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Showing posts with label lifestyle. Show all posts

Apr 18, 2014

Father of girl 12 who had baby tells LBC radio he is proud of her

Father of girl 12 who had baby tells LBC radio he is proud of her. The father of a 12-year-old girl who has become Britain’s youngest mother insisted that he is proud of his daughter.

The schoolgirl, who became pregnant by her 13-year-old ‘boyfriend’ when she was still in primary school, gave birth to a 7lb 4oz girl on Monday (AEDT).

At 12 years and three months, she is five months younger than the previous youngest UK mother. She and the baby’s father, who are said to be ‘totally in love’ and who have been going out for a year, are believed to be Britain’s youngest parents.

Apr 2, 2014

Priest warns Lego monster and zombie figurines tools of the devil

Priest warns Lego monster and zombie figurines tools of the devil. A Priest has warned parents that a new range of monster and zombie Legos are a tool of Satan and can “destroy” children’s souls.

Polish priest Slawomir Kostrzewa says Lego has moved to the dark side with their Monster Fighters and Zombie figures, which he slammed as being “about darkness and the world of death”.

“Friendly fellows have been replaced by dark monsters, “ he said, reports The Telegraph UK.

“These toys can have a negative effect on children. They can destroy their souls and lead them to the dark side.”

Apr 1, 2014

Olive Bowers writes fierce letter to magazine

Olive Bowers writes fierce letter to magazine. OLIVE Bowers is a 13-year-old girl who likes a surf. What she doesn’t like is one magazine’s portrayal of women in the sport, so penned a fierce letter to complain.

Most surfers rant about poor waves or grommets cutting them up but this year 8 board member has a major beef about how Tracks magazine — a publication dubbed “the surfers’ bible” — is allegedly poorly promoting women and setting a bad example.

While recently perusing a copy of the magazine she was shocked at how few women were featured. In fact, the only female she encountered within the pages was in a ‘Girl of the Month’ section and “she wasn’t surfing or even remotely near a beach”, her letter to the Editor, Luke Kennedy, read.

Mar 17, 2014

Greedy parents throw worst baby shower ever


Greedy parents throw worst baby shower ever. Forget nappies with chocolate poo and guess the baby’s weight games. Just when you thought baby showers couldn’t get any more cringe-worthy, this mum-to-be comes along.

Parenting site mommyish.com have uncovered this gem of a poem, sent in by one of their readers who decided not to attend the baby shower of an “acquaintance, if you can even call her that. They sat next to each other at graduation and they have some mutual friends in common, but they are not friends. I repeat, they are not friends.”

Feb 5, 2014

Acts Of Kindness To Restaurant Servers

Acts Of Kindness To Restaurant Servers, While we often hear nasty stories about how people act toward each other in public, sometimes its good to hear the good stories too. It doesn’t always take much to make someone’s day. Weve covered a lot of stories of people giving outrageous tips or patrons buying one another meals, so we thought it would good to collect some of the most interesting stories out there. Check out our favorites below.

Dec 8, 2013

Celebrity holiday recipes : Neil Patrick Harris Ooey Gooey bars

Carrie cooked up Ooey Gooey bars for Neil Patrick Harris. Since she made such huge batch, she sent him home with a bag of extras (mostly the edges, since those are his favorite).

Mariana said that after her shoot was finished, Blair Underwood, his mom, and the rest of their family all sat down to eat the casserole that she prepared. They told her: “It was so good you just put your foot in it.” That’s as good as it gets!

Oct 27, 2013

Carrot app bribes dates

Carrot app bribes dates. CAN’T get anyone to fall in love with you? Just “bribe” them with money or a new set of breast implants.

It sounds a little like prostitution to some commentators but that’s the philosophy of a new online dating app called Carrot founded by tech entrepreneur Brandon Wade.

The premise of Carrot is that suitors who don’t think they have any redeeming personal qualities can just “bribe” a lucky lad or lady into going out for a bite or drink.

Aug 27, 2013

Lidia Bastianich My Mother's Chicken and Potatoes

Lidia Bastianich My Mother's Chicken and Potatoes. In my family, favorite dishes are always being altered according to what is available and what is best — especially when I’m cooking. Here’s a perfect example: chicken and potatoes, fried together in a big skillet so they’re crisp and moist at the same time, is my mother’s specialty. Growing up, my brother and I demanded it every week; our kids, Tanya and Joe and Eric, Paul and Estelle, clamored for it too. And now the next generation of little ones are asking their great-grandmother to make chicken and potatoes for them.

Lidia Bastianich turkey meatballs pine nuts golden raisins

Lidia Bastianich turkey meatballs pine nuts golden raisins. These turkey and vegetable meatballs are a leaner alternative to traditional beef meatballs. The pine nuts and raisins give a textured and sweet flavor that makes them even more delicious and unique. If you’re looking for a way to revamp your Italian cooking repertoire, these meatballs will do the trick!

Aug 14, 2013

10 Fun school supplies to add to your list

10 Fun school supplies to add to your list, We all know glue, No. 2 pencils and composition books are on back to school supply lists, but there are plenty of other gadgets, tools and just plain cool stuff that will help send your kids back to class with a little flair.

We rounded up 10 fun school supplies you won't find on most official lists, but that will definitely help make learning just a little more fun. Who wouldn't want to study in style?

Aug 10, 2013

Guide dog and owners fall in love

Guide dog and owners fall in love
Claire Johnson, 50, and Mark Gaffey, 52 fell in love soon after their dogs Rodd and Venice did. The couple are planning to get married next spring.
Guide dog and owners fall in love. A blind couple is engaged to be married after their guide dogs became an item during a guide dog training course.

Claire Johnson first met Mark Gaffey after their guide dogs immediately ran to each other while attending a two-week training course for guide dogs. Their dogs, Rodd and Venice, instantly took a liking to one another and were reportedly inseparable during the course.

Aug 6, 2013

Taco Bell's Waffle Taco Is Beautiful and Frightening and Full of Meat

Taco Bell's Waffle Taco Is Beautiful and Frightening and Full of Meat
Taco Bell's Waffle Taco Is Beautiful and Frightening and Full of Meat. The stomach-churning world of food combinations — where the cronut reigns supreme and the ramen burger is heir apparent — is set to welcome into its ranks a Frankenstein-like meal that may entice or revolt lovers of both Mexican food and breakfast.

Jeopardy Controversy

Jeopardy Controversy, Losing sucks. And it is tough watching your child lose at something he really wants to win. But teaching your children to handle loss with grace can help them become resilient adults.

That’s what some child psychology experts would like Thomas Hurley III and his mother to understand. After the 12-year-old “Kids Jeopardy!” contestant misspelled the Final Jeopardy answer, Emancipation Proclamation, last week he was eliminated, earning him the runner-up position.

Aug 2, 2013

Gay dads to sue the Church of England for right to religious wedding

Gay dads to sue the Church of England for right to religious wedding
The first legal challenge to the Church of England's ban on same-sex marriage was launched today - months before the first gay wedding can take place.

Gay father Barrie Drewitt-Barlow declared: 'I want to go into my church and marry my husband.' He added: 'The only way forward for us now is to make a challenge in the courts against the Church.'

Aug 1, 2013

How to Celebrate National Girlfriends Day

How to Celebrate National Girlfriends Day? There is Valentine's Day to celebrate those you love, but Girlfriend's Day is where you can honor any relationship- whether romantic or friendship- that you have with a girl. Here are the top ways to celebrate National Girlfriend's Day.

Jul 29, 2013

Psycho boss research

Psycho boss research
Psycho boss research,  The bully, the narcissist, the know-it-all, even the psychopath.

We may not like them, or want our children to be like them. But chances are, almost everyone who has worked long enough has a horror story about a superior who generally behaved like Homer Simpson's boss, Mr. Charles Montgomery "Monty" Burns.

Jul 23, 2013

Baby Einstein Recall a Big Recall Associated with Customer Satisfaction

Baby Einstein Recall a Big Recall Associated with Customer Satisfaction. The Baby Einstein recall is a relief to some parents. The Baby Einstein recall is because Baby Einstein doesn't really teach your kids anything - even though previous claims state otherwise. Who would have thought that the Baby Einstein recall would be such a high profile event?

Skipping breakfast may increase heart attack risk

Skipping breakfast may increase heart attack risk. Here's a good reason to eat breakfast every morning: It could keep your heart risks low, according to a new study.

Research published in the journal Circulation shows an association between regularly skipping breakfast and having a higher risk of experiencing a heart attack or having fatal heart disease.

Jul 17, 2013

Goth Barbie: Monster High's goth dolls are putting the fear into Barbie

Monster High's goth dolls are putting the fear into Barbie
The leggy dolls of Mattel's Monster High gang are hardly monstrous. But — with fangs, scars and Amy Winehouse-levels of raccoon eye shadow — the goth playthings are second in sales only to their legendary sister Barbie (aka the world's most popular doll).

Jul 1, 2013

Best Bathing Suits for Your Body Type

Best Bathing Suits for Your Body Type. Many women are self-conscious about how they look in swimwear. Finding that perfect bathing suit that helps you look great on the beach can be a daunting task, but keeping a few flattering styles in mind while you shop can help you pick a suit you look good in and feel comfortable wearing.