elegant as the one from "Pride and Prejudice" but is still beautiful. Now we go to great blond hairstyles presented by some of the bigger names. Charlize Theron presented two great looks, the first one before presentation with split hair and crunches all around. Her second look during presentation was with split bangs and a very elegant updo. Reese Witherspoon is as usual with a very great hairstyle to match her homely nature. Her simple elegant updo presents a southern touch similar to her "Sweet Home Alabama" hairstyle. Two hot divorcees that any man would be more than happy to pickup include Jennifer Anniston and Nicole Kidman each with simple, flowing hairstyles slightly sweeped on one side. Both are great looks that are not too fancy. Jada Pinkett Smith shows a very sexy, sleek hairstyle that is sweeped to one side with a simple tie back as well. There are many more hot looks as well. Now lets name those women's hairstyles to avoid. I found Dolly Parton's hairstyle that only she can pull off and definitely no one else should even try. Jessica Alba and Amy Adams both had updos that were not as flattering to their face. Both were not done well and too high for miss Alba's. These hairstyles could have been done better.

When it comes to the male celebrity hairstyles, there are a variety of great looks. We start with Jake Gyllenhaal who had a very clean, hairstyle that did not match his slight beard growth. Luke and Owen Wilson presented two very different looks during their presentation. Luke presents the sleek, clean hairstyle while Owen has the wild long hair. Although Owen has done his hair better at other events, they both have descent hairstyles. Now on to the male hairstyles that were not so appealing. Tim Burton is a crazy guy and so is his hairstyle. Most guys should try to avoid this look. Also, Heath Ledger's was just not his best look. With so many prior great looking hairstyles, this one is just not a good one. This hairstyle was more sloppy and just not as appealing. One look that really surprised us was Tom Hank's long hairstyle that just did not seem to fit him. The look was more fitting on Tom Cruise but just not as fitting on Mr. Hanks which shows long hairstyles are not great on all guys.

Well this concludes the quick run down on Academy Award hairstyles. Until the next major celebrity event, keep your eyes peeled on those movies and big names in them.

Cindy Marcus is the editor of Latest-Hairstyles.com, a popular resource for hairstyles providing tips and resources for new style ideas. For more coverage on the 78th Annual Academy Awards hairstyles and to see other celebrity hairstyles, visit Cindy's site today.

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Light and tasty summer fare: Tuna w/ Black Bean/Corn Salsa

Black Pepper Crusted Tuna

The ingredient
4, 4-6oz. Tuna steaks (if frozen, thaw first)
1/2-3/4 cup cracked black peppercorns
Juice of 1/2 lemon

Black-Bean and Corn Salsa
2 cans of black beans, drained and rinsed
2 cans of corn, drained and rinsed
2 bell peppers, diced
2 avocados, diced
1 bunch of green onions, chopped
1 jalapeño, diced (optional)
1/2 bunch of cilantro, chopped
1/4 cup of lime juice
1/4 cup of olive oil

Tuna prep
*Squeeze the juice from the lemon over all four tuna steaks.
*Coat each side of the tuna in the peppercorns, eave the edges uncoated.
*Heat a large, non-stick skillet (lightly-coated with your preferred cooking spray) over medium-high heat.
*Place the tuna in the skillet. You definitely want to hear the sizzle. This lets you know that the tuna is searing properly and ensures that the peppercorns will stick to the tuna.
*For slight rareness, cook for 3-4 minutes on each side. (depending on your preference of doneness, you can leave it on each side for more or less time)
* Add salt, pepper, cumin, cayenne pepper and granulated garlic to taste

Black-Bean and Corn Salsa
Combine all ingredients in a bowl and mix. Use the cumin and cayenne pepper sparingly as the can overpower the mix.
Once combined, let the salsa sit in the fridge for at least 30 minutes. This allows time for all the flavors to mesh together.

To Serve: Place one tuna steak (one per serving) atop a bed of the salsa. Garnish with cilantro. Enjoy!

Tip: If you have leftover black-bean and corn salsa, use it as a dip with some Wheat Thins, Triscuits or tortilla chips.

Veg out with Leonardo DiCaprio

Leonardo DiCaprio was born the on November 11, he is a Scorpio, the seducer of the Zodiac. Water sign Scorpio's are said to be strong willed and magnetic. Leonardo DiCaprio definitely seems to fit such qualities. The gorgeous DiCaprio is not only a great actor, he is also a practicing environmentalist and humanitarian. DiCaprio flies commercial flights, uses solar power, and drives a hybrid too. DiCaprio also donates and volunteers for children's causes. All these qualities make me love Leonardo DiCaprio even more. I suspect Leonardo DiCaprio will have a lifelong successful acting career like the great actor Jack Nicholson. Be sure to catch DiCaprio's next great movie "Inception", a sci-fi thriller
in theaters now.

Being that Leonardo is an environmentalist he usually eats environmentally friendly - healthy food. Quinoa burgers are all those things and vegetarian too. This is an easy healthy Quinoa Burger recipe to follow and serves a party of 4.

Ingredients:
• 1/2 Cup Quinoa, rinsed
• 1 carrot, diced
• 6 scallions, sliced thin
• 15 oz. can Northern beans, rinsed and drained
• 1/4 Cup breadcrumbs
• 1 Large egg, beaten
• 1 T cumin
• 1 t ground salt
1/4 t ground pepper
• 2 T olive oil
• 1/2 Cup Greek yogurt, plain
• 1 T Lemon juice
• 4 Pita breads
• English cucumber, sliced thin

Preparation:
Boil 3/4 cup of water in a saucepan, add quinoa cover and reduce heat and cook for 12 to 15 minutes until the water is absorbed, then set aside.
Pulse carrots until finely chopped in a food processor. Then add quinoa, half of the scallions, breadcrumbs, beans, egg, spices, pulse until all the ingredients are well combined, but still chunky.
Form quinoa mixture into 3/4 inch patties.
Cook burgers for 8 to 10 minutes until browned in a heated and oiled skillet,
Mix greek yogurt, lemon juice, and the rest of your scallions, a pinch of salt and pepper for the yogurt sauce.
Top quinoa burgers with yogurt sauce and sliced cucumbers, now enjoy!

Paris Hilton – Sexy Wet and Wild Vacation

Paris Hilton walks the plank in a very sexy, colorful string tied bikini

What could be more refreshing on a hot summer day than some chilled champagne?

Well, when you are the Hilton sisters – Paris and Nicky – a mere bottle of champagne is hardly enough.

So you order up a magnum bottle or two to share with all your fellow party going friends.

This is exactly what Paris Hilton did after they stopped at La Voile Rouge in Saint-Tropez, France.

It wasn't long before the local jet set decided to thank Paris Hilton for the champagne by showering her in a chilled, bubbly champagne shower.

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Paris Hilton showers party goers from the deck

Paris Hilton was wearing a very sexy, plunge Monokini swimsuit with bright horizontal layers of warm colors blue, green, reds, orange, yellow which was dripping with champagne.

She seemed to enjoyed the refreshing champagne shower under the sunny skies.

She then turned the table on the party goers and squirted them with bubbly champagne.

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Paris Hilton showers sprays the guest with champagne

Kind of reminded us of our own youthful games of squirting our friends with water balloons or water pistols.

I guest that when you are as rich as Paris Hilton, you just have to knock it up a notch, and trade in your water balloons for a magnum or two of chilled champagne.

Paris Hilton was also pictured on the bow of her yacht in a very tinny multi colored tied bikini.

It seems that Paris Hilton really loved her yacht and she also Tweeted about it.

Our yacht is incredible! Has its own pool, hot tub, movie theatre, recording studio, spa/massage room, gym, arcade room, helicopter pad and the most beautiful bedrooms and decor.

Well, if Paris Hilton decides on sponsoring a BVB (Best Vacation Bubby) contest, you can count us in.

See more of Paris Hilton champagne vacation at Paris Hiloton Wet Champagne Shower and Paris Hilton Sprays Her Guests With Champagne.

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Get out of your comfort zone to work past plateaus

What you hate doing is usually what will help you the most…

When it comes to your workouts, most people know exactly what will help their progress and blast past their plateaus… It’s evident that “knowing” and “doing” are two different things, because some of the best so-called “experts” obviously forget to follow their own advice.

If you hate running, do it tomorrow. If you hate squats, make it your next workout. If you dread the stair-climber, let it be your next cardio workout. Learn to love the things you hate doing the most. Chances are, avoiding the obvious is exactly what’s holding you back. You’ve exhausted all your likeable options, now deal with reality!

No one likes to get out of their comfort zone. Why would you, it’s safe, it’s secure.. You are good at it, you know exactly what to expect. That 500lb bench press, no matter how impressive, has long become routine. That 10 mile run, no matter how effortless, has long become mundane. We are creatures of habit, and excellence in one area often prevents us from exploring further.

You will hate it, you will suck at it, you will dread the moment you fail. Maybe you’ll be outlapped by men twice your age, or maybe you’ll be out-lifted by a guy half your experience, but so what? Who are you really competing against, them or the person you were yesterday?

It's a go!

Once again, the team at AGB (Another Guy Blog) has decided to expanded into what we have found is another crowded field ---men's health, lifestyle, fashion, and fitness blogs. Oh boy! We really do like a challenge don't we.

Anyway, here goes.

Selena Gomez - Sexy and On the Run

Selena Gomez in sexy off the shoulder zibra top with fans outside of David Letterman Show

Selena Gomez is not only hot and sexy but very busy shooting or promoting her movies.

Selena Gomez shoots Monte Carlo

Selena Gomez recently returned from filming Monte Carlo with her fellow co-starts Katie Cassidy from the television show Melrose Place and Leighton Meester from the television series Gossip Girl in France.

Selena Gomez new movie - Ramona and Beezus

Selena Gomez was in New York City last week for the premier of her new movie - Ramona and Beezus.

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Selena Gomez getting out of car at movie premier

She wore a very sexy strapless, off the shoulder white with black stripes top to the David Letterman Show.

Gomez wore a black pencil skirt and black open toe high heels to go with the outfit.

We really love her very bright red lipstick, that capped her captivating smile.

She was also pictured in a pair of white shorts with white top, capped by a white top and tied black belt at the premier of her new movie Ramona and Beezus.

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Selena Gomez in white shorts at movie premier of Ramona and Beezus

Selena Gomez is currently on a promotional tour for her new movie Ramona and Beezus which opened in theaters on July 23, 2010.

The theme for the movie is very appropriate for current times.

Ramona father, played by John Corbett, company has been brought out by another company and he has been downsized.

The father faces unemployment during a time when they have embarked on a major house renovation project.

Of course, this situation will have pronounced effects on the children Ramona, played by Joey King, and Beezus, played by Selena Gomez.

Ramona and Beezus is a film adaptation based on the book Ramona Forever by Beverly Cleary.

Watch the trailer for Ramona and Beezus below.

Ramona And Beezus Trailer

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Ultra Sexy and Hot Mini Dresses on Sale

We just love the summer time; with all those hot, sexy mini dresses to keep you cool and sexy on a hot summer day.

Although we can look forward to many weeks of warm temperatures, for retailers – fall is already in the air.

Very sexy form fitting zebra mini dress

So this is a great time to add to your sexy mini dress collection at sale prices.

Zebra Print Mini Dress

Just love this tight fitting, booty hugging mini dress with zebra strips.

This ultra short mini dress really makes your booty stand out – whether walking through the mall on a hot summer day or dancing the night away on a deck overlooking the ocean.

Really a very sexy number and it on sale at $14.36.

Sequin Bliss Mini Dress

Very colorful and sexy two tone sequin mini dress

One of our favorite attention grabbers is the sequin mini dress.

Those sequins really reflect the sunlight and make you look fab under the bright dance floor strobe lights.

This eye catching two tone sequin mini dress features a very low cut back to keep you cool and send the guys' temperature rising.

This sexy two tone sequin mini dress is currently sale priced at $57.56.

Bootylicious Tied Metallic Mini Dress

Skin fitting, stretch liquid metallic mini dress

Skin fitting, stretch liquid metal mini dress

For those daring enough to be the center of attraction, well this bootylicious metallic mini dress is the perfect answer.

This skin fitting, stretch liquid metal mini dress has tied lacing down the back revealing a strip of skin down the back from the neck to the thigh.

The front of this very sexy metallic mini dress features a deep front V neck lacing.

This very daring metallic mini dress will make you the center of attraction were ever you go.

This very daring hot metallic mini dress is currently on sale for $55.96.

Mid Season Sales

Mid season is always a great time to add hot, sexy outfits to your wardrobe.

Not only are you saving money, but you will also be able to enjoy these sexy mini dresses now.

Plus, you can accessorize these sexy little mini dresses with a pair of knee high or thigh high boots, for a sexy little outfit the you can ware throughout the year.

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