Monthly Archives: September 2012

A Fun, Easy Way to Find a New Workout

Friday, September 14th, 2012
by Celia Shatzman

A Fun, Easy Way to Find a New Workout Running on a treadmill just isn’t my thing. And New York’s temperamental weather means I can’t always exercise outside. That’s why I’ve become a fitness class addict. But, after a while, the same old Pilates and kickboxing sessions at my gym start to feel routine. Looking for a different way to break a... Read More >

Categories: Health, Travel

Best Granola Bars For You

Thursday, September 13th, 2012
by Megan Bingham

101965433_L_w Are granola bars reallya good-for-you snack? Yes, if you choose carefully. Many options, even those touting health benefits, can come loaded with calories, fat and sugar. Do your homework and examine the nutrition label. Select bars with at least 3 grams of fiber and no more than 8 grams of sugar and... Read More >

Categories: Family Life

Our 5 Best Slow Cooker Apple Recipes

Wednesday, September 12th, 2012
by Irina Gonzalez

slowcookerbreakfastapples One of my absolute favorite things about fall is apples. Yes, apples! Last year I went apple picking for the very first time and I absolutely cannot wait to go back. This year, when I go, I'm planning to get even more apples so I can make some of our favorite slow cooker apple recipes from last year. Between me and Heather,... Read More >

Categories: Family Life, Food & Recipes, Slow Cooker Chronicles

Tips for Saving Money on Fall Travel

Wednesday, September 12th, 2012
by Christina Tynan-Wood

vendue inn My husband and I just got back from a fabulous “mini-break” from the kids, work, pets, and house. We stayed in a luxurious boutique hotel, the Vendue Inn in Charleston, South Carolina, where we enjoyed a suite with a fireplace in the heart of the city. It was one... Read More >

Categories: Family Tech with Christina, Technology, Travel

Q&A: “My Dad’s New Family is Mean to Me”

Wednesday, September 12th, 2012
by Rosalind Wiseman

rosalind_small Teen parenting expert Rosalind Wiseman answers your tough questions. Question: I’m 13 years old and my parents are separated. I spend some weekends at my dad’s house and his new family is mean to me. My dad and his fiancée criticize me for being lazy and overweight. They often say they’re joking, but... Read More >

Categories: Family Life, Parenting Advice by Rosalind Wiseman, Parenting Teens & Tweens