Good Housekeeping articles from August 2006

Good Housekeeping archives from August 2006

Every Apron tells a story.(BEHIND THE SCENES)
August 1, 2006... In June 2004, we featured EllynAnne Geisel, a.k.a, the Apron Lady, in our pages. Now EllynAnne has put together a charming guide to this essential garment--filled with beautiful photos from her personal collection, easy-to-follow apron patterns...

Happy family.(On your mind: LETTERS)(Letter to the editor)
August 1, 2006... I read each month's issue cover to cover, and I must say that "From Russia, with Love" (June) was the best story yet! What incredible devotion the Waybourns have to their five adopted sons. I am sure they will all mature into great men. ...

Cruise controversy.(On your mind: LETTERS)(Letter to the editor)
August 1, 2006... I was disappointed that Tom Cruise was on your June cover ("Tom Cruise: No Regrets"). His views on mental illness are a disservice to people everywhere. As a women's magazine, Good Housekeeping should not support uninformed opinions about these...

Nutty nuptials.(On your mind: LETTERS)(Letter to the editor)
August 1, 2006... I loved your article on wedding mishaps ("Wacky Wedding Disasters," June). Confusion about obtaining a marriage license led to my wedding taking place in the living room of a justice of the peace! Despite that rocky start, my husband and I are...

Best tresses.(On your mind: LETTERS)
August 1, 2006... "The Kindest Cut" (June) told how Today show anchor Ann Curry donated her hair to Locks of Love, which gives hairpieces to sick kids. The story drew enthusiastic responses from readers, among them Elizabeth Berkowitz of Pennington, New Jersey....

"What can I do to make my home fall-proof?".(housekeeping)(Brief article)
August 1, 2006... Falls are the number one cause of death in the home and a leading cause of injury. To protect your family, follow these suggestions: * Place a nonskid pad under area rugs to prevent slippage. * Always use rubber mats or traction pads in...

"I never got my gift cards!".(Home Depot Inc. reissues gift card lost in transportation)(Brief article)
August 1, 2006... Ouch! Last September, I bought a washer and dryer at Home Depot. Each appliance came with an offer for a $25 Home Depot gift card. I sent in the paperwork, but no cards arrived. When I called, I was told they had already been sent but that...

The day I became a daddy.
August 1, 2006... my first child was born on December 16, 2004, just before I flew into Iraq with the Army National Guard. Sitting in a tented phone center at an air base in Kuwait, I was on the line as my wife, Sally, gave birth. From half a planet away, I...

August: idea of the month.(ART THAT'S CHEAPER BY THE DOZEN)
August 1, 2006... Have a bare wall that needs a big-impact look? Fill the space by hanging a group of botanical prints. To find a collection of images, check out a favorite calendar or vintage book-or visit a flea market. The multiplied effect is more...

Cheerful chiller.(Good ideas)
August 1, 2006... For summer parties, set out a pick-of-the-crop drink cooler. Fill a galvanized planter with ice and add soda, beer, or wine. Up the fun factor by including a couple of empty bottles holding stems of flowers. Guests can help themselves to...

Primp your pumps.(Good ideas)
August 1, 2006... Renew your love for a forgotten pair of shoes by giving them a feminine flourish. Tie a grosgrain or satin ribbon onto a shoe clip, then slide the bow onto the front of the pump.

From old scarf to new shirt.(POLISHED PULLOVER)
August 1, 2006... Here's how to fashion an oversize scarf into a festive top: Fold a 42-inch square in half diagonally, cut a hole for your head, and sew around the opening. Then slip it on, mark where the sides meet under your arms, and secure those spots with...

Good advice: Heloise to the rescue.(sliding zippers smoothly using candle)(Brief article)
August 1, 2006... Q My suitcase zipper gets stuck easily--it's dosing only halfway around the bag. What can I do to make it slide smoothly again?--Elizabeth Anthony, via e-mail Try rubbing a lead pencil (No. 2) or a candle over the zipper's teeth. But first...

Hints around the house.(Good advice: HELOISE TO THE RESCUE)(Letter to the editor)
August 1, 2006... 1. ROOMIER SHOES "Any ideas for stretching leather shoes?" writes Sherry Haskins of Bellingham, Washington. Use a shoe stretcher in the desired shoe size, along with stretching spray formulated for leather. Or take them to a shoe-repair...

Down the drain.(household sanitation and drainage, check list)(Brief article)
August 1, 2006... We don't pay much attention to household drains until there's a problem--and it's usually a big one! Keep my list handy; you'll avoid unnecessary blockages and help the environment too. NOT OK GARBAGE DISPOSAL: bones, asparagus,...

"I can't believe I just said that!": Peggy Post offers fast fixes for conversational blunders--and tips on how to avoid trouble in the future.(manners and interpersonal relations)
August 1, 2006... OOPS! You introduce yourself to someone at work or at a party, and he tersely responds that you've met twice before. OPEN MOUTH, REMOVE FOOT "Of course I remember you--I'm just so bad at names!" If you can, prove that you really...

GH staffer's recall mortifying moments.(Good Housekeeping)(Brief article)
August 1, 2006... "Last winter, I ran into my sister. Her pants were all puffy, so I assumed she was wearing long johns, and I told her I wished I'd been smart enough to wear them myself. The problem was, she wasn't wearing another layer! She had gained weight...

Smartest time-savers: beyond busy? 18 ways to beat the clock.(housekeeping best practices)
August 1, 2006... [1] If you're always searching for a pen, stock one in every pocketbook, and put one in your checkbook. [2] Store buttons in clear pill dispensers so you can easily spot the one you need. [3] Schedule your next haircut before you leave...

Color your world: take a cue from these eye-popping rooms that just say no to boring beige.(wall paints)(Brief article)
August 1, 2006... Save the neutrals for hotel rooms--these unexpected paint picks will infuse your home with energy LIME AID A shot of chartreuse acts as a tonic for sleepy spaces. Not a fan of this shade? The Web sites of most paint brands have a...

Good deals: looks you'll love-for less.
August 1, 2006... SANDALS Forget flip-flops! Nothing says summer like bamboo-and-linen slides; Avon. [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] PINK TOP A blush-colored twinset gives you the option of one layer or two; Chadwick's. [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] ...

No-heat styling.(methods of hair care)(Brief article)
August 1, 2006... Don't spend summer's dog days in a humid bathroom with the blow dryer on full blast. Your hair is suffering from sun exposure, so the less additional heat you apply, the better. The simplest solution: Make do with fewer washes and blow-dry...

The yummiest body moisturizers.(Good looks)
August 1, 2006... Coconut oil has a wonderful scent--and is also an effective skin treatment. "It's rich in vitamin E, fatty acids, and proteins that help hydrate skin," says Kenneth Beer, M.D., a Florida-based dermatologist and the author of Palm Beach Perfect...

Get a goof-proof glow.(Good looks)
August 1, 2006... Wearing bronzer is a great way to fake a tan--here's how. For the most natural leek, work from the outside in, advises San Francisco--based makeup artist Arianne Damboise. Using a large brush, lightly dust color around the perimeter of your...

Storm alert.(safety and security measures during lightning)(Brief article)
August 1, 2006... Every year, lightning kills dozens of people and leaves hundreds seriously injured. Yet most of us don't take the risk seriously enough, warns Mary Ann Cooper, M.D., a professor in the department of emergency medicine at the University of...

Easier to swallow.(pills to detect colon cancer)(Brief article)
August 1, 2006... Many people avoid having a colonoscopy because they dread the colon-cleansing prep--especially drinking that nasty liquid the night before. Now a pill alternative, OsmoPrep, is available for most people (those with kidney disease or certain...

Surprising sun danger.(Brief article)
August 1, 2006... Some medications may make you more sensitive to sunlight, resulting in a bad sunburn. And if you're taking birth control pills, sun exposure can cause skin discoloration. Even if you've been fine before, you can still develop a reaction, says...

The natural way to lower blood pressure.(exercise and health eating)(Brief article)
August 1, 2006... If you have stage 1 hypertension (upper number between 140 and 159; lower number between 90 and 95) or are what the experts call prehypertensive (upper: 120 to 139; lower: 80 to 89), you may not have to take medication. In a large government...

Don't scratch!(itching and infection, care and treatment)(Brief article)
August 1, 2006... Itching is normal after you've been bitten by a mosquito or other insect. But if after 24 hours the site becomes increasingly tender or if the redness spreads, you may have an infection, cautions dermatologist Amit Pandya, M.D., of LIT...

Q I'm embarrassed by how rarely my husband and I have sex. Is it OK if I lie about the frequency to my gynecologist?(Good health)
August 1, 2006... Q I'm embarrassed by how rarely my husband and I have sex. Is it OK if I lie about the frequency to my gynecologist? A "No! This could be a symptom of a larger problem," says Michelle Vichnin, M.D., a gynecologist at the University of...

Deadly wrinkle cure.(hairdresser arrested for injecting fake botox)(Brief article)
August 1, 2006... Last March, a California hairdresser was arrested for injecting fake Botox into a woman, who later died. Around the country, dozens of doctors have bought an unapproved type of the wrinkle smoother, which may have paralyzed several patients....

Your last headache! Figure out what's causing the pain--and you may never suffer again.
August 1, 2006... the pain often begins slowly, but before long, a tight band of achiness has spread to your neck and forehead, while a fierce throbbing has taken over the temples. A tension headache has arrived. Blame biology if you're one of the millions...

The simple foods that made her sick: it took seven years--and 23 doctors--before Alice Bast learned the cause of her frightening symptoms.(food intolerance and celiac disease)
August 1, 2006... alice Bast was near the end of her second pregnancy when the ordeal began. Three years earlier, she'd given birth to a healthy baby, but this time, something seemed very wrong. For almost four months, Alice, then a 29-year-old executive with a...

Retire rich: a seven-step plan to jump-start your savings and quit work in style.(retirement planning, financial management, investment management)
August 1, 2006... how did you get to be in your 40s (or beyond!) all of a sudden? Age sneaks up on us, and so does reality: If you're going to retire well, you'll probably need more money. Is there still time to give your finances a face-lift? Yes, definitely...

Dream job: she turns her childhood memories into classy clothes for kids.(Cristina Ambrosino launches Little Follies company)(Company overview)(Column)
August 1, 2006... Cristina Ambrosino WHERE SHE WORKS New York City SALES IN 2005 $1 million Her inspiration Cristina Ambrosino can still see herself as a child standing with her two big sisters--all three wearing crisp, A-line shift dresses....

Put your old home videos on DVD-fast! VHS tapes don't last forever. Here's how to preserve your memories.(websites offering videotape to DVD conversion services)(vertical helical scan, digital video disk)(Table)(Brief article)
August 1, 2006... COST & SERVICE * HOW IT WORKS WAIT TIME YesVideo Drop off and pick up your footage $24.99, at a participating local store (find ...

Top beauty web sites: want to buy your products online? Four great places to surf.(Sephora.com)(Beauty.com)(drugstore.com)(Saffronrouge.com)(Brief article)
August 1, 2006... Sephora.com Choose from more than 14,000 items. BONUS FEATURES * Great freebies. Get three no-cost samples with every purchase. * A fragrance finder. Discover scents with your preferred perfume notes, like citrus, jasmine, or...

Calorie counts you can't trust.(the Best: of Everything: TESTING FROM THE GOOD HOUSEKEEPING INSTITUTE)(Product/service evaluation)
August 1, 2006... Tasty? Yes. Guilt free? A big no. Don't believe what you read on this package. Nana's all-natural oatmeal-raisin and sunflower cookies are yummy and huge. Both treats claim to have less than 300 calories. Since these babies are almost...

Buy deluxe on a budget.(washer dryers and dishwashers)(Buyers guide)
August 1, 2006... Don't want to spend a fortune for fancy features? Check out these appliances--all tested by the GH Institute--with price tags that will tickle you pink, FASTEST DRYERS GE's Frontload Dryer DBVH512EFWW ($749, right) did the job quicker...

Go fly a kite!(kite flying tips, conversation with Zach Gordon of American Kitefliers Association)(Interview)(Brief article)
August 1, 2006... Lots of kids--and their parents--are taking up kite flying. "It's a great family activity since it's inexpensive, and it lets parents recapture their childhood," says Mel Hickman, executive director of the American Kite fliers Association. At...

Chew on this.(Family time)
August 1, 2006... If your child can't pay attention, try giving him a piece of gum. Several small studies suggest that chewing just might improve his focus. "Working the joints may help regulate kids' nervous systems," says Jean Polichino, an occupational...

Bike helmets are a must (really).(cycling and safety)(Brief article)
August 1, 2006... Did you know that about 150 kids ages 15 and under die in cycling accidents each year? "Many of those deaths could have been prevented if the child had worn a helmet," says Julian Lin. M.D., a pediatric neurosurgeon who conducted a recent study...

They're back in school ... do you know what your tweens are really up to? A guide for parents.(child behavior and habits survey)
August 1, 2006... 18% of eighth graders have experimented with marijuana at least once Our source: a National Institute on Drug Abuse study. Also alarming is news that girls are now trying the drug more than boys are. What you can do: Research shows that...

Do you complain too much? (or not enough?): why women love to vent. Plus, how to tell when your griping is healthy and when it's more likely to bring you down.(your Good life)
August 1, 2006... it started out innocently. I was attending brunch at a friend's house. The aroma of bacon and coffee wafted through the air; our infants napped contentedly. But before long, our chatting turned into moaning and groaning. One friend began...

How I stopped complaining for a week--one woman's diary.(your Good life)(Diary entry)
August 1, 2006... I said to my daughter, "You know what I just can't stand about this book? The long passages with no dialogue." She paused, then said, "Mom, are there any books you like?" Now it was my turn to pause. How could she ask that, when...

"He was my angel": years ago, a kind stranger saved her life. But Krisa Williams never dreamed that their paths would cross again.(Mike Johnson saves life of an eight year old)
August 1, 2006... krisa Williams still remembers that it was raining on that fall night in 1975 when her life changed forever. As Krisa, then just eight years old, walked down the street with her mother, a light fog hung in the air--which may have been why Krisa...

Loving Lori: it was a murder that made headlines. Now Lori Hacking's mother is making peace with the son-in-law who killed her beautiful girl.(real lives)
August 1, 2006... as Thelma Soares talks about her daughter, she is surrounded by a shrine dedicated to the young woman she lost--dozens of cards, letters, and other mementos sent from all over the world. Thelma pages through four hefty scrapbooks, lingering...

Queen Latifah: the rap on losing weight, raising kids, and breaking a bad habit.(Interview)
August 1, 2006... She's a singer who's sold millions of albums and an actress who's charmed audiences in films ranging from Chicago (as Matron Mama Morton, below) to the recent comedy Last Holiday. But at heart, Queen Latifah is still Dana Owens--a girl from New...

Rachael Ray's recipe for joy: how she went from small-town girl to megastar--without forgetting what her family taught her. Plus: the dish that captured her husband's heart.(Interview)(Cover story)
August 1, 2006... the dining room at The W, a swanky hotel in downtown New York City, doesn't open till 5:30. But since this is where Rachael Ray has arranged to be interviewed, management reluctantly agrees to make a table available. Yet when Ray walks over to...

Mother-daughter matchup: great style runs in the family! Two generations of women wear the same fun pieces in very different ways.
August 1, 2006... CROPPED PEACOAT Pair this poppy topper with a kicky skirt-or button it like a blazer for a tailored look. KARA, 28 (On left) Jacket and shell by Ellen Tracy. Black A-line skirt with white embroidery from Soho Compagnie. Black...

What's giving away your age? Birthdays happen, but looking older is optional. Here's how to take years off--without keeping your hands in your pockets.(grooming)
August 1, 2006... Our secret plan for defying Father Time: Think beyond the crow's-feet. "Most women are so conscious of every little wrinkle on their face, they forget about the other body parts that may be showing some wear and tear," says Jeanine B. Downie,...

Garden variety: more is merrier in this backyard haven, brimming with plots (and pots) of summer flower, herbs, and vegetables.(gardening)(Brief article)
August 1, 2006... a spot to pot This rustic wooden table outside a Connecticut farmhouse offers space for light garden work. Colorful containers of geraniums. petunias, clematis, impatiens, zinnias, dahlias, and large plum-colored elephant's ear plants add...

Don't make a move ... until you read this.(Internet makes life easy for shady moving companies)
August 1, 2006... Sharon Bayolo and her husband, Armando, moved to Oregon from Virginia so he could take a temporary teaching job. After a year, in the summer of 2003, the couple decided to return to Virginia, where Sharon's family lives--which meant planning...

Fast, fresh & flavorful! Whip up some quick weeknight meals featuring the best ingredients of summer.(Table)
August 1, 2006... Mexican veggie stacks pictured at right Prep 25 minutes Grill about 20 minutes Makes 4 main-dish servings 2 teaspoons hot Mexican-style chili powder or 1 tablespoon regular chili powder 3 tablespoons olive oil Salt...

Mix it up with melon.(Home cooking IN SUSAN'S KITCHEN)(Brief article)
August 1, 2006... "Smell the melon," my grandpa, the produce maven, used to say. Susan Westmoreland He introduced me to exotic-sounding varieties like Crenshaw, casaba, and honeydew and taught me to check for a sweet, floral scent. We'd lift the fruit to make...

Win this woodenware.(Home cooking IN SUSAN'S KITCHEN)
August 1, 2006... Showcase your gorgeous summer greens in a stunning TreeSpirit hardwood bowl. Handcrafted in the United States from a single piece of lumber, this dish has a natural oil finish that exposes its striking wood grain. Five readers will get a set...

For sizzling flavor, just add sausage!(Brief article)
August 1, 2006... Fully cooked refrigerated sausage now comes in dozens of varieties from great brands like Aidells, Al Fresco, and Johnsonville. It's a snap to add to almost any dish, like these quick-fix meals: * Better baked beans: Dice smoked bratwurst...

The pick of the pies.(Recipe)(Brief article)
August 1, 2006... Betty Works of Millis, Massachusetts, left, wrote to us about this award-winning pie from Kosinski Farm Stand in Westfield, Massachusetts. So we got the recipe from Robyn Kosinski. She runs the farm stand and bakery, while her husband, Michael,...

The best new tool for your barbecue.(home cooking/restaurant request)
August 1, 2006... An average basting brush just won't cut it once you've tried the FlameWorks Hot Rod Mop Brush ($14.95) from Chef'n. This special grilling tool has an extralong handle--to keep your hands away from the heat--and unusual flame-shaped bristles...

The fast-food diet: craving burgers and pizza? How to eat the takeout you love--and still lose big.(diet fitness)
August 1, 2006... hooray! No more Whopper guilt. With this guide, you can order fast food as often as once a day without sabotaging your diet. The secret is choosing the right menu items--and that can be tricky. A salad, for example, can seem superhealthy...

Laughs.(Comic)(Cartoon)
August 1, 2006... "If a woman had to choose between catching a fly ball and saving an instant's life, she would choose to save the infant's life without even considering if there is a man on base.'--Dave Barry, writer "Of course he's a happy dog: He's...

Recall alerts.(list of products recalled )(Table)
August 1, 2006... Recall alerts Are there unsafe products in your home? Check the following list. These items were recalled by manufacturers in cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission. For more information, contact the companies...

The key of love: her husband has no understanding of music. And she doesn't get the games he loves. But in a crisis, they suddenly find themselves in harmony.(Short story)
August 1, 2006... i'm stuck in traffic, the kids are squabbling, and I'm feeling completely overbooked; what with dinner needing to be early because of a flute recital and late because of a soccer game and the dog still at the vet's. "The light's changed,...