Leah @ November 1, 2007 # Comments Off
Men's Health
The Mediterranean diet is a heart-healthy eating plan combining elements of Mediterranean style cooking.
If you’re looking for a heart-healthy eating plan, the Mediterranean diet might be right for you. The Mediterranean diet incorporates the basics of healthy eating, plus a splash of flavorful olive oil and perhaps a glass of good red wine, among other […]
Leah @ November 1, 2007 # Comments Off
Food and Drinks
Here are a few of our staff’s family favorite Thanksgiving recipes, we hope you enjoy them and share them this year with your families!
Bunny’s family favorites
My mom’s Spiced Cranberry~Pear Relish
INGREDIENTS
2 c fresh cranberries
1 c water
1 c sugar
1 small piece fresh or dried ginger root
1 or 2 firm pears (Anjou or Bosc are good)
Juice of one […]
Candie @ November 1, 2007 # Comments Off
Babies and Toddlers, Big Kids and Teenagers
As a mother of a child with Night Terrors I know it can be very upsetting for parents. At first I didn’t think it was what was happening to my son, since he was only about 6 months old when it started and that just seemed too young. With additional research I have found that […]
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Entertainment
5 November Monday
The Raveonettes Lust Lust Lust UK only; US: 10/09
6 November Tuesday
Angels and Airwaves I-Empire
Rob Garza Rob Garza of Thievery Corporation
Jay-Z American Gangster
Infamous Mobb Reality Rap
Nas [Title TBA] […]
Devin @ November 1, 2007 # Comments Off
Entertainment
In Rainbows is a surging, intoxicating compendium. Thom Yorke’s vulnerable vocals delicately float over effortlessly catchy melodies and rhythms. Bass and drums are back in the mix, giving things less of a drive than expected, but this is counteracted by head-nodding compositions and gorgeous string and guitar elements. While lacking the dramatic expression and some […]
Rock'n'Nicco @ November 1, 2007 # Comments Off
Babies and Toddlers, Big Kids and Teenagers, Safety
Who doesn’t dread flu season? Viruses and bacteria are extremely rampant in our everyday environment especially during cold and flu season. We must try to protect our children from these persistent little invisible invaders. You can reduce the spread of germs, by enforcing a few new rules, therefore keeping your kids healthy and happy. Follow […]
Mandy @ November 1, 2007 # Comments Off
Safety
A lot of children look forward to winter time. There are so many fun outdoor activities, and they love to play in the ice and snow, […]
Leah @ November 1, 2007 # Comments Off
Home and Garden
Carpet Cleaning Tips & Tricks
Tending to the needs of your carpet is a small step towards improving the appearance and health of your home. Whether you’re moving in or moving out, a professionally cleaned carpet can leave a lasting impression on potential homeowners and sellers. Below are some handy carpet cleaning tips and guidelines for […]
Devin @ November 1, 2007 # Comments Off
Entertainment
Sesame Workshop, the nonprofit parent company of Sesame Street, launched the first in a series of free iTunes video podcasts called “Learn Along With Sesame.” Sesame Street currently offers 6 free educational episodes, with a new one each week. Each podcast covers a different topic, including:
* Happy Healthy Ready for School - How Elmo gets […]
Leah @ November 1, 2007 # Comments Off
Women's Health
Depression During and After Pregnancy
What is depression?
Depression can be described as feeling sad, blue, unhappy, miserable, or down in the dumps. Most of us feel this way at one time or another for short periods. But true clinical depression is a mood disorder in which feelings of sadness, loss, anger, or frustration interfere with everyday […]
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Entertainment
Here’s a selection of new movies on DVD for November, 2007.
November 6, 2007
Deck the Halls DVD
Danny DeVito and Matthew Broderick star in this comedy. In a New England town, optometrist Steve Finch (Broderick) is obsessed with organizing things at Christmastime and his identity depends on the visibility this gives him during the yuletide season. But […]
Leah @ November 1, 2007 # Comments Off
Home and Garden
A November gardening calendar really highlights the differences in regional gardens. For many there is no November garden to speak of. Others can’t wait for the cool days and slower pace of fall gardening. But even if your garden is already covered in snow, there are still garden tasks calling. Unfortunately insect pests are much […]
Tracy @ November 1, 2007 # Comments Off
Big Kids and Teenagers, Education
Executive Summary
Public schools are the norm for today’s society. In one school in Queen Creek, Arizona the schools have opened with one new school uncompleted, and the rest overcrowded. Why do people choose to public school over homeschooling? It could be because this is the type of education they grew up with.Today, however homeschooling is […]
Rock'n'Nicco @ November 1, 2007 # Comments Off
Babies and Toddlers, Big Kids and Teenagers, Photo Contests
Parental Playground Fall Photo Contest
1st Place
“Osker Loves Fall”
2nd Place […]
Candie @ November 1, 2007 # Comments Off
Entertainment
www.undeadthemovie.com
CAST:
Felicity Mason … Rene
Mungo McKay … Marion
Rob Jenkins … Wayne
Lisa Cunningham … Sallyanne
Dirk Hunter … Harrison
Emma Randall … Molly
Steve Grieg … Agent
Noel Sheridan … Chip
Gaynor Wensley … Aggie
Eleanor Stillman … Ruth
Directed By … Michael Spierig and Peter Spierig
Written By … Michael Spierig and Peter Spierig
MOVIE […]
Rock'n'Nicco @ November 1, 2007 # Comments Off
Babies and Toddlers
There are so many important things involved when raising children. A healthy diet, discipline, teaching what is right and wrong, it is sometimes overwhelming. I wanted to talk about a basic concept that can get your baby and/or toddler on the right track, so they are rested and ready to learn all the life lessons […]
Leah @ November 1, 2007 # Comments Off
Interviews
Interview with Dayna Delux for Parental Playground
Welcome to Parental Playground, we are very happy to have this opportunity to interview you today and learn about you, your family and your industry.
Name:Dayna
Age: 29
Location: Anaheim, California
Website: Daynadelux.com
Occupation: Model/bartender
Any Siblings? 2 half sisters
Where did you grow up? Dallas Texas
Do you have any hobbies? I make hair clips and […]
Leah @ November 1, 2007 # Comments Off
Entertainment
Friday, November 2nd
American Gangster
Bee Movie
A Broken Sole
(NY)
Darfur Now
(NY, LA)
Joe Strummer: The Future Is Unwritten
(Limited)
The Kite Runner
Mama, I Want to Sing!
(Limited)
Martian Child
Park
(Limited; LA)
Friday, November 9th
After Dark Horrorfest 2007
(Limited)
Borderland
(After Dark Horrorfest 2)
The Deaths of Ian Stone
(After Dark Horrorfest 2)
Fred Claus
Frontière(s)
(After Dark Horrorfest 2)
Holly
(Limited)
I Could Never Be Your Woman
(Limited)
Lake Dead
(After Dark Horrorfest 2)
The Life of Reilly
(Limited)
Lions for Lambs
Mulberry […]
Jenni @ November 1, 2007 # Comments Off
Entertainment
Little Rockers With Monster Sound Slay Garage Rock
Scene
By Jen Barger
Photos By Jen Barger
Detroit’s rock scene is known for lo-fi garage bands and classic rock-n-roll
sound, but it will soon be known for producing the coolest family band ever to
hit the stage - The Muldoons. Fronted by 10-year-old Shane Muldoon, lead guitar
by 13-year-old Hunter Muldoon, and backed […]
Ranee @ November 1, 2007 # Comments Off
Beauty
Face Shape is the single most important consideration in getting a flattering hair style for yourself!
Your face shape is the starting point to choosing a new hair style. Your hair type is the next consideration. Is your hair naturally straight, wavy, curly, or kinky? Is your hair fine, medium, or thick? Lastly, […]
Devin @ November 1, 2007 # Comments Off
Mind and Spirit
The Chakra System, identified thousands of years ago by the ancient Indian Vedas, consists of seven major energy portals, or funnel shaped whirling discs, located in a column from our tailbones to the top of our head. Each of these portals communicates with the world around us in a way that relates specifically to one […]