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I'm torn when it comes to the technological marvels of ebooks — there's just something magical about opening up an old, worn paperback with notes scribbled in the margins from a past version of you, a dear family member, or maybe an intriguing stranger. I love the musty scent of the pages, the cover art, and the look of a mismatched literary collection on my bookshelves. So naturally, I'm all Read more
I've taught and taken many a yoga class, and unfortunately I have seen (and experienced) one too many injuries (did someone say torn rotator cuff?). It seems like an oxymoron - yoga is supposed to increase your flexibility, make you stronger while helping you heal and prevent injuries. It is not supposed to make new ones, right? The next time you pop into a yoga class, keep these helpful hints Read more
The Game: Supply four comedians with four absurd looking props and set them free to have whatever imaginary fun they can think of. You gotta give "props" to them for their wickedly clever, off-the-cuff humor. Even Madonna makes an appearance! See for yourself. Read more
We're in the home stretch of Glee's third season, and now that prom has come and gone, it's time to head into another annual milestone: Nationals. In tonight's two-hour episode "Props/Nationals," Tina hits her head and imagines that everyone in the glee club has exchanged identities with another member — so Tina and Rachel switch, and Blaine looks like Puck while Puck looks like Blaine. After Read more
Welcome to a new season of The Bachelorette, everyone! First of all, is anyone else as excited as I am to see Emily Maynard take the reigns, or roses, as it were? She is sweet as apple pie and I don't know anyone that doesn't love a Southern belle, least of all the gentlemen vying for her affections. I use the term "gentlemen" lightly, as several of them displayed relatively ungentlemanly Read more
Today, the Daytime Emmy Awards revealed who's in the running for top nods, and, as expected, a number of culinary personalities and cooking shows are on the list. Giada de Laurentiis, Rick Bayless, Paula Deen, Sandra Lee, and Nate Berkus are all in the running for outstanding lifestyle/culinary host, and Rachael Ray is up for outstanding talk show host. Even the defunct Martha Stewart Show got Read more
When you're first getting acquainted with a yoga practice at a studio, you know that you've got to wear comfortable clothes and that a mat is required. You think you're all prepared, but then you see a huge wall loaded with props. The whole thing can be a little intimidating to say the least. Many believe that props are just for beginners, but guess again. Even the most advanced instructors Read more
Winking, blowing a kiss, or wearing a boa — anything goes in photo booths, which is what makes them so addictive. While it's nice to have shiny, posed, professional photos from your wedding, more and more couples are also including photo booths at receptions to capture silly moments with friends and family. Before you start planning your wedding's photo booth, take a look at our 10 tips for a Read more
There's no sweeter moment in a wedding ceremony than when the flower girl and ring bearer walk down the aisle performing their all-important tasks. We love the idea of giving little girls something unexpected to accompany them on their grand entrance, be it a sign, a fairy wand, or even the newlyweds' beloved pet. Check out these adorable ideas to make the little members of the wedding party look Read more
April showers bring — baby showers! Our favorite baby shower themes ever! Hilary Duff spoke with us about new motherhood and her latest project. The best baby shower gifts for under $50. Kids can be the ultimate prop at a wedding — see which celebs have included tots in their big day. Don't throw away your changing table — repurpose it into something great! You don't have to spend a lot Read more
