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“Mrroww.”
TRANSLATION: Even though my contract explicitly prohibits me from performing manual labor, I did my assistant’s laundry today as part of a barter for sliced turkey. For the record, I upheld my end of the bargain but have not yet received said turkey.
UPDATE, 6:40PM: I may have thrown my back out carrying the laundry upstairs. Still no turkey.
LOL! Poor Tabs… It’s a hard-knock life for cats. 🙂
Who is Tabs the cat? Click here to see how we met.
Disclaimer: Tabs is NOT a certified astrologer…but he does read Susan Miller, a lot.
Aries (March 21- April 19)
July could be hectic for you, Aries, but don’t despair. A full moon over the weekend of July 24-25 will bring with it an opportunity to socialize and have fun. Do something special for yourself beforehand, like going shopping, or getting your hair or nails done, and be open for anything.
Taurus (April 20-May 20)
July heralds romantic possibilities for you, Taurus. With Venus in your house of love, be ready for chemistry with someone stable, reliable and ambitious. Rock your best come hither hair and makeup between July 10 and August 5.
Gemini (May 21-June 20)
If you’ve been saving up for something, Gemini, consider buying it now or waiting for fall. Mercury enters retrograde between August 20 and September 12, so you might want to schedule any large purchases of appliances, furniture or electronics (this includes T3 hairdryers and the Clarisonic brush) around those dates.
Cancer (June 21-July 22)
Happy birthday, sweetie! Expect some good financial news around the full moon (July 25), plus or minus four days. This might be a great time to treat yourself to something luxurious. Might I suggest Chanel?
Leo (July 23-August 22)
If you’re thinking about making a dramatic change to your hair, lovely Leo, consider doing it over the next few days (from now through July 9). Venus, patron of love and good looks, is on your side! 🙂
Virgo (August 23-September 22)
A big project is coming to a close, Virgo, and you’ll be busy leading up to the full moon on July 25. Stock up on your beauty basics — the products you love to use for minimal makeup looks. Feeling cute while you’re busy will help you through the month.
Libra (September 23-October 22)
The full moon on July 25 means love 
is in the air around you, Libra. Bust out your most kissable lipgloss, schedule a date with a crush, or hit the club with your girls. Wherever you go and whatever you do, love interests are sure to notice!
Scorpio (October 23-November 21)
Set aside your favorite travel beauty goodies, Scorpio, because July 11 is the date of an eclipse! It brings with it TWO ideal times to travel this month — the first on July 11 and the other on July 26. Both days should be great times to start an adventure!
Sagittarius (November 22-December 21)
Mars and Mercury want to help you make strides in your career, Sagittarius. The two will be in perfect positions on July 26. You may interview for a new position or a promotion, so update your resume, dust off your interview suit, and bust out your favorite work-friendly lipstick!
Capricorn (December 22-January 19)
All work and no play makes Capricorn a dull girl. 🙂 You’ve been working hard lately, and it’s time to take a break. Mars moves through the house of long distance travel at the end of this month. July 28 would be a great time to start a trip, and if you decide to head someplace warm, don’t forget to wear your sunscreen!
Aquarius (January 20-February 18)
Mark July 23 on your calendar, sweet Aquarius. The Sun and Uranus will be in perfect harmony, so it could be a gold star day filled with welcome surprises — you may do well on a presentation, get a job opportunity or be asked on a first date. To look your best all day long, bump up the wear time of your makeup with a good primer.
Pisces (February 19-March 20)
You’re physically strong this month, Pisces, so bust out your favorite gym clothes (or invest in some cute new workout wear), and fill your makeup bag with sweat-proof products. Saturn’s due to exit Virgo on July 21. With it comes a time to make great strides in the fitness department.
May the stars be with you,
P.S. Speaking of eclipses, have you seen the new Twilight movie? Tabs and I went this afternoon. He thinks the wolf pack needs a new wardrobe (those jeans shorts are sooo not happenin’).
You probably already know this about Tabs, but he’s more than a mere house cat. He’s also a top kitty model and my partner here at Makeup and Beauty Blog.
Now that it’s summer, the phone’s been ringing off the hook with modeling job offers. That’s summer, for ya. On the one hand it’s great because I know he loves his work, but on the other hand I miss having him around since he’s always on the road. This week it was Rio and Prague. 🙂
Here’s a look at some of the campaigns he worked on this week:
Tabs insisted we hold another comic challenge today because he thought the gals who entered the last one did awesome! Seriously, I cracked up laughing.
Here’s a new template for you to work with. I can’t wait to see what you come up with this time! To participate, just write some dialogue for each of the 13 comic regions in the template, and then Tabs and I will pick our favorites from among your creations and share them with the world a little later this week.
PANEL #1: Mr. Tiger always knew he was different, but tonight he would show America just how different he really was…
PANEL #2: Did you ever know that you’re my hero! You’re everything I would like to beeeeeee! I can fly higher than an eagle! ‘Cause you are the wind beneath my —
PANEL #3: CUT! STOP! That’s enough, Mr. Tiger. We’ve heard enough.
PANEL #4: Really? But I’m not done. There’s still another verse.
PANEL #5: That will NOT be necessary.
PANEL #6: Oh, hello, Tabs… Still trying to sabotage my career, house cat?
PANEL #7: Great… This just went from bad to worse.
PANEL #8: House cat…? Who you callin’ house cat?
PANEL #9: When does Oprah come out?
PANEL #10: Oprah? I thought this was Tyra.
PANEL #11: Are you kidding me!? Tyra isn’t half the singer I am!
PANEL #12: Excuse me. I don’t know if this is the right studio, but I have a Ms. Tyra Banks waiting in a limo outside. Should I bring her in through the —
PANEL #13: Good night, Tiger. And now, your banner must fall…
Go on and stretch those creativity muscles, girl. 🙂
Your friendly neighborhood beauty addict,
Karen
What’s the deal with these two-day weekends, ladies? Let’s start a petition! I want three days from now on. Two days is barely enough time to run errands, much less have fun. Who’s with me? I’ve got one signature from a coworker so far:
Notwithstanding the length of it, did you have a good weekend? What are you doing tonight, and does it involve True Blood? 🙂
Tabs is actually napping right now, even though this is prime tabby time (dusk). I think he’s jet lagged from all of the traveling he’s been doing lately. See, we’re entering kitteh modeling season, so things are picking up.
OOH! As a matter of fact, here are pictures from the shoots he did this week:
I don’t know if he mentioned it, but Tabs had a pretty exciting weekend. Yesterday while I was in Napa he spent the day helping El Hub with some chores around the house. Because they’re both so busy nowadays they don’t get to hang out as much as they used to, Tabs because of travel (he was in Prague for a shoot week before last) and El Hub because of his day job (international man of mystery).
So yesterday they both just spent quality time together, replacing garbage disposals, planting catnip and watching Legend of the Seeker on Hulu — you know, typical cat/man things.
Okay, are you ready to fly your crazy cat lady flag with me? 🙂 It’s easy. Just complete the dialogue for the above comic by leaving eight (8) captions in your comment. Then, Tabs will choose his favorites and turn them into the real thing.
PANEL #1: Tabs didn’t know what time it was when he hit Casino Royale, but he knew it was well after midnight. That meant he only had a few hours left to win back the money he’d lost to Ben Affleck earlier that night.
PANEL #2: Mrow… (stand)
PANEL #3: How zuz ist feel, heir Tabby, to vatch a veal gat pleh?
PANEL #4: I’m staring at you like this because it’s ironic…
PANEL #5: …and because there’s something you don’t know about me, doctor.
PANEL #6: Oh, was ist das?
PANEL #7: Not only am I immune to pressure, but I’m good friends with the dealer.
PANEL #8: BOOM! Haha! Read ’em and weep, dude!
Okay, I know you can do better than that, LOL! Help me out here.
Your friendly neighborhood beauty addict,
Karen
Disclaimer: Tabs is NOT a certified astrologer…but he does read Susan Miller, a lot.
Aries (March 21-April 19)
Keep your heart open around June 14, when Venus enters Leo and your fifth house of romance. Admiring eyes will be on you! — so be prepared. Keep that pucker primed for sudden kisses with a moisturizing lip balm or tint.
Taurus (April 20-May 20)
The alignments of Venus and Jupiter around the middle of the month will make it time to toot your own horn. In your professional life, don’t be too shy to highlight some of your skills and accomplishments. This potential for self-promotion and/or pleasure will peak on June 15, so pay extra attention to your makeup, hair and clothes.
Gemini (May 21-June20)
With Mercury visiting Gemini from June 10-25, expect the pace of your life to pick up. You’ll have a lot on your plate, so look for ways to simplify and streamline your hair and makeup; yes, you’ll be busy, but you’ll still want to look great.
Cancer (June 21-July 22)
When Venus dances into Leo on June 14, invest in yourself with some overdue pampering. Boost your confidence and clear your thoughts with a massage or a trip to a spa. Go alone or with girlfriends, and treat yourself to a sassy new outfit while you’re at it.
Leo (July 23-August 22)
Pack your favorite travel beauty bits as Jupiter bounds into Aries from June 6-8. Stay sharp; an opportunity to travel and advance your education will arise.
Virgo (August 23-September 22)
Stock up on your at-home spa indulgences (try a new hair mask or body scrub), a few chick flicks and your favorite beauty mags, because with Venus chilling in your twelfth house of Privacy through June 14, you’ll need the extra time to relax at home away from social obligations.
Libra (September 23-October 22)
Your creativity will explode on June 5, so let your imagination run wild; dust off your makeup brushes (or get some new ones), and prop yourself in front of a mirror. Test some new eyeshadow combinations you’ve been meaning to try.
Scorpio (October 23-November 21)
Friends will come calling shortly after June 14, when your social life kicks into high gear (peaking around June 22). Be ready and willing to try a fun makeup look, and plan for a night on the town!
Sagitarius (November 22-December 21)
You’ll feel a boost of energy around June 14, and you’ll be hard to stop. You’ll need some long-wearing makeup — particularly eyeshadows, waterproof mascara and a good primer — that can keep up with you. Cut back on caffeine and other stimulants, if you can; otherwise, you risk transforming your healthy energy into the nervous kind.
Capricorn (December 22-January 19)
Wear a flower in your hair, buy a new pink gloss, or wear an outfit that makes you feel great, as love has its eye on you early this month. Smile when others smile back, and be open to the idea of a new romance.
Aquarius (January 20-February 18)
Money may become a minor issue late in the month (after June 22), so consider buying your monthly beauty supplies sooner rather than later, just in case. You may even find some great deals.
Pisces (February 19-March 20)
Wear your favorite office makeup look, and dress for success around June 7; a creative idea could spark your career or a personal project.
May the stars be with you,
P.S. Tabs is a gemini. What sign are you? 🙂
I guess dreams really do come true. The upcoming MAC Venomous Villains collection has me in such a tizzy that I’ve been drawing all morning long! A MAC Cosmetics/Disney collaboration? Um, are you kidding me!? Talk about a recipe for greatness.
Speaking of recipes, here’s one for today — a tutorial on how to draw Tabs in the Disney style (or as close as I can come to it). It’s his tribute to MAC Venomous Villains. 🙂
UPDATE, 8-15-2010: For the inside scoop on the MAC Venomous Villains collection, check out MAC Venomous Villains: 101 Things You Didn’t Know
Have fun! If you decide to give it a try, go on and send me a picture of your artwork so I can show it to Tabs.
Simple is the name of the game here. Are you ready? Grab your favorite pen or pencil, and start by drawing one big circle for Tabs’ head, adding in the facial guidelines after that. Next, draw a line for his neck and two more circle shapes for his chest and his bottom. Finish the step with the remaining lines for his legs and tail.
