Sometimes you just have to take a risk to create BIG change in our life.
Based on the comments I received last week, today’s video blog talks about the concept of fearlessness. And are we willing to be “fully alive when we’re alive and fully dead when we are dead.” (thanks Brenda for that wonderful quote)
And after you view it please let me know if you have ever done something you were scared to death to do but you did it anyway?
Why Does Death Always Come in Threes???
Schoolhouse Rock said it first, “Three is a Magic Number” —
Past, Present, Future
Father, Mother, Baby make a Family
A Priest, a Jew and an Irishman walk into a bar
But why does death always seem to happen in threes?
It seems like a cruel joke to me. Monday, I had three run-ins with death. And I’m talking about it in my Funeral Blog.
But seriously, I really want to know. There must be some scientific explanation for this phenomenon. Share with me your theories in my comment section. I’m dieing to know…
Summer is my favorite time of year.
~I was born in June so every birthday party I ever had was during the summer.
~My favorite flower is the sunflower and even though it blooms in fall, it still reminds me of summer.
~And I cannot wait for the local fruits and vegetables to start popping up at the farmers markets.
But in the meantime, we are in the middle of my second favorite season, spring. So a couple of weeks ago, I headed down to The Union Square Greenmarket to see what could be found.
Did you know that maple syrup is only harvested in spring? Watch the video to see my interview with Lee from Deep Mountain Maple.
And make sure to wait until the end for bonus footage of the annual Union Square pillow fight.
I hope you get a chance to make it out to the farmers market this weekend. And leave your recipes below in the comments section for two popular spring vegetables, fiddleheads and ramps.
-Stacy
I happen to know everything there is to know about maple syrup! I love maple syrup. I love maple syrup on pancakes. I love it on pizza. And I take maple syrup and put a little bit in my hair when I’ve had a rough week. What do you think holds it up, slick?
~Jeremy Grey, The Wedding Crasher
I have never actually been a fan of Earth Day. I remember when I was at The University of Michigan, they had all these booths set up every April 22nd in the quad, offering pamphlets on what you can do to save the planet. I think all it did was create more trash.
This year they have signs on the subway with pictures of people making the letter E with their fingers. Like they are saying it’s cool to be in the Earth Day gang. They even have the guy from Entourage on there. No, not the one who’s name is actually E but the main celebrity guy, Vince. I want to see pictures of Adrian Grenier’s sustainable home in Hollywood, not a picture of him making the letter E. Adrian, if you’re listening ping me and I’ll send you my personal email for those pictures.
Now I know that Earth Day isn’t actually a bad thing. It does raise awareness and quite possibly funds. But I just want to point out that we don’t need an actual day to feel like we’re doing our part to eliminate our carbon footprint.
I think we can lead by example. So here are a few small things I’ve been trying to do lately. And I wonder if you might be willing to share a few of yours by commenting below? Every little bit helps and maybe your idea will inspire real change.
Use your own dishes at lunch.
I am lucky enough to have a job that serves lunch every day. So I bought a cute set of plastic (they won’t break) plates and bowls and I bring them with me to the lunch line. Have fun with it. My bowls and plates have a green design on them. And at least once a week someone comments about how cute they are and that they think that is such a good idea. I also believe you could bring your own dishes even to the cafeteria. And I think at some places like Starbucks if you want a mug instead of a paper cup, all you have to do is ask.
Bring your own bag to the store.
I am obsessed with Chico Bags. These little bags fold up inside of themselves to fit easily in your purse. And they even have a little hook to hang on your key chain. If you’d like one for free, let me know. I include one with your first produce order of Local Foods NYC. And if you live out of town, I can put together a batch of non perishable local items and mail that with a Chico Bag to you too.
Buy local food.
Most of you know how I have become an advocate of the local food movement. Not only does the produce taste better but buying local also has a huge impact on the planet. Even organic food often travels 3,000 miles before it ends up on the Whole Foods shelves. So for me, this is a no brainer. Get out to your local farmers market and if you don’t have the time, buy from me and I’ll deliver it. The cost is often the same if not cheaper than Whole Foods.
Bring your own water bottle.
I have a 32oz Sigg Water Bottle that sits on my desk all day. Not only do I drink more water than I would if I had to leave my desk to constantly refill a regular 12oz cup but it’s also super cute. It is royal blue with a henna design. I think you can see how I tend to enjoy eating and drinking from bright, colorful objects.
Solar energy.
Get outside. Soak up some rays. Tell the sun you appreciate it. Smell the flowers. Now please still wear your sunscreen. But it’s important to not be cooped up in your stale indoor environment all day. Go outside, and see for yourself what all the Earth Day hype is really all about.
Thanks for reading and I look forward to hearing some of your comments below.
-Stacy
“Shipping is a terrible thing to do to vegetables. They probably get jet-lagged, just like people.”
~Elizabeth Berry
Stacy & Anwar promoting The Funeralogues at the 2009 Edinburgh Fringe Festival
“Excellence is not a Destination but a Continuous Journey.”
That’s the quote on the plaque my mom sent me after I completed the Bikram Yoga 30 Day Challenge. And it couldn’t be truer right now.
Tomorrow night I will be performing for the first time a completely brand new, nothing at all like the last show, version of my one woman show, The Funeral Crasher.
I am going back to the beginning. Why I wanted to do the show in the first place? I wanted to share REAL stories. So I’ve interviewed a few people and will be presenting their stories for the first time tomorrow night.
I also just found out that we are presold at over 50% capacity. That means we’re going to have a packed house. And with feedback after the show, you guys are sure to make my next version, which will premiere at The Hollywood Fringe Festival in June, the best one yet.
Thank you all so much for supporting me on this journey. It has truly been a life changing experience.
-Stacy
Tuesday, April 20th at 7:00pm
The Funeral Crasher
starring Stacy Mayer
One Night Only – New York Preview
Stacy is back to tell us how it all began with hilarious new stories of her funeral obsession.
Illuminating Artists: One Woman Standing festival
at Tada Theatre, 15 West 28th St. 2nd Floor
http://www.brownpapertickets.com/producerevent/102836?prod_id=15912
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