Did you guys get to catch this week’s episode of How Do I Look?? By far one of my faves!!

I don’t know if it was because of her sensational sense of humor or ..let’s be honest, her tig o bitties onscreen. DID YOU SEE this woman’s outfits?? Everyone has been asking me if that outfit she first walked out in was staged and I’m like, How in the heck would you think I could convince a woman with triple threat breasts to arrive… wearing a shirt backwards….as a dress!?

I’m good, but not that good.

Anyway, if yall didn’t catch the premiere this past weekend, do catch one of the many reruns this week before the next new episode airs next Saturday. Here’s the schedule to set your DVR. Enjoy this fabulous courtroom scene where Tavara gets convicted with underdressing charges–haha from a jury of eligible bachelors
And THANK YOU for clicking here to find out why I’m going to Vietnam and how you can be a part of my trip!!

That’s right friends. I’m dying of excitement to finally be taking the first vacation in three stretched years of non-stop working. And well, I even feel bad saying that because I lovemy jobs, so I don’t even feel like I’m overworked, but this is an entirely different trip where I’m going to be working in the way I most love.

So where am I going?? To…(drumroll please, with chopsticks)…

Saigon, Vietnam!! Not only am I so thrilled to be visiting one of my most favorite countries in the world, but I’m elated to meet the children and families of an organization I’m very passionate about- Heartbeat Vietnam, a program by Vina Capital Fund to hold provincial outreach clinics staffed by  volunteer doctors and surgeons from major hospitals in Vietnam. The first time I was ever made aware of the lack of hospital care in Vietnam was on my last family trip there a few years back. We were traveling away from the city life of Ho Chi Minh and headed more towards the rural countryside to visit distant family and friends. Once there, I recognized instantly the need for medical attention. I remember visiting the villages outside Hanoi and coming across numerous households with children that were sick, some with flus having lasted for weeks, some bedridden from unknown illnesses. When I’d ask why these children haven’t made their way to see a doctor, the answer was unanimous: with none to little finances and the only options for care being hours into town over rough terrain, the only hope was to pray for a miracle. This was so hard for me to fathom, and I realized I’ve never thought twice that I live 6 blocks away from one of the finest hospitals here in LA. This made me determined to bring not just this awareness back to the states, but something back to Vietnam for these hopefilled families.

c) We made it to my prayer box to shove some luv someone’s way…and look adorable to take this.

After a quick VO session, I jammed across town to enjoy the next part of my super day- a photoshoot set up with my smashin in fashion studmuffin stylist Sam Russel. Not only was he styling me up with his saucy picks, but he was joined with an incredible team of professionals I have to blog about cuz these humble gents won’t pop their own collars. We’ve got Mr. Jeff Jones, an incredible artist who painted my face and rocked my locks like I’ve never seen, an adorable assistant James John Jetel who tended to us with his picture perfecting eye and warm hospitality, and a fabulous Eric Raptosh, a photographer extraordinaire who brought all the elements of my style, my emotions, his vision, to life.

Thank you gentlemen. These pictures barely describe all the wonderful work these boys put into the entire day, so you’ll just have to make it back here to see the fantastic pics. And guess what– I’m not the only one that can get blessed with Eric Raptosh’s wicked talented eye, you too can get a memorable shot of yourself, and for a terrific cause. Eric will be generously donating his time to perform Headshots For Haiti, a perfect opportunity for you talents (or anyone who just wants to have your own clicks for a cause) to get your headshots taken for a donated price. Sign up fast- as the offer is only tomorrow, Monday 2/15.

And finally what better way to top off the night than to gather together with all my fans for the Mai-never-censored, always edu-taining-Live Chat. I just posted the video here below for those of you that missed it, along with links for mai must-haves mentioned.

Best makeup book for ANY ethnic face and features: Asian Faces by Taylor Chang-Babaian. By far the BEST I’ve found to detail and outline every wonderful feature your face was sculpted to have.

Organization I’m set to volunteer with in 2 weeks!: Heartbeat Vietnam (Details coming Wed!)

Colors I used on Jill’s gorgeous face: MAC cream color base in Slick, Klish Klash MAC lipgloss, #224, 242 MAC brushes.

Happy Vday, Chuc mung nam moi (Happy Chinese New Year) and muah! Stay tuned for the giveaways I share in this blog about the above great finds

Um. Yea. I just found out tomorrow night’s episode of How Do I Look (Style Network 8/7c) is going to be with guest Fun Loving Forest. I say this with a forced smile..cuz she wasn’t feeling “fun”, and I for damn sure wasn’t feelin any love.

This was a really challenging episode for me and I have no idea how it’ll turn out. All I can tell you is that Forest and I disagree on everything, I feared the entire time she’d leave the show, and she’s the first guest ever to make me lose my cool.

So go easy on me at our Live Chat after the show on Ustream.tv. 9pm/11central. Directions to log on here.
I’ll just be removing my boxing gloves.

Thank you David so much–and thanks Kelly for letting me borrow him Chat is tonite at 9pm/11c after my How Do I Look episode on Style Network at 8/7c! And yes..we’ll be talking about this..

Anyway, so of course to get my head on straight I had to hike out my thoughts, and head to my prayer box with specific prayers to pass on (thank you everyone for sending your requests thru!! Keep em comin, I’ll keep you covered. Email to JMail@IheartJeannieMai.com) Watch my video below to share how exciting it is when I make it to the top.

UPDATE: Because the tradition to my Pray it Forward is to “Give a prayer, take a prayer”, I want to enable those of you sending me prayers to be able to take one as well. If you send me your prayer request and a stamped self-addressed envelope to me at the following address, I will get your prayers to the box along with draw one out to have sent back to you.
Address:
Jeannie Mai c/o Steven Grossman
8383 Wilshire Blvd Ste 1050
Bev Hills, CA 90211

My fave was discussing what features we ladies fuss over most, of course what features the boys fuss over us most, (haha), discovering each other’s love languages, (I guess I do have a lil more “quality time” in me besides “acts of service!”), and being able to dish what you all thought about Sat night’s episode. . I had the best time with you guys and can’t wait for our next chat! Thanks especially for all my fans in Atlanta, San Diego, Chicago, New York, Las Vegas, and even Pennsylvania for spending your night with me. Below are the essentials you’ll need in my next week’s chat as I will be teaching you the tricks to 2 very important steps to sexy: a good strut and sassy lashes

Ladies, for next Live Chat SAT, 2/13 at 9pm/11central with me you’ll need:
1. Ardell Lashes of your choice (mai faves are #102, 120, and the demis. Avoid blunt cut lashes, go for angled lashes that are full and range from short to long)
2. DUO Lash Adhesive in clear or black
3. Scissors
4. a great pair of your favorite heels!
Come to my chat prepared with your lashes coated with mascara and curled.
5. Some really nice things to say about my episode with my frenemy Forest.

Here are links that I referenced in Live Chat #2:
- The 5 Love Languages- I strongly believe if everyone in this world read this book, we’d all be in harmony like the Novi in Avatar.

- www.Healtheelife.com- My fabu nutritionist who’s educated me on eating right for my body type so that I’m not dieting, but LOVING what I eat that my body fuels from best. Contact her, she’s VERY amazing just to get an understanding of what you need!
- Cloud9living.com This is the site I most recommend for great Valentine gift ideas, whether you order from them OR, even better, get clever yourself and build from these ideas for ur shnookems.

If there’s anything else I forgot, plz message me and let me know! Enjoy the video of my chat here. Be forewarned I have no idea how to edit this thing so don’t feel like u have to watch the whole thing, but the middle and the ends are my favorite. (Like a good cupcake!)

Until next chat Sat 2/13, “I see you” Love u guys.

Oh my gosh, I had the most amazing weekend I have to share with you guys.

If you live here in LA you know that it was raining like crazy for a hot second. Last week for like 5 days straight- . And everyday I was envisioning my beloved lil surviving prayer box up on that hill by itself getting soaked, possibly even blown off the hill. (I have a very dramatic imagination.) Well, I went up there right when the rain stopped for a second to check on the box, and yes it was safe! So I filled it up with fresh paper and new pens. That was 4 days ago.

Today, I hiked up to the top just to drop off some prayers (Kelly, prayin for your job situation! and my dear friend Rosa, need a miracle for her health.) Again, this is FOUR days later, and watch this video to see what I found!

THANK YOU to friends who make it to Runyon to Pray it Forward! I hope I see you there someday. It’s simple: all u have to do is leave a prayer, then take a prayer. And to those who can’t make it, do send your prayers to jmail@iheartjeanniemai.com and I’ll get it in.

(Also don’t forget to join me THIS SAT, 2/6, for my Live Chat after my show! Here’s how: http://bit.ly/bOp2SX)

Whaddya guys say we set the time for 9 pm pst (11 c)?

I’ll be on Ustream.tv. Log on now and set up a quick acct to reserve your spot and look for me under “Jeanniemai”.

Here’s a lil tidbit from our last fun chat. Hope you can make it out to play. TTYL!