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Now that it’s a new year, it’s time to take back control of bad eating habits

Late night dinners; skipped breakfasts; hand in the candy jar. Maybe you gave your healthful habits a vacation. That’s pretty typical behavior this time of the year, and now your diet is suffering from a holiday hangover. But just as you’re packing up decorations and returning your home to its everyday look, it’s time for you ... Read more »

Five fitness tips for winter travel: Learn how to stick with your exercise goals

Traveling during the winter holidays or during the frosty first few months of the new year can take a pretty hefty bite out of a regular exercise routine. Add in all the heavy holiday meals and eating out and even the thinnest waistline will pay the price. But even though keeping up with a standard five-mile ... Read more »

Recipe of the Day: Mediterranean shrimp

2011 is just around the corner, which means it's the perfect opportunity to host a New Year's Eve party. In place of turkey and the other elements of the vast feasts that make up holidays like Thanksgiving and Christmas, you can serve your guests fabulous finger foods and quick appetizers. Today's recipe, courtesy of Stew ... Read more »

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Mother's Day Cards to Make or Buy

Mother's Day is this weekend! What are you planning to do for the special Mom in your life? Whether you're going to make or buy a card for Mom this year, see below for our picks from around the web. These paper calla lilies from Oh Happy Day would make … Read more »

How to Make Better Guacamole: Tips from Two Food Writers

Cinco de Mayo has come and gone, and I'll be honest: I ate my fair share of guacamole. I just happened to be at our neighborhood bar, and we just happened to keep ordering it. But it got me thinking a lot about really good guacamole which is so much … Read more »

Homemade Churros for Cinco de Mayo

Doughnuts are all the rage these days, but I'm a sucker for the long, cinnamon-sugared kind - the warm churros you can sometimes (not not nearly often enough) find on the midway or at street carts. Popular in Latin America, churros are made of fried dough, which is why they're … Read more »

14 Last Minute Cinco de Mayo Recipes

Photo Credit: Produce for Kids Happy Cinco de Mayo! If you want to celebrate any haven't made any plans, no worries. We have you covered. We have 14 recipes that are perfect for preparing last minute. Whether you want to throw out a big spread or just a small tray … Read more »

Link Time: Modern Cabins, Hip Hostels, and the Best Floral Delivery Services For Mother's Day

These five modern cabins will make you jealous of rural life. - Houzz Finally: a hip hostel for the urban minimalist. - EcoSalon 16 great options for floral delivery on Mother's Day . - Real Simple Learn why you should embrace nostalgia in your decorating scheme . - Stylelist Home … Read more »

Geometric Votive DIY

In the spirit of spring cleaning we've been making lots of home decor projects with things we already have laying around. My (sweet) husband has (politely) requested that I stop buying and bringing more and more new things into our... Read more »

Mother's Day: Mother Hen Party!

This stunning and so sweet Mother Hen Party was styled by my dear friend Lynlee from Lynlee's Petite Cakes for Bird's Party Magazine Spring/Summer 2012 . Lynlee is so mega talented and I loved collaborating with her on this special shoot! her ideas are so inspiring and I LOVE how … Read more »