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Leading Teens Towards A Healthier Lifestyle 03/26/13 Prom season is around the corner and it's the time many teens girls get obsessive over body issues. Long Island mom Linda Frankenbach created fitsmi.com, the first website offering community, expert advice, behavior modification tools..........................................................Janene Mascarella Score Prizes and Save a Bunny! 03/07/13 Hippity Hoppity Easter's on its way… and that means you're probably hot on the trail for Easter basket goodies. I recently learned about a fun new program launched by Mattel—a great way to go easy on the sweets and stuff their Easter baskets with what they.........................................................Janene Mascarella Spotlight: Mom on a Mission 01/30/13 In March of 2006, Miller Place mom Karen Torres received a life-changing phone call. Her father, Patrick Mapleson, a state Department of Transportation worker, was struck and killed by a distracted driver while working along the highway. We are all guilty of it.........................................................Janene Mascarella Catching Up With My favorite "Good Guy" Sonny Grosso 01/04/13 I don't usually do follow-ups to spotlights but there an exception to every rule. A few years ago I wrote about Sonny Grosso From Bad Guys to Butterflies and after connecting on Facebook, I still do find Sonny Grosso rather fascinating. He's charming,.........................................................Janene Mascarella Celebrate New Year's Eve In Style 12/21/12 One of my favorite dining hotspots here on Long Island has a special NYE deal for early birds and night owls. Monsoon Asian Kitchen and Lounge, an amazing Asian-themed restaurant in Deer Park is a stellar spot to ring in the New Year. My most recent dinner.........................................................Janene Mascarella Office Gift-Giving Tips and Etiquette 11/13/12 Ok, so this is the one thing that baffles many of us during holiday season: office gift giving. What to give, who to give, how much? Or what if your cubicle neighbor hands you a gift and you have nothing for her? Awkward! These are the very things that can make you look for.........................................................Janene Mascarella Made For TV Moves: Tip for Flatter Abs 10/17/12 The fall television season is loaded with lots of hot new shows to keep tabs on-- and it's really hard to keep up. If you're a parent, it's tricky to squeeze in any time for yourself-including TV and exercise time. If you want to slim down your belly before the holidays roll in.........................................................Janene Mascarella Got Kids Must Travel: The Golden Arrow Lakeside Resort 08/20/12 They say every dog has his day, but our furry friend got three! Our August Lake Placid getaway was unlike any vacation we've taken in the past. We went there to celebrate our 10-year wedding anniversary-and we didn't go alone. With the kids, the.........................................................Janene Mascarella Squeeze in Some Summer QT 07/30/12 Now's the perfect time to seal the bond and squeeze in some quality family time. Here are some creative suggestions to help you clock-in and strengthen your connection. (Psst: Every second you spend engaged with the kids--counts!).........................................................Janene Mascarella Read (or Write!) a Great Summer Novel 06/15/12 Are you looking to read a good book this summer? Or heck, why not. write one? I've got you covered. I caught up with an incredibly inspiring Massapequa Park mom and writer Dina Santorelli who is celebrating the release of her first novel Baby Grand. Here.........................................................Janene Mascarella Are You a Mean Mommy? 05/21/12 Parenting is full of hits and misses. While sometimes, I'm patting myself on the back for a job well done, other times I'm scratching my head, uncertain if I made the right decision. (I know, I know, welcome to the club.) To help take some of the guesswork out of motherhood.........................................................Janene Mascarella Keeping Our Little Leaguers Safe On the Field 04/19/12 With one crack of the bat, suddenly it's baseball season. Baseball is a great team sport to get the kids involved in, there are some precautions parents and coaches can take to keep kids safe and prevent future injuries. Tony Wanich MD, Attending Surgeon.........................................................Janene Mascarella Small Biz Spotlight: Hollywood Salon & Day Spa 03/28/12 It's the season of celebrations and chances are, your calendar runneth over with upcoming weddings, parties, proms, showers, and religious event invites. With that in mind, I decided to shine a light on one local business that really gets it right. If you need.........................................................Janene Mascarella Got Kids, Must Travel: Port of Egypt Marine 03/19/12 If you're looking for some fun family activities right here on Long Island, here's one to mark on your calendar: The Annual Spring Open House and Waterfront Festival will take place on Friday evening March 30th, 6:30 - 8:00 p.m., and all day Saturday March 31st and.........................................................Janene Mascarella Last Exit to Winter Fun: Windham Mountain 03/07/12 If you're looking for one last winter hurrah without a long drive--whisk the kids away for a few days and head to Windham, NY. The Catskill region is a fast but fun escape that won't break the bank (It's about 2.5 hours from the George Washington Bridge--exit.........................................................Janene Mascarella Got Kids, Must Travel: An Adirondack Olympic Adventure 03/01/12 Winter seemed to have skipped right over us here on Long Island, but it has been snowing up a storm at one of my favorite places on earth: Lake Placid. We spent some time there during the summer and we vowed to return during the winter.........................................................Janene Mascarella LOL'ing For a Living? 02/10/12 Confession: I always wanted to do stand-up comedy. And if I wasn't too darn chicken, I think I'd be pretty darn good at it. What's it like to get up there in front of a crowd? Find your groove in the comedy circuit? Make a room full of strangers LOL? I asked two local comics to chime in.........................................................Janene Mascarella Got Kids, Must Travel: Sarasota, Florida 01/10/12 Looking for a fabulous Florida destination for the family that doesn't involve a very famous mouse? Don't get me wrong, Disney's great, but there is another highly desirable destination in the sunshine state that's surprisingly family friendly-and it might........................................................Janene Mascarella It's a Wrap: The Best Resolution-Ready Gift Idea 12/19/11 The very first time I got a 'wow' wearing gym clothes was this past summer when I sauntered in the kitchen feeling rather confident in my new gym outfit. My husband actually did a double-take. Wow-worthy, flattering workout wear? Yep, and it's called........................................................Janene Mascarella Wrap Up the Perfect Stocking Stuffer 12/08/11 If you're on the hunt for a really unique holiday gift, you must check out Camibands. The motto for this clever fashion solution is "just slip one on and GO!" These are so fabulous because I was able to revive a ton of things I had in my closet already and give them a new look........................................................Janene Mascarella Brilliant Gift Ideas: Revamping the Robe 11/21/11 We're shining a light on local small business owners to help make this holiday season merry and bright. This has to be one of the best inventions I've seen in a long time. The "OmniRobe" (patent pending) is a clever, chic and super comfy robe that's truly.......................................................Janene Mascarella Got Kids, Must Travel: Lake Placid 11/07/11 If you're looking for someplace truly magical to escape to this December, the Mirror Lake Inn Resort and Spa is a must-not-miss winter wonderland. Six million acres of wilderness surround the inn which is perfect for hiking, biking, rock climbing, canoeing.......................................................Janene Mascarella Put a Positive Spin On Your Workout Routine 10/11/11 At (yikes!) 39, I can finally say I'm in the best shape of my life. And while I'm beyond thrilled to see myself slimming down and toning up, looking longer and leaner (and finally fitting into my "whoa" pants!) the transformation goes much deeper. I feel.......................................................Janene Mascarella Shedding Light on the Darkness of Depression 09/28/11 October is National Depression Education and Awareness Month. A fascinating new book offers hope and healing. For the past six years, I have turned to Long Island native Deborah Serani, a licensed psychologist and certified psychoanalyst.......................................................Janene Mascarella Celebrate The Spirit of Halloween 09/21/11 One quick visit to any grocery store and you'll see that Halloween is in the air. The shelves are stocked with enough mini candy bars to build a path to the moon and back. If you're looking for ways to celebrate this (most fun!) but spooky season, we've got you.......................................................Janene Mascarella Bonding By The Book 09/08/11 Back-to-school is by far my favorite time of year! It also means back to our routine and crazy-hectic schedules. Even as my kids get older, I find it's still so important to read with them before bed. It's the best way to connect and unwind from a busy day. There are a few books.......................................................Janene Mascarella Hit The Jackpot: Ocean Club Condo Giveaway in AC! 08/08/11 If you're looking for the ultimate Jersey shore beach house, you might want to read on. Have you ever imagined GTL-ing in your very own second home down the shore? Well, that dream will be a reality for one very lucky Trump One card holder this.......................................................Janene Mascarella Battling Bad Hair Days? Here's Some Tips 07/19/11 The best part of summer, the long, carefree days of sun and fun. The worst part: Oh the humidity! I asked Nelson Chan - celebrity stylist and owner of Nelson J salon in Beverly Hills (www.nelsonjsalon.com) to help us out. Bad hair days, why do you think......................................................Janene Mascarella Summertime Safety Tips for Teen Drivers 06/22/11 They say: little kids, little problems, big kids, big problems. And it's oh so true. Right now, my worries are kept to a controlled minimum, but I know one day my two elementary school-aged kids will become teens and ask for--yikes--the keys to the car......................................................Janene Mascarella Let The Fireworks Begin! 06/10/11 Looking to kick off Independence Day with a blast? You better start planning now. Here are three summertime hotspots to celebrate the 4th! Gansevoort Meatpacking NYC - There's no better spot to check out the fireworks in Manhattan than Gansevoort.....................................................Janene Mascarella See Ya Mom Jeans! 05/03/11 Yep, spring has sprung and it's officially warmer-weather shopping season. Every gal's wardrobe should be outfitted with some great denim choices. But how to you avoid the very cringe-worthy "mom jeans" look? (The horror!) Well, in order to keep my fellow moms from falling into the.....................................................Janene Mascarella NYC Rocks For Japan UNICEF Benefit Concert 04/20/11 A thirty-six-year-old Brooklyn man was arraigned today after having been arrested on Tuesday for second-degree murder and weapons possession. His thirty-four-year-old girlfriend was found dead in his apartment on Tuesday at roughly.....................................................Janene Mascarella Long Island Moms Playing it Smart! 03/25/11 After eight years of hard work and effort, Long Island-based moms Kim Marino, Melissa Bossert, Alyson Palmer and Jen Malvetti (sisters and friends) have finally completed a most important project: Play Smart! It's a labor of love, strength and smarts-what they created.....................................................Janene Mascarella One Company Answering Calls For Help 03/15/11 In the wake of the horrific disaster in Japan, NY-based Verizon quickly implemented a mobile giving program to give customers an easy way to contribute to Japan relief efforts, make wireless calls and texts to Japan free, and waived.....................................................Janene Mascarella Looking For a Local Deal? Then Get a GrubLife! 03/04/11 Social buying network "GrubLife Metro" debuted here on Long Island a couple of months ago-introducing local residents to deep discount on all things food and lifestyle. What's the big idea? Following the lead of industry heavyweights.....................................................Janene Mascarella Behold - 2011's Credit "Crystal Ball" 12/14/10 Oh no, this is not, I repeat, not one of those wrist-slapping "thou shall not max out your credit cards" warnings. Because the truth is many of us are relying on plastic to make the holiday season holly and jolly. What it is - a wakeup call.....................................................Janene Mascarella Holiday Apps: 12/07/10 Heading to a holiday party--or hosting one? Well, chances are, you'll need to whip up a nifty appetizer. No need to flip through cookbooks or search online for creative ideas. I asked Long Island based celeb chef Danny Gagnon for his best holiday app suggestion....................................................Janene Mascarella Got Kids Must Travel: Lancaster County 11/04/10 If you're looking for a great place to take the kids this holiday season, look no further than Lancaster County. Pennsylvania Dutch Country's quaint towns and villages set the perfect holiday-time scene...................................................Janene Mascarella Local Biz Spotlight: Spotless Contracting Services 09/15/10 Spotless Contracting Services –a local small business on Long Island built by Ken Barone will not buckle in this shaky economy. That’s because the company is constructed..................................................Janene Mascarella Does Hollywood Have a Softer and Smarter Side? 08/31/10 I recently learned about a new organization that's about to take Hollywood by storm--and that a very good thing! ReDistribute was founded on the belief..................................................Janene Mascarella Play Hooky on the Hamptons 07/26/10 A beach front escape hours before you hit the Hamptons? Oh yeah. The Allegria Hotel is an oceanfront luxury property located in the iconic beach community of Long Beach..................................................Janene Mascarella Most Common Grilling Misteaks 07/12010 I grilled Tino Masotto, owner of Cow Palace (a place I've crowned as one of the best butcher shops on Long Island) about some simple ABC's of barbecuing..................................................Janene Mascarella First Mobile Phone Travel App for Long Island 05/27/10 It's official: I will never be able to tell my kids, "there's nothing to do today!" That's because the first mobile phone travel app to cover Long Island has just been released.................................................Janene Mascarella Dynamic Duo: Jac&Jill 05/17/10 Well, we can all say we knew them when! Here’s the scoop on two musical talents who teamed up to make a big splash is the music industry—they are known as Jac&Jill. And boy, can these two beauties rock it.................................................Janene Mascarella Weekend Headliner: HOPECUTS 05/12/10 Since 1994, HopeCuts has raised over $500,000 for the City of HopeNational Medical Center and Beckman Research Institute.......................................................Janene Mascarella Tis' the Season: Lyme on the Uptick 04/26/10 Lyme disease poses the biggest threat in the spring and summer, says Diane Blanchard, co-president of Time for Lyme, Inc., a research, education and advocacy group based in CT in a prepared statement.......................................................Janene Mascarella The Best Way to Banish the Bully 04/05/10 The Karate Kid (2010) hits theatres June 11 but if you haven’t noticed, television commercials are already airing promoting the old movie with a new twist......................................................Janene Mascarella From 'Bad Guys" to 'Butterflies' 03/23/10 I get a lot of news about local authors penning children's books, but this one in particular caught my eye. Salvatore 'Sonny' Grosso has been in the security and private investigation business......................................................Janene Mascarella Let the “FUNundrum” Begin! 03/17/10 I don’t know what it is about the circus, but long ago when I was a kid, “The Greatest Show on Earth” captured my heart. Whenever I hear that the circus is coming to town, I get, well, a little giddy......................................................Janene Mascarella Exercising (With) Caution 03/02/10 Warmer weather is on the way and if you plan to hit the gym soon, it's important to know that accidents can happen.....................................................Janene Mascarella NY Haiti Relief 01/21/10 When my son rushed up to his room yesterday after school to empty out his piggy bank (with lots of tooth-fairy money) proclaiming he wants to "give all of it to Haiti", I was beyond touched......................................................Janene Mascarella Shop for a Cure! 01/15/10 It gives me great pleasure to fill you in on a nationwide shopping website that strives to save us money in a troubled economy--with a heart-warming (and important) twist.....................................................Janene Mascarella Credit Crystal Ball? 01/07/10 What's in store for our financial future? Here's five predictions. Ouch. Many of our wallets took a beating this past year thanks to the rocky economy....................................................Janene Mascarella The Ultimate Family Gift Guide 12/11/09 My third (and final) top holiday getaway gift suggestion is for the entire family: Mohonk Mountain House. Sure, gizmos and gadgets make great holiday giftsseason....................................................Janene Mascarella The Ultimate Family Gift Guide 12/06/09 Next up-my pick for a fun getaway for the kids: Great Wolf Lodge. Sure, gizmos and gadgets make great holiday gifts—but I’m suggesting you think outside the box this season....................................................Janene Mascarella The Ultimate Family Gift Guide 12/02/09 . For your husband or wife: Steal away for a blissful overnighter at the Water Club in Atlantic City . Sure, gizmos and gadgets make great holiday gifts—but I’m suggesting you think outside the box this season....................................................Janene Mascarella Awkward! A Facebook Friend Dilemma 11/20/09 One thing I'm thankful for this year: Facebook. I've been able to find long lost friends and stay in touch with my family--all good things, for sure. ...................................................Janene Mascarella Is Your Health In Check? 11/09/09 Hey ladies, how good are you at keeping that beautiful body of yours healthy and happy? Grab a piece of paper and pencil and count up the "checks" by giving yourself points for the statements that ring true...................................................Janene Mascarella Big News For Our Little Ones 09/30/09 The Current Events, the national newspaper for kids, announced today that it is launching an online edition to expand access to its educational news reports...................................................Janene Mascarella How To Save Money And Your Sanity 09/14/09 I asked Long Island-based clinical psychologist Dr. Deborah Serani to shed some light on how not to lose your footing when it comes to finances..................................................Janene Mascarella Momtrepreneurs Spotlight: Good Earth Beauty 08/27/09 Keeping up my series of momtrepreneurs, I'm shining the light on moms who make things happen. Karen Ostrach, founder of Good Earth Beauty says she wanted to create a site that people could shop with a clear conscience.................................................Janene Mascarella Got Kids, Must Travel: The Hampton Ocean Resort 08/17/09 Last week, we packed up the car and headed east for the ultimate playmate: My two kids, three of their best friends, and four days of chillaxing on a private beach at the Hampton Ocean Resort................................................Janene Mascarella Green Ways to Fight Mosquitoes 08/01/09 There's nothing I love more than a summer barbecue. Fresh corn, burgers with all the fixin's, S'mores once the sun goes down....oh wait, there is no sun................................................Janene Mascarella So, Do You Think You Can Ace The Interview? 7/23/09 Do you have what it takes to snag your dream job? Well, that’s what they want to know, too. The competition these days...steep.................................................Janene Mascarella The True Meaning of Harmony 07/02/09 Powerful words like peace and hope can seem intangible in today's society. In order to cross the bridge from intolerance and despair to global harmony................................................Janene Mascarella Are You Sun Savvy? 06/21/09 Don't get burned this summer by some false ideas you have about sun. I asked board certified dermatologist Charles E. Crutchfield III, MD to shed some light on this hot topic.................................................Janene Mascarella Got Kids, Must Travel: Mohonk Mountain House 05/15/09 If you’re like me, you’re probably on the hunt for the best vacations spots to take the kids-- that don’t require a plane ticket. I ask everyone I know for real recommendations................................................Janene Mascarella Restore Your Smile 04/27/09 According to the American Association of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeons, 69% of adults ages 35 to 44 have lost at least one permanent tooth to an accident, gum disease, a failed root canal or tooth decay...............................................Janene Mascarella Momtrepreneurs Month: Jacqueline V Designs 03/25/09 On a much needed mom’s-night-out recently, I spied the most beautiful necklace on my sister’s neck. “Oooh, where did you get that?” I asked, sizing it up to someday snag it.................................................Janene Mascarella Momtrepreneurs Month: Scrubz 03/12/09 Years ago, when I lived in Manhattan, I purchased a natural skin scrub from a local vendor at a street festival that was like no other store-bought brand I’ve tried. It was a small jar, no packaging, handmade by the smiling woman who sold it to me.......................................................Janene Mascarella Momtrepreneurs Month: Precious Parcels 03/05/09 Let’s face it—times are tough these days. But for the month of March, I’m turning a blind eye to the depressing economic down-turn, and will be shining the spotlight on three women (moms) that successfully run their own business......................................................Janene Mascarella Brighten Your Smile Without Breaking the Bank! 02/18/09 Ever get celeb-envious of all those stellar Hollywood smiles? Well, you don't need a rock star’s bank account to get your teeth twinkling.......................................................Janene Mascarella Here’s How to Wow Her On Valentine’s Day 01/16/09 When a guy friend contacted me for my best Valentine’s Day gift suggestion, I had my hands full. Sure, diamonds are a girls’ best friend but the thing is; he just bought her one—an engagement ring......................................................Janene Mascarella I’m Pregnant, Einstein! 12/11/08 My husband said I should be ashamed of myself. “Fighting with a twelve year old, who does that?” I was cranky, hungry and eight months pregnant. While waddling down a city street......................................................Janene Mascarella NYC-Based Network Banding Together 12/03/08 So, the economy is looking a little bleak. Unfortunately, the only advice many people have to offer is... join the club. There was a poster that hung in my 7th grade science class that I still remember......................................................Janene Mascarella Better Get Backup! 11/21/08 I’ve always been a big believer in the importance of backing up your computer. For a while, I was diligent and dutifully made copies of all my important files on CD’s. Smart move, but major time suck.....................................................Janene Mascarella The Power of Thank You 11/07/08 Ten years ago, I was sitting alone on a Miami beach, weeping very quietly, when a stunning woman wearing an oversized red hat and expensive sunglasses walked over and placed a book at the edge of my towel.....................................................Janene Mascarella Great Long Island Businesses and Beyond 10/04/08 Whenever we get some work done on our house-I usually cringe. That's because my husband is the most detail-oriented person I've ever met. (Read: near-impossible to please.) And it's not that he's a difficult person....................................................Janene Mascarella Looking Back and Paying It Forward 09/11/08 If there ever was a day to reflect about your life, your purpose, your mortality--it's today 9/11. And more reason for me personally to ponder how precious life is..................................................Janene Mascarella The Gazillion Bubble Show In NYC 08/22/08 Want to know how to easily score a gazillion thank you's from your kids? Hop on the LIRR and whisk them away to New York City to see the Gazillion Bubble Show at New World Stages. It's magical!...................................................Janene Mascarella (Don't) Proceed to Checkout--Until You Read This! 07/22/08 When I heard some of my friends rave about those online coupons sites, honestly, I just didn't buy it. You find a code or a coupon and you get......................................................Janene Mascarella New York Native on American Gladiators 07/10/08 Hey, New Yorkers: You've GOT to tune in to American Gladiators this Monday night (July 14th at 8 PM on NBC) to root on one of our own......................................................Janene Mascarella Keeping Pets Safe This Summer 07/01/08 We all know by now you can't leave a child in a hot car--even for a moment. But what about are furry friends? How can we keep them safe this season? Yep, summertime has arrived and right along with it come plenty of very real pet health hazards, some of them life-threatening......................................................Janene Mascarella Spotlight: Long Island Massage Therapist Gina Mineo 06/02/08 - Just thought I'd spread the good word! They say a good man is hard to find but finding a good massage therapist can be even harder. Everywhere you turn here on Long Island........................................................Janene Mascarella Going Green on Earth Day 04/22/08 I never really considered myself “green”. We do recycle and try to do our share but I still feel there’s many more ways I can do my part to be kinder and gentler to the earth. And what better day than “earth day” to try and learn as much as I can about living a greener lifestyle...........................................................Janene Mascarella Glazing over the Grocery Bills 03/26/08 Sometimes I feel if I take another trip to the grocery store, I'm going to scream. Then when I look at how much we spent in a month on bread, milk, eggs and a zillion other items--I feel faint..........................................................Janene Mascarella Warnings About Cold Medications for Kids 02/05/08 Alright. Now I'm really confused. I remember a while ago hearing news reports that cold and cough medication was not safe for children under 2. Got that..........................................................Janene Mascarella You Ask, I Answer: Best Baby Gift 01/15/08 Question: I was wondering what your recommendation would be for the best baby shower gift. She's a first time mom and I want to get her something off her registry and really unique but very helpful. Any ideas?.........................................................Janene Mascarella New Year, New Me 01/02/08 Every New Year, I play along with the status quo and make that silly list of stock resolutions: Eat better, exercise more, be a better person, blah, blah, blah...........................................................Janene Mascarella Mandatory Flu Shots May Be Coming Our Way 12/16/07 This is simply insane. The Associated Press recently reported; flu shots are now mandatory for preschool children in New Jersey..........................................................Janene Mascarella Who's Watching Your Kids? 11/29/07 Maybe I just have that kind of face. Recently, while waiting on line at the grocery store, a father and his son stood behind me and I heard the dad exclaim, Great. I forgot the stuff for the salad...........................................................Janene Mascarella Plastic Surgery: Decisions, Decisions 11/17/07 The news is perfect timing for me. As I'm considering going under the knife to correct some minor issues that came up after I gave birth to two children..........................................................Janene Mascarella Mandy Lynn: America's Most Smartest Model 11/10/07 I'm all about the 3 R's: Reading, Relaxing and Reality TV. Yep, I'll admit it, I'm a big-time reality show junkie..........................................................Janene Mascarella Haunted Houses: Do You Believe? 10/26/07 Confession: I've witnessed first hand things that go bump in the night. Not in my present house (thank goodness) but as a kid I was convinced I heard a group of men.........................................................Janene Mascarella 5 Parent-Teacher Conference Tips 09/30/07 Remember when you were a kid and you'd turn pale when it was time for your parents to go in for Parent-Teacher conference?........................................................Janene Mascarella Go Casual and Get Your Game On! 09/21/07 It's back-to-school time but is it all homework and no play at your house? Sure, the kids' take-home assignments snag top priority but here's a new reason to squeeze in special time for play..........................................................Janene Mascarella Extra Credits - Spero Dean (Stamboulis) 09/05/07 Hey soap opera fans: If you tune in to Days of Our Lives Sept. 13th, 14th and 17th--playing the role of Officer Willy Williams will be Spero Dean (Stamboulis)..........................................................Janene Mascarella These are a few of my favorite things 08/07/07 Every year, Oprah does her annual " favorite things" show and I'm always glued to the tube to scope out the latest and greatest products she recommends. While I'm no Oprah--I'm often asked; what do you use for...what's the best...?..........................................................Janene Mascarella Bad Girls Club 07/12/07 Want a really good read this summer? Pick up Bad Girls Club but be warned: you won’t be able to put it down...........................................................Janene Mascarella How to Get a Great Cut 06/28/07 A bad haircut can equal big problems. I once got a haircut so awful, I left the salon in tears and wore my hair up in a ponytail for weeks. ..........................................................Janene Mascarella Cream of the Crop 06/19/07 When my precious package was delivered by my UPS man, I was more than willing to greet him with a smile. I swore I would never let him see my face again since my.............................................................Janene Mascarella (Not So) Random Acts of Kindness 05/23/07 I'm not exactly sure how or when I first heard the term "random acts of kindness". It was many years ago.............................................................Janene Mascarella The Ultimate Homage to Billy Joel 05/16/07 I grew up in Freehold NJ and often when I tell someone, the first thing that they say is: "Hey, Isn't that where Bruce Springsteen is from?" Yep--and no I've never met him...............................................................Janene Mascarella Water, Water Everywhere 05/06/07 One thing I hear all the time when it comes to losing weight and keeping it off: Don't Drink Your Calories..............................................................Janene Mascarella Long Island's Own: BRIMSTONE 04/27/07 In the Bible, fire and brimstone are known as "the torments suffered by sinners in hell". But here on Long island, Brimstone is anything but demonic.............................................................Janene Mascarella Spotlight: Feng Shui Long Island 04/09/07 When I visited a friend's apartment on the upper west side recently, I couldn't help but feel a breath of fresh air when I walked around her place............................................................Janene Mascarella Home Safe Home 03/30/07 Recently, another news report awakened my deepest, darkest fear. While the kids slept careless in their beds upstairs, I listened to the news anchor reveal the details of the latest child kidnapping tragedy............................................................Janene Mascarella Around the World in Four Diets 03/15/07 When it comes to the latest diet trends, it's all about ... location, location, location............................................................Janene Mascarella Demystifying the Classifieds 03/01/07 So what exactly does the human resource department at your-dream-company really mean when they say they’re looking for a dynamic go-getter?...........................................................Janene Mascarella Beauty (Not So) Secrets 02/20/07 I'm always on the hunt for some feel-good relationship, beauty and health advice. I recently asked April Masini, nicknamed “The New Millennium's Dear Abby” by the media...........................................................Janene Mascarella Introducing... Danny Ross 02/16/07 I recently had the pleasure to listen to a CD from a hot, up-and-coming artist. My first thought seconds after I hit play: wow, he's talented!...........................................................Janene Mascarella Two Novel Ideas if You're Heading to the Big Apple 02/06/07 Heading to NYC? Here's two terrific reasons to hop on the train this month...........................................................Janene Mascarella A New Twist on February Fun 02/01/07 Looking for something fun to do with the kids in February? Zip up those winter jackets, hop in the car and head down the Long Island Expressway!...........................................................Janene Mascarella Long Island Music Man -- Brady Rymer 01/15/07 If you have kids who love music, then you might already know all about Brady Rymer--or his fantastic music...........................................................Janene Mascarella A Gift You'll Treasure Forever 01/03/07 Many years ago, I came up with the perfect gift for my parents---A VHS of their lives..........................................................Janene Mascarella Help for the Holiday Blues 12/22/06 It's the most wonderful time of the year--but not for everybody. There's tons of stress, pressure and running around from store to store/house to house, you might have forgotten one very big thing: Yourself..........................................................Janene Mascarella Gift Cards Galore 11/30/06 I love giving gift cards. They're so perfect for those "hmm what the heck would they want" gift recipients on your holiday shopping list.........................................................Janene Mascarella Let the Online Holiday Shopping Festivities Begin 11/22/06 It's beginning to look a lot like Christmas. Well, not quite yet---but I did hear some holiday music on 106.7 Litefm........................................................Janene Mascarella Take off on a Babymoon 11/12/06 You're finally just got over the shock, nausea, and your giddy about the fact that you don't look fat--your showing! This is the time everything just kind of settles in nice.......................................................Janene Mascarella Mommy and Me Time? 11/01/06 Moms with babies often times feel out of touch and out of the loop. When I caught myself singing the 'Higglytown Hero' song out loud in the car---driving by myself, I knew it was time for a reality check......................................................Janene Mascarella A Conversation About...Alzheimer's Disease 10/17/06 If you think you can disregard Alzheimer's disease as something that doesn't effect you, you might want to think again.....................................................Janene Mascarella Demystifying: Martial Arts 09/27/06 I'm always so afraid to try something new because if there's an unwritten rule, I'm sure to break it...............................................Janene Mascarella Back to School Blues: Help...My Child Hates Her Teacher! 09/08/06 Here that? It's silence---the bitter-sweet sound of back to school! On one hand, your sad to see your kids are growing up so fast and you'll miss them hanging around the house all day..............................................Janene Mascarella Parents of Teens...Listen Up! 08/13/06 When I was teen, I really thought I knew it all. As I got older and wiser--I knew I should have listened to the adults in my life.............................................Janene Mascarella Crash Course - Keep Your Computer Running Smooth 07/27/06 Right after I gave birth to my second child, I had a ton of things to worry about. My computer was the farthest from my mind............................................Janene Mascarella Summer Safety - A roundup of tips to stay safe 07/19/06 We're smack in the middle of summer, and it's pretty easy to slack in the safety department. Summer is a time to relax and chill out, so here's some expert tips to keep safe in the season of fun...........................................Janene Mascarella Demystifying: Yoga 07/09/06 Lately, I've been so tense--lack of time to exercise has lead to major lack of energy and focus..........................................Janene Mascarella Take This Trip: Pennsylvania Dutch Country 07/02/06 I was looking for a fun place to take the kids for a couple of days—that didn’t involve plane tickets.........................................Janene Mascarella So You Think You Can...Scrap? 06/26/06 So you think you can scrapbook? Don't worry, neither can I. But I'd really love to start. So I asked scrapbooking extrodinare, Angie Pedersen, to help........................................Janene Mascarella Perfect Parenting (Yeah, Right!) 06/14/06 When I was pregnant with my first child, all I wanted, was to be a perfect parent. Then reality set in: 200 dropped binkies, 80 times I wanted to run down the street screaming.......................................Janene Mascarella The Stealthy Predator: Steroids 05/31/06 Young men and women today are bombarded by images of “the perfect body”. Magazine covers, television, movies...it’s almost impossible to ignore.......................................Janene Mascarella Preparations for a Weekend Get-Away 05/16/06 Preparing for a Las Vegas vacation—a little weekend getaway for just the two of us—was no easy task......................................Janene Mascarella Mother's Day Fodder 05/08/06 Well, it's that time of year again....the mother of all holidays. Yep, May 14 2006, mothers of the world will kick back and enjoy a day of pampering and relaxation. (Yeah right!).....................................Janene Mascarella Shedding Light on the Darkness of Depression 04/24/06 You’ve got that feeling again…something’s not quite right. Maybe you know why those feelings are taking over.....................................Janene Mascarella Drinking Up The Good Stuff 04/19/06 Being thirsty can make you looks years older. I didn't get this information from a new study or the latest medical research....................................Janene Mascarella A Visit to the Long Island Children's Museum 04/11/06 Recently, we decided we wanted to take a short road trip with the kids, but didn't have a clue where to go. We wanted to do something fun and exciting, something we all could enjoy...................................Janene Mascarella How to De-Frizz You Hair in Minutes 03/29/06 A long time ago-- before kids, a mortgage, and a joint bank account, I spent 175 dollars on a hair cut at a prestigious, celebrity-filled salon in NYC. Dumb move, considering it was just a trim, and I refused to let the stylist cut more than a half inch..................................Janene Mascarella Why Teens and Tweens Should Ditch That Diet 03/21/06 It's All About Time... Yours: How Busy Moms Find "Me" Time 02/26/06 The busy and hectic schedule of taking care of two children under the age of three, gives me little time to primp and get all pretty...............................Janene Mascarella I *Heart* Chocolate 02/17/06 A few days after Valentine’s Day, the guilt of all that chocolate you ate begins to set in. Now, as if you actually need another reason to love chocolate, there's a new study that brings a whole new meaning to the "chocolate heart."..............................Janene Mascarella Be MINE, MINE, MINE! Making Every Day Sweet for Your Family 02/14/06 Sure, everyone' heard of Valentine's Day. But since it's so sweet, I've dedicated an entire week to celebrate the joy of loving and being loved..............................Janene Mascarella Talking to Your Kids About Drugs 02/03/06 When you are a parent, there are many things to worry about. Keeping your kids safe is at the top of the list. First, you worry about the pacifier your infant dropped on the floor—so you pick it up and wash it with soap and water..............................Janene Mascarella Getting Girls Excited About Math and Science 02/01/06 You would think taking time out of your hectic day to sit down at the kitchen table and help your daughter with her math homework is a good thing, right?.............................Janene Mascarella Priceless Art: What to Do With Your Child’s "Masterpiece Du Jour" 01/28/06 When we moved into our new home, my husband and I came across a big brown box labeled.............................Janene Mascarella Super Bowl Blues: Alternative Ideas for Game Day 01/26/06 For some, it’s the greatest day of the year. For others, it’s a sad ending. No matter how you slice it, Super Bowl Sunday is drawing near.......................Janene Mascarella Keeping Your Family Safe: The 411 on Recalls 01/21/06 It happened again. My mom called me on the phone to tell me one of the toys my daughter received for Christmas, has been recalled......................Janene Mascarella A Gadget that Rocks 01/20/06 On my way home from a meeting in Manhattan, I couldn't help but think: Dear God, please don't let my friends, family, and EMT know that the last song I was listening to on the train to Ronkonkoma was.....................Janene Mascarella An Activity Your Kids Will Get a KICK Out Of! 01/16/05 When I recently attended my nephew’s 6th birthday party with my kids, I returned home with a valuable parenting tool.................Janene Mascarella First Checkup Checklist 01/12/06 While sitting in my doctor's waiting room with my eight day old baby, a woman was swaddling her newborn, sobbing................Janene Mascarella The Gift That Keeps on Giving 01/09/06 After Santa unloaded his sleigh into my living room, my two children were a bit toy-crazy and the last thing they want to do is sit down and let me read them a book...............Janene Mascarella Starting Your Own Playgroup 01/05/06 When we moved to Suffolk County with our two young children, we were lucky. The house we purchased was already primed for kids..............Janene Mascarella The Carnival Is Coming To Town! 01/04/06 For those parents who like to plan fun trips for the kids in advance, here's a tip: a carnival is coming to Long Island!..............Janene Mascarella Agony of Da-Feet! 8 Ways to Be Sweet to Your Feet! - 12/27/05 If you're a mom, then you are bound to always be on your feet. Your unappreciated feet probably don’t get the loving they deserve..............Janene Mascarella How to Stay at Home Without Losing Your Mind!12/22/05 You just gave birth to your first child. I’ll bet your high on love. .............Janene Mascarella The Best Pizza Places for the Kids on Long Island 12/21/05 Kids and pizza, well they just go together. Like rama-lam-lama. Like peanut butter and jelly, like Bat Man and Robin, like Spiderman and….Hey, Spiderman needs a side-kick! .............Janene Mascarella
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Talking To Your Kids About Tragedy 04/18/13 