When it is comes to getting hitched, guys get cold feet for two reasons. Some guys are uber-picky. They have a list in their minds of their perfect wife characteristics: hot but not slutty, smart but not nerdy, skinny but …
BLACK COFFEE, NO SUGAR NO CREAM; WHY MEN OF ALL CULTURES LOVE BLACK WOMEN
“Pretty women wonder where my secret lies. I’m not built to suit a fashion models size, but when I start to tell them they think I’m telling lies. I say, it’s in the reach of my arms, the span of …
How To Date A Single Parent
by Ruby Binns-Cagney Many of people in today’s society are single parents who find it difficult to enter into the dating world. They have to juggle kids, work, and life in general. Then, there is the issue of finding someone to date that …
8 Things He’ll Love that You Left At His Place
by Charli Penn (ESSENCE) If his home is your home away from home, make it your own and turn him on by “accidentally” leaving behind one of these flirty items. Half the Fun Bring over a two-piece lingerie set, but …
Couples Who Sweat Together….Stay Together!
Hey girl, are you a having a hard time sticking to your workout plan? Might be time to recruit your boo! Studies show that couples who workout together increase their chances of sticking to their exercise program by 90 percent. …
Holidays After The Death of A Loved One
by Kim Kenney Grieving for a loved one is never easy, but the holidays seem to deepen sorrow, loneliness, guilt, anxiety and depression. These feelings are completely normal during the holiday season, according to the website Hospice. According to the Office for …
Daily Motivation 11.21.12 – Tips To Cheer Up!
Everyone feels vulnerable, sad, and lonely from time to time but if you know how to cheer yourself up, then you’ll get through many of those tough moments just fine. If you’re just having a bad day (or week) and …
Day to Evening Fashion: How to Make a Seamless Transition [LADIES]
The modern woman often has a demanding job and a busy social life. How does she effortlessly go from a day full of meetings to a dinner date? There are 3 keys to making a seamless transition from day to night. 1. …
The Meanest Color of the Season [MEN]
Damon Wayans Jr., who stars in ABC’s Happy Endings as the type-A-by-day, super-silly-by-night Brad, is now officially the funniest member of the Wayans family. Hoodie, $98 by Gap. Suit by Dolce & Gabbana. T-shirt by Small Trades. Sneakers by Pro-Keds. Socks by …
Black Friday 2012: How To Get Through This Marathon Day Of Shopping
Black Friday is also one of the most hectic days of the year, as shoppers across the nation literally trample each other to get their hands on those exclusive deals that only come around once a year. If you want …
FIRST LOOK: Alicia Keys Releases Second Reebok Collection (PHOTOS)
Like it or not, this girl is on fire (corny, I know right). But the songwriter/singer, and new mom, Alicia Keys, is doing the most with her celebritism. After recently releasing a 3D animated storytelling iPad app for children and just a …
How To Make Thanksgiving Great With Your Teen
If you are a mom or dad dreading this Thanksgiving celebration, you are not alone! Parents seem pulled between their desire to create a day of joy and family togetherness, and the needs of their teens. When children are young, …
Eating Healthy on a Budget
In our struggling economy, with rising food prices, making healthy choices at the grocery store is a challenging, but attainable goal. Even on a tight budget you can stock your cupboards and refrigerator with fresh, nutrient-dense foods. There are a …
10 Tips on Cooking Thanksgiving Dinner Without All the Stress
With the holidays comes a MASSIVE amount of stress – you can try all you want to reduce it by cooking things in advance, taking the time off work to properly prepare … even putting your foot down about how many people …
5 Surprising Uses for Avocado
Just about everyone knows that avocados can improve heart health, promote weight loss, and help you stock up on essential nutrients like potassium and vitamin B. And that’s only when you eat them. As a beauty aid, avocados and avocado-based products also have a …
8 Healthy Thanksgiving Tips for Staying on Track
Are you new to a healthy lifestyle or trying to lose weight, and worried about the Thanksgiving holiday coming up? You’re not alone. After all, Thanksgiving is based around a giant meal, and most of us associate it with stuffing …
Daily Motivation 11.19.12
Motivating yourself to excel at your job or to be an example to your employees, should not be something you do only when the spirit moves you. It’s an ongoing process that should include every facet of your business life. …
Top 10 gadget gifts
When it comes to the holidays,gadgets perennially top people’s wish lists — and retailers are happy to oblige. Shoppers will spend an average of $252 on consumer electronics this year, according to a Consumer Electronics Association forecast, with 76 percent of …
Daily Motivation 11.16.12
by AmmielG (Interview Success Formula) In every decision, whether it be finding a new job or a career change, there is one important aspect that you need in order to be successful: motivation. It will keep you focused on doing what you …