Blind dates: They’re the butt of comedians’ jokes, a nightmare when you’re single or perhaps – and we wouldn’t hold our breath on this one – how some meet their true love. When friends want to play matchmaker for their single buddies, there are a few rules of thumb that…
Food & Recipes / Food How to 101
Think that you aren’t sophisticated enough or don’t fit in the right income bracket to enjoy wine-tasting? Think again. These tips will help you fake your way through a wine-tasting session — or develop a lifelong Epicurean hobby (the finest pleasures, not the most!). Supplies – All you really need…
Television, in moderation, can be a relaxing, enjoyable activity for all ages. With such a variety of shows to choose from, there is something for everyone. Here are some great TV shows that can be found on the air or are available on DVD. We’ve broken everything down into age…
Halloween is the start of the holiday eating season, but it doesn’t have to result in extra pounds that linger into the New Year. It’s possible to enjoy the treats of the season without blowing your diet. One of the best tactics is to buy candy that you don’t like…
Don’t be a slave to the lotion bottle – save your dry skin naturally! Moisturizers have become the most popular answer to dry, scaly skin since they hit the pharmacy shelves. Check the beauty aisle at your local store and you’ll find dozens of options with all sorts of additives…
Food & Recipes / Healthy Bytes
by Cherise James On a dark, cold evening, I walk into my home with cold hands, cold feet and cold nose. The whole family is ready to chase away the chill with something hot to drink. If I ask them what they want, there will be a chorus of, “Hot…
Style & Beauty / Product Reviews
We all appreciate having choices in life, but sometimes an overabundance of choices can be overwhelming. Such is often the case when it comes to hair products, particularly shampoo. While some women simply purchase hair care products from their hair stylist’s salon, many have found that today’s economy calls for…
You may have heard of the uproar caused when one New York mom and blogger allowed her 9-year-old son to ride the subway alone in 2008. Lenore Skenazy armed her son with maps and subway routes and sent him on a short trip to prove that so-called “helicopter parents” are…
The safety of the entire family usually seems to fall on Mom, but it’s important for even the smallest family members to know what to do if disaster strikes. Whether it’s an injury, crime or natural disaster, you can teach your children how to take control and get help when…
When it comes to breakfast, are you constantly bacon for more? Bacon has been an a.m. staple for years. There’s no denying the great taste of those crispy slices of bacon, but in reality grease is the word. No matter how tasty this salty staple is – it’s chock full…