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6 Ways to get your family organized

Christina Caldwell — Tue, 01 Nov 2011 07:44:00 -0700

Living with other people can be stressful, if only because of the mess they leave behind. Living with kids, however, is a different beast. Teaching your family how to get organized can greatly reduce your work and day-to-day anxiety about keeping a clean home. Here are a few ways to get your family organized, clean and uncluttered.

7 Ways to simplify your life

Christina Caldwell — Tue, 01 Nov 2011 05:15:00 -0700

Between work, kids, relationships and taking care of yourself, finding time to simply relax can be difficult. For some women, it doesn’t happen at all. Taking a few small steps toward sanity can help you streamline your schedule, allowing more time to unwind and de-stress. Here are seven easy ways to simplify your life for a happier, healthier you.

7 Professional eye shadow tricks

Christina Caldwell — Fri, 14 Oct 2011 09:34:00 -0700

Getting the eye shadow looks of celebrities and runway models can be tricky in the real world. Application can become uneven, too dark or just too heavy if you’re not careful. We’ve compiled the best eye shadow tricks to make sure your look stays fresh and lasts all day long.

5 Fall eye shadow trends

Christina Caldwell — Fri, 14 Oct 2011 08:01:00 -0700

Fall is always a great transitional time for makeup, and 2011 is all about the eyes. Bring the drama or just add some natural light that will brighten, lift and make your eyes look full of life. Here are five fall eye shadow trends we spotted on the runways and beyond.

The moisturizing guide for your face and body

Christina Caldwell — Sat, 01 Oct 2011 06:03:00 -0700

Moisturizing can minimize the look of wrinkles, help clear up acne and soothe stressed skin. It can also be tricky to choose which moisturizers are best for you. Here is a guide to help lead you in the right direction.

Celebrity makeup looks we love

Christina Caldwell — Sat, 01 Oct 2011 06:33:00 -0700

Celebrities always seem to have their makeup perfectly done. But getting a celebrity-style look isn't as difficult as you think. We selected some of our favorite celebrity looks and found out exactly how to get them.

7 Expert tips from the beauty counter

Christina Caldwell — Sat, 01 Oct 2011 06:22:00 -0700

Even veteran makeup wearers need a few tips to freshen up their look from time-to-time, and it’s always best to go right to the experts. We’ve compiled the best in makeup tips to keep you looking bright and lovely throughout the day.

5 Body flaws that are beautiful

Christina Caldwell — Sat, 01 Oct 2011 01:05:00 -0700

You’re not perfect -- no one is -- and that’s beautiful. Even those women you see in movies and magazines have been airbrushed, lifted, made up and padded until they fit a certain ideal. Your body was ideal from the moment you were born. You have legs that are strong and can carry you far. You have arms that can lift barbells and babies. You are beautiful. Here are five body “flaws” that are actually supremely cute.

3 Ways to celebrate yourself today

Christina Caldwell — Sat, 01 Oct 2011 01:37:00 -0700

If you don’t look a certain way, have a certain job or believe a certain thing, you might not feel like you measure up to what you should be -- but the only person you should be is yourself. Here are three ways to celebrate yourself today.

How to be your biggest fan

Christina Caldwell — Sat, 01 Oct 2011 06:09:00 -0700

Maintaining a healthy level of self-confidence can be difficult. Exposure to mass media’s societal pressures can make you feel like you’re not the woman you should be. Really, though, the only woman you should be is yourself. Here are a few ways to become your biggest fan.

8 Apps for new parents

Christina Caldwell — Thu, 15 Sep 2011 07:16:00 -0700

If you would have asked a mother 100 years ago what her favorite app was, she'd have looked at you strangely and asked you clarify exactly which kitchen utensil you meant. Today, the word refers to smartphone mini-programs that help make our lives easier. Here are eight hot apps for the new mom on the go.

What your ex’s new fling says about him

Christina Caldwell — Thu, 01 Sep 2011 07:20:00 -0700

So you finally broke it off with your ex and now he’s running into the arms of another. That’s fine, and you might be, too. Having a fling is a great way to get your mind off a broken relationship, even if it might not be the healthiest way. Find out what your ex’s new fling says about him.

7 Ex sins

Christina Caldwell — Thu, 01 Sep 2011 07:52:00 -0700

Not all breakups are clean splits, and you might have to deal with your ex coming back into your life in unexpected ways, or just calling because he wants to be friends. Figuring out what to do in these situations starts with knowing what not to do.

4 Things you didn't know you could recycle

Christina Caldwell — Thu, 01 Sep 2011 07:05:00 -0700

Incorporating recycling into your lifestyle is a major step toward going green. You probably already know that you can recycle glass, plastic bottles and newspaper. Here are a few recyclables that fly under the radar and end up in landfills.

Signs of truly green products

Christina Caldwell — Thu, 01 Sep 2011 07:34:00 -0700

If you said the word green 10 years ago, odds are you would have thought of the color, not the lifestyle. Today, green means being environmentally conscious, and marketers know that. Being green is also quite trendy, and companies package products as green even when they’re not. Here are a few signs that the product you’re about to purchase is truly eco-conscious.

Freshen up your family room for under $100

Christina Caldwell — Sat, 01 Oct 2011 07:36:00 -0700

Giving your family room a new feel doesn’t have to break the bank. With a little creativity and effort, you can turn your drab family room into something exquisite for less than $100. Here are a few ways to freshen up your family room on the cheap.

8 Easy home updates

Christina Caldwell — Sat, 01 Oct 2011 07:32:00 -0700

Freshening up your home doesn’t have to involve a complete design overhaul. In fact, you probably already have quite a lot with which to work. If not, a few simple, inexpensive purchases can get you on your way to a fab, newly redesigned pad. Here are eight easy home updates that won’t break the bank.

How to make a World’s Greatest Kid award

Christina Caldwell — Wed, 17 Aug 2011 07:05:00 -0700

Showing your appreciation toward your child’s good behavior is a great way to ensure she continues doing good things in the future. Olympians earn medals when they accomplish something great. Make your child feel special and out of this world with a World’s Greatest Kid award. Here’s how.

4 reasons to throw an everyday celebration

Christina Caldwell — Wed, 17 Aug 2011 07:12:00 -0700

Life is about the little things. Sure, that big promotion at work might be your goal for the year, but those adorable moments with your children and romantic times with your significant other still seem more important. Life is worth celebrating! Here are four reasons to throw an everyday celebration to appreciate those lovely moments.

How to choose a color palette for your home

Christina Caldwell — Wed, 03 Aug 2011 07:14:00 -0700

Choosing a color palette for your home can be a huge undertaking. While painting a room a certain color is never permanent, it’s a lot of hard work that can help create the room of your dreams, or be a big, unsightly mistake. Here are a few tips and tricks that will turn your space from bland to fab.