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<\/a>Photo by Karen Salkin.<\/p><\/div>\n
Yet, once again, I could not find the time to make it out to Utah for the very famous film festival. That\u2019s a shame because I have a producer pal who was out there with a couple of his sure-to-be-hits films, and I would have loved to be there to support him.<\/p>\n
But no mind; for the fourth year in a row, Debbie Durkin, who produces this lounge, let me feel a small part of the action by providing some goodies from her suite for me. Here are the highlights:<\/p>\n
Choices Recovery Center\u00a0goodie bag<\/strong>\u2014There were several fun items in here, including a selfie stick, and what I actually needed most right now\u2014a travel manicure kit! I had just misplaced my own nail cleaner, and, since there are few things more disgusting on an otherwise groomed person than dirty nails, I was uber-relieved to have one again. And it reminds me of the beloved kit I kept in my Brooklyn abode, so it\u2019s an extra-win for me!<\/p>\n Modern Oats<\/strong>–I already eat this oatmeal that comes in its own to-go cup, but now I also have a cozy ski cap to go along with it. (I actually wore it at the theater the other night, when the air-conditioning was blowing down on me!)<\/p>\n Barefoot ECO Outfitters<\/strong>\u2014The company’s apparel is always cozy, so I was happy to receive a long-sleeved ski polo.<\/p>\n Anchor Almond Butter Toffee<\/strong>\u2014This delicious toffee comes from my third favorite state, Rhode Island! So eating a piece gave me happy memories.<\/p>\n Colour Pop Cosmetics<\/strong>\u2014I already use tons of their make-up products, so I was excited to receive another lip gloss and eye shadow.<\/p>\n Jagger’s World of Autism<\/strong><\/em>\u2014As a former teacher, I can tell you that there are a lot of parents of autistic children who will appreciate this book by Dennis Vanasse.<\/p>\n Whole Health Medical Group<\/strong>\u2014This wellness group from Utah offered some always-welcome vitamins to the guests.<\/p>\n John Paul Pet Awapoochi Shampoo<\/strong>\u2014What pet owners don\u2019t love to receive a new shampoo for their furry friends?<\/p>\n As always with awards shows, I\u2019ll be live-tweeting the Oscars this Sunday, beginning with the arrivals, which start at 3PM Pacific Time. If you don\u2019t already follow me, you might want to do so before then. @MajorCelebrity<\/strong>. And, in case you\u2019re wondering, I\u2019m totally rooting for Hacksaw Ridge<\/em> because my good friend, David Permut, produced it! That\u2019s right\u2014I\u2019m actually friends with an Oscar-nominated producer<\/em>! And I could not be happier for him, no matter what happens on Sunday.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":" ECOLUXE LOUNGE AT SUNDANCE GOODIE BAG This very eco-friendly lounge returned to Sundance…for their 10th anniversary! Wow. And, from what I understand from some pals who attend this Utah film festival each year, this is one of the only surviving gifting suites, so that\u2019s even more of a tribute to them. Of course, it doesn\u2019t<\/p>\n