Miranda Coutts

"Exercise" is almost a foreign word to a bombshell. We don't run, unless someone is chasing us with a knife. Why would I run on a treadmill if I'm not going to get anywhere? No, no running is not for me. Recently, I decided yours truly ought to firm up a little so I thought about exercise. I can't do prolonged exercise outdoors - too much sun can ruin the pale complexion... So I bought myself a "suitable" excercise wardrobe and decided to join a gym. Thinking realistically and long-term, I will only go if it's lovely. So, I did some research and found the most luxurious gym in this city. It's at a five star hotel. There's a pool, a plunge pool, a spa, a beauty parlour, a maid, lots of fresh white towels, a sauna, marble steamroom, complimentary espresso and magazine/papers, lots of other celebrities doing their thing (whatever that may be) and every machine is hooked up to cable television! Finally something to do whilst doing something mund...

All is NOT fair in love and war. While I curl-up here on my velvety chaise-lounge, learning my lines (there are many more lines to learn than I originally thought), my mind can't help wandering back to HIM. I find it extremely difficult and unfair when I have an old-fashioned "crush" on a man I've never met. Being famous is so unnatural. I'm not supposed to know this man even exists. And then I find out he's seeing someone. He's entitled to. But I don't like it. He's supposed to be dating ME!!! He's not cheating on me, he doesn't even know me. So why do I feel so helpless? However, if I were to meet him, what are the chances of him falling in love with me anyway? Oh the angst! It's unbearable. What to do when you are in a "situation" such as mine? Well, first you need to buy yourself a beautiful new tube of lipstick. You need to spend time with a female friend. Take up knitting so your fingers are too busy to Google HIM cons...

CRUISING The Yacht/Launch/Ship Ah, this is one of my favourite ways to travel. If you are well prepared, cruising can be fabulous. There's so much to do and see. Below, I've listed a few items I recommend for packing. You either fall into one of two complexion categories - peaches & cream or bronzed beauty. Either way, you MUST look after yourselves whilst on your cruising vacation. You must pack to protect your skin and preserve your beauty. * a dress for each night (the more glamorous the better) * pashmina or stole for mild evenings * a hairdressing appointment for each night * A wide-brimmed hat with secure pin * Corset-style one piece swimsuit * Sleeping eye mask * large framed sunglasses * mini first-aid kit including sea-sickness pills * sun-protection lotion (UVA & UVB proof) * Large scarf * Binoculars * sarong * long sleeved linen shirt * ukalele (to play on the islands) * a flower for behind your ear

What's in a name? Your name is very important. You need to love your name. Your face is your fortune as your name is your calling-card! Many bombshells have changed their less-desirable names into more suitable names. Norma Jean Baker - Marilyn Monroe Heather Sweet - Dita Von Teese Amanda Lee-Rodgers - Portia de Rossi Elizabeth Ruth Grable - Betty Grable Ashley Tyler Criminella - Ashley Judd Audrey Kathleen Ruston - Audrey Hebpurn Barbara Jean Moorhead - Barbara Eden Eleanora Fagan - Billie Holliday Mary Cathleen Collins - Bo Derek Camille Javal - Brigitte Bardot Cassandra Peterson - Elvira Greta Lovisa Gustafson - Greta Garbo Joyce Penelope Wilhemina Frankenberg - Jane Seymour Lucille Faye LeSueur - Joan Crawford Gladys Leeman - Kirstie Alley Betty Joan Perske - Lauren Bacall Maria Magdalena von Losch - Marlene Dietrich Natalie Hershlag - Natalie Portman

Last week, I audtitioned for a part in a theatre company and got in. Bombshells like the limelight, even us shy kittens. When we shine brightly we can be blinding, but when we flickers to a dim glow, well... you'd probably prefer not to know about it. We are used to people paying attention to us. It's our part in life to be admired. It is a reason very few people see us "sans make-up"! It's a famous bombshell tradition to always receive a bouquet of flowers after the first and last show in a season. I look forward to it so much! Bombshells, if nobody is giving/sending you bouquets, send them to yourself. You deserve it. Courtsey, take the compliments and sign your autograph with finesse!

Boudoir The Mai Tai When in Waikiki Beach, Honolulu, I suggest staying at the famous "pink palace of the pacific" - The Royal Hawaiian. http://www.royal-hawaiian.com/ Opened in 1927, it is the only hotel truly on the Waikiki beach front. Here's a recipe for the famous Mai Tai cocktail (one of my favourites). Most of the time, someone will gladly make this for you, but just incase... Mai Tai serves 4 125ml (1/2 cup) cold water 100g (1/2 cup) caster sugar 2 cups crushed ice 125ml (1/2 cup) white rum 60ml (1/4 cup) amaretto liqueur 60ml (1/4 cup) fresh lime juice 125ml (1/2 cup) dark rum Method Place water & sugar in a small saucepan over low heat. Cook, stirring for 2 minutes or until sugar dissolves. Increase heat to high and bring to boil for 2 minutes or until syrup thickens slightly. Remove from heat & set aside for 30 minutes or until cooled. Divide the ice among 4 serving glasses. Pour over the white rum and top with amaretto. Continue layering with orange cur...

Aerial View Poolside The Chateau Marmont The Bar "If you must get in trouble, do it at the Cheateau Marmont" - Harry Cohn (founder - Columbia Pictures) This hotel was originally modelled on a French chateau and has been the official playground of every Hollywood "star". It was also the first earthquake-proof building in California. This is a Hollywood legend which won't disappoint. Whether you feel like being a glamorous diva or just want hide away undetected, you can do it here at the legendary Chateau Marmont. The hotel boasts 63 rooms with sound-proof walls, formal living rooms, some with dining rooms, balconies, private terraces and of course those white curtains that billow seductively in the breeze. Curious Kitty fact: They use Frette bed linen at this hotel. You can buy this for your own boudoir and have your own "la Marmont" every single night! It's situated at 8221 W Sunset Blvd, West Hollywood CA 90045 USA http://www.chateaumarmont.com/

a room the bar the dining room This is the Madonna Inn is St Louis Obispo, California. It is a bombshell hotel. There are many bombshell hotels worldwide. This one is a particular favourite of mine. It's pretty and comfortable and has a great boutique. Each room has a unique name and a 'theme'. Some rooms even have waterfalls as showers! It's amazing. I even love their little cakes of soap!! http://www.madonnainn.com/ http://www.madonnainn.com/features.php

We have to face scandal and criticism on a daily basis. A tough bomb-shell'ter (and a good publicist & lawyer) is warranted. For every person who adores us, there is a person (always a woman) who dispises us - for one reason. Jealousy. We rise above this. Most bombshells have a psychologist as well at that nice boy downstairs who is always ready to bring you a nice, hot cup of coffee and lend a kind ear. Cher once mentioned that if you aren't in the gossip magazines, you aren't successful enough. Stand by your conscience. If you make a mistake, own up to it. Remember - for every action, there is a reaction. A little scandal can't hurt. We've never been wallflowers so scandal is inevitable. Sticks and stones could break our bones whilst words will never hurt us (if we don't let them). We are melodramatic and that's fine. But some bombshells are known for killing pain with pills and alcohol. Don't. Rise above this. You will prevail!!! Thus I recommend...

I'm a creative girl by nature. Bombshells generally are. We like to entertain people and often add a little intrigue to an occasion. We like to do courses to broaden our horizons as much as we love to read. You'll find us doing courses in: * Cooking for entertaining (we like the "idea" of this, but very few of us actually do cook) * Drama - a great many bombshells are actresses * Singing - we ALL sing even if we aren't talented (think Marilyn Monroe) * Dance - it's in our souls (even if we are rythem-poor) * Painting/sculpture * Language (usually french, spanish or italian) * Skiing * Golf * Photography * Horseriding (we love animals!) Here's a little list of jobs where you'd be likely to find a bombshell: * The Ballet * Acting * Animal aid * Secretarial * Singing (often in cocktail lounges - languidly draped over a grand piano) * playing musical instruments * modelling * presidents' wife/girlfriend * Air hostessing * Cocktail waitressing * Art gal...