Blog Posts by TresSugar

TresSugarSource: The Best Quotes From Our Conversation With the First Lady

This week we joined First Lady Michelle Obama on the campaign trail in Virginia, where she spoke to a crowd of grassroots volunteers. She also took an hour to sit down with us and a few other women journalists to have a conversation about what is at stake for women in this election, how she instills everyday values in her daughters as they grow up in the White House, and the ups and downs of being first lady - she just wishes she could walk into a CVS and buy some soap! The first lady was very candid, warm, and reliably relatable. Read on for some of her best pieces of advice, insight, and humor.

• On Everyday Life: "Yesterday, I hosted a doggy playdate. This has been a goal of Sasha's for quite some time because she's really feeling, on top of everything else I have to worry about, that Bo doesn't have enough dog interaction. So this is what I was focused on, doggy treats and toys."
• On Her Pride in Barack:

TresSugarSource: James Bond's Guide to Pickup Lines

It was 50 years ago, in 1962, that Sean Connery became the first James Bond on the big screen in Dr. No and the iconic sexy, suited-up secret agent was born. Aside from impeccable dressing and his shaken, not stirred, martini, it's James's ladykiller skills that stand the test of time, and 007 has been reincarnated over the years with a handful of actors playing the film role to kill for. This Fall, Daniel Craig returns as James Bond in Skyfall, and we cannot wait to see him continue to seduce the ladies (and us) in his third James Bond movie. Ahead of the latest Bond flick, let's look back at the best, most innuendo-filled pickup lines from gun-wielding heartthrob. Check out more infamous Bond quotes here!

Related Content:

Elizabeth Banks's Characters on How to Be Confident in Life and Love

Ryan Lochte Clarifies: He's Never Had a One-Night Stand

Gabby Douglas on Her Hair, Single Mom, and Making History

Source: Michelle Obama on Barack's Fight For Middle-Class Families and the Economy

We are thrilled to share the next answer in our series with First Lady Michelle Obama. Since we're in back-to-school mode, this week we're focusing on education and women's health. Here's the first lady in her own words about the economy and family:

TrèsSugar editor Annie Scudder asks, "What can we do to make the cost of starting and raising a family in America more affordable? The price of quality education, health care, and child care sometimes seem prohibitive in this country."

"Annie, I really appreciated getting this question, because for me, it really crystallizes the choices we're facing in this election. When I think back to when Barack took office as president, I remember how our economy was on the brink of collapse, losing 800,000 jobs a month. And for years, middle-class families had been squeezed from all sides as costs were rising and wages just weren't keeping up.

As Barack began the work

Source: Love Fictional Romance? You Might Be Less Into Real-Life Relationships

Romantic comedies, reality TV dating shows, and soap operas are all filled with dramatic relationship ups and downs. And watching these unrealistic portrayals of romance might not be an inconsequential guilty pleasure. A new study found that the more people buy into portrayals of romance on TV, the less committed they are to their relationships. But it's not because these fictional love stories make them long for the perfect relationship. In fact, those who have a higher belief in TV portrayals of romance believe relationships are more costly, and are more likely to consider alternatives, like a new partner or being single.

The study referenced reality TV shows like The Bachelor or The Hills, soap operas like Days of Our Lives, and movies like Pretty Woman or The Notebook. Participants who agreed with statements like "Television helps me understand what I can expect from my romantic relationships," or

Source: Obama Talks Women in His Life While Fundraising With Jay-Z and Beyoncé

Donors dressed in their best headed to New York's 40/40 Club last night to attend a fundraiser for President Obama hosted by Jay-Z and Beyoncé Knowles. Each ticket went for $40,000, and guests enjoyed Champagne and appetizers while Beyoncé introduced the guest of honor. She said, "I can't tell you how proud we are to host tonight's event with President Obama. We believe in his vision." The president then took the stage, and said he's working for a "more fair, more just" world. In between talk of policy, the president had sweet things to say about the women in his life, including First Lady Michelle Obama, his daughters, and even Beyoncé, whom he called a close friend.


More from TresSugar: Alexis Bledel Tells Us Why She's Campaigning For Barack Obama


The first lady missed the fundraiser, which raised a reported $4 million for Obama's reelection bid. But Michelle Obama is playing an active role in the

TresSugarSource: 5 Ways to Make Your Autumn Nights Sexy

Now that Fall is here, we have to work a little harder to make sure cozy doesn't eclipse sexy. Summer's sex appeal is obvious: adventures open the way for vacation flings, and the higher the temperatures go, the fewer clothes we wear. But romance doesn't have to cool as the days get shorter. Here are five ways to spice up your Autumn nights, along with your lattes.

• Enjoy a Fireside Cuddle: You may miss warm weather, but now that Summer's over you have an excuse to use your fireplace. Put on your most comfy jammies and share a blanket with your man as you watch the flames, read a book or magazine, and cuddle close. Don't have a fireplace? A fire-less cuddle can keep you warm and set the mood, too.
• Spark Some Candlelight: It feels like the sun goes down before you get out of work, but you can embrace the shorter days by lighting some candles. Candlelight makes everyday evening activities, like dinner, reading, Internet

TresSugarSource: 22 Fall Date Ideas

Pack up your swimsuits and break out your scarves. Fall is almost officially here! Enjoying the crisp Autumn air with a loved one is sure to warm your heart, weather he's a Summer fling who turned into the real thing or a longtime love you're planning an annual Halloween couples costume with. And while the days are getting shorter, there's still time to make the most of the great outdoors before Winter comes. With the help of photo-sharing site Instagram, we present inspiration for romantic Autumn outings.

• Ride in a Hot Air Balloon
• Have a Pumpkin Latte Date
• Wander a Corn Maze
• Explore a Flea Market
• Ride Bikes at Sunset
• Enjoy Wine Harvest
• Bundle Up For a Picnic
• Tour a Haunted House
• Make a Bonfire
• Cheer On Your Local Football Team
• Take a Hike

• Sip Cider
• Go to a Pumpkin Patch
• Shop For Fall Veggies at the Farmers Market
• Cozy Up by a

TresSugarSource: September Must Reads

As you wrap up your Summer reading list, it's time to dive into Fall's new releases. Historical fiction, heart-wrenching memoirs, and highly anticipated books by J.K. Rowling and Junot Díaz are about to hit the shelves. We've rounded up September's most promising reads, so take a look now. And don't forget to share what you're reading with us on Instagram!

• Suri's Burn Book: Allie Hagan's Suri's Burn Book: Well-Dressed Commentary From Hollywood's Little Sweetheart is the book version of her hilarious Tumblr, Suri's Burn Book, which imagines what Tom Cruise and Katie Holmes's daughter, Suri, would say about her fellow celebrity children.
• The Casual Vacancy: After her successful Harry Potter series, we can't wait to pick up J.K. Rowling's adult novel The Casual Vacancy about an idyllic English town. When a town council member passes away, it triggers chaos among the people - and an election that carries surprising revelations.
• Kicking & Dreaming