Sad news over the weekend on the passing of Paul Newman. What a treasure to have had him as part of our community. Not you typical movie star. I'm glad I had the chance to see him and Joanne in person if only once. If you have any memories you'd like to share about him please leave a comment.

On another topic....as our politicians continue to dance around our financial mess I've decided to look forward to another round of Dancing With the Stars tonight. I think many of the celebs are doing a really great job so far. I agree with Suzie who commented on Lance Bass. I think he's got a good shot at the disco ball. Brooke, Toni and Warren have also been great. I don't know how much longer Cloris Leachman can count on votes to keep her on the show. I've noticed some online articles encouraging people to vote for her in hopes of having her go really wild with her comments on live t-v. My other t-v note for today....last week's season opener of NCIS was well done. Again please feel welcome to comment of you t-v favorites....or if you have an answer to our economic problems...we;ll accept that too. Wendy

First of all if they expect me to watch every minute of a 3-night season premiere...they're out of luck...but I will watch what I can as Dancing With the Stars returns. I thought Monday night's show was pretty entertaining. The celebs are o-k but I like the judges and hosts the best. There aren't many chances to see live t-v performances....and these guys and gals are quick on their feet! The best dances go to Brooke Burke and Toni Braxton....the early leads by far.Too bad comic Jeffrey Ross was so bad, because he was so funny. Cloris Leachman also gave it her all knowing she probably won't be on very long....unless she gets lots of votes from her fans. TV sure ain't what it used to be but I do find this so-called reality show fun to watch. By the way when did game shows with contestants and prizes become "reality shows"? I'll be watching some of the show again tonight and also keeping an eye on NCIS and Fringe. Please write back with any t-v tips you'd like to share. Wendy

I just found out today that we are going to give away free gas....what a great prize!

You can learn more about the contest right here on the website of course. We start calling out names of Preferred Listeners on Monday. Make sure you are on the list!!! Good Luck

Have a great weekend, Wendy

...just a few of the tasty treats I enjoyed at the Oyster Festival. What a beautiful evening on Friday as the Oyster Festival opened with a great crowd. Of course Saturday was a different story with Hanna closing the day. But Sunday was perfect! The field at Veterans Park wasn't all that bad...but if you had to throw away those flip-flops don't say I didn't warn you! I had the pleasure of broadcasting from the festival both Friday and Sunday. The entire Coast crew did such a great job with our tent! Hope you had a chance to stop by and enter to win the string of pearls from Jose Grant....to the winner congratulations. Wendy

Hi there....sorry I haven't blogged lately. I was caught up in the lazy, not-so-hazy, days of late August. Great weather...great Olympics and lots of fun and food for me in the past couple of weeks. We've got a few more weeks of summer to enjoy. I'm looking forward to the Oyster Festival this weekend. Hope Hanna does't spoil our fun too much. Please come say hi when you make your visit to the festival. Seeing all the kids waiting for the school bus this week makes me remember how important first-day outfits were and still are. Do you remember any of your favorites??? Mine was 5th grade....purple-paisly mini-dress with bell shaped sleeves and white boots....(that dress is not too different from some of the tops you see today!) Tell me about your favorite school clothes and and other fashion memories.

Wendy

This year's Best of the Gold Coast party at the Hyatt Regency Greenwich Wednesday night was another smashing success. Moffly Publications does a great job of bringing their August issues to life! The event showcased this year's winners and featured great food, drink, entertainment and product and store demos. I made the rounds and went home full and happy! I waited till the end of my evening to enjoy a cupcake from Great Cakes (voted best and featured on the cover of Westport magazine). As I devoured the delicious treat, ladies from the Fitness Edge were working out on stage. Thanks and congratulations to Moffly....I'm already hungry for next year. Wendy

Remember when the tooth fairy would leave a quarter or maybe even 50-cents under your pillow when you lost a tooth? (I bet she leaves more these days) Well I didn't realize then you were supposed to save all that money, invest it wisely, and put it away for all the dental work you'll need as an adult! I had my first root canal over the past two weeks. Not fun and not cheap.(and you don't even get to pick a prize when your done anymore) It is amazing what dentists can do to save our teeth these days.

Speaking of pain....have you "locked-in" your rate for home heating oil yet? Looks like oil is running close to 5-dollars a gallon this coming season. If you have any deals or suggestions on good companies and prices please feel free to share.

On a much happier note....I'm looking forward to the "Best of the Gold Coast" party tomorrow night at the Greenwich Hyatt. Moffly puplications always does such an outstanding job with their August magazines and then brings them to life at the party. If you've never been....go! I'll bring you my highlights later this week. Happy August! Wendy

Just a few more days left in July then the long hot hazy month of August awaits us. But if you look around in the stores it's already Fall!. Fall fashions are on the racks....summer clearance is pushed to the back...and school supplies have lined the shelves for weeks. That I expect.( and I don't even mind that the hardy mums are out in the garden section) but today I saw candy corn on sale. I'm not ready to pick out my Halloween costume just yet! Do you think summer is going too fast? One thing to look forward to is the SoNo Airts Celebration this weekend. Stop by and say hi at the Coast booth. I'll see you Sunday. Wendy