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Perspectives

Talk Dirty to Me: the Good and the Ugly World of Sexting

It’s not even my birthday, But he wanna lick the icing off, I know you want it in the worst way, Can’t wait to blow my candles out…

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Just for Fun

Why I Love the ’60s

Have you ever thought: “I was born at the wrong time…I should’ve been born in ________?” I think this all the time and I think I should have been alive in the ’60s. Here is why I love the ’60s.

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Food

Great Recipe Alert!: Reese’s Stuffed Peanut Butter Chocolate Chip Cookies

If you love Reese’s Peanut Butter Cups, Reese’s and chocolate chip cookies, this recipe is definitely for you. My first thought was, “Why didn’t I think of this!?!” And they taster even better than they look. Warning: you might drool looking at this cookie porn so get your bib handy.

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Feminism

Girl Power: Lessons in Feminism From the Spice Girl Era

“Girl Power!” Did you know? In terms of record sales, Spice Girls are still the best-selling female group of all time? You gotta give it up to Baby, Posh, Scary, Sporty and Ginger. They totally had it going on. Although their message was broadcast to the world from a bubble gum pop princess girl group […]

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Ladyguides

Thank You Notes (Part 1): In Defense of the Thank You Note

Thank you notes are important. They acknowledge thoughtfulness, let someone know you’re thinking of them and most importantly say “Thank You.” In today’s world where being gracious and humble are not values practiced regularly, I am standing up and saying thank you notes are important! Keep reading for my reasons why and tips on writing […]

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Just for Fun

How to Cure Hiccups

Or at least some ideas on how to cure hiccups…

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Style

The Wonderful Wedge

Wedges are totally IN (again). But I say, embrace the wedge! They’re cute, comfortable and easier to walk in than other high heeled alternatives.

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History

Happy Birthday, Girl Scouts!

Happy birthday, Girl Scouts!!! This year marks the 100th anniversary of the foundation of Girl Scouts and today is the big day that Juliette Gordon Low first gathered 18 girls to form the first troop. This, of course, means celebration via Girl Scout cookie eating and a stroll through the history of Girl Scouts. Grab […]

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Food

Brunchylicious Ham, Bacon and Cheddar Strata

This recipe is one of my absolute favorite brunch items. Every time I make it, it makes my house smell amazing and every time I bring it to a brunch, it gets devoured with rave reviews. Warning: graphic and delicious looking photos. Have a snack handy before reading full article.

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Just for Fun

Why Lost is the Best TV Show Ever

Recently I have been re-watching Lost from the beginning. This is unusual for me. I see something once, I like it or I don’t and that’s it. It is extremely unusual for me to re-watch a movie or reread a book. For me, Lost is an exception to every rule, which is probably why I’m currently […]

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Pop Culture

Teacher: Hooker + High School Student = True Love

“Hooker knows his decisions may have cost him his teaching career.” News update! 41-year-old Modesto, CA high school teacher James Hooker resigns from teaching job and leaves family for 18-year-old student Jordan Powers.

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Food

A Tale of Two Cookies

Because what’s better than one cookie? TWO. So this week I’m putting up two of my favorite cookie recipes. One traditional and one vegan. Snickerdoodles and Vegan Oatmeal Cookies.

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Movies

Delightful and Quirky: Bill Cunningham New York

Overall: This documentary is fun, quirky and inspiring. Bill Cunningham New York is a documentary following the fascinating fashion photographer Bill Cunningham. It was released 16 March 2011 – so it’s a little under a year old – and is, in my humble opinion, a must see.

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Style

Hot Right Now: Color Blocking

Color blocking: Creating an outfit by putting blocks of solid colors next to each other. Interesting geometric designs are a major focus of this spring’s color blocking. This can be achieved with the help of clothes, shoes or accessories, which are all coming in color block patterns this season. Color blocking doesn’t have to be bright fluorescent colors, […]

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Feminism

Thoughts From a Young Feminist

Lately I’ve been thinking a lot about my feminist identity and what it means when I proudly declare, “I’m a feminist” in any setting. I do feel like this happens for me pretty regularly. Maybe it is the field of work I’ve chosen or the crowd I run with or the challenges to women today and […]