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Inspiring Interviews and Stories from Mothers Who Work and Play Online | October 17, 2009

Kimberley Clayton Blaine, also known as the Go-To Mom, announces the release of her new book: “The Internet Mommy: Inspiring Interviews and Stories from Mothers Who Work and Play Online.” The popular parenting expert-turned-author is exploring how social networks influence the way online moms make money, view life, find friends and raise kids in today’s digital world. Sponsors of the Book Launch Social Networking Event are well known companies that support mom bloggers: Sony, BornFree, Scandinavian Child, MomsLikeMe and Invisalign … Read More »

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MTV’s ‘Fat Camp’ Inspires Adults | October 17, 2009

A new MTV TV show called, “Fat Camp” is growing in popularity and inspiring millions of people to sign up for weight loss boot camps.

Many daydream of leaving the ‘rat race’ – forgetting about the stresses and obligations of the daily grind so they might relax and focus on their personal health and wellness.

For much of the world, stress is just too high. People are gaining weight from being overwhelmed by the constant pressures of having to ‘do it all’.

The thought of escape can seem like a good idea to some. Escaping to a place where you could focus on … Read More »

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Green Weddings | October 17, 2009

So much attention and hype is for being ‘green’ these day and making our Earth a better place. Why not incorporate this very important movement in our weddings? There are numerous ways for people to be ‘green’ while marching down the aisle. I’ve listed a few to help you get started:

1) Vintage Wedding Rings – Remake a family heirloom; shop at a antique jewellery store; or melt down old gold and custom create your own design.

2)Chose a location that is convenient for you and most of your guests. This will cut down on travel impacts and will leave less of a carbon footprint.

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KN Pink Ribbon Signature Collection Sweepstakes | October 16, 2009

KN Karen Neuburger has helped share comfort and hope for over ten years, celebrating survivors and those on the journey through our KN Pink Ribbon Signature Collection™. In honor of mothers, wives, sisters, aunts, neighbors and friends, we support The Breast Cancer Research Foundation and community education and awareness activities across the country. The KN brand guarantees a minimum donation of $75,000 to BCRF in 2008.

Show your support for Breast Cancer Awareness when you enter the Color Me Pink Sweepstakes.

You can enjoy the extra comfort of KN by entering between October 9 and October 31 2009. One grand prize winner … Read More »

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FRIENDS DON’T LET FRIENDS ‘FAT TALK’ | October 16, 2009

TRI DELTA LAUNCHES 2ND ANNUAL ‘FAT TALK FREE™ WEEK’ TO COMBAT NEGATIVE BODY IMAGE AMONG WOMEN EVERYWHERE

National Organization for Women (NOW), National Eating Disorders Association (NEDA) and Academy for Eating Disorders (AED), among many others, join forces with Tri Delta in international body activism campaign Delta Delta Delta (Tri Delta), a leader among social Greek organizations, announced the return of ‘Fat Talk Free™ Week’ (Oct. 19-23), an international 5-day body activism campaign to draw attention to body image issues and the damaging impact of the ‘thin ideal’ on women in society. This 2nd annual public awareness effort was … Read More »

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Italy at Home | October 16, 2009

The only bad thing about jetsetting is the sad feeling I get when a trip is about to end. Luckily, I have found a great way to keep the excitement of a recent adventure going long after I return home – recreating meals that I’ve had while I was away! That way, I can bring the city or country I just visited to my own home.

On a recent trip to Italy, my husband and I had an AMAZING steak salad at a restaurant in Rome. It was so delicious and so easy to make, that we’ve had it many times … Read More »

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BETSEY JOHNSON’S BOSTON FASHION WEEK 2009 FASHION SHOW | October 16, 2009

(Cue music from “My Favorite Things” from the Sound of Music)

Red Lycra® hoses and boas and zippers

Strappy high heels, chunky red slippers

Bright colored headbands and red ragdoll wigs -

Turned up in Betsey’s showcase of things

Blue and black dresses with sequins and satin

Faux fur for warmth on the streets of Manhattan

Short, black knit jumper that beautifully clings

Turned up in Betsey’s showcase of things

Dresses with full silhouettes were well laced

Polkadots, … Read More »

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Home-based Business: Scheduling Time | October 16, 2009

IN THE EARLY SEVENTIES when my last two children were small, I started a sewing business from my home. I specialized in clothing, bed coverings, and miscellaneous accessories created out of colorful, machine-washable patchwork I had designed and constructed, working primarily from the bedroom I shared with my husband.

I chose this work to provide supplemental income for the family in a way that would enable me to remain close to the children and their needs as well as to satisfy my own creative urges. In those beginning days my entire schedule of “work” revolved around my husband’s job, the older … Read More »

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