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Meet a local style star who loves Mozart, winter fashion, Red Wing boots, and is up for a documentary about anything—even water irrigation in Southeat Asia

Ransom Goods: Summer Clutter? Hold it Hostage!

Are your children leaving behind a trail of toys? Try a ransom box, but I'll tell you how to do it so it actually works...

Consignment Find of the Year

Think secondhand is (sigh) old news? Think again, then check out the sleek and shapely Eames rocking chair I found in Mt. P

Summertime Goods: Make a List

Keep track of your family's summertime fun—and goals—with a big super-cool list

Dating Dealbreakers: Part 1

I asked more than 50 unmarried locals to dish on their biggest romantic turn-offs. Gentlemen, here’s what the girls had to say.

Surfing the Pages: Bookshelf Bio Hangs Ten

Summer's bearing down, surf's beefin up. Time to catch the reading wave with surf sensation Kai Dilling

Does What You Say and Do Carry Influence?

Some women are geniuses at communicating for maximum impact. How successful you are at this depends in large measure on using the right tactics...

Turnips, Parents, & the March of Time

Reflections on a recent visit from my parents, Hen and Herb. Delicious turnip and onion soup included

Fashion Star Euphoria

A spur of the moment jetset (and invite from Sarah Parrott) landed CFW Model Liaison Joe Quinn in NYC Tuesday night, there to watch NBC's Fashion Star with the Fashion Stars themselves

Breakup Makeup Part 2

Personal relationships aren't the only breakups we're faced with. Here's some quick tips for rejuvenating your mind, body, and skin after loss

The Great White Jean Debate

Ever since seeing Gwyneth in her "perfect running errands" outfit, I have been convinced I need a pair of white jeans. Well, really, I would like her whole outfit, but lets start with the jeans...

Breakup Makeup Plan, Part I

Crying a river over the end of a relationship can wreak havoc on your skin—here, follow these no-fail secrets for facing the world again

Bird by Bird Poop

The hazards of idolatry become apparent when a writer fumbles for words when interviewing one of her favorite writers

Feisty Fried Shrimp & Grits Pockets

Who said Shrimp & Grits have to come on a plate with a spoon and fork on the side? Try these bite-sized tart pocket wonders out for size and flavor.

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