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Jeweler Randomly Giving Away Money | February 27, 2010

Interested in a chance to win $5000? Seriously, who wouldn’t be!  I recommend taking a minute to visit the LuShae Jewelry website.

It’s simple and easy to enter. Simply display one of their jewelry badges on your blog, website or social profile page and be automatically entered each and every month. The sweepstakes giveaway is open to all countries. They will also draw $200 monthly to award a random winner. Every month they use a random query to pick from the list of current entries. They run the query and it returns 1 random entry from the list. They then go … Read More »


 

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Boutique Bedding-It’s in the Bag! | February 26, 2010

Now every mom can afford to give her baby designer bedding!

Designer Jill Solomon recognizes that while women may have lost their budgets, they have not lost their great taste. That’s the inspiration behind her revolutionary new product called ‘Itch to Stitch’. It delivers boutique baby bedding in a bag, ready for moms to sew.

The ‘Itch to Stitch’ line features 6 bedding set: 4 gender specific and 2 non- gender specific.  Each kit contains pre-measured, pre-cut, fabric pieces and easy to follow directions for a mom to make her nursery bedding. Bumper, sheet, and skirt included. Other kits available contain blankets, window … Read More »


 

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Are Talk Shows a Dying Breed? Do We Care? | February 26, 2010

First Oprah announced the implausible. The impossible. She’s going off the air. I always knew I would see it happen someday, but I never expected it would happen so soon.

So then, I naturally thought “who’s going to take OVER for talk shows?” I love The View, but clearly not quite the same with the ensemble of women (and let’s be honest, as brilliant of a career as Barbara Walters has had, she’s pretty much the weakest link on that show in terms of entertainment value. She’s a little DRY to watch.)

There’s the Ellen DeGeneres Show, but as knee-slappingly, can’t-breathe-because-I’m-laughing-so-hard funny … Read More »


 

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Every Girls Beauty Must-Haves in Your Handbag | February 26, 2010

Ladies we all know there are certain items we carry in our handbags, and that is the reason our handbags are so big and heavy.  But, these items are ultimate must have to always look fresh and beautiful.

Dawn Del Russo Fashion Expert Owner www.belladawn.com Featured in InStyle, US Weekly, Life & Style, TV Fox 5, Author “101 Glam Girl Ways to an Ultra Chic Lifestyle

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Winter Blahs | February 25, 2010

Is it just me or is this winter lasting FOREVER? It wasn’t too long ago I took a little trip to the mall to escape “cabin fever”.  I am the only woman in my house and quite frankly the male bonding experience due to inclement weather was really beginning to take its toll on this prissy girl!

I wasn’t sure if there was a cure for what ailed me but I knew come sleet or high water a trip to the mall was in order. It seems like everyone else had the same idea, in fact, I would have compared it … Read More »


 

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Finances and Divorce, Part 1 | February 25, 2010

Your Finances…Planing for the Future

In an ideal world, everyone would have time to plan for a divorce.  Why?  When it comes to finances, it takes time to gather information, and it’s helpful to avoid emotional decision-making.  During times of stress, it’s easy to confuse feelings with facts, but you need to get away from emotional reactions so you can plan for your new life.

Try to separate the personal and emotional experience of divorce from the “business” side of divorce.  Take some time to put together a plan.  Ask yourself, “How do I get from where I am now to where … Read More »


 

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Denise Tong
 
 
 
 

92YTribeca Hosts Tucci, LaPaglia, Shalhoub, & More | February 25, 2010

On Monday, March 1 at 7:00 p.m., 92YTribeca will host the director and stars of the upcoming Broadway production of Lend Me a Tenor: director Stanley Tucci and cast members Anthony LaPaglia, Tony Shalhoub, Justin Bartha, Jan Maxwell, Brooke Adams, Mary Catherine Garrison, Jennifer Laura Thompson, and Jay Klaitz. Set in Cleveland in 1934, the farcical play centers on an opera producer whose big star is nowhere to be found.

Visit the 92YTribeca event page to grab tickets to this special event.

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Resolute Worrier Project Part III | February 24, 2010

Since my last column, I’ve had the chance to test my white-coat worry stamina first-hand. I made an appointment for an MRI and didn’t get clammy hands while scheduling the appointment. And I’ve only made a handful of comments to my husband about the possibility of something imploding while I’m in the machine, which seems to happen with regularity on the TV show House. I’ve decided it’s best to stop watching that program.

I was also able to answer the safety questions the nurse asked me on the phone without adding in any caveats. Okay, you’re right. I added in one. … Read More »


 

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Laura Carson Miller
 
 
 
 

Hot Nail Trend: Mannequin Hands | February 24, 2010

Personally, I love a low maintenance manicure look. It seems that I’m in luck with the hot new nail trend called mannequin hands.  Procure a polish shade that matches your skin tone and snap ~ you’re sporting a mani that looks classy and sassy, and with bonus points for not showing wear and tear.

At this years Golden Globes, celebs embraced the mannequin hands look; it’s a no brainer as it goes with any clothing style. Also seen on models at Spring Fashion Week 2010, the nude or flesh colored nail was a huge hit. Celebrity manicurist Deborah Lippmann, of the … Read More »


 

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Karl Miller
 
 
 
 

Love, Peace and Happiness | February 24, 2010

At the time, I’m sure those 60’s hipsters had no idea that their peace symbol would become such a global icon. And lately, the peace sign and other mid century items have made a big comeback. So why not live the dream and upholster your home furnishings with peace, love and happiness.

I like the basic black and white prints on these upholstered chairs and benches. They are eye catching and would easily match up with other furniture in your home. Don’t underestimate the power of the human conviction!

Who would have thought? Peace

Upholstered Peace Bench

Groovy chairs

Sign language

Love this upholstered peace chair

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Nutrition Label Lies & Loopholes: Serving Size Sleight of Hand | February 23, 2010

By Tom Venuto,
Author of The Body Fat Solution: Five Principles for Burning Fat, Building Lean Muscle, Ending Emotional Eating, and Maintaining Your Perfect Weight

For years, concerned consumers and watchdog organizations have been screaming that the U.S. labeling laws are full of loopholes and in need of serious revision. After years of talk, the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) says they’re planning to so something about it. But will it be enough?

There are many food labeling issues we could complain about, but one of the biggest problems (due to its direct relationship to the obesity crisis) is serving sizes.

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Emmy Award-Winner Eric McCormack Stars in Lifetime Original Movie | February 23, 2010

EMMY® AWARD-WINNER ERIC MCCORMACK STARS IN THE HIGHLY ANTICIPATED LIFETIME ORIGINAL MOVIE Who is Clark Rockefeller?

Emmy and Golden Globe® Nominee SHERRY STRINGFIELD and REGINA TAYLOR Co-Star in the Film

Eric McCormack (Will & Grace), Sherry Stringfield (ER) and Regina Taylor (The Unit) headline the eagerly-anticipated Lifetime Original Movie, Who is Clark Rockefeller?, an astonishing account of a man’s lifelong con game.  Based on a true shocking story that continues to capture national media attention, the film explores the inconceivable life of a con artist who, for years, called himself … Read More »


 

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A Mom’s Favorite Pasta With Cheese | February 23, 2010

By Lidia Matticchio Bastianich,
Author of Lidia Cooks from the Heart of Italy: A Feast of 175 Regional Recipes

There is a natural affinity between pasta and cheese, but they can’t be paired indiscriminately. In Italy, cheese is used with pasta very selectively, judiciously, and with proper timing.

Pasta does not always require cheese. In Italy, cheese is never served with seafood pasta, and it is sometimes omitted when serving game sauces or sauces containing hot pepper.

Cheese should be added to pasta as soon as the pasta is cooked and ready to serve — if extended heat is applied to cheese, … Read More »


 

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Cheryl Fenton
 
 
 
 

Being Pretty Sick | February 23, 2010

I’ve always been a healthy woman…that is until my daughter entered the cesspool world of preschool. So now with every school project that enters our home come the germs of dozens of little runny noses, sore throats and puffy faces.

Here are a few tricks to at least look pretty even when you’re pretty sick.

Problem: No sleep

You have: Raccoon eyes

Pretty Quick Fix: Slice a raw potato and place the slices under your eyes for a few minutes. The potassium helps get rid of under eye dark circles. Place a dot of light eyeshadow in the inner corner of your eyelid and … Read More »


 

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Seven Guidelines for Middle-Ground Communication | February 22, 2010

By Marty Babits, LCSW, BCD,
Author of The Power of Middle Ground: A Couple’s Guide to Renewing Your Relationship

If you need help regulating and resolving conflict, these guidelines are for you. They can help you make difficult conversations productive, steer you and your partner away from destructive talk, and help you nurture an atmosphere of emotional safety. Adopting these guidelines, whenever pertinent, will safeguard the middle ground within your relationship:

Avoid generalizing and stereotyping. Try not to generalize about your partners moods. When you think you know how your partner feels, but don’t stop to ask or listen, they can … Read More »