Shoes and Other Fun
Footwear and the Midterm Elections
Sometimes, I know I like something, but I don’t know why. I could be enjoying a cabernet sauvignon, for example, and then someone with a better palate than mine says, “This is so deep and rich. So many tannins. Do you taste the chocolate?” And bingo! It all becomes clear. And so it is... »
What the Safe Cosmetics Act Means for Women of a Certain Age
Last week a new video, “The Story of Cosmetics,” was released in an effort to raise awareness about the chemicals cosmetics companies use in products. The video was co-produced by The Story of Stuff Project, the Campaign for Safe Cosmetics and Free Range Studios. The video is timed to correspond with the introduction of... »
It’s an honor just being nominated
“It’s an honor just being nominated.” That’s what the celebrities always say as they walk the red carpet. Well, guess what? It’s a thrill being named a finalist in the 2010 BlogHer Voices of the Year Awards for our post about the red carpet: “FTC Regulates the Red Carpet.” On August 6, BlogHer and social media... »
Gender Equality Gets a Much Needed Lift
A few months ago Sara Blakely, the genius behind Spanx®, introduced a compression undershirt for men and now the male shapewear category is taking off. This is big news for gender equality. Men can buy the Abs Thermal Tank with a band of rubberflex to hold in their gut or the Extreme Collection Enhancer... »
Top 100 Websites for Women
ForbesWoman published its list of “Top 100 Websites for Women.” Yes, we made the list. So did 99 other great resources. Check them out here. »
Summer 2010 Movie Guide UPDATED
Here’s the Hello Ladies guide to this summer’s most anticipated movies. From the previews, it is unlikely that many of them will pass the simple Bechdel Test. The Bechdel test has just three criteria. Does the movie: Have at least two women in it Who talk to each other About something besides a man? “Hot Tub... »
Drop Dead Diva Returns Sunday
I often hear about women who lost significant amounts of weight that they still feel like the fat girl stuck in a skinny body. Even though they suddenly fit into a whole new set of clothes, their head still plays the same old damaging loop of negative thoughts and images. I have the opposite... »
Have a great weekend
We are starting the weekend early. We’ll be back next week with some exciting giveaways for our loyal readers, so be sure to stop by. Have a great Saturday and Sunday. »
What I Want for Mother’s Day
In case anyone is wondering, here’s what I would like for Mother’s Day: - A pair of Christian Louboutin Simple 85 Pumps in Magenta - A pitchfork for my garden - Equal pay for women - Paid sick time for working mothers and fathers - Better maternity leave policies - Choice - Quality maternal... »
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