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Amy Waterman

Why You Should Eat More Chocolate

Ever heard that old saying, “A chocolate a day keeps the doctor away”?

No?

Well, you’re about to.

Chocolate is the ULTIMATE health food. [Read more…] about Why You Should Eat More Chocolate

A Quick Fix for Feeling Old and Frumpy

“I feel old and frumpy.”

I saw Casey staring at herself in the mirror on the wall as I came into the living room. I set the two mugs of tea carefully down on the coffee table, then stood up again and frowned.

“Why in world would you think that?” [Read more…] about A Quick Fix for Feeling Old and Frumpy

How to Tame a Bad Boy

Bachelor #1 is just so sensitive.

You can tell him anything, and he’ll hold your hand and empathize. You can watch chick flicks together, and he’ll hold the tissue box. He’ll do anything you want to do…

And you just don’t feel attracted to him. [Read more…] about How to Tame a Bad Boy

Stay Ageless with the Essential Oil of Kings

Three wise men from the East brought the new baby king priceless gifts.

Gold…

Myrrh…

And a small dark bottle of a fragrant oil you can find today in any health food store: [Read more…] about Stay Ageless with the Essential Oil of Kings

#BrilliantBabe: Makeup Guru Bobbi Brown

I wake up every morning and put on makeup.

I didn’t used to. The most I used during my teens and 20s was some tinted lip balm.

But there came a point in my 30s when I didn’t look like me anymore. [Read more…] about #BrilliantBabe: Makeup Guru Bobbi Brown

Yes, You Can Lose Weight by Going to Sleep Earlier

How much do you eat after dinner?

After the plates are cleared and the dishwasher started, do you sit down with a nice glass of water or cup of peppermint tea to watch TV…

Or do you fix yourself a little snack? [Read more…] about Yes, You Can Lose Weight by Going to Sleep Earlier

Could You Have a Royal Love Affair Like Meghan Markle’s?

What would it be like to marry a prince?

Every little girl imagines it. If you’re good enough, sweet enough, and—er—pretty enough, your prince will come and find you, no matter where you are.

There are plenty of princes to go around these days, even though Britain’s hottest royal bachelor is off the market. [Read more…] about Could You Have a Royal Love Affair Like Meghan Markle’s?

Get Younger-Looking Eyes with These 3 Tricks

I was born with dark circles under my eyes.

You can see them in pictures of me as a toddler. Exhausted already, and not yet 4 years old.

Once I discovered concealer as a teen, that was it. Every morning, a thick layer. [Read more…] about Get Younger-Looking Eyes with These 3 Tricks

Why He Ghosts and Why It’s NOT about You

He’s dropped off the edge of the planet.

No, really.

He’s not answering your texts. His social media has gone silent. You’ve stopped by his apartment and knocked, but no one answers. [Read more…] about Why He Ghosts and Why It’s NOT about You

What’s The Hype about K-Beauty from Korea?

What do sheet masks, BB creams, double cleansing, and whisper-light moisturizers have in common?

They’re all Korean skincare sensations that migrated to the West.

How to Have a Wonderful Relationship with Your Ex

That headline is completely irresponsible.

No one has a wonderful relationship with their ex.

Not outside of feel-good movies and counseling case studies, anyway. [Read more…] about How to Have a Wonderful Relationship with Your Ex

Watch Out for These 3 Ways He Tries to Control You

You’re a strong, tough, badass woman.

You’re done putting up with games.

If you get into a relationship, you’re gonna call the shots. He’s going to listen to you for a change. And if he misbehaves, he’s outta there. [Read more…] about Watch Out for These 3 Ways He Tries to Control You

How Much Fighting is Normal in a Relationship?

“You two fight like an old married couple.”

The boy sneered at me, pleased his comment had stopped me in mid-sentence.

My cheeks turned hot. I glanced over at my friend. He was looking at the ground, distancing himself from me [Read more…] about How Much Fighting is Normal in a Relationship?