Have a Better Dinner Party
Weekends mean relaxation, and what better way to relax than having some friends over for dinner? But maybe you want to go beyond the usual hamburgers and beers on the back porch. To help you elevate your next get together, read on for ways to throw an upscale dinner party–from casual chinos and a polo [...]
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Managing Your Metabolism
In today’s health-conscious world, we hear a lot about our metabolism. Some people have a fast metabolism while others have a slow one. According to all the diet hype, weight gain and loss relies heavily on the metabolism. But do you really know what your metabolism is? Simply put, metabolism is the process of converting [...]
Lovable Labels Review
During three years of preschool, my daughter needed nothing more than a backpack embroidered with her name to keep up with her stuff. After all, there were never more than 12 kids in her class at a time, and she was the only Elizabeth. And, let’s face it, she didn’t have much stuff to track [...]
Tailgating: The Ultimate Family Bonding Experience
The temperatures are (hopefully!) dropping and fall is on the way, which can mean only one thing: It’s time to tailgate! With college and professional football underway, as well as all those school-related sports, the time is now to gather up the family and prepare to cheer on your favorite teams. Tailgating is the perfect [...]
Travel
Historical Attractions in Kansas City, Missouri
Kansas City, Mo., may be a small metropolis, but this city is big on history. In fact, this area is home to three outstanding historical attractions covering politics, sports and music–a perfect mix for travelers of all ages and interests. 1. Harry S. Truman Library and Museum: Located in nearby Independence, the Harry S. Truman [...]
Brennan’s Does Breakfast Right
Although I’d heard of Brennan’s Restaurant on numerous visits to New Orleans, I’d never had the opportunity to experience this time-honored tradition. However, during a recent trip to the Crescent City, I was able to partake in this historic restaurant’s famous “Breakfast at Brennan’s,” which is more of an event than a meal. Situated in [...]
Weddings
Saying “Thank You”
Getting married brings a lot of excitement to our lives. We spend a great deal of time shopping for the dress, choosing the flowers and planning the honeymoon, to name a few of the tasks. And who can deny the joy that arrives with every beautifully wrapped wedding present? Unfortunately, that delight is tempered slightly [...]
Wedding Personalization: It’s Not Just for Napkins Anymore
From M&M’s and Heinz ketchup bottles to tea packet favors and bottled water, brides and grooms are putting their monikers on everything wedding-related. Personalized items always have been a standard at wedding events. Monogrammed paper napkins, matchboxes imprinted with the couple’s names and wedding date, and custom-made bookmarks are just a few of the items [...]
