Long Island Articles Index

It’s no secret that the rise in gas prices have made the friendly skies, a lot less friendly. And, despite soaring prices at the pump, the open road still calls our name as vacation season begins. In fact, some suggest that the “scenic” route may even be much more enjoyable, as long as your road ... Read On

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Becoming a parent “may” be relatively “easy”, but being a parent and doing the actual parenting is a whole other ball game. In fact, even some famous and infamous personalities profess falling into the “pitfalls” of parenthood and becoming the personification of the clichés they previously ... Read On

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While it’s been said that diamonds are a girl’s best friend and that the way to a woman’s heart is by wining her and dining her, experts say that they way into her boudoir has a lot less to do with what you buy her and a lot more of a philosophy that a modern man shouldn’t buy into, especially when ... Read On

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There’s been a lot of (positive) talk these days about the benefits of vitamin-D. In fact, a glass of milk, a piece of low-fat cheese, and 15-20 minutes (max) in the sun each day have been getting a lot of positive play (Grandmas all over the world take a bow). And, from giving us strong healthy ... Read On

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It seems that my care gets “cluttered” faster than my home, possible because, even though I say it jokingly, I “live” out for my vehicle….or at least spend more them there than I do at home. And, when home, I’m ALWAYS busy straightening up and cleaning, making sure things don’t get (too) out of ... Read On

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The sun is finally out and the temperatures are once again consistently on the rise. And, for many of us that means a serious case of wanderlust, preferably to someplace enchanting and exotic with lots to see, lots to do, lots of good food and plenty of beautiful beaches. While exotic Islands ... Read On

Filed under LIFamilies Articles » Health, Fitness & Beauty

It’s a great way to go high tech, while also preserving the environment, and setting a magical mood even in the “flame-free” zones of your celebration. Invest in LED Bow On-Off candles, make of solid wax (except for some electronics) for a naturally, “supernatural” glow, that turns on and off ... Read On

Filed under LIFamilies Articles » Green Living

Snacking, while once thought of as “bad” for you, is now deemed quite the opposite. However, that all depends on what you’re snacking on. But, theirs is a difference between fueling up and filling up before each meal, with most of us reaching for the wrong foods to tackle the midday munchies, ... Read On

Filed under LIFamilies Articles » Weightloss

It’s that season again, where school’s out and everyone is heading out, even if just for the weekend. And, besides a good time what every family wants from their family vacation is a safe trip…and that means not only making sure you have everything you need, including car seats, busy activities for ... Read On

Filed under LIFamilies Articles » Travel & Leisure

While many are touting 40 as the new 30, some even the new 20, when it comes to child bearing and one’s biological clock, its all pretty much a numbers game. And, though more and more, and more, and more women (and men) are waiting until maturity to start a family, experts suggest that women and ... Read On

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Having a baby may seem like a “simple” enough decision to make, but for some, it may not be that simple. In fact, just because YOU are ready, doesn’t necessarily mean your body is ready or willing to cooperate. Infertility is quite common and can strike wives at almost any age. Still, age is a ... Read On

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Getting “a job” can be challenging enough but getting the job “you want’ can be virtually “impossible”, and just as “tricky” as climbing the corporate ladder. And, part of your success can be your image. According to experts what you wear and how you look and present yourself can make a big ... Read On

Filed under LIFamilies Articles » Money & Careers