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If you're like me, you tend to tip more when a waitress has been especially charming and efficient, or none at all when you experience really bad attitude from a cabbie. That's because tipping rewards and promotes good service, right? Think again. Studies show that people still tip when they receive bad service and the amount people give doesn't vary drastically with how satisfied they were with Read more
California first lady Maria Shriver ended her Women's Conference yesterday by honoring super woman Oprah Winfrey with a Minerva Award, an award given to the country's most inspirational women. In her acceptance speech, Oprah stayed true to Maria's message of empowering women, explaining that her new network OWN will be "fun and entertaining without tearing people down and calling them bitches. Read more
Recently, I ordered an Asian rice bowl from a casual restaurant in the neighborhood. "Do you want white rice or brown rice with that?" the server asked me when she placed my takeout order. Since I was given the option, I went for brown rice — only to find out after I'd signed the bill that I was charged extra for the option. While I wouldn't have been bothered by an extra charge, I was Read more
When it comes time to register for your wedding, instead of signing up for a $1600 gravy boat that you'll use only once a year, why not register for some services for your home that you can enjoy year-round? Collecting essential home furnishings here and there isn't so painful, but when it comes to writing a check to your landscaper, housekeeper, movers, etc., you'll wish you'd asked for it as a Read more
There was an unconfirmed rumor going around the Sugar offices yesterday that Miss Oprah Winfrey was playing the part of a flight attendant on a San Francisco bound flight. Pretty crazy huh!! While I would have been a star struck passenger, to say the least, it got me thinking ... who would you want as your celebrity steward or stewardess? If you could have any Hollywood star wait on you, hand and Read more
Have you ever been to a restaurant and bitten your tongue after the waitress served you undercooked chicken or brought you off tasting fish? Although it is never comfortable to send back a meal or a bottle of wine, sometimes it is necessary so here are some easy steps to follow the next time you are faced with a similar dilemma. Click here to read more Read more
Everything about Moonrise Kingdom is unmistakably Wes Anderson: the hazy cinematography, the clever dialogue, and even the use of the director's favorite actors. Indeed, Anderson isn't leaving his comfort zone as a filmmaker, but Moonrise Kingdom is still a pleasure to watch. Set in 1965, the movie tells the story of Sam and Suzy (newcomers Jared Gilman and Kara Hayward), preteen pen pals who Read more
I'm sure everyone can do with a little more cash in their wallets. Here are some great suggestions by Wise Bread for you to make extra money. Even though I'm self-employed full-time, I'm always looking for new and exciting ways to make more money. Earlier this year, I wrote a Wise Bread post on websites that can help you earn extra cash. More recently, I came across a blog post on Zaarly titled, Read more
Heidi Klum goes for a grungy rocker look in this risqué video — Styleite How to get pink ombré on dark hair — HuffPost Style Why this editor can't do without her hair removal creams — Stylelist Men want pricing equality when it comes to spa services — The Cut Switch up your Winter skin care favorites for Summer-ready formulas — The Fashion Spot 10 star-inspired hairstyles that are Read more
Paying for college is such a complex issue. LearnVest helps simplify it by answering some key questions in regard to paying tuition. If you believe everything you read, then you might think you need to be a Rockefeller to have kids. That, of course, isn't the case. Yes, kids are expensive, and thinking about paying for a college education can be scary and frustrating . . . but that's where we Read more
