Obama's Proposed Creation of Consumer Agency

President Obama recently proposed the creation of Consumer Financial Protection Agency (CFPA). The proposed agency would make all financial oriented products clearer to consumers. Everything from mortgages, credit cards, loans and even bank overdraft fees will be required to fully disclose the risks and costs associated with said products. Not only will the agency curtail deceptive marketing practices but it is planned to promote market competition and economic growth. Of course this isn't going over well with the big wigs @ large financial corporations nor Bernanke but who cares? It sounds like a sound plan to me-more consumer focus and a little less BS. Read more about it here:

http://blogs.wsj.com/washwire/2009/06/17/obamas-financial-reform-plan-the-condensed-version/

Moxie News of the Day:Mogul Tyler Perry Gives Back

In the moxiest news of the day entertainment mogul Mr. Tyler Perry is sponsoring a Walt Disney World Trip to 65 children of the Creative Steps Day Care Center who's swimming privileges at Pennsylvania's Valley Swim Club were revoked in a racially motivated move that hit headlines last month. Mr. Perry states "This is awful, and for anyone that has grown up in the inner-city, you know that one small act of kindness can change your life," he wrote, adding that with the trip to Disney World, "I want them to know that for every act of evil that a few people will throw at you, there are millions more who will do something kind for them. This is all about the kids." Fabulous!
Want to read more? Click below: http://www.cnn.com/2009/SHOWBIZ/07/20/tyler.perry.pool.children/index.html

Moxie TV: CNN Black In America 2 & Kanye West Live

CNN's Soledad O'Brien is back reporting on the challenges and concerns facing the Black community in Black In America 2. It premiere's tonight @ 9pm. The first installment caused a bit a controversy but I must say this one looks interesting. For more info http://www.cnn.com/SPECIALS/2009/black.in.america/

And...

Kanye West will premiere an exclusive live performance on Fuse TV from his hometown of Chicago on July 25th @ 8pm. This will def be entertaining...Set your DVR...http://www.fuse.tv/ontv/shows/kanye/index.html

Lexus Promo: Win A One Year Lease

Lexus is holding a promotion where someone will be the lucky winner of a one year lease of the HS 250h Hybrid. No purchase is necessary however, you must register and create a profile stating why you should win the prize. It's a little involved but all you kings and queens of social media should thrive...more info here http://www.drivehs.com/eb0709 Good luck!

Personalized Gift Ideas

How many times were you baffled when purchasing gifts for the special folks in your life? It seems as though people have all they want, need and then some. Then you throw in the variables: their taste level, something unique that they can appreciate and you def don't want to gift anything that someone has already gifted-it's almost like showing up at a party to find someone wearing your exact garb-not cool. Saks features a nice selection of personalized gifts. This has been a fave of mine for sometime. I usually order from Things Remembered but I love the personalized plate sets for the kiddies and the personalized coasters makes for a nice housewarming gift-they work for both men & women. The coasters would go great with a set of nice wine glasses. Code SFASUM9 gets you free shipping on all orders @ saks.com.

It's baaack...NYC Restaurant Week

Restaurant Week is back with a great deal at many NYC hot spots for a limited time only. Reservations are now being accepted via www.opentable.com. More info @ http://nycgo.com/restaurantweek

Mr.Chow vs. Philippe Chow

The tastiest battle ensues in a suit that restaurateur Michael Chow, owner of Mr.Chow has brought on against former employee and restaurateur Philippe Chow of Philippe. Mr. Chow alleges that Philippe Chow changed his name from Chak Yam Chau to confuse and lure away Mr. Chow's customers-branding issues eh? I heart Philippe! The chicken satay is amazing. More of this story below...including Philippe Chow's response.
http://nymag.com/daily/food/2009/07/kung_pow_mr_chow_smacks_philip.html
http://nymag.com/daily/food/2009/07/philippe_to_mr_chow_yeah_i_cha.html

Laura Mercier Friends & Family Event

Laura Mercier is offering a grab bag for $65.00 featuring cosmetics and some other goodies valued @ $300.00. Even if you're not interested in the bag, there is a 50% off sale going on. I use her blush in the blushing apple hue and need to stock up cause it's a steal at $11.00. Enjoy!

http://www.lauramercier.com/grabbags.php?cm_mmc=Email-_-Friends%20Family%20Grab%20Bag%20Sale%20070809-_-20090708-_-choose%20grab%20bag%20options%20text%20link

Mmmm Don Coqui Restaurant Opens Tomorrow!

Don Coqui, owned by celebrity restaurateur Jimmy Rodriguez, will open tomorrow in New Rochelle, NY near the New Roc City entertainment complex. The restaurant features Puerto Rican cuisine in a chic modern minimalist setting and if Sofrito Restaurant is any indication of what the food and drinks will be like, I'll be in heaven! This restaurant is so anticipated because it is the only one in Westchester County of its caliber. In a new business model, Jimmy is offering on/off site catering, cooking classes for kids including birthday parties, cooking parties with a wine tasting option, corporate events and gift certificates. See you there! http://www.doncoqui.com/