Good Housekeeping articles from March 2002

Good Housekeeping archives from March 2002

Even teddy bears need to take a bath. (the GH Institute).(Brief Article)(Product Announcement)
March 1, 2002... Your child may think his stuffed toys can go everywhere, but there's one place many of them don't survive: the washing machine. The spin cycle could cost Boo Bear an arm or leg, and if you hand-wash it, the toy may end up with stiff fur. Enter...

Pirate's Booty: dieting don't? (the GH Institute).(Brief Article)
March 1, 2002... Vanity Fair dubbed it the "in" healthy junk food last year. Weight-conscious consumers can't get enough of Pirate's Booty, a cheese-coated corn puff that was billed as having only 2.5 grams of fat and 120 calories per serving. But when GHI sent...

Win a visit to All My Children! (on my mind).(Brief Article)
March 1, 2002... This month, our cover girl, Kelly Ripa, talks about her life-changing year: new job, new baby, new outlook. As the costar of Live with Regis and Kelly, she's quickly become America's morning sweetheart; but for the past 12 years, Kelly has been...

Our leading lady. (On your mind).(Brief Article)
March 1, 2002... Thank you for beginning the new year with Laura Bush on your cover. It is refreshing to know more about this lovely lady who resides in the White House-and comforting that she and President Bush live the lives they encourage us to lead as...

Shedding light on fear. (On your mind).(Brief Article)
March 1, 2002... In "Being Dark-Skinned in a Dark Time" (Personal Matters, January), Chitra Divakaruni talks about how friends believe she should change how she dresses and acts because they fear for her safety post--September 11. But I admire her for having...

In praise of priests. (On your mind).(Brief Article)
March 1, 2002... While my heart goes out to any victim of a pedophile, I feel there are too many articles like "Sins of the Father" (My Story, January) about Catholic priests who molest children. If GH printed articles about all the priests who bring shoes to...

The good doctor. (On your mind).(Brief Article)
March 1, 2002... It was a wonderful surprise to see "The Doctor Kids Adore" (Real Lives, January) about Dr. Karin Muraszko, who is a miracle worker. Like her, I was born with a mild form of spina bifida. Also like her, I began a career in the medical field--as...

Unsung heroine. (On your mind).(Brief Article)
March 1, 2002... When I read "Finding the Hero in You" (January), I thought of my mother, Lillian Ruth Summer. In 1929, typhoid fever struck my sister June. It left her mentally retarded and partially paralyzed. After 54 years of caring for her at home, my...

Faithful readers.(Brief Article)
March 1, 2002... Recently, Barbara D'Ambrosio of Briarwood, New York, was given a folder of family photos by her mother, Rose, 89. Inside, D'Ambrosio found this photo of herself at age eight with a March 1952 issue of Good Housekeeping. Though she doesn't...

Update: a deadly disease and a military base.(amyotrophic lateral sclerosis)(Brief Article)
March 1, 2002... In our July 2001 issue, writer Joanna Powell reported that 83 people who once worked at Kelly Air Force Base, in San Antonio, had been diagnosed with amyotrophic lateral sclerosis--also known as Lou Gehrig's disease. After the issue hit the...

Romancing the stone. (Heads up! The looks, trends, and news you need this month).
March 1, 2002... Get back to nature--in your bathroom-with Italian river-stone tiles. Made from real pebbles suspended in resin, they lend a tranquil underwater feel to your tub or shower trim. At $37.50 per square foot, they're pricey but beautiful. ...

Quilt by association. (Heads up! The looks, trends, and news you need this month).
March 1, 2002... We love the look of trapunto coverlets, and now the elegant quilting is coming to dinner. Hand-stitched place mats ($25 each) from Blanc D'lvoire grace your table in pretty pastels and neutrals. [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED]

Show your stripes. (Heads up! The looks, trends, and news you need this month).
March 1, 2002... One of this spring's sophisticated notes: stripes paired with solids for an easy wardrobe update. Here, graphic lines meet traditional tailoring on a French-cuffed shirt from Banana Republic; $58. [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED]

First-person preppy. (Heads up! The looks, trends, and news you need this month).
March 1, 2002... L.L. Bean's newest twist on its classic tote: You choose the fabric for the straps and base, from a funky cheetah print to a Hawaiian floral to your favorite solid. Stitched inside is a label with your name on it. Take that, Muffy! $27 to $40...

The fresh face of spring: what's in season: soft, easy-wearing makeup and a natural, less-is-more look. To get that low-maintenance glow, all you need is a touch of color and a few key products. (real deals).(Brief Article)
March 1, 2002... Your cheeks sheer apricot A pop of transparent peach or apricot blended on the apples of your cheeks will give you a healthy blush and is a pretty alternative to tried-and-true pink. Bonus: These versatile shades will flatter any skin...

The hottest haircuts--for less: get spring's trendiest styles at a special price. Plus, great giveaways and discounts--for Good Housekeeping readers only. (real deals).(Brief Article)
March 1, 2002... 1. shoulder sweep Long, silky layers and side-swept bangs give Candice Bergen a sophisticated, sexy style. Why women love it This simple cut with angled layers has a new twist for spring: long bangs. "They flatter everyone because they...

Double takes: the hotter the trend, the more copycats you'll find. And while some me-too products miss the mark--the color is off, the texture is tacky--we found these makeup mates to be a nearly perfect match. (real deals).(cosmetics)(Brief Article)
March 1, 2002... luxe vs. look-alike curl crazy Makeup artists swear by the super curling power of Shu Uemura's eyelash curler, $13. Get the same look at a much lower cost with Revlon's version, $6. lush lips For rich, moisturizing color,...

Bobbi Brown makes you over: she helps celebrities look great--now it's your turn. Bobbi's best advice, plus a chance to win a phone consultation and free makeup. (real deals).(Brief Article)
March 1, 2002... Biggest makeup mistake women make By far, it's wearing the wrong color foundation. If the shade doesn't match your skin exactly, it can be very aging. Another common goof: choosing the wrong lipstick color. For example, I see a lot of women...

And the winner is ... you! Enter now for your chance at $100 worth of makeup, a spa trip, or a makeover party for you and nine friends. Get ready to indulge. (real deals).
March 1, 2002... Prize #1 $100 worth of makeup--free! Rev up for spring. Fifteen winners will receive a free professional makeover at their local Estee Lauder counter and then walk away with $100 worth of the products used. Prize #2 Spa getaway ...

Household helpline: Heloise to the rescue.(cleaning tips)(Brief Article)
March 1, 2002... Q: We have several gasoline and transmission fluid stains on our paved driveway. What do you suggest we use to remove them? --Kathryn Mah, Montreal, Canada Heloise: If the stains are fresh, pour an absorbent material on them, such as...

Do the right thing: Peggy Post on everyday etiquette.(Brief Article)
March 1, 2002... Q: My fiance's sister agreed to be my maid of honor, but every time I ask her to help me shop for a gown, she's "too busy." If she can't set aside a few hours for me now, what will happen when I really need her? Can I ask her to step down? ...

Talk to me: Joy Behar solves your trickiest problems.(advice column)(Brief Article)
March 1, 2002... Q: Recently, my mother-in-law showed my 15-year-old daughter pictures of my husband with his first wife, who divorced him. She hadn't known about this, and I feel that my mother-in-law crossed a line. Am I overreacting? Joy Behar: I hate...

Good calls: straight talk on today's cordless phones: they're loaded with family-friendly features--and start at just $49.99!(Buyers Guide)
March 1, 2002... Best overall Vtech 2431, $129.95 * Calls come through loud and clear on this compact cordless. Of the 21 phones we tested, the Vtech's voice quality was among the best. You can store 50 numbers in speed dial, and a backup battery...

All about babies. (your family).(book Understanding Children: The Instruction Manual for Children 0-3)(Brief Article)
March 1, 2002... For first-time parents, there are plenty of books crammed with advice. But Understanding Children: The Instruction Manual for Children 0-3 by Richard Saul Wurman offers fresh visual appeal as well as solid information. Covering everything from...

Smart parenting. (your family).(allowance)(Brief Article)
March 1, 2002... Q My seven-year-old recently asked for an allowance. Isn't he too young? a Actually, your son is right on schedule--seven is the age when many children start asking for an allowance, according to Michael Riera, Ph.D., a parenting expert in...

Better breath for kids. (your family).(Cool Mint Listerine PocketPaks)(Brief Article)(Product Announcement)
March 1, 2002... Cool Mint Listerine PocketPaks, a new mouthwash strip, seems to be a hit with all ages. You pop a postage stamp-size strip in your mouth, and it dissolves in seconds (and freshens your breath for at least an hour). But Listerine has long...

E.T. works the phone--again. (your family).(re-edited version of movie to be released)(Brief Article)
March 1, 2002... Celebrating its 20th anniversary, Steven Spielberg's classic, E.T., is being rereleased in theaters this month, but with a few surprises. In one original scene that often frightened children, police with large guns chased E.T. and his...

She says "back off, mom!" She means "I need you": in her new book, our own Dr. Nancy helps you decode your teenage daughter--and figure out how to stay close while she's pushing you away. (your family).
March 1, 2002... I am standing in my kitchen, stirring the pasta sauce and waiting for the water to boil, when my eldest daughter, Kate, comes in, flings her backpack onto the table, and takes out a crumpled piece of paper. She hands it to me without saying a...

Tax breaks! Easy ways to save this year. (your money).(Brief Article)
March 1, 2002... Don't we all get grumpy when we have to work on our tax returns? Not this year--there are so many new ways of saving money that even the prospect of digging out files and doing all that math won't dampen the spirit. Here are the changes that...

Diabetes and me: like many middle-aged men, I rarely thought about my health--until, at my wife's insistence, I scheduled a physical. Then it was goodbye egg rolls, hello blood sugar readings. (his health).
March 1, 2002... Today I am a pincushion. Actually, I'm a pincushion every day, now that I know I have type II diabetes and must prick my finger daily to get my blood sugar readings. My story could easily be your husband's story. So when you finish reading...

So long, migraines: there's good news for women who suffer from these debilitating headaches. The latest treatments can stop the throbbing--and new drugs can keep it from starting. (your health).
March 1, 2002... Tammy Johnson's nightmare began almost four years ago. "I woke up in the middle of the night with a pounding headache on the left side of my head," she recalls. "I barely managed to crawl out of bed to get help." Emergency room physicians...

From anger to action: experts say that to recover from a loss you should get out and do something. These women found ways to turn grief into a greater good. (real lives).
March 1, 2002... The tragic events of last fall left many of us feeling unsettled. How do we begin to move on? "You can sit passively and just feel angry, or you can use that emotion to throw yourself into something productive," says Eleanor Cole, Ph.D., a...

She bags the beauties. (collectors).(handbag collection)(Brief Article)
March 1, 2002... PEGGY GONZALES, owner of Pegasus Antiques in Santa Fe, New Mexico, has a collection of about 400 vintage handbags, some dating back to the Victorian era. In the United States, these purses enjoyed their heyday in the 1920s, when flappers fell...

Light housekeeping. (time out).
March 1, 2002... `Gardening is so complex. I can only grow simple plants, like mildew.' --Jeannie Dietz, comedy writer "The correct response is `No, thank you,' not `Do you want me to puke?'" Big bang of a sale Rebecca White of Norton,...

Kelly cuts loose: the sassy star of Live with Regis and Kelly on the joy of her baby girl, passionate fights with her hot-blooded husband, and letting go of her fears.(actress and talk show host Kelly Ripa)(Interview)
March 1, 2002... What a difference a year makes. It's barely 12 months since Kelly Ripa became Regis Philbin's fresh-faced sidekick on Live with Regis and Kelly, but in that time nearly everything in Ripa's life has been transformed--from the size of her family...

Where are the nurses? Overworked and overextended, RNs are walking away from hospitals in shocking numbers. Those who remain are likely to be stressed out and stretched thin--and you may be paying the price.(Statistical Data Included)
March 1, 2002... After seven years on the job, Annie Polander, R.N., was used to pressure. At her hospital in Chicago, the intensive care nursery had been short-staffed for months, and the workload was so intense that nurses, fatigued and frustrated, frequently...

I'm in a New York state of mind: from the Guggenheim Museum to the Brooklyn Bridge, the Big Apple is showing its colors--and this spring, they're red, white, and blue.(Brief Article)
March 1, 2002... Patriot's plaid A madras blazer--in the colors of the moment--makes the perfect around-town topper. (Here, on the balcony of the Guggenheim.) Jacket by Tommy Hilfiger with white polo shirt from View Collection. Denim skirt from Necessary...

Craving comfort? Foolproof ways to relax, renew, and recharge.(Brief Article)
March 1, 2002... When times are tense, when I'm brittle with anxiety, I get into bed with a cup of green tea. I pull up the covers and read adventure books set in the Himalayas or Antarctica, books about survival, about brave men on a quest freezing their...

The food cure: French toast for the soul.(low-cal comfort foods)(Brief Article)(Recipe)
March 1, 2002... When you need a cuddle, it's Mom's food that delivers. (Think about it: Did a crisp green salad ever make you feel cherished and secure?) So the nutrition experts at the GH Institute cut the calories--but kept the consolation--in these...

Elegant easter: the humble egg is born again in gorgeous arrangements for your family holiday.(Brief Article)
March 1, 2002... Handmade papier-mache eggs brushed with pastel paint and trimmed with tiny fabric flowers make a perfect hiding place for candy-coated almonds and other holiday treats. [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] Dainty demitasse cups go from after dinner...

"My daughter is innocent": Kristin Rossum is young, bright, and beautiful. She's also been charged with murder. In this exclusive interview, Constance Rossum, mother of the accused, tells her daughter's side of the story.(Interview)
March 1, 2002... Last October, Kristin Rossum spent her 25th birthday in solitary confinement at a San Diego jail. To mark the day, she got special permission to receive Holy Communion from her Episcopal priest in a nearby visiting room. Her parents, both...

GH's third annual all-you-can-eat soup diet: this year, seven of the country's most famous chefs add their own special flavors to these basic ingredients. So what are you waiting for? Soup's on--pounds off. (fitness diet).(Recipe)
March 1, 2002... Back by popular demand: GH's amazing diet that lets you eat all you want and still lose weight. But food isn't just fuel--it should also be a pleasure. So this year, we asked some of the biggest chefs in the business to jazz up our recipe with...

Front burner: what's new, what's hot, what's cooking.
March 1, 2002... getting the red out Take a swig of White Cranberry Juice Drink from Ocean Spray ($3.29 for a 64-ounce bottle). Made from white cranberries, the beverage is less tart than its rosy relative, yet contains the same number of calories (120 per...

Rush hour! Dinner for your family in under 30 minutes--no kidding!(Brief Article)(Recipe)
March 1, 2002... on the table in 10 Honey-Mustard Salmon Honey-Mustard Salmon 2 tablespoons Dijon mustard 1 tablespoon honey 1/4 teaspoon salt 1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper 4 pieces salmon fillet with skin about 6 ounces each) ...

"Can you get me this recipe?" a reader asks us. (Home cooking: your questions, answers, favorite recipes).(Bow Ties with Palamino Sauce)(Brief Article)(Recipe)
March 1, 2002... The Kerns from New Castle, Pennsylvania, loved the bow-tie pasta served at a wedding reception at the Sterling Inn in Sterling Heights, Michigan. "I'd like to make it for my family," writes Harriet Kern, "but I haven't been able to find a...

In my kitchen. (Home cooking: your questions, answers, favorite recipes).(Brief Article)
March 1, 2002... Flat-breasted chicken Readers often ask me how restaurant chefs turn boneless chicken breasts into such thin, delicate cutlets. My answer: You just need a wonderful tool called a meat mallet. Mine has two sides. I use the smooth surface...

3 busy families: 3 dinner challenges: are there "supper issues" in your house--special requests that make it hard to feed your flock night after night? Join the club? And enjoy our quick, delicious solutions.(Recipe)
March 1, 2002... three stressed moms needed help. They wanted to make weeknight meals that everyone in the family would enjoy (already a tall order), and they wanted those meals to be ready in minutes, not hours. To the rescue: GH Food Director Susan...

New ground rules for air travelers. (Security Alert).(Brief Article)
March 1, 2002... You can now breathe a little easier when you're boarding a commercial airliner, thanks to the new aviation security bill. While most of the latest safety measures take place behind the scenes--all checked bags will be screened, and there will...

Three great printer combos. (High Tech, Low Cost).(multifunction printers)(Canon MultiPass F30)(HP PSC 750)(Lexmark X73)(Brief Article)
March 1, 2002... Trekking to the copy shop on Saturday mornings to fax meeting notes to the PTA president gets old fast. Very fast. The solution: an all-in-one home printer that also faxes, scans, and cranks out copies, often in color (great for digital image...

Coming clean about the wash. (Penny-Wise).(Victoria's Secret Gentle Affection)(Brief Article)(Evaluation)
March 1, 2002... Products for hand-washing delicates promise less wear and tear on your lingerie and sweaters. But are they worth the extra strain on your wallet? (Some cost ten times as much as supermarket brands--or even morel) To find out, the GH Institute...

Pet two dogs--call me in the morning. (Natural Health).(Brief Article)
March 1, 2002... As a veterinarian who volunteered at ground zero last fall, I saw firsthand how specially trained therapy dogs were able to soothe stressed-out volunteers. Of course, any animal lover knows what talented psychological healers dogs and cats can...

Selling your old car. (Wheels `N' Deals).(Brief Article)
March 1, 2002... If you have the time to spiff up old Bessy, place ads, field calls, and meet with potential buyers, selling your car privately can be a smart move. The yield: as much as 25 percent more than dealers give on trade-ins, say experts, who offer...

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

A Bend in the Road: Miles had lost his wife in a tragic accident; Sarah had been through a tough divorce. Now they were drawn to each other ... but reluctant to open their hearts. (novel).(Excerpt)
March 1, 2002... ON THE MORNING OF AUGUST 29 1988, A LITTLE MORE THAN TWO YEARS after his wife, Missy, had passed away, Miles Ryan stood on the back porch of his house, watching the rising sun. Before him was the Trent River, partially hidden by cypress trees....

Like it? Find it here ... (shopping details).
March 1, 2002... For more information, contact the source at the phone number or Web address listed below. HEADS UP (SEE PAGE 21) Tiles from Artistic Tile; at showrooms or from authorized dealers; 800-260-8646. Place mats from Blanc D'Ivoire; at...

My favorite things: George Hamilton, actor and Hollywood legend. (last look).(Interview)
March 1, 2002... MOVIE "I like any movie with that classic theme of boy meets girl, boy loses girl. I still think the old ones do it best--Gone with the Wind, Casablanca." WAY TO WORK OUT "I'm currently on Broadway in the musical Chicago. I had no idea how...