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April 24, 2013
Today’s Thought
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April 23, 2013
What’s Your BBQ IQ?
Before you fire up the grill for your next summer party, see if you can answer these questions before looking at the answers below. 1. Besides citronella, what else can keep mosquitoes away? a) Garlic b) Electric fans c) Lemon dish soap d) Watering the lawn 2. What often overlooked detail should go on your barbecue invitation? a) The time the [...]
A Quick Guide To Pant Lengths and Shoe Styles
So you’ve found the perfect pants—they fit just right in the waist, sit just right on the hips, and aren’t too clingy around the thighs—all set, right? Almost. Many women don’t realize (or forget or flat-out ignore) the fact that, for that perfect fit, pants and jeans need to be the right length, as well. Complicating matters further, this means [...]
A (Painless) New Way to Check for Skin Cancer
We preach sunscreen here at Real Simple, but we know that plenty of people have done their fair share of sun worshipping in the past. If you were a bathing beauty when you were growing up (or last summer) you might come across a new device the next time you visit your dermatologist. A digital imaging tool called MelaFind, uses both visible [...]
When Toddlers Take Vacations via Mom.me
A summer travel article from our friends over at Mom.me caught my attention recently. Offering parents advice on how to relax and take a break, this piece is geared towards new moms but, in my opinion, gives helpful life tips to all. To read the full article, click here. My favorite line, and something to remember: “Just as often as children need guidance and [...]
Today’s Thought
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April 22, 2013
Wedding Cake Idea from Loverly
[Photo by Momofuku Milk Bar] If you’re planning the wedding menu, it’s fair to assume your guests will expect dessert. The fun part about this course is that you can be as creative (cupcakes? pies? candy bar?) as you like. And if you are serving cake, would you ever consider skipping the fondant like in this yummy and unique cake? Find [...]
1 Step to a Better Burger
Yes, you want your family to eat healthy, but sometimes that requires sacrificing taste—case in point: using lean ground beef to make hamburgers or meatballs. Now that grilling season is upon us, try this trick instead to make sure you don’t end up with dry burgers. Instead of choosing 90 percent lean ground beef, opt for ground chuck instead. It [...]
Would You Use a Personal Trainer…Via Webcam?
Have you heard of Wello.co? If you can’t afford a personal trainer at your local gym (or can’t seem to find the time to get out of the house to meet with one), this cool, new fitness site can connect you to one—live—through your computer. All the instructing, correcting and motivating happens through your webcam. The rates are cheaper than [...]
Today’s Thought
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