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Right in White: A Plus Size Perspective | April 26, 2011

Ah, the lovely color of white. A color that is crisp, sterile, pure, divine, edgy, and delicious. Heading into Spring monochromatic hues of bold yellows, blues, and reds dance throughout my mind, but the only color that I am having a hunger for right now is white.

 

A white dress (playful), white lace (delicious), a white pantsuit (edgy); these are just a few things I think about when getting into spring! As a plus size woman, wearing white is not a faux paux! All it takes is some panache and moxsie- paired with the right tricks! I have fashioned a few of … Read More »


 

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The Available Parent Radical Optimism for Raising Teens and Tweens | April 26, 2011

By John Duffy

Have you ever been bewildered by the changes in your child and your sudden lack of effectiveness as a parent? When hugs and family fun have been replaced by silence, slamming doors and an ever-changing array of moods, you need new tools. Top teen expert Dr. John Duffy has encountered all of this and more in his family counseling practice and offers excellent advice, clear strategies and teen-tested solutions in The Available Parent.

Dr. Duffy can help you shift the dynamic in your relationship with your teenager. Imagine what it would be like if healthy conversations replaced angry outburts or … Read More »


 

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Betty Crocker, It’s Time to Hang Up Your Spoon & Apologize to America! | April 25, 2011

What happened Betty? You used to be so good, so sweet and wholesome as apple pie. And now look at you, a trans-fat slut! What made you sell out to the dark side? Speaking of which, that’s the real reason Darth Vader sounds the way he does, too many cigars and trans-fats in his diet.

Betty, we’ve been through so much together you and I. There was the ‘cake slope’ disaster of ’62, when a layer cake I made, using one of your recipes, somehow went south, very south, in the baking process and developed a distinct downward elevation. I made … Read More »


 

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Shop Ivory | April 25, 2011

Cocktail Dresses by Rare
Evening Shoes at DSW

 

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What Your Nails Could Be Saying About You | April 25, 2011

Your nails can tell someone a lot about you. If you’re healthy, what kind of hygiene you have, and some even believe they can tell what kind of occupation someone is in just by looking at their nails. So, if you thought that no one noticed that chipped nail polish or the dirt under your yellow nails when you extended a hand shake, you’re wrong.

Not only are potential employers looking at your nails, possible potential dates. Yes, I said it. It’s not just the ladies who are looking at men’s nails. Men are checking them out as well. So, what … Read More »


 

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Shop Mandarin Orange | April 22, 2011

Wedges by Topshop
Clutches by Bottega Veneta

 

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Blaire Brown
 
 
 
 

Conquering Micro-Communication Madness While Driving | April 22, 2011

Living in a world that is demanding instant results and information at all times, texting while driving has become a large hazard to society. “According to recent research by State Farm, at least 20% of drivers are accessing the Internet while driving. The risks of harming others or causing accidents and damage to property now exceeds the dangers that are attributed to people driving while under the influence of alcohol.” Stacey Hanke addresses this rising issue in her book “Yes You Can!”

When discussing the dangers of texting/using mobile devices while driving, she points out that the brain just does not … Read More »


 

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Pink Slip to Product Launch in a Weak Economy | April 22, 2011

It is such a pleasure to introduce to Chic Galleria readers a new book by my friend Vivian Tenorio, Pink Slip to Product Launch in a Weak Economy: Small Business Advice from a High School Dropout Who Landed Her Sweets on Retail Store Shelves-and How You Can Too.

This is the amazing story of overcoming personal fears and limited resources, using gut instincts, initiative and just plain hard work to create a thriving business, as told by Vivian Tenorio, owner of Signature Flan LLC.

Faced with the possible layoff from a software company because of the weak economy, Vivian decided to take … Read More »