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The Balm
Are you too on a quest for the perfect lip balm?
I've been searching for years, and the newest worthy competitor is totally old school: Carmex. Yep, the kind you find displayed on the drugstore counter, the one with the garish yellow packaging, the lip balm with the words "FOR-COLD-SORES" stamped in bold letters across the lid. [read more...]
Cupcake Love
Who doesn't love cupcakes? They're so cute and pretty and often small enough to justify eating more than one. They're perfect for parties and ideal for creative, noncommittal types who like to decorate things.
Here are a couple of cupcake tips for do-it-yourself-ers: [read on...]
Things We Love: Andrew's Local Honey
I actually don't even like honey very much, but when I sampled Andrew's Whipped Honey with Cinnamon at a local farmers market, I was hooked. I tasted it straight off a spoon, and it was delicious. It's also amazing spread on apples or challah, and makes the perfect Rosh Hashana gift. [read more...]
Nourish Yourself
If you’d like to spend the chagim reflecting and celebrating, rather than taking Tums and saying, “I ate too much,” take a look at these tips from integrative nutritionist and health counselor Monica Shah (idealbalanceinc.com). You can enjoy the holidays more (yes, even the food) when you choose to fill yourself with things that truly nourish you, body and soul. [read on...]
Nourish Yourself
If you’d like to spend the chagim reflecting and celebrating, rather than taking Tums and saying, “I ate too much,” take a look at these tips from integrative nutritionist and health counselor Monica Shah (idealbalanceinc.com). You can enjoy the holidays more (yes, even the food) when you choose to fill yourself with things that truly nourish you, body and soul. [read on...]
Elegant Solutions: The Cheese Platter
When you realize you’re about to run into a series of three-day holidays, do you enter a blissful state of denial or snap into super-planning mode? Either way, at some point you’re likely to be overwhelmed by the sheer volume of food that needs to be shopped for, prepared, eaten and cleaned up after. If you’re looking for a way to ease the burden and cleanse your palate, turn one of your meals into a light, elegant and fun cheese tasting. [read on...]
Eternal Brilliance: ABCs of the Diamond
Ever wondered what makes that ice twinkle? Or what the difference is between one precious gem and another? Fine jeweler and diamond expert Israel Bien takes us behind the scenes at a diamond cutting factory and explains what makes your bling sing.
Summer Gems
Craig’s Crimson, Sunburst, Fantasia, Red Diamond, Champagne, Gold Dust—these are some of my favorite jewels of summer. While they’re a little unwieldy to wear on your ring finger, these stone fruits will make your summer days sparkle!
Gaga for Fava!
Spring has finally arrived, bringing with it longer days, shorter sleeves, and lots of fresh and exciting ingredients to add to your cooking repertoire. Put down those dark and dusty root vegetables and embrace the season’s light and colorful offerings!
Maccabees, Miracles and Massage
Historically, Chanukah is known as the Festival of Lights, the celebration of the victory of Judah and the Maccabees over Syria’s King Antiochus IV, and the rededication of the desecrated Temple. But as far as I’m concerned, Chanukah should also be recognized as the official holiday of massage therapists. Please allow me to explain.
The Power of Celebration: Celebrate Yourself!
What would it be like to celebrate your life on a daily basis?
Discover the power of celebration with life coach Terry Yoffe's hands-on guide.
Winter Cleanse
Want to ward off the winter blahs? Holistic nutrtionist Kathleen Graffunder offers up three small steps to cleanse, rejuvinate and nourish your body.
Making Change
You know that thing you’ve been meaning to do? The one that moves from one to-do list to the next without getting any closer to being done? The one that makes you shudder every time you think about it? Yeah, that’s the one.
3 Ways to Make Your Life Easier Right Now
The title really says it all. Try one or more of the tips below and bring a little calm into your life.

