By Molly McLaughlin, Senior Editor for Portable Electronics, ConsumerSearch.com
Downsizing now that the kids are out of the house? Retiring to a new area to escape a hectic atmosphere or harsh winters? You've probably moved plenty of times before - into that first apartment, into the house where you raised your family, relocating for work.
Flu...Kills...all I'm sayin'
I took this picture on the Mobile Bay Ferry as Charlotte and I were heading over to Dauphin Island. The view from up here is pretty sweet, but it's short-lived. In about 30 minutes it goes from this...
October was a real roller coaster. The month started on a high note when Bob and I took a dream trip to Italy with some of our best friends. But while we were out of the country, John Hill, Bob's 89-year-old father and friend to all, passed away and everything went downhill fast. Since then, meal planning has taken a backseat to catching up from vacation, getting a grip on our emotions and sorting out scores of details surrounding John's estate.
These days, staying ahead of Father Time's wrinkle wand is job 1.
I'm learning to sleep on my back instead of my side to avoid creasing my face. I'm giving up straws (Diet Coke will never taste the same!) because they lead to fine lines around your mouth. And I hunt down skincare products that can aid my cause.
My latest find: Nuvosa's new complexion-pampering line. Based on cutting-edge technology, this threesome combines powerful anti-aging compounds with natural and organic vitamins and supplements proven to improve skin. Though extremely potent, they're gentle enough for any skin type and skin tone.
Feeling lucky? You might have a chance to try them for yourself. We've teamed up with Nuvosa to give away a $198-value set including their Flawless Age Protection Toner, Deep Wrinkle Remedy Serum and Reborn Wrinkle Shield Moisturizer.
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Forget all-natural. This fall, the biggest trends call for adding a little drama.
That's why I'm so excited about these 14 must-try beauty boosters. From bold eyeliner to deep red lips, they deliver instant updates that'll help you get gorgeous this season and beyond.
A couple of weeks ago, I did something I often rarely do in this column: display my complete ignorance to our reader millions of readers. You know what I'm talking about - that column where I told you the 4 things I know about Italy.
Well Internets, I thought you deserved an update.
Charlotte and I just returned from the land of gelato, vino de casa and more ruins than you'll see during an entire season of A&E's Hoarders. It's a beautiful country with warm and friendly people who cannot speak without using their hands. They don't really like talking about WWII, but they can tell you stories about every Pope that ever slipped on the red loafers (the way I heard it, St. Hyginus was funnier than Will Ferrell back in 136 BC).
A little slice of Italian heaven: vino and quattro fromaggio pizza
Give us a drum roll, Sparky:
Italian Food
I SAID: ...We will eat pizza. A lot of pizza. And it will all be good, because it is Italian Pizza served in the land of its birth. Like Chicken Fried Steak served in its native land, Fort Worth.
REALITY CHECK
All I was trying to do was export a little culture back to Texas.
Downhome Favorite with Gourmet Flair
By Chef Jerrett Joslin of The Wild Mushroom Steakhouse
Jolene couldn't understand why Roy was taking such long showers...
If you ever get the chance to visit beautiful Bayou La Batre, Alabama do yourself a favor and check out the shrimp boats tied up in the harbor.
Who knows? You might run into somebody famous...
I have a weakness for serious skincare. After all, fighting lines and wrinkles today could mean a smoother tomorrow.
So I was PUMPED about trying Murad's travel-friendly Complete Skin Renewal Kit. Designed to reveal younger-looking skin, this maximum-strength, anti-aging system restores firmness while stimulating cell renewal to improve skin texture. It uses the science of cellular water, a Murad exclusive, to boost cell hydration and skin health.
Wanna see for yourself? We've teamed up with Murad to give five, lucky Boomer Babes a chance to do just that. You could win a Complete Skin Renewal Kit ($42.50 value) including a 30-day supply of these four, smart anti-agers: Refreshing Cleanser (1.5 ounces), Complete Reform (.33 ounces), Perfecting Day Cream SPF 30 (.7 ounces) and Hydro-Dynamic Ultimate Moisture (.25 ounces).
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I almost ran out of gas following this truck...but no sign of what it was advertising.
One of the things you learn after 34 years of marriage is the delicate ballet of who-does-what. The dance has changed with Charlotte and me over the years, but the one thing that's been a constant is that Friday and Sunday night dinners are my territory.
That doesn't mean I channel my inner Bobby Flay (couldn't even if I tried) but it does mean I'm responsible for the meal. Charlotte's OK with me calling our favorite neighborhood pizza guys iFratelli or taking her out to a local restaurant. But, when I don't choose either of those options, I fall back on a handful of tried-and-true recipes.
If You Don't Want the Heat...Stay Out of the Jalapenos
Hello fall! We're looking forward to changing colors, cooler temperatures and pumpkin-inspired desserts like these heavenly, cream-cheese-frosted bars.
By Jane Honeck, CPA, PFS
It's been more than four long years since our economy took a nose dive. And since that time, we've been ping-ponged with stories of gloom and doom and talks of optimism and recovery. One day, we're hopeful and reassured and the next back in fear and anxiety. And, try as we might to ignore it, it's like driving by an accident or fire, we can't help but stop to look. It's enough to make you crazy!
Does this place look familar to you?
Well if you live in Alabama, you might know that Sandra's Place is famous (at least down South) for having two items on the governor's bucket list. Know what they are?
Prepare your own Mexican quick fix with this Chipotle-inspired bowl. Carbs are moderated by filling the bowl with beans, extra veggies and chicken. No need for rice, since the beans count as carbs.
Tips:
If you love tomatoes, increase the quantity to 1/2 cup, but note that the carbohydrates will also increase.
If preparing this recipe for one person, cut all of the ingredients in half. Or simply prepare the full recipe up to the end of step 2 and store leftover chicken and vegetable-bean mixture in separate airtight containers in the refrigerator for up to 2 days. Reheat in the microwave on High for 1 to 2 minutes, or until heated through, and continue with step 3.
Health Bite: The iron, calcium, magnesium, manganese, copper and zinc in black beans help to keep bones strong and healthy.
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