June 30, 2007

Play groups not just for kids

By MELISSA NANN BURKE
For Smart

Kimberly Soderberg had a specific vision of the play group she wanted to form: First-time moms, who, like her, were around 30 years old and fairly new to the York area.

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Dealing with cranky people

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CHRISTOPHER GLASS for Smart
A couple of kids show off their 'cranky' faces.

By BETH VRABEL
For Smart


Cranky people. They’re everywhere.

At home, maybe the baby’s teething. For older children, maybe it’s puberty. Your spouse might be cutting back on caffeine. And the daily grind could be getting to co-workers.
They’re unavoidable. And nothing can derail your otherwise-pleasant day faster than a bite from a sourpuss.

Here are some smart tips on how to soothe the irritable — or at least keep them at bay.


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New products take protection beyond sunscreen

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The UV Hawk calculates how long it's safe for you to stay out in the sun.
By CAROLYN POIROT

McClatchy Newspapers

Now more than ever, doctors are warning everyone about risks of getting too much sun. Until now, the best ways to stay protected involved slathering on the SPF 45, keeping your skin covered or avoiding being outside during the hottest parts of the day. While it’s still a good idea to put on plenty of sunscreen and stay out of the heat, here are a few new innovations that will make your time outdoors a little safer.


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Day care business all about family

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Christopher Glass for Smart
Jen Bamberger is surrounded by some of her day-care “family”: Clockwise from top left, Alison Coder, Nicholas Chrismer, Evan Wise, Mark Minnich, Ella Markley, Carley Foehrkolb and Tesia Thomas.

By SUSAN HALLER
For Smart

Kid's First Day Care owner shares why she started her own business, and how she makes work all about family.

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Whip up a homemade facial

By SUSAN HALLER
For Smart

Who says you need to spend a day at the spa to get healthy skin? Here are some quick, simple recipes for face masks that will help condition your skin.

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June 25, 2007

How to do the perfect crunches

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By JENNIFER VOGELSONG
For Smart

Whether you prefer lifting weights, spinning or swimming, nearly everyone attempts a few crunches at some point in a workout.

But are you crunching correctly?

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June 22, 2007

Let your makeup loose this summer

By NICKI LEFEVER
For Smart

Summer's here, and that means boardwalk strolls at the beach and backyard barbecues in sundresses with flip-flops and tousled hair.

The good news is it takes little effort to look sun-kissed and cute for summer's many social functions. Bright days with high humidity don't call for slathered-on makeup.

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June 12, 2007

Vacation nightmares relived

With the scents of shimmering hot asphalt and chlorine hanging in the air, I’ve found myself reminiscing about the summers of my childhood.

From the confines of my cluttered cubicle, I’ve closed my eyes for a few blissful seconds and been transported to that first exhilarating leap into the pool on a steamy day. Or, to the morning of the day we’d leave for a family road trip, when I’d make sure my pillow and books were stowed carefully on my seat of the car.

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