Tuesday, July 31
Many women prefer female financial planners
Firms see recruiting opportunity
When it comes to financial advice, many women prefer getting it from women. But finding a woman to give that advice has always been difficult.
The Maine art of living on a traffic-free island
There are no ice cream stands, T-shirt shops or lobster pounds offering early-bird specials. Just a handful of stores to buy coffee, wine or cheese, and more than 450 acres of undisturbed nature and people in search of a place that's peaceful and quiet.
A mom's organic farm helps her grow beyond her grief
Terry Starks, a sun-streaked blonde who is 45 and hoists a 5-gallon can of water as if it were just a cup of coffee, came to farming the hard way. She reached out and groped the parched earth, as if her very resurrection depended on it. Which it did.
Living with parents might not be hip ...
But it can help young adults gain strong financial footing
While the arrangement may seem decidedly uncool to the no-more-school set, moving back in with parents can make good financial sense for young adults.
Look at what's new on the site today
We've got fresh stories on the Family, Travel, Wealth and Women in Profile pages, plus the first entry from our new blogger, Rock 'n' Roll Grandma! Click through for previews and links to what you want to read right now.
Flashback of the day
Not just a swim across the kiddie pool.
Monday, July 30
Canning comes back into style
Here's another example of retro going trendy: Cooks are putting up food again. We're not talking about your grandmothers or great-grandmothers. Driven by the movement to eat local foods, socially conscious shoppers are filling their pantries for the winter. They're trying to reduce gasoline used in food transportation. They're hoping to keep local farmers in business.
Crises happen; are you ready?
My friend talks rapidly on the phone. Her husband has just been diagnosed with a rare skin cancer. It is a second marriage for both, a good marriage. But suddenly they've started to bicker. This is not like them. The change is scary. What is happening here?
Firm up flabby arms
Here are a few exercises to firm up those trouble spots on your arms using a latex resistance band.
This is what's fresh on the site this Monday
We've got a new exercise video on the Fitness page, new stories on the Health, Food and Herspectives pages plus a new Pat Detmer blog today. Click through for sneak peeks and quick links.
Saturday, July 28
With yellow wax beans, flavor depends on prep
I’ve fallen in love. The object of my recently ignited affection is a yellow wax bean called Goldito.
Chop crop
'Just a trim' is not the trend
It seems Victoria "Posh Spice" Beckham, who is married to soccer star David Beckham, is inspiring ordinary women — in addition to new best-friend-forever Katie Holmes — to brave more than "just a trim" at the salon.
Versatile, comforting lavender
Rosemary Nachtigall first planted lavender 30 years ago on her parents' farm near Reedley, Calif. Today, her appreciation of lavender, prized for its fragrant flowers, continues to grow.
See what's new on the site today
Enjoy new stories on the Food, Beauty, Garden and Entertain page while you're whiling away your leisurely hours this weekend. Click through to find previews of the new stuff and links to what you'd like to read.
On the rocks: Gin and tonic
If you've got gin, tonic water and lime, you've got the makings of a simple summer cocktail. But when it comes to different brands of gin, does one taste better than another in this old standby?
Friday, July 27
Is your garage stressing you out?
Our garages seem to be the last stop for most of the junk we own. I'm still waiting for my husband to get rid of a set of rims that don't even fit the car he's currently driving. I have even threatened to make end tables out of them, but they're still stacked up the corner.
Nature’s renovation?
Dear Crabby, What would you recommend for a teetering-on-menopause woman who's experiencing hot flashes of the intensely sweaty kind far too often for comfort? I have read so many conflicting articles about hormone replacement therapy, and as nasty as the hot flashes are, they seem preferable to breast cancer, heart disease, stroke and whatever else the wisdom of the day suggests HRT can provoke.
Prepare for phone calls
So when you get involved in the conversation, you don't forget why you called.
Diving in after divorce
Recently divorced singles face a slew of dating challenges that their never-been-hitched counterparts seldom endure. From where to find appropriate men and women to how to get their dating game on, there is much for the newly single to relearn.
Flashback of the day
She saw the U.S.A. in her Chevrolet.
Baby boomers don't want to let go of their favorite former athletes
Sports fans who grew up in the 1950s, 1960s and early 1970s cling to their memories of the soundtrack of summer — a baseball game late at night on a crackling radio or on a fuzzy black-and-white television that showed a Willie Mays basket catch or a Henry Aaron home run.
Here's what's new on the site this Friday
Enjoy new stories on the Home, Dating, Men's Room and Health pages plus a new reader-submitted essay in Herspectives. Click through for juicy details and links to what you want to read now.
Thursday, July 26
Hooked by time shares' lure
Salesmen still haven't learned to establish eye contact with the wife, I thought. They still think the guy is in charge. Even if it is a van for me, the car salesman can't help but talk to him.
See what's fresh on the site this Thursday
Treat yourself to new stories on the Legacy, Family, Wine and Home pages and a new TeenLand blog. Read on for details and quick links to the new stuff.
Community makes the difference
"Housewife." I remember watching my mother write that in the "occupation" space and thinking how she could have filled in "nothing" and would have it meant the same thing to society. How sad, just because she wasn't paid, her work and that of many other women in my small town, didn't count.
What goes swimmingly with salmon
America's most popular seafood after shrimp, salmon has clearly rebounded from its 1970s image. But even back then, some people knew the truth.
‘To sigh for’ interiors
It's easier than you think to set your rooms aglow
The outside world is awfully rough on our psyches. We're bombarded with unending e-mails, ringing cell phones and frustrating commutes to and from work. What we all need now is a little more romance in our lives — and inside our homes.
Wednesday, July 25
When life gives you basilico, make pesto, the Ligurians say
Atop the kneecap of Italy's boot, in the northwest region called Liguria, pesto is a fact of life. Variations abound. Pesto will contain a combination of basil, salt, garlic, cheese and olive oil.
Create a TV-exercise session
Watch all the dramas, guilt-free!
Brow wow wow
She plucks, shapes and stencils to keep eyebrows in shape
"Eyebrows should balance out your entire face and bring symmetry to a woman's look," says the stunning 50-year-old. "It's very mathematical and well thought out."
A final farewell
Monica was a true friend, one who shared my hopes and dreams as well as my fears and sorrows. I'm afraid that I took her for granted, just assuming that she'd always be there for me, at my convenience. Oh, Monica, did I ever have a lot to learn!
See what's fresh on the site this Wednesday
Our Bedfan contest picks up steam along with new content on the Food, Beauty, Herspectives, Memorial and Red Skirt/Blue Skirt pages today. Click through for details and links to whatever interests you.
Flashback of the day
Folk and rock 'n' roll are never quite the same after this.
Tuesday, July 24
Making references requires deft touch
The woman on the phone tells me she works in the HR department of a big, fancy-schmancy company. She's considering hiring Candidate X, a person who once worked for me. She wants to know if I can answer a few questions about him.
Avoid the top 10 personal finance mistakes
All of us make financial mistakes, but there are some doozies that can really do lasting damage. We commit those mistakes for several reasons: ignorance, fear, ego, a desire for immediate gratification.
Flashback of the day
As if they didn't get enough jokes because of their hair.
5 things you didn't know about drinking enough water
Drinking eight glasses of water a day has been exposed as a myth. In 2002, a kidney specialist tried to find scientific evidence to support the advice.
Keep track of freshly laundered sheets
Use a pilowcase as a catch-all.
Economical tips for redesigning your home
The Frugal Duchess
From home stylists to certified specialists, the field of home design has widely varying costs.
Look at what's new on the site this Tuesday
Enjoy fresh content on the Home, Health, Business and Wealth pages today plus a new blog by our own echo boomer, Katy Ibsen, in "Little Miss Echo."
Monday, July 23
Some dads have special knowledge of special needs kids
Although there are many family support groups that relate to specific disabilities, they are often "mom-driven."
Flashback of the day
A cursed movie set?
Shining past the shyness at work
Dear Susan: I have a hard time just being social with people at work. Like I feel that I need a specific topic to start a conversation and can’t start talking to someone without a reason.
Women face additional retirement challenges
One issue has been largely overlooked in the ongoing debate over whether baby boomers and succeeding generations will be able to afford retirement: the challenges women face in saving for and affording retirement.
Here's what's new on the site today
Sure it's Monday, but we're beating the blues with new stories on the Travel, Advice, Men's Room and Retirement pages PLUS a fresh and funny blog by Pat Detmer. Click through for quick links to whatever floats your boat.
Dollar-smart destinations
Forget the familiar spots
Poor measly dollar. It's shriveling against the euro. It's a weakling against the British pound. It's even starting to waver against the Indian rupee and the Thai baht. Is there anyplace in the world that the dollar is still almighty?
Saturday, July 21
Keep on top of your foot care
You’ve finally committed to that exercise regimen you’ve been putting off for years. Then, one morning, you discover you can hardly move when you get out of bed. Your feet are suddenly stiff and your heels are screaming in pain.
10 things to make with fresh mint
The sunshiny pizzazz of fresh mint is turning up in more and more dishes on restaurant menus and in recipes found in cookbooks and food magazines.
With lip balms, there's a pucker born every minute
It's tough out there for your lips. In the winter, chapped from cold and wind. In the summer, roughed up from too much sun and air conditioning. What your kisser needs is something that exfoliates, nourishes and comforts no matter what the season.
Putting the bloom back in the rose
In mid-July the spring riot of blooms is laid low by the heat. But midsummer is high time for roses, and those who really know these plants are hard at work. If your roses tend to wane, perhaps it's not the heat, but lack of attention, nourishment and pruning.
See what's new on BoomerGirl this weekend
We've got new stories on the Food, Garden, Beauty and Health pages for your leisurely weekend reading. Read on for details and link to what interests you right now.
Friday, July 20
Would you have cosmetic surgery 'down there'?
Boomers revving up sensuality with stripper classes, intimate cosmetic surgery
Emboldened by tumbling taboos and enabled by advancing technologies, women are going well beyond Botox in the quest to enhance their appearance and explore their sensuous side.
Bottled water be gone!
The more bottled water we drink, the bigger the toll it takes on the environment.
Have a look at what's new on the site today
We've got provocative new stories on the Sex, Legacy and Home pages today plus new blogs from Lisa Johnson and Ronna vonKnorring. Read on for sneak peeks and quick links.
Is bigger really better?
Recently, I was watching a celebrity interview with hip-hop mogul and philanthropist Russell Simmons. He made reference to the fact that no matter how big your house is, you can only sit in one chair at a time.
Thursday, July 19
Sock it to your living room
Here's a great tip to make dusting easier
Jasmine and the summer moon
To take what we are given with grace
Right now, the lunar influence and the reflection of Venus are very strong. Change is feeling bittersweet. Mother Earth and Father Sky bring the love, and in the reflection of Venus, one can view the world like lovers do. How could anyone not want that?
Reflecting on the importance of mirrors
I had a horrific mirror experience this spring. I'm now finally getting over it. No one was hurt, but it could have been a disaster. Now, I find that the mirrors in my home are so much more important to me than I originally thought.
'Live Earth' shows a newbie the way to a greener planet
Please don't tell my husband. Months ago he bought those kooky-looking, energy-saving compact fluorescents and proudly replaced every light bulb in every lamp in the living room. I waited a few days and, when he was in bed one night, I put the old bulbs back in and hid those weird ones in the laundry room.
From odd behavior to a difficult diagnosis
The initial symptoms were more annoying than alarming, Lynn Field recalls. Her husband, Joe, had always been a bit forgetful, but during the summer of 2004 his memory got worse. Sometimes the 47-year-old electrical engineer said he didn't remember a conversation the couple had had the previous day.
This is what's fresh on the site this Thursday
Treat yourself to new stories on the Health, Legacy, Home and Men's Room pages plus a new blog by the Showbiz Kid. Read on for previews and links to whatever piques your interest.
Flashback of the day
Ol' Blue Eyes ties the knot
Wednesday, July 18
More men trying fatherhood in their 40s
At the age when many fathers are sending children to college, dad Dave Dougherty is pushing his first son on a backyard swing one recent afternoon.
Let summer-afternoon gatherings slide effortlessly into evening
Summer afternoon: the two most beautiful words in the English language, according to Henry James, and I agree completely. There's a more relaxed work schedule and lots of time to play. Guests stop by and stay for hours. Sometimes they're from out of town and you're entertaining them all weekend.
Looking out for No. 1 in Gainesville
No. 1 city in the United States to live, at least that’s what Cities Ranked and Rated said about Gainesville, Fla., this past May. Made we wonder exactly what was so special about Gainesville. Made we want to visit and see for myself.
Here's what's new on the site this Wednesday
We're celebrating the halfway point of a too-hot week with new stories on the Health, Travel, Entertain and Men's Room pages plus a fresh TeenLand blog from Tracy Gilliam. Read on for details and links to whatever sparks your interest.
Take time to make healthiest choices
I recently had a week with way too much on my plate - demanding work deadlines, an out-of-town trip and a long list of must-do errands and meetings.
Flashback of the day
A perfect performance
Tuesday, July 17
Miniature master crafts tiny treasures
Creativity sometimes comes from talented tinkerers and artistic souls who, though perhaps unsung, are producing some very interesting stuff.
Smart storage will save food, extend the life of your refrigerator
An organized refrigerator saves time and money. Smart cooking habits lengthen the life of your fridge, as does proper storage. Here are a few tips from the pros.
An absolute have-to-have
There we were in the dressing room after ballet class, repairing our makeup and egos and enthusing about the cute new male teacher. I for one was so enthused that I drew my eyeliner out of bounds ending with an unsightly smudge that stopped the conversation. Not to worry.
A million women never forgot
Mothers deal with memories of babies they were forced to surrender
In the tense final moments of waiting for her daughter to come around the corner of Catholic Charities in St. Cloud, Minn., Sandy Sperrazza, 62, could not take her eyes off the floor.
Look at what's new on BoomerGirl this Tuesday
Our Bedfan contest is heating up (have you entered yet?) and we have new stories on the Beauty, Food, Create and Books page, AND we're introducing a new blog today. Read on for info and quick links.
Flashback of the day
Lucy wanted to name her Susan, but Desi had other ideas.
Monday, July 16
Spiritual scrapbooks help keep the faith
Scrapbooking: Been there, done that? Not so fast. Have you put your spiritual journey in scrapbook form yet?
Grandmas, grandpas taking over as parents
Pat Stowell gave up her retirement to give her grandkids a start, a move that invigorated her but stretched her emotions and finances to the limit.
Look at what's new on the site this Monday
While the Bedfan contest revs up, we've got fresh stories on the Spirituality, Family and Home pages today, plus new blogs in Party Line and The Men's Room. Click through for highlights and links to what you want to read now.
A summer retreat 25 years in the making
The center hall is a remarkable 60-foot alley that shotguns the strong breezes of the eastern Chesapeake Bay straight through the main house. Marilyn Hannigan spied it through the dusty windows of the double front doors and fell in love. That was 25 years ago.
Flashback of the day
"Sometimes I can think of very crumby stuff I wouldn't mind doing if the opportunity came up."
Saturday, July 14
New beauty products can make you feel powerful
Each woman has her own secret trick to make her feel powerful, beautiful and ready to face the world: slipping into a sexy pair of stilettos, clasping on a favorite necklace. These simple rituals can bolster the confidence needed to land that new account, ask for a raise or have a great first date.
Collectibles in your attic
It's time to check the attic — yours and Grandma's — for the items that the July/August issue of Country Home has deemed the top 10 collectibles.
Look at what's fresh on the site this weekend
Our Bedfan contest rages on and we've got new stories Passions, Beauty, Herspectives and blog pages today. Read on for details and links to whatever interests you!
Friday, July 13
Sweet, fresh peaches base for delicious dessert
I rounded a corner in the supermarket the other day and was nearly knocked off my feet by the aroma of hundreds of ripe peaches. Nothing smells as sweetly seductive as a ripe peach, as far as I’m concerned.
The new fashion of feminine mystique
For decades, the American woman was faithful to pants. A few years ago she started flirting again with skirts. Now, almost a century after hemlines started rising off the floor, she is back in the arms of the dress.
Put the old backsplash in the trash
Dear Mi-Ling: We have a dilemma in the kitchen. We are planning on replacing the stark white back splash with tumbled marble. However my husband wants to keep a portion of the backsplash. He feels "it's perfectly good," so why get rid of it.
Glad you’re not here
A year after she got married, Julie Harren of Orono, Minn., did something that raised a few eyebrows: She took a vacation without her husband, Lee. For those of you thinking, "And? ... So?" consider this: Harren wed in 1974 and taking a vacation with her two sisters to Acapulco was, she said, "not socially acceptable."
Enter our Bedfan Giveaway and see what's new on the site here!
We've got new stories on the Food, Fashion, Home and Love pages today, plus a new blog by Pat Detmer, and our Bedfan contest rages on! Click through for details and quick links to the fresh stuff!
Thursday, July 12
Caring for frail elderly at home a wearisome, less-pricey option
Loretta Belfiore's Altamonte Springs, Fla., home has a for-sale sign in front of it. Once she had hoped she and her husband of 20 years would spend their golden years there. But these days it's where she feeds, bathes and waits on him, watching as the life slips from his gaunt, cancer-ridden body.
Researcher finds that wisdom leads to a happy life
Most scholars seek wisdom in folklore, ancient texts and the spiritual visionaries of the ages: Siddhartha, Confucius, Lao Tsu, Buddha, Abraham, Muhammad, Jesus Christ. Monika Ardelt, a 47-year-old University of Florida sociologist, bypassed the usual suspects, searching instead among ordinary souls.
Offering hope
Woman shares adventures during cancer to inspire others
She begins strumming her guitar and her angelic voice fills the room. As Susan Mozykowski sings, faces light up and smiles form among a small Bible study group at a retirement community. She sings “I’m Bound For That Kingdom,” a piece she wrote while in her 30s that she continues to learn from today.
Look what's new on the site this Thursday
Enter to win a Bedfan, check out new stories on the Family, Spirituality, Sex and Women in Profile pages. Read on to get previews and links.
Flashback of the day
Straight lines are so much easier than curves!
Disabled laud efforts to make intimacy easier
While tantalizing sexual messages rain down on the able-bodied, those with disabilities hear something quite different from advertisers, culture and, too often, their doctors: Silence.
Wednesday, July 11
Beach cheats
There was a time when I never thought about makeup for the beach. Just a comb and some lipstick tucked into the pocket of my beach bag did the trick.
Sedona’s sensual, metaphysical, spiritual experiences
Sedona really is quite the place. Its natural beauty is legendary. The unique red rock formations bring a 320-million-year geologic history to Sedona. And those rocks are the basis for much of the mystical aura that surrounds the area.
Find your dream retirement job
The baby boomers aren't exactly known for cleaving to tradition, and when it comes to retirement their views are no less unconventional than you'd expect.
We've got new stories and our first BIG giveaway today!
Don't miss our fresh content on the Travel, Retirement, Beauty and blog pages PLUS find out how you can win the amazing Bedfan. Read on for details and links to what you want to read now.
Win a free Bedfan, and night sweats can be gone with the wind
I may not be a professional consumer product reviewer but, believe me, I know my electric fans. It is no exaggeration to say the Bedfan has changed my life.
Tuesday, July 10
Sorting through the salmon case
Salmon shows up on any list of "superfoods" because of its beneficial omega-3 oils and heart-healthy fats. But sheesh: Farm-raised or wild? Atlantic or Pacific? Fresh or frozen? Coho or chum?
Don't let casual comfort trump a professional image
Fashion police, brace yourselves. Here comes summer — and with it, a heat rash of inappropriate office attire.
Flashback of the day
Mick's first hit.
Seeking new friendships, experiences is not disloyalty
Dear Susan: I’m 47. For the past three decades, I’ve had a lot of the same friends. We’re in the same church, had our babies the same time, been on the same school committees.
Look at what's new on the site this Tuesday
We've got fresh stories on the Advice, Food, Fitness and Fashion pages plus a hot new debate in the Red Skirt/Blue Skirt blog. Read on for details and quick links to whatever intrigues you.
Strength of body and spirit
People often complain that they don’t have time for exercise, they can’t afford gym fees, or that they don’t know what exercises to do. Fortunately for them, the solution is as close as their nearest PBS station.
Monday, July 9
Flashback of the day
Perhaps a pint of Cherry Garcia will soothe the pain ...
A journal doesn't have to be perfect
Maybe you sincerely intended to make daily entries about your life when you bought that fancy journal. Maybe your best friend thought you would diligently record your innermost thoughts when she gave you a blank, satin-covered hard-bound notebook.
Look at what's fresh on the site this Monday
Treat yourself to new stories on the Family, Create and Spirituality pages plus a new Showbiz Kid blog and reader-submitted Herspectives essay today. Click through for highlights and quick links.
Dealing with adult stepchildren requires strategy
Are you stressed over quarreling with your adult stepchildren? Maybe they criticize everything from your housekeeping to your spending habits. It's never easy to cope with your mate's children. However, clashing too much can rock your boat until it turns over.
Professing and practicing not the same
American spirituality is a mile wide but only an inch deep. "America is awash in faith," said D.G. Hart, a church history scholar, but people often are not clear in what their religion teaches.
Saturday, July 7
No bones about it, pet pampering is big business
Responding to a growing number of self-described pet parents - many of whom have grownup children or no children - the luxury pet-care business is growing.
For a hassle-free lawn, turn to moss
Barbara and Chuck Ewing enjoy the look and feel of a soft green carpet in their yard without water, fertilizer or seed. And, they recently gave away their lawn mower.
Master bedrooms aren't just for heads of households anymore
Valerie Grant shares her suburban house with her 11-year-old daughter and her 74-year-old mother. With three generations of women living together, she knew, one master bedroom suite would not be enough.
Laundry rooms clean up nicely
Now that kitchens are equipped to impress a chef, bathrooms look like spas and closets can hold a diva's wardrobe, the laundry area is ready for its close-up. It's moving out of the garage and into a larger space often near bedrooms — the starting and stopping points for most laundry. The room is outfitted with warming drawers for clothes too dainty for dryers, rotary presses to iron sheets and laundry sinks with whirlpool jets to clean bulky comforters.
This is what's new on the site this weekend
Choose from new stories on the Home, Love, Garden and Family pages today. Read on for sneak previews and links to whatever you want to read.
Friday, July 6
More dental offices adding spa features
Earlier this year, Judi Burhans' dentist's office - like a growing number of others throughout the country - began offering spa-like treatments to make the dental experience a little more palatable for squeamish patients.
Flexible vacuum
Don't let those tight spots defeat you.
Brittle bones can't crack woman's spirit
When Gail Rennetty was a baby, she cried every time her mother touched her. She had so many broken bones by the time she was 2 months old, police were convinced her mother was a child abuser. Her doctor knew it was a medical problem, not abuse, but still recommended that Rennetty be placed in an institution. He said she would die before she was 30 and never amount to anything.
Things you should know before traveling to Japan, Korea
I’ve never been immersed in either culture. There were some basic things I had to be told on the spot, and other discoveries that I wish I’d known about earlier.
See what's fresh on the site this Friday
Enjoy new stories on the Health, Travel, Food and Women in Profile pages, plus a reader-submitted Herspectives essay that rocks, today. Click through for highlights and quick links to whatever lights your fire.
Women and the grill
Some pairings seem so natural. Bacon and eggs. Pretzels and beer. Men and grilling.
Thursday, July 5
Reopen sealed envelopes
Forget something?
Presidential candidates rely on spouses
Although the presidential election is still more than a year away, the personalities of the top candidates' spouses are beginning to reveal themselves, and the attention they're drawing - for better or for worse - is beginning to shape public opinion.
Sex drive, where are you?
If you have always enjoyed an active sex life, but now you just don't seem to care anymore, you may feel your body has betrayed you. Worst of all, you want to feel loving and sexual, but you just don't.
Boomers unite to save the Earth
The nanas and the pappas are going green. Senior citizens and baby boomers across the U.S., many of whom marched for civil rights and women's liberation, are mobilizing to combat global warming and save the environment for their children and grandchildren.
Look at what's new on the site today
We've got new stories on the Sex, Family and Legacy pages plus a fresh TeenLand blog today. Click through for details and links to whatever you find interesting.
Wednesday, July 4
Here's what's new on the site this Wednesday
We're firing up for the holiday with new stories on the Fashion, Garden, Health and Business pages, plus a new blog in Home Alone. Read on for quick links to whatever lights your fire.
Tuesday, July 3
Essential summer item: crisp, classy white pants
No item is as quintessentially "summer" as white pants. Of course, we also like to wear straw, seersucker, and sherbet shades in the hot months, but nothing makes these looks pop like a pair of cuffed, creased white trousers.
Basil, tomatoes an aromatic, flavorful mix
When I load up my purchases at the nursery in the spring, I always set the tomato and basil plants in the same flat so they will rub against each other on the way home, filling my car with an amazing explosion of perfume.
The modern librarian: A role worth checking out
Librarians, with the notable exception of Laura Bush, aren't often in the spotlight and publicly appreciated — which is exactly why Ann Seidl decided they deserved a movie.
Ovarian cancer symptoms need earlier diagnosis, survivors say
When a gynecologist and three other doctors misdiagnosed April Donahue's symptoms for six months, their confusion was understandable. Ten years later, when Donahue again developed persistent bloating and abdominal pain, the confusion was not so understandable.
Flashback of the day
A defector of the first water.
Monday, July 2
Adults, children have different needs in divorce
Dear Susan: My wife has said she wants a divorce. We were trying to do therapy, but I think she just wanted to be able to say that we’d tried and it didn’t work. Our kids are a mess: needy, angry, hurt. I want to get a kick-ass attorney, but I know that won’t help my kids, just my ego.
Dream big in the Big Apple
Unlike most parents who urge their kids to be realistic, I tell my daughter to be anything but. Dream big, I always say. So when I took Taz with me to New York for the recent Book Expo, we stayed in the same hotel that James Dean stayed in when he first went to New York.
Home repairs can cut insurance costs
Home repairs can be a two-for-one special. First, maintenance work upgrades your home. And second, repairs and home improvements could also lower the cost of your home insurance bill, according to insurance experts.
Flashback of the day
Happy birthday, Wal-Mart.
Link between anger and cholesterol?
Q: For years people have said, that getting angry can raise your blood pressure, but I recently heard that it can also raise your cholesterol. Sounds crazy. Is there any truth to this?
Here's a look at what's new on the site today
We're toasting the start of a new month with new stuff on the Home, Travel, Advice and Fitness pages plus a new blog today. Read on for details and hot links to the content you want right now.