Modern-Day Treasure Hunters
by Christine Mangan

We’ve all heard the old adage: One man’s trash is another man’s treasure. It’s an expression that sisters Kate Shifrin and Christie Weller of Come Flea With Me, a business built around the art of navigating the ins and outs of flea markets. Continue reading...

Building Your Wardrobe Pyramid
by Julie Watson

Here’s the skinny on rejuvenating your wardrobe: work from the base up. The architecture of your collection is comprised of a base layer of essentials, a second layer of novelty style essentials and ... Continue reading...

The Hillary Question
by Megan Sheils

There is no doubt that the 2008 campaign will be a momentous milestone. The current candidates are all strong and iconic figures. The Democratic ticket will hold either an African-American or a female ... Continue reading...

EARTH TALK
by Editors of E/The Environmental Magazine

The outcome of the 2008 presidential election could very well have a big impact on a wide range of environmental issues, especially climate change. Continue reading...

Ready, Set, Save for Retirement!
by Rhonda Sherwood, CFP, FMA

While today’s woman is far more successful in her own finances than women of past generations, there is still much work to do. One crucial piece of the puzzle. Continue reading...

Recipe for a Healthy Heart
by Sister to Sister Foundation

The adage, you are what you eat, is vital in understanding heart health. Smart food choices can significantly decrease a woman's risk for heart disease... Continue reading...

Getting Away with the Gals, Homestyle
by Daisy Simmons

After a long and belch-laden football season, February is prime time for women to engage in some quality testosterone-free time. Continue reading...

Aloha, with Love
by Katie Sweeney

When my then-fiancé and I started throwing out ideas for honeymoon destinations, we came up with a very short list. If you want a romantic vacation, you want Hawaii, plain and simple. Continue reading...

This Month's Good Reads
by Falise Platt

Snog: A Puppy's Guide to Love;
The Everything Love Spell Book
The Life Organizer: A Woman's Guide to a Mindful Year;
Great Kisses: and Famous Lines Right Out of the Movies;
Piece of Work;
A Journey Into Flaubert's Normandy;
Rocco's Real Life Recipes;
Chocolate & Vanilla;
Happiness for Two: 75 Secrets for Finding More Joy Together

February IT Girl Finds
by IT Girl

The Populate Watch;
burtsbees.com;
honesttea.com;
Sacred Heart Chocolate;
Elderberry Booster
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Rules for Romance: The Second Trimester Edition
by Sarah Schaffner

Dear Husband, As you may have surmised by the sudden explosion of pink and red paraphernalia in the windows of most every store you’ve passed recently, it’s Valentine’s Day again. I realize that this holiday (yes, it’s a real holiday. Yes, it comes every year) embodies everything that at once alarms and appalls you; i.e., stuffed teddy bears, puppies, cows, pigs and various other creatures holding enlarged plastic hearts, things covered in bows and ribbons and glitter, verbalizing your emotions, the color pink. And while I don’t need a plush frog holding a bag of M&Ms to be reassured of your love... Continue reading...

Agape Love
by Cathleen Loud

Love. The four letter word conjures so many images during this time of year. Hearts, cupids, chocolates and romance tend to dominate our February minds. Yet we all know that love in its purest form means so much more than the stuff of greeting cards. We perform an act of true love without any attachment to its result. Such deeds go far deeper than words. Truly loving acts can change lives, and ultimately, the world itself. They unleash positive power through a process that outstrips anything the giver—or receiver—can ever fully imagine. Continue reading...

Blessings
by Kendall Grady

I would like to pass
out on your lawn.
I would like to see... Continue reading...

Hands-On Massage
by Beth Aldrich

There’s no denying the power of bodywork, especially a good massage. It can be pampering, rejuvenating and therapeutic, causing many to believe that massage therapy is a powerful ally in your healthcare regimen. Most experts agree that many diseases are stress-related and that high stress has been linked to faster aging. It’s somewhat unrealistic in this fast-paced world to eliminate anxiety and pressure altogether... Continue reading...

The Athlete’s Kitchen Guide to Better Eating
by Nancy Clark

More often than not, athletes ask me “What is a well-balanced diet? What should I be eating to help me perform at my best?” They feel overwhelmed by the seemingly endless list of nutrition don’ts. Don’t eat white sugar, white bread, processed foods, fast foods, french fries, soda ... Continue reading...