Cosmopolitan articles from July 2003

Cosmopolitan archives from July 2003

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July 1, 2003... cosmo's cover model search In April, we featured 25 beautiful semifinalists in our cover model contest and asked you to choose your fave. Well, we've tallied your votes, and only four lucky finalists remain. Check out who made the cut on...

Dynamic Drew. (The Cosmo Cover Look).
July 1, 2003... COVER-STAR STATS Name: Drew Barrymore Age: 28 Hometown: Los Angeles Current home: Los Angeles Locks with artistic license: "I love trying different hair colors. A good colorist is like an oil painter--you have to get the...

Cosmo's cover model quest, part two. (From The Editor).
July 1, 2003... * In this issue, you'll find the exciting final stage of Cosmo's Cover Model Search. Tons of you (more than 66,000!) logged on to our Web site and voted for your favorite after seeing the 25 semifinalists in our April issue. From those votes,...

This month's fun fearless females: the reasons these Cosmo readers live up to the title. (From The Editor).
July 1, 2003... Jasika Nicole Pruitt, 23 Actor, New York City Fearless factor: I moved here in February from Birmingham, Alabama. Folks back home said I was nuts to try to be an actor in this city, but I was ready to take the plunge. I'd go to...

Everyone's a winner. (You Tell Us).
July 1, 2003... "If women do not play 'Cosmo's Get Him Hot Game' (May) with their boyfriend, husband, lover, whatever, they are missing out on a lot of fun! It drove my guy absolutely wild, and I loved being able to turn him on so much. As an added benefit, I...

Tenant trouble. (You Tell Us).
July 1, 2003... "I'm so glad I read 'When Your Landlord Crosses the Line' (May). It alerted me to a type of danger that I didn't even know existed. Cosmo, you do a fantastic job of letting your readers know how to protect themselves. Keep these stories...

Swimsuit satisfaction. (You Tell Us).
July 1, 2003... "I loved the swimsuits you featured in the May issue, especially the ones in 'The Most Figure-Flattering Suits.' Here's another tip: Take your brother shopping with you. He can tell you what guys like." --Brooke Johnsen, Wausau, Wis. ...

Don't put up with pain. (You Tell Us).
July 1, 2003... "While '5 Aches You Should Never Ignore' (May) was informative, I'd like to add some info based on my personal experience with endometriosis. If you have painful periods, abdominal pain when you're not menstruating, painful sex, and painful...

Guy test-drive: one man mouths off about May's issue of Cosmo. (You Tell Us).
July 1, 2003... "'Is He Worthy of a Second Date?' was pretty accurate. I decide whether to ask a girl out again based on the same things. But attraction can lower the bar--if she's hot, the personality standard drops. Ultimately, though, if she's annoying, it...

Web poll. (You Tell Us).
July 1, 2003... May's "The Dirty Secret of Friendships" explored how envy and judgment can plague female relationships. Then we asked you: Have you ever resented one of your gal pals? 90% have. "She got any guy she wanted. I wanted her to be...

Cosmo readers share their most shocking stories and steamiest secrets. (Cosmo Confessions).
July 1, 2003... fender-bender bust "After my boyfriend ditched me to go to a concert with his friends, I decided to pay a visit to one of his buddies. We'd always been flirty with each other, so I took a chance. He was so happy to see me that we ended up...

Men admit to their dirtiest deeds and most shameless scams ever. (Guy Confessions).
July 1, 2003... lights, clapper, action "As a joke, one of my buddies gave me a Clapper for my birthday--the as-seen-on-TV device that allows you to clap and turn on your lights. One day, I decided to go ahead and install it. That night, my girlfriend...

Ben's one-track mind. (Cosmo informer: scintillating and surprising scoop on your favorite celebs).(Brief Article)
July 1, 2003... Here's more proof that Ben is totally whipped: He's adopted J.Lo's trendy jumpsuit style. He used to hit the gym in baggy track pants and a tee shirt (like any normal guy), but now he's sporting his woman's trademark velour sweatsuits.

What's sexy now. (Cosmo informer: scintillating and surprising scoop on your favorite celebs).
July 1, 2003... WHAT'S SEXY NOW Trend Out In Summer CD John Mayer Jack Johnson to make out to Back-on- Nicole Kidman Jennifer Garner the-market actress Ridiculous Joe ...

Lara does it doggie-style. (Cosmo informer: scintillating and surprising scoop on your favorite celebs).
July 1, 2003... Maybe Practice star Lara Flynn Boyle should stop drinking so much coffee--she looks like she's about to pee in the street right along with her pup.

Jake and Kirsten's screen dream. (Cosmo informer: scintillating and surprising scoop on your favorite celebs).
July 1, 2003... These lovebirds have been dating since early last fall when they were introduced by Jake's sister, Maggie. And Jake was hoping to play Kirsten's beau onscreen too in the upcoming Spider-Man sequel. There was talk that her rumored ex, Tobey...

Mark's latest part. (Cosmo informer: scintillating and surprising scoop on your favorite celebs).
July 1, 2003... Actor Mark Wahlberg will be playing a dad in real life. He and his on-again, off-again girlfriend of two years, Victoria's Secret model Rhea Durham, are expecting a baby. But apparently Mark isn't planning to marry Rhea. "Finding out you're...

Who's that hottie? (Cosmo informer: scintillating and surprising scoop on your favorite celebs).
July 1, 2003... Anyone who's seen Charlie's Angels: Full Throttle has no doubt fallen for the villain Randy Emmers, played by Rodrigo Santoro. The 27-year-old Brazilian has another American flick out this fall, Love Actually, but he's not abandoning his Latin...

Cosmo models get their ET close-up. (Cosmo informer: scintillating and surprising scoop on your favorite celebs).
July 1, 2003... The photo shoot with Cosmo's Cover Model Search final four was action packed and full of fun, with exclusive media partner Entertainment Tonight documenting every outfit, hairstyle, and click of the camera. You may have caught ET's TV footage...

Cosmo's studs-in-shades poll. (Cosmo informer: scintillating and surprising scoop on your favorite celebs).
July 1, 2003... These celebs are all gorgeous, but some of them pull off shades better than others. We asked you to go online and tell us who looked hot in sunglasses. See who caught your eye. BRAD PITT YES 70% NO 30% VIN DIESEL YES...

Nick Lachey--lust object. (Cosmo informer: hunk of the month).
July 1, 2003... * Good news for those of you who are drooling over this hunky shot of Nick Lachey: Soon you'll be seeing a lot more of the 29-year-old. His first solo album is being released on August 19, and it promises to showcase an edgier sider side of the...

Bartenders in the buff: we were flooded with tons of fan mail about our "Naked Chefs" spread last fall, so we've brought you more nude dudes. These guys played bar babe for a day and whipped up summer drinks. Wish they could be at your service? (Man Manual).
July 1, 2003... Wes He may love serving Fuzzy Navels, but we're psyched to see that he doesn't have any excess peach fuzz on his yummy midsection. Fuzzy Navel Martini INGREDIENTS 3 ounces orange juice (superchilled) 2 ounces peach schnapps...

What his pet name for you reveals: terms of endearment speak volumes about a man's intentions. Clue into the meaning behind some common lovey-dovey labels. (guy spy).(Brief Article)
July 1, 2003... * Supersweet salutations: A man who dubs you Honey is commitment-minded and devoted, since this moniker is most popular among long-term couples. Sappier terms like Snookums suggest he has a sense of humor and treasures private time together...

The secret he wants to spill: the sight of you in a sundress gets us hot. (guy spy).
July 1, 2003... While most dudes love a liberal show of skin, they're also suckers for more modest displays. Give us a choice between a let-it-all-hang-out Daisy Duke shorts-tube top combo or a leave-it-to-the-imagination sundress and we'll take the latter...

Men this minute. (guy spy).
July 1, 2003... If your stud wants to cohabitate, he might be a slacker. A guy without a steady job is 38% more likely to live with a woman premarriage than a man who has a solid career. SOURCE: VALERIE OPPENHEIMER, PH.D., PROFESSOR EMERITUS OF SOCIOLOGY....

Sex secrets he doesn't want to hear: your guy wants you to open up in bed. But these four toxic topics are off-limits. (his point of view).
July 1, 2003... * We guys love it when a woman clues us in to what makes her squirm (in a good way) between the sheets. Still, there are a few details better kept reader wraps. As eager as we are to hear about your passion past and present, some subjects will...

"My undercover sex strategy". (guys speak out).
July 1, 2003... "I once rubbed desensitizing lotion on my unit so I would last longer with my girl. But I put way too much on, and I couldn't get it up the entire night!"--Jason Ross "I recite multiplication tables in my head over and over in order to...

Guy without his shirt: check out this month's half-naked hunk.. (Man Manual).
July 1, 2003... Name: Kenneth Franklin Age: 22 Height: 6 feet 1 inch Weight: 182 pounds Sign: Taurus Hometown: Woodhaven, Michigan Favorite thing: "Grabbing a group of friends, jumping in the car, and going on random road trips."

Would you date someone who has a kid? Relationships are even more challenging when you throw child rearing into the mix. (Dating And Relating Debate).
July 1, 2003... * Many single celebs have parenthood on their list of credits--Tom Cruise, Josh Brolin, Kid Rock, Nicole Kidman, Calista Flockhart, and Kate Winslet, to name a few. Relationships can be difficult enough without having to share time with another...

Not just another pretty face: Lara Logan catapulted into the big time with her fearless reporting from Baghdad. Here, she tells deputy editor Ruth Davis what drove her to take such a perilous career path. (On My Mind).
July 1, 2003... * Thirty-two-year-old Lara Logan loves being where the action is--even if it means taking major risks. For a period of time during the war in Iraq, the CBS correspondent was the only journalist with a major American network in Baghdad working...

Under-the-knife neurosis. (Ask Cosmo Anything).
July 1, 2003... Even though I'm only in my 20s, I've already had six plastic surgeries on everything from my nose to my boobs. Every time I fix one thing, I find something else that needs work. I don't want to end up looking like Michael Jackson, so how can I...

Sleep-around secret. (Ask Cosmo Anything).
July 1, 2003... I've slept with about 45 women, but I told my fiancee that it's been more like two or three. We're getting married in a couple of months, and I feel like I need to come clean, but I'm afraid that she'll break off the engagement if she knows the...

Going-down gross out. (Ask Cosmo Anything).
July 1, 2003... My boyfriend really enjoys oral sex, but I absolutely hate giving it. Every time I go down on him, I end up running to the bathroom and puking right after. I want to make him happy, bat it's literally making me sick. What can I do to get over...

Character flawed. (Ask Cosmo Anything).
July 1, 2003... Every time my friend starts dating a new guy, her personality completely changes. If her boyfriend loves museums and theater, that's all she talks about. If the guy is into sports, suddenly she's an athlete. Recently, she's pretty much turned...

Window undressing. (Ask Cosmo Anything).
July 1, 2003... For the past couple of months, I've been fascinated by the woman who lives in the building across from me, and I've started watching her through my window. I have seen her having sex, changing her clothes, even masturbating. What is even...

Flirty summer frocks. (What To Buy Now).
July 1, 2003... A strapless sundress is the sexiest thing to slip into when the heat is at its hilt. We've rounded up the best options out there. Eyelet dress, Tessuto, $130 [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] Stretch-cotton dress, Ruth, $108 ...

For the babe on a budget. (Style Steals).
July 1, 2003... Want to turn heads this summer? That's guaranteed with these eye-popping candy stripes and Pucci-inspired geometric prints. $36 Striped knit tube top, cK Jeans [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] $35 Cotton handkerchief, Emilio Pucci ...

Blonde-bombshell buys. (Get The Look).
July 1, 2003... Reese Witherspoon's new movie, Legally Blonde 2: Red, White & Blonde, is out this month, and there's no doubt we'll be drooling over her style. Here's a sneak peek at two of her outfits and fashion finds you can score to re-create them. ...

White-hot eyes. (Runway Trend).
July 1, 2003... Eyes encircled in frosty white shadow is one of our favorite makeup effects from the spring runway--all that white brings light to eyes, making them look extra big. * Get the look by applying a white shadow all around your eyes with a...

How to ... look glowy, not greasy. (Beauty Buzz).
July 1, 2003... We all want skin that beams like Kate Bosworth's, but it requires a balancing act. "There's a fine line between looking dewy and looking sweaty or greasy," says Los Angeles makeup artist Mitzi Spallas. Practice this good glow=how to stay on the...

Keep your tweezers clean. (Rachel's Tip Of The Month).
July 1, 2003... Sanitize your pluckers every so often to avoid bacteria buildup and a potential skin infection. Use 70 percent isopropyl alcohol (handy single-use wipes are sold in drugstores). Note: Don't wash them with soap and water because the mineral...

Trendy tail technique. (Catwalk Coif).
July 1, 2003... If you find yourself throwing your hair into a ponytail all the time for lack of a better option, you'll like this spin on that standard strand style, which we spotted on the Balmain runway (shown below). * "Gather your hair at the nape of...

Score mega-volume like Mandy's. (Cosmo Hair).
July 1, 2003... Mandy Moore's fine strands usually look girl-next-door sweet, but by adding a bit of height to he hair, she can morph into a ravishing red-carpe star. Here, L.A. stylist Colleen Conway of Visions Salon tells us how to get her high-volume do:...

3 Conditioner myths debunked. (Cosmo Hair).
July 1, 2003... 3 CONDITIONER MYTHS DEBUNKED We reveal some common misconceptions and what you really need to know about moisturizing your mane. MYTH 1 MYTH 2 MYTH 3 Fine hair doesn't need You only...

Part before you start. (Highlight Hint).
July 1, 2003... Before you streak your strands with an at-home highlighting kit, part your hair the way you usually wear it so you can place your streaks where you'll be able to see them best. A new kit that makes streaking simple: Revlon High Dimension...

I want a brighter smile. Do at-home teeth-whitening products really work, and which ones do you recommend? (d-i-y dazzle).
July 1, 2003... Although the at-home products are not as strong as their professionally administered counterparts, New York City dentist Steven Fox says, "there's no question they can provide noticeable whitening." One of the easiest options is Crest Night...

My boyfriend hates when I wear lipstick because it's goopy and tastes funny. How can I give my mouth color but still stay kissable? (couple conundrum).
July 1, 2003... Get gorgeous yet guy-friendly lips with these tips from Jillian Fink Dempsey, creator of Delux Beauty. For the most natural effect, keep your mouth moisturized with a nonsticky, taste-free tinted lip balm. We like Deluxe Beauty Tintsticks,...

What a Cosmo girl needs in July. (Bonus: summer travel style).
July 1, 2003... * A great destination. Consider one of these hip hotels that are surprisingly affordable: the Townhouse in Miami's South Beach or the Estrella in Palm Springs (rooms start at $99 and $115). * Stylish striped accessories. Scoop up bright travel...

Your sexy getaway wardrobe. (Bonus: summer travel style).
July 1, 2003... Don't make your suitcase so heavy it gives you a hernia. Instead, pare down your luggage contents with these hip pieces that mix and match to make you look hot for any activity. the pieces to pack Large gold hoop earrings, Agatha, $72,...

Be stingy when you squeeze. (Bonus: summer travel style).
July 1, 2003... If you've usually tapped out your travel-size shampoo and conditioner by day two of a weeklong getaway, listen up. In your own shower, normal-size bottles make it easy to use big blobs of product, but squeezing so liberally from a puny portable...

Hassle-free get-gorgeous strategies. (Bonus: summer travel style).
July 1, 2003... Whether you're hightailing it to an exotic destination or embarking on a road trip, your travel makeup strategy should be simple, fast, and of course, foxy. Here, NYC makeup artist Carmindy shares her tips for creating the perfect vacay face:...

How to ... pack your prettifiers: you'll feel like one smart jet-setter thanks to our product-packing pointers. (Bonus: summer travel style).
July 1, 2003... To save space in your makeup bag, roll cotton swabs in your most-used eye shadows, then slip them in a snack-size baggie to create a handy stash of single-use eye hues. Keep your products organized and prevent spillage by storing them in...

2 on-the-road locks looks. (Bonus: summer travel style).
July 1, 2003... It's hard enough to control your coif during the summer, but it's sheer torture when you're miles from your own bathroom and arsenal of tress tools. The solution? Go for an easy-to-do updo that works with your natural texture, which means no...

Mile-high moisture rules. (Bonus: summer travel style).
July 1, 2003... Time on an airplane can dehydrate your skin, causing it to flake, feel itchy, and look blotchy. "Since the air on a plane is recycled, it's extremely dry," explains Jeanne Herrington, a Delta flight attendant for 13 years with a degree in...

Tote these ingenious travel inventions. (Bonus: summer travel style).
July 1, 2003... Before you take off, head to the drugstore to pick up some of these cool portable products that won't make you sacrifice your beauty needs in the name of suitcase space. The tiny Denman Brush compact, $20, transforms into a great mane...

Beat vacation bulge: don't fret about missing your regular workouts. Stay sleek with our do-anywhere fitness fixes. (Bonus: summer travel style).
July 1, 2003... * Stroll the airport instead of passing time at the snack bar. * Run or walk on the beach. You'll burn twice as many calories as you would pounding the pavement at the same pace since sand is more difficult to tread on. Stay safe by wearing...

Airplane yoga: muscle-easing moves you can do in your seat. (Bonus: summer travel style).
July 1, 2003... EXTENDED ARM RAISE Interlace your fingers and reach your arms straight up over your head. Keep your shoulders and back relaxed and your neck long. Feel an upward stretch in your torso and a downward stretch in your hips and glutes. Take...

When to indulge. (Bonus: summer travel style).
July 1, 2003... Going away shouldn't mean diet deprivation or a out-of-control caloric bringe. Choose travel treats that are worth the calories. SPLURGE SKIP Butter-drenched Butter-drenched lobster at a ...

The sweetest way to wind down: let Barry White help whittle away your worries. (Pleasures).
July 1, 2003... If the only time you ever slow dance is at weddings, you're definitely missing out on one of the most relaxing, romantic ways to take the edge off after a long stressful day. Letting your bod sway to the music is so calming, it has even become...

Bask in it, baby: why it pays to soak in praise. (quick lift).
July 1, 2003... THANK YOU C'mon, you can say it. When someone compliments you--whether it's on a work project or your outfit--do you ever reply with a simple "Thanks!"? Sure, we all crave praise, but as soon as it comes our way, we often ruin our...

Sexy keep-cool ideas. (Pleasures).
July 1, 2003... SEXY KEEP-COOL IDEAS You can look and feel smoldering without breaking a sweat. Try these fun, fresh tips. COOL TIP 1 Put your bra and panties in the refrigerator for five minutes, then slip them on for a ...

Can coloring your hair cause cancer? (Breast Check).
July 1, 2003... You may have heard that dyeing your hair increases your risk of breast cancer, and in fact, some doctors have expressed concerns that the chemicals in hair color might be linked to the disease. But when Tongzhang Zheng, head of Yale...

Using laxatives to diet: don't fall for this weight-loss blunder. (bad-girl rehab).
July 1, 2003... Your tummy may feel skinnier the day after you've popped laxatives, but it's just water weight that you're losing, says Kathleen Zolman, a nutrition consultant in Atlanta. "Laxatives prevent your body from absorbing water in the large...

"My guy wants me to try a bikini wax that leaves me totally bare. Is that safe?" (his & hers).
July 1, 2003... Generally, yes. Back in caveman days, we needed pubic hair to keep germs out of the body, but now that we bathe and wear underwear, we no longer have much use for it. However, pubic hair reduces friction, so without it, you might experience...

"Is it normal to bleed after pap smear?" (Cosmo Gyno).
July 1, 2003... Yes, it's common and usually harmless to have some light spotting after the procedure, says Vivien Hanson, M.D., medical director for family planning/STD at Bremerton-Kitsap Health Department in Bremerton, Washington. "The instrument used to...

New STD warning: a common birth-control ingredient could up your risk. (Cosmo Gyno).
July 1, 2003... Alarming research shows that the spermicide nonoxynol-9--often used in condoms and contraceptive creams--may increase your risk of contracting HIV and other STDs if used frequently, says Debra Birnkrant, M.D., director of the FDA's division of...

Hidden causes of down-there dryness. (Cosmo Gyno).
July 1, 2003... Here, four sneaky factors that can make your nether regions feel like the Sahara. CULPRIT REASON FIX SMOKING Cigarettes constrict Quit the butts--end blood flow, which of...

"The grossest person I ever worked with": call the health department! These women had the ickiest coworkers imaginable. (Your Job).
July 1, 2003... * "There is a weird woman at my office who follows me and my coworkers when we go out for lunch. One time, she sat at a table across from us and started picking her nose. Then, back at the office, I saw her in the bathroom going at it...

"How can I make it through the workday when I'm utterly exhausted?" (Your Job).
July 1, 2003... When you have no energy, it's hard to concentrate, so if you can, "focus on projects that are routine, such as updating files or making easy phone calls," says Susan Wilson Solovic, author of Reinvent Your Career. However, if you have to be...

Moves that drive bosses mad: you won't win any employee-of-the-month awards with these habits, so ban them pronto. (work trick of the month).
July 1, 2003... Pestering him with a billion questions. "Instead, schedule a meeting and ask everything at once," says Karen Kelly, a business journalist and office politics expert. "It also helps if you come prepared with a few solutions of your own." ...

Now to ... get him to remember key dates: these man-friendly memory-enhancers will keep him from spacing on special days. (The Love Page).
July 1, 2003... * Pencil yourself in. While vegging out together, grab both of your date books and mark key days with him, as if you're tackling a mindless chore, suggests Carolyn Bushong, author of Bring Back the Man You Fell in Love With. "This way, you can...

"It pisses me off when he rags on my pals behind their backs." (spat of the month).
July 1, 2003... Your guy's slights likely stem from insecurity. "He probably doesn't have anything against your friends; he's just jealous of their superclose status in your life," explains Willard Harley, Jr., Ph.D., author of Love Busters: Overcoming Habits...

Give him a body brush. (blow-his-mind-trip).
July 1, 2003... Next time you and your man are out socializing in a public place, treat him to a clandestine carnal caress he'll never forget. During dinner, slide your hand up his leg till your fingers come devilishly close to his crotch. At a party, graze...

How my man made me feel at home in his pad: we asked readers to reveal the sweet, unexpected things their guy did to turn his bachelor digs into a love den for two. (Heart Copy).
July 1, 2003... "For my birthday one year, my mother bought me a pink cashmere throw that was so cozy, I couldn't sleep without it. I would even bring it to my boyfriend Phil's place because I loved it so much. One night, Phil invited me over for dinner. When...

... Get a goal model. (Why don't you).
July 1, 2003... Instead of fawning over an A-list actress, get inspired by a non-celeb, such as a good friend or just an acquaintance whose success you seek to emulate. "Look at how she's overcome setbacks to achieve her goal, and incorporate those lessons...

... Emanate sex appeal. (Why don't you).
July 1, 2003... That I-feel-foxy feeling shouldn't be limited to moments when you're dressed to kill, with a fresh blow-out and bikini wax. So how do you work it 24-7? "Most important, you must believe you're hot," says Loraine Despres, author of The Southern...

... Improve his mind. (Why don't you).
July 1, 2003... Help your honey break the rerun addiction by buying him a boy-friendly book like The Secret Life of Cowboys, in which the author forgos a corporate career to--yeehaw!--live a rancher's life; Dennis Lehane's Shutter Island, a psychological...

... Create some real fireworks. (Why don't you).
July 1, 2003... Under the pretense of watching the big light show, get your guy horizontal in a prime viewing spot (too bad the boy will miss out, but trust us, he won't give a flying, uh, firework about what's going on above). Cozy up to him and suggestively...

... Belt out some style. (Why don't you).
July 1, 2003... Take a runway trend to the street by customizing your own sassy sash. Buy a yard and a half of grosgrain ribbon (the material is sturdy and stylish) that's at least 1 1/2-inches thick. Cut the band on a diagonal with sharp scissors so there's...

Max out your pleasure: whether it's a five-minute fling or an all night bonanza, great sex is about packing in the passion. Here's how to do it no matter what your play time. (Sex Smarts).
July 1, 2003... * Fast and furious, long and leisurely, a seductively steady pace... when yon exploit every sizzling second, you can create knee-quaking, bed-shaking (if there's even a bed involved) pleasure for both of you, Read on for game plans for three...

Friend rituals that are bad for you: your sisters are your drinking buddies, romantic advisers, and fashion gurus. So don't screw up your connection with these four detrimental deeds. (Life Skills).
July 1, 2003... * While female bonding is fab, there are a few pitfalls to watch out for. "Women thrive on forging close connections," says Noelle C. Nelson, Ph.D., author of Dangerous Relationships. "But all intense relationships are susceptible to patterns...

Cosmo's bond with your man plan: skip the sap and follow our love-deepening strategies. Master these moves and you'll reach divine duoville without triggering his gag reflex. (Lessons In Love).
July 1, 2003... * Some things in life, like snagging a kick-ass job or sculpting a killer bod, are seriously labor-intensive. Thankfully, forging a deeper connection with the man in your life isn't one of them. In fact, the typical over-the-top romantic...

Are you causing a rift? (Lessons In Love).
July 1, 2003... Make sure you're not guilty of any of these four stealthy love busters. Going too easy on him. So he flaked on plans (again) and you let him off the hook. But when you don't call him on his bad behavior, he returns the favor by treating...

Confessions of a nurse who's seen it all: from freaky private parts to hilarious recovery-room come-ons you won't believe the shaking things this medical staffer encounters on the job. (True Story).
July 1, 2003... * If you've ever spent any time in the hospital, whether it's the OR or the ER, you've probably wondered just how closely the staff checks out the patients who come and go. As a nurse at a busy suburban hospital, I can tell you that we are...