Business Profile: Bridge St. Hair Co.
With rows of dangling mirrors dividing clients and a mix of antiques and modern décor scattered throughout the salon, Bridge St. Hair Co. proves to have a very eclectic and stylish setting. “I like a mix of old and new, and I add little by little as we go,” said owner Lindsey Buckner. “The salon’s decorated with art, music and fashion because those...
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The Art of Fashion Gets Literal at MSU’s Fashion Week
Fashion Week isn’t just for New York and Paris. This month, students at Michigan State University (MSU) launch their own celebration of the art of garb from April 11 to 17. The week-long event includes a Fashion Night Out, made possible through a partnership with American Apparel, a Senior Fashion Show at the MSU Union and others throughout the week, culminating...
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3 Traits to Enhance Your Inner Beauty
When we think of beauty, most of us envision our ideal physical attributes. Personally, I’m a sucker for a great smile and blue eyes (both of which my husband has). A friend of mine said what first attracted her to her husband were his hands — she loved that they were rugged “manly hands.” I’m sure each of you can pinpoint one or two things that...
Continue ReadingLife on the Run: Amy Dodson Outpaces Life’s Challenges
Get up at 4 a.m.; run between 5 and 6:30 a.m.; teach fourth graders; lift weights after work; swim or cycle after that, then house duties and bed. This is the regular schedule that Amy Dodson follows daily. “I have those days when I talk myself out of working out, but rarely. And by ‘rarely’ I mean a couple of times a year,” said Dodson. Dodson...
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Coping with Childhood Allergies
Allergies are becoming a more prominent problem in America. It is increasingly more common to walk into an elementary school cafeteria and see tables specifically for peanut, egg and milk allergies set off to the side, or for bakeries to feature specialties like gluten-free items. A study in Pediatrics medical journal reported an increase of 18 percent in...
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TLC for Your Skin and Hair
February — the month of love. You may be the recipient of flowers or chocolate to symbolize another’s love for you. Or maybe you’ll be the giver, doling out gifts of affection to those who mean the most to you. It’s so fun and romantic to show your feelings this way. But don’t forget that the best gift you can give to those who love you is the gift...
Continue ReadingPlanting Seeds for Long-Term Health
When growing a garden, seeds are planted, cultivated caringly and watered frequently for weeks before the buds begin to sprout from the ground. Seeds aren’t expected to appear overnight — it takes time for plants to build a good root structure and blossom into sturdy plants. Yet, too often, individuals set high expectations for weight loss and fitness...
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Business Profile: October Moon
The simple things are sometimes the ones that bring you the most joy in life — the alluring aroma when entering a room, that newly purchased handbag, a lotion that makes hands feel silky smooth. That is what October Moon is all about: the simple things in life. Walking in the door at October Moon, you receive a blast of refreshing scents, an earful of exotic...
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5 Excercises to Break from the Treadmill
Get creative with your cardio workouts. Exercises benefiting your cardiovascular system do not have to be limited to running and cardio machines. Try to add a total body workout to your exercise plan. Total body workouts not only increase your heart rate, but also improve your overall strength and power. Perform each exercise for 30 to 60 seconds and move...
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The New Year’s Renewed Wardrobe
Enter the New Year in style by reinventing your wardrobe with fashionable accessories. Throwing just a few trendy pieces into the mix will enhance your personal style without breaking the bank. CAWLM teamed up with East Lansing’s Mad Eagle to show you some looks that will give you a wardrobe boost. Lovely layers Layering is key to keeping warm during the...
Continue ReadingSkin Warning Signs You Can’t Ignore
Just because we aren’t showing as much skin in these winter months doesn’t mean we can neglect our skin. It is important to stay on top of your skin care and on the lookout for signs that there is a problem — especially symptoms of cancers. Actinic keratoses are one of the earliest signs of sun-damaged skin. They are technically considered pre-cancerous....
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