The Upside of Heartbreak

The Upside of Heartbreak

Love / Love Tips

After getting dumped, the last thing you might think to do is try to glean something positive out of a breakup. Most people associate negative emotions with a breakup, particularly if they were the one who got the boot. It’s hard not to ruminate about what went wrong, replaying it…

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Have a Safe Labor Day Barbecue

Have a Safe Labor Day Barbecue

Diet & Fitness / Diet Tips

If you plan to celebrate summer’s last days with a cookout, then there are a few safety tips you should know before firing up the grill. Grilled food is usually a better choice than fried or creamy foods because there’s no coating and no grease. The smoke, rubs and marinades…

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The Pitfalls of Naming Baby

The Pitfalls of Naming Baby

Moms / Mom Tips

What’s in a name? A whole lot. Just ask Dweezil Zappa, Bronx Mowgli, Suri Cruise and other celebrity offspring who’ve been the unlucky recipients of some mindless monikers. Naming your children is a responsibility that one shouldn’t take lightly. What you decide in an instant will stay with your child…

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Fashionable Everyday Items

Fashionable Everyday Items

Style & Beauty / Beauty tips

Couture is everywhere – even dogs get in on the designer action with luxe leashes and accessories! But you don’t have to pay a fortune to get a piece of the designer duds action. Even kids can look stylish with details like Huggies’ new jeans-printed diapers. They’re great for those…

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Amicable Divorce: Does it Exist?

Amicable Divorce: Does it Exist?

Love / Love Tips

The stereotypical divorce is far from civil, if you believe the TV shows, comedians and the rest of the media – not to mention people you know whose divorces rivaled a WWF match. However, it doesn’t have to be that way, and you shouldn’t just expect it to be a…

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Signs He’s Not Ready to Commit

Signs He’s Not Ready to Commit

Love / Love Tips

In the initial stages of a relationship when the thrill of new love is in the air, you might start thinking whether or not this new guy is going to be The One. And if you’re ready to commit – whether it’s becoming exclusive now and perhaps a proposal down…

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SOS for the Same Old Sweats

SOS for the Same Old Sweats

Style & Beauty / Beauty tips

If you’re wearing the same old, holey sweats day after day – especially if you go out in public – then it’s time to consider replacing them with something equally comfortable that’s just a tad higher on the chic scale. We all need something comfortable and cozy to lounge around…

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How to Make Homemade Ice Cream

How to Make Homemade Ice Cream

Food & Recipes / Food How to 101

by Shannon Beineke Homemade ice cream has major advantages over store-bought versions. For one, you select the ingredients going into your dessert. Even better, you can have ice cream whenever you want – freshness guaranteed. The best part is having family and friends gather ’round to get creative. Making your…

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Crank Up Your Calorie Burning

Crank Up Your Calorie Burning

Diet & Fitness / Diet Tips

Want to kickstart your body’s calorie-burning furnace? There are a few surprising ways to do it. If you’re a walker, then get your arms involved. You can burn up to 15 percent more calories by bending elbows at a 90-degree angle and pumping your arms in concert with your walk….

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