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Do You Hire a Snow Plow Service?

CasaSugar — Wed, 30 Dec 2009 11:00:36 PST

I lived on a private road growing up, so we had to chip in with our neighbors to hire a snow plow service in the Winter. In general, snow removal is provided for public roads by the public works department, though. But some of us with long driveways may still have to hire snow plowers depending on your location. How about you?

How to Deal With Road Rage

DearSugar — Thu, 12 Jul 2007 11:00:00 PDT

I'm sure you've all been one of those pissed off people, angrily clenching the steering wheel, cursing at the traffic that's making you late for work. Stress from driving can cause your blood pressure to rise and your emotions to get the best of you behind the wheel. People with such road rage honk their horn incessantly, yell at other drivers, tailgate cars in front of them, and weave in and out of different lanes, which can cause accidents.

If any of this rings true for you, here are some ways to prevent road rage:

Carpool. Take a bus. Hop on the subway. You can get to work anyway you want, but who said you have to be the one behind the wheel? Now instead of getting annoyed during your commute, you can read a book, catch up on the news, write a letter, talk to other people, do a little work, or even snooze. Doesn't that sound relaxing? Plus, it's better for the environment!
If you have to drive, try to avoid certain times of day or places that get congested. I used to leave for work a little earlier, which almost cut my commute in half.
Make yourself a mix of calming songs to listen to in the car. You'd be surprised what relaxing music can do for your mood. Or listen to a book on tape. Getting lost in a good story can distract you from getting bothered by what's happening outside the car.
Be the bigger person. If someone cuts you off, doesn't use their turn signal, runs a red light, or rides up your behind, just let it go. You can't change what they did (even if you give them "the finger" with both hands), so just forget about it. Be proud that you are being a good and safe driver.
If you come across an aggressive driver, keep your distance, don't make eye contact, don't honk, and don't do anything to instigate them.

Most importantly, buckle up!

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Do You Pack Healthy Snacks For Your Road Trips?

Leta Shy — Sat, 26 May 2012 03:44:05 PDT

It's finally here - the weekend where you pack up, suit up, or eat up to celebrate the start of warmer weather. For many, that also means packing up the car and heading somewhere to celebrate Memorial Day.

Staying healthy on vacation, no matter how short, can be difficult, especially when you're on the road. It's so easy to pull over and grab fast food or gas station fare instead of searching out healthier options, and sometimes packing your own snacks can take too much time to prepare.

If you're taking a road trip this weekend, will you be bringing healthier options with you, or will you be stopping for fast food? (If you need quick snack ideas, then check out these 150-calorie travel snack packs you can make fast!)

Kristen Stewart Poses in a Sexy Printed Gown at Her Big Cannes Premiere

Lauren Turner — Wed, 23 May 2012 10:08:58 PDT

Kristen Stewart, in a sexy Balenciaga gown with a slit, was back in front of the Cannes crowd for the premiere of On the Road in France today. She attended a photocall and press conference with costars Kirsten Dunst and Garrett Hedlund this morning. Kristen talked about her topless scenes in the film, saying, "I love pushing. I love scaring myself." This afternoon's event was extraspecial for Kristen, since she had boyfriend Robert Pattinson on hand for support. Rob's pal Tom Sturridge is also in the movie, and he posed alongside Kristen on his way into the screening.

Robert Pattinson Hits the Red Carpet at Kristen Stewart's Cannes Premiere

Lauren Turner — Wed, 23 May 2012 09:52:55 PDT

Robert Pattinson made his 2012 Cannes Film Festival debut on the red carpet for the premiere of girlfriend Kristen Stewart's On the Road today. He has his own project, Cosmopolis, to promote at the glamorous festival, but it looks like he's showing support for Kristen's work first. She was up early with her costars Kirsten Dunst, Garrett Hedlund, and Tom Sturridge for a photo call this morning after many of them arrived in the South of France last night. Kristen and Rob are just a few of the glamorous couples at Cannes, including Diane Kruger and Joshua Jackson and Salma Hayek and her husband, Francois-Henri Pinault.

Cannes Minireview: On the Road

Allie Merriam — Wed, 23 May 2012 02:50:15 PDT

Required reading for teenagers in America, Jack Kerouac's On the Road is now a big-screen film, and the finished product just debuted at Cannes. It's one of the most anticipated movies to be screened at the Grand Palais - read on to see what we thought.

Who's behind it? Walter Salles, of The Motorcycle Diaries, was tasked with directing the picture, which is of course based on the Kerouac classic. Salles has a long list of stars - at one point, I wondered who isn't in this movie. Sam Riley, who had a star-making role in 2007's Control, plays the lead role of Sal Paradise, and Garrett Hedlund is his pal Dean Moriarty. Kristen Stewart and Kirsten Dunst have smaller parts as Dean's love interests, and Amy Adams, Viggo Mortensen, Tom Sturridge, Steve Buscemi, Elisabeth Moss, and many more have other cameos. The production has been in the works for decades. Francis Ford Coppola secured the movie rights back in 1980.
What's it about? It's the beat generation in the USA during the 1940s, but Sal Paradise can't seem to get past his writer's block. Sal takes up with a group of friends who love drinking, talking, dancing, and moving. Dean Moriarty enters the picture and offers adventure. He likes to move around the country, not caring where the money comes from or which hearts he breaks. Sal's a devoted friend to Dean, and they travel the country meeting up with friends, family, strangers, and going wherever the road takes them.

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Video: Our Cannes Review of On the Road - Plus Kristen Talks About Her Racy Topless Scene!

Lauren Bradshaw — Wed, 23 May 2012 12:56:18 PDT

Kristen Stewart's On the Road debuted at Cannes today, and everyone's talking about the new mature role that has the actress going topless in a racy scene. Our own PopSugar editors Molly Goodson and Allie Merriam have been spending the past week at the festival, and they caught an early screening of the film just this morning. Find out what they thought about the movie - and hear what Kristen herself had to say about the sexy scenes - in PopSugar Rush!

8 Unexpected Foodie Towns in the US

Lizzie Fuhr — Fri, 25 May 2012 04:29:34 PDT

While big cities like New York, San Francisco, and Chicago get loads of press for their high-end cuisine, there are plenty of other cities all over the US that cultivate their own foodie communities. If you're looking to plan a Summer road trip with quality food to boot, then here are eight sweet cities with renowned restaurants and flavors that pack a punch. Don't see your favorite stop in the list? Chime in with your city in the comments!

Kristen Stewart Returns Home Without Robert Pattinson

Kimberly Timlick — Sat, 26 May 2012 23:18:57 PDT

Kristen Stewart arrived at LAX last night fresh off an international flight from France. Kristen modeled designer gowns from Balenciaga and Reem Acra during her stay in Cannes, but on her return trip she was more comfortable in a pair of skinny jeans and Nike sneakers. Kristen was in Cannes promoting her upcoming release, On the Road, and also found time to attend a screening of Robert Pattinson's latest project, Cosmopolis. Rob and Kristen stuck close and held hands at his post-premiere celebration, and were making out at her On the Road afterparty.

Kristen's shifting her focus back to another project, Snow White and the Huntsman. Her fairy-tale hits the big screen on Friday and we've got the first episode of our I'm a Huge Fan: Kristen Stewart coming your way!

Kristen, Kirsten, Garrett, and Sam Hit Cannes With the On the Road Crew

Allie Merriam — Wed, 23 May 2012 08:39:13 PDT

Kristen Stewart and her On the Road cast mates gathered this morning for a photocall at the Cannes Film Festival. Kristen paired a white tee and black blazer with a pair of wild printed pants for the press session. She threw an arm around a Dolce & Gabbana-clad Kirsten Dunst for a series of girls-only pictures, then linked up with costars Sam Riley, Viggo Mortensen, Tom Sturridge, Garrett Hedlund, and Danny Morgan. Director Walter Salles was also on hand.Their movie just screened at the Grand Palais - make sure to check out our On the Road review.

Kristen's in France with the picture and her costars just ahead of her boyfriend Robert Pattinson's Cannes debut. He'll hit the Croisette himself with his David Cronenberg-directed Cosmopolis before the festival wraps up this weekend. Kristen and Robert aren't the only couple we're hoping to see making the rounds. Tom may have brought along his pregnant partner Sienna Miller, and Sam makes an adorable pair with his German actress wife, Alexandra Maria Lara. Kirsten was already hanging out with her boyfriend - she's dating costar Garrett.