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Beauty Guru: My Summer Vacation Must-Haves
Summer vacation at our house means the beach. Without the beach, summer would be incomplete. The thought of beach chairs and umbrellas, salty air and sand on our … More »
Yahoo! Contributor Network - 6 hours agoBeauty Guru: 5 Beauty Products that Always Get Packed for Vacation
Thanks to my job as a freelance writer, I'm able to travel a lot. And since I live in the very hot desert, I find myself traveling more often in an attempt to … More »
Yahoo! Contributor Network - 6 hours agoBeauty Guru: Summer Vacation Beauty Must-Haves
I go on a vacation at least once a year, especially in the summer. Being a new mom and freelancing from home, I need a change of scenery now more than ever. Whether … More »
Yahoo! Contributor Network - 6 hours ago5 Gadgets that Will Save New Parents Time and Money
When a new baby comes along, two things become scarce. I'm not talking about sleep and sanity - although that may be true as well. I'm talking about time and money. … More »
Yahoo! Contributor Network - 10 hours agoTips to Save for a Down Payment in Your 20s
I have been a homeowner for 10 years. By far, my mortgage is my biggest monthly expense. However, even though I wish my mortgage were a wee bit lower, my husband … More »
Yahoo! Contributor Network - 10 hours agoSafely Manage Your Money when Traveling
Whether you're traveling down the road, across the country, or abroad, managing your money is of the utmost importance. What you'll spend and where you'll spend it … More »
Yahoo! Contributor Network - 10 hours ago3 Trips Every Woman Should Take by Age 30
In a few short weeks, I'll no longer fall into the 20-something category. … More »
Yahoo! Contributor Network - 10 hours agoBest After-College Careers in 2013
Now that college graduation is out of the way, many new grads are busy applying for entry-level positions and paid internships. Making the transition to the working … More »
Yahoo! Contributor Network - 10 hours agoBudget-Friendly Decorating Tips for New Homeowners
The millennials are one of the largest groups of current homebuyers. Because many are hard-working, determined and highly innovative, stylish home furnishings are … More »
Yahoo! Contributor Network - 10 hours agoBenefits of Shopping and Eating Local
As newlyweds, my husband and I would have likely already perished without Everest Cuisine and Kathmandu Bistro. Who would have thought that in the Black Hills of … More »
Yahoo! Contributor Network - 10 hours agoWedding Apps that Help you Manage Money and Plans
As we inch closer to the start of summer, I anticipate seeing a spike in wedding invitations. Sure enough, my mailbox is chock-full of save-the-dates, bridal … More »
Yahoo! Contributor Network - 10 hours agoAddicted to Facebook? 5 Ways it Can Damage Your Love Life
Maybe you log into Facebook the moment your eyes open in the morning. Or perhaps you go through withdrawal when your smart phone dies and you can't log in to get … More »
Yahoo! Contributor Network - Thu, Jun 27, 2013 5:32 PM EDTParenting Guru: You Already Have it All
I know, I know; you're tired of hearing about how you can have it all, only to hear about the reasons you can't. Or shouldn't. Or shouldn't want it. … More »
Yahoo! Contributor Network - Wed, Jun 26, 2013 1:26 PM EDTWine Wednesday: Make Pairing Wine and Barbecue an Adventure
It's barbecue season! It's the time of the year when the backyard becomes our kitchen, we fire up the grill, and scoop, spoon, or shake a bag for our favorite … More »
Yahoo! Contributor Network - Wed, Jun 26, 2013 12:37 PM EDTBeauty Guru: Your Complete Guide to Airbrush Tanning
When done correctly, self-tanner doesn't have to be scary. It can be a great way to feel the summer vibe without the sun damage. Here are a few tips to help you … More »
Yahoo! Contributor Network - Tue, Jun 25, 2013 4:35 PM EDTFirst Person: My Big Fat Illegal Gay Wedding
Last week, I promised my hand and heart to the love of my life. Today, I received our marriage certificate, and tomorrow, I'm hanging it on my wall as testament to … More »
Yahoo! Contributor Network - Mon, Jun 24, 2013 1:01 PM EDTThe Real Do's and Don'ts of Wearing Sunscreen
Forget everything you think you know about shielding your skin from the sun and the environment! According to Amy Chalmers, a USANA spokesperson, cosmetic dermal … More »
Yahoo! Contributor Network - Fri, Jun 21, 2013 3:37 PM EDTBeauty Guru: The Easiest Summer Hair Updo!
Summertime leaves my hair feeling sweaty and wind-blown. Most of the time I'll throw it up in a bun and call it quits. But when I'm wanting to feel the maximum … More »
Yahoo! Contributor Network - Fri, Jun 21, 2013 3:09 PM EDTParenting Guru: The 364 Days Besides Father's Day
This past Father's Day my husband, a lifelong runner, completed his 11th marathon (20 if you count the six half marathons and three ultra marathons he's completed … More »
Yahoo! Contributor Network - Fri, Jun 21, 2013 12:53 PM EDTDanielle Bradbery Wins 'The Voice': 5 Reasons Why We Love Her
Move over Taylor Swift - there's a new sweetheart in town! … More »
Yahoo! Contributor Network - Wed, Jun 19, 2013 12:14 PM EDTMillennial Women Don't Want to Be CEOs, Says Survey
Would you sacrifice your personal life to climb the corporate ladder and land the plush corner office? Probably not: A new survey from the Zeno Group found that … More »
Yahoo! Contributor Network - Tue, Jun 18, 2013 6:43 PM EDTThe Real Life 'Bling Ring': The Most Scandalous Celebrity Shoplifters
It's almost here! Sofia Coppola's "The Bling Ring" finally hits theaters nationwide on Friday, June 21. … More »
Yahoo! Contributor Network - Mon, Jun 17, 2013 3:03 PM EDTBeauty Guru: Guide to Selecting the Perfect Blush
Blush should be part of your daily makeup routine, regardless of the season. Blush can enhance a sun-kissed complexion, or add some color to an otherwise pale … More »
Yahoo! Contributor Network - Fri, Jun 14, 2013 4:10 PM EDTBeauty Guru: Beauty Must-Haves for Summer Vacation
Here's my attempt at creating at least one post where my favorite thing in the entire world, the almighty lip gloss, is not mentioned; in fact, I'm not going to … More »
Yahoo! Contributor Network - Fri, Jun 14, 2013 1:34 PM EDTParenting Guru: What My Father Taught Me About Living and Dying
I vividly remember the last days of my father's life. What I remember most was wheeling him to an open window. He loved feeling the cool breeze as it swept across … More »
Yahoo! Contributor Network - Thu, Jun 13, 2013 4:04 PM EDTMaking Post-Baby Sex Enjoyable Again
Kate Harmsy knew she was in for a life change when she gave birth to her first child in 2012, but she never expected such a change in her sex life. … More »
Yahoo! Contributor Network - Wed, Jun 12, 2013 1:58 PM EDTDesigner Cortney Novogratz Talks Decorating, Shares Easy Ways to Personalize …
Your home is the reflection of your personality, so it's not surprising that, despite similar accessories, no two homes look the same. Decorating your space is fun, … More »
Yahoo! Contributor Network - Fri, Jun 7, 2013 12:45 PM EDTBeauty Guru: Applying Concealer for Summer Eczema Flare-Ups
During the summer, I tend not to wear any type of base. The most I'll do is either a BB Cream or an all-over bronzer. When you suffer an eczema flare-up, going … More »
Yahoo! Contributor Network - Thu, Jun 6, 2013 2:41 PM EDTBeauty Guru: Summer Guide to Buying Facial Bronzer
You weren't born with luscious caramel-colored skin, but you don't want to expose your skin to dangerous UV rays to get it. So what's a girl to do? Reach for a … More »
Yahoo! Contributor Network - Thu, Jun 6, 2013 2:40 PM EDTParenting Guru: "Having it All" Really Isn't as Good as it Sounds
The biggest source of angst and frustration for mothers (and, increasingly, fathers!) is the fact that it seems that none of us can "have it all." The challenge of … More »
Yahoo! Contributor Network - Thu, Jun 6, 2013 2:40 PM EDTFirst Person: Why 'Toddlers & Tiaras' Hits Home: Confessions of a Teenage Pageant …
My mom shook her head, scrunching up her nose and gazing at me with concern. "Are you sure you want to enter pageants?" I nodded, insisting upon it. Years of … More »
Yahoo! Contributor Network - Wed, Jun 5, 2013 4:22 PM EDTFirst Person: How My Child's Toys Taught Me About Family
My five-year-old daughter's favorite toys are a family of plush cats: Star-Cat (who is pink and sparkly), Pusheen (a toy from a popular Tumblr meme), and their … More »
Yahoo! Contributor Network - Mon, Jun 3, 2013 1:30 PM EDTBeauty Guru: Summer Beauty 101 - Preventing Makeup Meltdown
Mathematical equations were never my strong suit, but there is a summer equation that this oily-skinned gal is very familiar with. Sweltering heat + Sun + Humidity … More »
Yahoo! Contributor Network - Mon, Jun 3, 2013 1:17 PM EDTBeauty Guru: Can Someone Who is Not Beautiful Define Beauty?
I would love to be able to say, "I have never worried about whether or not I was a beauty." Actually, I could say it but it wouldn't be true, because there was a … More »
Yahoo! Contributor Network - Mon, Jun 3, 2013 1:17 PM EDTParenting Guru: 5 Things You Must Do Before You Have Kids
I've been a mom for three years. And even though it's only been three years, my life before children seems a blur, a happy but foreign time that I sort of remember, … More »
Yahoo! Contributor Network - Fri, May 31, 2013 3:41 PM EDTBeauty Guru: What Beauty Is to Me
Beauty is not being afraid of how you may appear to others but knowing you count. I read once to believe yourself to be beautiful and you will be. When I read this … More »
Yahoo! Contributor Network - Fri, May 31, 2013 3:41 PM EDTGaining Weight with Your Mate? 5 Reasons Your Boyfriend’s Diet Matters
You have a wedding this weekend, and as you try to slip into the sexy, little black dress that you wore last year when you were on your first date with your man, … More »
Yahoo! Contributor Network - Thu, May 30, 2013 1:26 PM EDTBeauty Guru: My Favorite Skin Care Recipe
There seems to be a new awareness concerning the bath and body ingredients we are apply to our bodies on a daily basis. More and more people are questioning the … More »
Yahoo! Contributor Network - Wed, May 29, 2013 2:38 PM EDTBeauty Guru: What Does Beauty Mean to You?
The concept of beauty means many different things to different people. In my case, beauty can mean different things at varying points in your life. If I was asked … More »
Yahoo! Contributor Network - Wed, May 29, 2013 2:38 PM EDTBeauty Guru: DIY Skin Care Recipes
My skincare routine is quick and simple. I use a mild cleanser, an occasional toner, and a light, oil-free moisturizer to both start and end my day. It's my belief … More »
Yahoo! Contributor Network - Wed, May 29, 2013 2:38 PM EDTBeauty Guru: DIY Skin Purifying Mask that Cools You Off While You Relax
One of my favorite treats on the hottest days of summer is sitting back with a glass of crisp white wine, a juicy book and a cooling face mask. I love knowing that … More »
Yahoo! Contributor Network - Wed, May 29, 2013 2:38 PM EDTParenting Guru: 3 Ways Preschool Made Life Better for My Daughter and Me
The very first days we dropped off my three-year-old daughter, Violet, at the YMCA, kissed her head of curls goodbye, and disappeared around the corner to leave her … More »
Yahoo! Contributor Network - Wed, May 29, 2013 2:38 PM EDTSinger Sues McDonald's: The Most Ridiculous Fast Food Lawsuits
She's not loving it! A Brooklyn gospel singer is singing the blues after reportedly biting into a piece of glass while eating a chicken sandwich from McDonald's. … More »
Yahoo! Contributor Network - Tue, May 21, 2013 2:06 PM EDTStephen Colbert's Inspiring Graduation Speech: Our Favorite Celebrity Commencement …
Stephen Colbert might have a future in motivational speaking if this whole comedy thing doesn't work out. The "Colbert Report" host made yet another inspirational … More »
Yahoo! Contributor Network - Mon, May 20, 2013 3:18 PM EDTSuit Up: A Retailer's Tips for Prom Shopping with Your Son
Back in the day, 'prom shopping' for guys meant visiting the local tuxedo rental place, picking out a color, laying down the deposit, and calling it good. Decisions … More »
Yahoo! Contributor Network - Fri, May 17, 2013 1:08 PM EDTParenting Guru: The Best Lessons I Learned from My Mom
Now that my second daughter is in her last two weeks before high school graduation, it has given me time to reflect on my role as a parent. Some of the most … More »
Yahoo! Contributor Network - Fri, May 17, 2013 11:31 AM EDTFirst Person: Explaining Transgenderism to Kids
It was almost two years ago that my daughter, then three years old, met the wonderful person who is now her "other" mom. I'd brought her along for my first date … More »
Yahoo! Contributor Network - Wed, May 15, 2013 4:02 PM EDTBeauty Guru: DIY Summer Beauty Recipes
Clear skin should feel soft and supple, but summer can bring dryness and irritation to even the best of skin. My motto is 'less is best' when it comes to any beauty … More »
Yahoo! Contributor Network - Tue, May 14, 2013 4:20 PM EDTCan Meditation Save Your Relationship?
It is no secret that couples argue. One person says something that upsets the other, and the battle begins. A small fight often escalates into something bigger, … More »
Yahoo! Contributor Network - Tue, May 14, 2013 11:35 AM EDTBeauty Guru: Basil to the Rescue
One of the few things that I like to grow (and can grow) successfully is basil. By the time warm weather arrives here on the Gulf Coast, I've got a kitchen window … More »
Yahoo! Contributor Network - Mon, May 13, 2013 4:30 PM EDT