This Fall, I celebrated my first anniversary of returning to “working mom” after becoming a first-time mother. Ironically, in the same month, I started a new job. In retrospect, it’s not a coincidence. They say the first year is the hardest for significant life changes. It’s a period of unknowns, new obstacles, and inevitable mistakes […]
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LOS ANGELES (AP) — If it seems like the Emmys just happened, you’re not wrong. The 76th Annual Emmy Awards are Sunday, roughly nine months after the last celebration of the best television. Last year’s Hollywood strikes delayed the show’s 75th edition until January, when “Succession” and “The Bear” dominated the show. “The Bear” will factor heavily in this weekend’s show,
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As a mom, I love keeping things fun and fresh for the family, especially when it comes to treats like Hawaiian shaved ice. And while store-bought syrups are convenient, sometimes I like to go the extra mile and make my own fruit syrups at home—especially when I want something organic and free from artificial ingredients.
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In a candid interview on the Call Her Daddy podcast, pop star Katy Perry delved into the details of her relationship with actor Orlando Bloom, including their brief breakup in 2017. The pair, who first met at the Golden Globe Awards in 2016, have since weathered ups and downs that eventually led them to their
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As a mom of three and a financial advisor, I’ve seen firsthand how essential it is to teach kids about budgeting, saving, and financial responsibility. Equally important is educating them on what not to do, and here’s a prime example: a dangerous trend is circulating on social media, encouraging people to exploit a supposed “bank
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The highly anticipated Minecraft Movie has just unveiled its debut trailer, offering fans the first glimpse into the live-action adaptation of one of the world’s most beloved video games. Directed by Napoleon Dynamite and Nacho Libre filmmaker Jared Hess, the film is set to bring the pixelated, block-filled world of Minecraft to life on the
I love watching the Olympic Games. Held as a global celebration of athletic excellence, the Olympics promote unity, sportsmanship, and national pride. They showcase the highest levels of human performance and inspire people worldwide. This year, my husband and I had the chance to attend the Olympics and watch in person in Paris. While on
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Misogyny in healthcare is a real problem. But it doesn’t stop there. A new mother contacted me in my office a few days ago. I spoke with this pleasant young woman in person for nearly a half hour, far beyond the free 10 minute consults I usually do. Here’s why: Women’s pain and suffering is
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My grandfather, Arthur Vallee, creator of Rainbow Rabbit, lived quite a life. Disney animator. Check. Actor in Hollywood. Check. Professional songwriter for a television series. Check. Successful automobile dealer for over 50 years. Check. Married to my grandmother for 63 years. Check. What could be my grandfather’s greatest accomplishment of all, however, is his wonderful
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What is a Wabi-Sabi Body? If you choose to scroll through Instagram (#workout), you will be bombarded with “perfect” physiques, six-pack ab challenges, impossible-looking exercises, and you may end up feeling less motivated and more self-critical. Last week I was zooming with a new personal training client, and when I asked her to tell me
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