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Low Cal Summer Sweets

My massive sweet tooth brings me to my knees in the face of mint chocolate chip ice cream. Working on the Boardwalk, it’s hard to resist the smells of fried Oreos, waffles & ice cream, funnel cake, and (now that an old Italian bakery has opened across the way) cannolis as I leave my office [...]

Cinco de Mayo!

Don't pass up an excuse to celebrate!

I believe in celebrating often. It’s the best way to keep your spirits high, especially if you’re having a bad day (week :/ *sigh*). Thankfully, tomorrow is Cinco de Mayo & I appreciate Mexican culture (any culture that advocates filling something cute with candy & smashing it [...]

Your Superhero Hideout

I’m a huge advocate of having space to yourself. Even if you live alone, you should carve out an inspirational corner for reading, relaxing or afternoon napping. My ideal space would look something this.

I always need my spaces to be multitasking. This gives the appearance & feel of both indoor & outdoor space with a [...]

Gym Etiquette

DON'T be this girl.

Really, ladies. This should not be that hard. I wrote up some office etiquette a while back & since I’ve been spending a lot of time in the gym lately, I’ve noticed some things. If you’re going to the gym, you’re there to work out. Why am I seeing such bad [...]

How to Get a Better Job (or Perform Better at Your Current One)

Unemployment is no game (except in this case).

I’m pretty lucky to have fallen into my current (awesome) job where I get to write & be creative for a living, but it took a couple years to get my real career started. Are you stuck? Or do you want to make yourself more valuable to [...]

Domestic Tips Every Girl Should Know

I’m no Martha Stewart, macaroons. I’m not even an Amy Sedaris. However, I have learned a thing or two that has impressed a guy, saved the day or at least made my life a little easier.

♠ Oh no! The cupcakes have dried out. They’re rock hard! Sad party. Slip a couple slices of bread with [...]

Slim Down in 2011

Fresh fish & veggies make the best meals!

I’m no doctor, but I did lose 50 lbs in 2005 & I’ve kept it off! If you’re looking to shed a few pounds in the new year, try incorporating these little lifestyle changes.

Don’t drink your calories. Soda, sugary juices & killer coffees from Starbucks or Dunkin’ [...]

Shop Local This Season

Christmas is just a little over a week away. Are you ready? Forget shipping charges & hoping your orders arrive on time. Forget long jaunts up to crowded malls for the same old generic presents everyone is giving and getting.

Local shopping has a ton of advantages. Local shops are right in your neighborhood. No shipping [...]

Gift Wrapping 101

The gifts are watching you…

I’m severely gift-wrapping challenged. My step sister designs gorgeous displays, wreaths & gift wrap with the most complicated & beautiful bows I’ve ever seen. I’ve taken a few tips from her (as well as some ideas I’ve always wanted to apply) & compiled them into a list of tips.

Decorate wrapped [...]

Care & Keeping of Curly Hair

Curly hair really is its own creature. I literally woke up one day & my hair decided to be curly & it’s been curly for the last 12 years. Some days, I’m sure there’s a beast under that nest, breathing & just waiting for me to dare try & style it into something beautiful.

Hello, [...]