Good Housekeeping articles from April 2002

Good Housekeeping archives from April 2002

A clean floor, faster. (the GH Institute).(Brief Article)(Evaluation)
April 1, 2002... Caring for bare floors is hard: First you sweep up the loose debris, then you haul out the mop to scrub, and then you have to stand guard so family members don't trample on the wet surface. A timesaving solution? The new Hoover Floor Mate,...

Can you teach old pets new tricks? (the GH Institute).(Brief Article)(Evaluation)
April 1, 2002... If your pooch snoozes--and sheds--on your favorite armchair, you may be considering one of the latest pet-deterrent devices that promise to change animals' ways. Do they work? The GH Institute pros installed four of the devices in homes...

Editor's letter. (on my mind).
April 1, 2002... Check out our new Web site Have you visited www.goodhousekeeping.com lately? I hope you will soon because, with our partners at iVillage.com, we've made some great changes. We've reorganized the site's archive of more than 3,000 pages, so...

Soft shoulders. (Heads up! The looks, trends, and news you need this month).
April 1, 2002... The blouse of the moment is peasant. Here, the feminine style goes sophisticated in purple taffeta by Nicole Miller. For added romance, pair it with a long, flowing skirt. Or go casual and wear it with your favorite jeans or capri pants. ...

Ocean potions. (Heads up! The looks, trends, and news you need this month).
April 1, 2002... Want glowing skin? The latest secret weapon comes from the sea: Mother-of-pearl extract, harvested from oyster shells, lends a sheen to your face. Find it in new hydrating treatment creams from Biotherm, Te Tao and others. [ILLUSTRATION...

Bloom town. (Heads up! The looks, trends, and news you need this month).(Brief Article)
April 1, 2002... The roses are silk, but the breath of spring is real in these pretty floral lamps by Maura Daniel. Available with vintage-look glass, wood, or metal bases, the designer lights start at about $150 for a 17-inch model. [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED]...

Hip [H.sub.2]O. (Heads up! The looks, trends, and news you need this month).
April 1, 2002... Spotted in trendy restaurants from New York to London, Voss water comes in an eye-catching glass bottle we can't get enough of. Beloved by Madonna and other stars (do they know foss is Norwegian for "waterfall"?), it's available at gourmet...

Borrow from the boys. (Heads up! The looks, trends, and news you need this month).
April 1, 2002... Tired of your husband stealing your moisturizer? Try dipping into his medicine cabinet. Celebs like Sarah Jessica Parker are reaching for the men's herbal skin-care line Zirh. We like Gillette's Mach3Turbo razor blade and gels from The Art of...

Cutest kidswear. (Heads up! The looks, trends, and news you need this month).
April 1, 2002... Who can resist Anne Geddes's whimsical baby photos? Now this Australian children's photographer is bringing her pictures to life in a playful new line of kids' clothes. Once you've dressed your little one in her designs, you won't be able to...

American beauty. (Heads up! The looks, trends, and news you need this month).
April 1, 2002... Wall Street. Boston Harbor. The Capitol Building. Cherished American locales are captured in a new line of dinnerware from Johnson Brothers--subtle patriotism for your table. A five-piece setting is $29.99; it's dishwasher safe. ...

Cool tools. (Real deals: bargains you'll love).
April 1, 2002... We love eye-candy cosmetics, like this makeup embossed with artistic designs. Though the trend can be pricey ($35 and higher), the new eye shadows and blush/highlighters from No Boundaries are just $2.74 each at Wal-Mart. And this polka-dot...

Singing in the rain. (Real deals: bargains you'll love).
April 1, 2002... Wrapped in this pretty toile trench coat, you might just welcome April showers. The cost of updating your bad-weather gear won't leave you soaked, either: just $30, from Mossimo at Target. Also available in denim, khaki, and black. ...

Dig those heels. (Real deals: bargains you'll love).
April 1, 2002... Flirty leather slingbacks are fresh again this spring. The wedge heels shown here bring back the 1970s, and so does their price--$31.99 for these Newport News sandals with removable bows. [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED]

GH giveaway. (Real deals: bargains you'll love).
April 1, 2002... One reader and a guest will win an all-inclusive eight day, seven-night trip to Club Med Punta Cana, in the Dominican Republic, to help celebrate the launch of Coty's new fragrance, My Ocean For Her by Club Med. Two hundred runners-up will each...

365 great hair days: the newest generation of shampoos can do all the right things for your hair ... if you know what to look for. A must-have guide to choosing the best fix-it formula.(Brief Article)
April 1, 2002... Once upon a time, shampoos promised to clean your hair, period. Now they also claim to rinse your most frustrating problems--unsightly frizz, fading color, lack of volume--down the drain. And believe it or not, some of them actually do. "In the...

Find your dream shampoo. (beauty).
April 1, 2002... Find your dream shampoo IF YOU PACKAGE INGREDIENTS WANT TO SHOULD SHOULD SAY INCLUDE ADD Volumizing, Guar gum or vegetable ...

The flake factor: better dandruff options. (beauty).(Brief Article)
April 1, 2002... Dandruff shampoos were created with one goal in mind: Get rid of the white stuff. If you are the one out of two American women suffering from this skin condition, you've probably found that these sometimes-harsh products left your hair limp and...

Your beloved brand was discontinued: a four-step recovery plan. (beauty).(Brief Article)
April 1, 2002... If it happens to you, you'll never forget it: One day, you walk into the store to pick up the shampoo you've been using for the past ten years and... it's gone. Without any warning (who can ever see this kind of thing coming?) it has...

Have you outgrown your shampoo? (beauty).(Brief Article)
April 1, 2002... Hair, like skin, changes with age. And as a result, the shampoo you used happily for two decades may no longer be doing you any favors. "You need to rethink your hair regimen every few years," says Bennie Pollard, creator of the BennieFactor...

Win a year of free shampoo. (beauty).
April 1, 2002... Ask and your hair shall receive: top manufacturers are giving away one-year supplies of shampoo and conditioner to Good Housekeeping readers. To win your crate of free goodies, find your favorite do-more products below, then see page 185 for...

Behind the seams. (style).(Brief Article)
April 1, 2002... Get ready for a little shape shifting. The newest undergarments for subduing those trouble spots. Wacoal's body briefer provides bust support, tummy control, and a seamless finish that looks smart under a stretch cotton/spandex top (by...

Household helpline: Heloise to the rescue.(Questions and Answers)(Brief Article)
April 1, 2002... Q: Is there a way to refresh potpourri that has lost its pleasant aroma? --Joyce O'Leary, Boston Heloise: Yes, you can buy essential and/or fragrance oils, such as cinnamon, rose, sandalwood, and lavender, at candle shops or at bed, bath,...

Do the right thing: Peggy Post on everyday etiquette.(Brief Article)
April 1, 2002... Q: My cousin needs customers for his pool-construction business, so I said OK to a backyard pool. But now my company is starting to lay off employees, and I'm nervous about spending big money on something my family doesn't need. How do I get...

Talk to me: Joy Behar solves your trickiest problems.(Questions and Answers)
April 1, 2002... Q: My husband and I often go out to dinner with another couple who always start playing footsie under the table, feeding each other food, and practically making out right there in the booth. I'd hate to lose them as friends, but I can't bear to...

The cool ones: need extra freezer space? These energy-saving refrigerators have plenty--plus filtered water dispensers, versatile shelving, and more. (buyer's guide).(Brief Article)
April 1, 2002... best overall Whirlpool Gold GR2SHT: 21.6 cubic feet, $1,049, * average annual cost to run: $40 ** THE COLD FACTS This fridge maintains exceptionally even temperatures--even on hot days--so food stays fresh longer. CONVENIENCES...

The bioterrorism risk: would you know what to do if a deadly virus were unleashed in your town? In his new book, Senator Bill Frist--the Senate's only M.D.--answers vital questions about how to keep your family safe. (consumer watch).
April 1, 2002... Struggling to educate ourselves about anthrax, smallpox, and other such horrors, many of us hit overload pretty quickly. "Families have trouble sifting through the information that's out there," Senator Bill Frist (R-Tennessee), M.D., tells...

Your health.(Brief Article)
April 1, 2002... Q My sister had her appendix removed, but it turned out she didn't have appendicitis. How could this happen? A Your sister's experience isn't unusual. According to a recent study, nearly one out of every four appendectomies performed on...

Exercise your brain: 8 new ways to stay sharp and fend off forgetfulness. Plus: a quiz to check your memory. (your health).
April 1, 2002... For Laura Taylor, a New Jersey teacher, the memory mishaps started about two years ago. The "where did I put my keys?" moments. The "ums" and "ers" as she struggled to remember the names of people she'd known for years. The embarrassing groping...

"I want to live for my grandbabies": Gerry Ferraro has been a fighter all her life--in Congress, then as the first woman to run for vice president. Now, faced with a deadly disease, she's determined to win the battle, for her own sake--and her family's. (my story).
April 1, 2002... June 18, 2001: I took a breath and leaned toward the microphone. Before me sat four U.S. senators waiting to hear my testimony. God works in strange ways, I thought, absorbing the irony of the moment. Twice I had campaigned for the Senate....

Healthy computer habits. (your family).(Brief Article)
April 1, 2002... Next time your nine-year-old goes on the computer, make sure her workstation is set up properly. In a study of third, fourth, and fifth graders, researchers at Cornell University found that 40 percent of the kids sat awkwardly at their...

Smart parenting. (your family).(Questions and Answers)(Brief Article)
April 1, 2002... Q My 11-year-old son behaves well and earns great grades, but he's a total slob! How can I get him to clean his room? a "When kids begin establishing their independence, rooms are sacred ground," says Michael Riera, Ph.D., a parenting...

Charcoal to the rescue. (your family).(Brief Article)
April 1, 2002... emergency rooms have long used activated charcoal to treat poisoning cases. Now experts recommend that people keep it in the house. Researchers in Kentucky found that parents who administered charcoal to their kids saved precious time and...

Incredible edible dough. (your family).(Brief Article)
April 1, 2002... Ask any preschooler for a list of favorite things, and Play-Doh and cookies are sure to be mentioned. Imagine her excitement when she learns that thanks to Get Kookie, art and food have become one! The colored dough can be shaped to create...

Reinventing the family dinner: stop rushing and start relaxing! Simple rituals to help you reconnect with your kids over the evening meal. (your family).
April 1, 2002... for Patrice Kyger, a divorced mother of three in Free Union, Virginia, good news at the dinner table is not just welcome, it's mandatory. Following a Quaker grace, during which family members hold hands and pray silently, each person...

Dangerous games: hazing has become a violent part of high school life--even girls are getting into the act. What parents need to know. (your family).
April 1, 2002... When school let out for the summer on a crystal-clear day in June 1999, Adam Miller, * 14, was feeling uneasy. It was his last day at Nicollet Junior High, in affluent Burnsville, Minnesota. And later that afternoon, Adam knew, he would have to...

True-to-life TV: the pros behind the shows: dramatic is good, but believable is better. That's why Hollywood hires consultants who can give shows the inside scoop--and keep them from making embarrassing mistakes.
April 1, 2002... doctor, we have an urgent situation in bed seven," the ICU nurse calls out. "Patient is extremely hypotensive: pressure seventy over thirty, pulse one-twenty. Your resident put in a right IJ central line an hour ago. Request assistance...

Faith Hill fesses up: her husband won't clean, her kids won't eat, and she can't remember the last time she got a manicure. Intimate talk about her "out of control" life--and why she's loving every minute of it. (Exclusive)(Cover Story).
April 1, 2002... It wasn't supposed to be like this. Faith Hill was supposed to vanish for a while--after a whirlwind year of winning awards (including three Grammys) and appearing in countless music videos, TV commercials, and concert arenas. Faith, 36, and...

How rude: no, you're not imagining it--bad behavior is all around us these days. Here, the tips you need to hold your ground while keeping your cool.
April 1, 2002... Sitting at a traffic light in my little Mazda, I had no choice but to read the bumper sticker plastered on the sport-utility vehicle in front of me: "My kid can beat up your honor student." As I was absorbing that bit of information, another...

Finding her own path: she's put a painful past behind her. Now Jackie Danforth, daughter of news legend Barbara Walters, is helping teenage girls at risk ... and embracing her family ties.
April 1, 2002... Driving through the beautiful lake-and-pine scenery of northeastern Maine, Jackie Danforth talks warmly about the "great kids" at New Horizons Wilderness camp, which she started last year on 294 acres an hour and a half outside of Bangor. New...

Flowers for a song: even at five dollars a bunch, your blooms can look beautiful. The art of turning a little into a lot.
April 1, 2002... Beyond the pale To make this sunny stunner, fill a decorative container with all-yellow tulips, mums, goldenrod, asters, and roses. Grouping them in tight clusters delivers a color punch. [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] Pyramid scheme ...

Love lessons from a divorce lawyer: grab a pencil. Grab your husband. Answering these five questions will help you pinpoint the little problems in your marriage--and the best ways to solve them.
April 1, 2002... if someone had told me 30 years ago that I would someday be giving advice about relationships, I would have laughed. After all, what could a divorce attorney know about keeping couples together? But I'll tell you, in three decades of practicing...

Playing the angles: the quickest route to cozy? A built-in window seat, bookshelf, or bench. Here, some space-saving ideas for bringing life to every nook and cranny. (Your house: style & design).(Brief Article)
April 1, 2002... R&R (rest and reading) Your favorite books. The afternoon sun. A comfy window seat and shelves create a reader's paradise (and easy-access storage) in a guest bedroom. [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] Window feat In a master bedroom,...

Quick fix for your kitchen. (Remodel Your Home For Less!).(Brief Article)
April 1, 2002... WHAT WE DID What's the fastest way to update a 1960s kitchen? In this home, the key was replacing the laminate (Day-Glo yellow!) with white countertops and a taupe bead board backsplash. Experts say it doesn't pay to skimp on counters (see...

Hot ideas for the kitchen: four new solutions. (Remodel for Less).(Brief Article)
April 1, 2002... TREND: FASHIONABLE FIXTURES Drawer-pull jewelry, $8-$22.99 For an easy, eye-catching update, change your drawer pulls or cabinet knobs. We love these culinary-inspired designs from Vicenza (fruits and vegetables) and Atlas Homewares...

Counter intelligence: the right surface for your kitchen. (Remodel For Less).(Brief Article)
April 1, 2002... That counter may look sleek in the showroom, but will it stand up to years of wear and tear? Our Institute home-care experts put these varieties through a series of tests that mimicked common kitchen mishaps: a frying pan scorch, a knife slip,...

The under-$1,000 bathroom makeover. (Remodel For Less).(Brief Article)
April 1, 2002... WHAT WE DID Before you pick up a brush, figure out a budget. Then decide what to improve (color? lighting? storage?). Here's how we worked with Lowe's Home Improvement Warehouse to brighten this bath. * To create a more spacious feel,...

Beat bathroom boredom: four fun trend. (Remodel For Less).(Brief Article)
April 1, 2002... TREND: BATHROOM FURNITURE Thomasville Vanity and Mirror, $465 The art of stashing stuff has gone upscale. This Cape Cod cabinetry stores towels, bubble bath, and night cream in style--letting you say goodbye to surface clutter and...

Home front: easy ways to boost curb appeal. (Remodel For Less).(Brief Article)
April 1, 2002... Whether you simply want your home to look its smartest or you're thinking about putting it on the market in a year or two, these quick, inexpensive changes will help you have what you want: the best house on the block. 1. Get a new door...

How to pay for a home renovation. (Remodel For Less).(Brief Article)
April 1, 2002... Remodeling is hot, hot, hot. Last year was one of the best on record for sales of previously owned homes. Sales mean renovations, as new buyers often change a place to suit their taste. If you've lived in your house for a long time, you may...

Lose weight faster! No gimmicks, no lies--just 11 science-based shortcuts from slim-down guru. (fitness/diet).
April 1, 2002... The trouble with dieting," I hear many women say, "is that it takes too long. If I want to look good for my anniversary next month, I should've started losing weight way back in February. Now that I'm finally focused, it's too late." Well, yes...

Fresh veggies in a flash. (Front burner: what's new, what's hot, what's cooking).(plastic bag cooks vegetables in microwave oven)(Brief Article)(Product Announcement)
April 1, 2002... No washing, no peeling, no cutting... no kidding. The latest convenience to hit the produce aisle: vegetables in a special plastic bag that acts as a steamer in your microwave. The veggies look and taste first-rate-and keep their crunchy...

Brainy blender. (Front burner: what's new, what's hot, what's cooking).(new blender from Oster)(Brief Article)(Product Announcement)
April 1, 2002... With the new Oster In2itive Blender/ Food Processor ($99.99), you won't have to agonize between "liquefy" and "whip." Press a food category (such as "smoothie" or "salsa") and the machine will choose the right speed and blending time. In our...

I remember Mama's. (Front burner: what's new, what's hot, what's cooking).(glassware from Anchor Hocking)(Brief Article)(Product Announcement)
April 1, 2002... Milky green glassware was once a staple in American kitchens. Now Anchor Hocking is bringing back the look with its new Jade-ite Fire-King collection, featuring pie plates, mixing bowls, and baking dishes. The pieces have a vintage appeal, but...

No-guilt chocolate. (Front burner: what's new, what's hot, what's cooking).(chocolate bars from Jimmy Schmidt)(Brief Article)(Product Announcement)
April 1, 2002... We can't guarantee that eating chef Jimmy Schmidt's SmartChocolate bars, with their mini doses of "therapeutic" herbs like ginkgo, will make you a better person. But we can promise that these delicious bars will deliver big chocolate flavor...

Rush hour! Family favorites: easy chicken dinners in under 30 minutes!(Brief Article)(Recipe)
April 1, 2002... quick comfort Chicken with Smashed Potatoes, Potpie Style 1 1/2 A pounds baby red potatoes, each cut in half 1 tablespoon vegetable oil 4 medium skinless, boneless chicken-breast halves (about 1 1/4, pounds) 1/2 teaspoon...

Set your table for spring! And relax with your guests. This sophisticated seasonal menu is nearly all cook-ahead.(Recipe)
April 1, 2002... Spring Specials SHOPPING GUIDE STRAWBERRIES Choose bright, plump berries. The color should be uniform from "shoulders" to tip, with no white at the stem. ASPARAGUS Buy same-size spears for even cooking. How to tell: Turn bunch...

"Hot" job prospects? Don't get burned. (Rip-Off Tip-Offs).(fraudulent job offers)(Brief Article)
April 1, 2002... Employment scams are nothing new, but the lagging economy and the large number of layoffs have spurred a wave of sophisticated swindles, warns top consumer cop J. Howard Beales, director of the Federal Trade Commission's Bureau of Consumer...

Best do-it-yourself wills. (Legal Lowdown).(Brief Article)
April 1, 2002... If you haven't put your last wishes down on paper, you re not alone: Roughly 59 percent of American adults don't have a will. One way to get started is to write one yourself. New software and Web sites can help you draft a basic will in under...

Leaf bags that take a licking. (Yard Pickup).(Brief Article)
April 1, 2002... Cleaning leaves and fallen branches from the yard is no garden party, especially if your bag bursts or twigs poke through the plastic. Is there a better lawn bag? To find out, the GH Institute textile experts put nine brands through...

Big savings on appliances. (Shopping Secrets).(tips for buying reconditioned appliances)(Brief Article)
April 1, 2002... Here's a deal you won't see advertised in store circulars: reconditioned products. These are brand-name appliances and electronics that have been returned to stores within the exchange period for a cosmetic problem (the color was off) or defect...

The cost of buying from friends. (Comparison Shopping).(buying products from multilevel marketing companies)(Brief Article)
April 1, 2002... Purchasing household goods from neighbors turned sales reps may seem convenient. No need to drive to the store. You might even feel your money's helping someone you know earn extra cash. But along with having products pitched regularly,...

Recalls.(Brief Article)
April 1, 2002... Recalls The following products were recalled by the manufacturers in cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission. Unless otherwise indicated, stop using the product immediately and return it to the store where...

Claire of the moon: it came to him late one night: a way to help Teri, the woman he loved, by helping her sick child feel she was living a normal life. (short story).(Short Story)
April 1, 2002... EVERY FEW MONTHS, GEORGE DRIVES his girlfriend's daughter to the doctor. This time it's a Saturday morning in early June, a month before her eighth birthday; in another hour the Florida sun will be directly overhead. George backs out of the...

My favorite things: Liz Smith, gossip columnist extraordinaire. (last look).(Brief Article)
April 1, 2002... FOOD "This is truly sinful: Texas-style chicken-fried steak. It's my favorite thing to eat, but absolutely the worst thing for my waistline." BOOK "Kitty Foyle by Christopher Morley. It's about a woman facing a critical decision in her...