All you need is love…and a brand new Mercedes-Benz!

All you need is love…

…and a brand new Mercedes-Benz!

 

With Valentine’s Day just around the corner, get that special someone the gift that keeps on giving – a Leukemia Ball raffle ticket! Not only are you treating your loved ones to the chance to win a brand new Mercedes-Benz, but you’ll warm their heart by supporting the mission of The Leukemia & Lymphoma Society. Love is in the air, so hurry and get your tickets today!

 

By purchasing a Leukemia Ball raffle ticket for just $100, you’ll be entered to win either a 2009 CLK350 or the all new GLK350. Only 6,000 tickets are printed and your chances of winning are 1 in 3000! 

 

Grand Prize: CLK350 Cabriolet
 MSRP: $55,675 

 

The 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLK350 Cabriolet is a rare combination of timeless design, comfort and exhilaration in a wide-open Cabriolet .  In short, the CLK doesn’t simply seat four, it thrills them. Built with a 268-horsepower V-6 engine that can reach 60 mph in just 6.4 seconds  with a 7-speed automatic transmission that customizes its shift points to your driving style.  You’ll see why the CLK’s performance is measured not just by the ticks of the sweeping second hand, but by the racing beats of the driver’s heart.

 

First Prize: GLK350
MSRP: $38,000

 

 The all new GLK350 is an invitation to play that won’t take no for an answer.  The fun of an SUV, compact enough to be nimble, yet large and rugged enough to be up for anything.  A powerful SUV that’s right for the city, right for the country.  An SUV that’s just right, period. Built with a 3.5 litre, V-6 engine and 4MATIC all-wheel drive, this new vehicle is sure to be a crowd pleaser.

 

TICKETS

To purchase your raffle tickets, please contact Jackie Montgomery (703-464-8844 / Jacqueline_montgomery@ml.com). Payments may be made by cash, check or credit card (Visa, AmEx, MasterCard, Discover and Diner’s Club are accepted).  Make checks payable to: The Leukemia & Lymphoma Society. 

 

Mercedes-Benz has donated the cars for the raffle so The Leukemia & Lymphoma Society will receive the full value of your raffle purchase. The Leukemia & Lymphoma Society’s mission is to cure leukemia, lymphoma and myeloma and to improve the quality of life of patients and their families. 

 

THANK YOU & GOOD LUCK!

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I Love Long Weekends!

Friday evening my husband and I ventured to Reston Town Center to have dinner at McCormick & Schmicks.  I think I got frost bite on the walk from the garage to the restaurant.  Seriously…I don’t think I’ve been that cold in a long time. 

Saturday I went to Yoga class.  Yoga was wonderfully relaxing (which I needed after Friday night…same old…same old).  So far I’m really enjoying this new venture.  I’d definately recommend yoga for anyone.  My studio has all sorts of people who come (young, old, and yes…men).  Later that day I went to Abby’s house to help her set up for her Sunday brunch.  That evening a friend was hosting a Tasteful Treasures party for all the girls.  My friend Dawn went with me.  It was a hillarious evening.

Sunday Abby hosted her first XOathome coffee party.  Check out the website below.  She did a great job.  I’ll be getting the Lavazza Blue Machine…ummm….coffee.  Seriously after one cup of Lavazza coffee you’ll be ready to trash what ever coffee your currently drinking (including Starbucks).  Seriously…it’s like liquid crack!

 

Monday was complete bliss.  It was everything I wanted in a day off.  I did everything I wanted to do….spent the morning in bed (without feeling guilty at all).  I did manage to do a chore in the afternoon…the good ole’ Costco run ($255 dollars later…sheesh…Knut and his cleaning supplies are going to break me!).  Then I went to go see the slasher “My Bloody Valentine”.  I haven’t seen a horror film in ages.  Ever since “Candy Man” I’ve been too terrified to watch one.  I will say there were a few scenes I had to turn my head away for.  Watching it in 3D definately added to the fright factor.  I will say this movie has you guessing who the killer is till the very end.  It wasn’t as cheesy as I thought it would be.

http://www.xoathome.com/

Inagural Madness

http://boutiquemix.com/catalog/index.php?main_page=index&cPath=2&zenid=god1vnj4tn9nlt8eufjamgp1n6

Okay…you all know I’m a bit crazed about handbags and shoes.  Perhaps if your a huge Democrat and Obama fan you’ll adore this.  I’ve checked out the website and they have lots of other unique items…check it out!

Valentines Day

Here are some fun options for Valentines Day…start your planning now!

A Pearmund Cellars Valentine’s Day — Join Pearmund Cellars and celebrate the weekend of love. This 4 day weekend we will have all of the fabulous 2007 reds available for the first time. You can join Pearmund Cellars for an elegant wine and chocolate tasting with Pearmund Cellars Wines and Chocolate Wanders gourmet chocolates.  If you visit both Pearmund Cellars and Winery at La Grange that weekend you will receive a special Valentine’s Day Treat from the Chocolate Wanders. You can join them for their 5th Annual Valentine’s Day Wine Maker’s Dinner.  A four course gourmet Tuscan meal, paired with our award winning wines. (6190 Georgetown Road, Broad Run, Virginia; 540.347.3475)

http://www.pearmundcellars.com/index.shtml

Valentine’s Day at Vinifera Wine and Bar Bistro — This Valentine’s Day, The Westin Reston Heights and Virginia Wine Bar & Bistro are showing their support of Virginia’s infamous slogan “Virginia is for lovers” by providing guests with a romantic place to relax. On Friday, February 13th and Saturday, February 14th, Executive Chef Seth Eldridge will be offering his decadent four course menu in Vinifera’s dining room. The four-course menu will be available for $89 per person and includes a complimentary champagne toast.  The price does not include other alcoholic beverages, taxes or gratuity.  For an additional $60, guests can have each course paired with one of Vinifera’s collection of nearly 300 wines by the bottle. (11750 Sunrise Valley Drive, Reston, Virginia; 703.234.3550

http://www.viniferabistro.com/about-us.html

Celebrate Valentine’s Day at PassionFish — The restaurant will be offering a prix fixe menu for $60, including amuse bouche, appetizer, entrée, dessert, and a sweet treat packaged for you to take home.  Select appetizers and desserts will be available; choose any entrée from the regular menu (surcharges may apply for select entrées). (11960 Democracy Drive, Reston Town Center, Reston, Virginia; 703.230.3474).  My friends Cathy & Bob Clime son is the executive chef.  I’ve dined here several times.  It’s absoultely fabulous.  Special kuddos to the pastry chef as well.  Devine desserts!

http://www.passionfishreston.com/

Celebrate Valentine’s Day at Acadiana — The restaurant will be offering a prix fixe menu for $60, including amuse bouche, appetizer, entrée, dessert, and a sweet treat packaged for you to take home.  Select appetizers and desserts will be available; choose any entrée from the regular menu (surcharges may apply for select entrées). (901 New York Avenue, NW; 202.408.8848)

http://www.acadianarestaurant.com/

Ceiba Celebrates Love Day — The restaurant will be offering a prix fixe menu for $60, including amuse bouche, appetizer, entrée, dessert, and a sweet treat packaged for you to take home.  Select appetizers and desserts will be available; choose any entrée from the regular menu (surcharges may apply for select entrées).  701 14th Street, NW; 202.393.3983

http://www.ceibarestaurant.com/

 

Valentine’s Day Heats Up at DC Coast — The restaurant will be offering a prix fixe menu for $60, including amuse bouche, appetizer, entrée, dessert, and a sweet treat packaged for you to take home.  Select appetizers and desserts will be available; choose any entrée from the regular menu (surcharges may apply for select entrées). 1401 K Street, NW; 202.216.5988

http://www.dccoast.com/

Valentines Day At Blues Alley, Washington, DC

Saturday, Feb 14 8:00p

Award-winning performer, producer and composer Jerry “The Iceman” Butler has been nominated for three “Grammys” and inducted into the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame in 1991 and into the Rhythm & Blues Foundation in 1994. Price includes Dinner, show, tax, and gratuity. Choice of: Filet Mignon, Shrimp & Artichoke Hearts, Crab Cakes or Jambalaya (Pesto Pasta for Vegetarians) Includes: House Salad, Bread Pudding or Chocolate Cake for dessert, & All Non Alcoholic Beverages(Except Bottled Water)

http://www.bluesalley.com/

7th Annual Sugar & Champagne Affair

Dessert and animal lovers please take note as The Washington Humane Society’s Annual Sugar & Champagne Affair will be held on Wednesday, January 28, 2009. Dogs on leashes, sporting their finery and best behavior, are also invited to escort their owners to this lively gala which is hosted by Todd and Ellen Gray of Equinox Restaurant. Two-legged guests will savor premier sparkling wines, Champagne and tempting desserts from the area’s top pastry chefs while four-legged canines will be treated to tasty gourmet snacks as well. VIP price per person includes three 30-minute chef demonstrations over the two-hour timeframe. All proceeds raised at the Sugar & Champagne Affair, including the sale of raffle tickets for fabulous prizes, benefit the Washington Humane Society’s Humane Law Enforcement and Humane Education programs. 7:00-9:00pm ( 6:00-8:00pm VIP reception). $85 per ticket, $125 per VIP ticket. For tickets and information, call 202.723.5730 ext. 204.

 

http://www.washhumane.org/sugar/sugar_about.html

Happy Birthday Karen

Pictured:  Mary Conoboy (Left); Me (Center); Karen Melfi (Right)

Happy Birthday to my girl Karen!  Karen and I met at Melrose Place (our nickname for our old condo building) years ago.  Back in those days she was single and we spent a fair amount of time in the local bars and traveling on girls only trips.  Karen is now settled down and living the suburbia life with her husband Harvey and their son Sam.   We’ve been through thick and thin and she’s one of my closest friends.  Love ya girl!

Introducing Gavin Thomas Hunt

This weekend I flew out to Denver, Colorado to visit my sister and her family.  On December 30th, 2008 my sister gave birth to her second son.  Gavin Thomas Hunt.  He was born at 3:12pm weighing 6 pounds 8 oz. and 19.5 inches long.  Gavin was named to honor my late grandfather G.T. Lewis.  He is absolutely adorable!

While I had only a few days to spend with my nephews I loved every moment of it.  It’s amazing how quickly they grow.  My brother in law mentioned the possibility of him looking at working for a new airline so he can get based in Florida (we have lots of family in the Orlando area) or even the DC area.  We know what my vote is!  I’d love to have the kids closer by. 

Lauren and Jimmy’s friends Courtney and Jeff stopped by with their two children Saturday night and brought dinner.  I must get Courtney’s recipe for the devine chicken casserole she made.  It was really good and would be great for large gatherings.  The deciple within the house increased ten fold with the introduction of Courtney’s two and a half year old, Jack.  Dear God that child was a major source of birth control.  He’s obviously not used to sharing toys and is a bit of a bully. 

After dinner I took off to visit my friends Ty & Melinda.  It was great to catch up with the two of them for a little bit.  I only wish I had a longer stay.  I didn’t get to see Sara…yet again.  I swear I have to make a point to get together with her next time.  However, this trip was unplanned and spur of the moment.

I took the first flight out this morning.  I managed to get First class traveling both directions.  Frankly I was quite surprized I got such great seats.  The flights were over sold in both directions…so color me shocked.

Once home I got motivated and took down my Christmas tree.  (Yes I know I’m way behind…life has just been a bit hectic).  I unpacked and did laundry.  Then took a much needed hot shower before parking myself in front of the TV in my cozy flannel pjs to watch the Golden Globes.  Well good night everyone…talk to you soon.

xoxo,

Jackie