When the last school bell rings, the cries of “I’m bored!” and “There’s nothing to do!” seem to start almost immediately. And while summer should be a time for the whole family to relax and slow down, that process can be frustrating when you want your kids to enjoy themselves…
From Facebook to MySpace, it seems the users are getting smaller and the problems are getting bigger. Although many social networking sites have a minimum age requirement of 13, children often disregard the age limitations altogether. Or they seek out sites that are geared more toward their demographics, but are…
Most of us have been guilty of emotional eating at some point in our lives. Emotional eating basically entails using food as a coping mechanism for emotions such as shame, guilt, disappointment or even boredom. Psychologists report that it’s a growing problem, and it may even contribute to the obesity…
To curl or not to curl — that is the question. When it comes to lengthening those lashes, most of us will go to great lengths to achieve a bright-eyed look. From pricey products to eyelash extensions, we go batty for anything and everything that will enhance our eyes. Ironically,…
They say that breaking up is hard to do — and for good reason. The emotional pain of a split can last for years, and if you have mutual friends, children or live in the same area, those lasting wounds can be opened time and time again. While the thought…
Style & Beauty / Product Reviews
Have you ever seen a hairstyle you loved, but when you tried it out it simply looked wrong? Did your hair lack definition or was puffy, dry and wrought with flyaways? If this is the case, frizz is the likely culprit. Frizz not only ruins hairstyles, it says a lot…
If you think spa treatments are only for the rich and famous, think again. Just because you’re on a budget doesn’t mean you can treat yourself to some R & R every now and then. The price of pampering has become far more affordable thanks to some great ways to…
If you are a woman, chances are you know the difference between real and fake pearls, and could spot one just about anywhere given a close enough look. However, if you are a man who is considering buying pearls for a wife, girlfriend, or mother, you may need to have…
Most people know after a first date whether the relationship will progress – or if the date was a crushing failure with no hope of blossoming into a romance. But is there any way to figure out whether your first date is going well – while it’s happening? Aside from…
Every year, we see more and more couples choosing not to marry. Many choose to cohabitate. Many do not want even that level of commitment. The Atlantic recently reported that these couples are not afraid of marriage per se, but instead are afraid they will be unable to stay married….