Wednesday, September 26th, 2012
by Paula Chin
I grew up in L.A., thoroughly Chinese-American—Chinese food, parents and relatives who spoke Cantonese, Chinese-American Christian churches. So it was a big shock when my mom told me and my older brothers that she was half-Mexican. I was 13 years old, and it had never occurred to us that she was anything but 100% Asian. True, she...
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Wednesday, September 26th, 2012
by Christina Tynan-Wood
“Remember when flip phones were cool?” My daughter Ava (13) asked me this morning. I laughed. It wasn’t that long ago when I was devoted to one. But it’s hard to imagine now. The idea made us both giggle.
“Now,” She said. “I have this awesome screen, GPS, streaming music and Netflix. I...
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Tuesday, September 25th, 2012
by Heather Eng
I'm always in the mood for ethnic dishes, so I'm loving the
slow cooker story that we ran in
Family Circle's November issue. It features five delicious-looking recipes from around the world. Check them out below--and get inspired!
Slow Cooker Indonesian Beef: I'm a big fan...
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Tuesday, September 25th, 2012
by Jennifer Moncayo
If you’re hosting a party, a cheese platter is a great way to wow your guests. (Plus, they’ll love the snacks!) Here’s how to create a gorgeous spread in a snap.
Plan on 3 to 5 ounces of cheese per guest and anywhere...
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Tuesday, September 25th, 2012
by Lynya-Floyd
In our November issue,
we spotlight one family’s struggle with Type 1 diabetes. Being diagnosed with a chronic illness, like diabetes, can dramatically shift your life—as well as your family’s—in ways we often hear about. There are the regular glucose checks, the stepped up doctor’s visits and dietary changes that can...
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