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  27 Jan 2012 | 5:55 pm

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• According to Honda, your life ends with marriage & the baby carriage

  Viva la Feminista

  17 Jan 2012 | 11:00 am

  Have you seen Honda's new ad campaign? It's called "The Leap List" and I guess the reason I didn't get a pitch about it is that I'm an old married mother. Far past the apparent target audience for "The Leap List." It's a rip off from the old idea of having a bucket list, but instead of making a list of things to do before you die, it's asking pepole to make a list of awesome things to do before making a big leap in life. Two leaps that Honda thinks you should make lists about? Babies and marriage. Take a look: So what do we learn here? That men will be restricted from doing awesome things…

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  27 Jan 2012 | 12:57 pm

  Plus: High fashion cupcakes, Valentine's Day lingerie for every relationship, and more! Read Heidi Klum’s pre-separation interview with InStyle, where she chats about high blood pressure and bodyguards. (The Berry) Are you married to your job and wondering how to multi-task dating?...

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  ajoseph

  27 Jan 2012 | 8:58 am

  A recent report in <strong><em>The New York Times</em></strong>, <a href="http://www.nytimes.com/2012/01/27/world/asia/for-many-in-pakistan-a-television-show-goes-too-far.html?_r=1&#038;pagewanted=all">For Many in Pakistan, a Television Show Goes Too Far</a>, flags a raging controversy that "could well be the beginning of a media consumer rights movement" in the country

• Why Is the UFC Paying Fighters for Making Rape Jokes?

  Change.org News / Women's Rights

  26 Jan 2012 | 2:02 pm

  In these modern times, athletes are considered heroes and icons to thousands, sometimes millions, of people. Even compared to the idols we make of celebrities and musicians, athletes remain our anointed heroes. They often come with backstories that are the stuff of movies (sometimes literally) with tales of overcoming poverty, racism, broken homes, and a variety of other hard knocks. And most of all, athletes remind us of the human potential. They show us the human form in perfection. They dazzle us with their almost superhuman abilities. And it’s thrilling drama. These characteristics make…

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• Fight Fitness Fiction

  Lia Hollander

  24 Jan 2012 | 4:30 pm

  Weight loss is just about quality calories in, and calories out, right? Burn 3500 more calories than you eat a week and you will automatically burn a pound of fat*. Easy peasy. Sort of. Tracking calories in takes work, but can be done with a reasonable amount of accuracy. Measuring cups, food scales, and calorie guidebooks can help you master this most important and powerful part of weight loss.WARNING: I AM GOING TO COMPLAIN FOR A BIT, FEEL FREE TO SKIP TO THE BOTTOM FOR MY GOOD ENOUGH SOLUTION TO THE PROBLEM.Tracking calories burned is a whole other thing. First, you determine how much your…

• Work It Out

  Lia Hollander

  17 Jan 2012 | 1:49 pm

  For about 72 hours last week, I thought I might be starting a full time job. It was not to be, but in those 72 hours I quickly revamped the legs that keep the stool of my life from tipping over.1. Access to nutritious, filling, sustaining foodBecause of time constraints, I would go back to having my smoothie in the car on the way to work. I realized that my Overnight Oatmeal and Greek yogurt would make a fantastic lunch, and identified at least one place near the office where I could get some quality food. I also made up 4 lunches (Quinoa & Edamame) and stored them in the freezer for easy…

• Just Say Amen

  Lia Hollander

  14 Jan 2012 | 1:25 pm

  I have read many a fitness/nutrition/diet book and they usually disappoint. I don't like the 30, 60, 90 days plans because they don't teach or reinforce healthy choices long term. And most books completely overlook the most powerful thing in weight loss/fitness: your brain. This is why I am delighted to recommend, Dr. Daniel G. Amen's book, The Amen Solution: The Brain Healthy Way to Get Thinner, Smarter, Happier. It's not particularly exciting or groundbreaking, but it groups all the things I believe about health and fitness in to one place, and stresses that you are the only one that can…

• Fill Up With Oatmeal

  Lia Hollander

  10 Jan 2012 | 1:37 pm

  I love good for me/tasting food, I love making things easier, and I love saving money. My new breakfast of choice speaks to all three: Overnight Oatmeal.Overnight Oatmeal:1/4 cup raw oats*1/4 cup water140 g frozen berries/fruitThe steps are exactly the same as for my Quinoa Fruit Cereal:I measure/weigh the oatmeal, water and berries out in to storage bowls beforehand and stack them in the fridge. When it's time to eat, I transfer one of the bowls to a microwave safe bowl and zap it for 2 minutes. Then I add a little soy milk and a lot of cinnamon. It sort of tastes like a fruit cobbler. SORT…

• Warm Up With Quinoa

  Lia Hollander

  18 Dec 2011 | 11:15 am

  As much as I love my morning smoothies, they tend to make me cold when I drink them. That, combined with a super sweaty body works great in the fall/spring and summer, but not so great in the cold of winter. But with fruit so scarce this time of year, I still wanted to use my frozen berries, so I createdQuinoa Fruit Cereal1/2 cup cooked quinoa140g frozen berries/fruitI measure/weigh the quinoa and berries out in to storage bowls beforehand and stack them in the fridge. When it's time to eat, I transfer one of the bowls to a microwave safe bowl and zap it for 2 minutes. Then I add a little soy…

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• Falling Back

  Katella Bliss

  27 Jan 2012 | 6:10 pm

  In every single person's life, is not determined by how many tim...

• Look of the Week: Elizabeth Banks

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  27 Jan 2012 | 6:09 pm

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• A Mother's Legacy

  LINDA KOLB

  27 Jan 2012 | 6:08 pm

  Expecting my first child, I was filled with joy and love for him...

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  BRENDA TOBIAS

  27 Jan 2012 | 6:06 pm

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  27 Jan 2012 | 5:55 pm

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• Bossy’s State Of The Union

  BOSSY

  26 Jan 2012 | 12:31 pm

  Mr. Speaker, Mr. Vice President, members of congress, distinguished guests, and fellow Americans: As most of you are aware, Bossy became separated from her husband last year, and tonight which is actually day, Bossy would like to give you a full update on all aspects of her Undivorce. Restoring the Economy. Bossy is happy to report she is now the recipient of an actual income surrounded by money wrapped around bundles of cash. This is because Bossy got a real job, which led to greater productivity, where greater productivity equals napping in the evenings. The Housing Crisis. It came to a…

• Bossy’s Favorite Things

  BOSSY

  26 Jan 2012 | 8:58 am

  Downton Abbey. Even if Bossy thought it was Downtown Abbey for an embarrassing period of time longer than the Victorian era, which draws to a close as this fictional miniseries begins. This is basically like watching The Remains of the Day, except more hours of it. The characters and acting are somewhat less interesting, although Bossy adores Elizabeth McGovern, who reminds Bossy of her grandmother. For those of you with Netflix instant streaming, the first season is available and features seven haughty episodes!

• Yet Another Little Known Fact

  BOSSY

  26 Jan 2012 | 8:49 am

  Bossy likes a wee bit of sushi with her pickled ginger.

• Everything You Need To Know About The Upcoming Super Bowl According To Bossy

  BOSSY

  24 Jan 2012 | 6:52 am

  The two teams facing off for Super Bowl XLVI are the New York Giants and the New England Patriots Both of these teams have the word new in their names The New York Giants aren’t as new as the New England Patriots, though, because Bossy doesn’t remember hearing about them when she was growing up in 1925 and the Giants were purchased for $500 It now costs the price of a franchise plus one-thousand-nine-hundred-and-ninety-nine more dollars to sit your ass in a Super Bowl seat. When you watch the Giants on TV, the commentators incessantly refer to them as the New York Football Giants…

• Bossy’s Favorite Things

  BOSSY

  22 Jan 2012 | 5:24 pm

  This chair. It belongs to Bossy’s Italian boyfriend Antonio. This is the perch from which he works his hair miracles.

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• Follow-up to Nature Abhors a Vacuum... It really does! :)

  4 Jan 2012 | 12:29 am

  Here’s my new mat! How’d I get it? I didn’t get the mat from that promotion mentioned in the first article. However, a wonderful student had asked the management to reimburse me for the mat. That didn’t happen either. Ok, when does this story get better?? Here we go: said student took it upon herself to go shopping with her child and have him pick me a mat as a present! Not only that, it was a design I had looked at recently and liked, and in my favorite colors. Synchronicity and kindness, a winning combo!As Einstein said: “There are only two ways to live your life. One is…

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  2 Nov 2011 | 11:05 pm

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• Connect Families with Video

  7 Oct 2011 | 1:56 pm

  Story of the ufone.... from zero to kickstarter in two years...About a year ago I figured I'd connect my scattered family with videochat -me being the tech guy I figured it would be easy - so I tried to set up my 90-year-old mom and my daughter and her kids, and my brothers on Skype - made sure the software was installed, sent around webcams all the usual..Results were a disaster - My mom always had some issue—the video would freeze, a message box would appear, or she’d unknowingly hangup—then she’d call me. Ironically, we’d end up on the phone trying to get a video call going.And…

• The Patch of Soft Sand

  3 Oct 2011 | 7:05 am

  The third step to that led to the entrance of our milk barn was taller than the rest, and my eight-year-old legs had to stretch extra long to lift me up. But now I was on the platform, steadying my "horse," a red boys' bike that my brothers and sister had passed down to me. It was too tall for me, really, but it was ride this or a tricycle, and I was way too proud to be on a baby's toy.And so I clasped my hands on the white plastic handle, leaped aboard and listened as the tires crunched across the dirt and small pebbles. To my left, the vision of a a corn crib skeleton somewhat…

• Amazing PNN feature: Posting via email

  9 Feb 2011 | 6:54 pm

  PNN has so many incredible features that can sometimes be a challenge to say exactly which part of PNN I like best. But definitely the posting via email feature ranks up there with the best pnn features. Is that your favorite feature also?As part of our transition work, we are planning to update the site to focus it more clearly on the most popular and useful features, while removing things that people just don't use. It's like spring cleaning time, except we're still in the heart of winter. What parts of PNN do you absolutely love? And what parts definitely need to go? I definitely want to…

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• The Man Song Gets a Live Action Video Starring Sean Morey

  Linda Sherman

  19 Jan 2012 | 5:33 pm

  I expect to live longer because I have a funny husband. I love his style of humor. Ray’s jokes are always topical, contextual and spontaneous (as opposed to the “let me tell you this one” variety). He is smart and quick. He doesn’t use shock language and his jokes are never mean. I lead an entertained life and along with some other great qualities Ray has, I consider myself a very fortunate woman to have accidentally met him on a tennis court in 1992. Comedy is not Ray’s full time profession but along with public speaking, it is one of his competencies and something he enjoys…

• TweetUp NYC Friday Dec 2 at Roger Smith Hotel

  Linda Sherman

  30 Nov 2011 | 1:04 am

  The fabulous Cathleen Rittereiser @CathleenRitt kindly launched this tweetup to gather some friends for my NYC visit. Beginning with a great core of participants, the group has been expanding through our networks. We are very pleased to be holding this gathering at the Roger Smith Hotel, known for hosting social media in New York City. John Knowles @pancity @RSHotel, and Martha Rodriguez who is in charge of events at the hotel, have been very helpful. Where: Lily’s at the bar Roger Smith Hotel 501 Lexington Ave 10017 at 47th 212-339-2064 When: Friday Dec 2nd, 7PM – 9PM+…

• Fun Running on Kauai, Staying Fit in a Computer Centric Job

  Linda Sherman

  25 Jul 2011 | 1:53 am

  Koloa Plantation Days Family Fun Run July 24 on Kauai, Hawaii was genuinely fun. I registered for the purpose of supporting my Kukui’ula Outrigger Canoe Club which was co-hosting. I haven’t run continuously any distance in years, though I do play singles tennis regularly. I registered without fear because the race clearly said we could run or walk so I thought in the worst case, I would do some walking. I’m proud to say that I never walked, sprinted into the finish and won third place in my age class. I love the little wooden plaque I got. All photos are by Ray Gordon. There…

• My Top Ten Speaking Tips

  Linda Sherman

  4 Jun 2011 | 4:22 pm

  My public speaking tips were developed by doing, watching and teaching. Public Speaking Training I love public speaking. I began doing it during my 20 years as an executive in Japan. Early on, I took advantage of participating in Toast Masters at the American Chamber of Commerce in Japan (ACCJ). That was for public speaking in English. I threw myself into an intensive series called Hanishikata Kyoshitsu (Way of Speaking Classroom) where 500 Japanese and one blond woman practiced making speeches in front of each other in Japanese. The leader did a great job of pounding into us to be specific…

• Leadership Tips for Running a Foreign Subsidiary

  Linda Sherman

  29 Apr 2011 | 2:08 am

  What is it like being a female manager in Japan? I have been asked this question hundreds of times with the expected answer that it must be terrible. It does not need to be. The lessons I learned running foreign subsidiaries in Japan apply to both men and women. Manage Up It is easy to give priority to local concerns immediately in front of us. I cared intensely about my people and creating an environment where they could be successful. However, headquarters is headquarters, they must be educated, persuaded and informed. As in any management situation, the boss should not get surprises.

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• Outdoor Afro: Social Media and the Sustainable Business

  Andrea Learned

  23 Jan 2012 | 2:24 pm

  My most recent SustainableBusinessForum piece takes a look at Outdoor Afro, the thriving social-media savvy business launched by Rue Mapp.  This business, which emerged from Rue’s personal passion, is now powerfully connecting African Americans with nature – and with each other – and is poised to do so much more. Here’s an excerpt: As the business has developed, Mapp has taken cues from the ways in which social media and interdependence of many systems of connections mimic nature. The more diverse, multi-platformed “habitat’ forms the strongest foundation, which…

• Better CSR Comes from More Relational Traits

  Andrea Learned

  9 Jan 2012 | 12:03 pm

  In Part 2 of my SustainableBusinessForum piece, More Women, Better CSR, I point out that what women bring to the corporate leadership “table” is practice and comfort using their relational traits.  I see huge potential in recognizing that and developing strategies for nurturing – in everyone – the types of thinking that emphasize (and reward!) the relational. Here’s an excerpt: CSR reflects the integration of values and social engagement into what is known – traditional ways of doing business.  In other words, the relational lends purpose to the…

• Sustainability 2012+: Emotional Intelligence Changes Everything

  Andrea Learned

  29 Dec 2011 | 6:35 pm

  ‘Tis the season for “best of 2011″ lists and 2012 trend forecasts.  From year to year, few of the items included in these compilations ever seem that earth-shatteringly newsworthy.  However, with an eye on the sustainability-forward business, seeing the longer term may be the point.  As it stands, few businesses undergo complete revolutions in thinking and practices from year to year.  Instead, the greatest corporate sustainability shifts will likely only be visible decades or more from now. Looking back on the past ten years,  I’d say we’ve seen a…

• Question Assumptions. Be The Sustainability Vanguard.

  Andrea Learned

  14 Dec 2011 | 7:23 pm

  “The most impressive thing about them as scholars,” says David Easley, an economist at Cornell University, “is that in recent years they have questioned the assumptions of the models they helped to create, and they have been at the vanguard of the efforts to go beyond them.” The above quote from Jeff Sommer’s New York Times piece on Nobel laureate economists Christopher A. Sims and Thomas J. Sargent holds universal wisdom.  What if today’s business leaders were willing and became practiced at questioning the assumptions of the models they themselves helped create? Imagine…

• More Women, Better CSR?

  Andrea Learned

  14 Dec 2011 | 6:14 pm

  If yours is a business striving to become more sustainable, one of the systems worth review is the strength and resiliency of your human capital.  That more women at executive and Board levels will help make an organization more adaptable through challenging times should be common sense.  This is perhaps even more true in tending to corporate social responsibility, because there’s more to ponder than the profit bottom line.  Decision-making teams need thinkers from a wide range on the linear to relational continuum.  And, while adding women doesn’t automatically increase the…

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• Marek Laub: A Child Who Left No Trace

  27 Jan 2012 | 3:15 am

  by Michal Govrin, Haaretz, Israel - To mark International Holocaust Remembrance Day, Yad Vashem has mounted a traveling exhibition, 'A Monument of Good Deeds: Dreams and Hopes of Children During the Holocaust,' at the United Nations, in New York. The exhibition, curated by Yehudit Inbar, tells the story of 13 children through their artwork, poems or dreams. Yet most of the children who perished in the Holocaust left nothing behind. Among them was my brother, Marek Laub. His story opens the show.

• Portugal: State Radio Silenced after Angola Opinion Piece

  27 Jan 2012 | 3:12 am

  by Sara Moreira, Global Voices, Netherlands - The truth about the Angolan “petroligarchy”, in a country where the cornucopia of riches is restricted to some and more than half of the population lives in the most abject poverty, is a line which one simply does not cross.

• 'American-Made Energy': The Good, the Bad and the Ugly

  27 Jan 2012 | 2:43 am

  by Stefanie Penn Spear, Common Dreams, USA - Obama wants to generate American-made energy and set a clean energy standard that encourages investment in renewable energy and energy efficiency. Good. But Obama continues to tout extreme fossil fuel extraction as a solution to our energy needs. Bad. And it’s still business as usual with the highly subsidized oil, gas and coal industries continuing to externalize their costs on the American people. Ugly. [ MSNBC)] (Photo: MSNBC)

• Lebanon: Could a New Civil Law Unify a Divided Society?

  27 Jan 2012 | 2:40 am

  by Mona Alami, IPS, Italy - Lebanese personal laws also stifle basic freedoms, such as the right to decide how to dispose of a deceased loved one’s remains. Lebanese Muslim and Orthodox communities, for example, do not allow cremation, even if the deceased explicitly requested it in writing in a will. The practice is, however, accepted by the Catholic and Protestant churches.

• Need Of The Hour: Green Investments In The Marine Sector

  26 Jan 2012 | 3:18 am

  by Marianne de Nazareth, Countercurrents, India - The report, Green Economy in a Blue World, argues that the ecological health and economic productivity of marine and coastal ecosystems, which are currently in decline around the globe, can be boosted by shifting to a more sustainable economic paradigm that taps their natural potential - from generating renewable energy and promoting eco-tourism, to sustainable fisheries and transport.

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  brent

  27 Jan 2012 | 3:54 pm

  Has the Flu Got You? Take a look at how the influenza virus affects people across the country, by the numbers.

• Pressure to Get into the "Right" School Now Starts in Preschool

  Jody Smith

  27 Jan 2012 | 9:00 am

  Display Title:  Pressure to Get into the "Right" School Now Starts in Preschool Subtitle:  Gone are the days when most children are heading off to the neighborhood school for the first time at age five. Background Image:  Image Only:  No Description Background:  on Link Text:  Read Full Story URL:  http://www.empowher.com/parenting/content/pressure-get-right-school-now-starts-p... Align:  left Weight:  -10 Text Color:  Black

• Are you a caregiver for elderly parents?

  Jody Smith

  26 Jan 2012 | 4:28 pm

  Yes. I have lots of help and support from family and professionals. Yes. I'm doing it all alone. It's hard. Yes. And I have kids at home, so it's really tough. No. I live across the country from my parents. No. My parents are hale and hearty. No. My parents have passed away. No. My brother and his wife take care of our parents. No. My parents are in a seniors facility. View Results

• Keep a Day of Sled Riding Fun and Safe

  Jody Smith

  26 Jan 2012 | 8:43 am

  Display Title:  Keep a Day of Sled Riding Fun and Safe Subtitle:  Kids love snow days and sled riding with friends. Help them have winter fun safely. Background Image:  Image Only:  No Description Background:  on Link Text:  Read Full Story URL:  http://www.empowher.com/parenting/content/keep-day-sled-riding-fun-and-safe Align:  right Weight:  -8 Text Color:  Black

• Kegel Exercises: The Essential Workout for Every Woman

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  23 Jan 2012 | 6:53 pm

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• Clay Shirky’s “A Rant About Women” From Two Years Ago

  Ann Bartow

  26 Jan 2012 | 6:35 pm

  Read it here. Below is an excerpt: “… Some of the most important opportunities we have are in two-sided markets: education and employment, contracts and loans, grants and prizes. And the institutions that offer these opportunities operate in an environment where accurate information is hard to come by. One of their main sources of judgment is asking the candidate directly: Tell us why we should admit you. Tell us why we should hire you. Tell us why we should give you a grant. Tell us why we should promote you. In these circumstances, people who don’t raise their hands don’t…

• The Origins of Sexual Freedom

  Bridget Crawford

  24 Jan 2012 | 7:08 pm

  Faramerz Dabhoiwala breaks down the topic in The Origins of Sex: A History of the First Sexual Revolution, a book forthcoming (April 2012) from Oxford University Press.  Here’s the publisher’s description: A man admits that, when drunk, he tried to have sex with an eighteen-year-old girl; she is arrested and denies they had intercourse, but finally begs God’s forgiveness. Then she is publicly hanged alongside her attacker. These events took place in 1644, in Boston, where today they would be viewed with horror. How–and when–did such a complete transformation of…

• LGBT Legal Symposium at the University of Mississippi School of Law – March 23, 2012

  Bridget Crawford

  23 Jan 2012 | 1:27 pm

  From student organizers at the University of Mississippi School of Law: The University of Mississippi School of Law will be hosting the 2nd Annual LGBT Legal Symposium on March 23rd, 2012 at the Robert C. Khayat Law Center. Like last year, the Symposium will feature well known names within the LGBT legal community, and present classes on topics such as Transgender Marriages, Wills and Estates, Custody Issues, Cyber-Bullying and GSA Formation.  D’Arcy Kemnitz, Executive Director of the National LGBT Bar Association, will be moderating a panel on Ethics and Diversity in the Legal Profession.

• CFP: IMPRINTS Virtual Journal of the International Models Project on Women’s Rights

  Bridget Crawford

  16 Jan 2012 | 5:09 pm

  From the FLP mailbox, this CFP: The International Models Project on Women’s Rights (IMPOWR) is an initiative of the ABA Section of International Law and our goal is to establish a global, collaborative research database on women’s rights under law. It promises to play a unique role in supporting the worldwide implementation of the principles underlying the Convention on the Elimination of All Forms of Discrimination Against Women. Specifically, IMPOWR aims to: Provide original, editable, searchable and comparable content summarizing current gender equality law as well as the legal…

• He’s Elmo and He Knows It

  Bridget Crawford

  15 Jan 2012 | 6:36 pm

  Other than the misplaced apostrophe in the subtitles (“kid’s look at these crayons”), I love it. -Bridget Crawford

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• inspiration!

  24 Jan 2012 | 12:04 pm

  fyi- i found an editor who is AT THIS VERY MOMENT, working on any grammar issues within In Dreams. I should have the newly edited version up this weekend! just wanted y'all to know! YAY!moving on... lolI have a "Wall of Inspiration." lol, That's what I call it. Basically, it's the wall next to my desk where I'm supposed to work (but never do because I move around constantly, sit in weird places and go wherever feels best that day to write), filled with all sorts of quotes, song lyrics and goodies. They make me happy. :)Fellow author, Veronica Mordem, shared a quote with me the other day that…

• Should i UNPUBLISH my book?

  23 Jan 2012 | 11:31 am

  I'm seriously weighing the options on whether or not I should unpublish In Dreams and get a professional edit done?I know that it might be a little late since the book has already been around for months and there have been a lot of downloads lately, BUT I am beginning to think that I will have more success with it if I take it down now and fix it.So on 1 hand, i'm sitting here thinking, "I should unpublish it... pay an ungodly amount to an editor and then republish it with a note saying it's been edited and updated. Maybe then people will hate it less?"But on the other hand, i'm also…

• it's all good in the hood

  20 Jan 2012 | 3:38 pm

  hey everyone. thanks for listening to my pity party the past few days. i'm EXTREMELY happy to say that i'm in a far better place then i have been the last week. i feel good. i am determined to take all the negative feedback in regards to my writing and apply it to my actual writing. i want to write better. i want to tell my stories better. i want you to care about the characters. so i'm trying to learn from all of the crap. :)anyway, enough of that. i'm sick of talking about it.i went home and i don't think i ever posted any pics!!!! so without further adieu, here are some pics of my crazy…

• you have to love my book cause you're my friend

  18 Jan 2012 | 6:12 pm

  why is it that we give our friends, family, or people who know us, less credit than perfect strangers?what i mean is- it's been a rough week for me emotionally. this whole book thing is scary. and thrilling. and puke inducing. and horrifying. all at the same time.and in all honesty, i'm not really used to feeling those kinds of emotions. i'm definitely not used to feeling queasy everytime i get online. or anxious. or sad. these feelings suck. i'm sort of in a yucky place right now. okay, i get it- my book isn't resonating with people the way that i hoped it would. logic = that's okay. that's…

• and here come the BAD reviews!

  16 Jan 2012 | 11:20 am

  with 16,000 free downloads, i knew i was bound to get some bad reviews on amazon (you know, like 16,000 of em- lol).and here they come.and i'd be lying if i said that they didn't hurt. of course they "hurt" to some extent. even when my head is nodding itself in agreement with their thoughts, my feelings are weeping.but here's the thing. those reviews talk about something in my writing i didn't even know i did. y'all, i've never taken a writing class. i don't know anything "technically" about writing a book. i also didn't want too. i didn't want to follow the exact same formula that every…

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• Around the World with my iPhone: Tokyo, Japan

  Mostly Lisa

  21 Jan 2012 | 6:15 pm

  I have fallen in love with Tokyo, Japan. The people are some of the most friendly, polite, and kind people I have encountered. There was so much to capture, I shot for nearly 10 hours a day and still didn’t feel like I could do Tokyo justice. This chapter of my Around the World trip with my iPhone is all about street photography. I don’t have a lot of experience shooting this type of photography, so it was a new challenge for me. The gorgeous people of Tokyo definitely helped me get great shots. Here are some behind the scenes videos of my adventures in Japan. It was freezing…

• Around the World with Lisa Bettany & an iPhone 4S

  Mostly Lisa

  18 Jan 2012 | 7:41 am

  I am setting out on a trip around the world to capture photos for my very first travel photography book. I’m inspired by the freedom of shooting, editing, and sharing photos with a light-weight mobile device, so I’m leaving my professional camera gear at home and capturing the entire journey with an iPhone 4S (well actually two incase one gets tromped on by an elephant or snatched by a meer cat). Over the past year, I’ve taken more pictures with my iPhone than my Canon 5DMKII. I’ve been really impressed by the dramatic quality improvements of iPhone 4S, and I honestly…

• 6 New Year’s Resolutions Every Photographer Should Make in 2012

  Mostly Lisa

  1 Jan 2012 | 5:19 pm

  Happy New Year Everyone! Every year I vow to become a better photographer. Last year I set some pretty lofty New Year’s resolutions for myself. This year I have very different plans that involve a little bit of travel — watch for an exciting announcement coming very soon ;) In the meantime, here are a few photography and life resolutions that I hope will help you on your quest to becoming a great photographer! 1. I will learn how to use my gear. 15mm fisheye in Times Square. Photo by Scott Meinzer. This is a resolution that everyone should commit to. If you don’t know how to…

• 10 tips for taking great holiday iPhone photos

  Mostly Lisa

  21 Dec 2011 | 12:41 am

  Holidays are the perfect time to capture magic moments with friends and family and take the time get creative with your photography. Here are some simple tips to get the best photos from your iPhone. 1. Shoot outdoor lights before it gets too dark Holiday lights on the BC Parliament buildings. The best time to capture outdoor festive lights with an iPhone is during “blue hour” just before it goes completely dark. Catching the lights while you have enough ambient light will help you avoid getting blurry photos. You can help by using both hands to steady your iPhone while using the…

• Using VolumeSnap and your headphones as a remote control for Camera+

  Mostly Lisa

  18 Dec 2011 | 10:55 pm

  VolumeSnap on Camera+ makes shooting a breeze. One of the challenges with taking great iPhone photos is trying to take clear photos with minimal camera shake. Using the on-screen shutter button was challenging and extremely frustrating, especially in low light or whilst eating chicken wings. To solve this problem, especially the “greasy fingers on screen issue”, Camera+ added the ability to take a photo using the volume controls on your iPhone. After a few initial “hiccups”, we are thrilled to have VolumeSnap back in Camera+! VolumeSnap allows you to hold your iPhone…

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  The Work at Home Woman

• Successful Life & Time Management for Work at Home Mompreneurs

  Holly - The Work at Home Woman

  27 Jan 2012 | 11:00 pm

  By Golda Smith Being a work at home mom is amazing. Let’s face it; you have the best of both worlds… a 30 second commute to your office and the pleasure of spending as much time with your children as you want. Sadly, the biggest mistake that many mompreneur’s make is that they try to [...]

• Why Sports is Good Training for Entrepreneurs

  Holly - The Work at Home Woman

  26 Jan 2012 | 11:00 pm

  By Cynthia Kocialski I noticed that many successful entrepreneurs played sports. Does sports training matter to budding entrepreneurs? What skills do athletes learn that would benefit a new business owner and entrepreneur? The Intent to Win In sports, the link between progressing in a sport is directly related to your track record of winning. Athletes [...]

• Do You Have All the Money You Need?

  Holly - The Work at Home Woman

  25 Jan 2012 | 11:00 pm

  By Tami Gomez What does matter? The FEELINGS you bring up as you say the words. Today I’d like to introduce you to a different kind of affirmation, and I dare say it is the THE most powerful type of affirmation you could ever do. It works well, and it works FAST. I call it a “feeling [...]

• Eliminate This One Factor from Your Day and Watch Your Business and Family Time Grow

  Holly - The Work at Home Woman

  24 Jan 2012 | 11:00 pm

  By Holly Reisem Hanna I remember when I was pregnant with my daughter; I was at a Chinese restaurant waiting for my take-out, when I observed this woman furiously texting away while her young son tugged on her sleeve trying to get her attention. Over and over again he tugged and asked her to look [...]

• Finding Passion for Your Work

  Holly - The Work at Home Woman

  23 Jan 2012 | 11:00 pm

  By Barbara Seifert, Ph. D., CPC To be successful, you have to have your heart in your business and your business in your heart.   Thomas Watson The New Year is a great time to reevaluate and reassess where you are in your professional life.  Whether you work for someone or you own your business, you [...]

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  Mommy On Fire

• A Small Book Packed With Big Wisdom…

  mommyonfire

  24 Jan 2012 | 11:01 pm

  Next week, we’ll be starting a new journey here at Mommy on Fire and Heart and Soul Reflections. We’ll be walking through Beth Moore’s new study “James:  Mercy Triumphs” and I am so excited to see where God will take us. I’m trusting that He’ll bring just the right people to study along with us [...]

• 10 Things I Love About Having A Girl

  mommyonfire

  23 Jan 2012 | 8:54 pm

  OK. I admit it. Walking in to my first ultrasound appointment ever, I secretly prayed for a girl. Nothing against boys.  I eventually would have been happy about having a boy – which is, of course, a great thing since I went on to birth two of them shortly thereafter. But a girl… Pink and [...]

• For When You Feel Trapped

  mommyonfire

  22 Jan 2012 | 3:55 pm

  Every now and then, I’m faced with serpents that creep in and try to derail what I’m committed to doing. Like being in a healthy marriage and raising children to love God.  Those two things are the top two the serpents hate the most. So when I have an argument with my husband or it [...]

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  Diva Marketing (Blog)

• Life Without Facebook ~ A View From Gen Y #2

  Toby

  26 Jan 2012 | 7:36 am

  This is a special interview series on what life is like for Jessica Robyn Porter, a Gen Y-er, who disabled her 7 year old Facebook Page. We're calling it quasi social media reality! Part #1. Diva/Marketing/Toby: The big question I've been asked is, "What were the reactions from Jessica's Facebook friends?" By the way, how many friends did you have? Jessica Robyn: I had a few of my friends talking to me (through phone calls, texts, and of course facebook messages or comments) who could not believe that Jessica, voted biggest facebook stalker junior year, the addict, and social media…

• Managing Your Brand & Personal Social Media "Friends"

  Toby

  23 Jan 2012 | 11:14 am

  For the most part, social networks and social media were never really intended for business communications. Expect for LinkedIn of course. Think about it. Facebook, Twitter and even Google+ began life helping people connect to family and friends. In that context it made total sense that you would "friend" someone you wanted to invite into your digitial world. When savvy brand managers saw their customers were congregating aroiund these virtual water coolers, ah ha moments began. Before we knew it enterprises were stepping into the game. Some smartly. Some like a bull in a china…

• Life Without Facebook ~ A View From Gen Y #1

  Toby

  16 Jan 2012 | 8:02 am

  More than 800 million active users has given Facebook the enviable status of the golden child of social networks. With multiple generations sharing photos, updates and videos Facebook might even be considered the biggest digital family reunion ever! However, as with any 'family' sometimes you need a bit of a break. That's what's happening for the people who 'grew-up' on Facebook .. the Gen Y or the Millennial Generation. They're signing off from Facebook. Some for forever. Others for a few months. One of the 20-somethings who disabled her (7 year) Facebook page is my niece Jessica Robyn.

• Marketing Beyond The Blog Buzz

  Toby

  13 Jan 2012 | 3:15 pm

  Within the past week three people from three different industries (advertising, internal branding and higher education) asked me to contribute to posts they were writing about blogs. Of course I was honored by their requests. However, what was especially interesting to me was every person was concerned (in varing degrees) about the viablity and longevity of blogs in a world of social network clutter. In 2004, I stepped into the blogosphere with Diva Marketing and soon after began developing workshops for the American Marketing Association on a national and local chapter level. I wondered how…

• Stories From Smaller Nonprofits: Asylee Women Enterprise (AWE)

  Toby

  1 Jan 2012 | 11:33 am

  Some how it seems fitting that the last in Diva Marketing's 2011 Shining A Light on smaller nonprofits series should highlight an organization that helps courageous women find hope at the start of a new chapter in their lives. Somehow it seems fitting that this NPO goes by the name of AWE. Molly Corbett is our story teller for this special post. She is the founder and executive director of Asylee Women Enterprise (AWE). Molly has worked in the nonprofit sector for 20 years. She started as a community organizer and has worked with various social service and social justice organizations. Prior…

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  DailyCandy All Cities

• Southern Pacific Brewing Opens

  DailyCandy

  27 Jan 2012 | 5:30 am

  The Mission's New Beer Garden The pow has finally blanketed Tahoe, and, in a few hours, the city will be a wasteland.So you’re an apres-ski closer to snagging a reclaimed wood stool at Southern Pacific Brewing, opening tonight.Two years in the making, the brewery and restaurant unveils 8,500 square feet of blissful indoor/outdoor beer garden. Architect Seth Boor (Four Barrel, Flora Grubb) transformed the industrial structure into a habit-forming paradise (a glass facade and ample skylights, rusty fig trees).Sip and eat your way through the menu: Brewmaster Andy French (with owners Anthony…

• Red Hill Restaurant Opens

  DailyCandy

  27 Jan 2012 | 5:30 am

  You Say You Want a (Food) Revolution? Comrades,In the mid-20th century, Echo Park was dubbed Red Hill for its leftist, freethinking society. Now the new Red Hill Restaurant takes its cues (and name) from that time.Here, its manifesto.To serve all taste buds. Veg head owner Jason Michaud (Local) and meat maestro chef Trevor Rocco meet in the middle with omnivorous dishes (halibut with bunapi-shimeji mushrooms, Brussels sprouts croquettes with bacon).To use quality ingredients. Namely, local, organic produce; fresh-made pasta; and fair trade coffee (Cafecito Organico).To revolt against…

• Illinois Sparkling Co. Launches

  DailyCandy

  27 Jan 2012 | 4:00 am

  Clink Your Glasses for Local Bubbly Champagne, France, and Champaign, Illinois, couldn’t be more different.Leave it to Midwest winemakers Mark and Teri Wenzel (Utica’s August Hill Winery) to bridge the gap.Their new venture, Illinois Sparkling Co., introduces quality, small-batch sparklers without the snooty attitude. Their slogan says it all: Less Champagne, More Champaign.Mark discovered Utica and Champagne share similar climates, producing grapes that are high in acid and low in tannins — ideal for producing the bubbly. Months later, Illinois Sparkling Co. was born.ISC’s sips may…

• Hide Out in Olga Road Upcycled Leather Jackets

  DailyCandy

  27 Jan 2012 | 3:00 am

  Trenches Get a New Life Prosecutor: Ms. Pender, it’s come to our attention that you’re not the hoodie you say you are.Pender: I can explain [straightens collar]. I’m an upcycled Olga Road leather jacket.Prosecutor: We have evidence suggesting former lives.Pender: Guilty. I was an Austin-sourced trench coat carefully crafted into my current hooded state.Prosecutor: Word has it you roll with a motley crew.Pender: I hang with a collection of motos and bombers in shades ranging from basic brown and black to cherry red. Zippers and other hardware add to our street cred.Prosecutor: And what…

• Screen Play: Sundance 2012

  DailyCandy

  27 Jan 2012 | 3:00 am

  We danced on the sun, and we liked it.

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  if you want kin, you must plant kin ...

• Detroit still on my mind.

  girlgriot

  18 Jan 2012 | 11:39 pm

  My brain hasn’t entirely left Detroit.  There are still many, many things that my not-even-a-full-week’s visit left me to think about.  And many of those things are serious and solemn.  But then there the rest of what’s in my head.  Even on the bus tour that drove me to despair, there were distractions.  As if [...]

• Motor City Malaise

  girlgriot

  29 Dec 2011 | 9:33 am

  Even though I was silent for a few months, I was still writing as if I were going to post something.  I have posts in every notebook I’ve carried around during this hiatus, half-written drafts saved here.  For the most part, I think I’ll just let them all die a quiet death.  This one, however, [...]

• SOL: This is where I live.

  girlgriot

  13 Dec 2011 | 10:05 pm

  In a house where the doorbell can ring on a cozy cold night and my neighbor’s daughter can be outside with a plate of freshly baked linzer cookies just for me. I’m not surprised.  This is the place where neighbors come to the door to borrow an egg.  This is the place where we walk [...]

• Breaking My Silence

  girlgriot

  7 Dec 2011 | 10:36 pm

  So before Seagram’s got me all upset, it had been nearly two months since my last post.  And I hadn’t been doing too much posting before that long break, either.  What’s that about, you ask.  Truly, I’m not entirely sure.  Or, rather, I’m not sure which factor carried the most weight. I’ve been having a [...]

• Sometimes, Life Is Good

  girlgriot

  5 Dec 2011 | 9:51 pm

  Tonight I met Harry Belafonte.  I left my house this morning with no idea this would be on my agenda.  Yes, my boss had asked if I’d attend some benefit gala with her after work, but there’d been no mention of Belafonte possibilities. I would love to be posting my lovely photo with this lovely, [...]

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  Stirrup Queens

• 377th Friday Blog Roundup

  Lollipopgoldstein

  27 Jan 2012 | 7:55 am

  Updated with name of app (see below) I have been putting off going to see my general practitioner for a yearly checkup because I’m afraid of what she’ll say about my eating habits/lack of exercise.  I’ve stopped running for the time being while I’m trying to finish a manuscript, and I’ve always eaten like crap.  [...]

• The Other Mother

  Lollipopgoldstein

  26 Jan 2012 | 9:28 am

  So right after I posted that manifesto on defining womanhood and Josh moved the stroller back to the basement storage room, a woman wrote that she saw my posting on the listserv and wanted to know if she could buy it.  I froze not knowing what to do.  The woman was pregnant with twins, due [...]

• Meryl Streep in The Iron Lady Asks How We Define Womanhood

  Lollipopgoldstein

  25 Jan 2012 | 6:09 am

  Just like the movie, The Iron Lady, this post isn’t really about Margaret Thatcher at all, at least not in the political or historical sense.  It is just a long question about who is writing the Dictionary of You. I have a double snap-and-go currently in my front hallway, this behemoth that has been hanging [...]

• How Many Blog Visitors is A Lot of Blog Visitors?

  Lollipopgoldstein

  23 Jan 2012 | 10:26 am

  Remember back when it was newsworthy that Ashton Kutcher beat out CNN to first hit one million followers on Twitter? That was exciting in the moment, but once that flag was firmly planted in the ground, it became a race to see who could gain 10 million followers (Lady Gaga). Or a race to see [...]

• The Ethics of Deleting Posts or Comments

  Lollipopgoldstein

  22 Jan 2012 | 6:08 am

  I recently noticed something on self-hosted WordPress blogs: unlike Blogger where the comment-leaver can delete their comment after posting, on self-hosted WordPress blogs, the only person who can do the deleting is the owner of the blog. This fact to me speaks volumes about the division that exists in the online world about deleting — [...]

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• Same-Sex Marriage Referendum Likely to Appear on ME Ballot

  admin

  27 Jan 2012 | 10:25 am

  EqualityMaine, the American Civil Liberties Union, and the Main Women’s Lobby announced on Thursday that they have 105,000 petitions signed by Maine voters, which far exceeds the 57,277 required to place a question on the November ballot regarding same-sex marriage. The Secretary of State’s Office now has 30 days to certify that the signatures are valid. Three years ago, Maine residents voted 53 to 47 on a referendum to overturn the state Legislature’s vote to legalize same-sex marriage. Betsy Smith, executive director of EqualityMaine, stated, “Many people have changed…

• Abortion Medically Safer than Childbirth

  admin

  27 Jan 2012 | 10:23 am

  A new study, conducted by Dr. Elizabeth Raymond and Dr. David Grimes and published in Obstetrics & Gynecology, indicates that the likelihood of women dying during childbirth is 14 times higher than the likelihood of dying during an abortion. According to the study, between 1998 and 2005, one woman died per every 11,000 pregnancies but only one woman died per every 167,000 legal abortions performed. Moreover, women who carried their pregnancy to term were more likely to experience high blood pressure, urinary tract infections, and mental health disorders than women who had abortions.

• IN Senate Committee Votes to Restrict Medical Abortion Pill

  admin

  26 Jan 2012 | 10:23 am

  Yesterday, the Indiana Senate health committee voted 5 to 4 to further restrict women’s access to RU-486, or the abortion pill. If the bill passes, doctors would be required to conduct an in-person examination of a woman before prescribing the abortion pill, as well as give her written information of the risks of an abortion and perform a follow-up ultrasound two weeks later. Doctors who fail to comply could face misdemeanor charges. The bill also requires that doctors follow FDA guidelines recommending that doctors prescribe a 600 milligram dose of the drug, even though studies have…

• AZ Congressman Introduces Bill to Restrict Abortion in DC

  admin

  26 Jan 2012 | 10:22 am

  Arizona Representative Trent Franks (R) introduced the District of Columbia Pain-Capable Unborn Child Protection Act this week that would prohibit women in the District of Columbia from having an abortion after 20 weeks gestation unless her life is in danger. The bill is based on the unfounded notion that the fetus can feel pain at this point in the pregnancy. The American College of Gynecology refutes assertions that fetuses can feel pain at 20 week, stating that there is “no legitimate evidence that fetuses can experience pain.” Washington DC Delegate Eleanor Holmes Norton…

• Abortion Rate Stalls Worldwide

  admin

  24 Jan 2012 | 11:20 am

  “Induced Abortion: Incidence and Trends Worldwide from 1995 to 2008,” a study conducted by the Guttmacher Institute and the World Health Organization and published in the Lancet, indicates that since 2008, the decline in the worldwide rate of abortions has stalled. According to the study, “between 1995 and 2003, the overall number of abortions per 1,000 women of childbearing age (14-44) dropped from 35 to 29.” However since 2008, the rate as remained at 28 per 1,000. Gilda Sedgh, the lead author for the study, stated, “The declining abortion trend we had seen…

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  Joy Unexpected

• It's a Nice Day For A Play Wedding

  26 Jan 2012 | 3:27 pm

• Watch Out, Boys

  25 Jan 2012 | 8:33 pm

  "Mommy, today a boy called me dumb." "Why did he call you dumb?" I asked. "I don't know. I was just standing in line at lunch time, talking to my friend and he told me that I was dumb." She continued. "But don't worry, I looked right at his face and said 'OH NO YOU DI'INT!!!'" I held back my laughter because she was dead serious. "What did he say?" "He just looked at me and turned his head and didn't talk to me again. I stood up for myself, Mommy, just like you told me to! Aren't you so proud of me?" Oh, yes little girl of mine. Always so proud of you.

• My New Tagline?

  25 Jan 2012 | 9:25 am

  This morning I woke up and sat up in my bed. My daughter was in my room, standing in front of the bathroom mirror, combing her hair. I saw her face in the mirror and said "Good morning!" "Mommy, you look SO pretty!" She said. That sweet compliment from my daughter made me feel so good. "Really?" I said. "Yes!" She responded. What a nice thing to hear first thing in the morning. I definitely do not feel pretty when I wake up with my puffy face and my messy hair. She wasn't finished with her compliment. "You look prettier than a rat. Because you know how rats look kind of scary and evil? You…

• Missing Her

  24 Jan 2012 | 3:01 pm

  Yesterday I watched a birthday video made for a friend of my parents. Towards the end of the video, my Grandmother appeared to give her birthday message. Seeing her face, hearing her voice, took my breath away. I began to cry. I couldn't stop crying. And I'm crying again as I type this. I'm going to write through it. Writing. Crying. Crying. Writing. I miss her. I miss her voice, I miss her face. I miss her yelling at me. I miss her complaining about how technology is ruining the world. I miss her scolding me for not going to church. I miss her telling me I buy my daughter too many shoes. I…

• I Don't Think You're Ready For This Calzone

  24 Jan 2012 | 9:28 am

  There are certain foods that take me back to my childhood: tuna from a can, tortillas with ketchup, bologna sandwiches, egg sandwiches and Chef Boyardee ravioli.

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  Shakesville

• The Virtual Pub Is Open

  Melissa McEwan

  27 Jan 2012 | 5:00 pm

  [Explanations: lol your fat. pathetic anger bread. hey your gay.]TFIF, Shakers!Belly up to the bar,and name your poison!

• How to End the Week

  Space Cowboy

  27 Jan 2012 | 4:02 pm

  You need to go no further than a post dedicated to famous paintings improved by cats. Below is my personal favorite.

• 2FA, #9

  Melissa McEwan

  27 Jan 2012 | 3:30 pm

• Quote of the Day

  Deeky

  27 Jan 2012 | 2:48 pm

  "In a new Star Wars game, the biggest threat to the empire may be homosexual activists!" — Tony Perkins of the Family Research Council going all Bib Fortuna over the news that software developer Bioware will allow same-sex relationships in Star Wars: The Old Republic.See also.

• Number of the Day

  Melissa McEwan

  27 Jan 2012 | 2:40 pm

  Zero: The number of shits I give about any defense of Ron Paul that tries to argue he didn't know full well what the content was of the racist newsletters that bore his name and signature.I will say again: Does anyone seriously think that radical feminist literature could have been distributed under his name by an organization with which he was affiliated without his knowledge?That's rhetorical.And it puts paid to the lie that he was an innocent bystander to the distribution of that racist swill.

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  ECHIDNE of the snakes

• Civil liberties v. civil rights (by Suzie)

  Suzie

  26 Jan 2012 | 11:43 pm

  What do you think when you hear the phrases "civil liberties" and "civil rights"? I hope a discussion of the differences will shed light on why Glenn Greenwald and others considered progressive have praised Ron Paul. Definitions vary, but "civil liberties" generally refers to rights guaranteed by the government for all citizens, while "civil rights" describes laws passed to remove barriers that keep certain groups from enjoying the same liberties that others have.Civil liberties are concepts; civil rights pertain to practice.The Bill of Rights was meant to limit the power of the federal…

• Two Articles on Apple

  echidne

  26 Jan 2012 | 3:25 pm

  It's an awkward juxtaposition, to say the least. First the New York Times writes about the treatment of Chinese workers who assemble the iPhones, iPads and so on:In the last decade, Apple has become one of the mightiest, richest and most successful companies in the world, in part by mastering global manufacturing. Apple and its high-technology peers — as well as dozens of other American industries — have achieved a pace of innovation nearly unmatched in modern history.However, the workers assembling iPhones, iPads and other devices often labor in harsh conditions, according to employees…

• Misery Bear And Writer's Block

  echidne

  26 Jan 2012 | 2:41 pm

  This applies to most any deadline, not just writer's block.

• What Was He Thinking?

  echidne

  26 Jan 2012 | 12:17 pm

  Mark Cenedella wants one day to be a U.S. Senator from the state of New York. This is the groundwork he has laid:Marc Cenedella, a Republican businessman laying the groundwork for a possible run for a United States Senate seat in New York, said on Tuesday that he took “full responsibility” for blog posts about sex, women and drugs that have drawn criticism....The entries had headlines like “Sexy vs. Skanky,” “Dating Advice for Girly Girls,” “He Stole My Weed” and “High Quality Dope,” according to the article.In an entry titled “A New Holiday for Men,” there was a link…

• Internet Misogyny For The Day

  echidne

  25 Jan 2012 | 11:24 pm

  This is such fun! I somehow got on a weird site, barstoolsports.com, and found this:Remember that Saudi Chick Who Was Protesting The Fact It Was Illegal For Women To Drive. She Died. In a Car Accident.The writer continues, after slurs aimed at Rosa Parks:But Manal al-Sherif just haaaaaad to get behind the wheel. Just had to show the world that a set of tits doesn’t mean you’re a terrible driver. Wrong! I bet she was putting on makeup and eating PinkBerry and tailgating the other drivers too. Fucking chicks, can’t do anything. Am I right, guys? Am I right?! Someone give me a high…

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  Girlfriendology

• I am Ashamed of Myself | Confession and Resolve from the Faux Diet Queen

  Judi

  27 Jan 2012 | 2:30 pm

  None of us are perfect. And we all have days when we are less perfect than usual. Often we can ignore that in ourselves, but sometimes we have to stare reality in the face and ‘fess up to the things we’re not so proud of. This week, the Faux Diet Queen stares into her (somewhat twisted) reality and shares some of what she sees in the mirror. The Faux Diet Queen (or as we affectionately call her, FDQ) has agreed to share her latest (and last) weight loss journey with us as a regular feature at Girlfriendology. We hope you’ll join us to cheer her on, nudge her back on track when…

• Girlfriend Advice on how to Change the Course of Your Life | BlogTalkRadio guest, Wellness Coach Jana Currie

  Girlfriendology

  26 Jan 2012 | 3:26 pm

  How’s your life girlfriend? Going in the direction you want? Gearing up for your goals and dreams this year? It’s January – the month we get to position us for reaching our goals (or at least making great progress toward them!). We’ve got the perfect girlfriend to get us on the right path toward being healthy and happy – by having a vision and making a plan! Wellness/Weight Loss Coach JANA CURRIE talked about the following guest blog and about women, weight loss, goals and having a vision for our life on our BlogTalkRadio show! LISTEN IN! And change the course of…

• Get Over It! How to Resolve a Fight with a Girlfriend | Guest Blogger Rachel Kim

  Judi

  25 Jan 2012 | 5:19 am

  It happens. Sometimes we get into arguments with our girlfriends. Like we have little disagreements like which restaurant to go to for dinner or where is fair to meet ‘in the middle.’ Sometimes we have bigger disagreements with bigger consequences. Guest blogger Rachel Hyun Kim shares her experience of getting into a fight with a friend and some of the lessons in forgiveness that she learned for mending an important friendship. The last time I got into a fight with a friend, it was not a fun situation. Feelings were hurt, fingers were pointed, and words were said that could not…

• Should I Stay or Should I Go? | Advice from Real Estate Guru Cathy Perry

  Judi

  24 Jan 2012 | 7:25 am

  Have you ever had one of those days when you look around  and it seems that the only options are to take a wrecking ball to the house and start over or immediately begin packing to move? Girlfriend Guru and Real Estate expert Cathy Perry shares her tips for figuring out when to renovate and when to move on. Have you seen the HGTV show Love It or List It? In case you haven’t, it features a couple who are torn between moving from a home that is no longer workable for them and remodeling it to make it work.  A real estate agent tries to convince them to “list it,” and an interior…

• What have YOU been doing for the past six years? | Six Years of Girlfriendology

  Girlfriendology

  23 Jan 2012 | 9:40 pm

  Happy Birthday to us! Happy Birthday to us! Happy Birthday Girlfriendology! Happy Birthday to us! Six years ago, on January 20th, 2006, Girlfriendology.com was ‘born.’ It started from a response to two girlfriends, Dana and Allison, dealing with cancer, as well as just a need to be around female friends. A little research confirmed – there’s a reason we NEED girlfriends! Female friendship actually makes women healthier, happier, less stressed, live longer and feel more beautiful. So, I started blogging about female friendship. I was inspired by the amazing women who…

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  Heroine Content

• Underworld: Awakening - The Return of Selene

  Skye

  20 Jan 2012 | 10:00 pm

  If you have to choose between seeing Haywire and Underworld: Awakening, you should see Haywire. If you don't have to choose, I recommend that you see both. (Two action films headlined by women opening in one weekend. WHY DOESN'T THIS HAPPEN MORE OFTEN?!) I have big love for Selene, the vampire Death Dealer from the first and second Underworld films. The second film was kind of a mess plot-wise, and the third was a complete train wreck in which Rhona Mitra was tragically misused, but oh, the first one... it has my heart. And I have been waiting for Selene to come back for a long, long time. In…

• Haywire: Start 2012 Off Right, Y'all

  Skye

  18 Jan 2012 | 10:27 am

  If Haywire is opening in your city on Friday, please cancel any other plans you have and buy tickets immediately. Unless you already know that the way Steven Soderberg directs his actors often drives you up the wall... okay, no, you should still go. The spare script combined with the somewhat flat-affect acting will probably be bothersome for about ten minutes, but then I bet you won't notice anymore. The basics: Gina Carano, a retired Mixed Martial Arts (MMA) fighter, plays Mallory Kane. Kane is an ex-Marine who has gone into private security contracting. She does a job in Barcelona rescuing…

• The Girl with the Dragon Tattoo (2011)

  A Very Special Guest

  5 Jan 2012 | 9:05 am

  Thanks so much to Bonnie Norman of A Working Title for sharing her post about this film! Trigger warning: This movie contains scenes of violence and rape. Also, Spoiler Alert for the book and movies. The Girl with the Dragon Tattoo is a complicated story to break down. The book the movie is derived from is 480 pages long according to Amazon and that's a lot to try to condense into a movie; I'll be making a lot of comparisons to the book. (I haven't seen the original Swedish adaptation, but you can read two different reviews here on Heroine Content: Skye's and Grace's.) On the one hand, we…

• Mission: Impossible - Ghost Protocol. Nothing to see here, move along.

  Skye

  28 Dec 2011 | 9:49 pm

  I usually include the most widely promoted movie poster when I do a review here. But for Mission: Impossible - Ghost Protocol, I'm using the one that best communicates how unsurprising Paula Patton's role is in the film. Unless you can say any of these lines with a straight face, there is nothing here that will impress you in any way: "She's a team leader and one of her men got killed and he's secretly in LOVE with her, which we learn from his poignant deathbed confession? Never saw that coming!" "Once Tom Cruise's character shows up, she'll never be a team leader again, because he's so much…

• Anyone want to guest post (especially on the U.S. remake of The Girl with the Dragon Tattoo)?

  Skye

  14 Dec 2011 | 9:48 pm

  I won't be seeing the U.S. remake of The Girl with the Dragon Tattoo, as the original film was just too violent for me. It opens on the 21st of this month. If you're going to see it and would like to write up a review, let me know. If you have any other ideas for guest posts you'd like to write, be it an older film or a new release, or a television show, let me know. Or if you post something to your own blog that you think we should link to, recently or further back in your archives, I'm always happy to get those suggestions. Just leave a comment to get in touch!

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• So, hmm.

  Alice

  27 Jan 2012 | 11:43 am

  Here is a picture for you. I made it! (Thank you, all, for your thoughtful and 99.9% non-hurtful responses to my last post. It's been difficult to respond to all the comments or emails, I'm a little overwhelmed, and I'm feeling the need to hermitize--is that a word? that's not a word--for a bit. I'm just going to get into my blanket fort, over here. Which is not to shut you guys up. Let the conversation continue! I'm just going to maybe read Cute Overload for a while, as I do, while re-contemplating daily psychotherapy.) I always take a photo of something I want to draw and then sketch it at…

• On being an object, and then not being an object

  Alice

  25 Jan 2012 | 6:09 pm

  I keep trying to write this post, and every time I'm taken aback at how angry I am, how very furious, and I don't want that, I want to be positive and have fun and entertain. But oh, there's something I want to say, so I try again, and I'm back to being furious. Well. I've literally been at this post for a year and it never gets any funnier or lighter, but I keep wanting to write it; I have to write it; I have to be done with it. So here we go. A year ago I was at a family event and a few of my mom's friends--older women all--were expressing amazement that I would let my hair go gray. One of…

• May I Gently Suggest, #2

  Alice

  23 Jan 2012 | 10:21 am

  Good morning! It's rainy and bleak and I had a long unhappy dream last night about my hair turning into an afro? (edited to add: my unhappy feelings re: afros are only limited to when and if they appear on my own head; such a hairstyle would not be flattering on me, as I have the facial bone structure of Stan Laurel.) My hair is growing out, you see. It is awkward. It looks nothing like an afro, but clearly I am having deep, complex Feelings about my hair. My God, but I am multi-faceted. I've changed the title of this feature from "Suggested Reading," because I intend to issue suggestions for…

• This cat diet is really coming along

  Alice

  19 Jan 2012 | 9:55 am

  As you know because you are a good and faithful reader, Izzy has been on a diet for a few months now. She is…she's a big girl. But we've been whittling down her food supply and giving her higher-quality meals, and the results are paying off! Here she is today.     As you can see, this is dramatically different from the Izzy from a few months ago.   Or, hell, even last month.   I am never going to stop making this joke. Anyway, as the photos indicate, she's gone from being a big girl to a big angry girl, who thinks about nothing but murder. We had to take her to the…

• Suggested Reading #1

  Alice

  16 Jan 2012 | 2:31 pm

  Here's a new regular feature! I read a shit-ton of books, so why not, I asked myself, share the ones I like? Why not? This week I read more than usual because of my brain's decision to keep me from falling asleep. Thanks a lot, brain. I don't think these choices helped me, particularly. In the future, I need to choose more boring books. Which I will then not recommend to you. Unless you are also suffering from insomnia. I think that's going to have to be a different feature, however. This is getting really confusing. Or is it just my sleep deprivation? Lovely. The moment I finished I wanted…

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• WTF Wednesday: Increasing Mass One Post At A Time

  Petunia Face

  25 Jan 2012 | 10:56 am

  I have had Nervous Tummy for a week now, the kind that makes me pause and think is it this? That? No, it must be the Other. Everything ok with the kids, Bryan, Nacho’s fur growing back nicely. I can’t quite put my finger on it, but something’s not quite right, and so I scan reports on the Solar Storm and radiation, planes being re-routed and Aurora Borealis, even though I live on the ground at Latitude 38. I can’t help but hope that the charged particles from the giant coronal mass ejection are what’s to blame, patchouli oil hoo-ha flakiness be damned. I also read the other day that…

• What's a 5 Letter Word That Starts With an E?

  Petunia Face

  22 Jan 2012 | 9:24 pm

  We're totally that couple in the restaurant that doesn't talk. You know, the ones who sit across from each other and look down at their plates silently as they eat. And when I say we, I mean you and me.I have nothing to say to you right now. We've all been there, right? Forced to look up and across, public silence somehow a strain, to ask when's the last time you changed the oil in your car? Because that is all you can think of.When you're the other couple--the one that laughs and kisses and feeds each other forkfuls of egg--you feel pretty smug when you see us, but I know better. I know that…

• Unsigned

  Petunia Face

  16 Jan 2012 | 10:10 pm

  The Guilt of (this) Working Mom takes shape in many forms. In the nutella with bread Zoey gets each morning despite the fact that it's not part of a balanced breakfast no matter what the commercial says. In the way I practically make out with Ozzy the minute I walk through the door, holding him while I shuffle around the house because my lower back has seized up. In the little dance I do in front of my house each morning; Zoey watching through the picture window as I blow kisses, then hugs, then I love you in American Sign Language which always makes me feel a little like I'm listening to…

• Couldn't Drag Me Away

  Petunia Face

  12 Jan 2012 | 11:03 pm

  Be forewarned: I am a quivering mass of exposed tissue tonight, nerves lifting slightly in the salt air. Zoey is having a slumber party at her Grandma DD's, our house now much too quiet. I cannot help but think of 13 years from now when she might leave to live somewhere else. True, I have PMS. Truer still, I have eaten 4 Cadbury Cream Eggs today. Still. 13 years ago I was in grad school. I wrote short stories and wore red clogs hand-painted with flowers. I still have those clogs and just the other day was thinking I should wear them again in the spring. With jeans?13 years is a very short…

• Where's Winona?

  Petunia Face

  11 Jan 2012 | 8:26 am

  What if Angie Everhart and Kate Mara had a baby with someone really smart and funny who sits in her office chair like a pretzel? (Seriously--torques her leg all the way around.) I mean, aside from problems with the space/time continuum and actual science-y stuff, you’d get my friend slash colleague, Abbey. Wanna meet her? ‘Cause she just launched a blog and it’s rad. Whereswinona.com. Totally different and fun and pink, a fabulous read, if I do say so myself. In her own words: Action, intrigue, hot dudes with rippling abs. What more do you want? I’ve got huge news—I’ve finally…

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• OBOS 40th Featured in The Women’s Health Activist

  Rachel

  27 Jan 2012 | 3:25 pm

  We’re delighted to see a piece on our recent 40th anniversary global symposium in The Women’s Health Activist, the newsletter of one of our favorite organizations, the National Women’s Health Network. In The Spiral of Women’s Health Activism, NWHN Program & Policy Director Amy Allina talks a bit about our history and reports on panels and presenters from the day, remarking: Early in the day, Jaclyn Friedman, the symposium’s mistress of ceremonies, explained her belief that women’s health activism moves in a spiral, not a circle, because while we are connected to…

• Respondiendo a las Restricciones para el Aborto

  Kiki

  26 Jan 2012 | 11:30 am

  Escrito por Rachel; traducido por Ema Rosero del orginial en inglés Sept 26, 2011. A principios de este año, Guttmacher, reportó que en la primara parte del 2011,  los estados promulgaron un número record de restricciones para el aborto.  Parece que cada semana hay noticias de alguna nueva restricción, como la promulgación de leyes aprobadas en Arizona y una nueva prohibición para algunos tipos de abortos en embarazos más avanzados (llamados abortos de “nacimiento parcial”) en Michigan. Ayer, el New York Times publicó un editorial,  “¿A dónde se están yendo los derechos…

• La FDA Reevalúa los Riesgos de los Medicamentos para la Osteoporosis

  Kiki

  26 Jan 2012 | 11:28 am

  Escrito por Rachel; traducido por Ema Rosero del orginial en inglés Sept. 20, 2011. Los bisfosfonatos (p.e. Fosamax, Boniva, etc.) son medicamentos para el tratamiento y la prevención de la osteoporosis en mujeres postmenopáusicas, pero hay preocupación por los posibles efectos secundarios causados por el uso de estos medicamentos por periodos largos.  Entre los posibles efectos secundarios se incluyen: fracturas atípicas de fémur (muslo), osteonecrosis (muerte de la mandíbula), y cáncer de esófago. El otoño pasado, la FDA pidió cambios en las etiquetas de los bisfosfonatos para…

• La Ley para Cosméticos Seguros Atiende un Vacío en las Regulaciones de Seguridad

  Kiki

  26 Jan 2012 | 11:25 am

  Escrito por Rachel; traducido por Ema Rosero del orginial en inglés Sept. 1, 2011. Muchas personas que usan cosméticos en los Estados Unidos no se dan cuenta que no se requieren pruebas o aprobación de la FDA para la comercialización de cosméticos.  A su vez, la Agencia Federal no tiene autoridad para requerir que el fabricante retire del mercado productos que no son seguros.  Como los cosméticos no son regulados de la misma manera que los medicamentos, es más difícil para el consumidor hacer una decisión informada, y la FDA tiene menos poder para regular la industria de los…

• La Cirujana General lanza llamado a la acción para apoyar la lactancia materna

  Kiki

  26 Jan 2012 | 10:16 am

  Escrito por Raquel; traducido por Ema Rosero del orginial en inglés Jan 24, 2011 La semana pasada la Dra. Regina M. Benjamín, Cirujana General de los Estados Unidos, expidió “Llamado a la acción en apoyo a la lactancia materna de la cirujana general” (The Surgeon General’s Call to Action to Support Breastfeeding). El informe describe los obstáculos y las tasas de lactancia materna en los Estados Unidos y los beneficios de salud, los beneficios económicos, sicológicos y ambientales de la lactancia materna. El informe es un llamado de acción a toda persona para tomar medidas que…

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• What it looks like when we target rapists instead of victims

  blue milk

  27 Jan 2012 | 5:45 pm

  “Just because she isn’t saying no doesn’t mean she is saying yes. Sex without consent = sexual assault. Don’t Be That Guy.” More on the Canadian ‘Don’t Be That Guy’ campaign here. (Thanks to Janette).

• Hug a Christian

  blue milk

  27 Jan 2012 | 5:01 pm

  Awww, this makes me teary. Nice to see someone getting the difference between ‘tolerance’ and ‘reconciliation’ too. (Via tigtog). UPDATE: And this made me chuckle. Oops, regarding the Marin.. maybe not for real?

• Helpful insights from punk rock relatives

  blue milk

  26 Jan 2012 | 7:22 am

  One of Bill’s brothers has been living with us on and off lately. He is a bit punk so I kindly labeled him the kids’ Punk Rock Uncle.  Punk Rock Uncle: Yeah, poor Lauca, these moods are pretty bad for her. Me: Hmm and you know, Bill and I aren’t highly strung, we’re not particularly moody people so it’s been difficult for us for a long time to understand her melt-downs. Punk Rock Uncle: Weeeeell, you were always pretty flighty.

• Rosewater and other things

  blue milk

  26 Jan 2012 | 7:03 am

  A bottle of rosewater. A morning sitting on my friend’s bed with her looking through her headscarf collection. More of Lauca’s giftwrapping wonders, this time for her father’s birthday. Lauca’s newest doll (thrifted) meets her older dolls for a swim. The cat on my bed. Our nut tree. Cormac’s painting. Flowers for our bees. One of the punk rock uncle‘s tattoos. A school of fish.

• Looking again at We Need to Talk About Kevin

  blue milk

  26 Jan 2012 | 3:27 am

  Let’s all assume that there will be SPOILERS galore in both this post and the possible comment thread and go from there. Image credit. Apparently a lot has happened for me in the last (almost) seven years of being a mother. When I read Lionel Shriver’s We Need to Talk About Kevin back all that time ago, the book causing a big stir and me, with my first baby in my arms, I was though broadly sympathetic towards her, also genuinely troubled at times by the mother character narrating the story. Last week I finally saw the film adaptation and I have to admit to finding the character…

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• NWSA 2012 Fat Studies Interest Group Call for Papers

  withoutscene

  25 Jan 2012 | 5:57 pm

  National Women's Studies Association 2012 Fat Studies Interest Group Call for Papers November 8-11, 2012, Oakland, CA. Papers on any topic at the intersection of women's studies/ feminism/ womanism/ gender/ sexuality and fat studies will be considered. At minimum, your submission should fall under one of the following themes for NWSA 2012: *Revolutionary Futures *Traveling Theory *Social Networks, Power, and Change *Decolonizing Knowledge *Creative Awakenings For more information on the themes, visit: http://nwsa.org/ While this is an open call, topic suggestions from last year's meeting…

• Stand for Kids!

  DeeLeigh

  24 Jan 2012 | 10:07 am

  Anyone who reads The Fatosphere Feed has already heard about Marilyn Wann's Stand for Kids Campaign. It's a HAES, body lib reply to Georgia's god-awful bullying Strong4Life billboards, which portray fat children as pathetic and inherently unhealthy. Atchka of Fierce, Freethinking Fatties has created a Stand for Kids Blog where he's republishing related posts. Recent Fatosphere Feed articles include: Body Love Wellness Communications of a Fat Waitress Dances with Fat, and Fat Heffalump I hope I didn't miss anyone! The full album of images is here, on Facebook, and there's a Facebook group as…

• More "Shit you Say to Fat People"

  DeeLeigh

  23 Jan 2012 | 7:24 am

  This video was written, directed, starring and conceived by Lillian Behrendt and Matt Cornell. It's the second in a series. BFB linked to the first video here. Trigger warning: fat shaming, body snark, diet talk (from the video) "You look great. Have you lost weight?" (my recommended answer) "No, I haven't lost weight. I just look great, thanks."

• NPR: "obesity epidemic" has peaked

  DeeLeigh

  19 Jan 2012 | 5:57 am

  This, from NPR: Obesity Epidemic May Have Peaked In U.S. "These data basically show than we haven't seen any change probably since back to 2003-4 in obesity in any group," said Cynthia Ogden of the National Center for Health Statistics, which released the latest data and published two papers online in JAMA, the Journal of the American Medical Association. One paper focused on adults while the second focused on children. This has been common knowledge in the fat acceptance movement for a while now. Those who are still claiming that Americans are getting heavier generally have a financial or…

• "Shit you say to fat people"

  DeeLeigh

  18 Jan 2012 | 5:42 am

  This video was written, directed, starring and conceived by Lillian Behrendt and Matt Cornell. ...and I think it's fucking brilliant. Cheers, Lillian and Matt. Trigger warning: fat shaming, body snark, diet talk What would you add? I'm thinking You have such a pretty face. Congratulations. Getting active will help you lose weight (when you've been active - and the same size - for years, and are not trying to lose weight). You're not fat.

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• Weekend Project: DIY Chalkboard Frame

  Simple Tip

  27 Jan 2012 | 5:18 pm

  Valentine’s day is closer than you think, and if you’re looking for a great handmade gift to make with your kids, why not try this chalkboard frame idea. Simply paint a plain wooden frame [...]

• Oven-Roasted Meatballs

  Dawn Perry

  27 Jan 2012 | 3:16 pm

  Meet my new (to me) method for meatballs: oven roasting. I almost always sear my meatballs in a skillet before finishing them in marinara. However, our windowless kitchen and aging exhaust fan mean that [...]

• Do You Occasionally Eat Frozen Dinners?

  Simply Stated Contributor

  27 Jan 2012 | 2:00 pm

  Even though I’m sure my colleagues in the Real Simple food department would cringe, I stocked up on frozen meals at the grocery store yesterday. As Heather writes in Bread is the Devil, frozen [...]

• The Drum Teacher Says I Remind Him of the Mother on “Modern Family.” Is This an Insult?

  Kristin van Ogtrop

  27 Jan 2012 | 9:00 am

  My middle son has a wonderful drum teacher. His name is Josh and he is a musician and seems to have boundless energy. He is also a lot of fun, and really appreciates Middle’s [...]

• Hair Tutorial: The Messy Top Knot

  Kristin Appenbrink

  27 Jan 2012 | 8:46 am

  Last week I was lucky enough to attend the Altitude Design Summit in Salt Lake City. I spent 3 1/2 days hanging out with some of the most talented design bloggers out there (and I [...]

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• Proenza Schouler’s PS1 leather iPad case is the most glam iPad accessory yet

  meghna

  27 Jan 2012 | 9:41 am

  Proenza Schouler’s PS1collection of high-end handbags, which elevated the humble satchel to previously unknown glamorous heights, were already a huge hit with all the fashionistas. And now Proenza Schouler have expanded the collection to include PS1 leather iPad case. It is a stunning design. It includes a front pocket that snaps close and the quintessential double straps on the front. But the main USP of the product is the colors it comes in. They are a dazzling and bright and fresh. The neon-coral hue is subtle and sophisticated; the black is an all time classic. But the orchid and the…

• Angry Birds – Electronic Handheld Game for people who want to save the battery on their phones

  meghna

  27 Jan 2012 | 9:38 am

  Are your kids so addicted to the Angry Birds game that you barely get to see your phone anymore? In fact, are you so addicted that you keep running out your battery every couple of hours. An easy solution to your problems is the new Angry Birds – Electronic Handheld Game. It is a PSP style handheld game, which runs on batteries. It seems that the makers of angry birds will leave no stone unturned to ensure that you are never too far away from some version of this game for too long. This is a pretty good solution to keep busy on a really long boring road trip. Angry Birds –…

• Barbie Fabulous Glam Video Camera from Digiblue a great gift for the little aspiring photographers

  meghna

  27 Jan 2012 | 9:32 am

  Want to get your Barbie-crazy little girl something really special this birthday? Get her her very own Barbie Fabulous Glam Video Camera from Digiblue. Who knows, it might even be the beginning of her illustrious fashion photographer or movie director career. No one expects the camerawork from a 10 year old to be the best, but this camera still has pretty good features for a device aimed towards children. It is able to film at a 720 x 480 video resolution, takes still photos at 3MP resolution, and can be zoomed up to 4X. It features a 1.4″ LCD flip screen, a slide-out USB connector for easy…

• The super comfy ePillow for iPad

  meghna

  27 Jan 2012 | 9:27 am

  Every new Apple creation always inspires a whole wave of complementary products to go with it. And it is the same story after the release of the iPad 2. But the ePillow for iPad is one of those few products that actually add to the experience of the iPad, and not just trying to tag along on its popularity. Holding the iPad upright for long hours, trying to read a book or watch a movie, can get quite tiresome. You end up propping it on all sorts of surfaces to avoid a twisted wrist. But the ePillow from Veyl Products is an amazing accessory. It is an 18″x11″ suede pillow with a wedge in…

• Disney’s Waterproof and Dustproof Smartphone for Women go on sale in Japan

  meghna

  27 Jan 2012 | 9:24 am

  There is a great market for niche products out there now-a-days, and even companies like Disney recognize the great potential producing their own line of gadgets. The latest in the line of phones by Disney is the DM012SH, which is a Waterproof and Dustproof Smartphone for Women. Disney’s main consumer base is in Japan, so even this phone is designed with a Japanese audience in mind, like including a one-seg mobile wallet. The Smartphone is targeted towards women and teenagers. It sports a design inspired by Mickey Mouse! It comes with unique Mickey Mouse inspired themes, wallpapers and…

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• Heading Toward Menopause, Still Caring About Abortion

  On The Issues

  27 Jan 2012 | 1:24 pm

  By Andrea Plaid, cross-posted at On The Issues Magazine I’m not an aberration because I’m a childless, employed, divorced, college-educated Black cisgender woman — regardless of what the promulgated stereotypes undergirding the media stories about women like me say. At this point in my life — I’m in my early 40s –I’m drumming my fingers waiting for my first hot flash. And I still deeply believe in keeping abortion legal. Even with this profile, statistics about abortion render my realities invisible — which may lead some people to think that I…

• FNTT Season 8, Round 1: the “Nine times out of ten it’s an electric shaver. But every once in a while…” edition

  Jill

  27 Jan 2012 | 11:29 am

  Background on FNTT here. Click through to read this round’s contenders. The usual reminder: Comments below are abusive, insulting and may be triggering. This particular edition is Part 2 of the many, many, many comments left on Feministe after a thoroughly humiliating event that I would be happy to never talk about ever again and wish I could erase from the whole of the internet, but which clearly is going nowhere, and brought out such amazing trolls that it just doesn’t seem fair not to highlight them. The second five are below. 1. Robert Now he’s going to lose his job for…

• FNTT Season 8, Round 1: the Yr Blog Sux! edition

  Jill

  27 Jan 2012 | 11:11 am

  Background on FNTT here. Today’s contenders want to let us know that Feministe is Teh Worst! As usual, the comments below the fold are abusive, insulting and may be triggering. Vote for your favorite below! 1. lamers (email: suckit@gmail.com) you are all retarded. get off your couch and go outside! 2. ron_mahogany (website: menarebetterthanwomen.com) This site sucks. What a bunch of angry hairy lesbians. 3. Ebo All this fuckin site does is bitch bitch bitch about one fuckin dudes joke. get over it and move the fuck on with your life. that site probably got twice the veiws because you…

• FNTT Season 8, Round 1: the “So a girl and a vibrator walk onto a plane…” edition

  Jill

  26 Jan 2012 | 1:18 pm

  Background on FNTT here. Click through to read this round’s contenders. The usual reminder: Comments below are abusive, insulting and may be triggering. This particular edition is just Part 1 of the many, many, many comments left on Feministe after a thoroughly humiliating event that I would be happy to never talk about ever again and wish I could erase from the whole of the internet, but which clearly is going nowhere, and brought out such amazing trolls that it just doesn’t seem fair not to highlight them. The first five are below. 1. Rivethead: So she was mortified that someone…

• So should we just start calling high heels “body modification”?

  Caperton

  26 Jan 2012 | 1:09 pm

  Disclaimer: I’m in heels today, as I am most workdays. They’re really cute Oxford booties, black patent with white topstitching. They’re currently sitting on the floor next to my desk. According to new research, that might not actually be helping. In feminist discussions of high heels, outside of the feminist/not feminist/anti-feminist arguments, the patriarchal influence/free will arguments, and the choosing-of-my-choice, there’s usually at least one point of agreement: Yes, heels screw up your feet. Often yes, heels screw up your feet, but. But I wear them anyway.

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• Guest Blog: Happiness Is The New Success: Why Millennials Are Reprioritizing

  25 Jan 2012 | 10:03 am

  The latest news from Janet Hanson By: Lisa Curtis Originally published on the 85 Broads Forbes.com blog.Now that the ladder of success has been reduced to splinters, the question remains: what does “success” mean in the 21st century and how do we achieve it? There used to be a ladder to success. It was the college→good job→marriage→house→family→cushy retirement. Sure, not everyone made it, there were a few broken rungs near the bottom but that was the guiding light to the good life and enough people made it that it seemed within reach. A few people…

• Guest Blog: "Superheroes of Capitalism" by Erika Karp

  12 Jan 2012 | 4:18 pm

  The latest news from Janet Hanson "Superheroes of Capitalism" By Erika Karp,  Head of Global Sector Research,  UBS Investment Bank In 1978 when the first Superman movie was released, there was an early scene where our as yet unknown superhero saves the American President by serving as a replacement jet engine under the wing of Airforce One.  These days, given the crisis facing capitalism, some might long for real superheroes.  In fact, the other day while I was sitting on a 14 hour Boeing 777-200 flight from Shanghai to New York, I looked out the window…

• Making Science Fun With High-Tech Popsicle Sticks And Pipe Cleaners

  11 Jan 2012 | 11:09 am

  The latest news from Janet Hanson By Angela Haines Originally published on the 85 Broads Forbes.com blog: http://www.forbes.com/sites/85broads/2012/01/10/making-science-fun-with-high-tech-popsicle-sticks-and-pipe-cleaners/ After an accomplished educational background in computer engineering in her native Lebanon, Ayah Bdeir felt she was on the wrong track.  “My parents and teachers always encouraged me to take more and more science because I was good at it, but I really didn’t enjoy it. It seemed too abstract for me; too many equations and formulas.” But then…

• Joanne Wilson: 85 Broads Woman of the New Year!

  2 Jan 2012 | 8:54 am

  The latest news from Janet Hanson Here are 4 awesome reasons why we chose Joanne as our Woman of the New Year! 1)  Her hysterical laugh!  When I see Joanne at the WE Festival in January, I'm going to make a recording of her laugh and store it on my iPhone for dreary winter days when nothing is funny!  It finally dawned on me -- the person who gets the biggest kick out of Joanne's laugh is Joanne!!  How awesome is that?? 2)  Joanne's Gotham Gal blogs: insightful, whimsical, and a daily "must read."   Every time she posts a picture of a food dish…

• A Start-Up Program for Women in Mobile Tech

  22 Dec 2011 | 12:17 pm

  The latest news from Janet Hanson WHAT MAKES ME HAPPY:  Kelly Hoey and Deborah Buresh Jackson met each other through 85 Broads.  The net works!   :) Originally published on WSG Digits blog: http://blogs.wsj.com/digits/2011/12/21/a-start-up-program-for-women-in-mobile-tech/?mod=WSJBlog By: Emily Glazer When it comes to programs that nurture new start-ups, women often don’t make the cut. A new “start-up accelerator” hopes to combat that gender disparity in at least one booming market: mobile technology.Women Innovate Mobile opened its application…

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• Personal Shopper: Lace skirt for Jacqui's engagement photo shoot

  27 Jan 2012 | 2:18 pm

  Jacqui writes: "Hello hello! I have to say, your site gets me through the long afternoons at work - I don't know what I'd do without you guys and your...Visit Outblush for the full post.

• Geometric Rolling Pin

  27 Jan 2012 | 2:08 pm

  Technically this Geometric Rolling Pin ($15 on sale) is for clay or fondant, but who's to say we can't roll out our cookies with this? We think shortbread with a...Visit Outblush for the full post.

• Jeffrey Campbell Carmilla Boot

  27 Jan 2012 | 1:59 pm

  Feeling a little Victorian? We are after re-watching Sweeney Todd. (We needed a Johnny Depp fix!) Maybe that's why we're drooling over the Jeffrey Campbell Carmilla Boot ($204). Though we...Visit Outblush for the full post.

• Nutty Valentine

  27 Jan 2012 | 1:56 pm

  We love the way our husband's offbeat sense of humor (he calls our cold butt cheeks "ass-cicles"), his squirrel-like obsession with nuts (almonds, pistachios, etc.), and his unnatural obsession with...Visit Outblush for the full post.

• Doubtblush: Sula Paint and Peel Nail Polish

  27 Jan 2012 | 1:53 pm

  You may have noticed that we're hardly perpetual rays of sunshine around here, but even so, we seem to spend a lot of our time enthusing about one gewgaw or...Visit Outblush for the full post.

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• Pick Of The Week: Stanley Thermos

  Jamie Peck

  27 Jan 2012 | 5:07 pm

  Hey you! Yeah, you with the cup of shitty bodega coffee and/or $5 Starbucks coffee in your hand. You should get a thermos. It will make your life so much better. Hear me out. I don’t work from an office these days, but when I did, I spent way too much money on coffee (and, on my better rested days, tea) that was simply not very tasty. A big, hot thermos of good coffee brought from home would have made my days at least 10% better. Maybe 20%. My friend Deb recommends this Stanley thermos for all of your thermos needs, because it’s leak proof, well designed, and keeps her miso soup…

• Gallery: Blake Lively And Friends Went Retro Chic For The Launch Of Jason Wu’s Target Line

  Jamie Peck

  27 Jan 2012 | 4:27 pm

  Jason Wu launched his new Target line at New York’s Skylight Soho last night, and a lot of fancy people came. People like 14-year-old actress Chloe Moretz and famed patron of the arts Blake Lively! Most of them were dressed very nicely. Let’s take a look. (Via Getty Images) Related posts: Watch This Cute Video For Jason Wu’s Target Collection Here’s The Complete Jason Wu For Target Lookbook Jason Wu For Target Looks Pretty Great Our First Glimpse Of Jason Wu For Target Post from: TheGloss

• Amy Winehouse’s Family Are Less Than Thrilled About Gaultier’s Spring 2012 Tribute To Their Daughter

  Amanda Chatel

  27 Jan 2012 | 3:45 pm

  Well, you can’t win them all. No matter what you do, there seems to be a 10% factor of those who are going to hate on you. Although fans of Amy Winehouse and Jean Paul Gaultier swooned over his gorgeous Spring 2012 Couture show in Paris this week because it was not only stunning but was devoted to the late singer, her family were none to pleased with his choice. Gaultier’s reason for paying homage Winehouse was, as he told WWD, “I think Amy Winehouse was truly a fashion icon.” Shortly after photos of the collection were posted all over fashion blogs Amy’s father,…

• Middle School Does The Right Thing, Bans Ugg Boots

  Jamie Peck

  27 Jan 2012 | 2:58 pm

  Have you ever wished Ugg boots would just go away? The good folks at Pottstown Middle School in Pottstown, PA have, but unlike most people, they didn’t just fantasize longingly about burning all the students’ Ugg boots in one big bonfire. They fucking got off their asses and did something about it. Okay, so they didn’t actually ban the boots due to fashion concerns, but because students were using them to sneak cell phones into class. Still, it’s a step in the right direction. The ends justify the means. Or is it the other way around in this case? The new policy on…

• Friday Style Icon: Dorothy Parker (With Bonus Obscure-ish Quotes)

  Jennifer Wright

  27 Jan 2012 | 2:56 pm

  A lot of people know that Dorothy Parker was a famous wit. A lot of people don’t know that in her youth, at 4’11, she was also considered a snappy style icon. Another thing a lot of people don’t know? That she and Robert Benchley subscribed to undertaker trade magazines and then cut them up and added jokes to make their own magazine From Grave To Gay! Why is this not a magazine that exists right now? Fine. Change the word “gay”. Fine. Other than that. Why don’t you start it? Why don’t you dress like Dorothy Parker, find a platonic male best friend who…

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  ELLE Dispatch

• From 9 to 5: Piamita’s Cecilia de Sola

  ELLE

  27 Jan 2012 | 4:29 pm

  de Sola with her design Partner, Karla Martinez Ever wonder what a designer does all day? We asked designer, Cecilia de Sola of Piamita, who’s based in Santiago, Chile, to write it all down—on one particularly busy day. 8:00 AM Coffee and papers. This is the bit of time I take each morning to catch up on news, read my blogs, keep up with friends, and deal with any personal things before moving on to work-related matters. 9:00 AM I am at my desk going through emails and my to-do list for the day. We are changing a few things on our website this month so today I am going over layouts…

• Fresh Gets Champagne Inspiration

  Britt Aboutaleb

  27 Jan 2012 | 3:33 pm

  Fresh's Clicquot in the Snow About those gifting suites at Sundance. They offer everything—from Grey Goose cocktails and Ryka sneakers to Burton swag and NineZeroOne Braids, from Moroccan Oil to McCafe cookies with a side of Puma and Patron. Basically, you could eat and groom and drink your way down the strip without spending a dollar. But there was one space that felt like the Bryant Park to the rest of Park City’s Chelsea galleries—the Sorel/Fresh lounge. The Sorel boots are obvious (it didn’t stop snowing for at least 24 hours), but the Fresh products guaranteed a slow and…

• Liam Neeson Only Wrestles Real Wolves

  Mike Banka

  27 Jan 2012 | 2:31 pm

  Photo: Getty Images He stands 6’4″, but once you get past that imposing frame (not easy), the thing that strikes you most about Liam Neeson is his eyes. Soulful Irish eyes. Eyes made for close-ups—which is another way of saying they were made for the movies. Even in repose, as he was whenever he deferred to Joe Carnahan, director of his new movie The Grey, during an interview at NYC’s Parker Meridien hotel, those expressive eyes remained attentive. And whenever he spoke, the conversation took on a different tenor—an Irish tenor—from Carnahan’s lively encomiums…

• Quoted: Inès de la Fressange

  ELLE

  27 Jan 2012 | 1:23 pm

  Photo: L'Oréal Inès de la Fressange, one of L’Oréal’s newest faces, is profiled on Into the Gloss today, and what she says should be required reading (at least once a year) for all girls from the age of 12. Our favorite bits below, but really, read the whole thing. On makeup: “I understood very late that after a while, you have to be a bit comfortable and that people are not looking at you precisely—it’s a general feeling.” On trying too hard: “I think for everything for fashion and decoration, you arrive in these places that have spent a fortune, and…

• Aubrey Plaza’s Ready to Play Bubbly Cheerleader

  Britt Aboutaleb

  27 Jan 2012 | 12:37 pm

  Photo: Getty Images Aubrey Plaza, the stone-faced comedienne who holds her own among TV’s (arguably) best comedic cast on Parks and Recreation, just returned from what was her biggest Sundance yet. The actress was there to promote Safety Not Guaranteed, the film based off that famous 90s personal ad in which someone posted, “Wanted: Somebody to go back in time with me…Must bring your own weapons. Safety not guaranteed. I have only done this once before.” What turned into an Internet meme and favorite late night joke is now a full fledged movie starring Kristen Bell,…

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  Vancouver Doula (...and Slow Birth)

• The challenge of slow birth

  Jacquie Munro

  19 Jan 2012 | 8:56 pm

  I spent today delivering the new Slow Birth doula cards to different practitioners' offices. One supportive physician read the words "slow birth", and laughed - "Some of our doctors won't like that...they're always talking about births that are progressing too slowly!" ...slow...birth...These words might prove challenging for some people. I am an example of Slow Birth. This is my 25th year as a doula, and I will attend my 1000th client's baby's birth this year. And I think maybe, just maybe, I'm starting to understand birth. It has been a slow gradual process. Each birth…

• On Surfing...and Facebook...

  Jacquie Munro

  3 Jan 2012 | 7:45 pm

  Googling during pregnancy can be a big bad scary activity.  For sanity's sake, I encourage clients to avoid general googling of pregnancy topics at this time.  I do, however, encourage clients to become informed about birth, breastfeeding and parenting. How can you filter all the information? My favourite books and research resources are linked on my site, so that's a great place to start.But, another easy way to have a steady flow of current research and opinions and an overview of "best practice" is to "like" some of the great sites below on Facebook. And don't forget to bookmark…

• 12 Times a Day...

  Jacquie Munro

  3 Jan 2012 | 12:18 am

  I have a dilemma...after 24 years as a doula, I'm still trying to discover the best way to help pregnant women have a successful start to breastfeeding. Breastfeeding classes are great, La Leche League meetings are supportive, our talks over months of pregnancy provide continuity, the breastfeeding books are inspiring, kellymom.com and Dr. Jack Newman's videos are linked on my blog. But one client just nailed the problem on the head in a phone call tonight: "It feels like I'm putting the cart before the horse if I try to think about breastfeeding now! I'm trying to finish up at work! I…

• Slow Birth return!

  Jacquie Munro

  15 Nov 2011 | 3:44 pm

  Look who's back at Vancouver Doula ...and Slow Birth! My daughter, Sarah, is returning from her maternity leave to provide doula services to clients, as well as providing additional breastfeeding services. Welcome back!"Born and raised in Vancouver and mentored by my doula mum, Jacquie, I have always been passionate about women's health. Since the age of 4, I have watched my mum care for hundreds of families -- slipping out in the night to attend births, coaching women through breastfeeding struggles, chatting with them over tea about the life changes a baby would bring.  As an…

• I'm back and ready for babies!

  Jacquie Munro

  28 Sep 2011 | 12:26 pm

  I'm back from the land of scarves (Paris) and gelato (Italy), art, churches, sparkling seas and rolling hills...and so many babies!We saw babies in Paris, Tuscany and the Cinque Terre being carried in slings, Ergo carriers, and wraps (so much easier on cobblestone streets than strollers!)...children singing while skipping home for lunch...restaurants welcoming children of all ages...children being greeted and twirled around by Nonnas and Mamas...and many playgrounds tucked into tiny squares.Birth issues seemed to be everywhere...even on Medieval streets...One street in Volterra, Italy, was…

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  CrazyAuntPurl

• Los Angeles at night

  27 Jan 2012 | 3:15 pm

• Raindrops keep falling on my head

  23 Jan 2012 | 5:34 pm

  I love rainy days in Los Angeles. The building next door has tin rain gutters and the sound is surprisingly comforting, like soft southern rain on a barn roof. The bathroom in the hallway has a skylight and the pattering rain there sounds nice, too, though fainter. I amuse myself on rainy days by going to the grocery store and watching people straggle in wearing their pajamas and Ugg boots. There hasn't been much of that lately, though. Since last June we've only had four inches of rain. Today was a nice change, maybe it will rain some more tonight. Other things I like: working (and existing)…

• And then there was the time I pressed that button.

  20 Jan 2012 | 4:28 pm

  Comments have been disabled site-wide in preparation for the upcoming software overhaul. It's not a precursor or a dark foreshadowing of a comment-free future, it's just for a few days. So we don't break anything. (Again.) While prepping my server for the upgrade this morning, guess what happened! I sort of deleted the entire database. Yes, that's right, I pressed a button and *poof* like magic all eight years of writing and cat pictures and navel-gazing and comma splices disappeared. Gone. Finished. Luckily I have a remarkable server company (pair.com, if you need the best hosting on the…

• Rise of the machines

  17 Jan 2012 | 7:12 pm

  The DVR cerebellum is mighty. Somewhere along the line my Tivo developed a brain of its own and grew wise and now outranks me in IQ. Proof? A few weeks ago it spontaneously decided on its own to stop recording The Real Housewives of Beverly Hills. While I still plod along in my human toil, looking forward to my trashy hour of Kyle and Kim and Vanderliciousness, my Tivo grew a brain and decided to stop watching the show. Out of contempt for me, perhaps, the Tivo still has the show on its season pass list. Yet nary an episode has been recorded in two months. I have had to catch up on my trash…

• Bold

  12 Jan 2012 | 4:11 pm

  Oh Magique! Are you a stripper? A sparkling body spray? A purveyor of magic tricks? A master of disguise? So many questions! So little time at the red light.

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  Sizzle Says

• Fashion Forward 6

  Sizzle

  27 Jan 2012 | 12:57 pm

  I’ve been participating in a 10 day fashion challenge over at Freckles in April’s blog. Each day she gives us a prompt and we use that to build our outfit around. Day 1: Layering I’m not big on layering. Let me say this plainly- bigger girls don’t look to add padding. Plus, I mostly wear dresses so the whole layering a t-shirt with a button up shirt with a sweater thing wasn’t going to work for me as I don’t have a lot of that in my wardrobe. (Dress: Target, Belt: Target, Vest: Thrifted, Tights: Unknown, Boots, DSW, Awesomeness: All Me (JK)) Day 2:…

• Romantic Gestures

  Sizzle

  24 Jan 2012 | 10:20 am

  This post is inspired by my friend’s blog post about surprise gifts from would-be suitors. Her teenage son received a heart shaped pizza with an invitation that read, “I know this is cheesy but will you go to Sweetheart with me?” I mean COME ON! How adorable is that? Pizza and an invitation to a dance? I sincerely hope he said yes.  She also shares a couple of romantic moments from her past (Please go read the whole post!) and it got me thinking about some from mine. I was dating The Tomato in high school. There was a TV show we watched called Anything But Love that starred…

• I Ate My Way Through SnOMG 2012

  Sizzle

  23 Jan 2012 | 9:44 am

  Same street with 3 days in between shots. The snow has nearly all melted and I can’t say I am sorry to see it go. Being home-bound for 3 days was a bit crazy making. We watched a lot of movies and I basically cooked the entire contents of our kitchen. No. Seriously! Here’s what I made: Peanut butter & chocolate chip cookies- delicious, dangerously delicious Oatmeal coconut cookies- mmm good (too good!) Chicken Curry- I didn’t love this recipe. It lacked flavor. Next time I will try this one. Cheddar-Beer Soup- very beer-y but Mr. Darcy liked it Crusty bread- always good…

• Thanks for the music, Etta James

  Sizzle

  20 Jan 2012 | 10:57 am

  I heard the news today that one of my music idols, Etta James, passed away. I’m so grateful to her for the music she made. Her legacy will live on through her songs. Personally, I will never forget the time I saw her live. It was almost 3 years ago to the day actually. I’m reposting that story here in her memory. Jan. 29th, 2009 Let me just state for the record that I adore Etta James. I L-O-V-E her. Many of you might know her for her famous song, “At Last”, which you’ve probably danced to at one or twelve weddings  or heard in a movie. But that’s not even her best song…

• It’s Snow Big Deal

  Sizzle

  19 Jan 2012 | 10:18 am

  I’m writing to you on my second snow day in a row, trapped in our apartment. The stir-crazies have not yet kicked in but that could be thanks to the cooking and baking and reading and movie-watching and cleaning I have done. I like to keep busy. I hear that our weather has made it past local news so you probably know that yesterday Seattle was dumped some 4-8 inches of snow, more in outer-lying areas. There were absolutely no flakes when we went to bed Thursday night and I asked Mother Nature to deliver snow because I really wasn’t feeling like working. Selfish, yes. And then when…

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  MGH Center for Women's Mental Health

• PPHN and SSRIs: Yet Another Study

  MGH Center for Women's Mental Health

  26 Jan 2012 | 4:43 pm

  A few weeks after the FDA called into question the association between SSRI exposure and persistent pulmonary hypertension of the newborn or PPHN, BMJ published another article supporting an increased risk of PPHN among infants exposed to SSRIs in utero. This large study is similar to the studies published by Kallen and colleagues using the [...]

• Depression in Women: Is There a Role for Vitamin D?

  MGH Center for Women's Mental Health

  24 Jan 2012 | 10:55 am

  Sources of vitamin D include sunlight (ultraviolet B, or UVB, rays), dietary intake, and supplements.  Sunlight is the main source of human vitamin D.  Vitamin D refers to different forms of a steroid hormone.   Vitamin D3 (also called 1, 25-dihydroxycholecalciferol or calcitriol) is produced by the body when ultraviolet light (in the form of UV [...]

• SSRIs and PPHN: The FDA Revises Its Warning

  MGH Center for Women's Mental Health

  17 Jan 2012 | 1:29 pm

  In 2006, Chambers and colleagues published an article in the New England Journal of Medicine linking SSRI use during late pregnancy to an increased risk of persistent pulmonary hypertension in the newborn (PPHN).   Based on these findings, the “Usage in Pregnancy” section on the labels for SRRI antidepressants was updated to include the following warning: “Infants exposed [...]

• PTSD and Pregnancy

  MGH Center for Women's Mental Health

  20 Dec 2011 | 8:43 am

  Understanding posttraumatic stress disorder (PTSD) during pregnancy is important given that PTSD is relatively common and persistent in nature.  PTSD will occur in approximately 10% of women in their lifetime, with one-third of episodes lasting more than five years.  Given the relatively high prevalence of PTSD in young women and the chronic nature of the [...]

• Clinical Case: Would You Use Gabapentin (Neurontin) During Pregnancy?

  MGH Center for Women's Mental Health

  13 Dec 2011 | 4:22 pm

  Ms. P is a 32-year-old married woman who presented for consultation regarding the use of medication during pregnancy.  She had been taking fluoxetine (Prozac) 20 mg for many years for the treatment of recurrent major depression and generalized anxiety.  In addition, she was prescribed gabapentin (Neurontin) for sleep. During the consultation, we reviewed the risks [...]

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  Health - iVillage

• Discrimination Seems to Harm Health Regardless of Race

  HealthDay

  27 Jan 2012 | 4:00 pm

  FRIDAY, Jan. 27 (HealthDay News) -- Discrimination can be a threat to health, according to a new study that included both blacks and whites.

• Too Much Fructose Sweetener Tied to Heart Risks in Teens

  HealthDay

  27 Jan 2012 | 4:00 pm

  FRIDAY, Jan. 27 (HealthDay News) -- Teens who consume large amounts of the food and beverage sweetener fructose show evidence of cardiovascular disease and diabetes risk in their blood, a new study finds.

• Students Report Playing Dangerous 'Choking Game'

  HealthDay

  27 Jan 2012 | 3:00 pm

  FRIDAY, Jan. 27 (HealthDay News) -- The "choking game" has been played by nearly one in seven students who were surveyed at a Texas university, a new study finds.

• Native Americans May Have Trekked From Siberia

  HealthDay

  27 Jan 2012 | 1:00 pm

  FRIDAY, Jan. 27 (HealthDay News) -- The earliest Native Americans may have originated in a tiny mountainous region in southern Siberia called the Altai, according to anthropologists.

• Employer in Texas Taking Stand Against Smoking

  27 Jan 2012 | 12:58 pm

  An employer in North Texas is taking a strong stand against smoking.

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  Scale Junkie Weight Loss Blog

• The Best Meals Happen At Home Publix Gift Card Giveaway

  26 Jan 2012 | 6:23 am

  Publix does it again!  They've launched another savings special called The Best Meals Happen at Home with savings up to $200 and shared tasty FASTastic and easy recipes. Chipotle Ranch Taco Salad...its whats for dinner at my house tonight. In conjunction with this special promotion, I'm giving away a $25 Publix gift card! Keep Reading

• Healthy You Challenge Week 4, 2012

  23 Jan 2012 | 8:52 pm

  Hi everyone! How did you do with your goals last week? I ended up doing great with my goal to stay hydrated. This weeks goal is to increase exercise...but I'm baby stepping this one. I'm not going to start doing X amount per day and then beat myself up when I don't stay with it. I'm going to do a reasonable amount of exercise or some active outing each day. What do you have planned this week?

• One slip is not the end of the world

  19 Jan 2012 | 7:01 am

  I’ve been blogging a while, dieting a lot longer. Historically this is the week where people start to give up. Maybe the first two weeks of the new year the scale really dropped and you felt great and then this week the scale didn’t move as much. Or maybe your willpower started to show signs of cracks. That food that couldn’t tempt you back in week 1 might start to look just a bit better. Or maybe worse, maybe you’ve CHEATED and you think it’s the end of the world, why bother, I’ll just stay fat and unhealthy, it doesn’t really matter anyhow, blahdiddy blah blah blah…STOP THAT…

• Healthy You Challenge Week 3, 2012

  16 Jan 2012 | 7:17 pm

  Hi everyone! I hope you're having a great week. I've noticed that its around about now that people start to lose their diet mojo. Quite often we see such great results on the scale the first few weeks of the new year that when it starts to slow down we get discourage and eventually quit. I'm here to tell you right now...don't do it! Every step towards better health, no matter how small is a step in the right direction. This week my small step is going to be to focus on staying hydrated. What is your small step of the week?

• Mid month round up and the book I've been reading

  15 Jan 2012 | 5:25 pm

  I'm trying to get back into the swing of life after a rough couple of years and so far so good. I've started by taking charge of my life and health. You know once I stopped taking Zyrec it was like this huge fog of depression just melted away and I felt like me again...unfortunately I hadn't made much progress with my health and weight loss goals and as I mentioned before I had completely put my head in the sand with my pre-diabetes diagnosis and most likely sent myself into full blown diabetes.When I decided to take control I started researching and found out that Diane Kress was releasing a…

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  Empty Nest Blog

• Back to School

  Natalie Caine

  13 Jan 2012 | 6:17 pm

  Parents packed up their college kids, again, and said goodbye, after a great winter break together.  Our support group shared that even though they have done this before, tears still fell.  Some said they held back tears, while others just didn't want to stop the sudden drop.  All were grateful to be sitting together, sharing their stories and hope for, what's next.  Reflection of what worked, what was unrealistic, and what was a challenge, is an ongoing journey.  Now they hope to get into nature for easy hikes and ponder their new role as parents and as women.

• Transition of a New Year

  Natalie Caine

  3 Jan 2012 | 6:31 pm

    I said I would use lotion during the dry winter and I didn't.  I did say out loud what really matters to me this year of 2012.   I did write a list of my strengths and challenges.  I wrote who I am grateful for and who I am no longer interested in, which sounds so cold when I write it, but it is true for now.     I am beginning, while reflecting. I feel a little on tilt.  I am excited about 2012, partially because I love newness.      Here is a thought for you: What do you want to say to yourself?   -  I…

• How to Get In Trouble

  Natalie Caine

  19 Dec 2011 | 11:25 am

  If you don't call on the holidays, you don't get the love. A mom shared with me that she makes too many excuses for her kids not calling during the holidays.  They are busy.  They are kids who of course forget.  Do you make excuses for your kids during the holidays?  One year she called them so she wouldn't be resentful.  Now she wants to let that go.  Her decision was, if they don't call, I will not extend this year.  Does the age of the kids matter?   Her children are in their late twenties and won't be home for the holidays.  Are you…

• You're wearing that for the Holidays?

  Natalie Caine

  16 Dec 2011 | 3:38 pm

  When do mothers stop directing, by the judging eye or words, about what their children are wearing? "Put on some lipstick, you look pale. Your shoes are filthy. Don't you have an iron?  You can't wear jeans to Aunt Kelly's." What words have you heard about how you dress during holiday gatherings?Is it a dress up time or not in your family? You know, and if you still want some advice, ASK the host, which could be your mom or dad; do you care what I wear this year?  Why have your holiday stressed by how you look.  Ask. You can send a text or email first. Have fun,Natalie Natalie…

• Tips For Meditation

  Natalie Caine

  13 Dec 2011 | 6:55 pm

  Last thing you think of doing when in a transition and feeling out of control is to meditate. Yet, a voice nags at you saying, "It could help." I am asked during workshops and private sessions, "How do I meditate when I am so restless?"  My answer may surprise you.  ...Close your eyes and simply get quiet. I put myself in a place where I AM HERE NOW WITH MYSELF.   I am breathing. I am sinking down within myself.    Some quiet times are soft, relaxing, and others, restless. Believe it or not, it is easier for me to say yes to meditating, when I am, "Praying"…

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  BettyConfidential.com: Latest Articles

• Hot Links! Cynthia Nixon Wants to Start a Fight With You

  Nalissa Cuthbert

  27 Jan 2012 | 12:57 pm

  Plus: High fashion cupcakes, Valentine's Day lingerie for every relationship, and more! Read Heidi Klum’s pre-separation interview with InStyle, where she chats about high blood pressure and bodyguards. (The Berry) Are you married to your job and wondering how to multi-task dating?...

• Fall in Love with Benefits Hello Oxygen Flawless Wow Base

  PJ Gach

  27 Jan 2012 | 12:30 pm

  Benefit Cosmetics' first ever liquid foundation is a breath of fresh air!   Who hasn’t fallen in love with Benefit’s super cute packaging? Who hasn’t made their lippies, mascaras, Benetint and other products part of their daily regimen? Well, there’s a new girl in...

• Geek Girl: Was Popcorn The First Food?

  Lucia Peters and PJ Gach

  27 Jan 2012 | 9:33 am

  Elephants get contact lenses, 'Star Wars' fan films, super sharks and more.   It’s been an interesting week here at Geek Girl. One dedicated guy is attempting to create a family tree for everyone within the world of J.R.R Tolkien's Middle-Earth, someone wants to use bees...

• Pat Sajak and Vanna White Used to Do 'Wheel of Fortune' Drunk

  Lucia Peters

  27 Jan 2012 | 9:00 am

  Pat Sajak just admitted in an interview that he and Vanna White used to do ‘Wheel of Fortune’ drunk way back in the day. Bring on the margaritas! I love later stage celebs. They’re always willing to admit the most hilarious things about their early careers. Like this, for example: In a recent interview on the ESPN 2 show Dan Le Batard Is...

• Makeunder Faceoff: Which 'Jersey Shore' Star Looks Best Without Makeup?

  Lucia Peters

  27 Jan 2012 | 8:08 am

  Snooki, Sammi, JWoww, and Deena have all be ditching their layers of makeup recently. Who pulls the look off best? So there seems to be this wacky trend going around the cast of Jersey Shore lately where for some strange reason, they’ve all started leaving behind the mountains of self-tanner, clouds of...

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  Twenty Four at Heart

• What Now Brown Cow?

  Twenty Four At Heart

  28 Jan 2012 | 2:01 am

  It was so refreshing to be out in the “countryside” last weekend. I’m so accustomed to the beach, the mountains, the canyons …. California Cows Are Happy Cows – or, at least, that’s what our dairy farmer ads say! I’ve always had a “thing” for cows. They have long (!!) pretty eyelashes. It was so nice to see so many cows (and their babies!) while we were driving from vineyard to vineyard.

• Follow-Up Friday

  Twenty Four At Heart

  27 Jan 2012 | 2:01 am

  Wow, I’ve really overbooked myself lately. I should know better, but apparently I don’t. (I think I’m having time management problems with physical therapy back in my life three days each week.) Also, as much fun as I’ve had - Being out of town for three days (four if you include yesterday), really put me behind in so many ways. Rusack Vineyards – taken from inside the tasting room. Friday seems like a great day for some random follow-up, so here goes: •  Thank you for all the visits/purchases from my new photo site.  You’re awesome.  I do, randomly,…

• The Bacara Resort: A Room With a View

  Twenty Four At Heart

  26 Jan 2012 | 2:01 am

  *I’m up in L.A. today meeting with a famous screenwriter, my friend Neil.* I promised a few photos of my hotel room from my recent trip to Bacara Resort, north of Santa Barbara. These aren’t great photos from a photography stand point – just quick snapshots I took prior to running out to the beach. By the way, the beach by Bacara is not a great one.  The resort itself is very nice – the beach is meh.  (I’m just mentioning that in case any of you are planning a visit in the future.  The Bacara is a great place to get away, to be pampered, to enjoy the pools…

• Glimpses of a Fun, Fun, Weekend

  Twenty Four At Heart

  25 Jan 2012 | 2:01 am

  I wanted to share a few glimpses of my fun weekend up the California coast. I haven’t had time to go through all the photos yet, but … Ventura Highway – where the nights are stronger than moonshine. Pardon my singing.  I’ve been humming Ventura Highway since last Friday when I took the above photo out my front windshield. (It’s okay – Briefcase was driving and he’s used to my camera shutter clicking while he drives.) Picnic table at El Capitan State Park. The weather was so beautiful when we first arrived in Santa Barbara on Friday.  A storm rolled…

• An Endless Journey

  Twenty Four At Heart

  24 Jan 2012 | 2:01 am

  *  I wanted to take a moment and thank all of you who have placed orders for Moxxor.  It’s a product I really believe in.  I hope you feel its benefits too! * I’m kind of (very much!) a mess today. As it turns out, if some random physical therapist gets certain parts of your body to start moving - And those parts of your body haven’t moved in nearly six years - It will be a (very!) good thing - Even though, initially, it hurts like hell. Was that the longest sentence ever?? I’m definitely making progress with The Neanderthal, But – damn! Breathing hurts right…

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  moosh in indy.

• (big babble) dining, lice-ing, losing and photographing

  caseymullins

  27 Jan 2012 | 1:10 pm

  I taught Addie the importance of the 24 hour diner in her life. A girl and her furry brown cat. It's so lice to see you go! (Alternately titled, the extremes we went to in order to rid our life of lice.) How to prepare your child for getting lost. (Because like it or not, they're going to get lost at some point.) Photographing a child in CONSTANT MOTION. It isn't always pretty, but it sure is accurate.

• (baby babble) reset, redo and regurgitate

  caseymullins

  27 Jan 2012 | 1:00 pm

  Ever have one of those days where you wished you could just CTRL+ALT+Z your entire life? Me too. Take comfort, that starlet probably has spit up in her Spanx. Vivi's 3rd week in 7 more photos. Peri Bottle vs. Giant Mug with Bendy Straw. Who wins? Cody jumped into the shower fully clothed. Find out why we both cried 'uncle' Monday night. Looking for a new product to replace California Baby? Why I'm brand loyal to Dolphin Organics.

• I got a 32 on my ACT but that’s not the point.

  Casey

  25 Jan 2012 | 9:21 pm

  (For those of you who are not from Indy, could care less about social media and/or the Super Bowl, please bear with me, I plan to get very philosophical towards the end.) Through a very convoluted process, 46 people in Indiana were invited to be a part of a group to help promote the Super Bowl in Indianapolis. I didn’t think much of it, I saw one passive aggressive tweet here, one snarky response there…then I started to look into it. I’ll admit, when I found out the group was selected using Klout, I was a little confused. While Klout may be considered a bit of a joke in the…

• story pictures. story words.

  Casey

  22 Jan 2012 | 10:01 pm

  Don’t try to figure out what other people want to hear from you; figure out what you have to say. It’s the one and only thing you have to offer. ~ Barbara Kingsolver I looked out at the class I taught in church today, a room filled with about 20 women of different ages and backgrounds. I doubt many of them are familiar with what I do, let alone do it themselves. I told them there is validity in all of their stories and that they need to tell them. To each other, to themselves, to their children, to strangers…they never know when their story will touch someone or bring…

• the third seven days.

  Casey

  21 Jan 2012 | 9:39 pm

  sunday. monday. tuesday. wednesday. thursday. friday. saturday. (Ignore the lice and this week was tops.) Vivi’s third week in 7 different photos on babble. see the first seven days here. second seven days here. Copyright © 2012 moosh in indy.. This Feed is for personal non-commercial use only. If you are not reading this material in your news aggregator, the site you are looking at is guilty of copyright infringement. Please contact mooshinindy (at) gmail (dot) com so we can take legal action immediately.Plugin by Taragana

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  Blogger For Hire

• Airports

  MomGrind

  24 Jan 2012 | 1:00 pm

  Airports are strange places, I think as I stand in front of the gate waiting for my father to arrive. His flight is not the only flight to arrive this early afternoon, and a flood of people is coming through the gate. Faces, strange faces, blur into each other, all looking the same. They are special to someone, I'm sure, each of them possessing the ability to light up the face of a few loved ones. But they are strangers to me, and they are annoying because the human clutter they create interferes with my ability to locate my father in the crowd. © All rights reserved. This post is from…

• At Some Point, You Just Stop Reading This Crap

  MomGrind

  16 Jan 2012 | 9:00 pm

  I was bored, what can I say. I stopped buying women's magazines years ago, but when you sit at the hair salon getting a haircut, it's either staring at your familiar, boring face as the stylist works, or picking a magazine and reading it. I chose the latter, and as I was reading, leafing through page after page, I was thinking, how can so much crap fit into one magazine? Of course I had to share it with you, so despite horrified glances from the stylist, I started taking pictures. Here it is - a thoroughly depressing collection of ads and editorials, aimed at women, from one of the top…

• My Life Is Kinda Boring

  MomGrind

  4 Jan 2012 | 6:00 am

  A week in Buenos Aires makes you realize just how boring your life in a quiet San Francisco suburb is. Of course, I love my life - I have stated so plenty of times on this blog - but my life IS kinda boring when compared with the intense energy of a big, vibrant, bustling, never-quite-asleep South American city. Buenos Aires is a beautiful city, but I'll spare you the photos of landmarks and monuments. Much more interesting is the street art and the graffiti - the city is basically covered in graffiti, some of it beautiful, some of it, not so much. It is also one of the dirtiest cities I have…

• The Cleaning People Stole From Us – Plus Inevitable Thoughts on Human Nature

  MomGrind

  3 Jan 2012 | 6:00 am

  That morning, in addition to sweet, reliable M. and E. that usually clean our house, we had two male trainees in the house. They greeted me as I left the house to run a few errands. When I returned home, the house was clean and fragrant. I smiled to myself. It's so good to come back to a clean house! Later that night, we found out that my daughter's Nintendo DSi was missing. It wasn't in its designated basket in the living room, where I had put it that morning. It was nowhere in the house, and as we were frantically searching, I suddenly remembered the two strange men and there it was- the…

• Great Expectations

  MomGrind

  21 Dec 2011 | 3:00 pm

  The first night of Hanukkah was beautiful - candles shining bright in the Menorah, delicious potato latkes and Hanukkah jelly doughnuts, saying the blessings and singing together. Family time at its best and just as I had envisioned. © All rights reserved. This post is from MomGrind and cannot be republished without express written permission. MomGrind ® is a registered trademark of VDL, Inc. Great Expectations

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  contented me

• happy new year!

  4 Jan 2012 | 10:28 am

  I am s l o w l y getting myself back in the routine after such a nice, refreshing break. All the Christmas stuff is put away, and I'm trying to find homes for the many new toys for the Twinkies. (A toy purge is definitely in the works.) All in all, our holiday was just lovely. How was yours?Of course with a new year comes the chance to reflect on what's passed and to plan for my future. Here are a few things on my list for '12:find a new yoga class.learn how to (properly) use my camera.wear heels more often. (like these!)plan weekly date nights with the hubs.eat fresher. eat greener.work on…

• a pretty place

  21 Dec 2011 | 2:36 pm

  Loving this little cabin in the snow...

• holiday gifting: gals

  20 Dec 2011 | 1:30 pm

  There's still time! (Yes, I'm talking to you, Procrastinators.) Just a few ideas for the ladies... (gloves)(initial ring; drawer liner; pouch; earrings; bangle)(calendar)

• holiday gifting: guys

  15 Dec 2011 | 8:25 am

  Only 10 shopping days left! Some gift ideas for the guys on your lists...(down sweater)(Clockwise from left: mug; salts; book; sneakers; bag)(wooden alarm clock)(sweater)(Clockwise from top left: watch; tie; socks; card holder)(flannel shirt)Tell me -- are you done with your shopping already? I'm about 80% there. Just looking for a few more things to wrap up my list for the year. Phew... it's exhausting!xo, Kristin

• christmas decorating

  14 Dec 2011 | 9:01 am

  My love for the season only grows as I peek around the web...These are just a small collection of my favorites, and it is without doubt that I could actually get lost for days just looking at all the inspiration there is out there. (Images from top: glitter deer; peace joy love pillows; wood & wool tree; christmas block letters; felt ball wreath; twinkle tree and fireside chairs; champagne cooler; wish flags.)

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  Viva la Feminista

• 2012 Blog for Choice Day

  22 Jan 2012 | 10:00 am

  I know I'm supposed to be talking about 2012 elections today, but today I am in Mexico on the first full day of the Nobel Women's Initiative's delegation. And yes, I wrote this before I left...But I must reflect on my thoughts about being in Mexico on Roe v. Wade Day. According to the Guttmacher Institute, the number of unsafe abortions around the world are on the rise. Abortions are unsafe when performed by unskilled people and/or under unsanitary conditions. Here in the USA, I am sure we still have back alley abortions. But I think we consider them last resort or hope they are mostly a…

• Andele Feministas!

  20 Jan 2012 | 10:00 am

  I'm off to Mexico tomorrow! I'll return home on January 31st. Until then, you can find me at the Nobel Women's Initiative's delegation blog, Twitter feed, Facebook page and perhaps even their Flickr site. I am a torn feminista. I am so excited that I'm sick to my stomach about meeting the wonderful women I'll be traveling with, the courageous women we will meet and seeing the beautiful countries we will visit. I am weighed down with the burden that I know this trip will leave me with. This is a fact-finding mission. Meaning we will be doing a lot of listening to women who have lived through…

• According to Honda, your life ends with marriage & the baby carriage

  17 Jan 2012 | 11:00 am

  Have you seen Honda's new ad campaign? It's called "The Leap List" and I guess the reason I didn't get a pitch about it is that I'm an old married mother. Far past the apparent target audience for "The Leap List." It's a rip off from the old idea of having a bucket list, but instead of making a list of things to do before you die, it's asking pepole to make a list of awesome things to do before making a big leap in life. Two leaps that Honda thinks you should make lists about? Babies and marriage. Take a look: So what do we learn here? That men will be restricted from doing awesome things…

• CFP: Stay at Home Mothers: An International Perspective

  16 Jan 2012 | 4:00 pm

  CALL FOR PAPERS Demeter Press is seeking submissions for an edited collection Stay at Home Mothers: An International Perspective Editors: Elizabeth Reid Boyd and Gayle Letherby  DEADLINE FOR ABSTRACTS: June 1, 2012!   Stay at home mothers and the 'mommy wars' are a continuing phenomenon worldwide. This book will be the first international edited collection exploring debates and issues surrounding mothers returning to/staying at home from a variety of countries and perspectives. Stay-at home mothering remains a significant social and gender trend. Over the last decades, there…

• GIVEAWAY: Witches, Wizards, Spells and Elves: The Magic of Shakespeare

  13 Jan 2012 | 12:00 pm

  Witches, Wizards, Spells and Elves: The Magic of Shakespeare  by Bruce Adolphe featuring performers from The Chicago Chamber Musicians and CST in Chicago Shakespeare’s Courtyard Theater January 21 and 22, 2012 at 10:00 and 11:30 a.m. Viva la Feminista is happy to offer one lucky reader  four (4) tickets to next weekend's Witches, Wizards, Spells and Elves: The Magic of Shakespeare. Theatrical magic and musical masters blend to draw young audiences into the performing arts in an hour-long family concert. Chicago Shakespeare actors and The Chicago Chamber Musicians bring together…

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  WIMN's Voices: A Group Blog on Women, Media, AND…

• Vigil-aunties beware!

  ajoseph

  27 Jan 2012 | 8:58 am

  A recent report in <strong><em>The New York Times</em></strong>, <a href="http://www.nytimes.com/2012/01/27/world/asia/for-many-in-pakistan-a-television-show-goes-too-far.html?_r=1&#038;pagewanted=all">For Many in Pakistan, a Television Show Goes Too Far</a>, flags a raging controversy that "could well be the beginning of a media consumer rights movement" in the country

• Media coverage of tortured Afghan girl: Did journalists do more harm?

  GuestBlogger

  20 Jan 2012 | 2:36 pm

  By guest blogger Jessica Mack If you don’t know who Sahar Gul is, sadly, you can Google her name and find dozens of images of her young and badly beaten face. She is a 15-year-old Afghan girl who was recently rescued by police from her in-laws’ basement, where she’d been imprisoned and tortured for nearly a [...]

• Best Thing on the Internet Today: #SOPA author is an online pirate!

  jpozner

  19 Jan 2012 | 12:10 am

  Now that it is well past midnight EST and I&#8217;m no longer keeping new content off of WIMN&#8217;s Voices as part of the SOPA Strike against online censorship, I can finally post my favorite thing on the Internet on Jan. 18. Hipster puppies? A perennial favorite, but no. A video of the Muppets edited to [...]

• Fake News: Tell the FCC You Demand a Searchable Public Database

  GuestBlogger

  22 Dec 2011 | 12:22 pm

  By Guest Blogger Libby Reinish A media watchdog sent us this video of Wisconsin station&#160;WLUK&#160;passing off an AT&#38;T advertisement as news: It sounds crazy, but passing an infomercial off as a news story is legal as long as stations disclose the paid pieces at the end of the program. But a lot of stations don’t even manage that: [...]

• VIDEO: Jennifer L. Pozner Discusses AT&T/T-Mobile Merger Defeat on “The Big Picture” with Thom Hartmann

  jpozner

  21 Dec 2011 | 1:55 pm

  On Monday, I shared the happy news with you that the proposed AT&#038;T/T-Mobile merger &#8212; which Women In Media &#038; News and many other media activist organizations had actively opposed &#8212; was officially dead. And last night, I spent the first night of Chanukah on &#8220;The Big Picture&#8221; with Thom Hartmann, explaining how the festival [...]

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  Women on Business

• Lessons from J.C. Penney

  Leona Charles

  27 Jan 2012 | 8:45 am

  Earlier this week, J.C. Penney announced that it was going to undergo a major overhaul in the way it does business and communicates with its customers. As we watch this change unfold and wait for customer reactions, here are some of the more positive things business owners can pull from the strategy. Simplify, Simplify Simplify This is the best part of the strategy, even though the J.C. Penney strategy is really not simple. They have a three tags system: red for everyday low prices, white for monthly value and a blue tag for the cheapest price. What is simple is creating a normal price tag…

• 3 Benefits of Having an Irresistible Website

  Jess Webb

  26 Jan 2012 | 9:29 am

  Having a website that is irresistible can make a huge difference for you and your business. In fact, I would even say that it’s vital for your website to be absolutely irresistible, and without that your site is not going to be as effective as it’s meant to be. So why does your website need to be irresistible? Here are 3 benefits that you will see when you have an irresistible website: 1. Attract Your Ideal Customers Having an irresistible website will help you to attract customers. And get this, it will not just help you to attract ANY customers, but will attract your ideal customers,…

• Women, Leadership, Self-Care, and BLUE MONDAY

  Sylvia Lafair

  23 Jan 2012 | 9:46 am

  You wake up Monday morning, pour yourself a glass of orange juice, and get breakfast ready for your clan. Off to the office, you battle the traffic, thinking about how to tell your rebel employee that there have been complaints about his behavior. You dread the meeting and yet know it can’t wait. Pulling into the parking lot you feel a wave of frustration, seeing that someone has parked in your reserved spot and the rain is now coming down in buckets. Glad there is an umbrella on the back seat, you make a run for it hugging folders from last night’s homework close to your chest. The…

• Thank You Ma’am

  Leona Charles

  20 Jan 2012 | 8:30 am

  Last night I read a wonderful article in Entrepreneur about giving praise to your staff. It was wonderfully written, but I thought the article was missing the most important element of praising your staff-sincerity. So with that in mind I wanted to highlight the reasons why sincerity should be included in your praise package. A sincere thank you is a million times better than a well-crafted one. I agree that there are certain guidelines you should follow for keeping a thank you short and sweet, but ultimately if it isn’t sincere it isn’t going to make a difference.  The key to a great…

• Be Irresistible from the Inside Out (because even your online presence starts with YOU)

  Jess Webb

  19 Jan 2012 | 8:42 am

  I talk a lot about how to be irresistible online, to attract your ideal customers and make more money. But the fact is that most of us really don’t feel very irresistible, and it can feel like a big stretch to imagine ourselves actually being irresistible to potential customers. If you don’t feel irresistible inside and out, then it’s going to be difficult to figure out how to be irresistible online. Because even your online presence and marketing has to start with YOU. And if you’re not feeling it, the people who come in contact with you are going to pick up on that. Harness the…

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  Corporette

• Weekend Open Thread

  Kat

  27 Jan 2012 | 1:36 pm

  Something on your mind? Chat about it here. Cutouts are one of the major trends I’m seeing right now, and while I feel like they’re often too sexy for the office, I really like them for the weekend. This circular blouse from Emerson Thorpe (available in a zillion different colors!) looks like it hits the perfect slouchy sexy note. It’s $190 at Singer22. (There are some lower priced options here and here). Cut Out Shoulder Circular Top in Many Colors – designed by Emerson Thorpe (L-4)

• Weekly News Update

  Kat

  27 Jan 2012 | 11:30 am

  Liking these posts? Follow us on Twitter or like us on Facebook — this is the edited version of what we’re reading! (We also Tweet if we hear about a good sale through our CorporetteDeals Twitter feed.) - Slate has an interesting article on clothing sizes. - Both AlreadyPretty and Lisa from Privilege discuss how to step outside your sartorial comfort zone. - Lucky rounds up the 10 things you still can’t purchase online. - The Careerist calls BS on Working Mother‘s list of Top 15 Jobs You Can Do From Home.  Meanwhile, Jezebel shares their take on a CNN story about how working…

• Frugal Friday’s TPS Report: Seam-Pocket Jacket

  Kat

  27 Jan 2012 | 8:33 am

  Our daily TPS reports suggest one piece of work-appropriate attire in a range of prices. I look terrible in beige, which is why I’m always amazed at how much mileage I’ve gotten out of beige jackets that I’ve bought (usually on deep discount, such as this one) to keep at the office. I’ve worn them with brown, and they almost always go great with hard-to-match colors in summery blouses or dresses. This one (part of The Limited’s sale) was $138, but is now marked to $29.99. (The dark charcoal version is also on sale for $54.99, and there are matching beige pants…

• Coffee Break – Bow Valley Rosa

  Kat

  26 Jan 2012 | 2:27 pm

  While this handbag is littler than I’d like, it’s lovely — ladylike and feminine without, I think, crossing the line.  I’m a fan of the black-on-black version, but I’ve pictured the equally cute black-on-taupe version as well.  (There is a hot pink-on-hot pink version, for the Elle Woods-types among us.)  It’s now $297 (was $425) at KateSpade.com. Bow Valley Rosa (L-2)

• The Blue-Collar Husband

  Kat

  26 Jan 2012 | 1:19 pm

  Do people look down on professional women whose husbands have “blue collar” jobs? Reader C worries about her fiance, a mechanic… My question is this: I am an aspiring law student who comes from a poor background. I really have no idea how educated people *truly* look at those who have less of an education than them. I am looking at T14 law schools and am very excited, with hopes for southern Biglaw (Richmond, VA). My fiance is a mechanic – he loves his career and would not change it for the world, however, I am worried – will my colleagues judge me because of…

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  DuchessOmnium - Island to island

• Austerity

  Duchess

  20 Jan 2012 | 7:13 am

  Saturday Long delayed winter has finally come, and the fire is the one chore I cannot neglect. Every few days I heave a 25 kg bag of coal from the roof, carry it the 62 ft length of the boat and drag it onto the covered section of the bow. From there I shovel up several scuttlefuls of coal a day, and, kneeling in front of the stove, pull the riddling arm, fast in and out, in and out. When the grate is clear I swap new black nuggets for the dusty, grey ash. It is my third winter on the boat and the bags feel heavier than they used to. I’m older than most of the people I know living on…

• That powerless feeling

  Duchess

  16 Jan 2012 | 5:53 pm

  I arrived back on Pangolin on New Year’s Eve. I had only intended to be away for two or three days, but in the end I was gone a full week. Whenever I started to say it was time for me to go home, someone asked what was for dinner, and all eyes turned to me. It was alarmingly easy to slide back into jobs I thought I had long ago shed, and once again I found myself in charge of the total nutrition for three overgrown children and an ex husband, along with his mother and uncle, who at the last minute made the almost unheard of announcement that they were joining us for the holidays. The…

• My new urban life

  Duchess

  21 Nov 2011 | 4:17 pm

  Way back last summer I started to blog about how I had a new mooring. “These days,” I wrote, “when the British Waterways inspector strides down the towpath in formal dark trousers and white short-sleeved shirt with navy epaulettes (which I guess someone in HR thought made their employees look proper nautical), I neither duck out of sight nor race out to offer him coffee and biscuits, my former alternating strategies for dealing with Pangolin’s semi-legal mooring status.  Now I don’t care when I see him tapping my license number into his hand-held electronic thingy.  He can…

• Warning: contains scenes of nudity

  Duchess

  3 May 2011 | 3:08 pm

  I have been away — that is, I have been away from England, from my boaty home, and from my own four foot wide, lumpy, boaty bed. I left in late March, when the crocuses had already almost gone by, the daffodils were in glorious bloom, and even the odd tulip had risked opening to the young sun. I flew across the Atlantic and a few months backwards into a late winter that still lingered when it was almost May and time to think about heading home again. In five weeks I slept in seven beds. In Washington DC I was promoted to the guest bedroom.  My father, 86 and frail, insisted on…

• Mooning

  Duchess

  21 Mar 2011 | 4:52 pm

  My third child, who invariably begins all our phone conversations with the words, Mother!  It’s your favourite son! called a couple of weeks ago to congratulate me on my new mooring (of which more later) and to prepare me for his appearance as the Chevalier Danceny in the Bristol Old Vic Theatre School production of Les Liaisons Dangereuses. My son is finishing his final year in drama school, a time when all young aspiring actors hope to find an agent.  To that end the school puts on a series of public performances to give its actors exposure. Just a Parental Advisory Warning about the…

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  Hope Bomb

• 2012

  jess

  27 Jan 2012 | 12:29 pm

  There is an elephant in this room.   Somewhere between here and there, i lost my mojo. My thing. If you can’t write about anything what is there left to write about. If everything you say has the potential to hurt feelings, or talk about that thing that can’t be said, if everything is unspeakable – what do you become.   Perhaps that is the very best part of running. Mile after lonely mile the solitude takes hold. There is just me and my heartbeat and nothing to say.   I have lost my desire for most things. Is this the beginning of menopause, is this what it…

• Fleet Foxes – He Doesn’t Know Why

  jess

  24 Jan 2012 | 11:00 am

• vacation

  jess

  23 Jan 2012 | 11:22 am

    We spent last week on Mt Washington. It was our first family vacation ever. We have done a few two day trips here and there, but never a real, week off school/work getaway.   It was magical. It was exhausting. Five days of skiing is an endurance test. A fun, fantastical test of muscle and your bodies ability to stay warm.   The best part is all the time spent on chairlifts. Half the day is spent sitting side by side, chatting, laughing and bonding. I spent more time talking with each of my kids than i have in ages and they, in turn, talked with each other. Being on a lift…

• All my favourite people run

  jess

  13 Jan 2012 | 3:06 pm

• Frightened Rabbit – The Loneliness & the Scream

  jess

  9 Jan 2012 | 6:51 pm

  This is one of my favourite running songs.

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  Heather A Goodman

• In Which Keegan Keeps Me up All Night by Not Waking

  heather

  23 Jan 2012 | 10:39 am

  The past couple of days, Keegan’s been refusing to nurse, and I didn’t know how this would break my heart. Sure, he could be teething, and perhaps he’ll resume, but he could also be done. I had no warning. I thought I’d have more time to watch how he watches me, how he plays with my hair (pulls, yanks, strips it from my head) while nursing, how I cuddle him close to me, how he sometimes falls asleep. And this is motherhood: little goodbyes as they grow up and start walking then start walking away from you. How does a heart handle this? So last night, I woke up when I…

• To Being Known

  heather

  19 Jan 2012 | 1:43 am

  Since it’s 1:00 in the morning and I can’t sleep–the reason that I can’t sleep isn’t important (thank you, insurance company of man who rear-ended my husband and son, and may a camel spit in your eye)–and tomorrow will be miserable because of this lack of sleep and I’m not working on my teaching as I should be because I told Chris that if I committed to teaching this semester I’d have at least three, no four, lessons done before we started and I haven’t started on next week’s lesson and next week is the third week, I thought…

• In Which I Throw Chris Under the Bus and Go on a Christian Verbage Rant

  heather

  12 Jan 2012 | 11:52 am

  A recent conversation: Chris (to Keegan): You’re doing so good, my boy! Me: So well. Chris: Your mom doesn’t want me to teach you how to speak normal. Me: Normally. I realize I’m throwing Chris under the bus here, but it made me laugh, this and conversations like it in which I attempt to use correct grammar so that we may teach our son when to say “to whom” and when to say “who,” when to use “I” and “me,” the difference between an adverb and an adjective. Not to use “literally” when he’s speaking…

• My Son, the Artist

  heather

  9 Jan 2012 | 11:27 am

  The music plays, and Keegan dances. He dances to Tchaikovsky and Veggie Tales. He dances to jazz and to Kid’s Praise. He dances to his maracas. He dances to the jingles on his toys. He dances to the motor of the blender and to the click of the refridgerator. To Keegan, everyday sounds aren’t random noises; they’re music. And music calls for dancing. Perhaps influenced by John Cage (best known for his 4’33” piece) or the composers of musique concrete, Keegan rejoices in the sounds around him. Or perhaps he hears the praise of the trees clapping their hands, the…

• Seasonal Faves

  heather

  13 Dec 2011 | 10:58 am

  I dreamed last night that I blogged. Who says you can’t make your dreams come true? Rather than offer up the repetitious excuses of why I’ve been tacit here, I thought I’d spend the time reveling in my favorite time of year: Christmas. I’ve always loved Christmas. I turn into this sentimental sap, and I confess, my tastes can go a bit Norman Rockwell for the month. I eat up all the ABC Family Christmas movies (not to mention the old standards like White Christmas, Rudolph, and now, Elf). I fill my Pandora radio stations with classic Christmas standards, Indie holiday…

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  Jamie's Blog

• Atlanta Gift Show 2012 - Take One

  Jamie R Lentzner

  24 Jan 2012 | 5:56 pm

  January 24, 2011 It has been over a week since I traveled across the country to walk the 2012 Atlanta Gift Show.  It was overwhelming and exciting to walk the show just for the pure excuse of finding inspiration for new Jamie's Painting & Design Products.  I stayed with three other very talented artists; Shelly Kennedy, Kelly Rightsell and London Edwards.  The laughing and the sharing of stories was enough for me, but we did even more.   We attended a seminar that discussed the 6 top design trends in the Children Industry.  After  that event we were spoiled with drinks and…

• Expecting (or hoping) to find at Atlanta Gift Show 2012

  Jamie R Lentzner

  12 Jan 2012 | 10:40 am

  January 11, 2011. The last two times I walked shows (San Francisco Gift  Show, New York Gift Show, Stationary Show & Surtex) I did it alone....with a capital A for the most part.  I hated it.  I mean not the show or the walking (though my feet were killing me because I wore heels), I hated just being alone.  I hated eating alone.  I hated walking alone.  I remember walking up to a booth that licensed children's art and trying to talk to them....I was so green I thought they were the actual artists who created the art.  The looks and eye rolls I got from the Blonde Marketing…

• Word for 2011....was Change

  Jamie R Lentzner

  6 Jan 2012 | 10:00 am

  January 5, 2011. I am not sure if I am happy or sad to see 2011 come to an end.  It has been an amazing year with lots of changes and new experiences, in my personal life and at  Jamie's Painting & Design.  For most of the year I have tried to keep a positive outlook and stiff upper lip and my sense of humor in order.  Not to say some heated discussions, arguments and tears have not found there way into a few of my days, but I am still standing, so all must be good.   I have bragged for years about how good change is, how I never look back, hate to regret...blah, blah, blah.

• I Can Do Anything (well almost) Better Than You

  Jamie R Lentzner

  6 Dec 2011 | 5:40 pm

  December 6, 2011 Growing up my sister and I were suckers for Musicals,but only those that were on TV that is.  A little Shirley Temple on Sunday morning, Wizard of Oz at Easter, Musicals on Sundays and every single Christmas Cartoon, Movie or Claymation/Stop motion ever made during the month of December.   And if I liked the Musical, then I had to memorize the darn songs.  So, late last Thursday when a RUSH order came in this song was a playing in my ear: Anything you could do, I could do betterI can do anything better than you!No you can't!Yes I can!No you can't!Yes I can!No you…

• Just a piece of Pottery Barn

  Jamie R Lentzner

  20 Oct 2011 | 11:22 am

  October 20, 2011 I wrote over almost a year ago about submitting my products to Pottery Barn Kids, and admited that my products did not get accepted.  I have to admit getting rejected sucked, it was one of the last feathers I wanted in my JPD cap.  I also blogged about a good friend that was much luckier than I was, she actually got contacted by them and they carry her products as we speak.   Just when I was not totally focusing on not getting in (kidding), I received this nice email in my inbox: Jamie, I stumbled across your blog one day and found it entertaining and informative.  I have…

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  Woman Tribune

• This Little Girl Kicks Your Ass on Guitar

  Holly

  26 Jan 2012 | 7:02 am

  So, you have a craft that you have been honing for years. You’re passionate about it, it fulfills you, and how it makes you feel is what has kept you going through the years, continuing your work and not giving up in the face of the incredible struggles you have had with it. Then a little kid comes around and completely puts any work you could ever produce to shame. Ever happen to you? Well, if you’re a guitar player, meet Zoe Thomson. Zoe is 8 years old and she is an incredible guitar player–and not just for being 8 years old, either. She has incredible talent, surpassing…

• Another Swipe Fee Battle Unfolding

  Bill Hardekopf

  25 Jan 2012 | 5:00 am

  Another major dispute on interchange fees could take place, and this one may have new, painful consequences on consumers. This time, the battle centers around the swipe fee that retailers pay on credit card transactions. According to CNBC, there is an antitrust suit between five million retailers and Visa, MasterCard, and 13 large banks, including Citi, Bank of America, Chase, Capital One, U.S. Bancorp, and Wells Fargo. Retailers claim that banks and the payment systems have unfairly worked together to increase the amount of the interchange fee retailers pay on credit card transactions. The…

• Sh*t Mom Bloggers Say

  Holly

  24 Jan 2012 | 10:00 am

  By now I am sure you have all seen at least one version of the “Shit People Say” video. This flurry of videos began in mid-December with Shit Girls Say, a hilarious and frighteningly accurate 1 minute and 19 seconds full of numerous quips that pretty much every woman alive is guilty of saying. The video quickly went viral and has since accumulated over 12 million views. That was just the beginning. In the past month and a half, people everywhere took this idea of things certain types of people say and started creating their own videos. Some are based in observation, some from…

• Tuesday Giveaway Linkup: January 24th – January 31st

  Holly

  24 Jan 2012 | 5:00 am

  Happy Tuesday, everyone! It’s time for another week of great giveaways, so use this space to help spread the word about the giveaways going on at your blog using the linky below. While you’re here, don’t forget to visit the many other giveaways going on around the blogosphere. Who knows, maybe you’ll win some really cool stuff! Here’s the deal: Use the linky below to link up your giveaways, but remember, you’re linking only to actual giveaways. This means no affiliate links, Twitter, Facebook, or Google+ profiles, or to main blogs or websites. Lastly, if…

• Do You Know the Difference Between Gelato and Ice Cream?

  Liz

  23 Jan 2012 | 10:00 am

  Gelato is Italian for ice cream, right? Well, not exactly. True, they are both dairy, they are both cold, and they are both desserts, but the similarities end there. For starters, they look different, with true gelato resembling something more like frozen yogurt than ice cream, and in many displays, it looks like flavored whipped cream. Here’s some more detailed, delicious insight into the two treasured desserts: American vs. Italian Ice Cream American ice cream, we all know, has a pretty high milk fat content. Legally in the United States, a product must have 10% fat to use the label…

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  Carrie and Danielle

• Errors People Make When Purchasing Insurance Policies

  Matt Heman

  22 Jan 2012 | 11:19 pm

  Financial plans can be scuttled by any catastrophic loss, bringing your savings down to its knees. In order to protect yourself against sudden death, loss of earning power, loss of earning power and medical cots you need an insurance policy. When it comes to insurance coverage, many people are basically [...] No related posts.

• 12 Artistic Creations Made From Fruit

  Steve Liu

  16 Jan 2012 | 10:03 pm

  A painter makes pictures with paint, a sculptor makes statues with clay and a performance artist makes a fool of themselves. But what do you call an artist whose medium is fruit? From the radical to the ridiculous below you will find 12 excellent examples of this flourishing art [...] No related posts.

• Investing, Do Men and Women Do It Differently

  Matt Heman

  13 Jan 2012 | 12:11 am

  Many years back, there was a very popular book called Men Are from Mars, Women Are from Venus. The very title of the book makes the suggestion that the two sexes are immensely different, specifically when it comes to communication and needs emotionally. Although not everyone is in complete [...] No related posts.

• Ways to Increase your Productivity at Work

  Danielle

  5 Jan 2012 | 4:30 pm

  Staying productive at the office can be difficult given the number of distractions the average employee faces. From engaging in water cooler conversation to attending meetings, marking action items off my to-do list can take some effort. Here are some tips that have worked for me whether I was [...] No related posts.

• Do You Need a Financial Prenuptial Agreement?

  Copy-Hub

  22 Dec 2011 | 2:46 pm

  Most young couples don’t give much thought to creating a prenuptial agreement. Romance and idealism tend to paint a picture of the future in which everything is shared equally, couples grow old together, and arguments can always be resolved with a little effort. But the truth is that half [...] No related posts.

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• Update Your Finances Using These Particular person Fund Tips

  admin

  27 Jan 2012 | 12:52 am

  Update Your Finances Using These Particular person Fund Tips from bloggingmatildaAll the other written content by the article writer : Paris En LignePay out more than your minimum sum outstanding on college loans, home mortgages, credit cards and just about every other type of fast loan. It’s going to facilitate you to help save a fantastic tiny bit of cash over the course of the auto loan. Much of your monthly payments are likely to the interest and paying added is heading toward your primary.To possess a different economic design then just before, possess a new state of mind then…

• Avoid Simple Mistakes By Following These Tips

  admin

  26 Jan 2012 | 2:35 am

  Avoid Simple Mistakes By Following These Tips from bloggingmatildaA number of other work references you should certainly checked out : water CoolersCooking your meals at home can be fun and easy, if you try some of these tips. You can prepare delicious and healthy dishes in the comfort of your own kitchen and make mealtime enjoyable for everyone in your home. Cooking can be a fantastic way to express your creativity.When roasting a chicken or turkey, maximize the flavor and juiciness by stuffing the cavity with halved or quartered lemons, onions, shallots, garlic cloves or oranges. These…

• Find The Advice That Will Make Your Travels Smoother

  admin

  26 Jan 2012 | 2:15 am

  Find The Advice That Will Make Your Travels Smoother from bloggingmatildaEarthquake Preparedness KitDo you want to start traveling, but aren’t sure where to start? Well, look no further, this article is filled with tips that can help you make the right decisions on the kind of places you want to travel to. Look through this article and see what information applies to you.During your trip if you’re staying at many different hotels, you can rest assured there is an easy and cost effective gift you can give your friends as a souvenir. Collect all of the little samples such as…

• Purchasing Insurance Can Certainly Be Effortless With These Powerful Suggestions

  admin

  22 Jan 2012 | 8:32 am

  Purchasing Insurance Can Certainly Be Effortless With These Powerful Suggestions from bloggingmatildaBrief article is uploaded from Blogroll,best siteAcquiring an insurance plan does not have to be a daunting task. If you analyze the following, you will notice that affordable, reliable insurance protection can be easy to find. Our ideas will disclose the best way to discover the an insurance plan that suits your own personal would like and could save you the most income.If a scenario creating a insist to get registered involves another company or person, be sure you contact local law…

• Buying Or Selling A Commercial Properties? You Will Need These Guidelines!

  admin

  18 Jan 2012 | 2:08 am

  Buying Or Selling A Commercial Properties? You Will Need These Guidelines! from bloggingmatilda profit.fm reviewsYou shouldn’t prohibit your online and true to life interactions to stockbrokers only. It’s also wise to reach out off to prospective customers. Visiting in contact with stockbrokers is important, but constructing a customer base will give you trustworthiness and allows you to rent your house very easily once could be on standby.You’ve selected to purchase commercial real estate, choosing the best considering massive! When buying a 5 phone apartment, it must…

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  Women in Business, Jobs, Women Entrepreneurs, Women in the News: News On Women

• Luxury Goods Site "Modewalk", co-founded by CEO Beatrice Pang, Raised $1.8 million in venture capital funding

  Alice Krause

  27 Jan 2012 | 5:44 pm

  Modewalk,  the luxury goods shopping site co-founded by Beatrice Pang who is also the company's CEO, raised $1.8 million in venture capital funding led by Merus Capital. Beatrice spent several years acquiring companies and developing partnerships at Microsoft. While attending business school at Stanford, Beatrice worked at Nokia Growth Partners. Read more

• Kathleen Camilli Joins Unifirst Board of Directors

  Alice Krause

  27 Jan 2012 | 9:39 am

  Unifirst Corporation (Nasdaq: UNF) appointed Kathleen Camilli to its Board of Directors. Kathleen is the Founder of Camilli Economics. Before founding Camilli Economics, Kathleen was the U.S. Economist at Credit Suisse Asset Management (CSAM) in New York. Read more...

• Margaret Smyth Joins Martha Stewart Living Omnimedia Board of Directors.

  Alice Krause

  26 Jan 2012 | 5:22 pm

  Martha Stewart Living Omnimedia, Inc. (NYSE: MSO) appointed Margaret M. Smyth to its Board of Directors. Margaret most recently was Vice President and Chief Financial Officer of Hamilton Sundstrand, which is part of United Technologies Corp. More in the prnewswire press release.

• Sara Morgan Talks about why she Co-Founded "Tailored", the New Personalized Shopping Site for Brides

  Alice Krause

  26 Jan 2012 | 5:08 pm

  Sara Morgan co-founded "Tailored", the new personalized bridal shopping site which is scheduled to launch this week. Tailored allows brides to find products for their wedding that reflect their personal style, create lists of their favorite products, and share these lists with friends. Sara is a wedding industry veteran and had previously been the Director of Marketing at Weddzilla. "As a bridesmaid in more weddings than I can count, I saw my best friends scour magazines, shopping sites and blogs to find inspiration, only to feel lost as to where to buy the items they…

• Martha King Made Managing Director of the Financial Advisor Services Division at Vanguard

  Alice Krause

  26 Jan 2012 | 10:47 am

  Vanguard, one of the world’s largest investment management companies, appointed Martha King Managing Director of the Financial Advisor Services division. Read more...

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  Rise of the Innerpreneur

• Michelle Currie: Janaury 2012 Innerpreneur Spotlight

  Tara Joyce

  27 Jan 2012 | 6:31 am

  Michelle Currie Meditative Drumming Teacher Meditative Arts Follow Michelle on Twitter | Become Meditiative Art’s Fan on Facebook I am: a Science nerd perfectionist turned meditative drum chick! My passion is for: Coming up with innovative ways to play big, lead from the heart, live fearlessly, and weave mind-body-spirit together. My business helps you: to think less and breathe more through African drumming and mindfulness. My biggest challenge is: Negotiating with the workaholic part of my personality! I make a difference by: Aligning you with your inner rhythm(s) in order to live a…

• Talking About… Pricing From Personal Conviction

  Tara Joyce

  25 Jan 2012 | 12:42 pm

  Months ago, my dear friend Adam King and I sat down to talk. We’ve been having these skype talks for years now, sharing candidly with each other our expansion in life and business. The last time we sat down to chat however, Adam had an agenda. He wanted to interview me and talk more in-depth about Pay-What-It’s-Worth (Value) pricing for a project of his. It’s a topic that we have explored together many times over the years and I was excited for the conversation. Adam has recently published a book called The Year of Zen, through which he shares his learnings and expansion,…

• Asking My Mentor About… Nourishing My Body

  Tara Joyce

  23 Jan 2012 | 11:49 am

  This is the fifth installment of Christine and my Peer-to-Peer Mentoring series. On her blog, I answered her question: “Currently I keep an updated CV on file. While I’m proud of my profile and professional history, I’d like to put together a jazzed up version. I’m thinking of doing a website resume- what are your thoughts on the effectiveness of this plan and how would you proceed creatively?“ My Question to My Mentor: “While I love how focused I am on my work, I often find that my focus is so focused that I forget to eat. I am healthy and well-nourished…

• What Was/What Is/Looking Forward

  Tara Joyce

  2 Jan 2012 | 4:50 pm

  As the new year unfolds before me, I’ve spent time reflecting on the year that passed, and how I will grow in 2012. What was in 2011… What were some of your favourite moments? Being with Daniel (my husband) looking out over the lights of downtown Toronto from 50 stories up while a snow storm blew outside Meeting Jack (my dog) for the first time Taking Jack to the park for the first time Signing my first car lease Landing on Big Island (Hawaii) What challenged you? My confidence Being a true partner Not caretaking My performance anxiety Being a loving and supportive to myself Breaking…

• Joyeuses fêtes à tous!

  Tara Joyce

  24 Dec 2011 | 12:23 pm

  Thank you for your love and support this year! all my love, Other articles that might tickle your fancy: What Was/What Is/Looking Forward A Magical Time of Year Getting Closer to the Truth of Me The 2 Determinants and Derailers of Your Business Success Give to Haiti What is Yours On Loan Be my fan on Facebook and learn more about the book I've started writing on Pay-What-It's-Worth-Pricing.

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  the world according to Carrie

• Is the Floofy Wedding Dress Back in Style?

  CLPR

  27 Jan 2012 | 10:50 am

  If you’re old enough, you might remember the floofy wedding dresses from the 80′s – just take a gander at this gallery from google and you’ll get the idea if you’re a youngin’.  Most of them were obviously inspired by Rose Parade floats with their intricate beadwork, raucous lace detail, puffed sleeves, high necks, and flouncy skirts – everything onto one dress.  I know, I actually sewed one – and it wasn’t pretty.  Enter Vera Wang.  Wang immediately smoothed down the wildness, making wedding gowns less embarrassing and more awe…

• Pop Up Shops are soooo 2011

  CLPR

  20 Jan 2012 | 9:55 am

  I’m always thinking about clever promotions or ideas for getting my clients out in front of the public (that being my job and all).  Pop up shops, luxury celebrity suites, and press events are always in the mix.  So I was really intrigued when I saw this story about the Styleliner on FashionIndie this week. Styleliner founder Joey Wolffer took a retired potato chip delivery truck and tricked it out, making it a very cute boutique on wheels.  If the Marshall’s commercial springs to mind, I would say the concept is pretty similar, yet the Styleliner was designed to feel like an…

• Whoops I did It Again

  CLPR

  17 Jan 2012 | 11:07 am

  It may seem like I’m gorging on chandeliers lately, but this is the last one, I swear – I don’t have any spots left (except in my office, which now has me thinking….).  I saw this vintage rose chandelier (in the same shop where I grabbed the dining room piece) over the long weekend.  We’ve had a ceiling fan in the master bedroom for several years – it’s great in the Summer months but otherwise collects dust from September through May.   We have standard ceilings in the Connecticut house, so trying to get it to push down heat in the Winter just…

• Please Admire the Pretty Blue Bubbles

  CLPR

  13 Jan 2012 | 11:05 am

  I’m taking the time to give props to this fabulous aqua blue bubble necklace that I found at a vintage store this week – yes it’s the J Crew.  I’m a sucker for this color (as you must have guessed by our website design) and can wear it a bib style or long with sweaters.  Love it!!

• A Chandelier NOT To Die For

  CLPR

  9 Jan 2012 | 10:36 am

  Have you ever seen something in a store that just grabbed you?  If you’re reading this blog you probably have.  Last week, on New Year’s Day to be exact, I saw this scrumptious vintage chandelier in a shop near our house in Connecticut, that was/is well priced and really pretty.  Whenever I see pieces like this, they’re easy to resist because they’re usually a big investment piece – priced in the thousands and not on my list of needs right now. To be clear, I’ve been renovating my house out in the woods for some time now – bit by bit.  Most…

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  Change.org News / Women's Rights

• Why Is the UFC Paying Fighters for Making Rape Jokes?

  26 Jan 2012 | 2:02 pm

  In these modern times, athletes are considered heroes and icons to thousands, sometimes millions, of people. Even compared to the idols we make of celebrities and musicians, athletes remain our anointed heroes. They often come with backstories that are the stuff of movies (sometimes literally) with tales of overcoming poverty, racism, broken homes, and a variety of other hard knocks. And most of all, athletes remind us of the human potential. They show us the human form in perfection. They dazzle us with their almost superhuman abilities. And it’s thrilling drama. These characteristics make…

• San Francisco Threatens to Tear Down Pro-Choice Posters, Block Walk

  17 Jan 2012 | 11:20 pm

  Victory! After 100 people signed the petition in just a few hours, the Department of Public Works quickly came to an agreement to allow the Walk for Choice to take place Friday and the banners to remain up until Saturday evening. Anti-choicers rip down posters for a "Trust Women" event. Women's rights advocates complain about the vandalism. What does the city do? Threaten to tear down the rest of the banners. Somer Loen, an organizer for the Bay Area Coalition for Our Reproductive Rights (BACORR), has launched a petition on Change.org calling on the San Francisco Department of Public Works…

• Knocking Out Sexism in Boxing

  17 Jan 2012 | 2:25 am

  There is nothing pretty about boxing. It’s strenuous, fatiguing, and comes with its share of aches, pains, hits and unanticipated smacks. My body still refuses to forgive me for the aftermath of my first fight. The visceral pain in my joints made typing a four letter word on a keyboard so painful I cringed. As a grad student and self-proclaimed twitter addict, it was, to say the least, somewhat debilitating! Nevertheless, there is a particular kind of beauty in roughness. Boxing invigorates and animates every muscle and fragment of flesh in my body. I still remember the astonishment of my…

• U.S. Women's Football Players Say: Let Girls Play!

  13 Jan 2012 | 7:56 pm

  More than 35,000 people have joined a popular campaign on Change.org calling on the North Carolina Independent Schools Athletic Association (NCISAA) to allow girls to play football. Members of the U.S. National Women’s Tackle Football Team launched the online petition on Change.org after they heard that starting linebacker Mina Johnson, a student at Southampton Academy in Virginia, was forced to sit on the sidelines when an opposing team threatened to forfeit rather than play against a girl. The opposing school was a member of the NCISAA, which prohibits girls from playing on boys’…

• Victory! FBI Acknowledges That Rape Really Is Rape

  9 Jan 2012 | 3:28 pm

  Happy New Year -- out with the old, and in with the new! More than 140,000 Change.org members signed a petition launched by Ms. Magazine demanding the FBI recognize that rape is rape -- and it worked. On Friday, the Obama administration approved a new nationwide definition of rape, the first change in 80 years. Goodbye and good riddance to the FBI's narrow Uniform Crime Report definition: "The carnal knowledge of a female forcibly and against her will.” And a hearty welcome to the new definition: "The penetration, no matter how slight, of the vagina or anus with any body part or object, or…

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  Secret Women's Business Network

• Bad Times Happen

  Lisa Hartwell

  15 Jan 2012 | 1:39 pm

  Yes, things have been pretty quiet around here lately. There’s a reason (or series of reasons) for that. And it’s prompted me to write a post about something that not many people talk about in the business world – especially not the online business world. The Bad Times. Most business coaches/mentors/gurus/leaders that you have contact with on a regular basis will never mention that bad times exist, whether in your personal or business lives…it doesn’t make for good reading. Many of them are selling “the dream” and I guess they figure you won’t buy into their program, teachings…

• Something for the Weekend: 29th October 2011

  Lisa Hartwell

  30 Oct 2011 | 4:30 pm

  For those of you keeping track, there was no Something for the Weekend last week. Quite simply, I didn’t read or watch anything business-related online. I was away visiting family and friends and stayed offline as much as possible. This week it’s the opposite…I have have been inundated with fabulous blog posts. Most of them are below but I will save a few for next week’s round-up. I’ve tried to group them together into obvious categories. Search Engine News and Advice Google To Begin Encrypting Searches & Outbound Clicks By Default With SSL Search - Google…

• Best Business Podcasts for a Long Drive and Maintaining Sanity

  Lisa Hartwell

  20 Oct 2011 | 7:21 am

  Over the last few weeks I have done a hell of a lot of driving to see family and friends. Unlike many people I know, I actually like driving long distances, which is just as well since I choose to live in Plymouth which is miles from anywhere. You know when you’ve traveled a particular route too often, when you find a desire to Tweet about the disappearance of the plastic camels from the side of the road, or have a rating system for the Service stops along the way. However, in order to keep myself sane on a long drive I find that listening to business podcasts can be a great help. While…

• Something for the Weekend: 15th October 2011

  Lisa Hartwell

  15 Oct 2011 | 12:27 pm

  I’m heading off for a mini break to visit family and friends, but if you’ve got some time on your hands then I hope you enjoy this week’s picks: All Things Business Related How To Save Money On AdWords Placements With Google Analytics - Fantastic post about linking Adwords to Analytics for improved campaigns. How to Turn Facebook Fans Into Paying Customers - Another fab post from Jen at FBAdsLab, this time on the importance of having a Facebook conversion strategy. The New Content Marketing Keyword Strategy - I wouldn’t call this a new strategy but Michelle does lay…

• Moo Christmas Cards Discount Code

  Lisa Hartwell

  13 Oct 2011 | 5:08 pm

  I’m about to do 2 things I never do on this blog: Blatantly promote an affiliate product Talk about Christmas in October As I’ve already mentioned, I’m a huge fan of Moo Printing (and based on the popularity of that post I’m assuming many of you are too). Well, they sent me an email containing a 15% off “secret” discount for their Christmas cards. Not too much of a secret though as they said I could pass the discount code onto my friends, and that includes you. The code expires on 20th October – just add the code CARDSYAY at checkout. It seems wrong…

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  Everyday Baby Steps

• My Special K Challenge Results

  marybabysteps

  20 Jan 2012 | 12:50 pm

  I wrote a couple weeks ago about starting the Special K Challenge. Even if you didn't read my post, I'm sure you've all heard of the challenge, right? This year, Special K wants to take the negative connotations away from the idea of approaching weight loss by asking women to consider what they will gain by losing weight. I think that is the best way to look at things ever! Simply reframing the question and putting a positive spin on things can really change a person's mindset. I'd say it definitely did for me. I had lost weight through the hCG diet last spring, but I gained a good bit of it…

• Let Yourself Shine Despite Toxic People in Your Life

  marybabysteps

  19 Jan 2012 | 1:58 pm

  I've found myself feeling some pretty negative emotions lately in response to actions by people close to me. Feelings like hurt, anger, sadness, frustration, contempt and even hate. These are all normal emotions. Part of life. I know. What I also know is that you can't change other people, only how you react to them. Let me repeat that. You can only change the way you react to others. You've probably heard this before. It makes sense, theoretically, but how do you stop yourself in the middle of negative feelings and turn your emotions around? It takes conscious effort, but it is possible. You…

• Considering Beauty School?

  marybabysteps

  8 Jan 2012 | 9:32 am

  I love all things beauty related. Ever since I started wearing makeup in sixth grade, I've been a cosmetics addict. I write a lot about beauty here at Everyday Baby Steps. I've written beauty articles for other sites around the web. And one of my best gigs is blogging for a local salon where I receive salon services in exchange for my writing and social media management. Great trade, right? I've often thought about going to beauty school. When I was younger, though, it wouldn't have been seen as a wise decision by my family. Not to mention the fact that I just don't think I'd be very gifted…

• Vowing to Capture This Year in Photos

  marybabysteps

  4 Jan 2012 | 1:36 pm

  Over the summer, I wrote a post about wanting a camera. Actually, the post was about a loved one who shot down my dream of owning a nice camera one day. It's been six months, and I still don't have that camera. But, truly, this has been a rough year financially. It doesn't mean I won't get that camera or that I'll give up on the idea of having that nice camera. What I realized is that I don't have to sacrifice my dreams, sacrifice living simply because something isn't attainable for me right now. This realization hit me while scrolling the internet and seeing all the photographs my online…

• Taking the Special K Challenge to Start 2012 Off Right

  marybabysteps

  2 Jan 2012 | 8:40 am

  It's a new year. Can you believe it? Where has the time gone? Seems like just yesterday that I was telling you all about the weight I lost - 23 pounds. However, it's been about 8 months, and I'm embarrassed to say that I put a great deal of that weight right back on. So when I was asked to participate in a project with Special K to get healthy for the new year, I didn't hesitate. Weighing In Special K has designated today National Weigh-In Day, a day to jump start positive conversation about weight loss for the coming year. Special K asks the question, "What will you gain when you lose?" I…

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  Danielle LaPorte

• the “What I Trust List”. why you need one, and how to do it.

  Danielle LaPorte

  26 Jan 2012 | 3:16 pm

  Before a big gig or juicy-charged op moment I do this trust exercise. I started doing it on airplanes en route to what I thought would be my destiny (even tho’ I don’t believe in destiny.) After my strategic wheels have been torqued, and I’ve imagined what the ideal outcome might feel like, I drill into my soul foundation, to what feels so true and solid that I just might bet my life on it. Unwaivering. Multi-dimensionally verifiable. Or close as I can get to it. The point: cool my mind and warm my heart. When that's my state of being, I can respond to pretty much anything. Often…

• The Subtle & Abiding Sense of Failure Angel. Know her?

  Danielle LaPorte

  20 Jan 2012 | 1:35 pm

  Ry Cooder is considered to be one of the greatest bluesmen of all time. Yet, on more than one occasion, with a sold out concert and multiple encores, he asked promoters to refund the audience their money because he felt, "I could have been better." I have a painter friend whose art sells for $10,000 a painting. She routinely paints over pieces that are for sale in her gallery. It could have been better, she says. I’ve gotten standing ovations for speaking gigs. “Meh, I give myself a B. Coulda been better." Here's the confession: I always feel like I'm failing. And succeeding. And failing.

• 10 antidotes to assumptions + the dark beauty of internships

  Danielle LaPorte

  16 Jan 2012 | 11:55 pm

  I sent out an email looking for a free intern. Holy smokers. Sound the alarms. This is the range of responses: My perception of your integrity has plummeted. Slave driver. Who do you think you are? Unsubscribed. What an unloving tone. Tacky. What a great opportunity. I was just thinking of offering my services for an exchange. Sounds incredible. I can't work for free, but what could we work out? I'd love to learn from you. Could be a magical trade. I'll make this work. I'm in. I'd pay YOU to be your intern! Chris Brogan had similar "comments/concerns/accusations" when he put a call out for an…

• this wednesday, jan 18 : publishing telejamjam

  Danielle LaPorte

  16 Jan 2012 | 7:18 pm

  Attention beautiful book dreamers, blossoming writers, bestseller brewers... Your Big Beautiful Book Plan Teleseminar + Twitter Party Wednesday, January 18th, 2011 at 9pm EST/ 6pm PST Sponsored by Karl from PartyBizConnect.com It's free. And there will be prizes! 5 copies of YBBBP! We'll be jamming on how to get an agent, how to cull your content into gorgeousness, creative fuel, and platform-building. All of it. You ask (via Twitter!) and we answer. Beautiful. Here's how to hop on the party bus: Step 1: RSVP right HERE Step 2: Make sure you're following @daniellelaporte, @lindasivertsen and…

• truism #49

  dlwhitehot

  16 Jan 2012 | 2:51 pm

  refuse to believe in coincidence

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  The Sisterhood of the Shrinking Jeans LLC

• Editors’ Weekly Round-up – My last 5 pins

  Christy

  27 Jan 2012 | 1:00 pm

  Pin it Good afternoon lovely readers. How are you today? I’m doing great, except I seem to stuck on Pinterest and drinking coffee (yes, still!) instead of cleaning my house and doing about a million other things. Today, I am going to share with you (lucky lucky!) my 5 latest Pins, because you know, they are SO important. Are you on Pinterest yet? OMG you should be, but then again, if you want to get anything done, maybe you shouldn’t. If you didn’t notice, we now have a very handy Pin It button at the top of every post. You know, so you can pin everything on our site because…

• SUBWAY Fresh Fit Fridays {giveaway}

  Christy

  27 Jan 2012 | 11:43 am

  Pin itHere we are almost at the end of January! WOW! Are you sticking to your New Year’s Goals, or are you growing a little bored with them? Never fear, because SUBWAY is here to put a new twist on your resolutions. Enter Fresh Fit Fridays and SUBWAY’s new twist on turkey with the Turkey BLT and Turkey Melt. We’re inviting you to put your own twist on Turkey and giving away a $10 SUBWAY gift card. Leave a comment below telling us how you’re doing with your goals. Are you sticking with them or feeling your attention drift away? You can also check out SUBWAY’s…

• Workouts: Something New

  heather

  27 Jan 2012 | 8:00 am

  Pin it I am having a devil of a time getting back into exercise. My main obstacles are time and exhaustion. And I’m also just kind of bewildered at where to start. But I’ve got to start somewhere. Take a step. I’ve done this before…I went from unable to run a mile to completing a half marathon in less than one year. I’m not sure what goals I have yet. I don’t know if I want to try for another half, or maybe a triathlon? Mostly, I just want to lose weight and be able to wear all the clothes hanging in my closet. What I do know is that I’m in need of…

• SAD — Seasonal Affective Disorder

  thea

  26 Jan 2012 | 8:29 am

  Pin it If there is one truth that cannot be denied, it’s this: I absolutely, 100%, without a doubt cannot STAND Winter. At all. The extra layers, the wind, the dry skin, the piles of melting snow left by little boots in the middle of my kitchen floor that I step in every.single.time! It seriously makes me want to turn to my inner bear and hibernate until the temperatures warm up. But for some people, that feeling goes way beyond annoyance into full blown depression. Have you ever heard of Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)? The U.S. National Library of Medicine had this to say about…

• Shrink Yo Self in 2012 (Week 4)

  christieo

  25 Jan 2012 | 6:41 am

  Pin it The Weigh In Good morning, everyone! Wakey wakey eggs and (turkey) bakey! It’s a new day, the sun is shining, the birds are chirping, are you ready to step on the scale? I am sure that it’s going to be nice to you today, I just have a feeling! You’ve worked hard this week, you have been motivated, you’re making healthy choices, I’m feeling it, are you?? Just another week of January and we’ll really be knee deep into the new year. I hope we can all keep the momentum going! The Fitness Challenge Our fitness challenge is the same each and every week.

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• Things That Make Me Dance

  Corrin

  27 Jan 2012 | 8:00 am

  That’s what I look like when I dance while making dinner. At least that’s what I think I look like. I love Tilda Swinton. But I hate creepy movies. But I love Tilda Swinton more. So I’ll probably see We Need to Talk About Kevin. You should probably see The Iron Lady. It was great. I love these faceted boxes. Behold list makers, project managers, and general sufferers of OCD. Teux Deux is a list making site that syncs with your iPhone, automatically carries over tasks from one day to the next, and generally makes your life happy. Well worth the $2.99. Enjoy. Big news.

• Stuck

  Corrin

  25 Jan 2012 | 7:00 am

  birdAve Etsy Shop Moving to Texas wasn’t my choice. I mean. I had a choice but I agreed because it was where my ex-husband wanted to be. Things weren’t good between us as far back as three years ago and I thought moving to where he wanted to be would make him happier and help our marriage. It didn’t matter to me where we lived as long as things got better. I’ve since learned that there was not a direct correlation between his geographic location and our happiness. And now I feel like I’m stuck. When I’m really angry, I feel like I was tricked into moving…

• Valentine Swap

  Corrin

  23 Jan 2012 | 2:39 pm

  I pink puffy heart Valentine’s Day, but I don’t have a Valentine this year. That’s just a small technicality, in my opinion.I mean, have you ever really gotten a good gift from a Valentine? I haven’t. Anyway, I thought it would be fun to celebrate regardless and put together a Valentine Swap! Sounds like something you want to be a part of, right? Shit bitch, you is fine. Here are the guidelines. They are a work in progress, so let me know what you think and I’ll send the final guidelines to all participants with their match on February 1st. Fill out the Valentine…

• Visitor

  Corrin

  20 Jan 2012 | 8:00 am

  For the first time in the two years that I have lived in Austin I have a friend coming to visit for the weekend. I am so so excited! Like, I’m actually cleaning the toilet kind of excited. Let that sink in for a moment. Whoa. I know. We’re going to get BBQ and…that’s probably about it because he’s technically here for work but still. I’m going to have a friend in town for 48 hours! Hopefully he won’t hear any Austinites saying douchey Austin things. And my dog won’t bite him. What are your plans for the weekend, honies?   Another great post…

• Birthday Planning

  Corrin

  18 Jan 2012 | 8:00 am

  My birthday is exactly two months from today and I want to do something fun. I want to go somewhere. And I’m going to have to take matters into my own hands. My last two birthdays have…well, they’ve sucked. No cake, no decorations, no celebration. I’m a birthday person. I’d choose my birthday over Christmas any day. Quality over quantity, as they say. So having a string of bummer birthdays really has me down. My lovely friends and family tried, but it’s hard when I’m in Austin and they’re everywhere else. Should I sit on the beach in San Diego?

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• QotD: January 25, 2012

  25 Jan 2012 | 1:41 pm

  So, you’ll come across so many people in your life. Ones you think will stay in your life, stay with you forever. You come across people you will love, very much. But sometimes love isn’t enough to tackle all the obstacles in life and you will have to deal with the heartbreak of knowing that that person you love is gone and you’re left, alone, to try your very hardest to fall out of love. To do something you never thought you’d have to do. Just keep your head held high. Don’t let it get to you, don’t fall apart. Clear your heart and let it go. And when it…

• Some tips on being POSITIVE!

  25 Jan 2012 | 12:34 pm

  Now I’m not saying these things will work for you, they’re just some things I’m accustomed to doing or things I have come across and wanted to try. Ready? Eating Right and Exercising: Yep, that’s right and while it might sound like torture to you, it’s peace of mind to me. Feeling like complete poop after skipping a gym session or eating McDonalds is something I can honestly live without. Don’t get me wrong, we are entitled to treats and such, and if your body says no to the gym then give it a rest. What I am talking about though are those days filled…

• Long Distance Relationship Tips

  24 Jan 2012 | 1:43 pm

  LDR, just like any relationship it's always a work in progress. Except the fact that your SO is unavailable to you physically either 50% of the time or more, because you either live in different states, across the oceans from each other or work/school keeps them busy. But the main striving point(s) of an LDR is love and honesty, always. I can't say I don't have my breaking points every now and then and bawl my eyes out until their swollen because I miss my SO, or when I have those hideous green monster moments when he goes to hang with his friends and I'm not there. Or the biggest…

• Your question

  23 Jan 2012 | 3:14 pm

  I was dating a guy for almost 2 years and we broke up but we are still talking and want to be together again. I want to be officially dating him but he "doesn't want to date me but wants to be with me and only me". In your opinion what is the difference between dating someone and being with someone exclusively?

• Your question

  18 Jan 2012 | 5:34 pm

  I have one of the most common questions a girl would ever ask . I met a guy at a friend's party (friend's friend) and we kind of hooked up. When I left, we did not exchange numbers or make plans to catch up again. But now I feel I would like to know him better..should I make the first move? Or is that never a good idea?

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• #DumpUrEx: Join Our Break Up With Your Ex Kick-Off Twitter Party!

  YourTango

  27 Jan 2012 | 8:16 pm

  February 1st marks the start of YourTango's second annual 'Break Up With Your Ex' campaign! For the first two weeks of February, we'll be sharing great articles, expert advice, survey results and more about how to successfully cut ties from your past love and move on to a better, healthier, sexier you! To kick things off, we'll be hosting a fun party on Twitter, and you're invited!read more

• 5 Questions To Ask About Porn On Valentine’s Day [EXPERT]

  martyklein

  27 Jan 2012 | 6:29 pm

  Valentine’s Day—the ultimate day of romance, fairy tales, and absolutely ideal intimacy. This year, how about something else—how about honoring your relationship and your sexuality by doing a reality check on an issue that complicates, confuses, and frustrates a lot of people? Porn. His porn.read more

• 8 Signs You Should Take A Break From Your Relationship

  The Stir

  27 Jan 2012 | 5:08 pm

  Taking a break is one of the most challenging, frustrating, and saddening parts of a relationship. No one wants to feel as though their relationship has failed or that they themselves have somehow failed. But sometimes, a break is necessary. Not only is it necessary, sometimes, it's a good thing.read more

• Study Says Cohabitation Has Advantages Over Marriage

  Stefanie Lindenbaum

  27 Jan 2012 | 4:17 pm

  The Journal of Marriage and Family recently conducted a study which found that there are few advantages for married couples as far as psychological well-being, health or social ties, compared with unmarried couples living together. The study shows that while there are great benefits to marriage and cohabitation over the single life, these benefits weaken as couples depart the "honeymoon period."read more

• A-List Links: Why Jennifer Love Hewitt Is Stripping In This Video

  Kyla J

  27 Jan 2012 | 4:04 pm

  We weren't expecting to see Jennifer Love Hewitt strip down again this week (especially since we already saw her in this risqué photo shoot)—but we have to give it to her, the girl looks good singing and doing her thang in this music video for her new show... about hookers.read more

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• When Your Business Isn’t Growing

  18 Jan 2012 | 4:24 pm

  If your business is struggling and not growing, there will be a reason why. Sure, it could be due to a poor economy but sometimes businesses struggle because of problems that are not work related. Look over these common problems that can stunt the growth of businesses. If you fall within any of these categories, work to resolve the issues.  Lack of Support It’s hard to give your all to a new business when those closest to you aren’t supporting you. A partner may be non-supportive if they feel that you becoming an entrepreneur is putting too much financial pressures on the household.

• Weight Watchers: An Overview

  18 Jan 2012 | 4:01 pm

  It seems like the Weight Watchers diet has been around forever. There is something to say for staying power. Weight Watchers continues to be the diet choice of many looking to lose weight because it does work. Weight Watchers is not a fad diet. It is a program that can be used long term. The Weight Watchers diet consists of a point system. The system uses a formula that includes fiber, calorie and fat content to determine a food’s point value. The number will be between 1 and 10. When you are on the Weight Watchers diet you will be allotted so many points per day. The number of points you…

• Must-Have Arts and Crafts Supplies for Children

  11 Jan 2012 | 4:54 pm

  If you have children, grand-children, or nieces and nephews, having arts and crafts supplies on hand is a must. These items can take a boring, rainy, or cold day and turn it into hours of busyness and fun. Here is a list of the must-have arts and crafts supplies that you should keep on hand. Keep them in a plastic bin or on a closet shelf so they’ll be readily available when you need them. Paper Paper is at the top of the must-have art supply list. While white copy paper will work, you really should have tablets of construction paper, too, as it will make arts and crafts more interesting.

• Mommy Timesavers

  11 Jan 2012 | 4:26 pm

  As a parent, you know how precious your time is. Whether you’re organizing a play date, finally arriving at your desk after a hectic morning, or trying to get to the laundromat before all the washers fill up, any chance you have to save a little time is likely welcome. Read on for some suggestions that can help you find a little time in the day for yourself. Save Time in the Kitchen Cook too much on purpose. It takes very little effort to prepare a second casserole while you’re already making one for dinner. You can freeze the extra dish so that it can be put into the oven later…

• 4 Tips for Cleaning Your Sleepwear: How to Keep Your Nightshirts and Lingerie Clean

  13 Dec 2011 | 9:29 pm

  Oh, laundry. Everyone hates it, but it has to be done. Doing it properly can help prolong the life of your clothing and this is especially true for sleepwear, nightshirts and lingerie. Instead of just tossing everything in the machine with hot water and drying on high heat, use these tips to help keep your sleepwear and lingerie looking great for years to come. Tip #1: Toss Cotton Nightshirts In The Washer For Ease And Convenience Cotton is one of the most versatile fabrics around. It’s soft, comfortable and easy to care for. However, constant washing with hot water and drying with high…

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  She Takes on the World

• 3 Resolutions Your Small Business Needs to Keep

  Deborah Sweeney

  18 Jan 2012 | 11:08 pm

  Photo courtesy of Shutterstock The hoopla of a New Year is fading out, we’re a few weeks into 2012, how are those new business resolutions going? According to an article on examiner.com, four out of five people will not keep up their New Year’s resolutions; not very promising odds. Though statistically hope looks quite bleak, here are the three business resolutions you need to uphold despite the odds: Incorporate. If you are a small business owner, new or old, and have not legally incorporated your business or formed an LLC you are past due. With an incorporation your business not…

• In the Age of the Platform, the Sky is the Limit

  Guest Contributor

  15 Jan 2012 | 1:52 pm

  In Phil Simon’s excellent new book, The Age of the Platform, he writes about how platforms have become more important than ever. He focuses on Amazon, Apple, Facebook, and Google–aka, the Gang of Four. Beyond those ever-present companies, he discusses emerging platforms like WordPress and Twitter. At TorranceLearning, the elearning company I run, we leverage platforms like crazy for many reasons. As Phil describes in his book, we use platforms as key pieces or planks in our own platform. First, because of their ubiquity and constant evolution, platforms do the heavy lifting. This…

• ABC’s “Work It” and the Myth of the “Mancession”

  Donna Addkison

  11 Jan 2012 | 9:16 pm

  “Women are taking over the workforce. Soon they’ll just start getting rid of the men,” says a character on ABC’s new sitcom, “Work It.” Obviously the writers and powers that be at ABC failed to check the facts before creating a comedy based on the mythological “mancession” that simply does not exist. A recent national jobs report showed that unemployment for women is not declining: rather, 300,000 women fell out of the workforce. While more men are going back to work, fewer women are able to find jobs. From October 2010 to October 2011, only 27% of the 1.5 million jobs added…

• One Small Shift That Can Rock Your Life + A Happy Birthday to Me Giveaway!

  Natalie MacNeil

  7 Jan 2012 | 12:13 am

  It’s my biiiiirthdaaaay! To celebrate I’m sharing a small shift I made last year on my birthday that changed everything and rocked my life over the past year. This small thing cleared the path for my best year yet and I’m ready for even bigger things this year. To find out what it is, watch my video AND don’t miss the end when I tell you how to enter my super special birthday giveaway. xoxo One Small Shift That Can Rock Your Life + A Happy Birthday to Me Giveaway! is a post from She Takes on the World Did you enjoy this article? Subscribe to She Takes On The World and…

• Women Entrepreneurs: Power Up Your Business With 10 Resolutions for the New Year

  Sylvia Browder

  3 Jan 2012 | 7:40 am

  The New Year offers a clean slate and a time to reflect on the changes you want or need in order to enhance your business. Take some time to look at your successes and failures over the past year.  What went right and what went wrong? Have you considered what changes you want to implement in 2012? Here are 10 New Year’s resolutions for your business: Resolution 1: Get a Handle on your Taxes With the New Year fast approaching, it is important to get a firm handle on your taxes.  To claim certain tax benefits, you need to act no later than Dec. 31.  According to the IRS, here are…

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• Famous Speech Friday: Margaret Edson's 2008 Smith College commencement address

  Denise Graveline

  27 Jan 2012 | 4:45 am

  Folks who work at universities have heard more commencement speeches than the rest of us--that's part of the job. So when reader Kathy Schuetz, a communicator at the University of Maryland, wrote to suggest Margaret Edson's 2008 commencement speech at Smith College and called it "remarkable," I took notice. Edson, a public school teacher in Atlanta, also is the Pulitzer-Prize winning author of the play Wit, about a scholar of English literature who is in the hospital and dying of ovarian cancer. (There's a current production of the play on Broadway at this writing.) Edson, herself a Smith…

• What's the big idea? What those TED-like talks are looking for

  Denise Graveline

  25 Jan 2012 | 4:45 am

  You want to give one of those big talks someday, maybe soon. An Ignite talk, a Moth presentation, a TEDx or TED talk--that kind of big talk. And there's just one thing standing between you and that goal: One big idea. That's because if you're going to make the most of those 3- or 5- or 15- or 20-minute opportunities, you need to narrow your focus down to one big idea. To stay in the minds of the live audience and get liked and shared by the online audience, just one idea will do. Not 50, not 15, not even three, but one. And that's the tripping point for many would-be givers of big talks.

• Preparing a speech for a friend who's dying: 7 ideas & resources

  Denise Graveline

  23 Jan 2012 | 4:45 am

  It's always instructive for a speaking coach when the shoe is on the other foot and she needs to ask for help with a speech. When a reader who also is a speaker coach wrote to ask "How do I help a dying friend with a speech about her life and illness?", she added that she was willing to cast a wide net and see whether The Eloquent Woman community had any tips or ideas to help her. "My sadness and our attachment are blocking my ability to think clearly about how to help her prepare - let alone write the script. I'll find a way to ensure my feelings don't overshadow our prep for this…

• Famous Speech Friday: Jane Fonda's TEDxWomen talk on "Life's Third Act"

  Denise Graveline

  20 Jan 2012 | 4:45 am

  "We're living, on average today, 34 years longer than our great-grandparents did. Think about that," Fonda told the TEDxWomen event in 2011. "That's an entire second adult lifetime that's been added to our lifespan." She uses her talk to discuss her current passion: How we use that "third act," the last three decades of your life, not only to improve your life, but to create a cultural shift. The talk is based on a theme carried through in her book, Prime Time: Love, health, sex, fitness, friendship, spirit--making the most of all of your life. Fonda--now 74 herself--emphasizes in this…

• It's 2012, and women are still having trouble getting on the program as speakers

  Denise Graveline

  19 Jan 2012 | 4:45 am

  Forget a seat at the table, for the moment. I'm seeing plenty of evidence, still, that women are having trouble getting a place on the podium, as speakers at public gatherings, professional conferences and other forums. The most notable example right now is in Israel. At a conference on gynecology, women were barred from speaking--or as feminist writer Katha Pollitt put it, "Men discuss vaginas while women can only watch." Eight speakers reportedly cancelled their appearances. The ban was prompted by ultra-Orthodox Jews, who follow rules that forbid women from speaking public or sitting…

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  Everyday Goddess

• Welcome to the January BuckleDown

  lizriz

  4 Jan 2012 | 10:18 am

  Fit October 2011 - unlike Fit October 2010 where I was a Health Ninja - was a bust. I'm big on giving myself enough time for things, and October was too close to the breakup/company's closing/new job trifecta of necessary adjustment. I could tell I needed more time spent relaxing and focusing on my new job, so I quickly let Fit October go to the dogs. I didn't want to get back on the health track in November or December, so Hello, January! (And Hello and Goodbye, Beer Belly!) Welcome to the BuckleDown, which is up and running and already feeling good. I toyed with doing South Beach Phase One…

• Resolved in 2012: Ask. Accept. Give.

  lizriz

  1 Jan 2012 | 2:01 am

  I love New Year's Resolutions. I differentiate them from goals. My workouts and diet goals in January, for example, are goals. I set them short term and revisit frequently. Resolutions, on the other hand, are yearly and more conceptual. I thought long about this year's. For a while, I thought I might not have anything for this year, but that couldn't be. I just needed to work on how to articulate where I'm at and where I'm going. I'm ready to take on some pretty big challenges. And so, here it is. In 2012, I resolve to: Ask for what I need. Accept what others can give. Give what and whenever…

• 2011: My Year in Quotes

  lizriz

  31 Dec 2011 | 11:00 am

  2011 wasn't my easiest year, but it was pretty awesome in the end. I had many, many firsts, lots of challenges, and I learned a ton. Got a great new job I love, and really found happiness in myself and my life. And, I decided that my paper calendars are here to stay, for at least a few more years yet. This year's is a fabulous pink color that I love. Gallery Leather makes some seriously beautiful products. In February 2011 I said: 2011: This is the year I find a new full-time position, start plotting my move to Silver Lake, upgrade to a smart phone (is it September yet???), and... get a pad…

• Books I Read in 2011

  lizriz

  30 Dec 2011 | 9:23 pm

  I am sad to report that I did *not* meet my annual goal of 24 books (12 fiction and 12 nonfiction) this year. By my way of counting (where I lump series together if they are easy to digest and I tore through them straight) I read 18 books (9 fiction and 9 nonfiction). Still pretty good, but there were nonreading months this year, clearly. Hat tip to my friend Zandria who read 27 books this year. (How have I not finished Packing for Mars yet??? Someone sent it to me as a present this year, and I haven't read it yet, for shame. Definitely on the short list for 2012.) And my friend Rebecca hit…

• Getting a jump on January

  lizriz

  22 Dec 2011 | 9:49 am

  This December has been crazywonderful. I guess it proves the pendulum theory - last year was a crazyworkdisaster that dumped me out on December 23 like, Wait? What? Christmas? ---Swing The Pendulum--- This year I have a new job I love, a short commute, and I've been blessed with so many wonderful opportunities to spend time and give thanks with friends this month. I crazylove my Christmas tree this year. I couldn't get one last year, and I just want to give my beautiful tree a hug every time I see it. I usually make sure I have everything Christmas down and put away by January 1st so I can…

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  Parlour Magazine

• D’Angelo Returns Triumphantly At Stockholm Concert: Here’s Video Proof

  Hillary Crosley

  27 Jan 2012 | 11:28 am

  Thanks to YouTube you can see D'Angelo's Stockholm concert performance in full color, how does he look and sound in your opinion?

• Love Marni? It’s Coming To H&M

  Hillary Crosley

  27 Jan 2012 | 9:57 am

  While I've been smiling over the cat advertisements for Jason Wu's Target line debuting on Feb. 5, color block loving design house Marni has been busy, with an H&M line.

• Black Brit Director Steve McQueen’s ‘Shame’: A Parlour Review

  Sherry J. Bitting

  27 Jan 2012 | 7:00 am

  It's Oscar season and Sherry's participating by screening "Shame" directed by Black Brit Steve McQueen. So what's so wrong with sex addiction anyway?

• Keith Haring x Nicholas Kirkwood Pumps: Want!

  Shannon Washington

  26 Jan 2012 | 12:41 pm

  The worlds of high fashion and art are no strangers to each other, but why this collaboration is just surfacing is indeed surprising. New York City’s Keith Haring’s signature characters… Read the rest

• Plum Crazy: Deal Of The Day

  Shannon Washington

  26 Jan 2012 | 12:07 pm

  Who doesn't love a good dress, that's on sale? Our deal of the day will satisfy your shopping cravings, and keep your wallet happy.

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• SOPA Can Suck It

  Jezebel

  18 Jan 2012 | 3:11 pm

  If you're still unclear about what's happening on the internet today, check out these links and get on board the anti-SOPA/PIPA bandwagon.Google: End Piracy, Not LibertyWikipedia's SOPA/PIPA InitiativeThe Super PIPA/SOPA Action/Info Reference GuideMother Jones: The Story Behind the SOPA BlackoutStop American CensorshipMashable: Why SOPA Is Dangerous

• Ladies of Liberty: Pre-Valentine Party

  Lilith

  16 Jan 2012 | 9:51 am

  As you may already know, we have been participating with an organization called Soldiers' Angels by sending letters and care packages to deployed servicemembers. We thought we'd give everyone a little update of how things are going and give you information on how you can get involved! The Ladies of Liberty program focuses specifically on the needs of deployed female servicemembers and makes special efforts to support and encourage them. They assist with supplies for their unique health and hygiene needs and help them experience a few "pampering" moments to rejuvenate themselves, even in the…

• Get Your Santorum Sweater Vest Today!

  Jezebel

  11 Jan 2012 | 8:37 pm

  Those of you who have been torturing yourselves by following the race for the Republican presidential nomination might have noticed that Rick Santorum has been sporting some snazzy sweater vests on the campaign trail lately. Well, you'll be thrilled to learn that if you act fast, you can get your very own official Santorum sweater vest from his campaign's website. Check it out:Before today I was not aware that the sweater vest was the perfect symbol of conservative solidarity. The more you know, huh? Aside from the fact that you can get sweater vests anywhere for a lot less than $100...and…

• The AFA's Naughty or Nice List: Foot Locker

  Jezebel

  23 Dec 2011 | 3:30 pm

  Our debunking of the American Family Association's annual Naughty or Nice retailer list continues today with Foot Locker. (If you're not familiar with this list or why we write about it every year, see our intro post here.) The AFA has put Foot Locker on their red list this year, which means they consider them to be a company that is "against Christmas" and that "may use "Christmas" sparingly in a single or unique product description, but as a company, does not recognize it". Let's investigate that.Foot Locker uses the tagline "Celebrate Kicksmas" for their holiday advertising. Here's a…

• The AFA's Naughty or Nice List: 1-800-Flowers

  Jezebel

  22 Dec 2011 | 8:10 pm

  Our efforts to debunk that American Family Association's annual Naughty or Nice list of retailers continues today with 1-800-Flowers.com. (If you're not familiar with this list or why we write about it every year, see our intro post here.) The AFA has put 1-800-Flowers on the yellow list this year, which means that according to them it's a company that is "marginal on Christmas" and "refers to Christmas infrequently, or in a single advertising medium, but not in others".We've been taking screenshots of 1-800-Flowers.com since Thanksgiving. Take a look and judge for yourself:So we can all…

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  Premium Woman

• What Makes Love Tick Today

  Premium Woman

  27 Jan 2012 | 6:43 am

  The famous Mills and Boons romance series turned 100 in 2008. For eons now, the series has been a global cultural phenomenon, synonymous with excitement and emotional fulfillment. The books reflect changing romance concepts in the real world. The most memorable and evergreen romances have been Penny Jordan’s Darker Side of Desire and Flora Kidd’s Open Marriage. These authors were experts at sensuality while creating sexual tension and romance. Most of the women grew up reading these romances. And they identified with the heroine, felt her heartache and pined for the extraordinary dark…

• Choose Olive Oil for a Healthy Heart

  Premium Woman

  27 Jan 2012 | 6:26 am

  An 11 year study into the cooking and eating habits of over 40,000 adults in Spain has concluded that there is no link between eating fried foods and the risk of heart disease or premature death – as long as you use olive oil in your frying pan. The Mediterranean lifestyle is renowned for its healthy diet, with olive oil being a central ingredient in every Spanish, Italian and Greek recipe book. The study has also identified sunflower oil as being a better option for maintaining your health and wellbeing than butter or lard. Unfortunately for us, switching to olive

• Must-Have Fashion Accessories for a Stylish Look

  Premium Woman

  27 Jan 2012 | 4:20 am

  While walking around the mall with a teenager I know, I learned quite a bit about what the current trends for 2012 are when it comes to fashion accessories. She would speedily run from one display to the next and when she actually stopped for a few seconds those were the items I took note of. I’m going to level here; the trends are all over the place! From vintage, to feathered accessories, to bright rainbow colored, and tribal jewelry, there is something for every taste. Here is what I saw! Feathers My crazy teenager was NUTS about feathers. She

• How to Deal With Back Pain during Pregnancy

  Premium Woman

  25 Jan 2012 | 11:45 pm

  Pregnancy is an important but health-sensitive event for every woman. During pregnancy due to the growing foetus in the womb and changes in hormonal levels various physical, nutritious and emotional changes occur to somewhat inconvenience and cause mild problems in every woman during this period. Nausea, (morning sickness) during the early part of pregnancy is thought to be a sign of pregnancy. Back pain is very common too. As women gain weight, walk, sit and work in a new ways, various hormones secreted during pregnancy relax the muscles and tendons. All these can lead to back pain. Back…

• How to Avoid Feeling Lonely

  Premium Woman

  24 Jan 2012 | 11:42 pm

  There is no flinching from the truth that loneliness has been around us despite all the comforts we enjoy today in our daily lives. Almost every one of us, for at least once in a life, goes through it invariably. Loneliness has attained more relevance today in the wake of the ever-increasing penetration of computers, networking sites and the most superlative of multifarious technologies into our lives. It is ironical that even a growing population, expanding cities, round-the-clock access facilities and the opening up of more laughter clubs has not resulted in the eradication of loneliness…

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  Lip-Sticking

• Facebook for Places from Mari Smith

  Yvonne

  27 Jan 2012 | 9:38 am

  Professional Facebook expert, Mari Smith, shares insight into the way businesses can use Facebook Places. Do you use this tool? How is it working for you?

• Chevy's got a Super Bowl App and a big Game Time Sweepstakes

  Donna DeClemente

  25 Jan 2012 | 8:34 am

  By Guest Blogger, Donna DeClemente, Donna's Promo Talk For anyone that is a true football fan, last Sunday was by far one of the most exciting NFL conference championship game days you can have. Yes, it will take a while for Raven fans to get over the missed chip-shot field goal and the 49er's to wonder what if they didn't turn over the ball in overtime. We're now moving on to Super Bowl XLVI with a big rematch between the Patriots and the Giants. As I said in my last post, I'm betting on Eli Manning and the New York Giants to be this year's champions. The Super Bowl has now become the most…

• How Much Do You Love To Write?

  Yvonne

  21 Jan 2012 | 7:00 am

  Guest post by Blog Manager Robbi Hess As an entrepreneur you wake up every morning with an itch to get in front of your computer and start writing, right? You're looking forward to jumping into your social media updates, writing a blog post or two, putting together a proposal or even composing business correspondence. Raise your hand if you love it. Hhhmm I am not seeing too many hands. Do you find writing to be a chore? Just not something that you enjoy because you don't know what to write about, you stress about grammar and punctuation or is it simply the blank screen that makes you…

• Women and Health: Designing Your Second Half of Life

  Yvonne

  20 Jan 2012 | 10:39 am

  by Yvonne DiVita Yes, there is a 2nd half to life for women. It comes around age 50. Unlike our mothers, who considered 50 'old', today's women know that 50 can be enlightening, invigorating, freeing, and full of expectation. We disdain the rocking chair on the porch. If we knit, it's because we need a blog post! If we cook, it's because we have a passion for taste - and love sharing. If we're married, we're happier than our mothers were (because we have a friendship as well as a marriage), and if we're not married, we're content and full of the wonder of life as it beckons us with…

• “Teach us,” is the cry of the women

  Mary Schmidt

  20 Jan 2012 | 9:45 am

  By Guest Blogger, Mary Schmidt Marketing Troubleshooter This is a quote from the Global Hope Network International's web site about a village in Afghanistan the group is helping become self-sustaining.   Qala e Nadar is a small village framed by rugged mountains on one side and less than fifteen kilometers from Kabul, the capital city of Afghanistan on the other. Overlooked and forgotten, Qala e Nadar is small and too close to the city to merit help. Thirty years ago, the traditionally nomadic community settled on this dry, arid and barren plain. There is no accessible school, no local…

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  Connections for Women

• I love you Rick Bayless but it's over ...

  Connections for Women

  2 Jan 2012 | 12:53 pm

  Not an ingredient in a mole sauce! My dog. We're breaking up, really, you've tested me enough, and now that the smoke has cleared, the debris been shoveled out and the company gone, it's over! For the third year in succession I hosted the whole gang up at the cabin for the holidays. The gang includes my daughter, husband and boys 10 and 14 - who incidentally arrived with stomach flu but

• Alone and then there's ALONE

  Connections for Women

  14 Dec 2011 | 1:12 pm

  With a recent end to a relationship, a somewhat impulsive move to the house in the mountains and a snowfall that has me snowed in, I've taken to brooding on the subject of living alone. When my husband died almost seven years ago - alone was paralyzing for a while. And then I hurled myself into a flurry of activity - massive renovation on the house and garden, travel, volunteering. Anything

• When Life Gives You Lemons - Make Lemon Curd

  Connections for Women

  11 Dec 2011 | 4:35 pm

  Miserable few days - head cold that won't go away, layer of dust throughout the house result of putting in laminate floors, brilliant idea for a native stone patio out front has evolved into a skating rink - need to re-direct the gutters.  There's always something! Headed into Tucson for a few days to hang out with grandsons while the parents were away. Visit coincided with a hard freeze.

• When the going gets tough - the tough bake!

  Connections for Women

  2 Dec 2011 | 5:01 pm

  Oh long silence from this blog - survived the Wallow Fire - took off on a sailing odyssey and now, back on dry land (well, snow-covered) am contemplating a winter in the mountains as opposed to my beloved Tucson house. Long story - no need for details. Suffice to say this resolutely independent, single woman of a certain age got herself involved with a man! Gasp. And today with the tail-lights of

• WALLOW FIRE - TOO PERSONAL AND UP CLOSE

  Connections for Women

  10 Jun 2011 | 12:45 pm

  For the three or so years that this Blog has been posting - you've heard stories of my time spent at my cabin  in Dry Valley, Nutrioso - a slice of heaven in the eastern corner of Arizona.  It's been my retreat, my source for inspiration, the center of large family gatherings, Thanksgiving dinners, tamale making, wonderful hikes in the Aspen clad Escudilla Wilderness, blissful hours on the front

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  Gotham Gal

• Mexico City, Day Four

  joanne wilson

  28 Jan 2012 | 6:58 am

  We started the day walking over to the National Museum of Anthropology which is located right on Chapultepec Park.  The museum is huge.  This picture is taken inside the museum where there is a very large courtyard.  The wooden carving holding up the ceiling defines the museum.  Large tombs, statues and pyramids dating back to B.C.  Each area of the museum is on the ground floor and you enter through a door so you can really pick and choose which area you want to see or if you want to see each one.  We made a quick loop and although I am well aware how amazing everything is in there it…

• Restaurant Pujol

  joanne wilson

  27 Jan 2012 | 7:08 am

  Restaurant Pujol is supposedly the best place in Mexico City to eat right now.  There is a ordering menu as well as two tasting menu options.  We opted to just pick from the menu.  The service is incredible and nobody really speaks English so keep that in mind.  There is not an English menu either.  The restaurant is simple understated yet elegant.  We had a few drinks to start.  I had just a tequila but my friend had a margarita of fresh lime juice that she declared might have been the best margarita she has ever had period.  The signature dish that comes to each table from the chef…

• Speech at WEF

  joanne wilson

  26 Jan 2012 | 8:38 am

  For anyone who wasn't at the Womens Entrepreneur Festival, here is the speech that I gave to kick off the festival.   WE Festival Kickoff from ITP on Vimeo.

• Mexico City, Day Three

  joanne wilson

  26 Jan 2012 | 8:13 am

  We had a serious day.  We ordered up coffee and a fruit plate for the room before starting off on the day. It is truly fantastic when you call for the coffee and they say "uno momento" and it literally is.  We are going decadent and had a drive take us over to Merced Market.  The first thing the driver says to us when we get in the car and I tell him where we are going he says "oh no, that is very dangerous for you."  My friend was not thrilled with that one. I told the driver, that is where we are going and it is fine....and it was.  Just driving there was amazing.  This huge street…

• Azul Condessa

  joanne wilson

  26 Jan 2012 | 8:13 am

  Azul Condessa and Azul Y Oro are two restaurants of the same.  The chef, Richard Munoz Zurita started with Azul Y Oro that was located inside the Universite.  He then opened Azul Condessa with the same menu yet in a different location with longer hours.  I would have loved to go to the original for lunch but it wasn't in the cards. The menu is divided into a few categories.  Specialties of the house, what is on the menu and a monthly festival menu.  The festival menu last night was stuffed chiles.  Lots of vegetarian options.  Just a really Mexican food with the right balance of…

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  Your Life After 25

• Why Frugal Living = Happiness

  Da Vinci

  25 Jan 2012 | 11:30 pm

  When most people think about frugal living, all sorts of negative connotations spring to mind…deprivation, misery, and stinginess might be just a few. I’ve even had people look at my lifestyle and say, “I would never want to live like her!” Maybe I’m an odd duck, but a money-saving lifestyle has always seemed like a [...]

• How To Cut Your Own Bangs

  Da Vinci

  25 Jan 2012 | 11:00 pm

  Step 1: Before you start Make sure you have a decent comb, scissors, and a mirror. Always cut the hair when dry as it will spring up. Work with the hairline rather than against it. Step 2: Fringe size Work within the temple area. Don’t go too far deep, otherwise the bangs will come across [...]

• Enter @YourLifeAfter25′s Valentine’s Day Sweep! Jan 23- Feb 1

  Da Vinci

  23 Jan 2012 | 2:30 pm

      The season for love has arrived and Valentine’s day is fast approaching.  To celebrate Your Life After 25 has put together a prize pack for a $50 gift card to Red Lobster and $25 gift card for Frederick’s of Hollywood so you can celebrate with your honey!   Eligibility: 18+ Worldwide Start date: [...]

• Da Vinci’s Valentine’s Day Gift Ideas & Finds!

  Da Vinci

  23 Jan 2012 | 2:25 pm

  Valentine’s day is just around the corner so I hope you’re starting to think about those nauseatingly cute things to do!  I was helping a friend look for a gift recently and I found quite a few nifty gift ideas that I wanted to share with you all. Let’s be real this is definitely one [...]

• Style For The Pear Shaped Body

  Da Vinci

  23 Jan 2012 | 11:40 am

  What pants look best on a pear shaped body? The pants that look best on a pear-shaped body depend on your waist and how narrow it is. If your waist is narrow, choose pants that are low. They would look great on you and give a really nice silhouette around your hips and your butt. [...]

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  skirt!

• Husbands and Knives: The Henny Penny Technique

  kmadams321

  27 Jan 2012 | 11:00 pm

  Nowhere in Essentiail Pepin  does Jacques Pepin explain how to coerce others into helping you. Braising, marinating, curing, yes. Coercion, no. I was going to have to improvise. read more

• Valentine Gift Tips

  sbishop

  27 Jan 2012 | 10:43 pm

  Valentine’s Day is around the corner.  Here is some gift giving tips.  read more

• Time To Get A Chinlift...Or Trying To Age Gracefully

  aboatwright

  27 Jan 2012 | 7:56 pm

  In the last eight weeks, my baby turned eight, my middle child became a teenager and my oldest (whom I still remember as a wee babe on my shoulder) turned 15 and is talking about getting his learner’s permit. read more

• Knocking the Lights Out

  jakalili

  27 Jan 2012 | 1:37 pm

  When TV shows were only on TV, and only available on certain nights at certain times, I was not an avid viewer. I didn’t like being tied down, and I resented it when family or friends just “had” to get home to watch their favorite shows. Later, we could record shows on our VCRs (I could here admit that I saw my very first VCR in my 2nd grade classroom, and that my family bought our first VCR when I was 11, but suddenly that makes me feel soundly outdated); then came TiVo, but I hated that, too. read more

• Spring?

  Deanna GP

  27 Jan 2012 | 1:20 pm

  What are you thinking?:  I'm getting close to looking forward to Spring. Photo: 

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  The Next Women - Business Magazine

• She Takes on the World Founder Natalie MacNeil's TEDx Talk: Women are the Largest Block of Untapped Catalysts for Tomorrow

  She Takes On The World

  27 Jan 2012 | 8:00 am

  She Takes on the World Founder Natalie MacNeil’s TEDx Talk about women as the largest block of untapped catalysts for tomorrow and how we can empower women to change the world.

• Your First Step Into The World Of Social Media Marketing: Listen to Your Customer

  Paul Writer

  27 Jan 2012 | 8:00 am

  Are you hesitating with your social media strategy, unsure of where to start? You are not alone! In this interview David Alston, CMO of Radian6, explains how listening to what your customers are saying to, and about, your company is the best first step to take. PW: ln our recent survey, social media was seen as the next big thing for marketers with 41% stating that they would be looking at it in 2012.  Yet, many organizations hesitate.  What is the mindset change required within an organization to succeed with this medium? DA: If companies are feeling overwhelmed and don’t want to…

• Lean Startup Creator Eric Ries Packs The House at London Event

  Sabrina Kiefer

  27 Jan 2012 | 8:00 am

  Some 500 people packed the theatre on a recent Monday evening at the Business Leaders Network (BLN) event showcasing Eric Ries, Silicon Valley entrepreneur and author of The Lean Startup. (Well done BLN, and especially Mark Littlewood, who hosted the proceedings and ran the Q&A with aplomb and humour.) This and numerous other packed TLS events in the preceding week in Ireland and the UK showed that Ries’s fame preceded him, even drawing attendees from continential Europe. Much has already been written and said online about the Lean Startup method, and the book is so widely available…

• How Do I Enter A Room Confidently?

  Heather Townsend

  26 Jan 2012 | 8:00 am

  I’ve spent a large portion of 2011 helping professionals and business owners become more confident to both stay in to network as well as going out to network. Every time I run a training workshop focusing more on the working the room part of networking, there is normally someone who wants to know how to enter a room confidently. It sounds like a trivial matter to enter a room confidently. Or at least that’s what we try and tell ourselves, when we are beating ourselves up because we still haven’t cracked the secret of confidently entering a room. Let’s be honest, it can be very…

• Heidi Messer, Co-Founder, Collective[i]: Dream Big, Recruit the Right People, Stay Focused & Execute

  The NextWomen DWEN Interview Series

  26 Jan 2012 | 8:00 am

  Heidi Messer is Co-founder and Chairman of Collective[i]™, a cloud-based business intelligence platform that enables business leaders to answer their toughest questions through big data analysis. Heidi is also Co-Founder and CEO of World Evolved, a global investment and expansion platform. Prior to Collective[i]™and World Evolved, Hiedi and her brother, Stephen Messer, co-founded LinkShare Corporation, which is host to one of the world’s largest online affiliate networks. Heidi and her brother built and managed LinkShare until its sale to Rakuten for $425 million in 2005. Recognized as…

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  Marcia G. Yerman

• Will Bullies Win the Fight for Clean Air?

  Marcia G. Yerman

  24 Jan 2012 | 12:22 pm

  Remember when you were in grade school, playing some kind of team game and the score was so close? Your side got over the top -- and then the most menacing member of the opposition would call, "Do-Over!" It seems that despite whatever advancements the Environmental Protection Agency makes to keep the air clean and the public's health safe, there will always be those calling for a "do-over." It's no longer the bully with the cowlick that always punched the boys or tripped the girls when the teacher wasn't looking -- it's lobbyists, big coal and oil, those in industry with clout, and all the…

• The Clean Air Fight Continues in 2012

  Marcia G. Yerman

  4 Jan 2012 | 9:42 am

  As the last days of December waned, Lisa P. Jackson and the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) had a lot to celebrate. They made it through 2011. They held their ground against a continued barrage of attacks by lawmakers -- who did their best to denigrate the agency and render it toothless. They weathered a surprise walk back by the President on the smog initiative, which had to make them question if they had ample support to get their agenda accomplished. (It should be noted that the EPA is slated to receive about 1 percent of the 2012 Federal discretionary budget, a reduction of 12.6…

• Blood and Gifts: A Conversation With Playwright J.T. Rogers

  Marcia G. Yerman

  31 Dec 2011 | 11:47 am

  A recent article in the New York Times pointed out that the United States' war in Afghanistan remained "just a blip on the American news media's radar in 2011." The exact amount of coverage, in statistics from the Project for Excellence in Journalism, was given at 2 percent. Perhaps it is not surprising that the scope of the dealings that led to our involvement in that country are below-the-radar as well. Blood and Gifts, a play by J.T. Rogers, creates a full overview of the issues and choices that were the precursors to our current situation. Commissioned by Lincoln Center Theater, and…

• "Becoming Ginger Rogers": How Patrice Tanaka Found Her Joy

  Marcia G. Yerman

  29 Dec 2011 | 3:18 pm

  With the year drawing to a close and a fresh beginning on the horizon, there is no better time to examine the attitudes and strategies we adopt to cope with the vagaries of daily existence. In her new memoir, "Becoming Ginger Rogers: How Ballroom Dancing Made Me a Happier Woman, Better Partner, and Smarter CEO," Patrice Tanaka shares the story of how she committed to living in the present while putting joy in her life. The shattering events of 9/11 are a backdrop to the beginning of Tanaka's narration. The Twin Towers had been part of the view from her office window, and after the attacks she…

• Mercury Ruling: Waiting For the EPA

  Marcia G. Yerman

  20 Dec 2011 | 11:04 pm

  As a writer for Moms Clean Air Force, I was eagerly waiting to hear the December 16 announcement from the Environmental Protection Agency on their new rules to limit mercury and other toxic air pollutants. The day came and went, but there was no news. The EPA is under a court-ordered deadline to sign the final air toxics rule for power plants into law. The updated regulations were slated to put out new standards for power plants that burn coal and oil. The goal was to cut approximately 90 percent of the mercury emitted from exhaust within three years. Other pollutants, including heavy metals,…

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  Women Entrepreneurs GROW Global

• Zimbabwe Female Entrepreneurs Face Funding Challenges

  Laurel Delaney

  23 Jan 2012 | 2:41 pm

  When it comes to obtaining credit from financial institutions, the perception is quite dismal from Zimbabwe women entrepreneurs a recent survey shows. Yet, according to the study “An Analysis of the Enabling Environment and Potential for Women’s Empowerment” by Dr. Charity Manyeruke on behalf of the Women Alliance of Business Associations in Zimbabwe (Wabaz), a significant segment of female entrepreneurs have not attempted to obtain funding from financial institutions. The negative perception might be getting in the way of at least attempting to make things happen.  Even…

• When It Comes to Giving, Measure What Matters

  Laurel Delaney

  13 Jan 2012 | 4:33 pm

  When giving money, give to nonprofits that measure what matters to you.  That’s advice from Mary Ellen Iskenderian (pictured), President and CEO, Women’s World Banking. Watch video here:  big think interview Posted by:  Laurel Delaney Filed under: Economic growth, Enlighten Me!, Finance, Gender challenges, Social Entrepreneurship, World entrepreneurship Tagged: big think, Laurel Delaney, Mary Ellen Iskenderian, measure what matters, Women's World Banking

• Women Are Essential to the Revival of the U.S. Economy

  Laurel Delaney

  8 Jan 2012 | 4:12 pm

  As Kay Koplovitz (pictured) points out: Women hold 80 % the purchasing power for consumer goods in the U.S., a sector accounting for a critical 70% of the U.S. economy. So we already know that women are essential to the revival of the U.S. economy. Women are also a rising powerhouse in building the economy as founders of high growth companies.  Find out why by reading the entire article: Women:  The Emerging Market in High Growth Businesses Illustration credit here. Posted by:  Laurel Delaney Filed under: Economic growth, Gender challenges Tagged: emerging market, hight growth businesses,…

• Season’s Greetings From Women Entrepreneurs GROW Global!

  Laurel Delaney

  28 Dec 2011 | 8:24 pm

  © Laurel J. Delaney, 2011 Wishing you a Happy Holiday season and a New Year filled with hope and promise. Filed under: Miscellaneous Tagged: happy holidays, hope and promise in 2012, Laurel Delaney, Season's Greetings, women entrepreneurs grow global

• Ease the Environment To Bring More Women Into Entrepreneurship

  Laurel Delaney

  23 Dec 2011 | 3:49 pm

  How to empower women?  Declare 2013 as “Women Entrepreneurship Development Year.”  And in the case of Nepal, ease the environment to bring more women into entrepreneurship. Minister for Industry Anil Jha said he is positive about the proposal. He said, “I am also positive about necessary amendments in policies that would ease the environment for women entrepreneurs.” Suresh Kumar Basnet, president of Nepal Chamber of Commerce (NCC) requested the government to seriously implement policies to bring more women into entrepreneurship. Learn more here. Illustration credit: …

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  Vyne World

• THE INTERNATIONAL HAIR STRUGGLE

  thevyne

  22 Jan 2012 | 8:44 pm

  By Leila N. Throughout my many travels to Europe over the past 7 years, I’ve learned that many black women struggle with finding good hair products or a great hair stylist they can trust. Having lived in Barcelona, Spain, I personally struggled with maintaining the healthy beauty regimen I adopted in The States. I realized how hard it was to find quality beauty products, especially because there wasn’t a beauty supply store in every corner. So I put on my entrepreneurial hat and created Isabis Beauty, a social commerce website where women worldwide could “Share Beauty. Shop Beauty.” I…

• Home Accoutrements

  thevyne

  22 Jan 2012 | 8:23 pm

  Dorothy was right…there’s no place like home, especially when you fill it comfy and beautiful accoutrements like these: 1. Vanity Trays – Why just have your jewelry, perfume or mail for that matter strewn across your dresser or table when you can place it in a beautiful tray? It pulls together your nick-nacs for a effortlessly neat and sophisticated look. 2.  Pure Beech Jersey Knit Sheets – Your guests will never want to leave once they sleep on these sheets. Heck you won’t even want to leave your bed once you try them out. In the words of Aziz Ansari,…

• Woman to Watch: Rosalind Brewer

  thevyne

  21 Jan 2012 | 2:58 pm

  Name: Rosalind ‘Roz’ Brewer Education: B.S in Chemistry, Spelman College, Attended the Advanced Management Program, University of Pennsylvania, The Wharton School of Business, graduated from Director’s College at the University of Chicago School of Business/Stanford School of Law. Current City: Atlanta, GA Occupation: CEO, Sam’s Club (owned by Walmart), effective 2/1/12. Rosalind is the first woman and the first African American to hold a CEO position in one of Walmart’s business units. Growing Up: This Michigan native is the youngest of five children. She and her siblings were the…

• I’ve Had it with ‘Black’ Movies and TV

  thevyne

  21 Jan 2012 | 12:56 pm

  By Bethany Gardner, Vyne Contributor I have had it with “black” movies and TV. If I see one more trailer for a so-called romantic “comedy” with a bunch of black leads and a plot I’ve figured out (boy meets girl cute, boy/girl introduces other to family, drama ensues, boy/girl breakup then make up, wedding) by the end of the commercial, I think I might just lose it completely. Viewing a movie with a range of quite funny to mediocre black comedians dredging up some stereotype of black culture to give the same derivative spin on (family drama, black dating, thug life) has me reaching…

• Trends to Carry Over into 2012

  thevyne

  15 Jan 2012 | 11:22 am

  Ever wonder how much of last years hot trends you can/should carry over into this year? Wonder no more folks, here’s a list of trends to hang on to (or pick up) for winter 2012. Side note, here’s the thing about trends, only choose the ones that work for you. For example, Kailei could probably pull off the “stiletto” nail craze…but I on the other hand would have to opt for the “navy colored” nail. 70′s Inspired Looks – Zoe Saldana looks effortlessly chic in these easy, daytime interpretations of 70′s style. Claudia Schiffer’s…

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  Italian American Girl ™

• Official Information : Costa Concordia Tragedy - US EMBASSY TO ITALY ISSUES IMPORTANT INFORMATION

  14 Jan 2012 | 3:51 pm

  Due to the recent shipwreck tragedy of the Costa Concordia off the coast of Tuscany,Italy and with many Americans aboard --the US Embassy to Italy has issued important information with updates for those seeking information for loved ones aboard the ship. You can follow the embassy on Facebook or Twitter.Click on the link for official updates:http://italy.usembassy.gov/news-events/costa-concordia.html

• Digital Diary of Basilicata : A Video Masterpiece of Italy

  2 Jan 2012 | 12:53 pm

  This is by far one of the most beautifully shot videos I've seen of Italy. 7 artists, 7 days travel in Basilicata, Italy - capturing the most captivating images ever. The project is called, http://www.cantforget.it/people/get-involved - To learn more about this project visit the site: you can get involved.

• Italian Merry Christmas - Buon Natale a Tutti!

  24 Dec 2011 | 9:15 am

  Dear Italian American Girl readers, I wish you all a blessed and healthy Merry Christmas. Thank you for all your support and continued love throughout this year. Buon Natale. Love-Margaret

• Italian Singer, Giada Valenti Performing Christmas Show

  27 Nov 2011 | 8:45 am

  Italian singer, songwriter and amazing performer, Giada Valenti is set to perform a Christmas concert on December 11, 2011 in the the beautiful Alumni Theatre at Caldwell College. Accompanied by her full 4-piece band she will take you on a romantic musical journey singing hits fro the 60s, 70s and 80s, combined with a selection of Christmas favorites.Christmas in Italy, featuring Giada ValentiSunday, December 11 at 3pmAlumni Theatre @ Caldwell College120 Bloomfield Ave, Caldwell, NJPremium Seating $45 (row 1-4)General Seating $30 (all remaining rows)For tickets visit…

• Behind The Scenes - Bertolli Meal Soups Commercial For 'Today' Show Cooking School

  20 Nov 2011 | 7:26 am

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  Independent Belle

• Out With The Old, In With The New

  Independent Belle

  4 Jan 2012 | 2:51 pm

  I don’t usually make New Years Resolutions. I’d rather NOT state what I want to do and then just do it. However, I’m starting to think there might be something to the accountability aspect of making a resolution that is important. So here goes: In 2012, I resolve to not date Mr. Right Now. There, I’ve said it. This might sound like an obvious goal for a single gal but I can assure you it has not always been my policy when dating. Most of the time I manage to meet someone who has some of the qualities I’m looking for and then I fill in the blanks with my own…

• Quick Bit From A Belle

  Independent Belle

  23 Aug 2011 | 9:19 am

  Hi from Henry! Hey Belles!  I’m traveling for work this week but in the meantime I thought I’d let Henry say hello since it’s been awhile since he’s made an appearance. Hope you are all having a great week! -Belle

• Match Point: Belle Moves On

  Independent Belle

  9 Aug 2011 | 2:13 pm

  I’m not exactly surprised with the response I received from my last post.  Friendships, relationships, romances, flings… regardless of how you define it, connections between people are complicated.  One of the advantages to writing this blog is that so much of the time I’m able to get a clear perspective on situations by hearing your point of view.  It’s therapeutic really.  For those of you who commented, you were all right… because there wasn’t a wrong answer.  We all make choices based on our past experiences.  For me, this meant listening to…

• The Coach vs. Belle: Halftime Report

  Independent Belle

  26 Jul 2011 | 1:02 pm

  A Belle has been in a bit of a funk the past few days.  After three different waves of company this past month, I’m now back in my routine but it doesn’t exactly feel like life is back to normal.  In addition to empty nest syndrome, I’ve had something else on my mind as well.  Okay, someone. Here is a 30 second summary of pre-funk background to get you caught up: A couple of my friends (husband and wife) from back South came to stay with me for a week of Chi-town fun.  These friends also happen to be mutual friends of The Coach, and as a result we all hung out together…

• Wedding Belles For Bella

  Independent Belle

  10 Jul 2011 | 2:57 pm

  Despite my extended absence: NO, a Belle did not run off and get married.  My absence was merely a result of late nights in the city followed by long days soaking up the sun on my rooftop deck, where, unfortunately WiFi is about as reliable as the guy I dated last summer. Actually, a Belle did get married, just not THIS Belle. However, it happened to be one of the most amazing Belles I’ve ever met.  There are so many reasons why this wedding seemed different than others; there seemed to be something karmic about it, and how it left everyone with restored hope for our own romantic…

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  Ramble Ramble

• Look to the Sky and Exhale

  Ginger

  27 Jan 2012 | 3:59 pm

    It’s Friday, and here in San Diego the sun is shining, the sky is a brilliant blue, and the trees are blooming. I’m reminded how lucky I am to have landed in this little corner of the world, a place where my daily quota for sunshine is almost always met, where I see the ocean every day on my commute, and where, if I’m honest, it pains me to think of ever leaving. We may someday–the cost may be too high, the distances from family too great, the opportunities too limited–but for now, I look up into the blue and am glad to be home.

• Making Time, Taking Time

  Ginger

  25 Jan 2012 | 12:02 pm

  A full-time job, a commute, a toddler,a dog, a cat, a freelance business, an upcoming art show, a side business, three blogs, one online store, multiple twitters, facebooks, tumblr, pinterest, etc., etc., etc. 24 hours. Two people. Something ends up giving, and sadly, what usually gives first is time together. We retreat to our corners, we work weekends, I’m on the computer upstairs, he’s painting in the office downstairs. It’s not always like this, but right now, things are kind of insane in our house, and so we power through with our heads down and grab an hour here, 30…

• Reads From Around the Web

  Ginger

  22 Jan 2012 | 2:33 pm

  Whew! It’s been a fabulous few days to be a blogger here, and I’m so thankful to the SITS ladies for featuring me. I’m (slowly) working my way through each and every comment I got, and checking out a million new blogs, and holy WOW is it fun–but it may take me a bit to fully catch up! That said, no time for excuses. Instead, it’s time for some more Reads From Around the Web! There’s a lot of really great stuff in the links, as usual, so take your time reading and enjoy! I’m starting us off with some funny, because it’s Sunday and I feel like…

• It’s My SITS Day!

  Ginger

  19 Jan 2012 | 2:01 am

  I’m thrilled today to welcome SITS readers to my humble little abode! For those of you who don’t know what The SITS Girls is, it’s a community of more than 10,000 bloggers who support one another by leaving comments & learning about blogging & providing a community for growth. You may recall my gushing over Bloggy Bootcamp last year–that’s another awesome piece of the SITS pie. And today, well, today is my day as the featured blogger, which has me both excited and a little nervous. I mean, I’m putting on my best face for company, I hope they like…

• Being Married to an Artist

  Ginger

  16 Jan 2012 | 12:05 pm

  I’ve had people ask me before what it’s like to be married to an artist. I think what people really mean is “what’s it like to live with someone so creative all the time” but the reality is that every artist (like every person) is probably different. My husband, for example, is definitely not the stereotype of the flaky, flighty, head-in-the-clouds artist. In another life, in fact, my husband probably would have been a scientist of some kind, or maybe an engineer. That said, he IS creative. He looks at the world in a much different way than I look at the world,…

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• The Behavior Gap

  Manisha Thakor

  5 Jan 2012 | 9:21 pm

  Last week my hubby and I had dinner with our dear friends Harry and Olivia. Towards the end of the meal Harry asked a very interesting question. “When you pick up a menu, what side do you look at first – the right or the left?” Harry and I immediately said “the right” while my hubby and Olivia both said “the left.” What’s on the right side of a menu? The prices! What’s on the left? The food! Harry’s question beautifully highlights a trend academics have long noticed – namely that we are often attracted to our financial…

• Give A Gift That Keeps on Giving

  Manisha Thakor

  20 Dec 2011 | 10:55 pm

  Are you feeling last minute holiday shopping stress?  If so, you are not alone.  This blog post can help. The other day my sweet hubby emailed me two links. The first (“Shoppers Forgo Basics For Presents“) was a gut-wrenching read. It was a powerful reminder of how easy it is during the holiday season to go off base with our spending. The second (“All I Want For Christmas Is You“) was an uplifting song from Mariah Carey. It flipped my mood 180 degrees by reminding me that what most of us really want from the holidays is just to be happy and around the people we love.

• Spend Your Remaining FSA Dollars… In Under an Hour!

  Manisha Thakor

  14 Dec 2011 | 9:53 pm

  Would you like to experience less (financial) stress and more (money) joy this holiday season? If you’re a flexible spending account (FSA) user, there’s an easy way for you to get both: take a look at your current FSA account balance and spend down any remaining funds. Yes, you heard that correctly. I’m encouraging you to SPEND! The reason is that if you don’t spend all of the money in your FSA by the end of your plan year, that money will be forfeited as a result of the “use it or lose it” rule. Here’s a simple 6-point plan you can follow to spend…

• The Quiet Wisdom Of Saving

  Manisha Thakor

  8 Dec 2011 | 1:44 pm

  photo by Juliancolton2 “Where is the Life we have lost in living? Where is the wisdom we have lost in knowledge? Where is the knowledge we have lost in information?” -T.S. Eliot Reading these beautiful words from T.S. Eliot, I am struck by how well they describe our current relationship with money. With so many personal finance books, magazines, shows and blogs presenting information, we women should feel confident in the knowledge that our finances are in order, right? After a 15-year career in the institutional financial services world, I’ve spent the past few years traveling the…

• Top 5 Health Expenses You Didn’t Know Could Be Tax Free

  Manisha Thakor

  1 Dec 2011 | 10:35 pm

  Can focusing on your health help you to pay less in taxes?  If your employer offers a healthcare flexible spending account (“FSA”) and you elect to participate, the answer is yes! Toward the end of the year I am frequently asked about ways to lower minimize the burden of taxes. That’s a logical query. After all, it’s not what you earn that puts food on your table, but what you get to keep after Uncle Sam takes his cut. When it comes to tax breaks most people think of the mortgage interest deduction and charitable contributions. Those are certainly common and valuable…

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• Do Apologies Belong In Leadership?

  lmerlobooth

  25 Jan 2012 | 8:53 am

  As many people know, Corporate America can be an incredibly stressful culture in which to maneuver.  Today’s economy has only compounded this fact.  Leaders are stressed, employees are stretched to their limits and lay-offs are all too common in many companies.  As a result of these pressures, people’s humanity, and the always- changing demands of business, people are making mistakes.  Not surprisingly, some of these mistakes are being made by the leaders, managers and owners of companies.  Even those in charge are not infallible or perfect.The fact that…

• Resentment In Relationships: Are Others To Blame For Your Resentment?

  lmerlobooth

  17 Jan 2012 | 3:17 pm

  Resentments creep up in relationships all the time.  You’re resentful that your partner works all the time.  You’re resentful that your boss gave your co-worker a raise, but not you.  You feel resentment at your parents for the way they raised you and now expect you to take care of them.  You’re resentful that your children take advantage of you…and on and on.The truth is that resentments can grow at an absurd rate if you’re not careful.  I say if YOU are not careful…because YOU are the only one responsible for your resentments.  Your…

• Honesty In Business—Is It Wise?

  lmerlobooth

  10 Jan 2012 | 8:12 am

  Throughout the years I’ve heard horror stories about lay-offs, firings, restructuring, and so forth.  Some of the more common stories include:•    Company lay-offs being discussed for months among top management, but denied for just as long to the employees.•    Sudden restructurings that require placing employees out-of-state with virtually no warning,•    Security guards escorting long-term employees off the premises immediately following their lay-off. •    Refusing to give employees any advanced…

• When You Don’t Take Care Of You, Other’s Don’t Take Care Of You Either

  lmerlobooth

  5 Jan 2012 | 4:23 pm

  Over the years, I’ve worked with countless women who have centered their entire lives around taking care of others.  If their husbands wanted to take a job that involved excessive traveling, crazy work hours and almost no time with family—no problem.  The women would, in essence, become a single parent and pick up the slack for their husbands’ absences.  If the children wanted to be involved in countless activities, have their mother’s constant, undivided attention and limitless nurturance—by all means the women would become super moms and make that happen. …

• Here’s To The Abnormal Relationship And Setting The Bar Higher (Part II)

  lmerlobooth

  29 Dec 2011 | 1:56 pm

  Recently I wrote about the first five characteristics or creating great relationships rather than “normal” ones.  Below is Part II of setting the bar higher and the remaining five of 10 characteristics of healthy relationships. Enjoy. 6.     Giving. Go out of your way now and then to do a kind act.  Take time to think about what the other person likes (not what you like) and that to them.  If they like to hear compliments—compliment; if they like to see actions—show them action; if they want you to listen better—tune in and listen. …

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• Booking (Un)Success — It’s Not in the Stars for Hotels or Cars for Me

  Carol Margolis

  22 Jan 2012 | 9:18 pm

  Travel booking for the upcoming weeks is total frustration tonight. I tried to book rooms at Marriott and Hilton and both gave me errors after I had selected the dates and room. Well, first it was Hilton’s site that was having technical difficulties. One strike and they were out. Over to Marriott I went. No luck there either. I thought it might be Internet Explorer so I tried Firefox. Nope, that isn’t the issue. The websites display but just won’t take me all the way through. Ok, I’ll at least get my car rentals booked. Oh no … Hertz’s website is down also.

• CNBC’s Quiz: How Much of a Road Warrior Are You?

  Carol Margolis

  13 Jan 2012 | 6:34 pm

  Gold status? That’s all I am? Just because I’ve never forgotten my pants or lost my keys? 50 weeks on the road last year and only Gold? I’m dejected. J I had to take the quiz a second time. Just gotta get to Platinum! No go. I only reached Silver the second time – after I fibbed a bit and said I have forgotten my pants.  Arghh! Head over to CNBC’s Quiz: How Much of a Road Warrior Are You? and check your road warrior-ness. And if you reach Platinum, share your answers! To receive a free copy of our ebook, 70 Secrets to Safe Travel — Because Your Life Can Change in…

• It’s Your Choice! Fairmont Hotels Promotion Offer

  Carol Margolis

  13 Jan 2012 | 1:43 pm

  Fairmont Hotels is offering an interesting promotion. Choose the deal that most appeals to you: Up to 30% off the room rates Free breakfast for two Stay for a free night All of these deals include 10% off Air Canada flights, and some of them include bonus air miles. This promotion applies to their resort properties worldwide so it may appeal to US travelers as well as Canadian and international travelers. Some properties may have blackout dates so verify the qualifications before booking. I love Fairmont Hotels (Lake Louise is my all-time favorite!) and all of these deals sound good to me!

• Role Reversal at the Airport

  Carol Margolis

  9 Jan 2012 | 6:10 am

  It’s Monday morning. I’m awake early, packing the last of my bag and getting ready to fly out for the week. A quick cup of coffee with my husband, a kiss goodbye with a promise to call when I land, and I’m out the door. Wait … it’s not me this morning heading to the airport, it’s my husband. And I’m staying home! Oh, this is weird. While my husband also travels a lot, he usually flies out later in the week and we’ll both be gone from home. I’ve held the Monday morning departure time in our house for years. And rarely am I ever home for a full…

• One-Third of the Way There with Airline Fee Disclosure

  Carol Margolis

  6 Jan 2012 | 6:19 am

  It’s been talked about for a long time and the rules are finally changing – airlines will need to disclose government taxes and fees and other mandatory charges in their advertised fares. Baggage fees are another item that will soon be full disclosed. Airlines to Disclose Ticket Prices Upfront gives more details on the rules that go into effect on January 24th. Now we need the other two-thirds taken care of. How would you like to know the full price of a hotel room (showing the myriad of taxes and those annoying resort fees) upon your initial searching? There should be a rule for this…

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• Everyday and Extraordinary Women are Special Guests at State of Union Address

  24 Jan 2012 | 4:51 pm

  The 23 guests who joined Michelle Obama in her viewing box for tonight's State of the Union address included several notable and recognizable faces: Rep. Gabby Gifford's husband Capt. Mark Kelly;  Laurene Powell Jobs, widow of Steve Jobs; Dr. Jill Biden; and White House senior adviser Valerie Jarrett. But there were many "everday" folks as well....Read Full Post

• On Oscar Nominees, Iron Ladies, and Women At and In the Movies

  24 Jan 2012 | 12:04 pm

  Yesterday this wishy-washy writer saw The Iron Lady, and between Meryl Streep's career-topping performance and Margaret Thatcher's powder-blue coated steel will I was the Jelly Lady, slumped in my seat as the house lights went up. I admire achievement and drive and think I have demonstrated my fair share; but it doesn't come close to what Margaret Thatcher accomplished at a time when men thought nothing of letting the ladies know where their place was, or what Meryl Streep managed in embracing the role of the Iron Lady -- a complete obliteration of herself in service to her work as an…

• Gabrielle Giffords Resigns -- Congresswoman, Interrupted

  22 Jan 2012 | 9:50 pm

  It's hard to watch Rep. Gabrielle Giffords' YouTube video announcing her resignation without blinking away the tears. Perhaps if you turned down the audio track and focused on the visuals, the artfully framed images of Arizona places and people -- interspersed with clips of Giffords looking polished with styled hair, vibrant makeup, and a power-red jacket -- might almost pass for a re-election commercial touting the incumbent's accomplishments while in office....Read Full Post

• What Marianne Gingrich Said in Her ABC Interview

  19 Jan 2012 | 6:24 pm

  There were no big bombshells in last night's Marianne Gingrich/ABC News interview beyond the one that had been dropped earlier in the day when she characterized her ex-husband as interested in pursuing an "open marriage."...Read Full Post

• Why None of Us Should Be Surprised at What Ex-Wife #2 Marianne Says About Newt Gingrich

  19 Jan 2012 | 10:26 am

  If you're surprised by what Marianne Gingrich (Mrs. Newt Gingrich #2) has to say regarding her previous marriage to the former House Speaker, longtime Washington insider, and now presidential candidate, you shouldn't be. Here's why:...Read Full Post

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• What the heck is a career that “makes a contribution?”

  Laurie

  25 Jan 2012 | 1:56 pm

  I have often heard my clients saying, “I just want to make a difference,” or “I want my next career to make a contribution.”  This morning I found myself pondering these expressions, which have become a kind of catch phrase for “doing something worthwhile.”  Here are some other elaborations they offer and I see their [...]

• A Hero Reflects The Hero In Us All

  Laurie

  17 Jan 2012 | 12:34 pm

  This past Monday was Dr. Martin Luther King’s birthday and events throughout Los Angeles and nationwide celebrated this civil rights leader and his contributions.  I was pleased to see President Obama joining with others to help correct the words added to the King memorial on the National Mall in Washington. Mr. King wanted his words [...]

• Stretching the Holidays

  Laurie

  4 Jan 2012 | 3:35 pm

  I am following up the long Christmas and New Year’s holidays with a visit from my niece who will be with us for a week.  It was at first challenging to think of how I’d find time to spend with her, since I’ve returned to working, but I said yes to her visit anyway.  I’m [...]

• Counter Holiday Blues, 6 Activities to Connect With Others

  Laurie

  20 Dec 2011 | 1:44 pm

  If your family doesn’t live near you for you to visit this holiday, or friends are all away seeing their family, you still want to experience the spirit of the holiday season – and that means connection with others.  Here’s 6 ideas how: 1. Start with any friends who live locally and see if they’ve [...]

• Your Part in Holiday Work Crime

  Laurie

  12 Dec 2011 | 10:58 am

  I know, we don’t think taking a few pencils at work is a crime.  In fact, we may find any number of smaller acts of taking what doesn’t belong to us as justifiable.  It’s not.  It’s theft, and it causes an estimated 50 billion a year loss to U.S. companies.  Dan Cosgrove of Mercantile Systems [...]

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• Chocolate Pots de Crème: Sounds Fancy But It's So Simple! Très Facile!

  luci@HereWeAreWithLuci.com (Luci Weston)

  27 Jan 2012 | 8:04 pm

  Can you be anything but happy looking at this scrumptious treat? It tastes even better than it looks! This simple recipe makes it easy to enjoy this french dessert known as "pots de crème" - AKA pot of cream or custard - any time you have a chocolate craving. Expect a deep, rich chocolate flavor from this little cup of love. The texture is thicker than a pudding, and firmer than a traditional mousse. The bonus is that it also has less fat and calories because you don't use heavy cream and can opt for low-fat or fat-free milk. In fact, you may already have the ingredients in your kitchen to…

• Chick Flick Chat: "The Bachelor" S. 16, Ep. 3

  luci@HereWeAreWithLuci.com (Luci Weston)

  19 Jan 2012 | 3:24 pm

  CLICK HERE to listen to the Chick Flick Chat review and discussion of ABC-TV's "The Bachelor" Season 16, Episode 3. NOTE: If you missed the original explanation regarding this recurring CFC series, check out Episode 1's article for details about why this particular reality show was selected for a recurring series. Episode 3: The best word to describe what occurred in Episode 3 is "meltdown." The producers got ratings for the bikini clad street skiing, and the 16 remaining contestants got loopy over a new (or used - depending on how you look at it) bachelorette seeking Ben's affection. Neither…

• Walk your path one step at a time...

  luci@HereWeAreWithLuci.com (Luci Weston)

  16 Jan 2012 | 6:55 pm

  Life's circumstances are not always what you may wish them to be. The pattern of life does not necessarily go as you plan. Beyond any understanding, you may at times be led in different directions that you never imagined, dreamed, or designed. (via positive-thoughts.typepad.com) via billvanloan.typepad.com This weekend, a relative of mine was hit by a car as he was crossing the street. Now, we are all praying that this father, son, husband, grandfather, brother, cousin, nephew, and friend recovers. Get well, Anthony. When I saw this quote, it highlighted how one second can change…

• Chick Flick Chat: "The Bachelor" S. 16, Episode. 2

  luci@HereWeAreWithLuci.com (Luci Weston)

  13 Jan 2012 | 10:43 am

  CLICK HERE to listen to the Chick Flick Chat review and discussion of ABC-TV's "The Bachelor" Season 16, Episode 2. NOTE: If you missed the info regarding this recurring CFC series, check out Episode 1's article for details. Episode 2: A week later and the drama heated up quickly this season. This is not surprising since the ratings for the first episode were down by 17%. Perhaps a bit of re-editing was performed before Ep. 2's airdate? In any case, we saw two one-on-one dates with Ben Flajnik, the sweet and playful bachelor. According to "Bachelor" protocol, these were successful dates…

• Full Moon Wishes

  luci@HereWeAreWithLuci.com (Luci Weston)

  8 Jan 2012 | 7:12 pm

  Part 12 of the HWA Series: Live Your Life Out Loud Dreamers can find their way by moonlight and their only punishment is that they see the dawn before the rest of the world. ~ Oscar Wilde This is a picture of the first full moon of 2012 (taken from my backyard deck). As children, we're taught to look up at the sky and "wish upon a star." There are also beliefs about wishing on a "new" moon's crescent. Whatever you like to wish upon, I think you'll agree that the light and energy of a full moon draws us in and calls to us to make a wish, share a dream, express a hope, set a goal. Each month it…

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• Laughter

  Natalie

  27 Jan 2012 | 12:45 am

  We went to Brian Regan’s show tonight. He’s a comedian, and is apparently very popular in Utah — he sold out two weeks of shows. Apparently it is because he is clean — I’m not sure he knew why because he started out thanking Salt Lake City for the warm welcome, saying “it looks like Utah needs to laugh.”     I think it was clean, but it honestly never occurred to me that he was particularly less profane until I discovered Utah’s fascination. No matter, it was blissful to tip back my head and laugh. I need to do it more. Smiling through…

• Puppy break

  Natalie

  25 Jan 2012 | 10:55 pm

    Today’s great moment is brought to you by this puppy that I completely mauled. It was one of those days that I just couldn’t stop dragging. Doctor Pepper at 10 a.m. saved the moment but I was worried about survival here. But then, then I walked outside into the blue sky and there was a puppy! It was adorable. I didn’t stop to think if it had rabies, I just started mauling it. The owner was outside smoking and probably thought I was insane but that’s OK. I decided that midday puppy breaks is the new shot of espresso.     Oh, and we had an all-staff…

• Gabrielle Giffords

  Natalie

  22 Jan 2012 | 8:32 pm

  This woman blows me away. If you didn’t see the video she released announcing that she is leaving office, here it is. It just gives you hope for America. That good people are out there — fantastic people, great people.   I wish her well in her recovery. We need more like her.

• Loopy

  Natalie

  20 Jan 2012 | 11:33 pm

  Today I woke up with a mega headache. I hesitate to say migraine because those are on a totally different level, but it was definitely “baby migraine” level. I had been pushing it off all week and then boom, it refused to be pushed back. So I slept in. And then I wore my new alpaca shirt from the Gap. I’d like to think that no llamas were harmed in the making of this sweater — they just received a haircut. The day was fairly meh… sleep in, work, come home, watch TV and compute. And this is why I started this blog. So that after a blah day like today, I’m…

• A cape

  Natalie

  19 Jan 2012 | 5:45 am

  It’s no secret that my style icon is Audrey Hepburn. And when I stumbled upon this cape at American Apparel, I must say that I’m in love. It seems like a great winter coat — both dressy and great with jeans. And I just moved to a place that considers 40 degrees warm. So I’ve had to change my wardrobe a bit. I need coats and sweaters and more coats and sweaters. This is a slight problem for the wallet.   The cape is $170. So I think I will put it on my “to watch” list and hope that it goes on sale soon. If I did buy it, it would be my first purchase at…

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• U.S.: Forced Marriages Still an Ugly Secret

  26 Jan 2012 | 2:04 am

  Two years ago, 40-year-old Vidya Sri decided to leave the devastating marriage her parents had forced her into nearly two decades ago. Alone for the first time, she began an earnest quest for support groups, women's organisations or service providers who might help her in the healing process.

• Senior Management Heads Roll at World Body

  25 Jan 2012 | 10:45 am

  As Secretary-General Ban Ki-moon continues his search for a new team of senior managers for his second five-year term in office which began Jan. 1, two more heads have rolled at the world body.

• LEBANON: Could a New Civil Law Unify a Divided Society?

  25 Jan 2012 | 9:42 am

  Odette Klysinska, a Catholic French native, sits in her living room in an affluent neighbourhood in Beirut, clutching her will in one hand, shocked to learn that it is no longer legally valid in the country she now calls home.

• JAMAICA: "Mama P" Faces Prejudice, Economic Challenges

  25 Jan 2012 | 6:31 am

  Running on promises of job creation, economic growth and wider stakeholder consultations, Jamaica's most popular politician and the country's first female prime minister Portia Simpson Miller swept to power in a victory almost no one had predicted.

• MALAWI: Street Vendors Lose Customers after Stripping Women Naked

  24 Jan 2012 | 8:56 pm

  A campaign to stop people buying merchandise from street vendors is gaining momentum in Malawi's main cities of Lilongwe, Blantyre and Mzuzu after the small-scale traders went on a rampage undressing women and girls wearing trousers, leggings, shorts and mini-skirts.

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• January - and a New Attitude!

  RosR

  23 Jan 2012 | 12:14 am

    January. And more than half way through!  Does January signify anything to you? To some, it is a time to burst into the new year with energy and enthusiasm, armed with a long list of new goals to achieve, ready to take on whatever challenges the year might hold. To those of us who are dealing with heartbreak, however, it sometimes simply signifies the beginning of another unpredictable year, a year that could bring another tragedy, another reason to mourn, and we are already in pain. We see no reason to celebrate. I’ve been there. My husband drowned in January of 2006. The…

• Luck or Life? When Bad Things Happen to Good People

  AuntieArtichoke

  22 Jan 2012 | 7:23 pm

  Luck or Life? When Bad Things Happen to Good People (c) www.judyhwright.com   Ernest Hemingway once said: "The world breaks everyone. and afterward, many are strong in the broken places." When we are going through adversity, it is not always possible to believe that everyone suffers loss and heartache. It feels and acts very personal when bad luck and rotten life experiences happen to good people. Why Me? Our first response is " Why Me? " We may question whether we did something to deserve this punishment or trouble. We may feel resentment for others who are not…

• How to Help Kids be Compasionate, Caring and Confident

  AuntieArtichoke

  21 Jan 2012 | 2:22 pm

  Want to help your children be more confident, compassionate and caring? Read on for ways to accomplish this important life-skill and assist the children you love to gain practice in being kind, thoughtful people. When children learn to be compassionate, caring and learn they may not be the centre of universe they become more confident. They need to realize that they are an important part of the earth, but it does not revolve around them. When we teach our children to give service, and care about people outside the family unit it also teaches them empathy. Service teaches them about diversity…

• The Secret to Getting Pregnant Fast with Special Guest Gabriela Rosa

  sue

  17 Jan 2012 | 1:34 pm

  Join Sue Dumais on her Redefining Fertility Radio Show and her special guest Gabriela Rosa and learn the secret to getting pregnant fast—even if you are over 40! Gabriela is a leading natural fertility specialist, Naturopath and creator of NaturalFertilityBreakthrough.com, a website aimed at empowering couples to reclaim their natural fertility and create truly healthy babies. Click here to listen online to this Redefining Fertility Radio Show episode. For more information on the free Natural Fertility Breakthrough 14 day Challenge as mentioned in the episode click here.

• Shedding Skins

  detailsinc

  11 Jan 2012 | 7:54 pm

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• This little person.

  Erika

  26 Jan 2012 | 8:26 pm

  My little Bean has been on the planet for two years as of today. Though I was not there when she greeted life that first time, her entrance into being fills my heart with light. She is special. And I know all parents — all loving parents — say that about their children. But my Bean really is special. Her bond with her sister is telepathic. She empathizes better than most adults I know. At 22 months, she walked over to Jenn at the end of the day, patted her on the shoulder and said, “How’s your day, Mama?”. Her memory for names and faces rivals any database. She…

• Love and the law: An adoption story.

  Erika

  22 Dec 2011 | 9:46 pm

  On November 21, 2011, I adopted my own children. When we sat down with our attorney last February to discuss how to create a legal bond between The Bean & The Bear and I, we expected the unequal, minimally protective status of guardianship at best. The law in Wisconsin states that any single adult or any married couple may adopt children. With the state’s constitutional ban on same-sex marriage or any similar union staunchly in place, families like ours are legally invisible. The agency that licensed us, despite their marketing campaign to recruit same-sex foster parents, told us…

• I love you more. (Tribute delivered at my Grandma Clare’s memorial service today in Williams Bay.)

  Erika

  3 Dec 2011 | 10:16 pm

  I struggle to understand how I stand here today, how there could possibly be a reason for us to gather as we’ve gathered. Because still, even after the roses, the bedside vigils, the phone calls to relatives and friends, and the memorial programs you hold in your hands, I feel her here with me as if she’d never gone. I remember standing in the hallway of our upstairs apartment in the gray house on Jefferson Street, the olive green phone cord wrapped around my legs, the fingers of my free hand running up and down the slats of the folding closet doors. At four years old I made my pitch.

• I love you most, Grandma Clare. Rest in peace. (March 28, 1937 – November 4, 2011.)

  Erika

  4 Nov 2011 | 2:52 pm

  “In the arms of an angel Fly away from here From this dark cold hotel room And the endlessness that you fear You are pulled from the wreckage Of your silent reverie You’re in the arms of the angel May you find some comfort there” ~Sarah McLachlan

• Losing Grandma Clare.

  Erika

  27 Oct 2011 | 10:39 pm

  My Grandma Clare is dying. What started as an infection in her knee has led to hospice, where she has been for eight days. She is 74 years old. In the past week and a half, I have participated in decisions to end treatment, to remove IVs, and to place a ‘Do Not Resuscitate’ bracelet on her wrist. I have paid her bills, turned off her phone, rerouted her mail, and cancelled her cable.Tomorrow, we will collect her valuables, dispose of the food in her refrigerator, clean out her car to sell it, and tell her landlord that she will not be coming home. I have sat with her for hours,…

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  Just The Right Things

• Two Small Just the Right Things

  Nancy

  27 Jan 2012 | 7:00 am

  I am on a beach getaway vacation at a villa in Mexico. And, not to sound like a whiner, I keep thinking there are two small just the right things I wish I had here with me that I don’t. The first is my AccuSharp Knife Sharpener. It occurs to me I ought to put [...]

• The BEST Sparkling Water

  Joan

  25 Jan 2012 | 11:20 am

  We’ve had a few days of beautiful, warm sun around here and I’ve been hanging out in the yard doing some winter landscaping duties.  OK, mostly I’ve been watching the chickens, throwing the ball for Keela and dreaming about the outdoor projects I’m going to throw myself into as soon as spring arrives. Anyway, all [...]

• Joan’s Not-So-White-Trash Tater Tot Pot Pie

  Joan

  16 Jan 2012 | 9:29 am

  Here in Boulder, we have seemingly endless options when it comes to food.  From world-class fancy restaurants to organic local grocery stores, we’ve got it all. Pretty much all of it good, too.  But it IS Boulder, so it’s not only good, you often get a food sermon with it.  We know where all the [...]

• The Ultimate Looking Good Secret

  admin

  13 Jan 2012 | 7:00 am

  Ladies! Forget skin treatments, wrinkles, blemishes, coloring your hair, covering gray eyebrows, figuring out how to tie your scraves, losing weight and all that “looking good” stuff we’ve been writing about. Here is the total solution: Thank you Jesse Rosten, for making this video and sharing the ultimate beauty secret!

• Nancy’s Just the Right Gifts Roundup

  Nancy

  11 Jan 2012 | 8:00 am

  When Joan and I meet to talk about our holiday gift posts each October the task seems overwhelming. We spend hours browsing the internet to find those few items we deem just the right things. Like Joan many of the gifts at my house came straight off the pages of our blog and all of them make [...]

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• What a week

  28 Jan 2012 | 7:39 am

  Good morning everyone, I hope you all had a great week, We did. Monday was nothing to start with a pretty quick radiation treatment and the drive home, Kathy was feeling pretty good, was very alert, Bright eyed and bushy ...

• Anyone on fb?

  28 Jan 2012 | 7:35 am

  My name on fb is Amy DeLong Long friend request me please :)

• no surgery, more chemo

  28 Jan 2012 | 7:13 am

  Biopsy shows new spot is cancer. Surgery on hold indefinitely. I have to see oncologist Tuesday to discuss more chemotherapy. Just had liver resection surgery 9/6/11 and 75% of liver removed and supposedly "ALL" cancer had been removed. So now, ...

• I didn't mention my surgery

  28 Jan 2012 | 6:50 am

  Always putting the cart before the horse....I had my open colon surgery on December 2, and did so well they kicked me out of the hospital on Dec 6th! When I saw my oncologist afterwards, we discussed the follow ...

• Wonderful Day

  28 Jan 2012 | 3:25 am

  Today we had a nice break from the rain. Clear blue sky and a little warmer. I earned a free Latte when I bought my usual medium Toffee Nut Latte Breve : ) Don't you just love the punch ...

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  Feed the Beauty

• The Fantastic Flying Books of Mr. Morris Lessmore

  Sophie Lumen

  27 Jan 2012 | 8:52 pm

  I’m not ashamed to admit that books were my first friends (after ‘Love’ my stuffed bunny). If you are a book lover, a story collector, a dreamer– let it load, make a cup of tea and take a timeout this weekend to watch this touching short by author/ illustrator William Joyce and Co-director Brandon Oldenburg. This is cutting [...]

• Do You Dream of Flying?

  Sophie Lumen

  15 Jan 2012 | 3:13 pm

  I’ve had flying  dreams all my life.  One of my favorite books as a child was ‘The Queen Who Flew’. So I loved this well produced, crazy-fantastic video of  The Worlds Fastest Flying Human Being 2010,  wingsuit flyer Espen Fadnes. The sounds are real, the background music fits beautifully. Filed under: Community Art, Uncategorized Tagged: dream [...]

• The Birthright

  Sophie Lumen

  13 Jan 2012 | 1:41 pm

  The Birthright We who were born In country places, Far from cities And shifting faces, We have a birthright No man can sell, And a secret joy No man can tell. For we are kindred To lordly things, The wild duck’s flight And the white owl’s wings; To pike and salmon, To bull and horse, [...]

• When this video is over you feel like you do at the end of a really good book

  Sophie Lumen

  31 Dec 2011 | 3:54 pm

  Winter Essence- Tender musical arrangements by pianist Sherry Klinedinst paired with the elegant eye of my friend, photographer Wendy Kaveney. Happy New Year and very best wishes to my wonderful subscribers, xoxoxo. Filed under: Community Art, FTB Soul, Photographers Tagged: inspirational winter video, Sherry Klinedinst, Wendy Kaveney

• Mother’s Song

  Sophie Lumen

  29 Dec 2011 | 1:53 pm

  it’s quiet in the house so quiet outside the snowstorm wails the dogs curl up noses under their tails my little son sleeps on his back his mouth open his belly rises and falls breathing is it strange if I cry for joy? Anonymous (19th century), translated from the Inuit Stephen Berg/Translator Artwork by Janet Kigusiuq [...]

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  Inadvertently Domesticated

• 25 Ways to Wear a Scarf

  Ms C

  6 Jan 2012 | 7:58 am

    See, one of my New Year’s Resolutions is to finish work before the Captain Awesome and Little HRH are home from school. That means, I should not be blogging at this hour. But, my blogger friend, Ces, shared this video of 25 Ways to Wear a Scarf last night and I find it really, uhm, informative. Consider it public service.   You’re welcome. Scarf: EMU Australia Bussleton So, how are you wearing your scarf today?

• Taste Buds: Spanish Rice that’s not Paella

  Ms B

  5 Jan 2012 | 7:09 pm

  Chef and I have been together for 6 years and I never learned how to make Spanish rice until now. I love it, obviously, and I can’t get enough of it whenever we have Mexican food. We discussed over and over what this really is called because it’s been labeled as Spanish rice, though it’s not the more popular Spanish rice that we know, which is the paella. Chef said people have just labeled it as Spanish rice though it’s really more Mexican in style. Whatever this is, it’s as good as any of your carb favorites. And, with this Spanish/Mexican flair, it would be a good break from your…

• Le Critique: Mirror, Mirror: Sibu Beauty

  Ms C

  3 Jan 2012 | 4:23 pm

  New Year, new channel! We are launching Mirror, Mirror as a new channel for our Le Critique series to showcase our reviews on beauty vanity products. We are not particularly experts in these, but we’ll try our best.  Like many other unfortunate souls, I suffered from horrible acne breakout in my teenage years. I tried quite a number of facial products to lessen, if not to eliminate, the breakout, but nothing really worked. As a matter of fact, I made matters worse. Apparently, the problem was, not only the inevitable puberty acne drama (or the heavily polluted streets of Metro Manila),…

• On the Loose: @ideeli Christmas Shopping

  Ms C

  29 Dec 2011 | 12:14 pm

  It’s been a while since we did an On the Loose post. Not that we haven’t done any shopping. On the contrary, I think I have reached my [self-imposed] quota for 2011. Now, before you play the world’s smallest violins for me, 2012 is just a few days away. I’ll be resetting my shopping count to zero very soon! Anyhoo… Ever since B told me about Ideeli, it’s become a habit of mine to check out the site’s featured sales before doing anything in my to-do list. Quite honestly, I’ve actually signed up to various sites for sample sales, but it’s…

• Taste Buds: Russian Tea Cakes

  Ms B

  28 Dec 2011 | 12:05 am

  Happy Holidays, one and all!! Yes, yes, my greeting, along with blogposts, are a tad bit delayed. Nonetheless, it’s never too late for a good dessert recipe. There’s actually quite a story behind my Russian Tea Cake mini obsession. Three years ago, I took an interim position at another department and met a funny group of people who have now become good friends. For every season, we decorated what we called our bullpen. Naturally, for Christmas, we decorated and hung stockings on our door. This was completely for decoration, but we found that some good-spirited stranger left us…

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  Borderless Thinking

• Day 13 Coming of Age at 62 | I have a dream. So can you.

  Cherry Woodburn

  23 Jan 2012 | 7:41 pm

  I always wanted to be Martin Luther King, Jr. He was a borderless thinker. A paradigm shifter. picture from http://www.americanrhetoric.com/speeches/mlkihaveadream.htm He was willing to think big. Dream big. Go against prevailing thinking. Fight for social justice. Be a voice for those who couldn’t speak for themselves. And, I would bet, he articulated ideas and thoughts that many people couldn’t even conceive of. “I have a dream that one day this nation will rise up and live out the true meaning of its creed: “We hold these truths to be self-evident, that all men are…

• Confidence Chronicles Interview: Tory Johnson, CEO Women for Hire

  Cherry Woodburn

  21 Jan 2012 | 12:22 pm

  Tory Johhson Tory Johnson, career expert and Good Morning America’s workplace contributor, walks her talk. I spoke with her at a special “Meet Up” that was held at the 2011 PA Conference For Women.  I stood in a long line waiting for my 5 minutes “to get up close and personal with Tory and ask any question about your career”. My question wasn’t about my career, rather I wanted to ask her if she’d do an interview for the Confidence Chronicles – True Stories of Becoming Strong series. There were two things in my favor. One, Tory’s an avid…

• Day 12 Coming of Age at 62 | Down with sensible undies

  Cherry Woodburn

  20 Jan 2012 | 7:46 am

  Rule breaking is still fun!  Even if it only involves some paradigm shifting about age. I bought my first-ever leopard print underpants recently. I’m wearing them today while I work. I’m liking it. #thatisall PS – a picture of them & me, perhaps, in the future. I haven’t come of age enough for that yet. Perhaps I never will. Time will tell,  I’ll be sure to let you know. If you’re feeling like you want some help getting out of your ruts about what you “should” or “shouldn’t do”, give me a shout. Take advantage of my free…

• Day 11 Coming of Age at 62 | Believing in me

  Cherry Woodburn

  16 Jan 2012 | 5:09 pm

  I adore sports movies, particularly those based on true stories. You know the ones, where the small town team with no resources and a lot of heart beats the big team with all the resources. Like The Hoosiers. Like Glory Road. Now I can add The Express, a drama based on the life of college football hero Ernie Davis, the first African-American to win the Heisman Trophy. The Express isn’t about a small town team beating the big guys, because it’s about Syracuse University, who won the Cotton Bowl against Texas on January 1. 1960. It’s about Ernie Davis, his tremendous athletic…

• Confidence Chronicles | In Part 2, Tara Gentile Talks About Achieving Failure

  Cherry Woodburn

  13 Jan 2012 | 8:20 pm

    Tara Gentile The Confidence Chronicles – True Stories Of Becoming Strong interview series continues with the second half of my interview with the inspiring and rapidly rising entrepreneur,  Tara Gentile. You can find Part 1 by clicking here. Tara’s in the business of helping entrepreneurs turn their passion into profit. She collaborates with clients to actualize their dreams, their vision, their ideas and turn them into dollars and cents. And she’s good at it. Her increasing business success over the past two years is a testimony to the caliber of work she does. The…

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  Abiola's Passionista Playbook & Blog TV

• Spice Up Your Relationship! Essence Twitter Chat Tonight #SheTime; Join me 8-9p EST

  Abiola

  26 Jan 2012 | 1:08 pm

  Hey Rockstars, Join me tonight from 8 to 9 pm EST for a Twitter Chat with @EssenceOnline. My cohost will... Read More » xo

• Sexy New Documentary About Urban Erotika: The Revolutionary Erotic Reading Series (VIDEO)

  Abiola

  24 Jan 2012 | 9:48 pm

  Hey Rockstars, When I did my one year performance series, “Abiola’s Kiss and Tell Live” at Madame X in NYC... Read More » xo

• Gabrielle Bernstein: Spirit Junkie, MediDating Meditation Love Advice with Abiola (VIDEO)

  Abiola

  22 Jan 2012 | 11:28 pm

  Gabby Bernstein interview video about her new meditation project that focuses on manifesting better relationships Hey Rockstars, Spiritual guru Gabrielle Bernstein is... Read More » xo

• Meet The Passionista Playbook’s New Resident Astrologer Grear Turnbull: Time of the Goddess

  Grear Turnbull

  22 Jan 2012 | 2:25 pm

  Hey Rockstars, I am thrilled that you are enjoying the contributions of Tinzley Bradford, our Single Mom Advice Maven. Lots... Read More » xo

• The Most Romantic & Breathtaking Places To Say I Love You, Propose or Cuddle! (Travel)

  Abiola

  22 Jan 2012 | 12:42 pm

  Hey Rockstars! With Valentine’s Day fast approaching the heat is on to find the perfect surprise for your partner. Whether... Read More » xo

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  Small Business Green, Sustainability and Online Marketing Consulting | Cultivating Capital

• Benefit Corporations and B Corps: The Latest Buzz #5

  Carolina Miranda

  27 Jan 2012 | 7:43 pm

  Benefit Corporations (a legal designation) and Certified B Corporations (a third-party certification) are changing the landscape of sustainable business. Here’s the latest from around the web about this important movement: Forbes turned the spotlight to the rise of the charitable for-profit entity, examining “two new types of corporations [that] have been created to address the goals of making money, attracting private investors and addressing societal concerns: the benefit corporation and L3C.” The Wall Street Journal noted “That anything other than maximizing shareholder…

• Getting Started with Content Marketing

  Carolina Miranda

  20 Jan 2012 | 7:54 pm

  These days, if you want to have potential clients find you, you know that your business needs to be online. A website and social media are critical to your online marketing. © Chris Heiler | Flickr.com Good content should drive your online marketing. Now that you’ve set up your website, how will you ensure that users will find you online? What are you going to tweet about and post updates about? This is where your content marketing comes into play. You need to determine what kinds of content will be of interest to existing and potential clients. What information do they need that you…

• Benefit Corporations and B Corps: The Latest Buzz #4

  Carolina Miranda

  13 Jan 2012 | 1:26 pm

  B Corporations and Benefit Corporations are changing the landscape of sustainable business. Here’s the latest from around the web about this important movement: California’s new Benefit Corporation legislation went into effect on Jan. 3, paving the way for more companies to maximize social good while turning a profit. In all, 12 companies registered as Benefit Corporations on the first day, with Patagonia leading the charge as California’s first Benefit Corporation. KQED reported on Benefit Corporations, and even mainstream business publications took notice of the new law;…

• Small Business Blogging: 6 Tips to Improve Your Blog in 2012

  Carolina Miranda

  6 Jan 2012 | 3:03 pm

  The start of the new year is a great opportunity to revitalize your small business blog. If you’re looking to make improvements this year, these 6 tips can help you get started: © Mariaam | Dreamstime.com Create compelling content: No one wants to read content that isn’t insightful, interesting, informative, or enlightening. This doesn’t mean that every post has to consist of Pulitzer-worthy writing, but it does have to be worth reading for the audience that you are trying to reach. Be clear about who you’re writing for and what they’re interested in and need to…

• Benefit Corporations and B Corps: The Latest Buzz #3

  Carolina Miranda

  30 Dec 2011 | 11:23 am

  B Corporations and Benefit Corporations are changing the landscape of sustainable business. Here’s the latest from around the web about this important movement: The biggest story recently has been the news that NY became the 7th state to pass Benefit Corporation legislation! Even Forbes noted that NY is now a better state for business. Or, as one writer noted, Benefit Corporations are set to Occupy Wall Street. A good post on Greenbiz.com explains the legal requirements for Benefit Corporations in California, including the reporting requirements and shareholder votes needed to convert to a…

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  MyLunaKiss.com Blog

• Big Time Sensuality...top 5 Hot Femme's

  Barbie Kiss

  25 Jan 2012 | 11:07 pm

  by Barbie Kiss www.mylunakiss.com Big Time Sensuality is the title of a Bjork song but we are using it to list the MyLunakiss Big Time Sensuality 5 Hot Femmes of the Month...check them... [[ This is a content summary only. Visit my website for full links, other content, and more! ]]

• Kate Beckinsale - Sexiest Esquire

  Barbie Kiss

  21 Jan 2012 | 10:11 pm

  Subscribe to MyLunakiss Feed Check out a sexy behind the scenes photoshoot with Kate Beckinsale on MyLunaKiss Sexy Retro Page. Kate Beckinsale will appear in Underworld Awakening in... [[ This is a content summary only. Visit my website for full links, other content, and more! ]]

• Are you Alice?

  Barbie Kiss

  17 Jan 2012 | 11:23 pm

  Alice in Wonderland - Vogue Annie Liebovitz by Vickie Retro www.mylunakiss.com Who is Alice? Are you? Alice in Wonderland Germany Exhibit Not Alice Cooper or Alice in... [[ This is a content summary only. Visit my website for full links, other content, and more! ]]

• Sexy Women over 40 - Gwen Stefani

  Barbie Kiss

  14 Jan 2012 | 12:46 am

  Barbie Kiss www.mylunakiss.com Subscribe to MyLunakiss Feed Gwen Stefani Elle UK 2011 Spunky, sassy Harajuku femme that can rock, swoon and swizzle like no other....Gwen... [[ This is a content summary only. Visit my website for full links, other content, and more! ]]

• Sleeping Beauty did not have Raccoon Eyes!

  Barbie Kiss

  11 Jan 2012 | 11:30 pm

  by Luna Lugo mylunakiss.com Vogue Russia Nothing is sexy about dark circles under the eyes or a delirious dazed look due to lack of sleep. There are tons of eye brighteners on the market... [[ This is a content summary only. Visit my website for full links, other content, and more! ]]

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  Last Shreds Of Sanity | California Mom Blog

• Stop SOPA, PIPA And Repeal SB 1867: Save Our Personal Freedoms And Constitutional Rights

  Shan

  18 Jan 2012 | 7:28 am

  I’m sure you have all heard about SOPA, PIPA and SB 1867 by now. And I hope all of you are outraged about them. Some of the biggest names on the internet are so incensed over these proposed laws that they are either shutting down for 24hours or protesting in some major way. The sites shutting down and/or protesting include Google, Reddit, Facebook, Twitter, Mozilla and Wikipedia.  Although GoDaddy has since softened their stance, they initially supported SOPA wholeheartedly — that was until people started taking their business elsewhere. They lost over 37,000 domains during Move…

• Has Martin Luther King, Jr.’s Message Been Subverted?

  Shan

  16 Jan 2012 | 4:32 am

  Yes, I asked the question. Has Martin Luther King, Jr.’s message been subverted? Before you blurt out an answer, stop and think about it first. In a time where the Democrats have taken a great man’s legacy, who was a registered Republican, by the way, and made him their defacto mascot for all things liberal (guess they forgot Dr. King was a preacher), where black men are always complaining about how the white man is keeping him down and they are forced to resort to violence and criminality to survive, then the short answer is yes. Dr. Martin Luther King’s message has been…

• Conversations About My Phone

  Shan

  12 Jan 2012 | 12:43 am

  Anyone Who Tries To Call Me At Home: Why don’t you ever answer your phone? Me: The Diva gave it a bath a while back and it doesn’t ring anymore. AWTTCMAH: Why don’t you just buy a new one? Me: It works fine except for the not ringing part. Oh and I dropped one of the handsets, so the caller ID screen doesn’t work on that one anymore. Plus the one I would want to replace it with is over $200 and I can’t justify the expense right now. I also kind of like not being disturbed by a ringing phone every 10 minutes. AWTTCMAH: But what if there’s an emergency?

• Happy New Year 2012!

  Shan

  1 Jan 2012 | 12:32 am

  May all your troubles fade away at the stroke of midnight and be replaced with happiness, love and peace. Well, at least until the apocalypse happens on December 21, 2012. Enjoy your last 355 days before then. Happy New Year 2012! Happy New Year 2012! is a post from: Last Shreds Of Sanity | Blog Designer | California Mom Blog

• LMFAO Uses Light Show From One Of Our Local Residents On The AMA’s!!

  Shan

  21 Nov 2011 | 3:57 pm

  Remember the Halloween light show I posted about? It was very cool and  at the time was the most popular light show in the country. Well last night I was watching the AMA’s and LMFAO closed the show. I thought, “Ok they HAVE to do at least some reference to the Halloween light show”. And they did! They used the whole thing on the screens behind and below the band! As they went into a second song, I figured they’d also used one of Kevin Judd’s light show and I was right. This is from Kevin’s YouTube Channel: LMFAO contacted me two weeks ago and wanted to…

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  Stretch Beyond Stuck Sanctuary

• Blossom Into Your Year

  Rena Hatch

  13 Jan 2012 | 12:10 pm

  Do you want to be your best self this year? Do you want to have more success in your personal or professional life? Well, you must write down your top goals!

• Beyond Stuck?

  Rena Hatch

  14 Dec 2011 | 11:10 am

  Ever feel like you are repeating the same unhealthy habits over and over? Stuck in a rut? Or like you are running on a tread mill (but not loosing any weight) …

• Use Your Mind to Unwind

  Rena Hatch

  3 Nov 2011 | 3:25 pm

  Imagine you are alone on a beautiful beach at sunset. Listening to the ocean and allowing the waves to soothe your worries away …. (Video: Watch this video on the post page) This is where I

• Clear Away the Clouds of Self-Doubt

  Rena Hatch

  13 Oct 2011 | 7:17 pm

  Don’t let your inner light be covered over by the clouds of self-doubt, confusion or fear. Your Inner Sunshine is that inner glow and inner spark that lights you up from the inside.

• The Secret to Less Stress and Strain

  Rena Hatch

  7 Sep 2011 | 5:55 pm

  When have you felt in flow with life? Life seems to ebb and flow like the tide. People, events, things come and go from your life. If you hold on when you are meant to let go, you can get dragged out to sea and

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  Purposeful Woman

• Do You Focus on Time Management or Energy Management?

  JJ

  26 Jan 2012 | 5:02 pm

  Time management has been a buzz phrase and the title of countless books and workshops for more than a decade. So why don’t we manage our time very well?  How many times have you said “Gee I wish there were more than 24 hours in the day?” Time is a finite unit of measure and [...]

• Purposeful Woman Belle Pirri Enjoys Her Present

  JJ

  23 Jan 2012 | 7:57 am

  I recently had the opportunity to meet, virtually, Belle Pirri. She is the writer and publisher of Creative Spiritual  Women and has just published a book called The Complete Guide to Mindful Habits: 9 Steps to Permanent Change. Belle’s energy and spirit is so positive and joyful, I knew you’d want to learn more about [...]

• What Women Want – is a Purposeful Life

  JJ

  21 Jan 2012 | 9:07 am

  Just a brief note to tell you that I was recently interviewed on WELW on the What Women Want program. I had a great time and it was a wonderful opportunity to explain the whole concept behind having a Purposeful Life.   You can listen to the radio interview by clicking on the image below.  Thanks [...]

• Do You Need a Little Cheering Up?

  JJ

  16 Jan 2012 | 11:46 am

  If you are feeling a little down and could use a little cheering up, take heed from Mark  Twain who said: “The best way to cheer yourself up is to try to cheer somebody else up.” Have you ever started your day in the dumps, pasting on a fake smile just to get through the [...]

• Are You a Negative or Positive Communicator?

  JJ

  11 Jan 2012 | 7:00 am

  We all like to think that we are a shining example of all that is good and right in this world. We like to think that the words we speak will help to motivate and inspire. But is that truly the case? We all need to actively mute the negative in both our internal and [...]

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  Karen Keller, Ph.D.

• Women and Business: 5 Sections of Your Business Plan That Make It Work

  Karen Keller, Ph.D.

  27 Jan 2012 | 12:08 am

  Writing a business plan is the first step in venturing into building a business. It’s also a requirement if you plan to apply for a business loan. But a business plan can do more than get you a bank loan. A great business plan will help you plan your business from the end to the beginning. A business plan is a fluid document that changes as you grow, uncovers challenges, discovers more of what you want and finds out more of what you need to succeed. Good businesses are started with the end in mind and work backwards. Sound crazy? Maybe. But it’s the way successful entrepreneurs think, and…

• Breaking the Glass Ceiling

  Karen Keller, Ph.D.

  26 Jan 2012 | 5:24 am

    Don’t just crack the glass ceiling, shatter it! For decades now, there have been reports going back and for on whether the glass ceiling (the invisible limit for promotion that women frequently see in business) has been shattered or whether it still exists in a big way. I’ll posit that, while in general the glass ceiling exists in the workplace, I think that should never stop women from trying to get ahead at work. Here, I thought I would identify some of the excuses that women face from their male counterparts that are trying to explain why most women shouldn’t be in management.

• Operation Recon: Know Your Competition

  Karen Keller, Ph.D.

  24 Jan 2012 | 7:30 am

    It’s no Mission: Impossible, but knowing your competition will always give you an advantage. WARNING: This blog will self-destruct in 60 seconds! OK, not really, but when I talk about doing recon work and getting to know the competition, I bet you start playing the Mission: Impossible theme song in your head. No, sadly there won’t be any night vision goggles involved when you’re researching your competition (unless you really want to wear them), but it’s important that you take the time to get to know what others in your industry or even company are doing in order to be better…

• 5 Ways To Make Guilt-Free Choices

  Karen Keller, Ph.D.

  20 Jan 2012 | 2:18 am

  Women are faced with millions of choices about work, family, buying, business, love, God – and the list goes on. They have social networks, websites, focus groups, dinner gatherings, parties and over-the-fence neighbor talk to exchange thought-provoking, enticing conversations. Women are no longer confined to the boundaries of the kitchen. They are industrious, educated and motivated to explore all avenues of expression and opportunity. Along with that new found freedom comes a wide range and mixture of emotion. Women feel guilty at work about not being home with the children, and they…

• Success at Work is Proportionate to Your Influence Factor

  Karen Keller, Ph.D.

  19 Jan 2012 | 5:31 am

  Do the math and find your influence factor. I get asked quite a bit what the secret to success is and, to be honest, there is no hard and fast rule, but I find that the more successful women in the workplace generally have quite a bit of influence over their employees, their peers and even upper management. Of course, there are a lot of factors that contribute to the amount of influence that they have, so I decided to sit down and take some time to develop a formula to determine what amount of influence you might have at work. Here is the formula for discovering your influence factor:…

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  Women Unlimited

• Diary of a start-up: baby steps

  Louise Turner

  27 Jan 2012 | 3:20 am

  It’s been four weeks since I walked out of the office building in the centre of Leeds that had been my workplace for the previous eight years. I was a senior communications officer for a government agency and had spent my time in various regional and national roles for the organisation, ranging from managing the media to embedding our approach to community engagement. As you can see, I’m not really qualified to impart pearls of wisdom about successfully running a business, but I can share with you my start-up journey – warts and all – so you can avoid some of the mistakes I make and…

• Marketing Strategy: New Year, new plans…

  Deborah Rowe

  26 Jan 2012 | 3:59 am

  …or maybe just a tweaking of the old plan would be a good start. It’s definitely that time of year when we review our lives, loves and business, although to some people they are all one and the same thing. However, that aside, January is a good time to review your plans for the year and your marketing plan for the business deserves a review along with the rest of it. In an ideal world we should be looking at it in December so that, come January 1st, we are ready to go… Admittedly in tough economic times it is more difficult to be strategic, and think beyond the next year, but…

• Should start-ups consider collaborations?

  Viv Oyolu

  25 Jan 2012 | 3:58 am

  The beginning of the year is always a good time to assess what worked well (or didn’t) the year before, and consider different income streams for your business. If you are just starting out, then I would say consider all options ahead of laying out your plans. Regardless of how dire it appears economically, this is still the time to set up a business or continue if you have already set up – you just have to be flexible and open-minded. So in the spirit of being open-minded and flexible, I wonder how many start-ups have considered going into collaboration or partnership as a one-off or…

• One life

  Julie Hall - Editor

  24 Jan 2012 | 5:00 am

  Today, I just wanted to share with you an inspiring poem that I came across  that I really enjoyed. I hope it speaks to you in the way it spoke to me One Life One song can spark a moment, One flower can wake the dream One tree can start a forest, One bird can herald spring. One smile begins a friendship, One handclasp lifts a soul. One star can guide a ship at sea, One word can frame the goal One vote can change a nation, One sunbeam lights a room One candle wipes out darkness, One laugh will conquer gloom. One step must start each journey. One word must start each prayer. One hope will…

• Like this? Then Pass it on.

  Sarah Arrow

  23 Jan 2012 | 3:44 am

  If I get another chain email from my mother I’ll block her email address. There. I’ve said it and I’ve said it out loud. I don’t like them but I can see why some people do, and I can see why these styles of emails are passed on. Let’s see if we can get that share-ability factor working for you… In this post I am writing about those things that speak directly to my mother: If you know what motivates potential customers to pass your content on, you have a much better chance of getting them to keep doing so in the future. This means more traffic, a higher profile and more chance…

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  Bitchin' Wives Club

• Paula Deen and the Greasy Truth About Her Diabetes Announcement

  23 Jan 2012 | 6:00 am

  When I heard about Paula Deen’s recent announcement about being diagnosed with diabetes, I responded with a  tsk, tsk and “Well, that’s not surprising.” If you live and breathe the kind of food that she is famous for making, it certainly isn’t a stretch, or even unexpected, for someone to develop type 2 diabetes. Even though the disease is a natural consequence, I still sympathize and feel for Deen and her family—I have a beloved uncle who was diagnosed with diabetes not so many years ago, certainly stemming from his lifetime of exuberantly loving food (a quality that I have…

• Laptops You are Definitely Going to Want in 2012 (As Seen at CES)

  17 Jan 2012 | 12:40 pm

  The big thing at CES this year was the mass introduction of the ultrabook, otherwise known as the PC version of the MacBook Air. With a 13" MacBook Air starting at $1299 and a near universal agreement that netbooks stink because of the cramped keyboard, I think ultrabooks are definitely worth getting excited about with their thin profiles, ultra-light construction, and more reasonable (i.e. family-friendly) price point. While working with Microsoft's Windows' Team, I got a chance to see a few of the new ultrabooks up close while I was at the conference and can confirm that a few of them will…

• Favorite Product For Families at CES 2012: The All-In-One PC

  14 Jan 2012 | 2:00 pm

  With only two days at CES (Consumer Electronics Show), I was able to see a mere fraction of the new tech on display, but it was more than enough to make me wonder what rock I've been hiding under to miss the trends that were very much on display at the show. Perhaps it was more a "what rock I've been hiding ON" situation, as my life in England didn't include as much tech-obsession as it does here in the USA. Even though ultrabooks (ultra light, ultra thin laptops) were the big trend that everyone was going on (and on) about— for me, the big new tech thing at the show that had me most…

• CES: A Parent in Tech World

  10 Jan 2012 | 10:00 pm

  It’s hard to know where to start when talking about CES, it is, no lie, the biggest event I have ever attended anywhere. And I almost got crushed at a Bon Jovi concert in 1989, so I know what I’m talking about.  150,000 people have converged on Las Vegas to attend the conference and every one of them is involved in the consumer electronics market, either buying or selling. And then there are the press people, who make up a massive part of the attendance. With Microsoft’s help, that’s where I fall into the mix of this year’s CES.   The Microsoft Corp. booth at the Las Vegas…

• CES, Microsoft, Gadgets, Ultrabooks, and Vegas, Baby!

  9 Jan 2012 | 2:21 pm

  You all know that I can’t live without my gadgets and computers, so I am immensely excited about heading to Las Vegas tomorrow to work with Microsoft on presenting some of the more exciting parent-centric tech that will be debuted at the Consumer Electronics Show. In addition to hardware (think thinner, lighter laptops that will be competition for the MacBook Air, tablets, phones, and computer accessories galore), I’ll get to check out some up-and-coming software, like Windows 8, which is supposed to be a streamlined version of Windows 7 (which is a revelation after XP) that is going to…

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• Know How Far Your Travels Take You with Flight Memory

  Carol

  16 Jan 2012 | 8:12 am

  During the countless time spent in security lines, have you ever wondered to yourself how many miles you’ve traveled, or how many times you’ve flown between two cities? Flight Memory can keep track of your trips and display fun graphs and interesting statistics of your travels. Flight Memory is free to use. Once you create an account, you can input all of your future or past flight information. How much you input is up to you, so you can detail all the information you have (Continental Flight 1586, Leaving IAH at 7:00 PM, Arriving MCO at 10:15PM, Jan. 6, 2012, on a Boeing 757,…

• Travel Tech News from CES

  Carol

  13 Jan 2012 | 1:21 pm

  Smart Women Travelers isn’t just about flights, car rentals, and hotel stays. The tech toys we bring with us are all part of the fun! This year we’ve sent a SWT Correspondent to the Consumer Electronics Show in Las Vegas to bring back news on what will be this year’s greatest travel companions – the gadgets we use everyday to keep in touch. The big story from the Consumer Electronics Show this year may be Microsoft, as much for what they did as what they won’t be doing. At his keynote speech, CEO Steve Balmer talked about applying their Metro interface to the new…

• Starting All Over Again

  Carol

  7 Jan 2012 | 6:20 am

  With the New Year comes a feeling of new beginnings – a time when we focus anew on health, relationships, wealth, and career. We plow into January with enthusiasm for the ways we’re going to improve our life. But other new beginnings happen also, whether we want them to or not. Airline year-to-date status mileage amounts get reset to zero. The number of hotel nights stayed gets reset to zero. The number of rental car occurrences gets zapped. We have to start all over again. It’s pretty much a feeling of getting knocked down a mountain, looking up at the peak from the bottom…

• Top 10 Kid Gadgets for Holiday Road Trips

  Carol

  21 Dec 2011 | 1:25 pm

  Guest post by Ashley Grimaldo. Talking on a cell phone while driving is dangerous. But a mid-transit chat pales in comparison to the distraction of driving with one (or two!) children wailing in the backseat. Nothing increases adrenaline and quick recall of four-letter words quite like crying kids. As parents, we can mentally cope with crying kids to and from the grocery store. But long-distance trips need more finesse. Careful preparation and a few necessities can prevent a few glitches and keep your travel going smoothly. As you prepare for holiday travels, make the most of your trip with…

• 3 Easy Ways to Feel Safe and Keep Peepers from Peeping

  Carol

  19 Dec 2011 | 6:26 am

  Feel uncomfortable when your hotel room curtains do not close all the way? My hotel room has a 3-inch gap in the curtain closure and the room overlooks a courtyard. So it’s easy to see into rooms, especially at night when the lights are on. I know … since I took a glance out the window to see how many other rooms could be peeped into. For times like this when you want closure to the issue, a few things will work and all depends on what may be in your suitcase: Use duct tape to tape the curtain panels closed. A small amount of duct tape wrapped around a pencil and tossed into your bag…

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• {the bliss} sh*t people in dc say

  RLV

  27 Jan 2012 | 1:25 pm

  Thought I’d share this with my readers…I don’t actually live in DC and I haven’t lived in the area for long, but it’s quite true. Happy Friday! :) © { bittensweet } 2012 | permalink to {the bliss} sh*t people in dc say | see more of love & life, {the bliss}

• {the dwelling} “home is where the heart is”

  RLV

  17 Jan 2012 | 5:30 am

  ( read the rest of {the dwelling} “home is where the heart is” at bittensweetblog.com ) © { bittensweet } 2012 | permalink to {the dwelling} “home is where the heart is” | see more of living, {the dwelling}, {the snapshot}

• {the snapshot} lately, recently — part 3

  RLV

  11 Jan 2012 | 5:30 am

  ( read the rest of {the snapshot} lately, recently — part 3 at bittensweetblog.com ) © { bittensweet } 2012 | permalink to {the snapshot} lately, recently — part 3 | see more of foodgasms, {the bliss}, {the snapshot}

• {the palate} recipe: denver omelet cups

  RLV

  6 Jan 2012 | 5:30 am

  As of late, it’s been difficult for me and Chris to make our typical hearty breakfasts during the work week.  Or maybe we’re just lazy.  Whatever it is — we haven’t been eating the usual.  Bagels, english muffins, etc: there’s nothing wrong with it all but we used to eat the works everyday.  I guess it’s a good thing because we’ve both lost weight! Anyway, I decided I wanted to start the New Year off right, so I decided to make these Denver Omelet Cups after reading about it in the latest Everyday Food issue. ( read the rest of {the palate}…

• {the bliss + the palate} a lovely start to 2012!

  RLV

  4 Jan 2012 | 5:30 am

  This New Year, I decided to keep things low-key.  Chris and I had a fabulous dinner at Columbia Firehouse in Old Town Alexandria.  We both had some beer and some wine and delicious meat.  Yessir.  Meat. But to start, Chris wanted to try their Tuna Tartare Tacos — say that three times fast! — and I have to admit, tartare served in tacos?!  But you know what, they were flavored perfectly.  Tiny, but perfect.  Heh heh. ( read the rest of {the bliss + the palate} a lovely start to 2012! at bittensweetblog.com ) © { bittensweet } 2012 | permalink to {the bliss + the palate} a…

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• Eat Your Greens - Foodie Friday

  Rebecca Crichton

  27 Jan 2012 | 7:22 am

  I’m sitting at my desk in Seattle, cat on my lap, watching the snow pile up outside and feeling the old childlike pleasure of a ‘Snow Day.’ We don’t get this kind of weather very often – every few years to be honest – so it feels good to have a day when I can do what I choose and not have to leave the premises for any reason except pleasure. I taught the first session of the second quarter of the food-related class I teach at the Lifetime Learning Center, a school that has a wide variety of classes for older adults. The class description reads: A Matter of Taste –…

• We ALL Need a Village. - But what if the village needs help?

  Mary Schmidt

  23 Jan 2012 | 3:00 pm

  …Virtual, real, or some combination thereof.  We extremely single women have “villages” of friends who may or may not live close, but are always there for us when needed.  These villages become even more important as we age. (I LOVE living alone, but what happens if I fall and really can’t get up? No joke or punch line there.) Despite what some of us would like to think, nobody survives, much less thrives, totally alone.  We need our villages. But what happens if the village itself needs help? Last fall, in my ongoing qwest for community (and how to help communities), I attended…

• In Defense of Butter (and Paula Deen) - Foodie Friday

  Mary Schmidt

  20 Jan 2012 | 6:23 pm

  “If you’re afraid of butter, use cream.” ― Julia Child I know Ms. Deen is more than capable of taking care of herself (She told Anthony Bourdain to “get a life.”) Excellent response to his attention-seeking taunts about her dangerous irresponsibility and “disgusting” food. Like he NEVER cooked with butter?  Or ate something that looked totally disgusting (baby bird eaten whole, including guts and feet, anyone?)  However, she’s really been taking some major hits lately…hits that are often mean, petty, and just downright wrong. As for butter (and fat) – our bodies…

• Why Milliennials Won’t Get A Cold War - Technology Connects Us

  Dorothéa Bozicolona-Volpe

  18 Jan 2012 | 8:02 am

  Recently over a long holiday weekend, I had the opportunity to see Tinker Tailor Soldier Spy the movie, an adaptation of the now famous John Le Carré (nom de plume of David John Moore Cornwell) novel – part of a series that focuses on character George Smiley. Gary Oldham is in an Oscar-worthy role as George Smiley and is the number 2 in command to Control, played brilliantly by John Hurt.  While I strongly recommend this very character-driven movie, I realize that it is not for everyone. Especially if you are into blow-em-up Hollywood blockbusters – this one is meant for those…

• Yes, Virginia, There is Skiing In Indiana - Back To Our Passions

  Susyn Elise Duris

  16 Jan 2012 | 8:02 am

  2011 was the year of going back to basics for me. I went back to tap dancing, back to tech marketing and back to downhill skiing. I gave up downhill skiing 16 years ago when I got married. My husband didn’t ski so I took up spectator college basketball – college basketball is one of his passions as he got a full-ride scholarship to play college basketball and later, he became a radio sportscaster doing play-by-play college basketball – he didn’t ask me to give it up but I wanted us to be able to do something together. Of course, that was early in our marriage. I was…

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• Little Smiles

  Angela

  25 Jan 2012 | 12:57 pm

  I just came across an incredible bunch of people who started a non-profit to better the lives of sick or sheltered children by truly rolling up their sleeves and getting involved in what it would take to make each individual child happy. Their mission is simple: “to help children escape their everyday pain and allow them to be a kid again, even if it’s for a short period of time. We respond to the needs of the children and provide whatever we can to make their day a little brighter. We help put a smile back on the faces of children who need it most.” They have chapters located…

• Leadership Talk at Kidscreen Summit – Feb 7th

  Angela

  24 Jan 2012 | 1:57 pm

    Like a Boss: Honing Your Leadership Skills On February 7th (9-10a) I will be speaking at the kids’ entertainment industry’s most important annual event, Kidscreen Summit. The session lets you sit down with some of our industry’s most experienced executives and unearth the secret ingredients of effective leadership. Join us and be inspired by the vision, wisdom and personal “growing pains” stories of the following: Kate Ebner – Panelist – Founder & President: The Nebo Company Donna Friedman Meir – Moderator – President: Lemonade Creative…

• Are you a good Drama Mamma?

  Angela

  23 Jan 2012 | 1:36 pm

  I’ve always been interested in the theatre. And I know that my girls got the bug as well. People are often leery when it comes to the acting business, especially when it involves their children.  I went to THE Annie & a veteran in the biz for PBS’ The Parent Show to get some questions answered about how to protect our kids in the business (while staying clear of becoming that “stage” Mom) and how we can best support our kids in their search to follow their dreams, while dealing with rejection & other serious matters, in a healthy manner. First, I went to Marc…

• You think your meatball’s any good? Part I

  Greg

  21 Jan 2012 | 8:31 am

  It’s interesting how different we all are. Even members of our own family…while we might have similar characteristics, I’m often a step away from needing to see papers that we’re actually blood related at times. Sure things get heated from time to time as a result of this. But at a family function two weeks ago, a line was crossed. Our meatballs were judged! Attack me. Attack my longer than typical suburban length hair. But stay out of an Italian’s cooking panache. At least, it was finally ALL out in the open: my wife’s cousin uses 3 types of meat, my…

• How to end bullying for your child

  Laura

  19 Jan 2012 | 1:35 pm

  Bullying has been a top story in the news lately but if you’ve spent any time talking or reading about the subject, you’ll find a huge range in opinions about what actually constitutes bullying and even what age bullying can begin.  We adults have a hard time agreeing what is “normal” kids-being-kids stuff and what is malicious and potentially dangerous. Since my own 11 year old daughter is dealing with some of this now in middle school, I did a little research on the subject to help her, and me, tackle these issues in a way we can both feel good about.  I think it is important for…

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• The Importance of a Good Pitch

  Blair Kaplan

  25 Jan 2012 | 11:00 am

  Growing up I was never good at baseball. It was either my lack of good hand-eye coordination or that mere fact that I’m pigeon toed and excel at tripping over my own two feet. I have this clear memory of my Grade 5 gym teacher calling me up to pitch during a baseball game. Pitch? I can’t even manage to hit the ball with the bat, let alone throw it to where it needed to be. Well, needless to say she told me that baseball is not my sport and I’m not a good pitcher-until I learned a different kind of pitch. When I first began networking to promote my Living Free Canada (a coupon company I…

• Do You Make Up Stories?

  Sheila Chutskoff

  23 Jan 2012 | 11:00 am

  Check out the latest video blog post (vlog) from Sheila Chutskoff. Enjoy! Sheila Chutskoff talks about stories and how people constantly make them up. When you live a life full of stories you make decisions based on emotions not on facts. This can lead to a life of sadness, rumours and playing the victim. Learn how to distinguish between fact and story and you will live a happier life!

• THE GLUTEN FREE FILES. Celiac: The facts vs the rest

  Jessica Samuels

  20 Jan 2012 | 11:00 am

  Welcome to The Gluten Free Files! Here you will find the facts, trials, tribulations and joys of living gluten free. I was diagnosed celiac one year ago after years of being sick and misdiagnosed. Don’t worry. This is not the part where I bore you with my medical history…that will come in a subsequent column. Just Kidding. The last year has been quite the experience and it is my plan to share what I’ve learned and continue to learn with you. If you are Celiac, think you may be, have a Celiac in your life, have a wheat allergy, or are opting to live the gluten free life it is…

• Get Online

  Blair Kaplan

  18 Jan 2012 | 11:00 am

  We are all online in one way or another and I have used multiple online platforms to form relationships that have changed my life! The beautiful thing about building online profiles is that you can control what you put on them and who sees them. You can create profiles to connect to people who have similar interests as you, for both personal use and for business use. The trick is, when you meet people using online platforms ask a lot of questions. Trust me, I learned this the hard way. I once worked for an athletic apparel company and upon graduating from university I was promoted and moved…

• Who Cares About What Other People Think!

  Sheila Chutskoff

  17 Jan 2012 | 11:00 am

  Check out this video blog post (vlog) from Sheila Chutskoff. Enjoy! Sheila Chutskoff doesn’t care what other people think about her and in this video she asks why you care about what other people think about you! As long as you’re happy and nobody is getting hurt, DO IT! Get out there and start living the life you want to live!

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• Jordan has a blog!

  Laura Ries Dralle

  15 Jan 2012 | 9:00 am

  My daughter has made a blog so now you can read her posts. She writes about animals and her animals.     http://everydaylife-jojo.blogspot.com/ Go to this link, its Jays blog! ( Coming from Jordan ) Please I just started writing

• Some costumes mean the world, others?

  Laura Ries Dralle

  30 Oct 2011 | 8:19 am

  Brought to you by host columnist, Jordan Dralle: Closing in on Halloween, I remember my past trick or treats and costumes. When I was little I was a Barbie cheerleader. I remember waving my little pom poms around and going from house to house. I seriously look back at my old costumes and think. When I was two and dressed up as a baby pumpkin, and now I ask others in my school about what they will dress up as… I had one girl tell me that she is dressing up as a girl Mario. But have you seen the costume looks for a 20 year old? Wow, right?  Tricks and treats, ghouls and ghosts! Remember…

• Volunteer for heart, not pay

  Laura Ries Dralle

  29 Oct 2011 | 7:53 am

  A note to readers of the Zen Shark: This morning I was given the most amazing gift - an entire essay written by my daughter Jordan on my behalf. I still do not have the words to express how proud I am of her. I hope you enjoy it as much as I did. Thank you, Jordan, for your beautiful words. Since my mother has not written a blog for the past 3 months, I’ve decided myself to do it for her. Let me tell you, I’m her daughter, a pretty good writer and I can already tell writing a blog can be on the tough side until you actually think of something to say. But this morning, Saturday, October…

• Another Outdoor House Guest

  Laura Ries Dralle

  11 Aug 2011 | 12:49 am

  We had just finished putting the dishes away after dinner when Jim stopped dead in his tracks, and started to signal to me from across the kitchen. “Laura, come here! This is the most amazing thing I have ever seen in my life!” Jim whispered excitedly, creeping closer to the back kitchen door. “Hurry, before it goes away!” I quickly but quietly moved in front of where Jim was standing and looked out the window. Sitting in the middle of our deck, four feet from our back door, sat a teeny-tiny baby rabbit, sized somewhere between a furry tennis ball and a golf ball with ears. “Oh my…

• Teachers Are People, Too

  Laura Ries Dralle

  29 Jul 2011 | 10:47 pm

  While our family accepts that school is back in session in less than one month, nothing rubs your face in it more than all the back-to- school and “dorm headquarters” displays. But nothing can be a more specific reminder than running into your elementary school principal shopping at the same store you are. Growing up in Niles, a relatively large suburb, I can count on one hand the number of teachers I ran into in public (and I’m counting through high school). And when I did run into them, it was a total SHOCK. What were they doing outside of the school? Did the principal know about…

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  Women Make News

• Exploding Digital Activism: It's Not Helping

  Editor

  1 Jan 2012 | 2:38 pm

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• Slut Walk And OWS: Why are They Made or Branded in Canada?

  Editor

  2 Dec 2011 | 10:41 am

  by Janni Aragon Arab Spring, Occupy Wall Street and Slut walk, have given Political Science students good paper material this year.  Still, at the Canadian University where I teach, the otherwise socially aware  students have had no idea that the Occupy movements and SlutWalks were spawned in their country.  Made in Canada. read more

• Brenda Bailey Gershkovitch Makes Games of Social Mastery

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  14 Nov 2011 | 1:50 pm

  School26Summer_SecretsScreen.jpg We know women play games.  So why can’t women design games for other women—and then tally up their itunes revenue??   read more

• Women Benched: Diversity in Judges is Lacking in the Midwest

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  9 Nov 2011 | 3:15 pm

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• 7 Billion: Why this milestone is important for women and the environment

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  26 Oct 2011 | 12:23 pm

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• Have You Tuned It Out?

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  23 Jan 2012 | 7:12 pm

  Over the holidays I happened to be hanging out after grocery shopping at the big Whole Foods near my home… the special one with the pub where you can grab a glass of wine or microbrew and have a bite... [[ This is a content summary only. Visit my website for full links, other content, and more! ]]

• Do You Really Want to Realize Your Dreams?

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  16 Jan 2012 | 12:27 pm

  This might sounds like a stupid question…but… Do you really want to realize and experience the things you dream about? The things you say you want? What you’ve been yearning for? You are probably... [[ This is a content summary only. Visit my website for full links, other content, and more! ]]

• To Hell With New Year’s Resolutions!

  paulag

  6 Jan 2012 | 7:48 am

  Happy New Year!  I welcome this new year of 2012 with open arms and am energized about the possibilities. Yet, whenever someone starts talking about new year resolutions I cringe, the hair on my neck... [[ This is a content summary only. Visit my website for full links, other content, and more! ]]

• The 12 Days of Intuitive Intelligence™

  paulag

  21 Nov 2011 | 7:53 am

  Have you ever struggled to try to make the “right” decisions for your career, life and business?  Tired of banging your head against a wall out of frustration and trying to “figure it all out”? Well,... [[ This is a content summary only. Visit my website for full links, other content, and more! ]]

• What I Learned from Publishing My Book

  paulag

  10 Nov 2011 | 9:09 pm

  This post originally appeared on BlogHer. In September, I released my first full-length published book titled Open to Your Intuitive Intelligence™: Reflections on Nature and Wisdom and to say I am... [[ This is a content summary only. Visit my website for full links, other content, and more! ]]

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• Fashion Week Says Moms Are Stylish, Too!

  Jenna Petroff

  27 Jan 2012 | 11:22 am

  Source: Perezitos.com It’s about time! Fashion Week has finally caught on to my mantra that moms are fashion divas, too! Perhaps our down economy has been chipping away at the coveted young, ingenue’s pocketbook leaving less expendable cash for fashion. Or maybe it’s the stylish and high-profile moms that have inspired the new direction. Rachel Zoe just had her little bundle of joy last year and proved that breastfeeding had no impact on her style icon status. Fashionista.com asserted that it was the fabulous over 45 set, including hot mamas Julianne Moore, Jodie Foster and…

• Ditch the Balm Addiction: Five Days to Healthier Lips

  Lauren O'Brien

  17 Jan 2012 | 2:16 pm

  I have a least five different kinds of lip balm in my numerous purses and bags at all times. I’m addicted. And I’m not just stuck on a certain brand. I’ve tried them all: Chapstick, Carmex, Blistex, Burt’s Bees, you name it. Nothing seems to work. Every time I hear about a new lip balm, I get so excited because I think it might actually be the brand that actually cures dry lips. But eventually I have to face fact that none of them work. Some offer short-term relief, but none of the store brands I’ve tried have offered any kind of long-term cure. In fact, many of the brands contain…

• Fight the Right Way: A Girl’s Guide to Healthy Arguing

  Mandy Chapman

  13 Jan 2012 | 9:13 am

  It is inevitable that you and your beau will at times disagree. You are two individuals with opinions, desires, differing priorities, and unique thoughts and personalities. You may have initially been drawn to each other for some of the same reasons that are now causing you to have disagreements (his innate desire to plan and stick to a budget, the adorable way he wears his sports jerseys…out on dates, or his laid back attitude that is now just a little *too* relaxed, never seeming to care about anything). However, you are invested in this person, you have a solid relationship, laugh a lot,…

• Infused vodkas are my Achilles heel

  Pamela Raymond

  5 Jan 2012 | 2:03 pm

  I like a smart cocktail every now and again. There’s nothing wrong with imbibing with friends on a nice evening with a trained professional bartender to play mixoligist. I like the idea of someone else doing the hard labor on my favorite drinks and my drink of choice is usually an infused vodka and club soda. It is my Achilles heel. Never one to work too hard for a cocktail, it never occurred to me that making my own infusions at home could be an option. Taking fruits and vegetables and soaking them in vodka or tequila sounds so very good. What better way to get my daily allotment of fruits…

• 2012 Love Resolutions: An Exercise in Relationship Bliss

  Lauren

  4 Jan 2012 | 2:56 pm

  I feel like I am about to die. Every movement produces an overwhelming sense of pain. I shuffle like an old woman, I cough or sneeze and think I am going to pass out. My body is in the midst of a mutiny; various muscular groups would feed my hand to the crocodile if they could. It is January 4th and I have been to the gym three days in a row. It feels awesome. New Years is one of my favorite holidays. Every year, it affords a new beginning. A fresh start. It brings with it a sense that everyone can do better, be better. It’s an exhilarating holiday. Most people have their resolutions laid…

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  Career Chick Chat

• Did you know? The most common causes of conflict

  27 Jan 2012 | 1:51 pm

  None of this may be surprising - but a study of Canadian HR professionals found that the most common cause of conflict at work is warring egos and personality clashes- scoring a huge 86%!The study published by Psychometrics Canada Ltd in 2009 found that other top causes are poor leadership (73%), lack of honesty (67%) and clashing values (59%).Also unsurprisingly, it found that that the negative outcomes of conflict include:personal insults and attackspeople being firedresignationssick leaveNot good for the people involved or the business.Although there were also some positive benefits…

• Career Chick Hot Tip: If there's conflict at work it's best to...

  26 Jan 2012 | 1:51 pm

  The earlier the resolution, the less potential damage.Relationships stay intact, negative business impacts are minimized and people are more willing to compromise.And, you are seen as action-oriented and solution focused.All part of a positive perception of your Operating Style.

• 5 Fast Tips... for resolving conflict at work

  25 Jan 2012 | 1:51 pm

  Conflict at work (in fact, anywhere!) can occur when people are working towards different goals or outcomes, have different understandings of a situation or it may simply be because of miscommunication (amongst many other reasons).The way you react to and resolve conflict in the workplace is a defining characteristic of your personal Operating Style. How you manage your role in a conflict is important to the way that you are seen to manage yourself and relationships with others.Your role may be as an arbitrator in someone else's conflict, it may be with a colleague or between your…

• What to do when...you need to have a tough conversation at work

  24 Jan 2012 | 1:51 pm

  They're not something anybody looks forward to - but unfortunately at some time or other - there are some tough conversations that need to be had at work.They might be necessary because a conflict has arisen, as a manager you need to deliver some negative feedback, or you might have to raise something tricky with your boss.Whatever the reason, they are not fun. But the consequences of avoiding them may be even worse. Putting them off is not the answer. If you don't have the difficult discussions - the risk is that the problem/situation will get even worse.It can take courage to initiate a…

• words worth pondering: JFK and the different ways to approach a crisis

  23 Jan 2012 | 2:51 pm

  An oldie but a goodie of a quote to kick off this week's Career Chick Chat theme - a skill that is key to your career Operating Style - the ability to Resolve Conflict.Conflicts are not only potential crisis points - they are also opportunities to shine in challenging circumstances.How you approach, manage and resolve conflict influences you business reputation. And makes a difference if people want to work with or for you.Check back at Career Chick Chat for more blogs and tips on this topic or why not follow by email and have a daily career tip delivered straight to your inbox?Look…

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• Party Things competition

  Kathryn

  28 Jan 2012 | 12:09 am

  Today I am thrilled to announce a new competition on Becoming you. We are partnering with Party Things, a one stop party shop, to offer you some great prizes and exclusive discounts on kids party paraphernalia! Party Things is a great new concept in party planning allowing you to book everything for your child’s party online in one place and have it delivered to your door! They operate in the Cape Town Southern Suburbs – from Rondebosch to Muizenberg. Party Things have built up great relationships with the best suppliers in Cape Town. The offer the following: - themed tableware…

• Coco Chanels’ Apartment

  Kathryn

  27 Jan 2012 | 9:04 am

  I came across these photos of the interior of Coco Chanels’ Apartment in Paris located at 31 Rue Chambon. Gabrielle (a.k.a Coco) Chanel used this space as a base for her business over 75 years ago. Although she never slept here – she did that across the road at the Ritz hotel – this Orient-inspired place was where she entertained guests including artists Giacometti, Stravinsky and Dali. One of the most famous features is the spiral, mirrored staircase where Coco could position herself to discreetly watch the first reactions of the audience as each new design was unveiled as…

• Mungo and Jemima Summer Sale

  Kathryn

  26 Jan 2012 | 10:34 am

  Don’t miss the fabulous Mungo and Jemima Summer Sale. Starts Saturday. You don’t need to tell me twice ;) Post Footer automatically generated by Add Post Footer Plugin for wordpress. Ensure you don't miss any posts, sign up to receive a daily email from Becoming you in your inbox here.

• Library Story Times in Cape Town

  Kathryn

  26 Jan 2012 | 6:05 am

  A while back I did a post on free things to do in Cape Town with kids and included visiting a library during story time as one of the free options. Anyway I thought it might be useful as a separate post should anyone just want this info. Here is the list of Library Story Times in Cape Town. Bloubergstrand – Monday and Wednesday 3pm (ages 8 – 9) Brackenfell – Wednesday 10.30 – 11.30 (ages 3+) excludes school holidays Claremont – Wednesday 10am – 10.30am (ages 1 – 3) Durbanville – First Thursday 10.30am – 11am Fish Hoek – Friday 11am (preschoolers) Hout Bay – Friday 10am…

• Winner of the Maternity Lifestyle Photo Shoot

  Kathryn

  26 Jan 2012 | 12:35 am

  I am so pleased to announce the winner of the Maternity Lifestyle Photo Shoot from Blomerus Photography! Congratulations to Tracy Her Comment: Taryn Crombie should definately win this divine gift What an amazing friend to give you a gift that will commemorate such a special time, forever!! What an awesome prize. Thank you Blomerus Photography for sponsoring this competition! For more info or to book a Maternity Lifestyle Shoot or Birth Photography session please contact Marysol from Blomerus Photography via her website or her Facebook page. Thank you for entering this competition. Come back…

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• Resolution Free Zone

  Shann

  4 Jan 2012 | 2:20 pm

  Happy New Year! This is the the time of year when life coaches and personal development bloggers have a field day sharing tips and ideas about how to strut your stuff and live your best life. With the new year comes a clean slate. A blank page.  The chance to begin again. If you are ready to improve the quality of your life, chances are you will begin to make changes in January. With transition comes the comfortable pull of ‘the way things have always been’. This force is strong and can often overpower newly minted resolutions before they have a chance to germinate. I choose to…

• Awaken and Empower Your Inner Artist

  Shann

  21 Dec 2011 | 10:27 am

  The Artist’s Way Workshop Series presented by True Balance International. Are you seeking a way to energize your creativity, engage or re-engage your sense of artistry, and connect to all of the divine creative power you have within you? This 12 week series of workshops based on the book The Artist’s Way by Julia Cameron will provide you with the focus, dialogue, coaching, accountability and connection that will support you on a spiritual path to higher creativity. The Artist’s Way workshop series will be facilitated by transformation goddess, author and life coach,…

• Trust Yourself

  Shann

  6 Dec 2011 | 7:38 am

  Several weeks ago I experienced a few days of over-the-top fear-based thinking. It was time to face my self-limiting beliefs and have a conversation with my ‘Big S Self’. I created sacred space, got quiet and asked my higher power to help me get back on the path of blissful liberation. The divine download I received was loving and supportive. I feel like this message was meant to share with light bearers and healers around the world. Here goes … Believe in yourself. You already know what to do. You are poised for so much greatness. You offer much needed support to those who…

• Incremental Action Leads to Success

  Shann

  1 Dec 2011 | 2:20 pm

  “Whatever you do, or dream you can, begin it. Boldness has genius and power and magic in it.” -Johann Wolfgang von Goethe Have you ever found yourself in awe of another human being who seems to have it all? These are the people who show up full of vitality, creative magnetism and are without question, on top of their game. I experienced this awe-inspired feeling when I discovered Carrie Wilkerson, AKA The Barefoot Executive. I follow Carrie on twitter and Facebook and occasionally watch her videos etc. And you know what? I’ve found that Carrie is a rock star and a self-proclaimed…

• Happy Thanksgiving from True Balance

  Shann

  23 Nov 2011 | 11:00 am

  As we celebrate the American holiday of Thanksgiving and explore our hearts to define gratitude, abundance and generosity…I share with you this beautiful video. Enjoy!

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• When You're Above Average

  27 Jan 2012 | 1:42 am

  If your dreams outweigh those around youIf your style and grace seem to make everyone upsetIf you're never satisfied with 'just enough'If you're constantly yearning to upgrade your lifeIf you've ever wondered why no one understands youIf you're watching people make choices you stopped making 10 years agoIf you can't find the right crowd to fit intoIf you're constantly thinking, 'No one gets it'If you find yourself wanting to move to another countryIf you think you must be from another planetIf you are bored with socializing and prefer the company of your own thoughtsIf the men you meet are…

• One Question About The State Of The Union Address

  25 Jan 2012 | 11:44 am

  The government should do for people only what they can not do better for themselves and no more. ~Obama in the State of the Union addressAfter watching The State Of the Union Address by President Obama last night, this one statement haunted me. This comment was met with a rousing round of applause and a standing ovation. On the surface, it seems that President Obama's words are handing back personal responsibility to the individual but then again, they don't.Do for people only what they can not do better for themselves?What does this statement imply to you?

• How To Make A Decision Without All The Facts

  24 Jan 2012 | 11:34 am

  There are those times when you know something has to change. The change needs to come RIGHT NOW and you know that now is the time. In order for you to have the life you really want, sometimes a decision needs to be made quickly when you do not have all the facts.Here's how.Listen to your intuitionThere is a soft, yet insistent voice that 'sounds' just like yours. You hear it all the time but you think you are talking to yourself. This voice is a voice of reason. It is confident. It whispers instructions. It is never fearful or derogatory. It tells you the truth and offers guidance. You fear…

• EDITORIAL: Keystone XL Pipeline Revisited

  23 Jan 2012 | 6:48 pm

  By Christina FerminPolitics & Society ColumnistObama rejected the Keystone XL Pipeline that would go through environmentally sensitive lands, a victory declared by environmentalists. Political pundits have been taking swings at Obama, even after Republicans gave President Obama a small window to review the pipeline which they wanted approved. The most interesting thing I see come out of this debate is that Republicans are pushing for the pipeline to get built on the basis that it will boost the economy, create jobs and get America one step closer to energy independence. Let’s take a…

• Announcing The Winner of the $100 Shell Gas Card

  20 Jan 2012 | 10:01 am

  Jennifer Johnson in Smiths Grove, KentuckyMs. Johnson, we do hope you enjoy $100 of free gas courtesy of MySavvySisters.Com!There are more great surprises and give-aways to be won! Send an email to mysavvysisters[at]aweber.com to SUBSCRIBE!

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• Words for the Weekend

  Hello Ladies

  28 Jan 2012 | 6:27 am

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• Top Smartphone Apps for Busy Women

  Hello Ladies

  25 Jan 2012 | 2:00 pm

  Time is precious, so we need our smartphones to work hard and smart. Here is a list of app for smart, busy women. What apps do you recommend? Best Apps for Working Mothers

• Domestic Abuse: Be a Real Friend Not a Real Housewife

  Hello Ladies

  24 Jan 2012 | 7:23 pm

  As I sat watching the Real Housewives of Beverly Hills last night, (yes, I watch all of them and I’m not proud) I was reflecting on how sad and stressful – with the exception of Pandora’s million dollar wedding – the season had been. Viewers witnessed a woman unravel and struggle with domestic abuse. We’ve seen traces of abusive and controlling behavior in other Real Housewives franchises – most notably Orange Country. And we knew it was coming. Following the suicide of cast member Russell Armstrong before the season aired, the story of domestic abuse hit the media. So the…

• In Support of Reproductive Rights on Roe v. Wade Anniversary

  Hello Ladies

  22 Jan 2012 | 7:17 pm

  For the 39th anniversary of Roe v. Wade, the landmark Supreme Court ruling which made abortion legal in the United States, we are participating in NARAL Pro-Choice America’s Blog for Choice Day by answering the question: What will you do to help elect pro-choice candidates in 2012? It’s an important question. According to NARAL, in 2011 26 states enacted anti-choice measures. And in the GOP presidential primary race, four anti-choice candidates are vying for the nomination. In the good news category, on Friday the Obama administration announced it would uphold a ruling that…

• Gabrielle Giffords Will Resign

  Hello Ladies

  22 Jan 2012 | 3:21 pm

  Representative Gabrielle Giffords (D., Ariz.) announced today she will resign from Congress this week. Giffords will focus on her recovery – she was shot in the head last January at a constituent meet and greet. We wish her well and thank her for her service. Photo by Bill Morrow used via Creative Commons license.

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  VenusVision

• Opening Your Eyes and Ears to the World Around You

  Michelle Cantrell

  22 Jan 2012 | 9:54 pm

  Every time I go to Old Navy (which is more often than I care to admit), there is an older Middle Eastern looking man in the dressing room who unlocks the dressing room doors for you, and takes whichever clothes “didn’t work out” when you’re done to put them back on the hangers or fold them up and put them away. He’s always there. Granted, I’m typically there at the same time — somewhere between 10 am and 2 pm — a representation of the path that is crossed by the store hours with the hours my kids are in school. He’s pleasant, yet unobtrusive, mostly just getting the…

• The Normalization of Cosmetic Surgery and its Impact on Society and Human Development

  Michelle Cantrell

  22 Dec 2011 | 9:09 pm

  (submitted as a final paper for Advanced Human Development, College of Education and Human Development, Counseling and Development Program, GMU, Fall 2011) Abstract In 2010, Americans spent nearly $10.7 billion on 9.5 million cosmetic procedures (American Society for Aesthetic Plastic Surgery, 2011). Since 1997, the first year in which the American Society for Aesthetic Plastic Surgery (ASAPS) began collecting data, there has been a 155% increase in the total number of cosmetic procedures. According to a recent survey, more than half of Americans approve of cosmetic plastic surgery. As…

• Confessions of a Failed Anorexic Has Arrived!

  Michelle Cantrell

  7 Nov 2011 | 7:03 am

  After nearly three years of work, my novel, Confessions of a Failed Anorexic is finally available! Here is the description as it reads on Amazon: Sarah Thompson went on her first diet when she was seven years old, and has been on a dieting roller coaster ever since. Longing for what she doesn’t have, the unfulfilled stay-at-home mom goes on a journey of self discovery tainted by the pursuit of a perfect body. An unlikely friendship with fun-loving and thin-obsessed Stacy Vargus leads Sarah down a path she believes will bring her closer to a world she has spent a lifetime chasing, only to…

• Are You ‘Cautiously’ Optimistic About Life?

  Michelle Cantrell

  14 Oct 2011 | 11:17 am

  The other day I told someone that I had applied to graduate school and that I was “cautiously optimistic” that I would get in. We hear that phrase a lot: “cautiously optimistic”. We think something good might happen, but we don’t want to get our hopes up in case it doesn’t work out. Seems like a pretty good stance to take on future outcomes, right? Now I’m not so sure. Why should I be cautious with my optimism? Why can’t I just be optimistic outright? Yes, holding back on optimism is a way of protecting ourselves from disappointment, but by expecting less than the best from…

• Are You Living in the Past?

  Michelle Cantrell

  6 Oct 2011 | 7:52 am

  The spare bedroom in our house is known as ‘the office’. Although the only piece of furniture that now occupies the room is a futon which is usually pulled out in the bed position and covered in toys that have spilled over from our kids’ rooms, it once served as a home office for my husband. And, even though he moved his office into the basement more than a year ago, the bedroom which has become our guest/play room will likely forever be known to us as ‘the office’. Fortunately, our spare bedroom doesn’t have an identity that is being warped by conflicting ideas of who it is and…

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  Women's eNews

• Ecuador Closes Down Torture; Egyptians Nix Rights

  WeNews staff

  27 Jan 2012 | 11:00 pm

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• Two War Films Are February's Dark Dazzlers

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  26 Jan 2012 | 11:00 pm

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• Arabic Twitter Stars Come Face-to-Face in Cairo

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  26 Jan 2012 | 4:00 am

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• Family and Work: An Immigrant Woman's Dilemma

  Zaira Cortés

  25 Jan 2012 | 11:00 pm

    Midnight passes and it is intensely cold on Roosevelt Avenue. On the corner of 82 Street, Maria Gomez, a-39-year-old Mexican, carefully cleans the space occupied by her food cart. read more

• Cameroon Rape Victims Confront Legal Gauntlet

  Irene Zih Fon

  24 Jan 2012 | 11:00 pm

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  Radiology Technician Info

• Radiology Technician Schools in Illinois

  Manda

  21 Jan 2012 | 5:44 pm

  Illinois is a wonderful state home to many impressive universities and colleges, and if you’re looking for the top radiology technician schools in Illinois, you’re in luck. There are several programs available at several educational facilities throughout the state. Offering not only classroom experience but clinical experience as well, Illinois is a great choice for your radiology education. Here are some of the top schools to keep in mind. Northwestern University Renowned for being an all-around great school, Northwestern University is a prime example of what an academic facility…

• Radiology Technician Schools in Arizona

  Manda

  19 Jan 2012 | 9:15 pm

  Arizona is one of the hottest areas in the United States, not only in temperature, but in education as well, so finding the best radiology technician schools in Arizona can be a bit daunting. This isn’t due to a lack of talent, but due to sheer number of great programs in the state making it difficult to pick just one. Here are just a few to help you decide. PIMA Medical Institute PIMA Medical Institute actually has campuses around the USA, but that doesn’t change the fact that its Tucson, AZ location is one of the best. The curriculum isn’t too different from the other…

• Radiology Technician Schools in Texas

  Manda

  17 Jan 2012 | 9:15 pm

  While Texas is known for big things, they’re also home to great education programs, and if you’re looking for great radiology technician schools in Texas, then you’ve made an excellent choice. Texas is highly-acclaimed for its rich heritage and outstanding colleges and universities, so there isn’t any doubt that it hosts many fantastic radiology technician programs as well. Here are just few choice schools to keep in mind. Texas Tech University Texas Tech University is known for being great at many thing, from academics to athletics, and their radiology technician…

• Radiology Technician Schools in California

  Manda

  15 Jan 2012 | 9:14 pm

  Finding good radiology technician schools in California can be difficult, but it is a necessary first step in pursuing a career in radiology. A radiology technician is required to know a lot, so having a good education is important. From prepping patients to explaining procedures, you’ll want all the preparation you can get. Follow along for info on some of the top schools in California. UCLA UCLA is one of the top schools in the country, not just in radiology, but in most other academic programs as well. Participants in the program can expect to spend at least four years in both…

• Radiology Technician Schools

  Manda

  2 Jan 2012 | 4:32 pm

  Radiology technician schools supply some of the most sought after education in the nation. Over the course of the last two years, the unemployment rate in the United States has hovered between 8.5 to 10 percent. Radiology technician positions, however, are in high demand and are only projected to continue to grow. In order to qualify for a position as a radiology technician, most states require certifications and/or licenses, which can only be obtained once the proper training has been achieved. There are numerous institutions that offer radiology technician training. Some universities and…

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  Hempista : Hemp Fashion, Beauty, Wellness and Lifestyle

• Detox Tips and Tricks

  The Hempista

  26 Jan 2012 | 5:23 pm

  Detox Tips and Tricks It’s a great time of year to detox. With the holidays a month behind us and spring lurking in our minds, our bodies need some …Hempista : Hemp Fashion, Beauty, Wellness and Lifestyle

• All Hemp, No Crunch: Hot Hemp Picks from Etsy

  The Hempista

  24 Jan 2012 | 9:02 pm

  All Hemp, No Crunch: Hot Hemp Picks from Etsy Why choose hemp? Because more often than not hemp for hemps sake is the laughing stock of the fashion world. But, hemp lends itself to …Hempista : Hemp Fashion, Beauty, Wellness and Lifestyle

• Dope On A Rope? Nope, It’s Soap!

  MizzJ

  29 Dec 2011 | 2:24 pm

  Dope On A Rope? Nope, It’s Soap! Refreshing hempy love can be yours in the shower, thanks to Dope on a Rope. There’s no dope in it, mind you, but you won’t …Hempista : Hemp Fashion, Beauty, Wellness and Lifestyle

• Freshen Up Your Home After the Holidays

  The Hempista

  29 Dec 2011 | 4:17 am

  Freshen Up Your Home After the Holidays The party is over, the meals have been eaten, the gifts have been opened, the family has left. Congratulations, you just made it through …Hempista : Hemp Fashion, Beauty, Wellness and Lifestyle

• Skin Tips For Winter

  The Hempista

  29 Dec 2011 | 2:48 am

  Skin Tips For Winter Your skin may be a battlefield this time of year. In most places, it’s a dry, dark, deep freeze and there is still at least …Hempista : Hemp Fashion, Beauty, Wellness and Lifestyle

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  the ch!cktionary

• did you book your trip through a travel agency that offered some kind of package? i'm looking to vacation in southeast asia but packages seem so expensive!

  26 Jan 2012 | 10:54 pm

  No, I didn’t book a package. I paid for my transcontinental flights with airline miles and booked a couple hotels at employee rates, thanks to my mom’s discount (she works for a hotel chain). I also stayed with people during a couple points, when I couldn’t find available rooms. I’ll be honest: I’m not a huge fan of vacation packages. My first trip to Southeast Asia (back in 2008) was planned by a travel agency. I was traveling in a group and there was limited time, so a package made sense then, but if I could do that trip all over again (and one day, I totally will), I would have…

• Hands down, my favorite part of the all-too-brief trip to...

  26 Jan 2012 | 1:00 pm

  Hands down, my favorite part of the all-too-brief trip to Shanghai: our little sojourn to 50 Moganshan Road, a group of warehouses transformed into contemporary art galleries. It still carries some remnants of its indie past, but has clearly become increasingly developed over the years. I got a bunch of postcards from my favorite exhibitions, including Yu Lin’s Red Guards series and Xuanmin Jin’s Shikumen series. Sadly, we didn’t spend as much time in the galleries as I would have liked, since most were closed for the Lunar New Year. When I next find myself in Shanghai, though, this…

• Name ten of your favorite books? :)

  26 Jan 2012 | 10:42 am

  OOOH THIS IS TOUGHIE. This is probably an incomplete list (especially since I’m in LA and not currently in front of my bookshelf in Boston) and I do have to separate “literary” recs from pleasure reading, but here’s the former: Fear of Flying, Erica JongSlouching Toward Bethlehem, Joan DidionThe Bell Jar, Sylvia Plath The Handmaid’s Tale, Margaret Atwood Fear And Loathing In Las Vegas, Hunter S. Thompson The Women’s Room, Marilyn FrenchHunger: A Novella and Stories, Lan Samantha Chang You can likely deduce from the above list that my ideal book would be a coming-of-age story…

• The actual “sample” form at the Chinese visa office...

  25 Jan 2012 | 12:00 pm

  The actual “sample” form at the Chinese visa office in Hong Kong. Copies of this were hung up all over the room - I suppose this was an attempt to encourage foreigners to fill out their applications correctly and honestly? The Chinese government: even more ludicrous that I’d previously imagined.

• Language Immersion

  24 Jan 2012 | 3:15 pm

  When I was out at a nightclub in Shanghai the other night, there was this inebriated Chinese guy who was making my gaydar go off in all kinds of ways. One second, he’s humping a male acquaintance in my group - and really, there is no other way to describe the scene except “humping” - the next, he’s grabbing my hand and leading me off the dance floor to his table. I am more than a little confused and he doesn’t speak English so using my barely passable Mandarin, I am able to deduce the following: He is not interested in the aforementioned target of his humping.* He is, in fact,…

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  BizChickBlogs

• 2012…Simply The Best

  Christina Linnell

  22 Jan 2012 | 8:45 pm

    I’m still a bit shell shocked that we have seen 2011 come and go. I know us ol’ geezers always say this but, Where Has The Time Gone?It seemed like just yesterday that I was planning my year and now I’m into a new one. When I look back on 2011 I am mighty pleased with how it has turned out. I officially launched my business, Linnell Media Group and started taking on my first clients.I have seen projects come and go and new opportunities arise. This will be my year, I feel it in my bones.I believe it will be Simply The Best  Here’s to Simply The…

• bizchickblogs – a time for rest

  Tia Peterson

  29 Dec 2011 | 5:00 am

  This is just a little announcement to say that as of January 2012, I will officially take a rest from blogging. I am not sure when I personally will be posting regularly again, but bizchickblogs.com is going to be undertaking a major brand re-design and site change. I am looking forward to the changes, but also looking forward to the rest before I begin tackling them.At least once a month, I will publish guest posts and re-publish content that you would like to share with readers here. Please feel free to email me at tia@bizchickblogs.com for details or to ask questions. If you have…

• Little Lessons on How to Go with the Flow

  Tia Peterson

  21 Dec 2011 | 7:18 am

  From the 1999 movie, The Office:Milton Waddams: I was told that I could listen to the radio at a reasonable volume from nine to eleven, I told Bill that if Sandra is going to listen to her headphones while she’s filing then I should be able to listen to the radio while I’m collating so I don’t see why I should have to turn down the radio because I enjoy listening at a reasonable volume from nine to eleven.The most patient people in the world tend to be those who excel at working with other people, because working with people demands patience. People aren’t like…

• Competitive Workplaces and Networking Groups – How to Deal

  Tia Peterson

  20 Dec 2011 | 5:00 am

  If there’s a little bit of competition going on in your workplace – or perhaps in your networking group if you are self-employed – consider it a gift. Competition is not necessarily bad. It may give you the opportunity to stand out and, in turn, get that promotion you want or the big account you’ve been eyeing.Do you like competitive jobs? A 2010 study by the National Bureau of Economic Research found a pretty significant gender gap in jobs that are considered competitive – which doesn’t surprise me. I believe that’s why in sales, it seems that most…

• How to Change Your Boring Blog into Something Unique

  Amanda DiSilvestro

  20 Dec 2011 | 5:00 am

  I truly believe that one of the most difficult things for a blogger is finding a topic to discuss. You know the value of blogging and you want to be good at it, but there are so many blogs to compete with. You want to be original and unique, but just when you think you’ve got an idea you see it pop up on a similar blog.The fact that you even have to say “similar blog” is somewhat unsettling. Every blogger wants their blog to have something different to offer; not because of the money or the increased traffic, but because a blog is so personal. You want to express your individuality…

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  Wspot-NYC

• What’s Your Favorite Philosophy?

  wspotnyc

  12 Jan 2012 | 11:16 pm

  I recently started using Philosophy’s Vanilla Birthday Cake shower gel and it’s incredible. Unlike other shower gels, this one leaves your skin feeling smooth- not greasy and it smells like freshly baked vanilla cake. The smell lingers even after you’ve taken a shower. If you have dry skin, this is the perfect remedy for you this winter season. You should also try Philosophy’s other rich, aromatic shower gels which you can find at your local Sephora.

• Holiday Ads

  wspotnyc

  22 Nov 2011 | 3:50 pm

       

• Ad Pick of the Week: Ivory

  wspotnyc

  20 Oct 2011 | 9:21 am

  A great headline and tagline that exemplifies what Ivory soap as a brand represents.

• The Secret to Beautiful Hair…Lanza

  wspotnyc

  21 Sep 2011 | 1:00 pm

  If you’re looking for a product that can straighten your hair without the use of harsh chemicals, then Lanza is the right product for you. I’ve been using Lanza’s Healing Smooth Smoother Straightening Balm and it definitely works. It quickly smoothes out frizz and leaves your hair looking straight, shiny and smelling great. I also use Lanza’s Healing Strength Neem Plant Silk Serum which is a light-weight serum that reduces hair breakage and makes your hair stronger. Together, these two products will transform your hair and give you the sleek look you’ve been…

• Fall/Winter 2011 Fashion Trends

  wspotnyc

  22 Aug 2011 | 6:57 pm

  Major looks for this season: graphic knits bright outerwear leather jackets high boots (python, alligator, shearling, faux fur) animal prints 40′s style dresses shiny patent leather shoes/bags sequins blanket coats peacoats varsity coats lace dresses (a trend we saw this past spring) fluted skirts ruffle shirts collared dresses metallic choker and collar jewelry scarves clutches faux fur/animal print/silver bags (it’s all about the big bags this season) high heels with glitter, snakeskin, and color block patterns kitten heels high heel loafers

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  Women's Refugee Commission - Blog

• Building a Better and Safer Haiti for Women and Children

  18 Jan 2012 | 2:23 pm

  Last week marked the second anniversary of the earthquake in Haiti, which brought massive destruction and loss of life and resulted in the initial displacement of more than 2 million people. Even before the earthquake, life was often harrowing for impoverished women and girls, and this remains true today. On this anniversary, I cannot get out of my mind a comment a Haitian woman made to my Women’s Refugee Commission colleagues who visited the country in the months after the quake: “Everything got worse, especially for us women.” Two years after disaster struck, it is hard to say that…

• Building Trust: Protecting Children in Colombia’s War

  22 Dec 2011 | 1:29 pm

  Children like this girl express a deep desire for peace. More than 10,000 boys and girls have been pulled into Colombia’s war between guerillas, paramilitary units and government forces. Photo by: Niousha Mission At first, she said, they treated her “like a queen.” But shortly after recruiting then-nine-year-old Sofia from a small village in Colombia, the guerilla fighters began beating and raping her.  “For me, I didn’t have a childhood,” Sofia told us. ”It is a childhood that I do not wish for anybody.” Sofia, whose real name is withheld for her protection, was in the hands…

• U.S. Launches National Action Plan on Women, Peace and Security

  19 Dec 2011 | 11:00 pm

  It has been an encouraging few weeks for advocates working on issues related to the role of women in peacebuilding, reconstruction and recovery processes. On December 10, three courageous women, two from Liberia and one from Yemen, inspired people everywhere when they received the Nobel Peace Prize in Oslo for their efforts to bring peace to their countries. And yesterday, President Obama released the first-ever U.S. National Action Plan on Women, Peace and Security.

• Landmark Refugee Conference Puts Tackling Sexual and Gender-based Violence at Top of the Agenda

  16 Dec 2011 | 8:36 am

  "I will do everything possible to uphold and strengthen UNHCR’s corporate commitment to address sexual and gender-based violence and to support states in ensuring access of survivors to justice,” declared UN High Commissioner for Refugees, António Guterres, as he opened a historic ministerial meeting to mark the 60th anniversary of the 1951 Refugee Convention and the 50th anniversary of the 1961 Statelessness Convention on December 7 and 8 in Geneva. One hundred and forty six countries attended the event, more than 70 of them represented at ministerial level, including the presence of…

• Skills To Survive: Providing Refugee Women The Right To Work

  10 Dec 2011 | 11:53 am

  Women's Refugee Commission Board member Sam Witten writes about why he considers Human Rights Day (Dec. 10) a particularly important opportunity to reflect on the need to protect and preserve the human rights of refugee women, who are so often the victims of abuse and gender-based violence and who frequently suffer from an utter lack of economic opportunities. Read his blog on Huffington Post.

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  Naked Girl in a Dress

• On Winning 1 Million Dollars

  Naked Girl in a Dress

  27 Jan 2012 | 10:49 am

  On a run recently my mind was racing with ideas. The mind-racing thing actually happens whenever I am not sleeping. Just so you know. Oh, and sometimes my mouth and mind are racing. And somehow I have friends, a family that speaks to me, and a boyfriend. I don’t drive everyone crazy with this... Click to read the entire post.

• Rediscovering Hope and Love

  Naked Girl in a Dress

  26 Jan 2012 | 7:36 am

  I meet so many people through my blog and social media. Many I consider friends without ever having met them. Alycia Neighbours is one of those people. She’s someone I know it would be fun to grab a cup of coffee with and spend the morning talking. Alycia is the type of person you feel [...] Click to read the entire post.

• Peering In and Down from the Top

  Naked Girl in a Dress

  25 Jan 2012 | 10:38 am

  Peering down from the top of an indoor climbing wall on Sunday, my belayer continued to repeat she was prepared for me to descend. It was good to know, but I wasn’t ready. As I clung to the top, I had a moment of contemplation. This really wasn’t the appropriate time for... Click to read the entire post.

• How to Improve Your Relationship with Your Ex

  Naked Girl in a Dress

  23 Jan 2012 | 9:47 am

  Whenever I write about the good relationship I have with my ex, I receive praise from readers and my social media followers. People comment on my blog about their frustration of not having the same. Many ask how they can get to a good place with their ex as well. I appreciate the praise and [...] Click to read the entire post.

• Naked Girl Wraps Up with a New Blogging Crush

  Naked Girl in a Dress

  22 Jan 2012 | 9:39 am

  Longtime readers know I have a blogging crush on Darren Rowse. I have written about this several times, with the first mention of my obsession interest in Darren only one month into blogging. He has tweeted twice about reading my blog, which of course were great blogging moments for me (let’s... Click to read the entire post.

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  wowElle

• Tupperware’s Global Links’ Externship Program to make Iraqi women entrepreneurs

  Newsdesk

  24 Jan 2012 | 11:28 am

  Harnessing education to empower women, Tupperware Brands today announced the creation of the Tupperware Global Links Program, a yearlong externship designed to inspire a new generation of Iraqi women entrepreneurs and, in turn, help strengthen the country’s struggling economy and rebuild its middle class. Tupperware, a longtime World Economic Forum (WEF) participant, is announcing the initiative at the annual meeting because of its strong and ongoing connection to WEF’s Global Gender Parity Group and because it exemplifies this year’s conference theme: The Great…

• The lady who created the famous Fail Whale

  wowElle

  23 Jan 2012 | 7:43 am

  Yes, it was a lady who created the famous and the much adored Fail Whale, the image used by Twitter to pacify its users during its downtime. Apparently Twitter got the image from istockphoto.com and the creator Yiying Lu was not even aware that Twitter had started using it. Yiying Lu (whose name means “Yi” (pronounced “yee”), means Happy; “Ying” (pronounced “ying”), means “creative.” ) had in fact made the original, named “Lifting Up a Dreamer” as a birthday e-card for her friends overseas. Here are some interesting facts about the Fail Whale; Twitter's…

• Laura Dekker completes circumnavigating the globe, alone

  wowElle

  23 Jan 2012 | 7:25 am

  Laura Dekker completed her solo circumnavigation of the globe on her 38-foot yacht, “Guppy”, covering over 27,000 nautical miles, becoming the youngest solo circumnavigator ever on the planet ! Rather than finish at any of the ports at home, she chose to end it at Island of Sint Maarten in the Dutch Antilles, from where she had set sail, chiefly because she feels it would be ” very difficult for me to return to the Netherlands. I will complete my solo circumnavigation on the island of Sint Maarten.” The difficulty being the legal restrictions brought about by the…

• What is SOPA and how it will boomerang on the US

  Joshi Jose

  19 Jan 2012 | 9:28 am

  The world media has been buzzing since the past few weeks about SOPA – all over the web, news publications and television. People have been ranting about it all over.Politicians are favoring it, (sigh) netizens are opposing it. But there is more to SOPA which is definitely good to know if you are a netizen or have anything to do with the internet and its openness. SOPA – Stop Online Piracy Act, is the work of genius Lamar Seeligson Smith who is the U.S. Representative for Texas’s 21st congressional district. He has been in that post since 1987 enjoying the guardianship of…

• Jessica Alba co-founded Honest.com wants to create honest baby products

  wowElle

  17 Jan 2012 | 8:49 am

  Jessica Alba, the  Globe-nominated actress has now turned entrepreneur, co-founding The Honest Company, with Honest.com as its online domain, and along with Brian Lee ( of ShoeDazzle and LegalZoom ) intend to  “create a family, dream brand -  that combines savvy style, sustainability, and extraordinary service & convenience all wrapped in a passion for social goodness, tied with a bow of integrity and sprinkled with a little cheeky fun.” After the spectacular success of ShoeDazzle which had the celebrity muscle of Kim Kardashian, Brian Lee seem to want to repeat the success…

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  Inspiring Pretty

• Super Bowl Party Inspiration

  Bonnie

  27 Jan 2012 | 8:00 am

  Inspiring Pretty Even if you are not a football fan, it is hard not to love the Super Bowl. The excitement is contagious and it offers a great opportunity to bond with your family and friends.  I like it because it is an unofficial holiday.  It is special enough to gather together, but there isn’t a lot of pressure on the hostess.  You don’t often hear someone say, “Oh, you ruined the Super Bowl!  This makes it the perfect opportunity to play with some ideas that you haven’t fully committed to yet.  Like those recipes you have book marked.  Or that centerpiece…

• Enter to Win a KitchenAid Artisan 5-Quart Stand Mixer!

  Claire

  26 Jan 2012 | 11:00 pm

  Inspiring Pretty We have not had a giveaway this year yet, so we decided to kick it off with something big. We’ve teamed up with a few other blogs to bring you something that will make your cooking as easy as pie (which you will probably make a lot with this). We bring you the KitchenAid Artisan 5 Quart Stand Mixer! I’ve always wanted a stand mixer, but one of you lucky readers will get it. So, be sure to take advantage of your opportunity and enter! This contest is open to everyone. That’s right, anyone in the world can enter! For a US winner, the mixer will be shipped…

• Handmade Thursday: Fabric Frames

  Lindsey

  26 Jan 2012 | 7:00 am

  Inspiring PrettyHave you ever found yourself with outdated paintings or pictures that you don’t want?  Yeah me too.  That’s the predicament I found myself in a few weeks ago.  I was going through my stuff in storage, cleaning up and getting rid of old stuff.  I came across some old pictures in picture frames and thought, “I can’t just throw these out.  But I also don’t want to give them away.  There has to be something I can do with them.” I realized I didn’t care too much for the pictures but rather the frames were what kept my interest.  So,…

• Have a Heart This Valentine’s Day

  Claire

  25 Jan 2012 | 7:00 am

  Inspiring PrettyValentine’s is the time of love, which means it’s the time of hearts. Hearts are everywhere on Valentine’s Day from boxes of chocolates to jewelry  and everything in between. So, why not get into the spirit and make everything red, romantic and of course, heart-shaped. To help you along the way of celebrating the day of love, I’ve found a few cute ways to add some hearts to your life in ways that you may not have thought of. via etsy.com/shop/annakrycz Make your own Valentine’s gift for your friends or your special someone by giving them…

• Review It, Baby! : Bioglo Shower Products

  Lindsey

  24 Jan 2012 | 7:00 am

  Inspiring PrettyWe have been known (in the past year) to do a few reviews and giveaways on Tuesdays and I’d like to bring that back around for awhile!  So for the next few weeks you’re going to see some reviews popping up that will lead to an awesome giveaway.  Today I’m going to share with you my views on some stuff from Bioglo for the shower.  You know, shampoos, body washes etc.  Actually, there is no etc…… it’s just 2 shampoos and a body wash. Silly me!  Here we go: Bioglo Pure Aloe Intimate Wash with Protective Bioecolia I chose to tell you all…

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  Naaree.com - Women At Work | Indian Woman's Magazine

• How To Create A Business Brand In A Troubled Economy

  Naaree Admin

  23 Jan 2012 | 12:39 am

  A good business brand is one that can withstand an ailing economy. In today’s times wherein majority of the world is suffering from financial crisis, small- to big-time businesses are feeling the impact of this downturn. This is when your branding campaign will be put to the test. Indeed, when businesses are competing for what remains of the market, you have to double your efforts at making the brand enable your business to thrive. What is also essential in these times is to never discount the impact of quality and improving value statements. These are important factors that hold…

• 10 Ways To Step Into Your Feminine Power And Rule Your World

  Naaree Admin

  19 Jan 2012 | 7:07 am

  It’s not easy for a woman in India to be powerful in what is still, in many ways, a man’s world. Every day we encounter negativity from those who are threatened by the strides that women have made. It’s reached the point where we feel that we either have to be a bimbo or a bitch to succeed. But we don’t have to be either. We just need to be human beings with the ability to express our unique gifts and talents. 1. Cultivate Self-Love and Self-Esteem One of the most important things a woman must cultivate is her self-esteem and the ability to love herself. If your self-love and…

• A Career In Law: Colleges And Courses In India And Abroad

  Naaree Admin

  17 Jan 2012 | 1:53 am

  A career in law is perfect for the girl who is meticulous, efficient and who has a strong sense of morality and integrity. Today, Indian law schools make it easier for female candidates to enter their campuses by eradicating gender biases during entrances. However, in the field of law in India, men still outnumber women. One of the reasons for this could be the lack of knowledge about the different career paths in law for the Indian woman. The Preparatory Phase A law degree can start right after the 12th standard secondary school examinations. Students can opt for the 5-year prestigious LLB…

• Business Etiquette Tips: Hosting A High Tea

  Naaree Admin

  15 Jan 2012 | 1:22 am

  By Sapna Chheda Ever felt fed-up of organizing formal dinners and social gatherings? Wanted to entertain people but still have a relaxed time? Well, then there’s nothing better than a high tea. A high tea is generally hosted in the afternoons or any hour of the day accompanied with some tea and light snacks. It can be casual or formal. There are no set rules on how to host a high tea, but if you have never hosted one, here are some etiquette tips to turn your ordinary afternoon into an amazing one. High Tea History Centuries ago, high tea was popularly known as ‘low tea’ and was…

• Katrina Kaif: From Aspiring Model To Queen Of Bollywood

  Naaree Admin

  10 Jan 2012 | 8:13 pm

  If you ask any man to describe his perfect woman or ask any woman to describe an aspirational role model, chances are Katrina Kaif will be mentioned at least a couple of times. Undoubtedly the reigning queen of Indian cinema today, this pretty, young woman entered Bollywood in 2003 with Kaizad Gustad’s, Boom. In spite of its impressive cast list (Amitabh Bachan, Gulshan Grover), the film failed to make an impact in the box office. But Kaif’s love for Bollywood was sealed. From Model to Actress The model/actress has been modeling since the age of 14 for Models 1 modeling agency and has…

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  What's new on Divine.ca

• Beckham in Briefs (editor`s pick)

  26 Jan 2012 | 10:00 pm

  It’s that time again: another star collaboration for fashion powerhouse, H&M! This time around, it’s soccer legend-in-the-making David...

• divine.ca`s Top Love Tips (article)

  26 Jan 2012 | 10:00 pm

  Words of wisdom for single and coupled-up gals Whether happily attached or still navigating the single sea, it’s safe to say that there are always...

• Something Old, Something New (tip)

  23 Jan 2012 | 10:00 pm

  Are you in a fashion rut? It’s to be expected, given that our wallets have taken quite a beating this past Holiday season, and some of us haven’t...

• 2011 Hollywood Gossip Quiz (quiz)

  2 Jan 2012 | 10:00 pm

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  8 Women Dream

• Ready To Launch: Walmart’s Get On The Shelf Contest

  Heather Montgomery, Product Launch Dreams

  27 Jan 2012 | 1:00 pm

    This news makes me kick my own butt. Yes, I know a ton of entrepreneurs that are planning and working toward getting into a market as big as Walmart. But are they ready? I know I’m not. Would you be ready? Regardless of your opinion of Walmart as a big-box store, they are the [...]

• What Research Can Teach You: January Product Launch Status

  Heather Montgomery, Product Launch Dreams

  27 Jan 2012 | 3:00 am

  You’ve probably heard this statement before: You don’t know what you don’t know. January has opened my eyes to several things I don’t know. The good news, is that I can learn pretty quick! You may remember at the start of this already almost-month-old year I posted about the need to kick my own launch [...]

• Product Review: Soften Up With Nivea’s Touch Of Smoothness Body Wash

  Heather Montgomery, Product Launch Dreams

  26 Jan 2012 | 4:00 am

  Valentine’s Day ready skin that is a touch of smoothness Not to gross you out, but I have an new interesting issue this winter. In addition to the dry skin from the cold and living in recycled air, my ongoing 60+ pound weight loss has me sagging and wrinkling in new places. Yuck. I’ve done [...]

• Wordless Wednesday: Fisheye Lens Inspiration Images

  Remy Gervais, Top Photographer

  25 Jan 2012 | 5:00 am

  Fisheye lenses are popular for some photographers for the wide panoramic image they create. Fisheye lenses were created to to study cloud formation and were called, "whole-sky lenses." The resulting image presentation creates an effect that mimics the curve of the Earth. I think it rather looks like you are in a dream-state, or living your dream. Come tell me what you think of my "fisheye" photography [...]

• Posting from Paradise: How to Work from Anywhere

  Lisa Powell, Author & Serial Traveler

  24 Jan 2012 | 4:00 am

  It was our own private cove in paradise, a little half-moon of sand, an indentation in the coastline separated from the rest of the stretch of beach by lava rocks on the left and wind-swept trees on the right. We'd hiked for more than twenty minutes along a path of red earth bordered by tall grasses, meandering along the winding path with a gentle slope, with the ocean peeking through the trees down a steeper slope to our right.

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  CHICK - Every Woman is a F*@king Superhero!

• Superhero Affirmations To Rock Your Day

  kai

  25 Jan 2012 | 4:29 am

  Did you know 80 percent of an average person’s thoughts are negative?  Shoot, at certain points in my life my thoughts were 99.9 percent negative. Superheroes don’t roll like that because we know negative thoughts get in the way of performing world changing bad-assery. A positive mindset is key to tapping into our superpowers.  So to thwart those times when the evils of the world start to take their toll we offer you this quick 2 minute video of affirmations made especially for superheroes. Watch it anytime you need a boost.  Expand your mind, develop your human potential. Do…

• Kick-Ass CHICKs in Fiction: May Parker

  tony

  18 Jan 2012 | 1:05 am

  Message from Kai: As we make moves to take whoisCHICK to the next level, I’m thrilled to introduce everyone to Tony Albanese. He recently came on board as our Producer of Marketing & Distribution which means he’s here to help spread the word about all things CHICK. Along with writing on the “Just Add Cape” blog from time to time, you’ll also find him hanging out on our social networks. Be sure to say hi when you cross his path either here or on Facebook, Twitter, YouTube and Google+. Welcome to the CHICK family Tony! As a self declared nerd, digital media enthusiast,…

• The Seven Spiritual Laws of Superheroes with Gotham Chopra

  kai

  11 Jan 2012 | 1:01 am

  We’re showing some DUDE love this week as I chat with Gotham Chopra about redefining what it means to be a superhero. Gotham wrote The Seven Spiritual Laws of Superheroes with his dad Deepak Chopra and as you’ll see in the video, I love this book!  It should be in every superheroes library which is why we’re giving away three signed copies! A little about Gotham… Gotham is a multi-media voice in the worlds of entertainment, news, spirituality and pop-culture. He is an award-winning journalist and documentary film-maker Was involved in the formation of Al…

• fAUX pAS – sCREW nEW yEAR’S rESOLUTIONS!

  kai

  21 Dec 2011 | 2:00 am

  This is a Level One fAUX pAS. I love the idea behind resolutions. They represent our desire to expand as human beings. The problem is they don’t work that well and usually result in the opposite. We end up closing down and feeling like a loser when we give up on them. Can’t see the video?  Click here. Music by: Kevin Macleod I stopped making resolutions a few years ago. But, if you’re like me and like to use the span of one year as a convenient measurement of time to assess the progress of your dreams and goals, here are a couple of things to play with. Conduct An Annual…

• Due To A F**k’d Up Blog Comment The CHICK Revolution Has Been Postponed!

  kai

  14 Dec 2011 | 6:30 am

  I didn’t want to write this post but sometimes you have to lean into the discomfort… It is important to me that everyone who visits whoisCHICK know I encourage constructive criticism, healthy debate and  expressing differences of opinion.  I do not condone comments based purely from hatred and/or anger. Below is the blog comment I reference in the video. Notes: The comment was submitted by The Upstairs Neighbor.  However, the neighbor who lived above me during this period in my life does not have some of the knowledge written in this comment. The comment references my mention…

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  Your Life After 25

• Why Frugal Living = Happiness

  Da Vinci

  25 Jan 2012 | 11:30 pm

  When most people think about frugal living, all sorts of negative connotations spring to mind…deprivation, misery, and stinginess might be just a few. I’ve even had people look at my lifestyle and say, “I would never want to live like her!” Maybe I’m an odd duck, but a money-saving lifestyle has always seemed like a [...]

• How To Cut Your Own Bangs

  Da Vinci

  25 Jan 2012 | 11:00 pm

  Step 1: Before you start Make sure you have a decent comb, scissors, and a mirror. Always cut the hair when dry as it will spring up. Work with the hairline rather than against it. Step 2: Fringe size Work within the temple area. Don’t go too far deep, otherwise the bangs will come across [...]

• Enter @YourLifeAfter25′s Valentine’s Day Sweep! Jan 23- Feb 1

  Da Vinci

  23 Jan 2012 | 2:30 pm

      The season for love has arrived and Valentine’s day is fast approaching.  To celebrate Your Life After 25 has put together a prize pack for a $50 gift card to Red Lobster and $25 gift card for Frederick’s of Hollywood so you can celebrate with your honey!   Eligibility: 18+ Worldwide Start date: [...]

• Da Vinci’s Valentine’s Day Gift Ideas & Finds!

  Da Vinci

  23 Jan 2012 | 2:25 pm

  Valentine’s day is just around the corner so I hope you’re starting to think about those nauseatingly cute things to do!  I was helping a friend look for a gift recently and I found quite a few nifty gift ideas that I wanted to share with you all. Let’s be real this is definitely one [...]

• Style For The Pear Shaped Body

  Da Vinci

  23 Jan 2012 | 11:40 am

  What pants look best on a pear shaped body? The pants that look best on a pear-shaped body depend on your waist and how narrow it is. If your waist is narrow, choose pants that are low. They would look great on you and give a really nice silhouette around your hips and your butt. [...]

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  Strategies and Tactics for Women by Dr. Shannon Reece

• You Gotta Go!

  Dr. Shannon Reece

  26 Jan 2012 | 5:00 am

  Spotlight on Success Show – Episode #15 Today on my show I had the pleasure of a speaking with Dr. Verna Price, entrepreneur, executive coach and speaker, who shared her best strategies for claiming your personal power by getting the Subtracters out of your life. Dr. Verna shares her personal story of becoming aware of her power, and challenges you to embrace yours too. In this interview I ask Dr. Verna - How were you taught about the power of people? What is most challenging about dealing with powerful people? And,  why is your success determined by attracting Adders and removing…

• The Fine Art of Business Focus – Maintenance

  Dr. Shannon Reece

  25 Jan 2012 | 5:00 am

  Once you have mastered an understanding of the Power of Focus, where to Direct Your Focus, and how to overcome the Obstacles to Focus, it’s time to learn how to Maintain High Level Focus in your business. Developing good habits takes time and discipline, as well as the application of the lessons you learned in Parts 1-3 of this series. Knowing how to transition from an everyday wide-angle lens focus, to a precision-based zoom lens perspective is the only way to get the most out of your work hours each day. Whether you are consulting with a client, writing an ebook, developing a product,…

• Bringing Your Best Self to Work

  Dr. Shannon Reece

  24 Jan 2012 | 5:00 am

  As a Peak Performance Specialist, I understand the importance of teaching women how to bring their “A” game day after day to business. So within our theme of starting the New Year strong, I invited guest expert, Maureen Daniek to share her five powerful strategies for how you can bring your best self to work. Thanks Maureen! 5 Key Ingredients Which “self” did you bring to work today? Was it “Dopey”, “Sneezy”,  “Sleepy”, “Doc”, “Grumpy” or “Happy”? Building a rewarding business or career requires showing up each day with your “best” and that…

• 16 Powerful Business Mantras for 2012

  Dr. Shannon Reece

  23 Jan 2012 | 5:00 am

  If you took part in the 12 Days of Experts that I offered in December, then you probably were fortunate enough to watch the video interview I did with Natalie MacNeil, Founder of SheTakesontheWorld.net, among other things. Natalie spoke of the power of using mantras in her business, and I was intrigued. I am known for encouraging entrepreneurs to use Post-It notes as reminders of personal and business affirmations, but haven’t personally used mantras. That is changing for 2012. One of my new mantras is – “I am being flooded by a steady flow of ideal clients, whose businesses are…

• Wearing Multiple Hats with Style

  Dr. Shannon Reece

  19 Jan 2012 | 5:00 am

  Spotlight on Success Show – Episode #14 Today on my show I had the pleasure of a speaking with LaTersa Blakely, Founder of Moms Wearing Multiple Hats, and Owner of Baby Diaper Cakes & Beyond by LaTersa, who provided us with her top strategies for how busy mom entrepreneurs can successfully achieve work/life balance. LaTersa, a busy mom entrepreneur herself, understands the challenges women face when juggling to be successful moms and business owners without running themselves into the ground. In this interview I ask LaTersa - What is the biggest obstacle mom entrepreneurs face when…

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  Women, Clarity & Power

• A Do-Over! Playlist

  Ann Daly

  10 Jan 2012 | 3:59 pm

  I just burned a CD for a dear BFF with highlights from my own personal Do-Over! playlist. And then I thought: you might want to assemble it for yourself. These tunes always rev me up for the next challenge...Already Gone (The Eagles)What a Feeling (Irene Cara)I Will Survive (Gloria Gaynor)Wide Open Spaces (Dixie Chicks)Blue Clear Sky (George Strait)Blame It On Your Heart (Patti Loveless)Back in the High Life Again (Steve Winwood)Born to Run (Bruce Sprinsteen)Don't Stop Til You Get Enough (Michel Jackson)PS--These songs, on full blast, can always buy me an extra 15 minutes on the treadmill.

• 3 New Year's Stories

  Ann Daly

  1 Jan 2012 | 6:23 pm

  My New Year's tradition is a day of complimentary mini-coaching for my clients. I love to catch up with my girls! It's the most inspiring and energizing way I can imagine to launch myself into the new year.Today was no different. And three of my clients' updates were so terrific that I want to share them with you here. I hope they help you to envision the full range of your career advancement options for 2012.So here are three New Year's stories. All of them from lawyers, coincidentally . . .Story no. 1. Julie.After a two-year transition period, Julie is set to hang out her own shingle in…

• Recommended Reading for 2012

  Ann Daly

  27 Dec 2011 | 10:09 am

  As one of my new, beginning-of-the-year coaching clients wrote to me, "2012 will be the year!" Whatever your professional goals, don't overlook the power of reading as a career advancement tool. Here are my top-10 favorite career advancement titles for women. That's only one book a month, with time off for the summer . . .How Remarkable Women Lead: the Breakthrough Model for Work and Life, by Joanna Barsh & Susie CrantsonSuits: A Woman on Wall Street, by Nina GodiwallaBe Heard the First Time! The Woman's Guide to Powerful Speaking, by Susan MillerAsk for It: How Women Can Use the Power of…

• Talbots Gives Scholarships to Women

  Ann Daly

  5 Dec 2011 | 2:21 pm

  As a university professor for nearly two decades, awarding scholarships and awards was definitely one of the best parts of the job. Now I'm honored to serve on the panel of judges for Talbots Charitable Foundation Scholarship Program.The Talbots Scholarship program is changing women's lives by empowering them to fulfill their dreams. Since 1997, it has supported women who are ready to start a new chapter in their lives by granting scholarships for a college education later in life. Recipients have embodied courage, conviction, and an insatiable entrepreneurial spirit.Many applicants come from…

• Can A Black Suit Make You Smarter?

  Ann Daly

  2 Dec 2011 | 1:30 pm

  I can't resist sharing this story with you. It's by "Mary," a coaching client who's developing her platform as a rock star tech exec to become an industry thought-leader. After you read it, you'll know why she's destined to write a best-selling biz book!"While at a conference recently near our Corporate HQ, I was called into an important high-level meeting. My colleagues in finance were quite worried about the meeting, because operations was being "called to the carpet" on some policies. I assured them that data was on our side; nevertheless, they pushed for me to attend the meeting. At…

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  Bitchin' Wives Club

• Paula Deen and the Greasy Truth About Her Diabetes Announcement

  23 Jan 2012 | 6:00 am

  When I heard about Paula Deen’s recent announcement about being diagnosed with diabetes, I responded with a  tsk, tsk and “Well, that’s not surprising.” If you live and breathe the kind of food that she is famous for making, it certainly isn’t a stretch, or even unexpected, for someone to develop type 2 diabetes. Even though the disease is a natural consequence, I still sympathize and feel for Deen and her family—I have a beloved uncle who was diagnosed with diabetes not so many years ago, certainly stemming from his lifetime of exuberantly loving food (a quality that I have…

• Laptops You are Definitely Going to Want in 2012 (As Seen at CES)

  17 Jan 2012 | 12:40 pm

  The big thing at CES this year was the mass introduction of the ultrabook, otherwise known as the PC version of the MacBook Air. With a 13" MacBook Air starting at $1299 and a near universal agreement that netbooks stink because of the cramped keyboard, I think ultrabooks are definitely worth getting excited about with their thin profiles, ultra-light construction, and more reasonable (i.e. family-friendly) price point. While working with Microsoft's Windows' Team, I got a chance to see a few of the new ultrabooks up close while I was at the conference and can confirm that a few of them will…

• Favorite Product For Families at CES 2012: The All-In-One PC

  14 Jan 2012 | 2:00 pm

  With only two days at CES (Consumer Electronics Show), I was able to see a mere fraction of the new tech on display, but it was more than enough to make me wonder what rock I've been hiding under to miss the trends that were very much on display at the show. Perhaps it was more a "what rock I've been hiding ON" situation, as my life in England didn't include as much tech-obsession as it does here in the USA. Even though ultrabooks (ultra light, ultra thin laptops) were the big trend that everyone was going on (and on) about— for me, the big new tech thing at the show that had me most…

• CES: A Parent in Tech World

  10 Jan 2012 | 10:00 pm

  It’s hard to know where to start when talking about CES, it is, no lie, the biggest event I have ever attended anywhere. And I almost got crushed at a Bon Jovi concert in 1989, so I know what I’m talking about.  150,000 people have converged on Las Vegas to attend the conference and every one of them is involved in the consumer electronics market, either buying or selling. And then there are the press people, who make up a massive part of the attendance. With Microsoft’s help, that’s where I fall into the mix of this year’s CES.   The Microsoft Corp. booth at the Las Vegas…

• CES, Microsoft, Gadgets, Ultrabooks, and Vegas, Baby!

  9 Jan 2012 | 2:21 pm

  You all know that I can’t live without my gadgets and computers, so I am immensely excited about heading to Las Vegas tomorrow to work with Microsoft on presenting some of the more exciting parent-centric tech that will be debuted at the Consumer Electronics Show. In addition to hardware (think thinner, lighter laptops that will be competition for the MacBook Air, tablets, phones, and computer accessories galore), I’ll get to check out some up-and-coming software, like Windows 8, which is supposed to be a streamlined version of Windows 7 (which is a revelation after XP) that is going to…