When I was a kid, if I was ever feeling grumpy, my dad would lift me up, flip me upside down,and say “here’s a new perspective on life.” Without fail, by the time he placed me back on my feet, I always had a smile on my face. I still get this feeling of euphoria when I become grounded after an inversion. Except now my inversions come in the form of yoga postures. Perhaps it was the “new perspective” I was shown as a child that drew me to Aerial Yoga. As a young adult I thought it was all about the perspective, but as I came to study Aerial Yoga, I realized that the benefits of being turned upside down extend far beyond just having a new perspective.

You awake and feel you are floating on salty, Caribbean waters but realize you are cocooned in a warm, snug wrap. Your torso and limbs are coated with a thick frosting of moisture-drenching and detoxifying bliss. The smell of ginger lingers through the air. Sweet, angelic voices intermixed with the sound of ocean waves fill the space.

Did you know there are about 175,000 places in the U.S to buy an item of Jewelry? Included in that number are about 115,000 small jewelry departments within larger department stores, about 44,000 single proprietors, mom and pops, and internet sellers. In addition there are about 22,800 independent jewelers with employees that account for about 44% of the entire U.S. market. How would you pick the right one?

Are you a member of the “Sandwich Generation”? This designation — which applies to people caring for their aging parents while supporting their own children — may be applicable to you if you’re either a younger Baby Boomer, born in the late 1950s or early 1960s, or an older member of “Generation X,” born in the mid-1960s. But any way you slice it, being in the “Sandwich” group is probably going to present you with some challenges, particularly of the financial kind — so you’ll need to make the right moves.

With so much unsettling news these days, much of our country lives in fear, stress and anxiety says Colleen Stone, Certified Hypnotherapist. In working with her clients, Colleen sees and hears similar complaints such as, “I am so afraid …”, “I have so much anxiety that I cannot sleep!”, “My migraine headaches are so much worse” or, “I cannot leave the house without taking a pill!” Colleen believes that core beliefs play a big part in how the mind/body operates affecting our thoughts, emotions and our health.

Make new friends but keep the old. That is what Lady’s Image has done this season. We can’t wait for you to meet our new Desigual from Spain by the design team of Desigual and Christian Lacroix. The collection of coats, sweaters, tops, skirts, jeans and accessories feature bold colorful patterns that are fun, fresh and affordable – coupled with a sense of humor.

Is there anything that creates more longing and envy amongst girl friends than a new piece of jewelry? Perhaps it is that all important engagement ring, or a tiny ruby encrusted heart pendant, or even (these days) an amazing sterling silver cuff bracelet that you treated yourself to after a big job promotion.

Shopping at BARE ESSENTIALS is an unforgettable experience. Located in The Talleyville Towne Shoppes along the trendy Concord Pike corridor, this 3,000 square foot bra boutique is spacious and bright, its three floors stocked with bras, shapewear, lingerie and swimwear. It’s Pure Eye Candy!!!

I wanted to take a second to thank everyone who voted for LuLu’s for Philly’s Hottest Accessory shop. We won again, second year in a row, but for me the real victory is that it is an award from the people. Not the critics, not the people who we advertise with. Honest to goodness, everyday shoppers, who make LuLu the experience that it is. Herelulu_scarf_on11 is a quick guide for the Fashionista on your list, great ideas for your college aged glam girl, your Facebook obsessed best friend, or your favorite teacher.

A Cozy Cup of Coffee or Tea and a Liz Marden Sweet for You and Me…