Women and Friendship, is it as good or better than Chocolate?Written by Tina Frazer
Women and Friendship, is it as good or better than Chocolate?I'll start this article by admitting that I am a full-blown "chocoholic." I love way eating a piece of chocolate makes me feel. It's so indulging, satisfying, and to me is ultimate reward or excuse to instantly lift my spirits, calm my nerves, and just make me happy. This lead me to thinking about how few things in life are as good or better than chocolate. Now, I would certainly have to rank being a Mom at top of list, but another big contender is Friendship. I think it is truly disappointing that we as women allow something as rewarding and bittersweet as friendship, to regularly take a back seat to our careers, husbands, children and busy demands of life. When you compare eating a piece of chocolate to spending time with friends, you will find a lot of commonalities... ·Friendship and Chocolate are both actually healthy for us. ·Friendship and Chocolate both make us feel good. ·Friendship and Chocolate can be addictive and both make us eager for more. Did you know that researchers and scientists have suggested that chocolate contains compounds that can help maintain a healthy heart, good circulation, and reduce blood clotting? And, a Nurses study at Harvard Medical school found that women with friends were less likely to develop physical impairments as they aged. I know for me personally, whether it's a few minutes on phone, a nice e-mail shared, lunch/dinner, or movie time spent with a friend, I am left feeling refreshed, happy, and ready to sing, "I feel like a Woman!" While I truly love being a Mom, I need friend time for me (even though half of it may be spent talking about children anyway). It just feels great to spend time with my girlfriends to gab about everything under sun, including love, relationships, finances, parenting, - and occasionally important topics like Brad Pitt!
| | Ralph Lauren 2005 Summer CollectionWritten by Sher Matsen
The Ralph Lauren Spring 2005 Collection is simply fabulous! The collection ranges from Shimmering Luxury to Breezy Elegance to Throwaway Glamour - common element appears to be color white. Lauren said he used sophistication of old-time Hollywood and chic refinement of cafe society as starting points for his collection, which featured several halter gowns, fuzzy cashmere sweaters and some tailored jackets paired with capri-length pants or Bermuda shorts. The fabrics are flowy and romantic, colors are outstanding, and statement is sexy! Ralph Lauren states "Spring is about romantic refinement - an old-Hollywood charm that's luxurios in a modern, off hand way." The spring line has a sexy blend of softness and glamour bringing out feminine side in an elegant and sophisticated way. This is a collection most any woman can be part of. There are cuts and styles suited for all ages and body shapes.Here's some great sites to see Ralph Lauren Spring Fashions hitting boutiques now. • NewYorkMetro • Ralph Lauren Runway Show • MSNBC News Coverage Did anyone watch Golden Globes? Emmy Rossum wore this fabulous Ralph Lauren gown - strapless, silhoutte shape to accentuate every curve with this fabulous flowing layers of material from knees down. Certainly a gown made for a star! How about Amanda Coat with a cost of $1800.00? Amazing lines! The Bronson Vest with a cost of $898.00 teamed with Amanda Skirt with a cost of $850.00. All lookers and all certainly make a fashion statement!
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