Geek Tip: Print Your Facebook Photos at a Kodak Kiosk

I'm sure a lot of people would rather just keep their photos stored on-line on their facebook page, but for those who are like me, and want to have photos of their daughter's first birthday or their own graduation, Kodak is making printing pics easier!

Thanks to a new upgrade on the Kodak kiosks in stores like Target and CVS, you can now log-in to your facebook and picasa accounts, edit your pics, and print them out.

You won't actually be logging into your full account. It'll only access your pictures, and will also allow you to grab photos straight from videos.

Money: Three Things to Know Before You Buy Concert Tickets

1. Know the ticket market -- Check to see if tickets are sold out before you go to buy them (I went to buy my daughter Yo Gabba Gabba Live tickets immediately when they went on sale, and they had already sold out from a pre-sale, so it's important to keep things like that in mind). Then check the prices at the box office, and the prices at secondary ticket sellers.
2. Know the right time to buy-- For more famous artists, ticket prices will usually increase as concert time nears, and for lesser known artists, ticket prices will decrease as concert time nears.
3. Never buy from scalpers-- In this technological age, people can make digital tickets, all with the same barcode, so don't buy tickets from people waving handfuls in front of the venue, and don't buy from Craigslist sellers. By the time you realized you were duped, you'll be out of cash and have no way into the show.

Cooking: Oven Fires

Normally, my food bit is on food or beverages, but this time it's on a little hazard known as an oven fire. Ever had one? If not, great! If so, did ya freak? Next time you have an oven fire, don't panic, and don't worry about calling 911. Just remove the food (if you're capable, no need burning yourself) then shut the door, turn the oven off, and leave it alone for about ten minutes. This cuts out any air from getting to the fire, thus, putting out the fire.

Children: Learned Milestones

For babies things like rolling over, crawling, and talking come naturally at a certain time, even if they might have been learned, but other milestones (such as giving up a lovey or a pacifier) are things that the parents have to control, and are more learned. So when should a baby move from a crib to a big kid bed? Or stop wearing diapers? Here's what many people had to say on the subjects at hand.

• High-chairs help to hoist baby up to the table to share in the meal and family conversation. 52-percent of people said this should happen BY age 2.
• There's nothing like watching your little one sleep in their crib at night, but eventually they outgrow their crib (or learn how to climb out of it), and co-sleeping babies get to big for sleeping with mommy so when should they go solo? 50-percent said by age 2.
• Diapers are a must when you've got a little one, but eventually your tot gets ready to trade them in for undies and some independence. 64-percent say potty training should be complete by age 3.
• Mama may love the quality time in breast/bottle feeding their baby, but soon baby needs a sippy cup. 49-percent say a child should try a cup by age 1.
• Binkies only pacify children for a certain length of time, then it's time to throw it in the garbage. 45-percent say passies should be kissed bye-bye by age 1.
• If a child's feet touch the ground when in the stroller, it's time to walk. 45-percent said that kids should walk instead of being in a stroller by age 3.
• Some kids find comfort in a blanket or stuffed animal, but eventually they have to move on to other things. 53-percent said lovies should be gone at age 5.

Do you agree with these milestones?

Fitness: Suicide Sprints

Suicide Set, Defined

If you can find an empty basketball court, tennis court, or soccer field, then use it. If not make your own lines in an empty field. Create six lines six, each one six yards apart from the last. If you're cramped, then make three lines, each six yards apart from the last. Start at one line and run to the closest one, touch the ground, run back to the starting point, touch the ground again, then run to the next line, touch, then go back (remember to alternate hands so that your torso gets worked out evenly). Keep this up until you've ran to each line and back. This series of sprints/runs is one set.

The Work Out

Warm up:

Start with a dynamic warm up to prime your joints. Run at a basic jog, and touch the lines with your feet 2 or 3 times.

Main event:

Run as many sets as you can in 20 minutes; if you need to take a one or two minute walk/jog in between sets. If you have to, find a steady pace that's faster than your normal run, but not quite a sprint. There's no need to literally kill yourself.

Cool down: After your last set bring your speed down to a jog, then to a walk to slow your heart rate down. Then stretch your muscles.

Home Decor: Cotton Balls Can Deodorize

When something sits on a shelf or in a drawer for a while it can start to smell less than fresh, but this quick trick can prevent those stale odors from happening. Just take a few cotton balls, spritz them with your favorite scented body spray (or perfume/cologne), let them dry a little bit, then stuff them in the corners of shelves or the back of drawers and wallah! Home made deodorizers! Not only is this a nifty way to get deodorizers that smell EXACTLY how you want them to smell, it's insanely cheap.

Entertainment: Reason You Should Be Watching True Blood

True Blood is far from "Just another Twilight" (for one thing the books were written way before Twilight; just like Vampire Diaries). The HBO hit is premiering it's third season on June 13, and if you haven't already started watching the series, I have five reasons why you should; besides the gore, sex, and of course.

1. They don't sugarcoat things, so it's 20 times edgier than Twilight, and 15 times edgier than Vampire Diaries.
2. Alexander Skarsgard as Eric Northman. We loved him when Lady Gaga poisoned him, and we love him even more as this sexy, bad-ass vampire.
3. Nelsan Ellis as Lafayette. He's incredibly funny and has quite the fashion sense.
4. The whole thing is campy, scary, comedic, bizarre, and has southern charm.
5. If you've read the books than you know the series really brings them to life, and the whole "Sookie-verse" is a great escape.

Books: June Must-Reads

• Walks with Men by Ann Beattie. A 22 year-old gets involved with a man twice her age as an intellectual experiment. However, intoxication quickly turns to disgust when she becomes wrapped up in the relationship and the non-stop city life of New York in the '80s.
• Click: The Magic of Instant Connections by Ori and Rom Brafman. Psychologists have identified 5 "accelerators" that are present when people are fully engaged in the moment, and this book teaches you how to consciously induce those moments.
• The Ice Princess by Camilla Lackberg. The first novel in a seven-book suspense series. It follows a 30-something protagonist when she returns home after her parents' death, however, the deaths are only just beginning.
• Bitch is the New Black by Helena Andrews. Although Helena Andrews was fuming for the entire commercial break when she heard Tina Fey exclaim that "bitch is the new black" Helena realized, sometimes it's good to be bitchy, and so comes this book which is filled with essays about being young, black, "flawed, tired, naive, gutsy, frightened, and kind.
• The Unlikely Disciple: A Sinner's Semester at America's Holiest University by Kevin Roose. Kevin Roose left Brown University to investigate what exactly went on at Liberty (the largest Christian fundamentalist college in the US). Kevin knew he'd write something, but he didn't expect it to be this.
• One Day by David Nicholls. With a film adaptation in the works, this book follows a together-but-not-together couple for TWO decades. However, you'll only read about one day of each year.
• How Pleasure Works: The New Science of Why We Like What We Like by Paul Bloom. An informative, humorous, and engrossing look at why we're seduced, comforted, and captivated by people, objects, and art.
• The Short and Second Life of Bree Tanner by Stephanie Meyer. If Bree caught your attention in Eclipse than get ready for this novella that shows you the darker side of Twilight vampires...the side you don't see when they're sparkling.

Beauty: Kat Von D Adorn Temporary Tattoos

For the rock star that can't handle the pain of "going under the needle" (haha! I just made that up.) Tattooist, Kat Von D has designed a set of temporary tattoos that achieve a "real tattoo look." The set of tattoos include an assortment of signature monochromatic skulls, stars, and scripted messages. Each one is inspired by the Latino culture of Los Angeles and Kat's own personal collection of tats. The set contains 15 sheets of Adorn temporary tattoos, 30 Adorn tattoo application pads, and an Adorn tattoo setting powder jar. Thanks to Sephora and TEMPTU you can get this kit for just $25!

Fashion: Moni Moni Bags

The creations of Moni Moni by Cinzia Moniaci are wonderful for experimenting with color and texture when it comes to handbags. They're made in Italy, so that unique European flair is there, but the designer now resides in L.A., so that casual Cali vibe seeps in. I'm not the only one in love with these bags either. Check out this list of celebs who like them too:

1. Amber Heard
2. Ashley Greene
3. Brooke Shields
4. Carmen Electra
5. Denise Richards
6. Elisha Cuthbert
7. Hayden Panettierre
8. Jennifer Love Hewitt
9. Jessica Alba
10. Katie Cassidy
11. Kristen Bell
12. Neve Campbell
13. Regina King

And that's not even all of them. To check out all the celebs in love with these bags go here: http://www.monimoni.com/girls.html

Gossip: Ellen and Portia in Mexico

After finishing her first season of American Idol Wednesday, Ellen DeGeneres and wife, Portia de Rossi, were seen lounging by a pool in Mexico, Friday. Ellen lounged with a book, while Portia put on a bikini to soak in the sun in between work outs. Which, between AI and her own talk show, I'd say Ellen deserves a vacation. Now, she's adding a new project to the list of her accomplishments: her own record label! The company is called eleveneleven and the first task on the agenda is to sign YouTube sensation, Greyson Chance.

Pets: 4 Tips for a Safe and Fun Sidewalk Cafe Stop

• Before you leave: Many pet-friendly establishments have to-go dishes for your pet to have some water, but it's best to carry your own bowls for puppy. Plus, some treats to prevent giving him (or her) any inappropriate human food. Also, bring a non-Flexi leash (and a bag if it's a small dog), so you can quickly secure him.
• Before you enter: Check in with the hostess. Just because it's outside doesn't mean it's okay. Plus, if the patios crowded it may be better to go somewhere else.
• Before you sit: Check the ground around the table to make sure there's no food or liquid droppings any where, and that there are no shopping bags or purses close enough for your furry friend to get to. Then, make sure the leash is short enough that your pup can't bother any customers, or get stepped on by pedestrians.
• Before you go home: Clean up after yourself! If you've been given a bowl of water for your dog make sure you pick it up. Also, make sure your pet didn't potty when you weren't looking (if so, clean it up), and make sure you thank your server before you exit.

Geek Tip: 5 Things You Should Know About Facebook's New Privacy Settings

1. You can further customize it. If you don't want to use some of their new and "recommended" security settings, you can customize them, and keep what you want, and get rid of what you don't want. Just click on the "customize" text link at the bottom of the page.
2. Friends of friends. This is basically friends that you may not have in common with other friends, and when it clicked on by those "friends" they can see anything that's marked "viewable by friends of friends."
3. Delete unwanted apps. Apps pull info from your profile to work, so if you don't want your info floating around in app you no longer want (or use) it's best to just delete it. Especially if it's a spammy app.
4. Get a grip on instant personalization. Facebook had recently made a change that allowed all of their partner sites instantly sign-you-in, which can lead to leaked info. For now, that feature is disabled by default, but don't be afraid to check it occasionally to make sure that hasn't changed.
5. Info accessible through your friend's apps. This is big, so pay attention! Not only are your apps taking your info, but so are your friends' apps. To stop this you'll need to go to the "Applications, Games, and Websites" section, scroll down to the "Info accessible through your friends", and click edit settings. Then uncheck all of the apps and leave it that way. This is a very sneaky way for apps to steal your info, because you didn't authorize it....In fact, I'm about to go fix mine.

Career/Life: Savvy Life Lessons Straight From the SATC Gals

In anticipation for Sex and the City 2, I began to reminisce about the girls before the movie. Yes, it's touted for the relationship expertise and the fashion, but there's also life lessons that can be learned from the girls and their successes, and, of course, their dilemmas.

Carrie

Her story: Carrie Bradshaw makes a living doing what she loves, and we see her develop from a columnist to a published book author. She's commited to her work and does exactly what is needed from her.

The lesson: Carrie is a reminder to stay true to ourselves, in our life and in our work. The one major thing we can learn from her: save, save, save! (I mean, come on, this is a woman who's spent $40,000 bucks on shoes. Imagine what could have been bought instead.)

Miranda

Her story: Miranda is a graduate of Harvard Law and a devoted attorney with a rigorous schedule. She makes partner at her law firm, and is out to prove herself to anyone who questions her goals or her independence.

The lesson: Miranda has a work ethic we can all learn from: for example, when she has a baby she realizes she needs to pull it in some, but she doesn't just throw in the towel. She reminds us that, yes, you can have it all, it just may not look the way you thought it would.

Samantha

Her story: Sam is comfortable in her own skin -- 45, no children, single, and unafraid to go after what (and who) she wants. She runs her own PR firm and goes after the clients herself. She isn't afraid of any one or any challenge.

The lesson: Sam is proof that if you want something, you should go get it. The whole, woman-in-a-man's-world just doesn't cut it anymore.

Charlotte

Her story: When we first met her, Charlotte was a Park Avenue princess, but she proves she's not just a pretty face. The biggest proof of that is when she tells Trey after he and Bunny give her a pre-nup to sign that she's "worth a million."

The lesson: Charlotte proves that you should always stand up for yourself, and know when you can't compromise.

Food: Paillard, Definition

Pronounced "pie-yar", a paillard refers to a boneless cut of meat that's been pounded flat, then cooked rapidly. Traditionally, paillard was used to refer to a piece of veal or chicken that had been flattened, then grilled or sautéed. Today, the term is used more loosely and can refer to chicken, veal, beef, or pork that's been pounded and then cooked in any manner, from baked to fried.

Children: Humpty Who?

I'm sure every mom-to-be dreams of holding their precious bundle and rocking them to sleep while singing lullabies. But what happens when you forget the words? That's not a problem thanks to Humpty Who? ($9). The collection of 80 songs, rhymes, and finger games is a crash course for clueless moms and dads who don't remember what mamas going to buy if the looking glass breaks. The book even comes with an explanation of the songs and a CD. It's definitely a must-have for any new parent!

Fitness: 5 Trends that Deserve a Do-Over

1. Roller skating.
2. Badminton.
3. Racquetball.
4. Step aerobics.
5. Croquet.

Home Decor: Sheryl Crow's Fishy Kitchen; Love it or Hate it?

The fishy smell may not be coming from the skillet in Sheryl Crow's kitchen. The crooning mama just put her Tennessee home on the market, which has allowed us to get some glimpses into the country pad. The surprising design element in her center island counter would be the aquarium. While I'm sure some people like it; I feel it's rather an odd place to put sea creatures.

Entertainment: Glee; Already Picked Up for a Third Season

The fox hit was just given a green light for a second season back in January, and now it's already receiving a mega-early renewal for a third season as well. So, it looks like we'll make it to graduation with the Gleeks after all. Are you as pumped about this news as I am? Or do you think it's too early?

Culture: 8 Tips for a No-Frills Wedding

Whether you're eloping at the court house; or getting hitched in Vegas; here's 8 tips for a simple, no-frills wedding.

1. Do a destination. With the money being saved from not having a big bash; you'll be able to have the wedding somewhere with a little more significance.
2. Go potluck. If you're having a small reception after a private ceremony, have the guests each bring a separate dish.
3. Go to happy hour. If you want to ditch the reception all together then you can still have your friends meet you at your favorite bar for happy hour.
4. Get services instead of gifts. Friends and family would probably jump at the chance to forgo pricey gifts, and give services (hair, make up, photos, etc.) instead.
5. Take a chance. Without 200+ guests to worry about, you, your betrothed, and your closest friends and family members can take an adventurous outing together.
6. Skip the ball gown. It'll save time, money, stress, and there'll be no fittings. You can even find a cute one-of-a-kind outfit.
7. Be courteous. For the friends and family who aren't there for the nuptials, send hand-written notes expressing your love for them so they don't feel completely left out.
8. Be spontaneous. By not planning a wedding, and spontaneously getting married you can still have an awesome, memorable day without any stress.

Beauty: How to Prevent Lipstick from Flaking

Guys dream of kissing your smooth lips, not your feathered lips; so here's a few tips to keep your lipstick from flaking, creping, or feathering.

• Clear lip balm: Not only is ChapStick good at keeping your lips hydrated, but a clear coating of it around the outer edge of your lips will create a sort of forcefield to keep your lipstick from traveling.
• Color in between the lines: A light layer of foundation, followed by a neutral or colorless lip liner creates a solid base for keeping lipstick in check.
• But if you prefer to go liner free...: First apply powder, then lipstick, then blot. Then repeat (but leave out the blotting on the second time).
• Exfoliate: Exfoliating helps to eliminate feathery, dead, peeling skin from the lips.
• Prime time: Lip primers have silicone in them, which help to create a smooth, even surface.
• Check your products: If you still have lots of caking going on, check your products. They may be to old, or of bad quality. Toss them when necessary.
• Get glossy: When all else fails, go for a richly hued gloss or highly emollient lipstick. Both glide on easily, and tend to resist caking.

Fashion: Vicarious by Nature

Vicarious by Nature is for the eco-conscious lady who loves fashion. VBN is a line of clothes that's soft, comfortable, and totally effortless. It's spring '10 designs include basic tees, neon tanks, and easy dresses. Plus, VBN supports great causes, like Econation and the Ocean Conservation Society. So, when you shop you can help save the planet!

Gossip: Ben, Tom, and Gisele

In LA on Saturday, Gisele and Tom carried Ben and an arm load of gifts to a friend's house. Gisele looked absolutely gorgeous, as she showed why she's once again the top-earning model in the world. She puts in a lot of work to look so great post baby. And Tom has been spending as much time as possible with his wife and sons.

Entertainment: What to TiVo Monday

All listings are in Eastern Standard time

• 8:00 Dancing With the Stars (new)
  9:00 The Bachelorette (new, season premiere)
  12:05 Jimmy Kimmel Live (new, with guests Adrien Brody and Ali Fedotowsky)




• 8:00 How I Met Your Mother (new)
  8:30 Rules of Engagement (new)
  9:00 Two and a Half Men (new)
  9:30 The Big Bang Theory (new)
  10:00 CSI: Miami (new)
  11:35 The Late Show With David Letterman (new, with guests Jake Gyllenhaal and Casey James)




• 8:00 24 (new, series finale)




• 8:00 Chuck (new, season finale)
  10:00 Law & Order (new, series finale)
  11:35 The Tonight Show With Jay Leno (new, with guests Russell Brand and David Gregory)
  12:35 Late Night With Jimmy Fallon (new, with guests Ben Kingsley and Rosemarie DeWitt)




• 8:00 Gossip Girl (repeat)
  9:00 One Tree Hill (repeat)

• 8:00 10 Things I Hate About You (new)
  8:30 10 Things I Hate About You (new)




• 10:00 Real Housewives of New Jersey (new)




• 11:00 The Daily Show With Jon Stewart (repeat)
  11:30 The Colbert Report (repeat)




• 10:00 True Life (new)




• 10:00 Tori & Dean: Home Sweet Hollywood (new)




• 10:00 Nurse Jackie (new)
  10:30 United States of Tara (new)




• 11:00 Lopez Tonight (new, with guests Randy Jackson and Monica Potter)

Entertainment: What to TiVo Thursday

• 8:00 FlashForward (new)
  9:00 Grey's Anatomy (season finale)
  12:05 Jimmy Kimmel Live (new, with guest Josh Holloway)




• 8:00 The Mentalist (repeat)
  9:00 CSI (new)
  10:00 The Mentalist (new)
  11:35 The Late Show With David Letterman (new, with guests Katherine Heigl and Band of Horses)
  12:37 The Late Late Show With Craig Ferguson (new, with guests Holly Hunter and The Hold Steady)




• 8:00 Bones (new)
  9:00 Fringe (new)




• 8:00 Community (new, season finale)
  8:30 Parks and Recreation (new, season finale)
  9:00 The Office (new, season finale)
  9:30 30 Rock (new, season finale)
  10:00 The Marriage Ref (new, season finale)
  11:35 The Tonight Show With Jay Leno (new, with guests Chelsea Handler and Chris Matthews)
  12:35 Late Night With Jimmy Fallon (new, with guests Will Forte and Jim Parsons)




• 8:00 Smallville (repeat)

• 10:00 Real Housewives of New York City (new)




• 11:00 The Daily Show With Jon Stewart (new)
  11:30 The Colbert Report (new)




• 10:00 Dudesons in America (repeat)




• 11:00 Lopez Tonight (new, with guest Ryan Phillippe)

Pets: Too Cute for Words

I'm still not sure what this ferret is doing, but it's so cute anyways.

Geek Tip: Gifts for the Newlyweds

Of course, most bride and grooms have a registry of gifts for you to choose from, but it's not unheard of for them not to have a registry. So, if they don't (or you just afraid of buying the same thing as someone else) try one of these geeky gifts.

• Toshiba WiFi Ready Blu Ray Player ($180) Start their movie nights off right with this WiFi ready, internet connectible Blu Ray player from Toshiba....I have two and they're fantastic!
• Kodak Playsport ($150) This little gadget is perfect for the honeymoon, because not only can it record up to 10 hours of footage on it's LED display, but it's also tough enough to survive all the drops, scratches, scrapes, and other "whoops!" moments.
• Gastar miGrill ($120) This portable patio grill will be perfect for all of the newlyweds' summer barbecues, plus it'll play their mp3s as well as grill their burgers.
• Nintendo Wii Bundle ($200) This bundle comes with a black Wii system, two controllers, and copies of Wii Sports, Wii Sports Resort, and the Wii MotionPlus sensor.

Money: Is the Wedding Cake a Disposable Expense?

Cupcake popularity has prompted many couples to use them instead of the pricey, extravagant, tiered cakes. However, it's not just fad. Cupcakes, wedding cookies, and dessert bars are considerably cheaper than cakes...And most wedding guests are usually too distracted, stuffed, and/or tipsy to care...or even notice.

How do you feel about the subject?? Would you use cupcakes instead of a big elaborate wedding cake?

Entertainment: What to TiVo Wednesday

• 8:30 The Middle (new, season finale)
  9:00 Modern Family (new, season finale)
  9:30 Cougar Town (new, season finale)
  10:00 Primetime: What Would You Do? (new)
  12:05 Jimmy Kimmel Live (new, with guest Michael Douglas)




• 8:00 I Get That a Lot (new)
  9:00 Criminal Minds (new)
  10:00 CSI: NY (new)
  11:35 The Late Show With David Letterman (new, with guests Russell Brand, Stone Temple Pilots, Damon Lindelof, and Carlton Cuse)
  12:37 The Late Late Show With Craig Ferguson (new, with guests Dennis Quaid and Alice Eve)




• 8:00 Good Guys (new, premiere)
  9:00 American Idol (new)




• 8:00 Minute to Win It (repeat)
  9:00 Law & Order: SVU (repeat)
  10:00 Law & Order: SVU (new, season finale)
  11:35 The Tonight Show With Jay Leno (new, with guest Eddie Murphy)
  12:35 Late Night With Jimmy Fallon (new, with guests Jerry Seinfeld and Jesse Eisenberg)




• 8:00 America's Next Top Model (new, highlights from season 14)
  9:00 One Tree Hill (repeat)

• 10:00 Top Chef Masters (new)




• 11:00 The Daily Show With Jon Stewart (new)
  11:30 The Colbert Report (new)




• 10:00 The Challenge: Fresh Meat II (new)




• 11:00 Lopez Tonight (new, with guests Chris Noth and Allison Iraheta)




• 10:00 In Plain Sight (new)

Food: Sparkling Strawberry Cocktail

I believe there's no such thing as two many strawberries, unfortunately, when things like fruit go rotten quickly, it's nice to not have a surplus of them. Fortunately, there's now a way for you to turn that surplus into a yummy spiked punch....Of course, if you're making it for something like a baby shower you may not want to spike it. Either way, here's the recipe:

Ingredients:

• 1 750-ml bottle of Prosecco or other sparkling wine (optional)
• 2 cups of strawberries, hulled
• 2 tablespoons of water
• 1/4 cup of orange juice
• 1 small orange cut into rounds for garnish
• mint sprigs, for garnish

Directions:

1. In a blender, puree strawberries and water until smooth.
2. In a pitcher or punch bowl combine strawberry puree with orange juice and sparkling wine.
3. Garnish with orange slices and mint.

Entertainment: What to TiVo Tuesday

All listings are in Eastern Standard Time

• 8:00 Dancing With the Stars (new)
  9:00 Lost (new)
  10:00 V (new, season finale)
  12:05 Jimmy Kimmel Live (repeat, with guests Ryan Phillippe and Beth Ostrosky Stern)




• 8:00 NCIS (new)
  9:00 NCIS: Los Angeles (new)
  10:00 The Good Wife (new)
  11:35 The Late Show With David Letterman (new, with guests Jonah Hill and Janelle Monae)
  12:37 The Late Late Show With Craig Ferguson (new, with guests Jon Favreau and Jakob Dylan)




• 8:00 American Idol (new)
  9:00 Glee (new)




• 8:00 Biggest Loser: Couples (new)
  10:00 Parenthood (new)
  11:35 The Tonight Show With Jay Leno (new, with guests Michael Douglas and Charles Barkley)
  12:35 Late Night With Jimmy Fallon (new, with guests Matthew Fox and Jane Lynch)




• 8:00 90210 (new, season finale)
  9:00 Life Unexpected (repeat)

• 10:00 9 by Design (new)




• 11:00 The Daily Show With Jon Stewart (new)
  11:30 The Colbert Report (new)




• 10:00 Justified (new)




• 10:00 The Hills (new)
  10:30 The City (new)




• 11:00 Lopez Tonight (new, with guests Common and Jorge Garcia)

Children: Biking 101

As summer begins the neighborhoods are being filled with unsteady tots riding down the road on a bike with parents jogging behind them. So, here's some tips for your precious toddler who's learning how to ride a bike this year.

• Bikes without peddles are a good way to teach your toddler balance without ever leaning on training wheels.
• Cool bike helmet covers may make suiting up for the ride more enjoyable.
• Basic bike safety will keep children safe on the road.
• Get your kid a Big Wheels

Health: 5 Ways to Prevent Skin Cancer

1. ALWAYS WEAR SUNSCREEN!
2. Wear sun-protecting fabrics.
3. Check yourself for suspicious looking moles.
4. Don't go to a tanning bed; they're super dangerous.
5. Stay shady.

Home Decor: Garden Markers

We organize our shoes, pantries, and seasonal decorations, so why not our garden as well? Although most plants come with their own markers they're usually flimsy and quite small, so here's some cute markers to replace bending down and peering through leaves only to find the marker is covered in dirt.

Vintage Silver Spoon Garden Markers from Magpie Designz ($20.00)

Herb Garden Stakes/Plant Markers from Etsy (3 for $20.00)

Garden Plant Identification Tags from Etsy (3 for $24.00)

Entertainment: 5 Shows You Should Watch

1. The Big Bang Theory
2. Community
3. Glee
4. The Vampire Diaries
5. Cougar Town

All five TV shows are absolutely fantastic. If you haven't seen them, then get on Hulo and start watching now!

Culture: Meet the Parents

Obviously, it's important for your family and friends to like your new boyfriend, especially when you think (or he is) he's the one. But is it totally a red flag if NO ONE likes your boyfriend? Probably. However, parents are incredibly tough to win over, so don't dump him right away if your parents don't like him. Remember, approval is nice, but usually won't happen unless they're completely, 100 percent, open and nonjudgmental.

Beauty: 10 of Films Most Beautiful Brides

I know the "Beauty" entries of my blog are normally about skin care, cosmetics, nail polish, etc., but I was watching I Love You, Man the other night and thought, Rashida Jones is gorgeous, and, thus, was inspired to put together the following list:

1. Katherine Heigl in 27 Dresses She may have always been the bridesmaid before, but in the end she got gorgeous James Marsden.
2. Vasundhara in Monsoon Wedding If you've seen this movie than you know what a bad person her character was, but her Punjabi make up and jewelry was amazing and she looked gorgeous.
3. Kate Hudson and Anne Hathaway in Bride Wars They went from best friends, to trying to destroy each other's weddings, back to being best friends, and they both looked great as they done it.
4. Katherine Hepburn in The Philadelphia Story I have one thing to say: Those classic Hepburn curls are to die for.
5. Reese Witherspoon in Sweet Home Alabama Even though she didn't marry Patrick Dempsey's character in the end, she still looked beautiful, sophisticated, and incredibly stylish.
6. Jennifer Lopez in The Wedding Planner Jennifer's wedding look in this movie was simplicity at it's finest, and she looked beautiful.
7. Amanda Seyfried in Mama Mia! At her almost-wedding in Greece, Amanda looked like a Greek Goddess and showed that just a few golden accents can create a warm, beautiful glow.
8. Rashida Jones in I Love You, Man Rashida looked absolutely beautiful and modern with her informal bride look.
9. Claudette Cobert in It Happened One Night She may not have been the epitome of "blushing bride", but her look was still the height of 1930s chic.
10. Elizabeth Taylor in Father of the Bride The dress might be a bit dated, but her beauty look was timeless.

Fashion: French Chic at Our Finger Tips

LesNouvelles.com goes beyond the usual online shopping experience, and gives the ultimate, full-on fashion experience. It has a cool trends section as well as handy style notes, plus they're stocked full of hot designs from Jenni Kayne, Surface to Air, Rag & Bone, and Karen Walker. Plus, the sale section a filled with hot summer styles!

Gossip: Shia and Carey Spread the Love

Carey Mulligan stayed warm, wearing Shia LeBeouf's jacket at the afterparty for their Money Never Sleeps premiere, Friday night. Although Shia and Carey have kept kissing to a minimum over the last few days, they still shared loving glances and kind words. And they did get to steal a sweet moment on Saturday while on their way to an additional press conference during the Cannes Film Festival.

Entertainment: What to TiVo Monday

All listings are in Eastern Standard time

• 8:00 Dancing With the Stars (new)
  9:00 Romantically Challenged (new)
  10:00 Castle (new, season finale)
  12:05 Jimmy Kimmel Live (repeat, with guests Mickey Rourke, Jorge Garcia, and Pamela Anderson)




• 8:00 How I Met Your Mother (new)
  8:30 Rules of Engagement (new)
  9:00 Two and a Half Men (new)
  9:30 The Big Bang Theory (new)
  10:00 CSI: Miami (new)
  11:35 The Late Show With David Letterman (new, with guests Matthew Fox, Michael Lynche, and Zac Brown Band)




• 8:00 House (new, season finale)
  9:00 24 (new)




• 8:00 Chuck (new)
  9:00 Law & Order (new)
  11:35 The Tonight Show With Jay Leno (new, with guests Bill Cosby and Ricky Gervais)
  12:35 Late Night With Jimmy Fallon (new, with guests Randy Jackson and David Boreanaz)




• 8:00 One Tree Hill (new, season finale)
  9:00 Gossip Girl (new, season finale)

• 8:00 10 Things I Hate About You (new)




• 10:00 Real Housewives of New Jersey (new)




• 11:00 The Daily Show With Jon Stewart (new)
  11:30 The Colbert Report (new)




• 10:00 True Life (new)




• 10:00 Tori & Dean: Home Sweet Hollywood (new)




• 10:00 Nurse Jackie (new)
  10:30 United States of Tara (new)