On numerous occasions, my clothing, shoes, or accessories become the topic of discussion. And don’t get me wrong, I definitely enjoy the confidence booster when a word like “sassy” is thrown at me. But because my emotions are the sole force that drive me to put on certain pieces, I’m usually oblivious to other people’s perception of what I’m workin’ with. When a compliment is thrown my way, I actually have to look at or touch the specific item to regain my reasoning for wearing it.

(Written by Elana Pruitt)

I have been doing the online dating thing and hooked up with a really nice guy who has everything I want. He even owns his own home. Here’s my problem: I totally lied on my dating application. I lied about my age, my hobbies. I lied about liking Monday night football. I didn’t reveal the fact that I was married before. We’ve been going out for a month now, and I am terrified of being found out.

Ah summer! As we shake off sheaths of clothing in favor of showing some skin, the summer sun can scorch, especially if one opts to head out sans sun protection. The outer layer of one’s skin is comprised of dead cells on the surface and live cells right beneath, which repeatedly replenish the surface of one’s skin with dead cells.

(Written By Patricia Lee )

A while back I found myself without a car. I still had to get where I needed to go, and I had two good legs, two good feet, and all of my toes in tact; so I thought, why not walk? Why not ride my bike? Not being used to riding a bike after all these years, I found bike riding a little of a challenge. I had a cheap bike with a hard seat, and needless to say, I found walking a lot easier on my derriere.

(Written By Lisa A. Trimarchi)

When does fashion fade from our wardrobe? Should it ever? Are there points in our lives when being stylish is supposed to take a backseat to the big picture? Lately, I can’t help but wonder if my attraction to designer handbags, ornate clutches, and vintage denim will always be an intricate part of my personality….if my bulletin board will always be posted with Nordstrom’s latest eyewear must-have’s…or if my nightlife pleasure will always be about who’s wearing what and who definitely shouldn’t be wearing what.

(Written by Elana Pruitt

(Written by Marilyn Anderson)

Ohhhhh, weddings, engagements, anniversaries—they all mean romance! But why limit romance to special occasions? Pick any night, and whisk your honey off to an enchanting getaway. Just an hour and a half drive from Los Angeles is one of the most romantic places in the world.

(Written by Natalie Martin)

Although undocumented immigrants come in all nationalities and political ideologies, it seems that the only group ever to garner interest among legislators and voters consistently has been the “brown” people. And why not? They’re easiest to spot, and they make for great immediate vilification when the public needs to be distracted from the attention being paid to high gasoline costs and runaway budgets and an unending war. But, in fairness to both those who vilify illegal immigrants and those who wish to offer amnesty to anyone who touches American soil, let me suggest some options.

Naissance on Melrose is one of the premiere stylish maternity boutiques. Since its inception people have followed the trend. NOM was created because the owner, Jennifer Noonan, felt a need in the fashion industry for stylish maternity wear. During both of Jennifer’s pregnancies, she was very disappointed with her shopping experience, so she opened up a small boutique in Calabasas, California, and then NOM in Los Angeles.

Bella Dahl has been around for almost six years, and two years ago Bella Dahl Maternity was created based on the need for cool, sexy maternity wear in the same vein as Bella Dahl, a very contemporary, sexy fitting jeans line. Head designer Lynn Keys came up with a very successful product with a sexy fit and cool styling; very contemporary, very hip.

Adina helps three women cope with their very interesting circumstances. One woman has a friend with body odor, another is being rushed into a relationship, the third is in an interracial marriage with tactless in-laws. Read how Adina solves their dilemmas.