A refreshing mix of relaxed vocals and breathable production values, Susannah Blinkoff is brilliant at creating an atmosphere of quirky meets sultry. Her vocals are pure and her lyrics possess a sardonic, teasing quality at times. She successfully lands on her choruses, changing the tone to serious. This is the result of the serious analysis of her own songwriting—doing away with indulgence and embracing skilled collaboration of which this album is truly the result.

Winner of the 2004 Billboard World Song Contest award, with “Jimmy’s Song” placing 3rd in the R&B/Blues category, John Stowers is no newcomer in the genre of blues rock. He’s a talented singer/songwriter who has performed in bars and coffee houses for the bulk of his musical career, and has learned a thing or two in the area of songwriting. Not having the opportunity to see him perform live, I could gage by his CD that he knows how to please an audience.

Summer is in full force and I figured I would go over some plus size fashion “must have” trends for your summer wardrobe. These “must have” fashion trends are for every occasion, not just your summer vacation. They are for your everyday activities including work, rest, and play.

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Written by Danielle Line

There are over 34 vitamins and minerals your body needs in various amounts to function optimally. We have heard, “Eat five servings of fruits and vegetables a day,” but is this truly enough? In fact, it is not. Studies have shown that in order to receive adequate amounts of every vitamin and mineral, we would need to take in over 3000 calories worth of very specific fruits and vegetables. The idea of multivitamin is to supplement and not replace (it is not called a replacement) all the healthy foods you should be enjoying on a regular basis. Your body cannot create most vitamins and minerals required or at least in adequate amounts for optimal daily performance, so your body relies on you to help it out.

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(Article by fitness trainer/nutritionist Anthony Heredia)

From the first “Aloha!” Hawaii holds a stunning array of unforgettable vacation spots. Travelers who want to get the best of Hawaii will want to give themselves sufficient time to visit some of the 50th State’s most stunning sites.

By John Ramallo

In recent years, traveling with a dog has become not only a common practice, but also much easier to do. More and more hotels are allowing pets in the rooms, and some attractions even have a “doggy day care” set up so that people can enjoy the sites while their pet is kept cool and content while playing with new friends. However, just because the practice is becoming more common does not mean that there are not a few “rules” to follow when traveling with your dog as well as a bit of “doggy etiquette” to incorporate.

By David Beart

I am a voracious reader whose appetite for reading material spans the many genres. However, my favorite is fiction, escapist fiction. Lately I found myself wishing for more Harry Potter . . . but J. K. Rowling finished the series with Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows, and it was pointless to wish for more.

(By Lee L. Peoples)

For too long we have been a country that has had too much, so much that whole government agencies have gotten together to decide how to dispose of our excess. That excess has been useable produce, overproduced goods, and even an excess of money when we were as a nation free of debt. From the first immigrants who came to this country, the English, Spanish, and so on, to now, we have had the attitude, “Expand, expand, expand.”

(Written by Lisa A. Trimarchi)

Who influences your style of dress? My style is influenced by such superstars as Gwen Stefani, Rihanna, Nicole Richie, and Mary Kate Olsen. I love the combination of eclectic, bohemian, and chic. It is just who I am. However, do I typically invest in L.A.M.B. pieces or Dior? Nope. I am a gal who loves sales and adores 2-for-1 specials.

(Written by Elana Pruitt)

I was playing on Music Myspace and stumbled upon a page with a man dressed like a woman. I thought this person wore the outfit very well. I invited him to be my friend and told him I thought he did his dress justice. I read his profile and was shocked to learn that he was not only heterosexual, but happily married, too. Naturally, I had to learn more. He discussed it with his wife and agreed to do this interview.