The Truth About Restaurant Calories
By now it is probably clear to most consumers that eating out is not the healthiest choice. Yet, all the marketing hype projected by restaurants can sound quite convincing. Restaurants and fast food chains are pitching everything from fat free, no carbs, low calories, high fiber and other specialty menu items.
Many even make specific promises about...... >Read More
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Drama Queen: Fashion-Fall Winter 2009
Decadent and edgy, this season’s fashion hits the runway with a touch of the 80’s. Oversized shoulders and structured silhouettes define a new level of confidence. These sharp shoulders are complimented with wrapped, carved and belted waists. Pencil skirts, slim pants and 80’s skinny leggings are long and lean. Jackets are tailored...... >Read More
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Surviving Marital Bliss
“I think we need to go out on a date tonight.”
That’s my opening salvo as I wake up with my morning coffee. I haven’t brought along flowers or chocolates. I haven’t written a small poem expressing my undying affection (I haven’t even technically asked a question…or showered).
My wife responds, “Why don’t we go out this Friday...... >Read More
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Recovering Wonder
This moment is profound. It is significant. I’m not doing anything.
I am sprawled in a recliner, twenty feet from the ocean. This is the extent of my activity.
Submerged in sunshine, I contemplate life and the panorama before me. I can see surging breakers, rolling over an azure ocean. Some waves crash in the sun-drenched waters; others...... >Read More
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Gadgets on a Plane (10 of ‘em!)
The edges of the screen are fuzzy and peaceful looking. The seats are appropriately spaced. People tilt their seats back with a smile (and with plenty of room on both sides). Children are sitting cross-legged in their seats with their safety belt fastened perfectly around their little waists. The airplane swooshes gently into a sky... >Read More
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Easy Summer Picnics
Picnics are a classic summer tradition. They bring up thoughts of wicker picnic baskets, red plaid blankets, plastic cutlery and potato salad. There’s absolutely nothing wrong with this version of the all-American activity, but why not play with the age-old idea? Forget plaid and Tupperware for a second and try an easy picnic catered around the...... >Read More
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Color Me Patriot
“A patriot wraps himself around the flag to defend it; a scoundrel wraps it around himself to defend himself” -Anonymous
I’ve grown to enjoy the day when we celebrate another year in the history of our nation. I like walking down to the park, listening to the music, watching the multitude of flags flying from car hoods and childrens’...... >Read More
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Intimacy, Sex & Scandals
Today’s headlines proclaim the potential fall of another celebrity. The scandal began... >more
Gary’s Story: In His Own Words
On Saturday November 8th, 2008 my world blew apart – literally. I... >more
Soul Cravings: Seeking
Do you crave destiny? (Part 2)