Good Housekeeping articles from August 2005

Good Housekeeping archives from August 2005

Brave Brooke.(LETTERS)(Letter to the Editor)
August 1, 2005... Our May issue featured an interview with Brooke Shields and an excerpt from her book about her struggle with postpartum depression. Brooke's story sparked many responses from readers. Jennifer Grooms of Slippery Rock, Pennsylvania, said, "Tears...

Gotta go.(LETTERS)(Letter to the Editor)
August 1, 2005... I'm writing to thank you for the article "Rushing to the Restroom?" (May). I have interstitial cystitis, and I know that many people are unaware of this problem. Hopefully, with more stories like yours, women and doctors will become more...

Super stories.(LETTERS)(Letter to the Editor)
August 1, 2005... I am currently reading the May short story, "Mrs. Anderson's Daughter Gets Married." I just want to say that Good Housekeeping always has the best fiction of any magazine I have ever read! --Janet Umberger, Anderson, Indiana

Predators on the prowl.(LETTERS)(Letter to the Editor)
August 1, 2005... I read with great interest the article "The Sex Offender Next Door" (May). Like other parents, I worry that my child is not safe playing in my yard. How is it that Martha Stewart is under house arrest while sex offenders are living among us?...

Girls' night!(LETTERS)(Letter to the Editor)
August 1, 2005... In a contest last April, we asked readers to tell us why they valued their girlfriends. Michelle Franklin, left, of Estacada, Oregon, won six sets of Karen Neuburger pajamas and books for herself and her gal pals. Says Michelle, "The pajamas...

Give yourself a hand!(Brief Article)(Advertisement)
August 1, 2005... Moms today not only have their hands full--they have their hands in everything. We're managing to be not only good mothers, but great leaders, activists, and motivators. The key to a successful juggling act is letting go of perfection for a...

August idea of the month.(A PEACEFUL PERCH ON THE PORCH)(Brief Article)
August 1, 2005... What makes this sunroom so inviting? Design tricks that can work in any space. First, bring in color like the grass green of the slipcover on this cozy chair, says Randy Florke, author of Your House, Your Home. Then add whimsy: The telephone...

Have fun with ferns.(NATURE'S FEAST)(Brief Article)
August 1, 2005... Turn over a new leaf at the dinner table with this simple setting: Just place a pair of fern fronds between a glass plate and a charger (remove fronds before the main course). This elegant, layered arrangement would also work well with pressed...

New ways to beat the bugs.(Good ideas)(Advertisement)
August 1, 2005... To get ready for the great outdoors in a flash, try Avon Skin-So-Soft Bug Guard Plus Towelettes. The formula helps protect you from bites and provides SPF 15. Hate smelling like bug spray? Cutter Advanced spray has a nongreasy repellent that's...

Wear a flower on your sleeve.(BUY IT OR MAKE IT)(Brief Article)
August 1, 2005... You can give a plain shirt a chic pick-me-up by adding a magnetic brooch to a cuff. Make your own garment gem by gluing a magnet to the back of a pretty pin. Or buy one: The Maggie brooch at right is from Detra Kay Jewelry Designs. ...

Flaunt photos on a ribbon.(QUICK FIX FOR PICS)(Brief Article)
August 1, 2005... Create a mini family gallery with a ribbon and children's hair clips. With a sewing machine, stitch buttonholes into the ribbon (or just use a hole punch). Insert a clip through each hole and attach the photos. It's easy to swap in new shots...

Save time when you pack.(Good ideas)(Brief Article)
August 1, 2005... Write up a list of travel items you always need--but often forget--then place it in a colorful luggage tag and tuck it away in your suitcase. Then, when you're getting ready for that summer vacation or family reunion, you won't leave home...

A charmed life.(Good ideas)(Book Review)
August 1, 2005... They're nostalgic, classic, and trendy: Charms are the most creative, personal jewelry you can own--whether you add some to a pet's collar or design a bracelet to pass down to your kids. Want to collect treasured trinkets? Be inspired by the...

What's the best way to clean a lampshade without damaging it?(Good advice: HELOISE TO THE RESCUE)(Letter to the Editor)
August 1, 2005... Q What's the best way to clean a lampshade without damaging it?--Tony May, Oshkosh, Wisconsin Dust with a new makeup brush--or use my favorite: a microfiber cloth. For washable shades, fill the bathtub with lukewarm water and add a few...

Bathroom blemishes.(Good advice: HELOISE TO THE RESCUE)(Column)
August 1, 2005... TO REMOVE RUST RINGS ON TUB LEDGES If there are rings (like those left by a shaving cream can), make a paste of cream of tartar and hydrogen peroxide. Rub a small amount into the stain with an old toothbrush and keep scrubbing until the mark is...

Help for household problems.(Good advice: HELOISE TO THE RESCUE)(Column)
August 1, 2005... 1. DIRTY COFFEEPOTS "Do you need to use soap each time you rinse out a coffeepot?" writes Erin Kelly Whipple of Manchester, New Hampshire. It's OK to rinse a pot with plain water on most mornings, but remember that over time, oil from the...

How to recycle (almost) anything: make the garbage can your last resort. You can dump computers, batteries, and other bulky stuff-guilt free!(Good advice)(Brief Article)
August 1, 2005... you probably sort paper, plastic, and household metal on a daily basis--but what about the tough stuff?. There are reasons to go beyond the usual recycling: Unwieldy household toss-outs take up tons of space in landfills. Worse, items such as...

Pop quiz.(Good advice: PEGGY POST ON MODERN MANNERS)(Column)
August 1, 2005... A woman ahead of you in the grocery checkout line is yelling at the cashier. In your opinion, the customer's conduct is not justified. What should you do? a. Intercede, asking the woman to please express her displeasure more politely. ...

Pet peeve.(Good advice: PEGGY POST ON MODERN MANNERS)(Column)
August 1, 2005... "I have an acquaintance who tries to outdo any story I tell. Whatever I've done, she's done bigger and better. How can I politely shut her down?" I call this type of person the one-upper. We all know someone like her: She listens to your...

You asked, Peggy answers.(Good advice: PEGGY POST ON MODERN MANNERS)(Column)
August 1, 2005... Q: I often take my ten-year-old and her best friend to the movies. The girl's mom never offers me money, nor does she take them out herself. What can I do so I'm not always footing the bill? A: Maybe the other mother figures you're willing...

So what would you do?(Good advice: PEGGY POST ON MODERN MANNERS)(Column)
August 1, 2005... Two of your cousins had a fight years ago and haven't spoken since. You want to invite both to your son's birthday party. How do you handle it? SHE SAYS: "I'd invite both but not inform either of the other's imitation." --Elaine...

Makeover magic: one lucky family won a contest and got an instant style update for their living room.(Good house)(Brief Article)
August 1, 2005... ever wish you could snap your fingers and have your house magically restyled for you? Well, that's what happened to Deborah Rizzo of Miller Place, New York. This wife and mother of three won a HomeGoods store sweepstakes for a $5,000 makeover...

Good deals: looks you'll love--for less.(Advertisement)
August 1, 2005... SKIN SAVER (WIN) Curel Natural Healing lotion is free to 300 readers. See page 171. [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] SPLURGE VS. STEAL Stylish tunics are great for hiding flaws; by Helen Welsh, top, and Boston Proper. $135 ...

Want strong, healthy nails? If yours crack, split, or refuse to grow, try our solutions for fingers and toes.(Good looks)
August 1, 2005... Why is it so hard to grow and maintain gorgeous nails? One big reason: Nails aren't alive; they're dead (if they were living tissue, they could repair themselves instead of making us do it for them). If nails aren't alive, then how do they...

A veggie cure?(Good health)(Book Review)
August 1, 2005... In the 2004 documentary Super Size Me, filmmaker Morgan Spurlock followed a McDonald's-only diet for a month-and ended up with a 25-pound weight gain and serious health problems. His fiance, vegan chef Alex Jamieson, developed a special diet to...

Medication meltdown.(Good health)(Brief Article)
August 1, 2005... Summer alert Mail-order drugs should not sit in your mailbox. Gelatin capsules can warp, the powder inside may clump, and-most alarming-the medicine may deliver less than the expected dose. That's what researchers at the Carl T. Hayden VA...

Now hear this!(Good health)(Brief Article)
August 1, 2005... Do you clean out your ears with cotton swabs? Don't! Earwax is healthy, protecting the delicate inner parts of the ear against infections and scratches, says Christina M. McAlpin, M.D., an ear, nose, and throat surgeon at Cedars-Sinai Medical...

Did you ever smoke? The test that can Save your life.(Good health)
August 1, 2005... two years ago, Sandy Clark Oehler, 43, of Raleigh, North Carolina, was experiencing unusual back pain after surgery to repair a heart valve. ACT scan revealed that her heart was fine--but that there was a mass at the top of her right lung. It...

The incredible shrinking fibroid! Suddenly, there are lots of good ways to treat this common condition. But which one is right for you?(Good health)
August 1, 2005... tami Smith was always busy and full of energy--unless she was having her period. Then this software engineer and part-time aerobics instructor would often have to stay home, overcome by pain and by bleeding so heavy she needed super tampons and...

Clean air ...(Guaranteed Keepers: Seal-holding products no baby's room should be without!)(Advertisement)
August 1, 2005... For allergy relief 24/7, invest in a Hunter high-efficiency QuietFlo[R] HEPA air purifier that is effective in removing airborne allergens. For more information about Hunter air purifiers, visit www.hunterfan.com. [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED]

Soft and comfortable ...(Guaranteed Keepers: Seal-holding products no baby's room should be without!)(Advertisement)
August 1, 2005... Create a soft and comfortable environment for your new baby--from the floor up! Evaluated for quality and performance, Good Housekeeping Carpet is available exclusively at Carpet One. For a Carpet One store near you call 800-CARPET-1 or visit...

Tangle-free ...(Guaranteed Keepers: Seal-holding products no baby's room should be without!)(Advertisement)
August 1, 2005... With new JOHNSON'S[R] BUDDIES[TM] Easy-comb Shampoo. tangles don't stand a chance. And it's just one in a line of bath products designed specially for toddlers. Find more ways to make bath time easier at JohnsonsBuddies.com. [ILLUSTRATION...

Fresh and dry ...(Guaranteed Keepers: Seal-holding products no baby's room should be without!)(Advertisement)
August 1, 2005... Only Pampers Feel 'n Learn has the suspended Wet Sensation Liner[TM] to give your child a better signal of wetness than the other leading training pant. Feel 'n Learn helps you master potty training. Now that's a powerfully good feeling. ...

How to get out of debt fast: follow this foolproof advice and you'll be back on solid ground before you know it!(money talk)
August 1, 2005... You know the feeling: The bills are piling up, but you're so far behind, you can't bear to open them. When you do, you realize there's only enough in your account to make the minimum payments. You've got plenty of company. The average...

Congratulations! You won the prize. Now pay the tax.(Money)
August 1, 2005... You've read about people winning the Mega Millions jackpot. You've seen members of Oprah's audience walk away with free cars. You've watched those renovations on Extreme Makeover: Home Edition. With all the big prizes up for grabs, you too...

Terrific for your teeth: make your pearly whites sparkle with these fabulous (and funky) new toothbrush styles.(the Best of Everything: TESTING FROM THE GOOD HOUSEKEEPING INSTITUTE)(Brief Article)
August 1, 2005... The latest models look like they're from outer space with their wild colors and weird shapes. But our Good Housekeeping Institute testers loved how the uneven bristles got into those hard-to-reach nooks and crannies. So which one should you...

Suede upholstery that stands up to stains.(the Best of Everything: TESTING FROM THE GOOD HOUSEKEEPING INSTITUTE)(Brief Article)
August 1, 2005... Culp isn't the first textiles maker to claim that its microsuede upholstery is stain resistant, but its version of the fabric is the first to pass our tests. We doused the lush material-available on furniture made by Broyhill, Bassett, and nine...

Tastiest baked beans.(the Best of Everything: TESTING FROM THE GOOD HOUSEKEEPING INSTITUTE)(Brief Article)
August 1, 2005... Which brand is king of the cookout? We tasted original and vegetarian varieties to find the crowd pleasers. THE WINNERS: Bush's Original Baked Beans ($1.59), seasoned with bacon and brown sugar, was the standout. If you're on a budget, check...

Rubber gloves we love.(the Best of Everything: TESTING FROM THE GOOD HOUSEKEEPING INSTITUTE)(Brief Article)
August 1, 2005... These durable new styles-which outdid a tried-and-true favorite in our tests-make washing dishes less of a drag. (1) Mr. Clean's Neoprene-Coated Gloves ($1.89) are great for both basic and heavy-duty jobs. A chemical-resistant finish helps...

Cordless phones worth talking about: say goodbye to staticky, crackly conversations with these four champs.(the Best: BUYER'S GUIDE)(Buyers Guide)
August 1, 2005... FAMILY PICK The Motorola MD761 ($100) lets you add up to seven extra handsets ($60 each). They plug in to regular outlets--no phone jacks required. Lost power? This winner can run on batteries too. [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] BARGAIN...

Motorized menace: electric skateboards are the latest trend. But parents, watch out.(Family time)
August 1, 2005... if your child hasn't already begged for one of these hot new machines, get ready! Souped-up skateboards, now cheaper than ever, are touted as must-haves for teens and tweens. Engineers at the Good Housekeeping Institute evaluated three popular...

Good food! So long, summer! Hello, school. How to feed your kids' brainpower this year: A+ advice from top experts.(back to school report)
August 1, 2005... my kids drink a lot of juice. Is that bad for them? "Choose 100 percent fruit juices over the fruit-flavored kinds [which have fewer nutrients]. But since even the former have lots of calories and sugar, children over seven should have only...

Health off the shelf: prepared foods just got better. So when you're stocking up for the school week, just pull out this kid-pleasing shopping list.(back to school)
August 1, 2005... tweens are food-seeking missiles, seemingly programmed to zero in on snacks that are loaded with sugar, calories, and trans fat. And we're supposed to stand between them and their snacks, convincing them to eat cherries not chips, celery not...

Getting personal: Joy Behar solves your problems.(Column)
August 1, 2005... Q I don't understand my 24-year-old daughter's taste in men. Each guy that Kelly brings home has more tattoos and body piercings than the last. These boys look like pincushions! They all have jobs and seem nice enough, but I can barely look at...

Bulge battle.(Getting personal: JOY BEHAR SOLVES YOUR PROBLEMS)(Column)
August 1, 2005... My best girlfriend, Denise, lost more than 20 pounds a few years ago. Lately, the weight has started creeping back on, and occasionally Denise will say something like "Oh, I'm getting so fat again." I always reassure her that she looks great,...

Joy to the world.(Getting personal: JOY BEHAR SOLVES YOUR PROBLEMS)(Column)
August 1, 2005... I READ RECENTLY THAT AIRPORT SAFETY HASN'T DRAMATICALLY CHANGED despite new security measures. How can this be? I've been practically disrobing to get through the metal detector. Also, I now fly far from home without my tweezers, and as a...

Unhelpful hubby.(Getting personal: JOY BEHAR SOLVES YOUR PROBLEMS)(Column)
August 1, 2005... Why can't my husband help me clean up around the house when we're having company over? When I ask him to tidy up the living room, he looks right past the piles of magazines and toys and says, "Everything looks good to me." Is the man blind? ...

Stop putting yourself down! You know that nasty little voice inside your head? The one that's always criticizing? How to stop the toxic talk ... and make nice.(Getting Personal)
August 1, 2005... here's something you can try at home. For the next half hour, go about your normal business and pay attention to what's going on inside your head. Write down what you hear. Is your inner voice telling you how thin you look? Is it complimenting...

A gift from heaven: Margaret Clark desperately wanted to have a baby. Then her husband suddenly died--and she had to make a brave decision.(Getting personal)
August 1, 2005... Margaret A. Peckham Clark has a plaque in her home that reads Believe in miracles. She always has. Now, though, she has a special reason: the cooing little boy with piercing blue eyes and reddish-gold hair lying on a mat beside her. ...

Grow a beautiful garden.(Keepers Fun Summer Finds)(Advertisement)
August 1, 2005... Over-or-underwatering your potted plants? Miracle-Gro[R] Moisture Control[R] Potting Mix takes the guesswork out of watering. It stores 33% more water than ordinary soils and grows plants twice as big. For more information, visit...

The taste of honey and graham.(Keepers Fun Summer Finds)(Advertisement)
August 1, 2005... Millions of Americans love the delicious taste of Life[R] cereal. Made with Quaker Wholegrain Oats, it has the wholesome goodness and nutrition your family needs. For more information, visit lifecereal.com. [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED]

They stay on strong until the job's done.(Keepers Fun Summer Finds)(Advertisement)
August 1, 2005... New BAND-AID[R] Brand TOUGH-STRIPS[R] Waterproof bandages have a super-stick adhesive and a unique fiber reinforcement that makes them 2X stronger than ordinary waterproof bandages. [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED]

Everyone makes mistakes.(Keepers Fun Summer Finds)(Advertisement)
August 1, 2005... Whether your kids make their mistakes doing homework or a special project, unmaking them is a lot more fun with Crayola[R] Erasable Crayons, Markers and Colored Pencils. [c] 2005 Binney & Smith. All rights reserved. Crayola and Chevron...

Work at home.(Keepers Fun Summer Finds)(Advertisement)
August 1, 2005... Be a Medical Transcriptionist and earn up to $40,000 a year with experience. Train at home to type medical reports from doctors' dictation. To get free facts and a color brochure on our accredited training, call 800-475-0100 or write to: Dept....

Protect and preserve.(Keepers Fun Summer Finds. SentryTablePad.com)(Advertisement)
August 1, 2005... Guard your table and save with custom-made table pads direct from America's oldest and largest manufacturer of table pads. Call 800-328-7237 for free information or visit SentryTablePad.com. [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED]

Go Red.(Keepers Fun Summer Finds americanheart.org/red )(Advertisement)
August 1, 2005... Go Red for Women is about women choosing longer, stronger lives. Choose life by joining the movement and learning about how you can have a heart-healthy life. Call 888-MY-HEART or visit americanheart.org/red to get your free red dress pin. ...

Clip-n-go.(Keepers Fun Summer Finds)(Advertisement)
August 1, 2005... The Wahl[R] Colorpro[TM] Color-Coded Haircut Kit makes cutting hair at home even easier. The color-coded guide makes it easy to plan and remember each time you cut. wahl.com [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED]

Secrets of a pet therapist: when animals act up, Dr. Lynne Seibert steps in--to teach old dogs (and cats and birds) new tricks.(Real lives)
August 1, 2005... edgar was driving his owner crazy. The gray-and-white cat that Kaaren Haugen had adopted in spring 2004 had a serious litter box issue: As in, he preferred to do his business on the floor. Edgar's potty problem had gotten so bad, Haugen had to...

Bad guys, beware! A personal tragedy turned her into a passionate crusader against crime. Meet Nancy Grace, the TV host who takes no prisoners.(Real lives)
August 1, 2005... a thick veneer of television makeup and a halo of highlighted hair almost hide the evidence: Nancy Grace, courtroom commentator, is battling a bad case of bronchitis. Fortunately, Grace, 45, host of Court TV's Nancy Grace: Closing Arguments and...

There's no business like sew business! These four women found a way to turn their creativity into cash. And you can do the same.(Real lives)
August 1, 2005... Beautiful-bag lady Ann Turnbull Newport Beach, California What she makes Monogrammed drawstring bags, duffel bags, and beach totes How she got the idea In 2002, when one of her four sons was a high school senior, Turnbull had...

We're looking for people to write children's books.
August 1, 2005... If you've ever dreamed of writing for children, here's your chance to test that dream... and find out if you have the aptitude to make it a reality. If you do, we'll teach you how to crack one of today's most rewarding markets for new writers....

Feel free to be inspired.(Keepers Fun Summer Finds)(Advertisement)
August 1, 2005... Visit any Mannington[R] retailer or go to mannington.com for a free copy of Simple Design Inspired by You. It's 40 idea-filled pages with design inspiration from Pier 1 Imports[R], Sherwin-Williams, Corian[R] and Mannington. [ILLUSTRATION...

New POISE[R] panty hugs your every curve, follows your every move.(Keepers Fun Summer Finds)(Advertisement)
August 1, 2005... Poise is the only product for bladder weakness designed to look, feel and fit like women's underwear. Soft, scalloped waistband fits comfortably. Cottony, clothlike material stretches and moves with you. For more information about POISE...

Special School.(Keepers Fun Summer Finds. Stewarthome.com)(Advertisement)
August 1, 2005... Stewart Home School provides education and a full lifestyle for intellectually disabled children and adults. There are opportunities for progress at any age--multiple educational, vocational, recreational and social activities. Call the Stewart...

Enter the "girls' night giveaway" and win The Upside of Anger DVD.(Keepers Fun Summer Finds)(Advertisement)
August 1, 2005... "Joan Allen delivers the performance of her career," says Clay Smith of Access Hollywood, playing a single mother raising four teenage daughters while trying to make sense of her relationship with a retired baseball star. The Upside of Anger...

Get work done wherever you are.(Keepers Fun Summer Finds)(Advertisement)
August 1, 2005... Finally, fun and functionality in one easy-to-use invention! Small enough to go anywhere because it's half the size of a traditional Sharpie! The Sharpie snap cap and ring allows you to conveniently carry it on your key chain, backpack, bag, or...

Take the guesswork out of buying a used car.(Keepers Fun Summer Finds)(Advertisement)
August 1, 2005... Every Ford quality-checked pre-owned vehicle comes with: * Manufacturer's 6-year warranty/75,000-mile power-train limited warranty backed by Ford Motor Company * A must-pass 115-point inspection * Vehicle history report *...

Dr. Phil's fat fighting secrets: no willpower? No motivation? No problem. The life coach's five simple steps to help you drop pounds, get real, and conquer what's been holding you back.
August 1, 2005... As anyone who has read his books or watched his TV talk show can tell you, Phil McGraw has a way with words--and his are blunt, direct, and designed to provide, as he puts it, "a wake-up call." So when it comes to weight loss, Dr. Phil isn't...

They did it their way.(Weight loss.)
August 1, 2005... Carolee Maurice lost 63 pounds STATS: Married with three kids; 37 years old; from Advance, North Carolina HEAVIEST WEIGHT: 186 pounds CURRENT WEIGHT: 123 pounds TIME IT TOOK: Six months HOW SHE GAINED: During her third...

Tools to take it off: equipment that's worth the money (and some that isn't).(Brief Article)
August 1, 2005... Jim's raves JUMP ROPE For $10 or less, you can get a terrific cardiovascular workout that requires minimal time and space. Just remember to always jump on a soft surface like grass and to wear cushioned sneakers. [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED]...

Rhapsody in blue (and white): with its clean color scheme and simple styling, this Nantucket home radiates summer serenity.
August 1, 2005... Even the dishes--a charming collection of blue transferware-stay loyal to the pared-down palette Seaside scene From sandy beige to ocean blue, all the colors take their cue from the outdoors. Wooden planks and fish accents create a...

The complaint is in the mail: meet a ticked-off customer who waged a campaign against rudeness and bad service ... one letter at a time.(Column)
August 1, 2005... It all started at Johnny Rockets, a restaurant chain that features diner decor, loud music, and a staff that sings and dances whenever Aretha Franklin's "Respect" comes on the jukebox. Kids love Johnny Rockets. That's why I took my ten-year-old...

Change your look, change your age: want to look younger than you are? Your clothes and makeup can help you tell a charming little white lie.
August 1, 2005... Suzanne Johnson, 41, needed just one tip: more zip! Fashion fixes * LOOK FOR PRETTY, PLAYFUL DETAILS Her new outfit includes fun embroidery, a laser-cut hemline, and a sweet bow at the neck. * BE BRAVE WITH COLOR Here, we...

Quick cookout: light up the coals for these fast and fabulous weeknight dinners that break the barbecue mold.
August 1, 2005... Have you tried... FRUIT ON THE FIRE Grilled fruit has an intense, caramelized sweetness that is a great complement to savory meat or fish dishes. It also makes a healthy dessert course. Try grilling pineapple, mangoes, plums,...

Home cooking: "a tangy topper for Caesar salad".(RECIPES)(Brief Article)
August 1, 2005... When Romaine Springer of Waldorf, Maryland, asked Good Housekeeping to track down the recipe for the "grilled" Caesar salad from the Crossing at Casey Jones in La Plata, we were intrigued. The restaurant's owners, Lisa and Paul Bales, told us...

In my kitchen.(RECIPES)(Brief Article)
August 1, 2005... GIFTS FROM SPAIN Whenever a GH foodie travels, we look forward to her first day back in the office--that's when we get to sample the culinary souvenirs. Cathy Lo, assistant food editor, recently returned from Spain armed with smoked paprika,...

Laughs.(your Goodhouse guide)(Cartoon)
August 1, 2005... "If 'everybody else's mother turned up at a PTA meeting and identified herself, she would be lynched."--Erma Bombeck, humorist "It's 100 percent feng shui compliant." "Well, dear, it depends. Do you mean home-cooked home cooked or...

Alert: recalls.(RECALLS)
August 1, 2005... Are there unsafe products in your home? Check the list below. These items were recalled by manufacturers in cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission. For more information, contact the companies at the numbers listed below,...

Romance in the blue bathroom: after 14 years of marriage and raising a family, Caddie wondered if she and Will could reclaim their passion. Then an unexpected visitor changed everything.(Column)
August 1, 2005... the empty house set at the top of a long unpaved drive was a stucco clunker. Blackberry bramble overran the fences and tangled toward the outbuildings--a windowless barn and a couple of splintering sheds. For Sale. House and 3 Acres. In the...

Cindy Crawford: the supermodel turned skin-care queen on making money, marrying well, and being a good Midwestern girl.(burning questions for ...)(Brief Article)(Interview)
August 1, 2005... Who is your hero? "Definitely my mom. She's had some tough times, like when my brother died, and she hasn't become bitter or angry. When I was younger, I used to call her Pollyanna--and I didn't mean it as a compliment. But as I've gotten...