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Inconceivable: A Medical Mistake… | March 10, 2011

A medical mistake during an IVF procedure. An unthinkable situation . . . you’re pregnant with the wrong baby. You can’t terminate, but you can’t keep him. What choice would you make?

Carolyn and Sean Savage had been trying to expand their family for years. When they underwent an IVF transfer in February 2009, they knew it would be their last chance. If they became pregnant, they would celebrate the baby as an answer to their prayers. If not, they would be grateful for the family they had and leave their fertility struggles behind forever.

They never imagined a third option. The … Read More »

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Karl Miller

A Simple Ball of Yarn | March 10, 2011

Never looked so good.

I don’t knit or crochet. But combine some yarn with an industrial bar cart and I think I will start. Made of metal and wire mesh, this industrial cart has all the right ingredients. A great vintage finish and some yarn make this cart a real winner. Although I think I would prefer to use this as a bar cart instead of a sewing station.

This bar cart can bring industrial style to any room. It fits in any space and is multifunctional. I like it best in the study, den or dining area with some bottles … Read More »

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Marie Redd

My Natural Haircare Survivor Kit | March 10, 2011

I am always on the quest to find the “must have” hair care products. And since making the choice to go natural almost a year ago, my quest has that much more of a purpose. Most people think that going natural means less maintenance for your hair, but really, in my opinion, there’s more.

Through my quest to find the best of the best, I have put together my natural hair survival kit. My list of “must have” products from start to finish.

Shampoo:

Mizani True Texture Natural Hair Curl Balance and Natural Hair Cleansing Cream. They are very gentle on the … Read More »

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Dawn Del Russo

Riding Pants and Floral Print Style | March 9, 2011

Fashion & Lifestyle Expert Dawn Del Russo shows you how to wear riding pants and floral prints.

Dawn Del Russo is an On-Air fashion expert seen on National TV Better TV, Fox 5 NY, InStyle Magazine, Life and Style Magazine, US Weekly for her fashion and lifestyle tips and advice. She is the author of “101 Glam Girl Ways to an Ultra Chic Lifestyle” and owner of www.BellaDawn.com

Sleeveless Tops by Amy Byer
Skinny Pants by Lands’ End Canvas

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Jennifer Hicks

Excuses, Excuses. What’s Holding You Back From Your Dream Home? | March 9, 2011

Over the years I’ve realized that making a room look attractive requires much more than just knowing which chair to put where. There is a significant amount of psychology that goes into great design and any decorator worth her fee knows how to combat her clients’ fears and misconceptions, helping them overcome whatever is holding them back so that they get the room they really want. Today I would like to cover a few of the most popular fears or misconceptions that may be keeping you from hiring a professional decorator to finally achieve the design you deserve.

1. Decorators are too expensive. I … Read More »

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Falling Apart In One Piece: One Optimist’s Journey Through the Hell of Divorce | March 9, 2011

The emotionally charged story of a divorce that brought the surprising gift of grace

Just when Stacy Morrison thought everything in her life had come together, her husband of ten years announced that he wanted a divorce. She was left alone with a new house that needed a lot of work, a new baby who needed a lot of attention, and a new job in the high-pressure world of New York magazine publishing.

Morrison had never been one to believe in fairy tales. As far as she was concerned, happy endings were the product of the kind of ambition and hard work … Read More »

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Marie Denee

Elena Miro Fall 2011 | March 9, 2011

Absent her regular showing at Milan Fashion Week, Elena Miro brought to the sophisticated, discerning, and fashion forward plus size woman, a fall collection true to her core- during Milan Fashion Week.

This season, however, Elena Miro changed things up a bit with their new social media presence- presenting a live feed of the collection on Curved Italia with Elena Miro, allowing YOU the chance to give feedback about the collection, chat with other fashion fans, vote for each piece, and tweet your favorites!

For Fall, Elena Miro opened up with hues of blue, gray, and wine all … Read More »

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Marie Denee

Fashion Unexpected with Althea Harper | March 8, 2011

A few weeks back, I have been working on an amazing social media project with Chevrolet for the launch of their CHEVY CRUZE! They have chosen ME, Marie Denee as their Fashion Cruzearati to cover fashion from across the country!

My latest adventures took me to New York Fashion Week, in the freezing cold- but with TONS of Fashion!!!! My First adventure with Chevy took me to the studio of project Runway Alumni, Althea Harper! SUCH A SWEETHEART she is! I had the pleasure of visiting her studio, helping her pack her bags, load MY CRUZE, take her to her event space, … Read More »

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Dr. Margaret Cochran

Famous, Weathly and Messed Up! | March 8, 2011

What do Lindsay Lohan, Michael Jackson, Brittney Spears, Princess Diana and Charlie Sheen all have in common?

Well, they’re all famous, wealthy and have, or have been, majorly ‘messed up’!

Said another way, their behavior is destructive, or has been destructive, to their lives and livelihood. In some cases consequences have been quite severe and lives have been lost. In others the damage has not been lethal but it has certainly been profound. And in all cases, there was a great deal of so-called ‘collateral damage’ to friends, family, fans and society as a whole. Mental illness and addiction are very demanding … Read More »

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Little Princes: One Man’s Promise to Bring Home the Lost Children of Nepal | March 8, 2011

In search of adventure, 29-year-old Conor Grennan traded his day job for a year-long trip around the globe, a journey that began with a three-month stint volunteering at the Little Princes Children’s Home, an orphanage in war-torn Nepal.

Conor was initially reluctant to volunteer, unsure whether he had the proper skill, or enough passion, to get involved in a developing country in the middle of a civil war. But he was soon overcome by the herd of rambunctious, resilient children who would challenge and reward him in a way that he had never imagined. When Conor learned the unthinkable truth about … Read More »

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The Healthy Home: Simple Truths to Protect Your Family from Hidden Household Dangers | March 8, 2011

Did you know:

We poison our children and pets to kill a fly?

The dirtiest, most polluted homes are often the ones that look and smell “clean?”

In The Healthy Home, father and son team, Dr. Myron Wentz and Dave Wentz, walk readers room-by-room through a typical house, pointing out the surprising health risks posed by everyday products and behaviors of any modern family.

From the bedroom to the backyard, and with the help of colorful illustrations, you will learn about the negative effects of commonly-found toxins and receive simple solutions to help minimize exposure without foregoing convenience.

From examining the cleanliness of the … Read More »

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Dawn Del Russo

Nude Heels and Purple Style Tips | March 8, 2011

Fashion & Lifestyle Expert Dawn Del Russo shows her outfit of the day and gives some Nude pumps style tips.

Tees by Talbots
Pumps by Christian Louboutin

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Shrimp Taco Recipe With Mango Salsa Made With Xagave Nectar | March 8, 2011

Grill season will be here soon enough, and along with the soaring temperatures in our summer forecast comes a tireless string of barbeques and cookouts that often leave us loaded up on mounds of excess calories and fat. Between condiments, cocktails and confections, a great deal of hidden sugar and artificial sweeteners make their way onto our plates, and beach-goers are left looking for ways to prevent grill season from sabotaging the bathing suit body they worked so hard all year for.

Enter agave nectar, a sweet and all natural alternative to sugar. Xagave is a unique blend of … Read More »

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BROCHU WALKER Reveals Four Exclusive Concept Stores | March 7, 2011

This Spring 2011, BROCHU WALKER may be coming to a town near you! Designers Lisa Brochu and Lauren Walker are revealing exclusive, limited-time, concept stores around the country at four of their most supportive specialty stores. The trendsetting duo came up with this unique concept to give their specialty stores a chance to experience the brand in its entirety. “We often hear our buyers say that they love our collection and wish they had the budget to buy more of the line”, says Lauren. Each BROCHU WALKER concept store will feature favorite styles from both the BROCHU WALKER and 247.365 … Read More »

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Denise Tong

Music and Dancing at NYC “Spring into Swing” Fundraiser: March 17 | March 7, 2011

Dance your way into spring this St. Patrick’s Day at ”Swing into Spring,” a fundraiser for the Coalition for Asian American Children and Families (CACF), an NYC non-profit that is the nation’s only pan-Asian children’s advocacy organization.

Attendees can start the night with a swing lesson, stay to enjoy music provided by a live DJ and a performance by alt-rock band Sonic Bang, and enjoy drink specials. The following prizes will also be raffled off: a four-course dinner for two, yoga lessons, and Bollywood dance lessons.

Date: March 17

Time: 7-10 p.m.

Place: Crash Mansion, 199 Bowery

Tickets: $15 advance / $20 door

Purchasing advance tickets automatically enters you into the raffle. Visit CACF.org for details … Read More »