Real Life

Go Around the World with Emme!

September 26, 2011

St. Thomas, Virgin Islands Shim, 26 After college, I was given the opportunity to play basketball in St. Thomas.  It was a great experience because I was able to meet basketball players from all over the world.  Since I am from the Virgin Islands, it was very easy for to me to adjust.  All of […]

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A Cozy, Autumn Dinner Party

September 14, 2011

Autumn:  hayrides, pumpkins, hot apple cider and red, gold and orange leaves.  Now that this magical time of year is upon us, I decided to have an autumn themed dinner party for four guests.  So, come on in!  Join the party…. With a theme like autumn, I had to use fall flowers, leaves, and fruit.  […]

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Autumn Sips

September 9, 2011

Apple Cider Floats 2 cups apple cider 1 cinnamon stick 1 cup vanilla ice cream 1 tbsp. caramel sauce grated nutmeg In small saucepan, heat cider with cinnamon stick. Pour cider into 2 float glasses. Top with ice cream, caramel sauce and grating of nutmeg. Serve with spoon. Recipe:  rachelraymag.com **** Sparkling Cranberry Rose 8 […]

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Autumn Desserts

September 9, 2011

Baked Apples With Caramel Yogurt 2 apples 1 cup plain yogurt 2 teaspoons brown sugar Cinnamon, for dusting  Core apples, and dust with cinnamon.  Bake at 400 degrees for 30 minutes.  Mix yogurt with brown sugar.  Top each apple with yogurt mixture. Serves 2 Recipe:  Cosmopolitan **** Pumpkin Oatmeal Cookies 1 cup all-purpose flour 1 […]

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You voted…

August 29, 2011

We asked 50 readers… What  female celebrity do you think is the most underrated? They voted… Rachel McAdams emme’s pick: Alyssa Milano

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Facebook Statuses Decoded

August 7, 2011

1. Dear (town they live in),        Can you please get my power back on?  I have been dying without air Conditioning. Sincerely,         (their name) This person is probably very well liked.  He or she is relaying a general thought that many people can relate to (“It’s hot!  The power’s off!”) but instead of being […]

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Real Life Wedding Stories

July 23, 2011

It’s wedding season!  So before you catch the bouquet and give a toast, read these true life wedding stories.  emme readers gave us their real life “I do” stories!  How did these couples meet?  What did they like the most and least about wedding planning?  And most of all, how did they know their significant […]

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How Can You Tell If Someone Is Lying?

July 22, 2011

How can you tell someone is lying?  Psychologist Dr. Carsi Hughes helps us decode the meaning behind the deception. Wouldn’t life be so much easier if every time someone spoke a lie, their nose grew like Pinocchio’s?  Unfortunately, discerning veracity is no easy feat and even those that think they can spot a liar immediately […]

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Hawaiian Luau Party Essentials

July 10, 2011

Now that the hot summer weather has finally kicked in, it’s time for those fabulous summer parties.  If you are hosting a Hawaiian themed luau party, here are some delicious extras to add to your festivities. Bahama Mama (4 servings) 3 oz Light Rum 3 oz banana liqueur  4 oz Malibu 12 oz pineapple juice […]

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Your Nail Polish: Your Personality!

July 8, 2011

Hot Pink Women who wear hot pink nail polish are chic, sexy and bold. Hot Pop Pink $6.00 available at ebay.com *** Yellow Women who wear yellow are super-trendy and have a unique sense of style. They are a little bohemian and a little rocker. The It Color $9.00 opi.com *** Orange  Women who wear […]

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