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A Matzo House Adds a Fun and Tasty Treat to a Kids' Seder

Rebecca M Gruber — Thu, 05 Apr 2012 13:11:45 PDT

Bring out the builder in your tots this Passover! Though the holiday teaches us that the Jews had to flee their homes, this fun (and mostly edible) craft will have your lil ones building a new kind of shelter for the holiday. While looking for some holiday activities for kids, I came across Martha Stewart's directions for a Matzo home and knew it would make for a fun afternoon. Not only can children get involved in building and decorating this dwelling, it makes for a great centerpiece during your Seder (just don't get mad when the kids start eating the decorations while waiting for their meal!). See how to make it when you click through!

St. Patrick's Day Crafts For Kids That Are as Good as (a Pot of) Gold

LilSugar — Fri, 16 Mar 2012 09:31:04 PDT

With St. Patrick's Day falling on a Saturday this year, it's the perfect time to get crafty with your kids. Whether you're making your own pot of gold, shamrock sippers, or four-leaf clover cards, you're sure to feel the luck of the Irish!

Luck o' the Irish: 15 St. Patrick's Day Wardrobe Finds For Your Lil Ones!

LilSugar — Wed, 14 Mar 2012 13:21:27 PDT

Whether you're actually Irish or just getting into the spirit of St. Patty's Day, celebrate with your little leprechauns by dressing them in green on March 17. We've found 15 adorable ensembles worthy of a pot of gold.

Jet-Set Family: 10 Apps For Families Going on Spring Break

Rebecca M Gruber — Fri, 09 Mar 2012 15:04:19 PST

Hit the road without hitting rock bottom! Spring break is prime time for travel – be it for a trip to grandma's house or on a vacation – but getting there isn't always half the fun. Eliminate mad dashes through the airport in search of a toilet and road trip boredom with a few apps designed to make the air, roads, and rails just a wee bit friendlier!

Tori Spelling Asks How Moms Squeeze in the Exercise

Tori Spelling — Tue, 14 Feb 2012 08:36:55 PST

We're excited to bring you a new post from mother and actress Tori Spelling! Every other week, we're bringing you the best parenting and lifestyle advice from ediTORIal by Tori Spelling, which is Tori's daily blog about everything from food and fashion to parenting and relationships. This week, Tori shares her thoughts on motherhood and exercise.

Last weekend, Liam had some observations about my footwear:

"Mama, what the heck are you wearing on your feet? Those are tennis shoes. I've never seen you wear those. You only wear regular shoes."

He's correct. The harsh realization that my 4-year-old is inadvertently pointing out that I haven't worked out in years. Oh well, ya gotta start someplace.

How do you busy mamas squeeze workouts into your crazy schedules?

More great articles from Tori Spelling:
Valentine's Day Creative Kids Crafts
Eco-Chic: My New Vintage Wood Floors
Home Sweet Hollywood Recap: The Season Finale
Palm Springs PicTORIal Part 1

A Year of Holiday Weddings

Tara Block — Wed, 04 Jan 2012 09:50:00 PST

We've seen some incredibly beautiful seasonal weddings lately, from big days inspired by Thanksgiving to Christmas to New Year's Eve. It never ceases to amaze us how creative the planning teams behind real weddings and inspiration shoots use holidays to add a personal and sentimental touch to the big-day setup. If you're saying your "I dos" on a holiday take a cue from these weddings, which incorporate touches without losing their "wedding" quality. From Halloween to St. Patrick's Day, see some of our favorite holiday-inspired weddings.

8 Love Resolutions We Can Actually Keep

Lizzie Fuhr — Tue, 03 Jan 2012 08:01:50 PST

The new year inspires a sense of renewal in everyone; with this fresh start comes the notorious concept of New Year's resolutions. While I'm all for putting pen to paper to map out your goals for the year, half the time we feel more guilty about not keeping our resolutions than we feel inspired during the process of writing them down. With that said, setting goals in your love life that are attainable can bring a lot to your outlook on relationships. Whether you're single or seeing someone, here are eight loving resolutions that can actually stick for 2012.

If you're in a relationship. . .

Practice random acts of relationship kindness. Sometimes we can get so wrapped up in our work obligations and other distractions that we forget about the people who love us the most. No need to make a big deal about these things to your partner. Simply go out and buy their favorite candy, cook up their most loved meal, or put on a little something sexy just because.
Make a point for quality time. If you're living together, coexisting in the same space can feel safe and secure, but be sure to also try to get out and do some activities together that can enjoy together. Go for a long hike. Check out some local film festivals. Take a cooking class. Planning these special activities together will strengthen your relationship and show your partner that you care.
Update your family and friends on the good stuff too. We all have a tendency to call the people who love us to vent about our relationships and what's going wrong. Make a point to tell your support network about the positive things going on in your relationship also. It will make things easier for you and your partner in the long run when you spend time with your crew. And I know there's nothing that makes my family happier than when I tell them how sweet and good things are going.
Do more double dates. If you and your beau feel like you're spending all your time together, it's probably because you are. Mix things up by socializing with other couples or going out with a big crew. Bringing others into the equation should only make you cherish your relationship more.

If you're single. . .

Stop getting hung up on a bad prospect. Don't waste too much time on someone just because they look good on paper. When you feel it you know. Just because someone is nice or handsome doesn't mean that they're necessarily the right match for you. I'm all about giving everyone a shot. But if you go on a date and you're not into it, the next time he calls, put on your big girl pants and say you're just not interested.
Rethink your dealbreakers. If I had a penny for every time I heard a girl talk about the six-foot rule, I would be a very rich lady. Yes, tall is nice, but there are so many other things that you need to consider in order to build a lasting relationship. Instead of focusing on how he looks, how much money he makes, etc., focus on how he makes you feel and how he treats other people. This is way more telling of how a guy will act in a relationship than how much dough he has in his bank account.
Be cool with where you are. Above all else, if you have any single dating resolution for 2012, I urge you to be comfortable and confident with where you are at. Fixating on lack will only bring more lack to your dating life. Recognizing that you're exactly where you need to be will only make you more confident, secure, and therefore sexy to a potential suitor. And all those people who say, "It happens when you least expect it." They're not lying.
Challenge yourself and try something new. If you feel like you're in a dating rut, stop complaining and put yourself out there. Maybe you've shied away from getting set up on a blind date or the concept of online dating in general, but a new year means a new you. Trying new things with an open mind can only help your dating life.

Are you setting any resolutions this year? Share them in the comments below!

Did You Receive a Midnight Kiss?

Anna Monette Roberts — Sun, 01 Jan 2012 04:00:00 PST

New Year's Eve is about good company, a little bubbly, and the highly anticipated countdown. While the midnight kiss is a NYE tradition, it shouldn't make or break the evening. Some might hunt down a man for a midnight kiss. While for others, the kiss is just a spontaneous happenstance. If you snagged a kiss last night, how did it happen? Did your guy friend finally confess his feelings or did a love interest make a move? Did you have a steamy, passionate kiss with a stranger? Did the lover in your life sweep you off your feet when the ball dropped?

Savory Sight: Eggnog Waffles

Yum Community — Sun, 01 Jan 2012 03:52:42 PST

Even if you don't have leftover eggnog from the holidays, this recipe from PrettyGirlsCook makes us want to run down to the store and buy some for waffles! Hangover cure, anybody?

Eggnog waffles are perfect to make with any leftover eggnog.

For the recipe, visit her blog, and share your delicious recipes and photos in our Savory Sights community group.

In Which Celebrity Hot Spot Would You Most Love to Ring In 2012?

Molly Goodson — Sat, 31 Dec 2011 08:43:53 PST

It's New Year's Eve! In just a few short hours the world will be ringing in 2012, which kicks off 12 more months of crazy stories, exciting new couples, growing families, and memorable pictures of our favorite stars. We've loved sharing another year with all of you. We hope you have an awesome New Year's Eve wherever you are, whether you're kissing a longtime love at midnight or saying cheers with friends. Celebrities are scattered around the globe for their own parties, concerts, intimate gatherings, and family-filled soirees - but which of these luxurious locales would be your dream NYE spot?