Basic Rules For Cell Phone Etiquette In Public

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Cell phones are no longer used for emergencies only. People whip out their cell for the most simple reasons. What was once a “status symbol” is now considered a necessity.  Everyone (including elementary aged school kids) has one and they are used as a way of instantly contacting someone. Road & Travel Magazine have outlined… [Continue Reading]

Beauty Tips For Airplane Travel

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If you’re lucky enough to be heading off for an exotic holiday this summer, the chances are that it’s preceded by a plane journey, maybe even quite a long fight. So, you’ve treated yourself to some new summer outfits, you’ve packed your bikini and your strappy sandals… and the last thing you want is to… [Continue Reading]

Packing Tips For The Plus Size Travelista

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A few weeks ago Life Size Radio’s Beauty Contributor, Joy Tribble shared some great tips on packing your clothing if you were planning to attend Full Figured Fashion Week™. FFF Week is over, but Joy’s tips for the plus size travelista still apply. Step 1. Remember this order of operations: Shirts on the bottom, then… [Continue Reading]

The Wizarding World of Harry Potter Opens at Universal Orlando Resort

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The Wizarding World of Harry Potter at Universal Orlando Resort celebrated its grand opening last month with help from Harry Potter film actors Daniel Radcliffe, Rupert Grint, Tom Felton, James and Oliver Phelps, Matthew Lewis, Bonnie Wright, Michael Gambon, Warwick Davis and thousands of excited fans – officially becoming the only place in the world where… [Continue Reading]

Kid Friendly Fun This Fourth of July

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SAFE SUMMER CELEBRATIONS Fireworks can be dangerous and the last thing a parent wants to do this Fourth of July is put their child’s health in danger. As part of its new children’s eye health program, Star Pupils, Prevent Blindness America offers the Safe Summer Celebrations guide free to parents that offers tips on how to… [Continue Reading]

Tips For Extending Your Cars Life

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The average car will last long enough to take the owner well beyond a 100,000 mile journey. In this still economic uncertain time, people continue to spend less. Used car sales and their values remain strong and recessionistas are looking for ways to keep their older vehicles in tip-top shape. Women-Drivers.com provides these 10 simple… [Continue Reading]

Test Your Teens Driving Skills

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My 13-year-old triplets are fond of reminding me that in about three years they will be driving.  At times like these, I think perhaps electronic defibrillators should be standard issue with children – especially multiples.   My daughters started doing this to me about five years ago.  I remember the first time very clearly because… [Continue Reading]

Texting And Driving Does Not Mix

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Many people take the “No Driving While Texting” movement lightly.  If you’ve ever been in a car with a person who insists on texting while operating a large motor vehicle and you actually paid attention to their driving habits, you are aware of how dangerous it can be.  The distractions may go unnoticed but a… [Continue Reading]

Women On Motorcycles Grab Life By The Handlebars

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For many years I’ve secretly wanted to ride on a motorcycle. Anyone who knows me personally is very well aware that I am a square when it comes to adventure. But when I close my eyes and think of the thrill people get when riding on a motorcycle, I can only imagine how empowering it… [Continue Reading]

Dance Away Your Fears

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Whether it’s at a wedding, or at a bar, or even at their first dance class, some people are so overwhelmed at the feeling of being humiliated and shamed that they cringe and cave inward, and either hide wherever they can or walk away. James Joseph, author of Every Man’s Survival Guide to Ballroom Dancing,… [Continue Reading]