Ready, Set, Blow! Tips For Straightening Your Tresses

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Want straight hair? Learn how to blow dry it at home (no stylist required).

If you’re blessed with anything less than stick-straight hair, you likely have a full-time relationship with your blow dryer.  With my thick, wavy hair, blowouts are my vice.  I often pay $25+ for a professional straightening before big events. However, the salon bills can add up - especially for something that lasts only a couple of days - so I’ve spent time learning how to get the look at home. Here’s how you can perfect your blowout too (no stylist required): 1. After shampooing ... Continue Reading

Finding the Perfect Preschool For Your Toddler

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Steps to take to find the perfect preschool for your toddler.

When I decided to put my three-year-old daughter in preschool this fall, I was at a loss at where to begin. Even though I'm a retired teacher, I had to start with the basics. Most Expensive Isn't Necessarily Best Every parent wants their child in the best possibly school regardless of it being preschool or college. Unfortunately, many of these schools are very expensive. Immediately, we took those off our list. My husband works hard for me to stay at home with our children, which doesn't ... Continue Reading

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Perfect for Two: Quick Valentine’s Desserts

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Three easy to make Valentine’s desserts for a night in.

Instead of a night out on Valentine’s Day you and your honey are planning on avoiding the crammed restaurants and having a quiet evening at home. Dinner is all planned, but what about dessert? Instead of buying something ready-made, why not make something that lets you put a little love into it. Here are a few easy desserts will impress even the hardest to please palates: The Pie’s the Limit. Nothing beats a freshly-baked pie for dessert. But if making pastry is too intimidating, try a ... Continue Reading

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Holiday Gifts for the Athlete Inspired Mom

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We have the perfect holiday gifts for whatever type of athlete your mom (or wife) happens to be.

Mothers who are athletes really do love getting cool new fitness products and gadgets for the holidays. For you husbands and kids, always wondering what to gifts to get, I’ve got an idea for all types of athlete moms. Everything from the Cyclist to Triathlete to Cross Fitter, there are cool new products out there that they’d love to open this holiday season. The Cyclist Mom For the cyclist, depending on whether they are touring or riding competitively, women love theseBolero Jackets by ... Continue Reading

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