Headed to LA for Golden Globes parties

[image error]Welp, even though my financial advisor told me not to take any last-minute trips (or was it my astrologer?) I couldn't resist leaving behind all this ice, slush and snow for LA's sunnier climes, when I scored an invitation to InStyle's Golden Globes after-party this Sunday. I booked a ticket with miles, borrowed a fancy dress from my sister, lined up a few places to stay and will head out tomorrow. I went last year, too, and it was a blast (here's a picture from that night, sampling a chocolate-covered strawberry in the Godiva room.) I will be reporting from the red carpet–or, like last year, from the bathroom.

Oh, and if any thieves are thinking about breaking into my place while I'm gone, don't bother. My friend Christa and her new husband, Jarhead author Anthony Swofford, will be staying at my place and watching Violet. Trust me–you don't want to f!*k with Tony. LA, here I come!