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This past year my husband turned 30. I wanted to make sure and surprise him with an awesome party he’d never forget. He was born in 1980 so I thought throwing an 80’s party would be perfect! Plus who doesn’t love a GREAT 80’s party…right?!?! Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. To learn more about ’em, click here. To keep this super secret I emailed all my husbands friends and family a few months in advance, to clue them in and get them started on looking for their perfect 80’s Prom attire....

What is Turkey bowling, you ask? It’s when you go bowling ON Thanksgiving, of course! It’s also a fun craft to do together, a hilarious game and a WHOLE BUNCH of laughs all packed into one! We fell in love with this adorable version by The Seasoned Mom that we wanted to do our own spin. Get ready for a brand new Bowling Thanksgiving tradition that will keep your guests coming back year after year!...

There are lots of other things about me: I knit, I write, I live with an anxiety disorder, I’m still not sure what the offside rule in hockey is all about, and I have an alarmingly large collection of stuffed Snoopys for someone who is about to turn 51. But in so many ways, “bereaved mom” defines me because it’s the lens through which I view my world. I’m living and Thomas is not....

Keep on scrolling to check it out! Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. To learn more about ’em, click here. Why Go to a Flea Market Flea markets (also known as antique markets) are a great place to find fun deals, and the vibe is great between people. It’s important to be kind to vendors and other buyers, and we really believe that trying to make the world a better, kinder place and focusing on serving others will strengthen all of your relationships....

Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. To learn more about ’em, click here. But before we jump into what this ‘Tied to You’ Valentine surprise is all about, we have to give a huge shout out to our own Diva Designer, Elizabeth! She helped put the ‘cute’ in cute Valentine’s Day gifts and really made our Valentine surprise a success! Valentine Surprise Printable Contents Before we get into the how-to’s of these fun Valentine’s Day ideas, take a peek at what’s included below....

Watch the video (2 minutes, 24 seconds): For more on this subject, read Mindfulness and the Military here on Mindful.org.

Vintage Hairstyle Ideas You’ve Got to Try: 1. Big Hair We are all about that volume when recreating our favorite vintage hairstyles. Achieving this level of big hair requires a careful combination of the right hair care products, a teasing comb and some patience. Washing and conditioning your hair with the Suave Professionals Volumizing Shampoo and the Suave Professionals Volumizing Conditioner will start you off with some instant lift at your roots....

There’s simply so much truth to this. However, most of the time we live without intentionality, and that’s when we look back many years later and say, “Where did it all go?” It’s time to live as if it mattered. We can think of mindfulness, the act of paying attention on purpose and without judgment, as a kind of mental training to be more intentional with our lives. Think about how the act of priming works: If the morning starts out with worries about all the work to do that day and the mind keeps practicing worrying, then when you get to work, everything you see will be regarded through an anxious lens....

You might be wondering, what is weekend hair exactly? Think of it as TLC for your tresses: Weekend Hair: Unlocked Firstly, consider giving your hair a break from absolutely everything this weekend. Save your hair washing routine for Sunday night, avoid your hot tools, and hold off on any heavy styling. Simply spritz some dry shampoo into your roots to soak up any excess oil. Then throw your hair up into a messy bun and forget about it....

Those are the first words Eleanor Shellstrop (played by Kristen Bell) sees on the wall in front of her when she opens her eyes in the first minutes of the NBC television series The Good Place. Eleanor has died and gone to Heaven, explains an angel named Michael (Ted Danson). There’s just one problem… At this point, anyone who hasn’t watched The Good Place at least to the end of its first season needs to stop reading, because I am about to spoil everything....

Everything You Need to Know About Demi-Permanent Dye Read on for a quick primer on hair color’s lesser-known formula: Semi vs. Demi vs. Permanent: What’s the difference? Semi-permanent dye: Also known as a gloss. These dyes aren’t able to deposit color inside the hair shaft so they sit on top instead. This allows you to add gentle shine and radiance to your hair but only for 6 to 12 washes....

But this is the wrong approach, says psychiatrist and researcher Helen Riess, author of the new book The Empathy Effect. The ability to connect empathically with others—to feel with them, to care about their well-being, and to act with compassion—is critical to our lives, helping us to get along, work more effectively, and thrive as a society. Most of Riess’s research on empathy has focused on health care. Since doctors are confronted with suffering day in and day out, their situation is fitting for observing how empathy affects well-being....

But, still… Like many Americans, I sometimes find myself working right through lunch. I get lost in my work, or I think, Hey, if I just finish this project, it will be out of my hair and then I can relax. But a newly published study suggests this is the wrong approach. It turns out that taking a deliberate break from work with a short walk in the park or a bit of mindful relaxation can have powerful effects on our end-of-day concentration, stress, and fatigue....

Jonathan Simkhai S/S 2018: Wild Texture, Airy Curls Freeflowing, over-the-top tight ringlets provided the foil for the designer’s latest collection, which centered on cozy neutrals with a sophisticated twist, such as corseted crochet and voluminous chambray. Last season’s stripes and tailored ruffles extended into the new season with a less buttoned-up approach—think uptown gal vacationing at the prairie—all with her second-day curls tossed up into the wind, in a charming half-up, half-down hairstyle....

While searching for a protective hairstyle, you’ve probably reached for your lace front wig(s) every now and then. If you’re getting a little bored with your lace front wigs or looking for a way to spice them up, then consider adding a colorful component to your wig. Lace front wigs can be customized or purchased in all sorts of colors. If you’re feeling crafty, you can even dye your own human hair lace front wig!...

13 Wedding Hairstyles for Medium Length Hair 1. Braided Bun Not all weddings call for a super fancy style. If you’re attending a super laid-back wedding try this simple braided bun style. This style can take you beyond the wedding day too! Lock in your style with TRESemmé Compressed Micro Mist Hairspray Extend Hold Level 4 and keep it in for the rest of the week if you don’t want to get a few more wears out of it....

Remember when you were 16 and every time you played spin the bottle you got all jittery?! Puppy love isn’t just for the young! During the next date night you are going to bring back those jitters by playing this adult version with your sweetie. Recently, we presented a winning Spin The Bottle: Board Game Edition intimate date night idea that was created by our super talented Diva Gabby! It’s such a sassy, fun date idea that I had to put an easy game card twist on it....

Ever since the advent of hair rebonding and relaxing though—not to mention the power of a quality-made weave—it’s quickly becoming an immensely popular, democratic hairstyle with an uptown/downtown appeal. Whether blown out, spiked up or swept demurely to the side, there’s no mistaking the confidence that this look instantly gives the wearer. Scroll on for the best ways to wear the black pixie cut: Face Forward: 25 Fierce Black Pixie Cuts Need ideas on how to wear your pixie cut on natural hair?...

We’re rounding up 25 ways to take sexy time to the next level! So, grab your sweetie, and let’s race to the bedroom. The first one there gets to pick out which idea you get to try first! 😉 Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. To learn more about ’em, click here. Games for Sexy Time Everyone loves the classics when it comes to games, right?! We’re talking about childhood all-stars such as Jenga, Checkers, and Spin the Bottle!...

If you’re also thinking about switching your look and opting for a bob cut, here are the top three street style bobs we have captured on the streets of NYC: Street Style Bobs from the NYFW Streets 1. Purple Ombré Asymmetrical Bob While blunt cuts are definitely in the lead right now, there’s something about the edgy look of an asymmetric cut that always seems to win our hearts over....