Good Housekeeping articles from April 2004

Good Housekeeping archives from April 2004

Amy Tan's real mother.(On my mind)
April 1, 2004... As you may have guessed from reading The Joy Luck Club, Amy Tan's mother, Daisy (at right, with baby Amy), inspired many of her tales. Now Amy tells her mom's true story in "My Mother's Secrets" (page 126). The piece--as much of a heart-tug as...

My private retreat.(On my mind)
April 1, 2004... I just love flowers, herbs, and veggies, but I am not one for digging in the dirt. That's why my idea of a special garden is an array of potted plants on my patio. The containers themselves make a big difference. Ours are a cement composition,...

Secondhand steals.(On my mind)
April 1, 2004... Isn't she a beautiful bride? She's also a savvy shopper. Taneisha Young, my assistant, saved hundreds of dollars on bridal attire for her wedding last July. Shopping on eBay, she found a gorgeous gown, tiara, and veil. To get your share of the...

Curing cystic fibrosis.(On your mind)(Letter to the Editor)
April 1, 2004... "A Precious Miracle" (February) by Roland Merullo prompted me to have my son tested for cystic fibrosis. He had an ongoing sinus infection, asthma, and diabetes. After I talked with my pediatrician, she thought it would be a good idea to rule...

Workplace worries.(On your mind)(Letter to the Editor)
April 1, 2004... The article "Can You Truly Trust an Office Friend?" (February) made me realize how blessed I have been, because my most cherished friendships were made at work. I have a circle of girlfriends who all met on the job, and our friendships have...

Twice as nice.(On your mind)
April 1, 2004... One baby is a blessing, but two are double the joy. Twins Alison Nicole, far left, and Emily Elise, eight months, are pretty in their springlike green dresses. Susan and Jay Jacobs of Western Springs, Illinois, are the proud parents. The twins'...

Heart of the matter.(On your mind)(Letter to the Editor)
April 1, 2004... Thank you for your extensive articles on women's heart health ("The Heart of a Woman," February). My husband is a chiropractor, and I'm going to put this special section in his waiting room as "important information." Being a second-generation...

Finder's fee.(On your mind)(Letter to the Editor)
April 1, 2004... I thought "Find a Hidden Fortune (Yours!)" (February) was interesting because I'd just been through the same thing. I got a call from a person saying he had been hired to find my mother, who is in a nursing home, or me. He informed me that we...

What's on GoodHousekeeping.com right now?(on our site)
April 1, 2004... * Spring clean Plan your annual spruce-up with our home-cleaning checklist. [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] * Subscribe Want to subscribe to GH, buy a gift subscription, or change your address? Do it online. [ILLUSTRATION...

Hip stir.(Front burner: what's new, what's hot, what's cooking)
April 1, 2004... With its coiled wires, Kuhn Rikon's stainless steel Palm Springs Whisk works as great as it as it looks. Use it to easily blend oil and vinegar for salad dressings, beat eggs for omelets, and mix pancake batter. Two sizes are available: an...

Pepper pots.(Front burner: what's new, what's hot, what's cooking)
April 1, 2004... The newest crop of cook-and-serve pots actually look like they've come from the garden. Le Creuset features enameled cast-iron peppers, right, as well as apples, eggplants, bulbs of garlic, and tomatoes ($100 to $175). Chantal. offers a ceramic...

Fab four.(Front burner: what's new, what's hot, what's cooking)
April 1, 2004... Like good wine, balsamic vinegar gets better with age. But while a mellow flavor is great with fruit, you want a younger tang for sauces. With Sur La Table's tasting pack, you can have a delicious variety. $19.95 for four 3.5-ounce bottles;...

Supersweet mangoes.(Front burner: what's new, what's hot, what's cooking)
April 1, 2004... Pop a fork for the new champagne mango. Available nationwide this spring, the golden (and less stringy) variety is picked when it's ripe, so it is extra sugary. At select supermarkets and Whole Foods Markets. [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED]

Get sporty.(wow!)
April 1, 2004... An easy, breezy dress for warmer days, Faded Glory's cotton slip-on comes at a price we can't resist. Complete the outfit with a hat from Capelli New York. [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED]

Save on shades!(Real deals: bargains you'll love)
April 1, 2004... Pick up some Jackie-O mystique with sunglasses by Isaac Mizrahi for Target; they're look-alikes of the pricier Christian Dior pair. For a rosy outlook, try Nine West aviators, a Kate Spade knockoff. [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED]

Initial attraction.(trends for less)
April 1, 2004... How to get your dose of monogram mania: wristlets and wallets from Faded Glory and Alphabet Garden lip glosses from Fira. [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED]

Giveaway.(Real deals: bargains you'll love)
April 1, 2004... Love that lightweight layered look! This linen shirt-jacket from Talbots, an $118 value, is free to 20 readers. See page 210 for details. [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED]

New and tote-worthy.(Real deals: bargains you'll love)
April 1, 2004... Nothing says carefree spring style like a woven bag, and these are tailored enough to go from work to weekend. Left, from Payless; right, by Eric Javits. [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED]

The right cuff.(trends for less)
April 1, 2004... With this hip, playful watch from Mark by Avon, you can choose a band to match your outfit (and your mood). [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED]

Luxe vs. look-alike.(Real deals: bargains you'll love)
April 1, 2004... Yes, blue eyeshadow is back. But tempered with gray, it's easier to wear. Top, Fira Goddess; bottom, TiGi Bed Head 4-Play Eyeshadow Quad. [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED]

Peel away years: want to recapture your youthful glow? This eight-page skin guide will get you there, starting with easy beauty treatments you can do at home.(beauty guide)
April 1, 2004... RESULTS IN 1 DAY "If there is one product that can work immediate miracles for your skin, it is a face mask," says Richmond, Virginia-based aesthetician Susie Galvez, owner of Face Works Day Spa. To choose the one best for you, follow...

Your road map to great skin.(beauty guide)
April 1, 2004... WHERE YOU LIVE AFFECTS HOW YOU LOOK. Location, location, location: It influences more than just real estate prices. To find out how your hometown helps or hurts your skin, we consulted two dermatologists, Susan C. Taylor, M.D., in Philadelphia,...

Beautiful skin at any age: a decade-by-decade guide to the top troubles your face may face--plus the best new solutions out there.(beauty guide)
April 1, 2004... 30s Since this is when many women try to get pregnant, just know: Those nine months can take your hormones--and skin--for a bumpy ride. WHAT TO EXPECT * ADULT ACNE Grown-ups with this problem have skin that's less oily and more...

How far should you go for perfect skin? Wrinkle-filling injections, $100 creams, beauty megavitamins: with all the look-young stuff out there, it's nearly impossible to tell the truth from the hype. GH investigates which extreme measures are actually worth it.(beauty guide)
April 1, 2004... ABBRASIVE scrubbing tools * THE SELL That the more--and the harder--you slough, the smoother your face (which gets drier as you age) will look * THE TRUTH "No pain, no gain" may work for ab sculpting, but it doesn't apply to skin....

Your most embarrassing skin issues--solved: eek! What's down below--on your chest, legs, and arms--isn't always pretty. Here's how to be beautiful by bathing-suit season.(beauty guide)
April 1, 2004... THINGS THAT GO bump PROBLEM Cone-shaped clusters on your butt or the backs of your arras CAUSE Could be keratosis pilaris (KP), a genetic skin problem common among allergy sufferers. REMEDY There's no cure for KP, but you can manage...

How to buy anything secondhand: where to find the best deals: save hundreds on used furniture, kids' stuff, appliances, more. Plus, what you shouldn't buy secondhand.(your money)
April 1, 2004... FURNITURE * Shop offbeat flea markets and consignment shops The more out-of-the-way, the better. That's where the pros hunt for unique pieces that give a home personality. Sue Pelley, from HGTV's Decorating with Style, scours flea...

The perils (and pluses) of paying online: you can do almost anything on the computer these days--from paying your gas bill to buying a TV. But that doesn't mean it's safe. Four ways to protect yourself.(your money)
April 1, 2004... A year and a half ago, Lesly Curtis, a mental health care worker in New York City, was looking for an obscure book that she thought might help one of her patients. "It wasn't the kind of thing you could just find in any bookstore," says Curtis....

Toys to tame your cat.(Our Test Cat's Favorites)
April 1, 2004... Cats get into some costly mischief (think clawed-up sofa). To preserve your furniture, a scratching post is a must--but what about all the toys you see in pet stores? These playthings may not transform psycho kitty into Hello Kitty, but some...

Cream of the pop.(The Winners)
April 1, 2004... Move over, plain-Jane popcorn. Microwave brands now come in dozens of flavors. To find the best, we snacked on top sellers in extra butter, cheese, and kettle-corn varieties. Orville Redenbacher Ultimate Butter was the favorite. Testers...

Two dryers in one.(Testing Testing! News for you from the Good Housekeeping Institute)
April 1, 2004... What to do with all the clothes you can't toss in the dryer? Forget messy drying racks--Maytag has a better system. Its Neptune Drying Center has a dryer on the bottom and a cabinet on top for sweaters, delicates, etc. Blowing air gently dries...

Will low-carb foods make you gain weight? New Atkins-friendly choices may not be so diet-friendly after all.(Testing Testing! News for you from the Good Housekeeping Institute)
April 1, 2004... Today, everybody's thinking about carbohydrate intake, including food manufacturers. They've flooded grocery stores with thousands of new "low-carb" products--everything from muffins to pasta. The question: Will cutting carbs get results--or...

How to win the waiting game: a minute here, a minute there--it all adds up to wasted time. So we got out our stopwatches to find the fastest ways to finish everyday tasks.(Testing Testing! News for you from the Good Housekeeping Institute)
April 1, 2004... TASK THE RACE TIME SAVED buying self-checkout vs. cashier 1 minute, groceries The self-checkout had a shorter line 23 seconds than the cashiers did, and...

GH to the Rescue!(A Call-Plan Battle Plan)
April 1, 2004... Last year, I signed up for Cingular's national wireless plan, which entitles me to free long distance. But when I received my bill, Cingular had charged me for all calls made out of my area. Total due: $1,521! I've called the company's service...

The best ways to clean tough spots: we scoured and scrubbed so you won't have to. From our experts, tools and tips to tackle your cleaning pet peeves.(Testing Testing! News for you from the Good Housekeeping Institute)
April 1, 2004... Bathroom tiles TOP TOOL CLR Bathroom and Kitchen Cleaner from Jelmar ($3.99 for 26 ounces) whitens tile grout faster than anything we've tried, with less scrubbing. It also zaps hard-water film and stains. OUR TIP After cleaning wall...

Home steamers: never iron again! Well, almost never. New garment steamers take the wrinkles out of suits, jackets, sweaters, dresses, and more--in record time.(Buyer's Guide)
April 1, 2004... Another week, another mountain of laundry. Who's got time to iron? In our steaming-versus-ironing tests, the steamer smoothed the creases from a silk blouse almost two minutes faster-and left the shirt looking just as pressed as the iron did....

Your special garden: turn a quiet corner of the yard into your own personal oasis. Major acreage not required--all you need is a nook and these inspiring ideas.(gardening)
April 1, 2004... Your home doesn't have to stop at the walls of your house. "An outdoor living room of dining area gives you an intimate space where you can be one with nature," says Joanne Kostecky, owner of Joanne Kostecky Garden Design, in Allentown,...

The Home Depot[R] presents Merge.(Special Advertising Section)(Advertisement)
April 1, 2004... WATCH MERGE, LIFETIME TELEVISION'S ROMANCE AND HOME DECOR REALITY SERIES, WITH HOST LISA RINNA, FRIDAYS AT 11PM ET/PT To love, to honor, and to cherish--that's what they promised. But does that mean he can find a place in his heart--and...

Merger: designer Fernando De Moraes Vision.(Special Advertising Section)(Advertisement)
April 1, 2004... Color: To unify Paul's art collection, Fernando chose a strong, earthy color (Behr Premium Plus' New Brick) in a low-gloss, easy-care eggshell finish for on accent wall reminscent of the exposed brick in on artist's loft. "Paul's paintings were...

The Home Depot: pro tips for flawless floors.(Special Advertising Section)(Advertisement)
April 1, 2004... #1 A Workforce wet saw efficiently cuts tiles down to the correct size at the edges of a pattern and around molding. "wear a dust mask and goggles," advises Merge's transformation supervisor, Charles Owens, "And guide the tile through slowly...

The Home Depot how-to: floor planning.(Special Advertising Section)(Advertisement)
April 1, 2004... #1 "To create a balanced pattern all the way around the edges, find the center point by dividing the length and width in two and drawing lines across the floor," says Locas. >From the center point you can determine how many tiles you will need...

Unveiling a modern classic: "a tile 'rug' can be an unexpected piece of art on the floor".(Special Advertising Section)(Advertisement)
April 1, 2004... On what was once a concrete porch, three different tiles from The Home Depot combine to transform unused space into an area of visual and textural interest between hardwood floors in the dining area and the soft carpeting of the added-on sunken...

Tile for your style.(Special Advertising Section)(Advertisement)
April 1, 2004... Feeling inspired? At The Home Depot there are miles of tiles to Choose from depending on your needs and decor theme. Mosaic tiles, which are less than 2 square inches, and decorative borders are often sold in sheets, making application easy,...

New gear to get you growing: now you can spend all afternoon in your garden--without risking blisters of a backache. These eight tools, tested by GHI experts, earn our green thumbs-up.(gardening)
April 1, 2004... LEAF RELIEF Clog-Free Rake, from Ames True Temper, $9.99. Leaves don't get stuck in this rake's V-shaped tines, so it's easier to clean flower beds. 800-833-3068 [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] SPEED WEEDING Push-Pull Weeder, from...

Unwelcome guests.(Household helpline: Heloise to the rescue)
April 1, 2004... Q: We've had a lot of wet weather and now have a big cockroach problem. What's the best way to get rid of them? --Dee Lee Thompkins, Siler City, North Carolina Heloise: With my mother's roach-bait recipe! Mix equal parts sugar and...

Good appliance-keeping.(Household helpline: Heloise to the rescue)
April 1, 2004... Big-screen cleaners 1 "Is there a special method for cleaning big-screen TVs without leaving streaks?" asks Kathy Luhr of Lake Havasu City, Arizona. I love our big-screen TV, but it does act like a big dust magnet. Regular household...

The right fluff.(Household helpline: Heloise to the rescue)
April 1, 2004... How to get the most from your clothes dryer. 1. Shake out damp items before placing them in the dryer to help reduce wrinkling and ensure that garments will dry completely. 2. Don't cram clothes into the dryer--it will take much longer...

You asked, Peggy answers.(Do the right thing: Peggy Post on everyday etiquette)
April 1, 2004... Q: We recently bought a swing set for our four-year-old, but now neighborhood kids come over to play at all hours. How can we limit these visits? And should we be talking to the kids or to their parents? A: Start with the parents. Discuss...

Five things you should know about ... dining-out dilemmas.(Do the right thing: Peggy Post on everyday etiquette)
April 1, 2004... 1. If your table is in a drafty, noisy, or otherwise bad location, you can politely ask to move--but only if other options are available and you haven't yet ordered. 2. If your plate doesn't arrive with the others, encourage everyone to...

So what would you do?(Do the right thing: Peggy Post on everyday etiquette)
April 1, 2004... Q: You have friends who often propose fun get-togethers--but they usually also include another couple whom you don't particularly like. What do you do? "Invite another couple whom we all like to help buffer the situation." --Debbie...

Pop quiz.(Do the right thing: Peggy Post on everyday etiquette)
April 1, 2004... Your boss failed to include you on a meeting announcement. All your coworkers were invited, so you wonder if you're supposed to show up--or if management is sending you a message. What's your next move? a. Say nothing. There must have been...

Talk to me: Joy Behar solves your trickiest problems.
April 1, 2004... Q: Six months ago, my son Tim moved back home after finishing college. Now he has started several home-improvement projects--laying down a new kitchen floor, regrouting the bathroom tile--that he has yet to finish. He leaves each thing hall...

Bad news (and good) for smokers.(health news)
April 1, 2004... Here's a worrisome new report: Women who smoke are more than twice as likely as male smokers to develop lung cancer. No one is sure why, but the increased risk docs help explain how lung cancer has come to be the leading cause of cancer death...

The latest medical tool is ..(health news)
April 1, 2004... ... an ordinary measuring tape! By simply checking your waistline, a doctor can tell whether you're at risk for diabetes. What's the cutoff? For women, 35 inches. Hit that number and you have a "spare tire"--a marker for the high overall...

Why paper cuts hurt so much.(health news)
April 1, 2004... Your fingertips have many nerve endings--you need that sensitivity to detect hot, cold, rough, soft, and other sensations. But that's also why slicing the tip with paper (which can feel as sharp as a blade) is so painful. Expose the cut to air...

Do you need a multivitamin?(Controversy)
April 1, 2004... Experts can't agree. One top group, reporting in JAMA, The Journal of the American Medical Association, recommended that all adults take a daily multivitamin. But a government panel has said there isn't enough evidence to prove supplements...

Drink up! Caffeine is OK.(health news)
April 1, 2004... If you have a serious coffee (or tea or cola) habit, you now have one less thing to worry about. Experts used to believe that drinking too much of these beverages would dehydrate you--the caffeine they contain acts as a diuretic, canceling out...

Hay fever: what you breathe and what you eat.(health news)
April 1, 2004... If you're allergic to ragweed, you know which plants are your enemy. But did you know you have to guard against certain foods too? The offenders: Bananas, cantaloupes, cucumbers, honeydews, watermelons, and zucchini--as well as the...

It wasn't just a blemish.(Diagnosis)
April 1, 2004... SYMPTOM Suzanne went to the eye doctor for her yearly exam. He checked her vision, then reviewed her general health. "Do you have high cholesterol?" the doctor asked. Suzanne was startled--why would he think that? "The white growth just below...

Warning! Sitting down can be dangerous to your health: you don't have to be a trucker to hurt yourself on the job--in fact, you don't even have to work outside the home! Surprising causes of nagging pain and how to stop it.(health)
April 1, 2004... i was thrilled when I got my first writing assignment ten years ago--and didn't think much about it when, at the end of a long day at the computer, my back was a little achy. But after four years of desk work, I hurt so much, I couldn't carry...

Bedbugs are back! These horrifying insects were wiped out decades ago. Now they're causing problems in even the cleanest homes. Could yours be next?(health)
April 1, 2004... kay Harsha couldn't sleep, which was worrisome since 20 little boys were coming over for her son's tenth birthday party the next day. But she couldn't stop thinking about the red spots on her face and arms. Her doctor thought she might have...

Soggy boots?(Product Test)
April 1, 2004... Ever get sick of waiting for the inside of kids' rain boots to dry? We evaluated nine popular brands to see if some perform better than others. When we poured two cups of water into each boot and timed how long it took for the inside to dry...

Precious gels.(Trend Spotting)
April 1, 2004... They're more than a sticker, less than a poster. GelGems--colorful, reusable shapes that kids can slap onto refrigerators, mirrors, walls, even cups--are actually a kitchen experiment gone terribly right. Two years ago, chemist Alfredo Tubert...

Dangerous cribs.(Safety Alert)
April 1, 2004... When Nicole Tinnirello's ten-month-old son pulled himself up in his crib, the rail started to tremble. Tinnirello grabbed her baby--and watched as the side of the crib collapsed. "I was terrified," says the Brooklyn, New York, mom. "What if...

Is your child cheating? Don't be so quick to say no. Statistics show that more and more schoolkids are guilty. Straight talk on how to stop the wrongdoing.(family)
April 1, 2004... marianne Sullivan was disappointed but not all that surprised. When the literature teacher at Penn Manor High School, in Millersville, Pennsylvania, gave a vocabulary test last year, she noticed a student pulling crib notes from under his...

Fighting for a miracle: Amanda was 26 years old, six months pregnant, and in a coma. She wasn't expected to survive--and neither was her baby. The story of one woman's heroic struggle.(family)
April 1, 2004... Amanda Thomas is one of those young moms with the multitasking gene. Standing in the kitchen of her high-desert home, she heats a bottle in a small pan of water, using only her right arm. Her left is cradling six-month-old Charlie, who is...

Child of Hollywood: her famous parents had a messy split. She's been on countless failed sitcoms. But with a new hit show and a gorgeous baby daughter, actress Joely Fisher has plenty to smile about.(spotlight)
April 1, 2004... actress Joely Fisher, star of the Lifetime drama Wild Card, loves to brag about her two-year-old daughter, Skylar Grace... not to mention her husband of seven years, Chris Duddy. "I was with a girlfriend and her family recently," says Joely....

Meet the parents.(spotlight)
April 1, 2004... By 1953, Eddie Fisher-star of his own TV show, Coke Time with Eddie Fisher--was one of the most popular singers in America, with a string of hits, including "Any Time" and "Oh! My Pa-Pa." But the negative publicity surrounding his affair with...

Mastering the mix: what's old looks new again (and vice versa) when antiques and contemporary classics are under one roof.(Your house: style & design)
April 1, 2004... Designers thrive on contradictions: They make airy spaces cozy, formal rooms comfy, stale schemes fresh. So when John Eric Sebesta, of New York City, was offered the challenge of combining furniture from two homes that were decorated in very...

High tech for your home office: new options so cool they make work fun.(your house)
April 1, 2004... GIMME SHELTER For your combination office/guestroom: The Broyhill Attic Heirlooms Computer Armoire ($788, 800-327-6944) looks traditional but conceals your monitor, CPU, keyboard, and printer. It's available in distressed oak, in four...

Ready to renovate? Here's how to make sure you get your money back when it's time to sell.(your house)
April 1, 2004... Dreaming of a kitchen upgrade? Dying for a bathroom Jacuzzi? If home improvement is on your mind, you're not alone: The renovation market is expected to hit a record $265 billion by 2008. But while most fix-ups are worth having, not all of them...

My mother's secrets: in an excerpt from her new book, The Opposite of Fate, Amy Tan reflects on her embattled relationship with her mom--and how time and loss finally drew them closer.(book bonus)
April 1, 2004... When I was in 20s, at a time when my mother and I were not getting along that well, she asked me, in her Shanghai-inflected English, "If I die, what you remember?" Here we go, I thought, the old Chinese-torture routine. I answered something...

Glad presents make-ahead meals.(Advertisement)
April 1, 2004... CHICKEN BREAST SAUTE Serves 4 4 tablespoons butter 4 boneless, skinless chicken breast halves (6 ounces each) 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour salt and pepper 1/2 cup chopped shallots 1 cup peeled and diced red potatoes...

Make-ahead: spring into action.(Advertisement)
April 1, 2004... This is the time for fresh ideas, especially those that save time in the kitchen. Why bother with complicated meal preparation when you can be out enjoying the season? With the right tools and tips, taking a new, more efficient approach to...

"Every dog has his day.(proverbs)
April 1, 2004... The dog in question was my childhood pet, Buttons Stein, and the day-a spring Saturday in 1962-lives as vividly in family memory as any moment of human triumph. To the naked eve, Buttons was unexceptional. A smallish mutt of largely beagle...

Faith renewed: she's got a red-hot husband and three adorable little girls. But Faith Hill has faced plenty of heartbreak. How she survived the tough times--and found happiness.
April 1, 2004... At first: glance, it would seem that nothing could ruffle her feathers. On top of the world professionally, Faith Hill is happily wed to heartthrob Tim McGraw. Together they share a sprawling, bucolic farm in Tennessee with their three...

An extra special easter: hard-boiled eggs? Save them for egg salad. Make this year memorable with these easy but elegant crafts.
April 1, 2004... Sew pretty! Pass on the plastic grass. Instead, dress up a blue basket with green pleated ribbon from Mokuba (sewn to a fabric scrap to make a liner). Top with candy and organza bags filled with plastic eggs. [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] ...

How much do you know about your daughter's boyfriend? Dating violence is surprisingly common. But for parents, saving an infatuated girl from an abusive guy is a challenging, even dangerous, proposition.
April 1, 2004... It's the first sweltering day of summer in a suburb north of New York City. Hair pulled back into a ponytail, Alyse, 19, strides into the restaurant wearing a pale-green strappy tank top, low-slung jeans, and a cell phone attached to her hip....

Cheer factor: call it style with a smile: clothes so colorful they'll brighten your day.
April 1, 2004... STRIKE A POSE Fuchsia V-neck cardigan by Donna Ricco. Yellow cotton T-shirt by Michael Stars. Capri pants by Emanuel Ungaro. Earrings from Alex and Ani. Apple-print canvas bag with white leather straps from Rafe. Opposite: Tangerine,...

Are you the jealous type? We all feel pangs of longing for what someone else has--whether it's a pair of fabulous shoes of a handsome husband. How to know what's Normal--and what can be destructive.
April 1, 2004... When I leaf through the yellowed pages of my old diary, one name shows up more than any other the year I turned 13: Leslie P. She came to school that fall wearing a pair of brand-new knee-high boots, and I instantly wished they were mine. ...

Gone with the wind (1939).(big-screen jealousy)
April 1, 2004... Rivals Sexy Scarlett O'Hara (Vivien Leigh) and saintly Melanie Hamilton (Olivia de Havilland). The prize Ashley Wilkes whom Scarlett loves--but Melanie marries. Quote Scarlett to Ashley: "You'd rather live with that silly little fool...

Chicago (2002).(big-screen jealousy)
April 1, 2004... Rivals Major vamp Velma Kelly (Catherine Zeta-Jones) and mini vamp Roxie Hart (Renee Zellweger). The prize The bigger headline for who shot a man who'd done her wrong. Quote Velma: "First she steals my publicity. Then she steals my...

Beaches (1988).(big-screen jealousy)
April 1, 2004... Rivak Raucous C.C. Bloom (Bette Midler) and demure Hillary Essex (Barbara Hershey). The prize C.C.'s stardom, Hillary's fortune, and, oh yes, C.C.'s boyfriend. Quote Hiltary to C.C.: "I was jealous. I was so jealous of you I couldn't...

All About Eve (1950).(big-screen jealousy)
April 1, 2004... Rivals Stage star Margo Channing (Bette Davis) and would-be star Eve Harrington (Anne Baxter). The prize A big part in a new play. Quote Margo to Eve on awards night, shown: "Lovely speech, Eve. But I wouldn't worry so much about your...

Yes! Chicken again: cure the bird blahs with these all-new, easy dishes--from fast to fancy.(Recipes)
April 1, 2004... Chicken Breasts a l'Orange PREP 5 minutes COOK about 17 minutes MAKES 4 main-dish servings 1 box (6 ounces) quick-cooking long-grain and wild rice mix 1 tablespoon margarine or butter 4 medium skinless, boneless...