DONT FORGET MOTHER'S DAY

Yes, it's next Sunday, so don't forget. Instead get Mom this fantastic read about successful Hollywood agent Sam Haskell's mom and what she taught him about life. He was able to survive in the L.A. shark tank by being a nice guy. You can't make this stuff up. http://tinyurl.com/dbjxvt

BODY TALK

Yes, I love all things sparkly, especially diamonds, so I did a double take at this from the cosmetic gurus at LA MER. They make the richest and best moisturizers on the market, albeit very pricey -- and this one has pure diamond dust in it. The Body Refiner is $110 but if you've got the body for it, and the wallet, I'm sure your skin will thank you. (And whoever else is touching you!)

TO ILLUSTRATE A POINT

The Society of Illustrators in NYC just opened an exhibit by some of the world's leading fashion illustrators. Once a thriving career category for many fashion obsessed design students, it's diminished thanks to photography, and the declining status of department stores as trend leaders. These talented people were not just sketchers, but now are receiving their due as true artists in their own right. Through May 2nd. This illustration is by Antonio -- I even owned a few posters signed to me personally by him at one time. www.societyillustrators.org.

BUY A BAGFUL OF PENNY CANDY

Yes, we know penny candy is a victim of inflation. But pop for a half a pound and mix and match all the favorites you had when you were a kid…sweets, sours, gummis, licorice, chocolates – go for your personal spin around the sugar shack. Then, share some with the next kid you see, and watch their eyes light up.

PIG OUT!

Yes, we New Yorkers are a pretty trend savvy and tasty bunch. The latest craze here in the Apple, is bacon. Witness, bacon candy, dark or milk...Other tasty treats include bacon donuts, bacon popcorn, bacon peanuts, and a whole host of pig outs available here. Most likely, coming to a town near you, too.

HEY BABY...

OK, it's a lame pick up line, but here's a new spin on it. HEY BABY WHAT'S YOUR SIGN is a new company that takes a fun approach to Astrology. Whether it's a onesie for a baby, a mug, or a tote bag, their adorable illustrations are sure to get a laugh. Check them out at www.heybabywhatsyoursign.com.

THE POWDER AND THE GLORY

Two women, the creators of the modern beauty industry, Elizabeth Arden and Helena Rubinstein, are profiled in this PBS documentary, The Powder and The Glory. They are credited with developing the $150 billion dollar global beauty business. These remarkable businesswomen were arch rivals, who were always one-upping each other, and who lived in New York City blocks from each other, but never wanted to meet. (Crazy they never bumped into each other at a party, either!)

This runs on your local PBS stations on March 23. Log onto PBS.ORG for the time in your area, or purchase the DVD, and read more about them at http://www.pbs.org/thepowderandtheglory/index.html