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Clueless Fashionista: Back to Basics-What is my skin tone?

Rina Risper15 years ago04 mins

By Aisha Sims

Before you even put on any type of makeup, you must first determine what colors look best on you. Short of going to the drug store and buying one of every color, there is a way to determine the types of colors that will compliment you.

History of Scott Sunken Garden and Its Restoration

Rina Risper15 years ago013 mins

Courtesy Photo

By Marilyn J. Lee

Garden Club of Greater Lansing

LANSING, MI — It was over twenty years ago when my daughter lived and worked in Lansing when I came upon a beautiful little walled public garden, known as the Scott Sunken Garden, close to Downtown Lansing. The garden can be approached from the South end of Capitol Avenue, and is located at the corner of Washington and Main Street. It is a small garden much appreciated today by visitors to the Women’s Hall of Fame, walkers and Lansing workers in the area who enjoy a few moments of beauty and solitude.

Interpersonal EDGE: Get Even by Doing Well

Rina Risper15 years ago06 mins

By Dr. Daneen Skube

Tribune Media Services

Q. I ended up getting squeezed out of my last job by an underhanded coworker and a malicious boss. I have to admit that revenge fantasies are consuming most of my time, even though I found a better job. How do I handle wanting to get even?

Jump-Start Weight Loss With Two-Week Diet

Rina Risper15 years ago06 mins

By Eric Heiden, M.D., Tribune Media Services

If you’re overweight, you’re not alone. According to research by the National Institute of Diabetes and Digestive and Kidney Diseases, 66 percent of adults in the U.S. are overweight.

On the Road with MoJo Table-for-Two Reviews: Joe’s Bakery and Coffee Shop

Rina Risper15 years ago05 mins

2305 East 7th Street

Austin, TX 78702-3427

512.472.0017

Tues. – Sun.: 6:30am-3pm

Joe’s Bakery & Coffee Shop is a family business serving Austin since 1962. The Avila family celebrates the traditions of the Mexican American culture from the food they serve and many patrons enjoy the recipes that they have been serving over the years.

Movie Review: “Piranha 3D” – 9-17

Rina Risper15 years ago05 mins

“Piranha” shows its teeth.

Studio:     Dimension Films
Plot:     An earthquake tears open the bottom of a lake releasing millions of carnivorous piranhas.
Cast:     Ving Rhames, Richard Dreyfuss, Steven R. McQueen, Elisabeth Shue
Rating:     R   Bottom Line:     ***

Natural Savvy: Create a Green Nursery for Baby

Rina Risper15 years ago06 mins

By Lisa Tsakos
Tribune Media Services

As Kermit the Frog admits, “It’s not easy being green,” but creating a healthy space for your infant is easier today than ever before. Here are recommendations from www.NaturallySavvy.com.

Interpersonal EDGE: Workplace Suffering Can Result in Enlightenment

Rina Risper15 years ago07 mins

By Dr. Daneen Skube
Tribune Media Services

Q. There are so many things wrong with my current job that it would take a book to list them all. I know a lot of people these days are saying it is good for my peace of mind and spiritual development to be in the now. How do you “be in the now” when reality sucks?

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me2u – Pests – 9-17

Rina Risper15 years ago08 mins

It was a good Thursday night. I did not have to work my night job. I had just paid off a big bill that removed a lot of stress from my mind. My life seemed to be on a solid okay footing. Going to bed early is a luxury I rarely get to enjoy. It was quiet in the house. And since it is getting towards the end of summer I appreciated the fact that it was darker than normal. With the dog lying on the floor at the foot of the bed I felt good. I had a sense of contentment as I drifted off to sleep pondering what my next life adventure would be.

Retire Smart: To Understand Your 401K Plan, Just Focus on the Fees

Rina Risper15 years ago09 mins

By Mark Miller
Tribune Media Services

If you’ve spent hours analyzing the investment strategies of the mutual funds in your retirement portfolio, here’s some bad news: You could have saved a lot of time just focusing on the fees.