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Watermelon Eating Contest! in Inside Zappos

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Jul 2, 2009 by Jason C.

With the Summer here, and it hitting over 100 degrees every day in Las Vegas, our Flook team decided to hold a watermelon eating contest. It was a very close competition, but our reigning eating champion Ryan took the crown once again. You may remember him from the oreo eating contest.

Good job to everyone that entered the contest. We look forward to the next competition, to see if anyone can dethrone Ryan.

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Core Value O' the Week in Zappos.TV

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Jul 2, 2009 by Brett H.

Like the mighty buffalo, we do more with less.

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Kentucky All Hands in Inside Zappos

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Jul 2, 2009 by J P W

Last week the entire team from the Kentucky Fulfillment center held their all hands meeting to celebrate our 10 year anniversary, as well as get everyone together to review our performance in 2008 and our goals for 2009. The Kentucky fulfillment center also built a time capsule inside of which each department placed several items that represent moments from 2008 and 2009. We'd love to tell you exactly what went inside, but you'll have to wait until 2013 or so to find out!

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Day 793 in Coach

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Jul 2, 2009 by Dr. Vik

Pam Worthy...

Got along with folks like candy to a baby.

People loved her. She had an inspiring personality and a "can do"
attitude, which left nothing but fulfillment and hope wherever she went.

There was not much difference with Pam than with most others, with the
exception that she understood that all people "matter" and should be treated royally.

So she made it a point to keep her thoughts positively aligned with her
desired outcome to "bring up" everyone she made contact with.

It is also no surprise that Pam's life was fulfilling and abundant, and
all the people she helped out, not only returned the favor, but they started to
help out others...from her inspiration.

Yours in "Starting the Process" - Coach

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Best Beach of the Week: Cape May, New Jersey in Outdoor

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Jul 2, 2009 by Lee S.

Anyone living in New York or New Jersey will probably tell you that THE best beach is Cape May on the Jersey Cape. Visit, and you'll swear you're in beach heaven.

Cape May is on a peninsula at the southern tip of New Jersey, between the Delaware Bay and the Atlantic Ocean. It has more than just great beaches: it has an historic lighthouse, gorgeous Victorian Bed and Breakfasts (most of them on the National Register of Historic Places), an assortment of different museums, a free zoo, wildlife sanctuaries, whale-watching trips, and restaurants for every budget. So grab a tote, throw in your sunscreen, a towel, some glamorous sunglasses, water, magazines or books, and a snack, and head to the beach. Choose a swimsuit like this pineapple print one-piece halter from Tommy Bahama, and protect your toes from hot sand with flip-flops by Simple Green Toe. They look great, and with organic cotton and a piece of recycled tire for the outer edge, you're saving the environment too.

The city beaches of Cape May require a beach badge; the 2009 prices are $25 for the season, $13 for a week, $5 for a day, and $10 for a weekend, but the beach at Cape May State Park is absolutely free, so take your pick. The city beaches do have beach umbrellas and chairs to rent, if that's an issue, and both city and park beaches are wheelchair accessible.

One of the most famous landmarks of Cape May is the Cape May Point Lighthouse, inside the park. For a small fee, you can climb 199 steps to the top and see a phenomenal view of the entire peninsula and 30 miles of white beaches. If you decide to climb up, trade the flip-flops for a sturdier shoe like these darlings from Snipe, and throw on some comfy crop pants and a cool light top.

The park and the beaches close at night, so be ready to throw your gear in your bag and head for home or a B&B when the sun starts to set.

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From the Runway to Your Closet: Wear more Yellow in Fashion Culture

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Jul 2, 2009 by Tiffany B.

Yellow, yellow, and more yellow. The color yellow was all over the runways for this summer. Designers such as Roberto Cavalli, Diane Von Furstenberg, and Calvin Klein, had yellow dresses, blouses, skirts, scarves, hats, shoes, and handbags. Just about anything you can wear or carry with you came in the color yellow. Most of the designers opted for the bright yellow, but others took it a little softer with more of a paler yellow. You may be thinking that this is one fashion trend that you want to stay far away from, but done in the right way, yellow can be fabulous.

When you look at the runway fashions, they had bright yellow pieces that were a vivid yellow and not a neon yellow. Avoid neon yellow colors so that you don't look like you arrived from the 80's or you came from the local construction site wearing your safety gear. Gold tones and lemon colored pieces are a good choice as well. There are also certain colors that yellow should not be paired with. If you choose to pair your yellow with black, be sure that it is done in a sophisticated way or else you may end up looking like a bumblebee. Pair yellow with purple, gray, navy blue, and white. Think about steering clear of pairing yellow with pink or tan.

It is rather easy to take this runway fashion trend and apply it to your real-life wardrobe. If you are not sure about the color yellow, then start off small with a pair of yellow sandals. They can add a pop of color to your outfit without being too out there.

If you feel more daring then go for the yellow dress or the yellow blouse with trousers or a skirt. Yellow clothing can be casual or more formal. A plain yellow t-shirt can look great with a pair of boot cut jeans for a day of shopping.

The key to wearing yellow is to find the right shade that matches your skin tone and hair and that you can feel confident in. Some women may like more of the gold tones while other women want the vivid lemon color.

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Bringing Back Family Night One Week at a Time: Video Games in Parents

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Jul 2, 2009 by Amy B.

Remember playing video games when you were younger? Chances are your children enjoy video games just as much as you did. But, did you ever consider getting the entire family involved in playing video games together? Why not? Thanks to the Nintendo Wii, everyone can enjoy video games. Even the Xbox 360 allows up to four players. This week, let's discuss how you turn those expensive gaming consoles you purchased at the holidays into family fun.

There are a variety of different video games for families to enjoy. If your family enjoys board games, there's always Monopoly. If you'd like to get the family into an exercise program, EA Sports for the Nintendo Wii is a wonderful option. You can even enjoy classic games that you played as a child. If you're worried about investing in a game your family won't like, don't be. There are ways to try the games before you buy them and score really good deals.

First of all, never purchase a video game without trying it out first. Many department stores have the latest games setup so that you can try before you buy. This is especially true for gaming bundles, such as EA Sports and Wii Fit. You can also rent games from companies like GameFly. Both of these options allow the family to try out the game and determine if it's a good choice for them.

If you're still worried about price, which can reach over $100 for some bundles, don't be. You must think about how much money you'll save over the long run. Think of how many nights you and your family can spend at home playing the new game. Of course, you may also consider pawn shops and yard sales, which are a wonderful place to score great deals on gaming systems and games.

Thanks to the new video games that are available, everyone can enjoy this activity. Whether it's board games, sports, or even taking the lead in a rock band, you're bound to find a game you and your family will love.

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Office Style: To Fringe or Not to Fringe? in Fashion Culture

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Jul 2, 2009 by Sabah K.

One of the most popular fashion trends for spring and summer 2009 is fringe, and those little shreds and ruffles are appearing on everything from dresses to sandals. This fun, bohemia-Western inspired look can jazz up any plain ensemble and show off your playful side, but is it really appropriate for the office? Here's a close look at the clothes and accessories that you can get away with on casual day at the office and the pieces that should stay in your weekend lineup:

Fringe Sandals
Gladiator sandals and heeled ankle-wrap sandals with fringe trim are one of the hottest looks for the season, but are slightly over-the-top for most office settings. Some of the latest shoe and sandal collections feature ballet flats and gladiator flats trimmed with fringe, but this can be distracting and make your ensemble look less than professional. Stick with the classic looks for shoes and sandals when you're hitting the cubicle.

Fringe Dresses
This season's fun and flirty dresses are laced with fringe and long fringe accents, but they're a definite 'no' for the office. If you want to wear a summer dress, stick with a more conservative, classic look with a cap-sleeve warp dress or a sleeveless shift dress with a lightweight cardigan. Fringe dresses are more suitable for cocktail hour or weekend social events.

Fringe Handbags
Oversized handbags trimmed with lots of fringe may be the ultimate accessory for the average celebrity, but probably won't win you a 'best dressed' award at the office anytime soon. These bags are also very distracting and take away from the polished, pulled-together look you need at the office.

Fringe Tunics
A fun and sassy look plucked right out of the '70s, the tunic paired with some opaque tights is a casual ensemble for the season. However, this stylish and modern look is too fashion-forward for the office scene. If you want to wear the tunic or tunic dress, make sure you're wearing a fitted jacket or long cardigan over it.

Fringe Scarves
A scarf or wrap is a great accessory for the office, and you can get away with a fringed version on casual Friday for the office. Just pair it up with a plain dress or blouse, and enjoy a stylish and trendy look for the day.

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Happy Canada Day! in Inside Zappos

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Jul 1, 2009 by Melissa L.

Team Canada and the Blog team at Zappos.com would like to wish our northern neighbors a very happy Canada Day.

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CLT Class Reunion! in Inside Zappos

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Jul 1, 2009 by Jason C.

Our most recent Customer Loyalty Team class graduated last month, and this week, they all got together for lunch to reminisce and talk about how their jobs are going. The best thing about these classes is that it's not just people from our call center taking them. People all through the company, no matter their position, go through the training. This give everyone a chance to meet people in different departments, and grow our team and family spirit.

Check out the class talking about how they enjoyed the training, and how it has affected their current job.

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It's Content Team Picnic Time! in Inside Zappos

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Jul 1, 2009 by Hannah E.


Back by popular demand, the Content Team had another picnic team outing this past weekend complete with “Content Olympic” games. Since the temperatures here in Las Vegas are slowly creeping up to the 100s, we decided to stock up on water balloons and water guns to keep things cool…and interesting!

We had a relay race where teams had to take turns filling up water bottles held on top of a single team member’s head, using small paper cups, as fast as they can without spilling water on the person’s head…and to make things more challenging, each person had to run back to the starting line while performing funny things like pirouettes, the “running man”, or the “Chicken Dance”! The results were definitely hilarious to say the least.

We also had a popsicle-eating contest to beat the heat…but instead we ended up with massive brain freeze. It’s all in good fun though; the winning team ate nine popsicles in under two minutes! They still can’t feel their teeth.

It was most certainly another fun team-building event in the name of Zappos family spirit and of course, a healthy dose of competition. However, some people definitely got a little water-gun and water-balloon-happy, but we won’t name any names (Rico!).

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Day 792 in Coach

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Jul 1, 2009 by Dr. Vik

One of our greatest attributes...

Is our Ambition.

With it, we can drive our lives forward...and without it, we stay in neutral.

We all have it, just some of us aren't using it as much as we should be.

It's OK, ambition can be stunted by adversity, and if that's the case,
we simply need to ease into our ambition with goals that are easy to
accomplish.

And over time, our confidence comes back along with our ambition.

Yours in "Put it in Drive" - Coach

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Maternity Style: Summer Must-Haves for Staying Cool and Stylish in Parents

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Jul 1, 2009 by Sabah K.

Staying stylish during the dog days of summer when you're expecting can be challenging, especially if you're in your third trimester and are experiencing the aches and pains of pregnancy. It's very important for the mom-to-be to stay cool and relaxed under the summer sun, so choosing the right type of clothing is a top priority. Since you want to be stylish too, here are some of the best clothes to add to your summer collection:

1. The maxi dress. Super soft and lightweight materials make the maxi-dress a definite yes for the season. You can relax in these long, loose, flowing dresses designed with tropical prints or a Grecian-inspired cut for a romantic look. Add a pair of gladiator flats or kitten-heel sandals for a complete ensemble.

2. Maternity capris. 'Tis the season to show off those gams, so don't hide in drawstring pants or jeans this summer! Wear some capris for casual days at the office and weekends, so you can work up a tan on those legs. Maternity capris made with stretch material are comfortable and stylish.

3. Relaxed button-down shirts. Loose and flowing clothing is the best match for a mom-to-be, especially on days when you're feeling bloated and tired. A loose-fitting button-down shirt will help you stay relaxed and comfortable all day long. Choose a light-colored shirt to help you beat the heat this season, without compromising on style.

4. Loose skirts. This season's frock-style skirt trend is at the top of the must-have list, which makes it a necessary addition to your maternity wardrobe. These ultra-feminine and playful skirts are a great way to show off your baby bump in style!

5. Peasant tops. Catch the Bohemian wave this season and enjoy a splash of color with a peasant top. Maternity peasant tops and blouses are designed with extra fabric and tend to flare out at the waist and sleeves. This is a great cut for moms-to-be, and can be especially flattering if you've gained some weight.

Staying cool and comfortable in the heat can be a challenge in itself, and you can multiply the effects of the heat by ten when you're pregnant. Pick up any of these stylish summer must-haves so you can enjoy the best of the season!

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Living Healthy on a Budget: Drink Water in Health and Fitness

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Jul 1, 2009 by Amy B.

Did you know that there's one huge change you can make that is both healthy and affordable? I won't lie. Many people do have a hard time committing to this change, but once they do, they become hooked. What could this change be? My friends, all you have to do is start drinking water. Now, I know what you're thinking. You're thinking, "Water......how is that going to save me money and why is it so incredibly healthy?" This week let's dive into the wonderful topic of water.

First of all, have you ever considered how much it costs to drink soda, coffee, tea, or alcohol? Not to mention that those prices could soon be even higher thanks to the need for new tax law ideas. Don't get me wrong, bottled water can be just as expensive. It can also be quite damaging to the planet. But, there are ways to save on water.

Tip 1: Skip flavored waters. Flavored waters are not only expensive, but they are harder for your kidneys to filter.

Tip 2: Don't fall for bottled waters. Some companies simply use tap water that isn't even specially filtered. Not to mention that the cost of bottled water can really add up.

Tip 3: Invest in a water filter. You can purchase models for your sink or simpler models that are inside pitchers. Either way, you'll get clean, tasty drinking water without the large expense.

Tip 4: Purchase a reusable water bottle. Having a reusable water bottle makes it easier to take water with you, leaving you with no excuse to drink other beverages.

Now, why is water so much healthier than other drinks? Water not only clears toxins from your system, but it helps clear your body of cholesterol and fat as well. It also keeps you hydrated, whereas drinking too much soda can actually cause dehydration. Water has even been proven to aid in weight loss and is of course easy for your kidneys to process.

There you have it. Water is not only healthy, but it also helps you live a healthy lifestyle while sticking to a budget.

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Celebrity Gossip: Giselle is Pregnant, Jessica Simpson in New Reality Show in Fashion Culture

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Jul 1, 2009 by Tiffany B

Jessica Simpson is trying her hand at a reality show once again even though she has blamed her reality show Newlyweds with her ex-husband Nick Lachey for the demise of her marriage. Simpson will be headlining VH1's The Price of Beauty. The show will follow Simpson as she travels around the world to find out what people think is beautiful. The singer claims that she was "immediately intrigued" when she heard about the show, as just a couple of months ago she herself endured criticism for gaining weight. Simpson had this to say about the show, "I am really looking forward to discovering how beauty is perceived in different cultures and participating in some of the crazy things people do to feel beautiful. I know we will all learn a lot on this journey and I am so excited that VH1 is coming along on what I'm sure will be a wild ride." Taping of the reality show will start in mid-July and is set to air next year some time.

Another actress/singer may be getting her own reality show also. Lindsay Lohan met with Ryan Seacrest to discuss a possible reality show. Ryan wrote on his Twitter page, "Met with Lindsay last night about a show idea I have for her...it helps people and gives others a second shot." Seacrest has produced other reality shows before such as Keeping Up With the Kardashians. According to tmz.com, the show will give real people who are heading down the wrong path $1million to make it right. Lohan would serve on a panel of judges who would choose the winners from the contestants.

There are several inside sources that are confirming that supermodel Gisele Bundchen is indeed pregnant. Giselle married professional football player Tom Brady in two ceremonies this past spring and has talked about how family means everything. Meanwhile rumors have been popping up all over stating that Gisele was pregnant. If you have seen any pictures of Gisele lately, who usually has the flattest stomach, you may have noticed a slight baby bump. Well, now sources are confirming the news that she is pregnant with the couple's first child together. Tom Brady already has an almost two-year-old son from his previous relationship with actress Bridget Moynahan.

Source:
www.usmagazine.com

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