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Grandma Lucchese’s Biscotti Christmas Cookies

December 2, 2012

My grandma Catherine Lucchese loved Christmas. It was just another excuse for her to bake, bake, bake! Here is her biscotti recipe that she would bake at Christmastime. I hope it warms your heart the way it did mine! 5 cups flour (sifted) 3 teaspoons baking powder (sifted) 1 1/2 cups sugar 1/4 teaspoon oil of […]

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Low On Cash This Christmas? Have a Panty Party!

December 1, 2012

Do you and your crew enjoy exchanging Christmas presents? But, are you low on cash? With this crappy economy, everyone seems to need just a little bit more money. Here’s a way to exchange presents with your pals and have a great girls night in! Have a panty party! Put your names and sizes in […]

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Winter Style Inspiration: Elizabeth Taylor

November 26, 2012

Elizabeth Taylor seemed to love two things: fur and diamonds. In honor of the Lifetime movie “Liz and Dick,” and winter, Emme decided to award Elizabeth Taylor our winter style inspiration. She never had a shortage of glamorous winter attire: hats, furs, and gloves. Winter Style Inspiration… Elizabeth Taylor

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Give Thanks This Thanksgiving

November 18, 2012

At your Thanksgiving dinner, go around and say what you are thankful for. You can even go around the table and say why you are grateful for each person. If small children are at the dinner table, have them write what they are thankful for on a ripped piece of paper. Then, have them make […]

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Make Your Thanksgiving Dinner Fabulous: Tips and Tricks for a Great Night!

November 17, 2012

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Chicagoland Turkey Trots

November 13, 2012

Long Grove Turkey Trot 5k & 8k Run/Walk & Kids Dash Long Grove, IL Nov. 22, 2012 Chicago Turkey Trot Chicago, IL Nov. 22, 2012 Dan Gibbons Turkey Trot Elmhurst, IL Nov. 22, 2012 Edison Park Turkey Trot Chicago, IL Nov. 22, 2012 Schaumburg Half Marathon & 5k Run/ Walk Schaumburg, IL Nov. 24, 2012 […]

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Karen Tomko and Laura Heine Publish a Christmas Cautionary Tale for Kids: “Rodney The Repo Reindeer.”

November 8, 2012

All December you’ve told your kids to behave or else Santa won’t bring them presents. But, what happens on December 26? Emme chatted with author Karen Tomko about her children’s book, Rodney the Repo Reindeer. Emme: Why did you decide to write a children’s book? Karen Tomko: We came up with this idea because I […]

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Mitt Romney’s Meatloaf Cakes

November 4, 2012

**VOTE FOR MITT NOVEMBER 6!** Mitt Romney loves anything containing peanut butter and is especially fond of peanut butter and honey sandwiches, but the GOP nominee has a soft spot for the meal his wife cooks to celebrate his birthday. These diminutive cakes are both darling and delicious. Ann Romney’s recipe calls for a healthy […]

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Celebrity Hair Stylist Julius Michael Chats with Emme About His New Hair Line with Kathy Wakile, Hair Trends for Winter, and How He Built a Celebrity Clientele

November 4, 2012

If you’ve seen Kathy Wakile’s gorgeous color and locks, you have to thank hair stylist Julius Michael. He is Kathy Wakile’s hairstylist among other celebrities. In this interview, Michael chats with Emme about hair trends, becoming an entrepreneur, and how he acquired many celebrity clientele. When did you become interested in styling hair? It started when I […]

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Philadelphia Woman Survives Hurricane Sandy and How You Can Help

November 4, 2012

Emme: What did you purchase to prepare for the storm? We stocked up on water. I bought two extra cases of water. I also filled up on pitchers of water for my refrigerator. I went to the bank because we knew the ATM’s were going to be shut down. We filled both of our cars with gas. […]

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