Winter Hair Care Tips and Trends

December 12, 2012
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Winter tends to be the time of year where hair becomes dry, dull and lifeless. Stylist Carmella gives your tips on how to make your hair fabulous this time of year! Let’s make it flawless for all those Christmas parties, too! Products: “Our salon uses all Redken products,” Carmella said. “What Redken has done is […]

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Are Little Kids Running Around Your House During The Holidays?

December 11, 2012
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Do you have a brigade of little kids coming to your house for the holidays?  Keep them occupied with these Christmas crafts that your little cousins will love! Salt Dough Ornaments 2 cups plus a pinch of flour 1 cup salt 3/4 cups warm water Holiday cookie cutters Drinking Straw Baking Spray Paints, glue and glitter […]

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Grandma Antoinette’s Christmas Baby Carrots

December 10, 2012
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My Grandma Antoinette loves Christmastime.  Being the youngest of 10 siblings, it was the one time of year she was really able to connect with her massive family. Growing up, my Grandma always reminded me to eat my carrots because they’re good for my eyes.  That’s why carrots are one of her favorite dishes to […]

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Christmas Day Brunch Cocktails

December 9, 2012
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Peach Bellini  1/2 fresh peach, skinned 1/2 oz. creme de peche a dash of peach bitters (optional) champagne, to top up peach ball, to garnish Puree the peach in a blender and pour into a champagne flute.  Pour in the creme de peche and the beach bitters, if using, then gently top with champagne, stirring […]

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Concetta’s Corner: Curl Up With These Holiday Reads

December 8, 2012
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Fifth grade teacher Concetta knows a thing or two about books:  she teaches literature!  Here are her picks for books that give you that warm, fuzzy feeling for the holidays: There is something about the holiday season that makes me want to read love stories. Although, I am usually not the “romantic” book type, come […]

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‘Tis the Season to Look and Feel Merry: Emme’s Holiday Beauty Trends

December 7, 2012
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Want to look fab at your next Christmas party?  Stylist Carmella gave emme the hottest looks this holiday season.  ‘Tis the season to look and feel merry! EYES Carmella said:  “I have been doing a lot of smokey eyes (not necessarily black, just deeper colors) and a nude glossy lip.”   CAT EYES Carmella says: […]

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Peppermint Mocha Lattes are Emme Readers’ Favorite Holiday Drink: Bring Starbucks To Your Home!

December 6, 2012
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Homemade Peppermint Mocha Ingredients: 1 cup milk, steamed 1 cup very strong coffee 1 tablespoon cocoa powder 2 tablespoons of sugar 2-3 tablespoons peppermint syrup Whipped cream (optional) Chocolate Syrup (optional) Crushed Peppermints (optional) Directions: Prepare your hot water in a kettle. Add four tablespoons of your favorite coffee grounds to your French Press. Pour […]

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Emme’s Ultimate Christmas Playlist

December 5, 2012
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  1.  “Merry Christmas, Happy Holidays” *N Sync   2.  “Santa Baby” Glee   3.  “O Holy Night” Carrie Underwood   4.  “Joy to the World” Mariah Carey   5.  “Santa Clause is Coming to Town” Frank Sinatra   6.  “Baby It’s Cold Outside” Dean Martin   7.  “Little Drummer Boy” Josh Groban   8. […]

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Walking in a Chicago Wonderland: Holiday Activities Around Chicago

December 4, 2012
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Ice Skating Downtown Every romantic love story begins or ends at an ice rink during Christmastime. Chicago’s ice skating rink is located at the intersection of Michigan Avenue and Washington Street at the McCormick Tribune Ice Rink in Millennium Park. Skate rental is available for $10.00, but it is free to skate. If you have […]

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Your Favorite Christmas Movie: Dr. Hughes Analyzes Your Personality!

December 3, 2012
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Disclaimer: The information presented in this website and the comments from Dr. Hughes are not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease or psychological disorder. The information presented is not a substitute for medical, psychological or psychiatric treatment. You are advised to seek professional medical and psychological help as necessary. What’s your favorite Christmas movie? […]

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