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Celebrating Fat Tuesday? Check out the History of Mardi Gras!
We all know that Mardi Gras involves parades, fatty foods and colorful beads. But not all of us know its actual history. In the U.S., Mardi Gras has evolved to become a worldwide recognized holiday with people traveling from all over the globe to take part in the week-long celebration in New Orleans that includes masks, dancing, beads, parades and traditional foods like gumbo, King Cake and Paczki.
Making Exercise a Priority
Working out is ALWAYS a priority for me. I usually put on my workout clothes first thing in the morning to make sure I get some exercise in. Some days I know exactly what I’ll be doing, spin class, home workout, jog in the park. Other days I don’t know when or how I am going to fit in physical activity but I make it my mission.
Tara Stiles Introduces “This is Yoga”
Tara Stiles is one busy lady! The former model turned yoga expert just released her yoga DVD collection entitled “This is Yoga,” held a launch party for the series complete with a nighttime yoga session, and even had time to answer our questions about her passion for yoga.
It’s Time to Turn the Spotlight on Single Mothers
At just 16, Olympic Gold Medalist Gabby Douglas is the first African-American since Dominique Dawes to represent Team USA on the Olympic gymnastics team. However, in my mind, her mom, Natalie Hawkins, also deserves a medal. A lifetime achievement award of a different stripe.
Famous and Fabulous: Five Iconic Wedding Dresses
Do you remember Princess Diana’s gown? How about the most recent royal bride, Kate Middleton? Or the fictional fashionista Carrie Bradshaw’s ‘Big’ wedding day outfit? It’s no secret that high-profile weddings are characterized by high-profile dresses. These gowns take months to design and come with quite the price tag, but there’s no denying that the end result is something priceless. Here are some of the most famous and iconic wedding dresses: Kate Middleton