Baby Baby Baby, No?

Paco thought of that clever little title (great work, Paco!) With all of the Bieber baby drama, we decided to make you a list of our Top 5 Celebrity Baby Dramas.

5. Eddie Murphy- When Melanie Brown (AKA Scary Spice) said that Eddie was the father of her child, he venemently denied it, until a paternity test quickly proved him wrong. Ah, 2006.

4. Justin Bieber- When news surfaced that Justin had fathered a fan’s child, my immediate thought was “He’s just a child himself! How could that be possible?” But the more and more I consider it, the more I might just believe her story. But it leaves us with so many important questions. Why is no one bringing up the fact that he was under consenting age and she was above it? What will Selena do? And, most importantly, will the baby have that wonderful hair? I guess we’ll have to wait until December to find out.

3. John Edwards- First a horribly covered up affair, then denying paternity, then having someone take the fall for you, and books being released about the whole thing. Remember when he wanted to be the president?

2. Arnold Schwarzenegger- Arnold’s was one of the very biggest scandals that we’ve seen. To have a love child, know that it’s yours, and be able to keep it a secret for 15 years (while in the spotlight)? I won’t lie, I was impressed. Heartbroken for his family, but impressed nonetheless.

1. The day that Michael Jackson dangled baby Prince over the balcony was a huge turning point for Michael. Fans went from thinking, ‘This man is a wonderful musician’ to ‘He’s dangling a newborn child over a balcony! Arrest him immediately!’ It simply doesn’t get more dramatic than this baby drama.

Star-Crossed Lovers

Nov 1 11 under Celeb Break-up, Celeb Couples, Celeb News, Life Lessons, Love Lessons | Leave a comment

Big, but expected, news broke yesterday when Ryan Seacrest announced that Kim Kardashian and Kris Humphreys are filing for a divorce, after only 72 days!

There were so many problems with their relationship, so I decided to list a few for you to help you navigate the same rocky roads.

1) The relationship is in the limelight. Every couple needs some sort of privacy in their lives, and these two had absolutely zero. Whether it’s because of kids, your job, or your television show, you need to take time for just the two of you. Escape to the mountains, or as my Grams used to say, “Heat rises in the kitchen when the kids are away”

2) Location, location, location. Kim and Kris got married without him having a set ‘job’, so they had no idea where they were going to live. Let’s be honest, there is no way that Kim was going to live anywhere but close to her family/ the TV cameras. That gave him very few options, unless they decided to be married but live apart, which is never a wise idea.

3) Pets. Kris has dogs, and she thinks dogs are filthy. This caused huge problems for my friend Nancy Belderfast in her marriage as well (though having a pet bat is a bit… strange). Pet lovers regard their pets as family. If you and your spouse don’t both love animals, there’s going to be a problem.

4) Family. Kris and the rest of the Kardashian clan were always butting heads, and (though the girls are at fault as well) there were several times on screen where he was downright rude to them. Family is family, and if you try to break those bonds, you’re only going to end up hurting yourself. I know in-laws can be horrid, but you have to learn to accept who they are, or risk your relationship, as these two learned.

Kim and Kris, I hope that you both find healthy, loving, and supportive future romances that last for years instead of a few months. And, if you need someone to give that ring to, call me.

A Celebrity Visit!

Oct 25 11 under Celeb News, Miss Abigail News | Leave a comment

Paco and I are so very excited because this week fashionista, businesswoman, and Real Housewife Ramona Singer is going to make a special appearance during the show!

Along with managing her busy ‘Real Housewives’ schedule, Ramona’s businesses include Tru Renewal skin care, True Faith Jewelry, Ramona Singer Pinot Grigio, Ramona Singer Collections on Amazon and most notably, Ramona Singer Jewelry for HSN.

She will be visiting us on October 29th, at the 5pm performance. That day also happens to be our big ONE YEAR ANNIVERSARY of teaching love tricks and tips in our show in New York.

Come join us for this very special day! Click here for tickets and more information!

Most… Interesting Celebrity Baby Names

Oct 18 11 under Miss Abigail Lists | Leave a comment

With the arrival of Nick Cannon and Mariah Carey’s twins (As well as so many other babies… there must be something about Christmas…) I have made my Top 5 Most Interesting Celebrity Baby Name List. Here they are!

5. The Beckham children: Brooklyn, Romeo, Cruise, and Harper Seven. Those Beckhams sure like to be unique!

4. An oldie but a goodie (And that’s what I’m all about!) Apple, daughter of Gweneth Paltrow

3 How could anyone forget this one? Son of Michael Jackson, Blanket

2. These are just a treat. Dweezil, Ahmet Emuukha Rodan, Moon Unit, and Diva Muffin, the children of musician Frank Zappa. Though there isn’t any excuse, it WAS the seventies…

1. This one isn’t the most strange or unique, but it wins for a different reason. Barbara Hershey’s son’s name is Free. That’s right, Free Hershey. And anyone who’s giving me free chocolate always wins.

Baby bump or pillow lump?

Oct 12 11 under Celeb Couples, Celeb News | Leave a comment

Rumors spread like wildfire yesterday when a video (and subsequent pictures) appeared of Beyonce visiting an Australian television show. When the mom-to-be sat down, her baby bump seemed to collapse on itself. “But, Miss Abigail, what does it mean? Is she not really having a baby? Is it a ‘food baby’? Is it an alien? Is it all just nonsense?” Well, my little cherubs, the most popular opinion was that not only is she wearing a prosthetic belly, but that she has a surrogate carrying her child!

Of course, her publicist immediately said that the allegations were ridiculous, but it still leaves me to wonder, is it true? And, if it is, do I care? My answer is simple. Who cares if it’s true! Let’s face it ladies, if we could afford to have someone else carry our children (and go through the birth!) we would all do it. Not only would you get a baby (that has your genes) with no pain, added hormones, or pickle on top of ice cream cravings, you would also get to keep your figure!

We have to remember, the world will expect her to appear in photos with the little poppet looking exactly as she did before just months after she gives birth. Talk about a stressful situation!

Beyonce, whether the rumors are true or false, the two of you are going to be wonderful (and beautiful) parents. And, if you need anything, call me.

Miss Abigail’s Best Celebrity Costume List

Oct 4 11 under Miss Abigail Lists | Leave a comment

Are you ready for Halloween? It Paco’s very favorite holiday, so we decided to make a list of our favorite celebrity costumes to inspire you!

5. Paulie from Jersey Shore

Paulie dressed up as Justin Beiber! We couldn’t love this more; look at those shoes, he’s spot on!

4. Nick and Mariah

They’re Milk and Cookies! These two always have a fantastic couple’s costume!

3. Ellen Degeneres

Ellen’s very popular costume, Snooki’s Poof! Notice the tiny Cabbage Patch Snooki at the bottom!

2. Lady Gaga

No costume list is complete with Gaga, and dressing in drag was our favorite Gaga costume… so far!

1. Heidi Klum

The celebrity queen of Halloween costumes, this is exactly what the holiday is about. Big, flashy, and gruesome!

Learn from Celebrities, don’t follow their mistakes!

Sep 27 11 under Celeb News, Life Lessons | Leave a comment

Last night, Paco and I saw a shocking story on the news. A fan of the movie 127 Hours decided to visit the spot where the movie was filmed. For those of you who don’t know, 127 Hours is the true story of a mountain climber who became lodged between a rock and a canyon wall. He ended up having to cut off his own arm to save his life! Long story short, the fan ended up in a very similar predicament when he fell into a canyon, dislocated his shoulder, and broke his ankle. He was not found until four days later!

Now, it’s all well and good for this fan to want to hike around there to see ‘where it happened’ (I’ve been to the Titanic exhibit, I know) but to go at it alone without telling anyone that you’re going there is not learning from the past. That’s why whenever Paco and I go on a cruise, we always make sure there are enough lifeboats!

It’s a classic lesson of, “If Jimmy jumps off of a bridge, would you?” And I don’t want to hear your smart, “Well, how high is the bridge from the water?” comment. The bridge is high, and there are piranhas and sharks waiting for you in the water. Just because Tom Cruise jumped on a couch doesn’t mean you should; trust me, it hurts when you fall. And when you see Snooki getting into a car accident with a police officer, it’s a lesson that you SHOULDN’T do that!

Celebrities are there for us to learn from, whether the lessons are good or bad. But when you see one make a mistake, or get hurt, or almost die, it’s best to follow a different path.

Hugs and Kisses,

Most Romantic Celebrity Tattoos

Sep 21 11 under Celeb Couples, Miss Abigail Lists | Leave a comment

5. TONY PARKER

Even though they exchanged traditional wedding bands, Tony still got a wedding band tattoo. I have always loved this idea and think it’s a great alternative for couples who want to show their commitment without wearing a band.

4. KHLOE AND LAMAR

As soon as they were married, Khloe and Lamar rushed off to get matching husband and wife tattoos (him, her initials; her, his.)

3. VICTORIA BECKHAM

Victoria and David are all about tattoos that show their love for each other, but this one is especially … unique. The Roman numerals on her wrist are the date that her and David first consummated their relationship.

2. SYLVESTER STALLONE

Sylvester got this tattoo for his ten year anniversary with his wife. Not only does he get points for the amount of pain he must have gone through for such a large tattoo, but it’s also gorgeous! I would love to look that great in any picture!

1. ANGELINA JOLIE

This tattoo has the coordinates of the locations that each of her children were born. It doesn’t get more romantic than being a proud mama!

Top Three Mistakes that Celebrity Couples Make

Sep 13 11 under Celeb Couples, Life Lessons, Love Lessons, Miss Abigail Lists | Leave a comment

1. Cheating

This one is the easiest. Celebrities aren’t the only ones who commit this crime, but boy do we find out about this quicker than we find out about our neighbor Barry doing it. I’ve written about this in the past, but the bottom line here is, if you can’t be faithful to your spouse, at least be honest. For everyone’s safety.

2. Getting Married too Early

This is a big one. When you’re in the throws of a new romance, you don’t always stop in between ‘cuddling’ sessions to learn who this person really is and who they are going to be. People change every second, every day. You need to take the time to really learn who they are and how they deal with situations before you commit to them for life. It won’t always save you from a ‘failed’ relationship, but the better you know your partner, the better chance you have at success!

3. Not Staying out of the Limelight

Now, this one, most of us ‘regular’ people don’t have to worry about. But it’s a lesson that we can still learn from. Every couple needs their alone time and privacy. Try to take that vacation without the kids. The other aspect of this is not letting friends and family run your relationship. Celebrities hear rumors about their spouses all the time, but that trust needs to be in place so that you know that your husband was not actually with that buxom blonde last night. So, when your friend tells you a rumor that her husband heard from his cousin about your husband, it’s best to go to your spouse for the facts before filing for divorce.

Miss Abigail’s Top Romantic Restaurants

Sep 6 11 under Miss Abigail Lists, Romantic Places | Leave a comment

Hello my little cherubs! This week I have made a list of my top romantic restaurants in five of the most visited cities in the United States! Here they are.

Malibu, CA

Geoffrey’s

Located on the site of the former Holiday House, a resort/hotel/watering hole to the stars for decades, it was designed by world-famous architect Richard Neutra. It opened its doors in 1948, and immediately established itself as the ultimate destination, hosting the gods and goddesses of its day, including Frank Sinatra, Shirley MacLaine, and Lana Turner. Holiday House attracted more than just the crème de la crème of Hollywood, though-it also was the place where a then-unknown senator from Massachusetts by the name of John F. Kennedy began a lengthy affair with Hollywood legend Marilyn Monroe.

As one classic died, though, a new one was born. In 1983, Holiday House ended its glorious run when Harvey Baskin, a financier/gourmand/nature lover, purchased it and created what is known today as Geoffrey’s Malibu.

Baskin proved to be a genius at cultivating the natural beauty that came to be the calling card at Geoffrey’s Malibu. He redesigned the space so that every seat in the house had a panoramic view of the ocean, one in which there were no boundaries between the restaurant and the splendor in which it was surrounded.

San Francisco, CA

BIX

BIX’s elegant, two-story interior is distinguished by a graceful mahogany bar, fluted columns with ornate capitals, stunning original art, plush banquettes, cozy booths, starched linens, glittering glasses and polished flatware.

Through the years, BIX has been featured in movies, magazines, books and commercials as the quintessential San Francisco restaurant.The ambiance is pure 1930s and ’40s — tasteful art moderne reminiscent of the glory days of Cunard and French Line ships. Fashionable and glamorous are the hallmarks. Trendy is simply not a part of the BIX culture.

Orlando, FL

Norman’s

Tantalize your tastebuds at NORMAN’S, the award-winning restaurant featuring celebrity Chef Norman Van Aken’s acclaimed New World Cuisine as the culinary centerpiece. Fusion of Latin, Caribbean and Asian recipes with traditional European technique. Large windows and outdoor terrace feature breathtaking views of the lake, golf course and gardens.

Legendary chef Norman Van Aken is known internationally as “the founding father of New World Cuisine”. This fusion of Latin, Caribbean, Asian, African and American flavors initially came into prominence in the mid-1980s, when Van Aken led a quartet of top South Florida chefs, referred to as the “Mango Gang,” and they placed South Florida’s New World Cuisine on the international culinary map. He is also known as the man who introduced the term “Fusion Cooking” to the world.

New York, NY

Salon de Ning

Salon de Ning- a stylish bar and lounge in Midtown Manhattan- with stunning views over fifth avenue. Located on the rooftop terrace of the Penninsula New York. East meets West in Salon de Ning, where Chinese and international influences fuse into a stylish melange of cultures, reflecting the glamor and style of 1930′s Shanghai- “The Paris of the East”.The dramatic rooftop terraces provide the perfect venue for private events.

Salon de Ning is a seamless cobination of a clubby lounge and bar venue, with a unique collection of travel mementos, art and “objects”.

Washington DC

Marcel’s

Chef and owner Robert Wiedmaier opened Marcel’s restaurant in 1999 and has recieved significant and wide acclaim for his exxceptional cuisine. Marcel’s is an elegant restaurant that consistently wins top awards and ratings for fine dining in Washington, and is named after Robert’s first born son.

Did I miss your city? Leave a comment below and I’ll give you a suggestion!

Hugs and kisses,