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Hi friends… I’m late in this blog, vlog, game but like they say… better late than never. So here’s my ‘official’ first one. I must admit… Kevin Frankish is partly to blame (or thank, depending on how you slice it). You see… he passed his camera over to me on Wednesday to take over his blog (yes kids…he passed his homework onto ME…please don’t do that to your friends or siblings)… and well… it was fun!
What can you expect from my entries? The usual random thoughts interspersed with random video about absolutely anything and everything that moves me (be afraid, be very afraid).
Some entries may be brief… some may be epic…all will try to amuse you (whether you laugh at or with me, I’m not picky).
That said…Cupid is calling me but before I go, I wanted to address something…many of you have sounded off in our inbox  today… saying you don’t care for Valentine’s Day, that it’s a huge marketing ploy and you hate all of the fuss and talk… I hear you and fully get that… BUT (come on, you knew it was coming)…I really believe that it gives us a day to step back and celebrate love and all those we may take for granted if not for the hallmark reminder… be it a spouse, partner, parent, child, friend, co-worker…celebrating love is always a good thing right? Whether or not you choose to include a commercial card and chocolates with the whole thing is your choice to make and only sweetens the deal.
Have an awesome loooooong weekend of  celebrating love  – Monday is family day after all, and we, your BT famiglia promise to spend it with all of you, our extended family, frist thing Monday morning starting at 6am!
Have a great weekend, ciao for now,
Dina

Okay Men everywhere this is a weekend you just can forget a weekend that will determine the success of your relationship a weekend of stressful plans and I weekend of seeking out the perfect petals for that special someone!!  This Saturday is Valentines Day.  In your search for the perfect petal remember females don’t generally like red.  Studies have actually shown that women prefer pastel colours and it’s the men that like red.  In the world of flower meanings here is a basic breakdown on what your petals will say to your love one!!

Source: www.aboutflowers.com

My final advice when picking blooms you can go almost everywhere from a grocery store to a flower shop however when choosing look for freshness.  Look not only at flowers but look for buds, also look at the foliage of the cuts as stems with rotten leaves our moldy leaves are a good indicator of poor quality.  Finally cut stems and immediately place in a clean vase with floral preserve to insure longevity. 

Happy V-Day,

Frankie

Since I had other work to do, I gave Dina the blog for the day. How did she do?

See you in the morning!

Kevin  (kevinf@citytv.com)

You know those changeable marquee signs you drive by and someone has put on them “THE BOSS TOLD ME TO CHANGE THE SIGN…SO I DID.”  Well, today’s After-Show Blog should be titled “THE BOSS TOLD ME TO CHANGE THE BLOG…SO I DID!”  Sorry it’s been awhile.

We had an amazing time at Blue Mountain!!  On Thursday I enjoyed spending the morning at  Le Scandinave, only a few minutes away from the hill.  The Hot Baths were so relaxing and I also had a Swedish Message.  We took a roll in the snow before entering the baths. It makes you feel like you’re in Europe.  It was cold but it was worth it.  Check out the pictures from our luxury spa experience and also see pictures from our incredible show at Blue Mountain on Friday.  Thanks to everyone who came out and watched.  I’m hooked again and so are my kids.

To purchase a Life Experiences Gift Card for Le Scandinave CLICK HERE.

My sister went to see David Cassidy on Thursday at The Rose Theatre in Brampton.  I couldn’t go because I was up North shooting the shows but she sent me this picture (she’s the one on the left in the burgundy sweater).  She still has a smile on her face.  She said he is still as dreamy as ever.  Lots of great shows coming up at The Rose Theatre CLICK HERE for the website.

On Saturday I bowled for Big Brothers and Big Sisters of Toronto.  Bowl for Kids Sake Media Day was a huge success.  I used my new bowling ball for the first time and the 11 pounds did the trick.   Thanks to everyone who came out to support Big Brothers and Big Sisters of Toronto.
Take Care
Jenn

Hey Guys….Once again I am the Co-Chair for the Big Brothers and Big Sisters of Toronto Bowl for Kids Sake.  This year I am bowling with Francis D’souza, Farah Nasser, Roger Petersen and Dwight Drummond.  It is a tough time for many people right now but if you can please CLICK HERE to sponser myself and the Citytv team or come out to Media Day on Saturday.  It is at Thorncliffe Bowlerama at 45 Overlea Blvd.

Hope to see you there
Jenn Valentyne

 Hey Guys….Once again I am the Co-Chair for the Big Brothers and Big Sisters of Toronto  Bowl for Kids Sake. This year I am bowling with Francis D’souza, Farah Nasser, Roger Petersen and Dwight Drummond.  It is a tough time for many people right now but if you can please CLICK HERE to sponser myself and the Citytv team, or come out to Media Day on Saturday. It is at Thorncliffe Bowlerama at 45 Overlea Blvd.Hope to see you there
Jenn Valentyne
http://my.e2rm.com/personalPage.aspx?SID=2034783

I really had to share this email as it even amazes me that cacti are not only hardy to Ontario but they are also considered a native plant!!