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Food shopping is a challenge for most men

by Gabrielle on February 26, 2010

According to a recent study, while an impressive 71% of men are now doing at least some of the grocery shopping, they’re not necessarily getting better at it. For instance, if they can’t find a certain item, they generally won’t look for substitutes. They tend to get overwhelmed when faced with a lot of choices. And they’re about as likely to ask for help finding products as they are to ask for directions. To make it easier for your mate, hand him a grocery list with lots of details—such as the size, brand and flavor you want, and even where the items are in the store. And be sure to include alternatives in case the product you want isn’t on the shelf.

[photo: Ollie Crafoord]

Enjoy free IHOP pancakes on February 23

by Gabrielle on February 19, 2010

Heads up, pancakes lovers: On Tuesday, February 23, IHOP restaurants are offering customers a complimentary stack to help celebrate Pancake Day—an annual holiday that began hundreds of years ago as a way to use up milk and eggs before fasting for Lent. Simply show up between 7 am and 10 am and you’ll be treated to three yummy buttermilk biscuits in return for a donation of any amount to support local children’s hospitals. [more…]

What to expect in the year of the Tiger

by Gabrielle on February 14, 2010

On February 14, revelers around the globe will celebrate the Chinese New Year, which ushers in the year of the Tiger, one of the 12 animals that represent the Chinese zodiac. And, according to ancient tradition, this means we’re in store for a year that sees continued economic recovery, but will also usher in unexpected changes. Keep your eyes open—you’re also likely to get the chance to jump on a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity this year!

[photo: ahisgett]

Encourage out-of-town friends to visit

by Gabrielle on February 12, 2010

Pleasevisitme.com not only sends your friend an invitation on your behalf, it also sends a list of the least expensive flights to you. Simply type in both your and your friend’s name, email addresses and closest airports and the website does the rest.

[photo: John Beagle]

Serenade someone with a free birthday song

by Gabrielle on February 9, 2010

At birthdaydialer.com, you can send a serenade of Happy Birthday or eight other birthday-themed songs to someone’s phone at no cost. Simply enter the song recipient’s phone number (no numbers are ever stored) and in moments their phone will ring. When they pick up, they’ll hear your special birthday tune!

[photo: Hassan & Mariko]

1 in 5 believe they affect the Super Bowl

by Gabrielle on February 5, 2010

A recent Associated Press-Ipsos poll shows that one in five of us believe we have the power to affect the outcome of the Super Bowl! How? By doing things that bring our favorite team good luck—such as wearing a certain hat or jersey—or  by avoiding things that can jinx the team we’re rooting for—like wearing the opposing team’s colors.

[photo: Beau B]

Send free video messages instantly

by Gabrielle on January 15, 2010

Sure, it’s great to have a webcam. But, what if no one’s around to talk to on Skype or pals don’t have webcams to video chat with you? Turn to sendshots.com, a free website that [more…]

Boost your gift card’s value by 50%

by Gabrielle on January 5, 2010

How? Simply use it in January. Thanks to deeply discounted sales at stores that need to make room for spring merchandise, your gift card can have 25% to 50% more buying power than at any other time of year, according to research at the Purdue Retail Institute at Purdue University. That means a $100 gift card can get you about $150 worth of merchandise!

[photo: Marc from Borft]

How long can you eat leftovers?

by Gabrielle on January 1, 2010

Have food leftover from past meals? You can avoid wasting dishes that are still edible and eating those that have turned into biohazards by heading to stilltasty.com. There you’ll find out how long you can safely store chicken casserole, egg salad, soup and other leftovers in the refrigerator and freezer.

[photo: Sarah G...]

Sidestep this common party pitfall

by Gabrielle on December 18, 2009

Going to an event where you need to make the best impression—like an office party, networking event or high school reunion—and the music is blaring? Then keep in mind this recent discovery from behavioral [more…]

4 ways to always look fabulous in photos

by Gabrielle on December 17, 2009

Wish you looked thinner, taller or more radiant in pictures? No problem, says photographer Kelly Jensen of the photography advice website photojojo.com. Here are her fail-proof tricks to…
* Look 10 pounds slimmer: Use the “red carpet pose”—point [more…]