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GiggleSugar — Wed, 15 Apr 2009 10:00:00 -0700

You can almost hear the attempt at health straining to break through the desire to pickle the liver. Will "frozen healthy shit" win out over wine and tonic? My guess is no.

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7 Outdoor Date Ideas

DearSugar — Wed, 18 Mar 2009 09:00:00 -0700

I hope my list of eight things to look forward to this Spring is helping you count down the minutes to Friday - I for one cannot wait! And while you can do most of those things with others, I thought you'd like to hear my seven outdoor date ideas, too - enjoy!

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8 Things to Look Forward to This Spring

DearSugar — Mon, 16 Mar 2009 09:30:00 -0700

The first official day of Spring is this Friday, March 20, so to get you as excited as I am, here are a few reminders of why this is such a popular season. Enjoy!

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5 Things To Do With the Extra Hour of Daylight!

DearSugar — Fri, 06 Mar 2009 09:00:00 -0800

I don't know about you, but I've been looking forward to changing the clocks for months now, and the time has almost come - this Sunday at 2 a.m. to be exact! Though it's not Summer just yet, the extra hour of light in the evening definitely energizes me and gets me moving after work. Since we've all been cooped up this Winter, I thought you might benefit from these five suggestions on what to do with your extra time once daylight saving time begins. If you have anything to add, please share your ideas in the comments section below - enjoy!

Sleep in and exercise after work - outside! Make use of that extra time in the morning to cuddle with your special someone or to cook yourself a real breakfast!
Take a long walk with your mom, a girlfriend, or your significant other. Bundle up because it's still chilly outside, breathe in the brisk air, and enjoy the change of scenery.

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Plant an herb garden and some flowers in your backyard. If you have patio furniture in storage, dust it off and make your outdoor space liveable again.
Plan a happy hour with your girlfriends, and remember to keep your eyes open for eligible bachelors - guys get Spring fever too!
Get a team together and join a kickball, volleyball, or softball league. It's a great way to be active after work with friends and meet new people!

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5 Ways to Still Pamper Yourself Without Going Broke!

DearSugar — Fri, 20 Feb 2009 07:30:00 -0800

Saving money is on all our minds right now, but if you're like me, the temptation to splurge keeps growing and growing. To help you tame that urge, I'm here to give you some ideas on how you can still pamper yourself, while pinching pennies at the same time. Check them out below:

If you want to treat yourself to a new top or a new pair of jeans, shop online instead of at your local boutique. Most online stores offer free shipping, full credit refunds, and many sites don't charge sales tax.
If manicures and pedicures were once part of your monthly routine, you don't necessarily have to forget about them altogether. Instead of dropping $30-plus every time you head to the salon, opt for a polish change (which is less than half the price of a full fledged mani/pedi) instead - do your filing and moisturizing at home!
Going out for dinner is a nice treat and a great way to socialize, but it can get very expensive. It's still doable, though, as many restaurants are now offering meal deals, happy hour deals, even family-style deals. Do your homework and I bet you'll be happily surprised to see that eating out is still feasible.

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Drinking always adds to the cost of eating out, so choose restaurants that don't have a corkage fee and start BYOBing it!
If travel is what you're missing most these days, check out all the fantastic deals the online travel industry is offering. Hotel prices have dipped - some are even giving away a few nights free - and airlines are offering discounted rates, especially if you fly mid-week.

Do you have any secrets up your sleeve? If so, share them with us below!

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5 Things To Do With Your Significant Other at Home

DearSugar — Wed, 28 Jan 2009 10:00:00 -0800

More than half of you have felt the effects of the economic downturn in your relationship, but just because you're not painting the town as red as you used to, the fun doesn't have to stop. Instead of getting down, start enjoying the simpler life. Here are five ways to help you do just that, and if I've forgotten anything, tell me how you and your partner are spending your nights these days in the comments below.

Rent a movie (or borrow one from a friend or co-worker), pop some popcorn, and make it movie night at home!
Invite your friends over for a potluck dinner. Assign each couple a course and trade recipes at the end of the night - it's a great way to expand your recipe box.

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Make it a romantic night in. Light some candles and take turns massaging each other. I can't think of a better excuse to stay home!
Use the time you'd usually be out and about to check off your chores list - I'm sure you both have plenty of work to do!
Scrapbook together. Combine each other's memorabilia boxes and make a scrapbook of your relationship that you both can enjoy.

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4 Tips on Keeping Your Diet in Check When You're Dating

DearSugar — Fri, 23 Jan 2009 07:30:00 -0800

With so much eating out and letting loose with the one you're crushing on, it's not surprising to see that 51 percent of you gain weight in the beginning of a new relationship. In an effort to avoid letting your waistband suffer in the name of love, I've shared four tips on how to keep your weight in check while falling in love. If I've missed something that works for you, please share your secrets in the comments below.

No one likes to be a Debbie Downer, so instead of saying no to dinner dates or ordering pizza while watching the football game, make sure to stay on track of your exercise routine. If you continue to work out, you'll be able to give yourself a little more leniency with your diet.
Be mindful about how much you're drinking. Not only does alcohol add empty calories to your diet (be sure to drink light beer and avoid sweet mixers when you can), but it can lower your inhibitions and make you eat more.

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Pick and choose. If you want to indulge in a decedent dinner, pass on dessert. If you chose to eat a light meal, treat yourself to a shared dessert - just try not to do both!
Work it off in the bedroom! In a half-hour period, you can burn up to 43 calories making out and 125 calories making love!

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4 Ways to Winterproof Your Sex Life

DearSugar — Wed, 21 Jan 2009 10:00:00 -0800

When it's cold outside, it's hard to get out of bed in the morning, but it's equally as hard to get into a cold bed, if you ask me! If you're having a hard time making sex a priority when the temp drops, here are four tips to help winterproof your sex life this season - enjoy! Source

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5 Ways to Bring the Sexy Back!

DearSugar — Thu, 15 Jan 2009 06:00:00 -0800

I asked you yesterday what one thing you'd change about your sex life, and while most of you seem pretty darn satisfied, many of you admitted to wanting more of it. In an effort to give you just that, check out my five tips for making sex a priority in your life and his. If you have anything to add, please do so in the comments - the more tips the better! Source

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5 Things to Look Forward to This January

DearSugar — Tue, 06 Jan 2009 09:00:00 -0800

I've already been bombarded by friends telling me that they're suffering from post-holiday blues, and to be honest, I'm feeling it a little too. When it's dark and cold outside it's easy to get down, but there are some really fun things we can all look forward to this January. Check out my list below and if you think I've missed something, add your thoughts in the comments section - the more things to look forward to the better!

Even if you're not a sports fan, football playoffs are a fun excuse to get out of the house and meet new people, especially if you're single!
Most of us have a long weekend to look forward to just two weeks away - Martin Luther King Day falls early this year, Jan. 19.
Weekends away during the Winter can be just as fun as any Summer vacation. Bundle up and hit the slopes (or the lodge) and enjoy the snow while you can.
Most of us know someone with a January birthday, so blow it out this year! It's easy to hermit after the holidays so don't let your friends get the short end of the stick - make it a big celebration and get back into the swing of things before you get stuck in a rut.
If you need another excuse to celebrate, plan an inauguration party and watch history being made with close friends and family.

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