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How to Find Balance

Jen Jacobs — Mon, 14 Jan 2013 14:31:57 +0000

Work, kids, spouses, activities – it’s hard to find some sort of work and life balance, but here are a few ways to help you out. Write it All Down Whether that means buying a planner, a digital assistant or writing an old fashioned to do list, make a comprehensive list of everything you need [...]

How to Write an Online Dating Profile

Jen Jacobs — Fri, 11 Jan 2013 14:26:08 +0000

I told you in an earlier Junk Drawer about how to find love in the new year and in it, I touched on online dating. I had someone send me a very nice email about it, but they wanted to know how to write an online dating profile, so here goes.

How to Drop Five Pounds Quickly

Jen Jacobs — Thu, 10 Jan 2013 14:30:18 +0000

Of course, watching what you eat in combination with these tips will also help, but these are small things to do to jumpstart your weight loss. Not every diet technique will work for everyone, but researchers from the Fred Hutchinson Cancer Research Center watched over 100 overweight female volunteers for a whole year as they [...]

How to Write a Thank You Note

Jen Jacobs — Wed, 09 Jan 2013 14:25:57 +0000

Now that all of the Christmas gifts have been opened, the wrapping paper recycled and placed neatly in the ribbon drawer, you should say thank you for what you’ve received. Here’s how to write a proper thank you note, even if it is for something that you don’t like. Don’t Wait If you haven’t written [...]

How to Find Love in 2013

Jen Jacobs — Mon, 07 Jan 2013 14:17:15 +0000

If your New Year’s resolution is to get over your ex and find love, here are a few ideas to help you find someone in time for Valentine’s Day. Know What You Want First, know what you want. That way, when your date asks you, you’ll you know how to answer the question, “What are [...]

How to Get Rid of your Cold

Jen Jacobs — Wed, 02 Jan 2013 14:27:43 +0000

I got sick over Christmas and Glen got sick a couple days later. Everyone around the building has been sick and it seems like everyone we talk to had, has it, or it’s going around their house. Here are a few ways to feel better sooner. Sometimes you have something more than just a cold, [...]

How to Make a Resolution and Stick to It

Jen Jacobs — Fri, 28 Dec 2012 14:21:58 +0000

You may have some free time to ponder your New Year’s resolutions this weekend, so while you’re thinking deep thoughts about ways to improve your life in 2013, here are some ways to make that new way of life stick. One thing that you can do is be specific. Instead of just saying you want [...]

How to Save More Money in 2013

Jen Jacobs — Thu, 27 Dec 2012 14:16:24 +0000

I have never really made New Year's resolutions because I always felt like you can make a new start any day of the year, but 2013 is going to be different. In addition to keeping my handbag clean, I also want to save money, so here are a few ways to save some money without having to give up little extras.

Cleaning Out: What to Keep and What to Toss

Jen Jacobs — Wed, 26 Dec 2012 14:29:41 +0000

I tend not to make New Year’s resolutions, but after trying to find some things relatively quickly recently, I decided I needed to keep a cleaner purse. So, here’s New Year’s resolution number one and some tips and tricks for you to keep your wallet or your purse a little bit cleaner in 2013 and [...]

How to Treat Holiday Stains

Jen Jacobs — Mon, 24 Dec 2012 14:36:14 +0000

While you’re eating Christmas dinner, frosting those cookies or getting up those last minute decorations, you’re bound to spill. It happens. Here are a few common stains you may run into these next couple of days and how to get rid of them. Deal with the stain as soon as it happens or as soon [...]

How to Remain Calm Over the Holidays

Jen Jacobs — Wed, 19 Dec 2012 14:27:06 +0000

Christmas can be a very stressful time of the year. Stress can lead to a weakened immune system, which can lead to you getting sick which is no fun. So, here are a few ways to keep calm and enjoy your Christmastime. Are you traveling for Christmas? I traveled over New Year’s a few years [...]

How to Find "Me Time" This Christmas

Jen Jacobs — Tue, 18 Dec 2012 14:30:33 +0000

You’re doing group shopping outings, cleaning, spending time with family and friends, wrapping presents and cooking for everyone but yourself. Here’s how to spend some quality time alone over the holidays. Group shopping outings or shopping and lunch with your sisters or best friends is always a good time, but schedule some shopping time with [...]

How to Help Your Kids Deal With Tragedy

Jen Jacobs — Mon, 17 Dec 2012 14:37:40 +0000

Parent or not, it's impossible to not be saddened by what happened in Connecticut on Friday. As your children go to school today, they may have questions or fears about returning to school. If you aren't sure what to say, here are what some parenting experts and child psychologists are suggesting to help your kids through this.

How to Survive Christmas With Your In-Laws

Jen Jacobs — Wed, 12 Dec 2012 14:29:47 +0000

Christmas and the holidays are a time to be with family. Here’s a quick survival guide if you’re spending it with the in-laws. Some families are nuttier than a fruitcake. Others are pretty normal. If you’re spending any amount of time with your in-laws this holiday season, whether it’s for the first time or for [...]

Why You Shouldn't Turn Down a Second Date

Jen Jacobs — Tue, 11 Dec 2012 14:30:49 +0000

The holidays can be a really romantic time of the year. If you went on a first date with someone and you aren’t sure if you should go on a second date, here are a few reasons why you should call them back. Maybe the first date didn’t go that well. It could have been [...]

How to Gracefully Receive a Gift You Hate

Jen Jacobs — Mon, 10 Dec 2012 14:25:05 +0000

Whether it’s ugly, in poor taste or just “not your style”, here are a few ways to gracefully accept a gift you hate. You know the scene: A beautifully wrapped package with YOUR name on it! The giver hands it to you with a big smile on their face, so proud of what they picked [...]

How to Avoid Holiday Money Mistakes

Jen Jacobs — Tue, 04 Dec 2012 14:21:54 +0000

This can be a very expensive time of the year and if you’re not careful, it’s easy to overspend. Here are a few ways to avoid making money mistakes and hopefully how to start 2013 off on the right foot. It’s so easy to overspend. Especially on little kids. The clothes are so cute. The [...]

How to Beat the Holiday Blues

Jen Jacobs — Fri, 30 Nov 2012 14:19:42 +0000

It’s the most wonderful time of the year, for most of us, but for some, that’s not true. Some people get depressed around this time of the year. If you’re one of them, here are a few ways to beat the holiday blues. Maybe it’s suffering the loss of a loved one, a painful breakup, [...]

Easy Party Tips

Jen Jacobs — Wed, 28 Nov 2012 14:23:36 +0000

There are four weekends between now and Christmas and ’tis the season to party it up. Here are a few tips to throw a fun party that’s going to be easy for you, fun for your guests and memorable for everyone. When it comes to beverages, you don’t want to stand and be the bartender [...]

Shopping Tips for Cyber Monday

Jen Jacobs — Mon, 26 Nov 2012 14:25:13 +0000

Today is what is known in the retail world as Cyber Monday, where shoppers flock to the Internet to score deals that aren’t offered in store. Here are a few ways to survive the day with your credit and identity in tact. We are inundated with ads every day, especially at this time of the [...]