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The Pinterest “Skinny” Trend

April 25, 2012

I was really excited when some of my Facebook friends introduced me to the newest and hottest website, Pinterest. I quickly became addicted. I was fascinated that I was able to create albums based on my interests and day dreams. Within one day, I was able to post several pictures of my favorite vintage idols […]

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Emme’s Ultimate Birthday Wish List

April 10, 2012

The Riviera Push-up Halter Top $52.00 victoriassecret.com Leopard Hat maggiemae.com Chanel Purse chanel.com Hot Pink Party Dress theexeptiongirl.tumblr.com Hot Pink Patent Leather Louboutin Pumps $199.00 pickredsoleshoes.com Ultimate Birthday Bouquet $49.98 proflowers.com Miss Piggy Pink $15.00 maccosmetics.com Zebra Boa Scarf facebook.com/riverroadpharmacyandgifts Icon Eyewear ‘Kelli’ Oversized Sunglasses $12.00 nordstrom.com Chanel Necklaces chanel.com Birthday Cake Martini 1.5 ounces […]

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Italian Easter Traditions

April 6, 2012

Frittata *** Calzone *** Sweetbread

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Easter Bunny’s Easter Wish List

April 6, 2012

Enchanted Easter Gift Basket $90.00 godiva.com Easter Mug $9.99 target.com Disney Fairy Easter Egg Kit $2.99 partycity.com Villa Paloma butterfly pendant $150.oo tiffany.com Hop $29.99 bestbuy.com Round Pink Bamboo Easter Basket $1.99 partycity.com Mrs. Fields Carousel Bunny Box $1.99 proflowers.com Signs of Spring $29.99 proflowers.com Milk Chocolate Tulip Lollipops $18.00 godiva.com New Chelsea Scarf Print […]

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Italian- American Activist Takes On Stereotyping in the Media

April 2, 2012

We’ve all seen it: stereotyping in movies, TV shows, and talk shows. All races and religions have been subjected to stereotypes, but it seems as if Italian-American stereotypes have been popping up a lot in reality shows to movies. What gives? Emme caught up with Italian- American social activist Lou Rago to find out why the […]

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St. Joseph’s Day Origin

March 17, 2012

According to legend, during the Middle Ages, there was a severe drought in Sicily. The people of Sicily prayed to San Giuseppe (St. Joseph) to prevent them from famine and to bring them rain. They promised that if he answered their prayers, they would honor him with a large feast. When rain did arrive, the […]

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St. Joseph’s Day Must Have List

March 17, 2012

St. Joseph’s Day Fashion Red Hot Red! Signature Stretch Editor Ankle Pant $59.90 express.com Chelsea Patent Mini Shoulder Bag $168.oo coach.com Unityy $69.95 stevemadden.com Ruched Long Sleeve Sweater Top $74.00 bebe.com Make A Statement Bangle $10.50 claires.com V-Neck Bias Ruffle Tank $39.90 express.com Chelsea Embossed Patent Zip Around Organizer $248.00 coach.com Midi Knit Skirt $69.00 […]

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Chicagoland St. Joseph Day Tables

March 17, 2012

March 16 Missionary Sisters of St. Charles Melrose Park, IL 4:00p.m.- 9:00 p.m. Donations Appreciated March 17 Alta Villa Banquets Addison, IL 6:30 p.m.- midnight $55.00 March 18 St. Celestine Church Elmwood Park, IL Noon- 2 p.m. Donations Appreciated March 19 Dominican University River Forest, IL Mass- 10:00 a.m. Feast- 11:30- 3:00 p.m. Donations Appreciated […]

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St. Patrick’s Day Party Ideas

March 14, 2012

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Lucky Leprechaun’s St. Patrick’s Day Wish List

March 13, 2012

Leap Year $9.99 bestbuy.com St. Patrick’s Day Baseball Tee $26.50 victoriassecret.com Four-leaf clover Tag charm $125.00 tiffany.com Kiss Me I’m Irish Socks $8.50 claires.com Plastic St. Patrick’s Day Shamrock Shot Glass $0.99 partycity.com Gem Shamrock Drops $5.00 claries.com Ladies Puffed Heart Sterling Silver Claddagh Ring $50.00 theirishshop-online.com Shamrock Love Beads $8.00 claires.com St. Patrick’s Day […]

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