Super Score at the Record Store

Scotty Karate picked up this used gem at the record store over the weekend. The Motown Story features 5 albums filled with the greatest hits born in the Motor City. Each song includes a mini intro from a famous song writer and/or producer - think Stevie Wonder, Martha Reeves, and Marvin Gaye. It's really fantastic to hear such famous voices casually detailing how each classic was born.

The best part? When Scotty told me about this find, I responded with a comment on how underrated the song Shotgun by Jr. Walker and the All Stars is. He opened his phone to show me a text that he sent to his dad the previous day that detailed the same thought. Out of all of the hits, we both praised the same jam. I guess great minds really do think alike.

National Donut Day

A big coffee "Cheers" to the fine staff at Krispy Kreme and Dunkin Donuts. You brighten our office Fridays by filling our stomachs with goodness. I salute you on this fine National Day of recognition and wish you many more years of success because, let's be honest, not everyone wants a healthy alternative.

Great Piece of Art

Zakk always finds the best images on tumblr. This zinc board is like a little wish list for bliss. I tried to pick out my favorite line but I think they are all fantastic. Maybe the last one is the most powerful. What if goodbyes were only until tomorrow? Would people still invest so much emotion or would they just be a bit happier during the whole event?

If you aren't familiar with tumblr, it's a viral social media site that allows users to share passions through text, photos, quotes, links, music, and more. Short and to the point, its a great way to pass along a good find. Check out this great tumblr on animals in the wild, the colors are really spectacular.

Chop the Locks!

How seductively amazing is this new look on W's Heath and Beauty editor, Christina Han?! I love that she traded in all of her length for a sassy summer do. Celeb stylist Garren worked his magic to take off more than a foot of luscious locks. The article gives a nice play-by-play for the motivation behind the decision.

If you watch the video, you can totally sense the nervous tension in the room! But, the delighted expression at the end delivers a new, confident look. I just love it!

Detroit I Love You, But You're Bringing Me Down

Where do stolen car parts end up? I immediately think of the Chop Shop from Adventures in Babysitting but that just seems so 80s. I figured at this day in age I could just Google the item on a local search and it would lead me to the filthy reseller. CraigsList, Ebay, local auction sites? Is there really an underground network still operating in Detroit?

It seems like if you're smart enough to jack a navigation system out of a Denali, you're smart enough to actually be a contributing member of society. Think about it, it's really a much more lucrative career choice.

Soft Lyrics

I just love melody and lyrics to this She & Him song, Sentimental Heart. It's definitely a mellow tune, but sometimes a sad song is just want you need to feel a little bit better during a down swing.

Old habits die hard
When you've got
When you've got a sentimental heart
Piece of the puzzle you're my missing part
Oh, what can you do with a sentimental heart?
Oh, what can you do with a sentimental heart?

Homemade Cartoon

My coworker Zakk is the mastermind behind this creative cartoon. Last month Jim, another coworker, had an emergency appendectomy and I had a rib removed (health reasons - not Janet Jackson style). This image makes me giggle. Who knew an appendix could be that cute?

World's Best English Muffin

According to Chef Michael Chiarello, the world's best English Muffin lives at The Model Bakery in St. Helena, California. The Featured Food Network treasure is light, fluffy, and as tasty as it gets. Toast it in the oven with some butter and jam or turn it into a breakfast sandwich to go. Either way it's delish.

Priced at $2 each, these The Model Bakery English Muffins are available at the market or online. Standard shipping charges apply.

Great TV Moment

Hank Scorpio: When you go home tonight, there's going to be another story on your house!

Um..... Yum!

These divine over-medium egg chorizo breakfast tacos live at C Casa in the Oxbow Public Market, Napa. Made with only fresh, seasonal ingredients, this cute Taqueria is determined to serve up delectable dishes daily. Free range poultry, sustainable fish, grass-fed beef, and local produce combine into a super power that delivers on the promise to be, "delicious, nutritious, and addictive". If only these secret spots were closer to home!