[Anatomy of...] Campfire Reads

by Melia Dicker
June 3, 2009

“Campfire Cuisine: Gourmet Recipes for the Great Outdoors,” by Robin Donovan (Quirk Books, 2006, $15.95)
“All of the recipes in this book can be cooked directly on the grill, wrapped in foil on a grill, or in a 2-quart pot or 10-inch skillet on a simple camp stove.”

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[Habitat] Park Camping

by Maggie Neff
June 3, 2009

You’re itching to put your nature skills to use at a campsite, but where do you go? Mississippi has hundreds of cultivated campgrounds in every corner of the state for pitching your tent (or renting a cabin/parking your RV). Here’s a rundown of some of our top picks for campsites in the Magnolia State’s parks. Visit http://www.mississippistateparks.reserveamerica.com to make reservations.

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[How To...] Camping Survival 101

by Melia Dicker
June 3, 2009

Before you leave on your camping trip, pack accordingly (see "What to Pack For Camping," link) so you’ll be prepared for unforeseen challenges. Then, let a responsible person know exactly where you are going and when you expect to return.

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[How To...] What NOT To Do When Camping

by Melia Dicker and Darren Schwindaman
June 3, 2009

• Instead of bringing toilet paper, just use ivy.

• Take a self-guided “Into the Wild” tour of Alaska.

• Twitter constantly while leading a hike into the forest.

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[Shopkeep] Repeat Street

by Brandi Hererra Pfrehm
May 27, 2009

While Repeat Street might look every part the unassuming strip mall space as you drive past on Ridgewood Road, you’d kick yourself for weeks if you passed it up. A 9,000-square foot warehouse chock-full of contemporary and vintage clothing, furniture and accessories, it’s a veritable treasure trove of gems. And with more than 2,000 items hitting the floor each day, you can bet you’ll never get bored with the selection.

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Michelle Obama Style Guide

by Jaclyn Bethany
May 6, 2009

Since the time of our first president’s wife, Martha Washington, American women have looked to our nation’s first ladies for style cues and inspiration. Of course, Jacqueline Kennedy Onassis stands out as the most stylish and most influential in fashion of all the first ladies in America’s history. She was the face of the Kennedy era, and her signature look included pearls, oval-shaped sunglasses, a bouffant and classic designs by Oleg Cassini.
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[Gift Guides] Inspirational Books for Graduation and Mother’s Day

by Melia Dicker
May 6, 2009

School graduates and mothers have something in common: They need motivation to brave the challenges that come with the territory. If you’re looking for a gift that’s both inspirational and practical, consider one of the following books.

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Gettin’ Hitched

by Meila Dicker
April 22, 2009

Food, wine, dancing and love. That sums up the things I need in life. It also explains why I adore weddings.

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[DIY Guides] Trim Your Own Mustache

by Sage Carter
April 15, 2009

Before undertaking the growth and ultimate design of your mustache, be sure to consider the opinions and feelings of spouses, significant others, friends and family who also have to live with your new facial hair. Also consider the appropriateness of having a mustache for your job or career and any other outside factors that would play a part in how well others receive your mustache.

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[How To...] How-to Do the St. Paddy’s Parade

by Sage Carter
March 18, 2009

The St. Paddy’s parade is not to be taken lightly. There is a large amount of trekking and carrying of ice chests to be done. There is shouting and grabbing for beads that will require extreme concentration and fortitude. And the hydration situation is the most key of all. No one likes a passed-out parade rookie on their hands.

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