Good Housekeeping articles from January 2004

Good Housekeeping archives from January 2004

Brighten up!(Brief Article)
January 1, 2004... Nothing brightens a cloudy winter day like a burst of Florida orange juice. Add some sunshine to your day by trying one of these Florida orange juice recipes. Sunshine O.J. Mimosa with Ginger Sugar Ginger Sugar 1 large piece of...

A soldier's story.(On my mind)
January 1, 2004... Our 2003 Heroes for Health Awards luncheon was a great success. Among those we honored was Jessica Lynch, whose brave new book (written by Rick Bragg) is called I Am a Soldier, Too. In the book, Jessica, at right, says that she actually sees...

Hello, good buys.(On my mind)(Brief Article)
January 1, 2004... You'll be impressed by the winners of our ninth annual Good Buy Awards (featured on page 44)--ranging from Dirt Devil's powerful handheld vacuum to the new Tupperware Stuffables containers. But did you know it took the Good Housekeeping...

Heloise.(On my mind)(Brief Article)
January 1, 2004... Heloise, whose Household Helpline has been fixture in Good Housekeeping for 20 years, has a brand-new book out, Get Organized with Heloise (Perigee). "Everything I know about conquering clutter is in this book," she says from her home in San...

Seeing autism.(On your mind)(Letter to the Editor)
January 1, 2004... Finally, an article that describes autism in a positive light ("'this Is What Autism Looks Like.... " November). Too many times children with autism are portrayed as being violent, non-affectionate people. My ten-year-old son with autism is...

Southern comfort.(On your mind)(Letter to the Editor)
January 1, 2004... I enjoyed "A Very Unusual Gift," November's short story about the Southern ladies and their little niece. I am from Natchez, Mississippi. Though I have lived in Colorado for 11 years, I sometimes still have an almost overwhelming homesickness...

Cash cache.(On your mind)(Letter to the Editor)
January 1, 2004... Many couples could avoid secrets and conflicts about money by following the advice of the marriage counselors in your November article "Is Your Husband Keeping Money Secrets?" That is, set aside "mad money" for each spouse to spend on anything...

Family and friends.(On your mind)(Letter to the Editor)
January 1, 2004... Tamara Jones's "Together Forever" (November) was a great story. Thank God for people like Barbara Farrell and Beverly Brendle. Because of these two angels, four children have been saved from a life of despair. Maybe their story will encourage...

Snow angel.(On your mind)(Brief Article)
January 1, 2004... For 12-month-old Sydney Jane Shedlock, a snowmobile is a common means of transportation. This brightly bundled baby lives in Glennallen, Alaska, with her parents, Kevin and Julie Shedlock. Her grandmother, Jana Shedlock, who lives in Anchorage,...

All glitter, no guilt.(Real deals: bargains you'll love)(Brief Article)
January 1, 2004... For a pretty, vintage touch any day of the week, add one of these to a blazer or sweater (no one will guess the pin isn't antique). From left, by Bijoux Givenchy, 800-578-4552; Kenneth Jay Lane for Avon, 800-367-2866. [ILLUSTRATION...

Good hoods.(Real deals: bargains you'll love)(Brief Article)
January 1, 2004... Athletics-inspired clothes get more popular every season. Splurge for Gap's cashmere hoodie, top, or slip into a steal with a pink angora blend by Isaac Mizrahi for Target. [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED]

Suits you fine.(Giveaway)(Brief Article)
January 1, 2004... A beige pantsuit is a must-have for every well-heeled wardrobe. This classic from Fabrizio Gianni flatters any figure--and it's free to 20 readers! Available in sizes 0 to 16. See page 177 for details on how to enter. [ILLUSTRATION...

Country time.(Real deals: bargains you'll love)(Brief Article)
January 1, 2004... Reminiscent of the 1920s and '30s, these tin clocks have a Parisian flea market flair. But no need to book a flight to France: You can find clocks with colors and details similar to those by Roger Lascelles (top row, 510-644-9700) at T.J.Maxx,...

Cable cousins.(Real deals: bargains you'll love)(Brief Article)
January 1, 2004... Preppy looks are still hot for winter, making pastel sweaters a wise buy. For the cost of CJ Laing's cashmere (top, 866-255-2464) you can pick up L.L.Bean's wool/ nylon version in every color of the rainbow; 800-809-7057. [ILLUSTRATION...

Double dip your lips.(Real deals: bargains you'll love)(Brief Article)
January 1, 2004... An ordinary lipstick is a quick pick-me-up, but these layered lip glosses give you twice the boost. Try Guerlain's rose-and-berry combo, near right, or Bonne Bell's triple swirl to punch up your pout (and your makeup bag). [ILLUSTRATION...

Pretty, practical chokers.(Real deals: bargains you'll love)(Brief Article)
January 1, 2004... An easy recipe for New Year's Eve glamour: Take your favorite black dress, add one pearl choker, and head out for the evening. While the style differences here are subtle, the savings are striking. From top, by Judith Jack, 800-578-4552;...

Quilting.(Trends For Less)(Brief Article)
January 1, 2004... What to wear this weekend? The texture of quilting is hip right now, and it adds interest to a basic sporty top like these cotton-blend knit pullovers from Crossing Pointe. They'll keep you warm while you cheer on the kids at hockey. And...

Low-cost luxury.(Front burner: special New Year's splurges)(Brief Article)
January 1, 2004... Even discriminating chefs are now choosing American caviar: Da Rosario's sevruga-like steel-gray paddlefish roe ($25 for 2 ounces), Sunburst Trout Company's rich-tasting bright orange Carolina Rainbow Trout caviar ($20 for 2 ounces), and Browne...

Very grown-up chocolate.(Front burner: special New Year's splurges)(Sterling Truffle Bars)(Brief Article)
January 1, 2004... Talk about eye candy: Sterling Truffle Bars look like abstract art and are a study in contrasting flavors. To serve, slice as thin as you like. Of the 12 varieties, our favorite (shown here) is milk chocolate with hazelnut puree, layered with...

Buzz-free bubbly.(Front burner: special New Year's splurges)(Brief Article)
January 1, 2004... As festive as Champagne, nonalcoholic Alpenglow Sparkling Pear Cider is so tasty, you may want to drink it year-round. Happily, its nice price ($3.95 for a 25.4-ounce bottle) means that you can. At select supermarkets; 800-462-1867.

Sweet delivery.(Front burner: special New Year's splurges)(Brief Article)
January 1, 2004... Let them eat tart! The newest offering from mail-order legend Harry and David, this guilty pleasure features a sweet cookie crust filled with pear custard and topped with whole cranberries and pear slices. Serves six to eight. $39.95;...

Winter hair help.(Beauty: tips trends truth)(kastin, David (stylist of New York city's Cutler Salon))(Brief Article)
January 1, 2004... Having a bad hair day--all month long? We hear you. Outdoor winds, indoor heat, even cute knit caps conspire against hair health. Here, winter's top hair horrors and strand-saving solutions, from stylist David Kastin of New York City's Cutler...

Now is the time to...(Beauty: tips trends truth)(Brief Article)
January 1, 2004... ... change your hair color. "Going one shade deeper will brighten your winter-pale skin," says Negin Zand, senior colorist at the John Frieda Salon in Los Angeles. ... use an eye mask. Dry air can dehydrate your skin, puffing up your eyes,...

Scrumptious nail shades.(Beauty: tips trends truth)(Brief Article)
January 1, 2004... To update your nails, think short and sweet--chocolate sweet, that is. Classiest on short, slightly rounded tips, these Hershey's-inspired lacquers are surprisingly wearable (that's because they're actually neutrals, says Mark Pollock, senior...

foolproof makeup-free!(Beauty: tips trends truth)(Hutton, Lauren)(Brief Article)
January 1, 2004... Model Lauren Hutton's brush and makeup line-Good Stuff--is color-coordinated to take the guesswork out of looking great. Forty readers will win a Face Disc and a 7-Piece Brush Set, an $80 value! See page 177 for details.

Are you letting yourself go? So you've gained a few pounds, abandoned your nails, given up on the gray--who hasn't? But you can shake off that slump with our simple beauty and fitness plan.
January 1, 2004... QUIZ Find out if you're on the fast track to Frumpville with this True/False quiz about your daily habits. If your score is alarming, don't worry. We'll help you turn it all around. (1) Your worn-out, at-home sweats have ventured into the...

Surviving airport check-in.(Testing testing! News for you from the Good Housekeeping Institute)(also includes article on missing items and baggage inspectors)
January 1, 2004... Air travel is hard enough during the holidays, but this season, thanks to security programs introduced last January, you may hit some turbulence long before takeoff. Here, what to expect and ways to smooth your journey. EXTRA LINES In...

Step up to an elliptical machine.(Testing Testing! News for you from the Good Housekeeping Institute)(Brief Article)
January 1, 2004... If sweating it out in a crowded gym isn't your idea of a peak experience, consider an at-home elliptical trainer. A cross between an exercise bike and a ski machine, this workhorse offers a low-impact aerobic routine. We asked volunteers--from...

The juice on batteries.(Testing Testing! News for you from the Good Housekeeping Institute)(Brief Article)(Product/Service Evaluation)
January 1, 2004... Which ones go the distance? We loaded toy trains, portable CD players, and flashlights of various sizes with three leading brands of disposable alkaline batteries (AA and D-cell). Then, in three different trials, we ran each device continuously...

Warmer winter gloves.(Testing Testing! News for you from the Good Housekeeping Institute)(Brief Article)(Product/Service Evaluation)
January 1, 2004... New this season--gloves lined with high-tech, heat-retaining fabrics. How well do they fight the chill factor? We tested 11 pairs in our climatology lab (taking temperature readings inside several fingertips of each) and asked wear testers to...

Is trans fat hiding in your party snacks?(Testing Testing! News for you from the Good Housekeeping Institute)(Brief Article)
January 1, 2004... By now you've probably heard that trans fat is bad news. This artery clogger is created during food processing to increase the shelf life of crackers, chips, and other baked goods. Though the FDA recently ruled that trans-fat grams must be...

"My rebate is missing in action.".(GH To The Rescue!)(Brief Article)
January 1, 2004... Seven months ago, I spent more than $3,000 on Dell computer equipment, expecting to get a $200 rebate check in the mail. Though I carefully followed the instructions, I received only half of the money! I called the rebate center's helpline...

9th Annual Good Buy Awards: drumroll, please ... here are the seven most innovative products of the year-each smartly designed to make it easier to care for your home and family.(Testing Testing! News for you from the Good Housekeeping Institute)(Buyers Guide)
January 1, 2004... the top also rises Stuffables Storage Containers, from Tupperware, $12.99 to $14.99. Too many leftovers, not enough storage space? Stuffables have expanding lids to accommodate foods that won't fit neatly. Great for odd-shaped items like...

Household helpline: Heloise to the rescue.(Column)
January 1, 2004... Solving a "shocking" problem Q: Is there any way to stop static electricity? It seems like everything we touch--from our ficus tree to a chocolate cake--gives us a shock. --Michelle Beebower, Austin, Texas Heloise: During the...

Do the right thing: Peggy Post on everyday etiquette.(Column)
January 1, 2004... You asked, Peggy answers Q: My fiance and I can invite 30 guests to our wedding in Italy (because the villa we've rented can only accommodate that number). Our dilemma: Some of our A-listers are sure to decline--so how do we handle the...

Talk to me: Joy Behar solves your trickiest problems.(Column)
January 1, 2004... Q: My daughter is letting her children, ages four and five, become total slobs. When we go to a restaurant, the kids regularly throw food at the table, refuse to eat what's been ordered for them, spill drinks, you name it. I can't stand the way...

7 steps to living debt free: this painless plan will help you beat the credit card blues-for good.(your money)(beware of AmeriDebt Inc.)(Product/Service Evaluation)
January 1, 2004... I don't know about you, but my e-mail is clogged with offers of "easy" ways to get out of debt. They promise to rescue me from my folly and to cut my monthly payments by 50 to 75 percent. There's only one way to respond to junk like this:...

Is your boss spying on you? She can monitor your calls, read your e-mail, and follow your every keystroke. How to protect yourself in the brave new world of electronic surveillance.(on the job)
January 1, 2004... Rhonda Wieben always suspected that her former employer was keeping tabs on her and her coworkers. The major insurance company required employees to punch a time clock, says Wieben, and to log on and off the company phone system whenever they...

Petite portions keep the French slim.(Health news: what you need to know to feel your best)(Brief Article)
January 1, 2004... Why are only 10 percent of French people obese compared with 30 percent of Americans? The answer may have a lot to do with J serving sizes, report researchers at the University of Pennsylvania. They weighed portions at similar restaurants in...

The passion-exercise link.(Health news: what you need to know to feel your best)(Brief Article)
January 1, 2004... Here's another powerful reason to get your husband to work out: Men who do regular, vigorous exercise are 30 percent less likely to develop erectile dysfunction than guys who get little or no exercise, according to researchers at the Harvard...

Risky pill for nursing moms.(Health news: what you need to know to feel your best)(Brief Article)
January 1, 2004... Log on to a Web site for breastfeeding moms, and no doubt you'll catch the buzz on domperidone, a drug that increases a nursing mother's milk supply. "It is approved by the American Academy of Pediatrics," gushes a message at...

Got heartburn? Quick fixes ... and ways to stop the pain before it starts.(well-being)
January 1, 2004... I was settled in front of the TV after a wonderful meal--chicken marsala, garlic bread, and wine--when it hit me: a sharp burning pain in my chest. An hour later, convinced that I was having a heart attack (even though I was only in my 20s), I...

The performance of my life: acting class taught me to be a better listener, to remember more, and to breathe deeply in tense situations. Among other things.
January 1, 2004... A year ago, I decided to see if I could express myself in a new way. Though I had a good job, a loving husband, and supportive friends, life had become predictable. I wanted to find an avenue to let my imagination run wild. I wanted to inhabit...

The tender mercy of Cheryl Kane: she was a nun. Then she was a wife. Now she devotes herself to helping the truly despairing. One woman's journey from a convent to the mean streets of Boston.(inspiration)(Biography)
January 1, 2004... It was mid-October in Boston, one of those New England days so cold and windy, your eyes start to water the moment you step outdoors. Cheryl Kane was in search of Jack, an often-homeless alcoholic who had disappeared from the hospital. ...

Teaching hope: meet four dedicated young women helping needy kids across America.(inspiration)
January 1, 2004... Overcrowded classrooms. Parental disinterest. Textbooks and maps in desperate need of updating. This is the grim landscape that greets the newly minted recruits of Teach for America. Since its inception in 1990, Teach for America has built...

Beautiful borders.(Cool Product)(WallCAndy Arts introduced the adhesive decors)(Brief Article)
January 1, 2004... Afraid to commit to a decor for your little one's room? One month, the child's mood might be all flowers; the next month, bring on the yellow buses. WallCandy Arts has a solution: easy peel-and-stick panels with patterns ranging from cuddly...

Crybabies welcome.(Trend Alert)(theaters for parents with kids)(Brief Article)
January 1, 2004... If you have a baby, chances are you haven't set foot in a movie theater in a while. Film buffs, take heart. Loews Cineplex has created Reel Moms--special screenings of new releases for parents with their babies. Lights are gently dimmed so...

Mac and cheese for grown-ups.(Taste Test)(Brief Article)
January 1, 2004... We all know kids love this comfort food, but frozen macaroni and cheese is rarely a destination dinner for adults. Surprise: Our taste test found a winner fit for grown-up palates. Stouffer's Macaroni & Cheese ($1.99 for 12 ounces) serves up...

Dangerous games: more and more kids are getting hurt on snowboards, skateboards, in-line skates, and BMX bikes. What you must know to keep your child safe.(family)
January 1, 2004... Four teenage boys were clustered outside their local library in suburban Indianapolis... and they weren't there to return books. With skateboards underfoot, the boys launched themselves from the top of a concrete staircase to the sidewalk four...

A love beyond measure: from one year to the next, a child is mourned, a child is born, and a grieving family begins to find its way again.(family)(Short Story)
January 1, 2004... Winter 1989 was a time of anticipation and wonder for our family. Snow had fallen hard in late November, a rare occurrence in Seattle. Though the cold weather meant hand-carrying water from the house to the horses, cows, and chickens on our...

Living the good life: healthy resolutions that are easy to keep.(Brief Article)
January 1, 2004... With the holiday season behind us and the new year ahead, it's time for a fresh start. Rather than creating stress with a long list of inflexible resolutions, why not simply vow to do something--at least once every day--that you know is good...

Almost famous: she won an Oscar, gets to work with Julia Roberts, and has two new movies on the way. But what makes Marcia Gay Harden really happy is playing mommy.(spotlight)(Interview)
January 1, 2004... At the 2001 Academy Awards, the smart money in the Best Supporting Actress race was on the luminous daughter of a Hollywood legend. Young Kate Hudson seemed a cinch to win that evening. So when Marcia Gay Harden's name was announced as the...

Tested, trusted products for the most important place in your family's life.(Brief Article)
January 1, 2004... "There's no place like home." Your home will always be much more than mere shelter. It's the stage where life's personal pageant unfolds, the canvas on which we express our individual creativity and the haven where yesterday's memories meet...

Curb appeal: Polar Wall[R] Plus! premium siding, as tough as it is beautiful.
January 1, 2004... The always-fresh look of vinyl siding has been a blessing for homeowners who dread the thought (and expense) of painting the house every few years. However, one of the common complaints about standard vinyl siding is that repeated...

High style, great value: Peerless[R] faucet.(Product/Service Evaluation)
January 1, 2004... Want a quick and affordable makeover for your kitchen or bath? It's as simple as changing the faucets. Because the sink gets more use and attention than any other part of a kitchen or bathroom, it's truly a focal point. Just by upgrading your...

Cozy, comfy, clean: Hoover works magic on winter's mess.(wind tunnel [TM]dual V[TM])
January 1, 2004... When Mother Nature unleashes her fury outside, it's nice to know we have a warm, comfortable, clean retreat inside. Especially during winter months, when the messy outdoors gets tracked in. Wintry grime can damage your carpet and can expose...

Sweet dreams! Shh! An exclusive peek at Brooke Shields's beautiful nursery, for her even more beautiful baby.(baby keeping)(Brief Article)
January 1, 2004... Last May, Brooke Shields got the role of a lifetime: mommy. After seven in vitro treatments (and, she has confessed, not a little heartache), the actress, 38, and her husband, TV writer Chris Henchy, welcomed daughter Rowan into the world. For...

"Someone was watching out for me": she was riding in a small plane when it crashed into dark water. At that moment, Emily Youssouf faced her greatest fear--and found a miracle.(survivor)
January 1, 2004... It was supposed to be a spur-of-the-moment treat. Last July, Emily Youssouf, 52, and her husband, Charlie Parker, 47, were hosting two old friends, Jeff and Tamela Purcell, at their weekend home in Bridgehampton, New York. An idea took...

Neither a borrower nor a lender be: when it comes to my prized possessions, I don't believe in sharing.(Words We Live By)(Editorial)
January 1, 2004... If you need a place to stay, come on by; the pullout couch is yours. The Subaru? Keys are under the sun visor. The shirt off my back? Let me iron it first. One of my four copies of Sense and Sensibility Park yourself in the wing chair and read...

Nicole Kidman bouncing: back and moving on: passionate talk on finding the right man, her longing for a new baby, and the mistake she'll never make again.(Interview)
January 1, 2004... It's a sunny, Indian summer afternoon in the picturesque town of New Canaan, Connecticut, and I am searching for Nicole Kidman. Where, I wonder, is the feisty, Oscar-winning actress, the high-heeled paragon of fashion? Not here. Instead, the...

Red hot kitchens: that's right: we said red. From burgundy to cheerful cherry, this rich color is really sizzling.(red)
January 1, 2004... feel-good glow It started with slate. The faux-stone floor of this kitchen was beautiful but needed brightening, and that led to the red, says Beverly Ellsley, the Westport, Connecticut-based interior and architectural designer who...

Real looks for real women: we hit your favorite stores and found these wardrobe winners--coming soon to a mall near you.(Brief Article)(Illustration)
January 1, 2004... Game for anything [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] Caption: Green cotton monogrammed sweater with detachable collar and cuffs from The Limited. Trousers by Ann Taylor. Earrings from Yochi. Suede loafers by Stuart Weitzman. Pink cashmere sweater...

The secrets your family is hiding: even in the age of tell-all, some things are hush-hush. The explosive stuff we keep under wraps. Plus: celebs caught in the web of family lies.
January 1, 2004... My mother was nine years old when she stumbled on a cache of love letters. Not realizing what they were, she gave them to her mother. My grandfather was having a clandestine affair, and the discovery of the letters blew their marriage apart....

Revelations of the rich and famous.(Brief Article)
January 1, 2004... Actress LIV TYLER (The Lord of the Rings trilogy) thought rock star Todd Rundgren was her father until she was nine years old. That was when her mother confessed that Liv's real dad was Aerosmith lead singer Steven Tyler, with whom Liv has...

Are you trying to be too perfect? You don't have to be a 10. How to let go a little bit ... and get a lot happier!
January 1, 2004... "I have heard that an eagle misses 70 percent of its strikes. Why should I expect to do better? And when he misses, does he scold himself, I wonder, for failing at the task?"--SOPHY BURNHAM, Writer I have a friend, let's call her Allison....

Off the shelf chef: you don't have to start from scratch to serve your family a home-cooked dinner.(Recipes)
January 1, 2004... Super Rice & Beans PREP 10 minutes COOK about 40 minutes MAKES about 7 cups or 4 main-dish servings 1 tablespoon olive oil 4 celery stalks, chopped 1 medium onion, chopped 1 package (7 to 8 ounces) seasoned black...

Home cooking: fish even landlubbers will enjoy.(Recipes)(Brief Article)
January 1, 2004... Although Kathy Stroud of Westminster, Colorado, likes to experiment with new foods, she is not a "big fish person," she says. But on a recent visit to Keoki's Paradise restaurant, in Kauai, Hawaii, Stroud loved the fish entree with its...

In my kitchen.(Recipes)(Brief Article)
January 1, 2004... Stop the (dinnertime) madness I'm not big on New Year's resolutions, but for 2004, I am vowing to make my family dinners more relaxing-and entertaining. To prepare, I've been working on conversation starters for my nine-year-old son,...

Your good house guide.(Cartoons)(Brief Article)
January 1, 2004... "Your MasterCard looks good, but I'm afraid that Visa card will have to come out." "It's the usual promise to cut taxes." "Your head weighs 36 pounds, same as your feet." "OK, stop for a minute and really listen. My water broke."...

Alert: dangerous products.(Recalls)(U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission)(List of items recalled by manufacturers)(Public Notice)
January 1, 2004... ALERT: Dangerous Products Are there unsafe products in your home? Check the recalls list below. These items were recalled by manufacturers in cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission. For more information, contact...

Gloria Estefan kicks back: the superstar singer on tweezers, treasures, and childhood pleasures.(favorite things)(Brief Article)
January 1, 2004... WAY TO RELAX "Every morning, my husband, Emilio, and I drive over to the Cardozo Hotel, in Miami Beach, which we bought several years ago. We'll walk for three miles on the beach there. And I always enjoy sitting at the bar of the Cardozo,...