Experts tell us that there is still no cure for the common cold. But we, the women of the North Shore, beg to differ … There are many ways to protect our family from catching a cold or at least to lessen its severity or duration once we feel it coming on…. So, I […]
At this time of year, the last person you are paying attention to is yourself, so we’re doing it for you. Here are 5 new products we think are a lot of fun—and functional: Oscar Blandi Pronto Dry Shampoo It works. When in a rush and you don’t have time to wash your hair, […]
Faster than you can slalom a black-diamond slope at Wilmot, I blurt out “Steamboat Springs” when asked about an ultimate ski vacation destination. There are so many reasons to give this Colorado resort an “ultimate” crown. First, of course, is the town’s natural beauty and the resort’s ski essentials: trails for every ski level, […]
Denim is at an all time high in price and prestige. The price of jeans reflect this. Sure you can still buy a decent pair of Levi’s at some discount department store for under $25, but the jeans that are turning heads can cost hundreds of dollars. High fashion jeans cost $300-10,000. These jeans […]
Unfortunately for the average woman (5-feet, 4-inches tall), standard-length inseams measure 34 inches or longer, this means that many buyers of premium denim must go directly from the store to the tailor to cut off the fancy distressed hem that they just paid so much money for. As every fashionista knows, one cannot scrimp […]
Carbohydrate loading is a practice used by endurance athletes to maximize the storage of glycogen in the muscles. And for high school athletes, it’s a great excuse for a team-bonding party. If you are new to hosting a carbo party there are a few “how to’s” you’ll need to know. 1. Paper Goods and […]
Check out these two fabulous sites: Groupon – Groupon is my new favorite site! It’s hip. It’s fun. And, best of all, it offers great deals! They offer a deal a day for places to go and things to do in and around Chicago. But here’s the catch—you get the deal only if a […]
