Long Island Articles Index

Do you ever feel like you fall short of getting what you want or meeting your goals? You are not alone. We all do. And, while much of it may be in our own hands, such as shedding some extra pounds (via diet and exercise), keeping our home neat, clean, and organized, saving money, etc., much of it ... Read On

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My friends have been busy tending to their gardens, firing up their grills, and getting the pool ready for their kids. But, while sunning and funning with the family is a familiar activity we are all eagerly looking forward to, it can also be “dangerous” for the little ones. With that said, experts ... Read On

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Do you ever feel like you fall short of getting what you want or meeting your goals? You are not alone. We all do. And, while much of it may be in our own hands, such as shedding some extra pounds (via diet and exercise), keeping our home neat, clean, and organized, saving money, etc., much of it ... Read On

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With gas prices escalating and escalating, many people may be considering trading in their 8-cylinder Escalade for something smaller, more cost-effective and fuel-efficient. In fact, it seems like the trend is bending toward public transportation and used cars. But, when it comes to pre-owned ... Read On

Filed under LIFamilies Articles » Technology

Not every woman goes through it, but most, at some point do, and some experience it more “severely” than others. Where talking about morning sickness, which, by the way, can strike at ANY time during the day, limiting what mom can eat, tolerate or how much she can do. But, according to experts, ... Read On

Filed under LIFamilies Articles » Pregnancy

If you’re a true New Yorker and or native Long Islander you can fondly (though perhaps vaguely) remember how much “fun” it was to cruise up and down Francis Lewi Boulevard, 86th Street, The Avenue, Bell Boulevard, The Pike or along 231. But, now that you and your tastes have matured cruising ... Read On

Filed under LIFamilies Articles » Travel & Leisure

The rising gas prices are not only affecting travel and recreation, it is also taking a toll on local leisure such as what we are shopping for and our dining habits. And, both retailers and restaurants are feeling the repercussions. In fact, so much so that some are making significant ... Read On

Filed under LIFamilies Articles » Money & Careers

There’s no better time to go green than in the warm, balmy days of spring and summer. And, what better place to start going “green” than with your lawn? Organic lawn care is a system of maintaining your lawn using a series of strategies that work with the natural environment to foster and ... Read On

Filed under LIFamilies Articles » Home & Lifestyle

Cut out swim suits, (I suppose thanks to “Fools Gold”), are all the rage this summer, but unless your built like Alexis Dziena (Gemma Honeycutt), and can boast a rock-solid, cellulite-free body, doing one justice may be quite the challenge. And, when it comes to cellulite, according to experts, ... Read On

Filed under LIFamilies Articles » Health, Fitness & Beauty

We’ve all heard about the many benefits of owning a pet. And, other than a few “messes” prior to training, achieving “maturity”, or struggling with leaving the “little ones” home alone while your away, out, or at work, there didn’t sent to be any downsides. In fact,s imply petting a pup (or full ... Read On

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My best friend recently confided in me that she had to have “The Talk” with both her daughters when her 10 year old, pretty much out of nowhere, asked her when she’d be getting breasts and then asked about sex. I can remember when my girlfriend was pregnant with her first and in fact took a ... Read On

Filed under LIFamilies Articles » Family Life & Parenting

There’s things we’ve always wanted to do, and places we’ve always wanted to see, but when it comes to actually following through, it just may seem a bit too “risky”. Let’s face it, we’ve all heard the rumors, especially about our “favourite” far-away places. But just how much of hearsay is true. ... Read On

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