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About me - Heather Russell

I'm fiercely open-minded in some ways, yet horribly judgmental in others.

I love to cook almost as much as I love to eat.

I've had almost a dozen jobs in the past five years, including, but not limited, to financial analyst, indie record-store clerk, librarian,

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Health & Fitness > Diet & Weight Loss How to keep yourself from overeating: 1 of 5
Overeating is a fact of life. We all have desserts we wish we hadn't eaten, meals that would have satisfied at half the size, and bags of potato chips that magically disappear during late-night reruns. While the occasional bout of overeating is nothing to worry about, those extra calories do add up. Luckily, all it takes is a... More..
Food & Drink > Soup & Stew Recipes Recipes: Chili: 9 of 44
This recipe is adapted from a friend's "Atomic Chili" recipe. I bulked up on the veggies, substituted healthier meats, and toned down the spice; the result is a super-tasty chili that is also one of the easiest and healthiest meals you'll ever make. It also doesn't hurt that it's very easy, and almost impossible to mess up.Th... More..
Food & Drink > Tea How to prepare a high tea: 6 of 26
The high tea immediately conjures up images of white gloves, lace doilies, and pinkies held high as delicate china cups are lifted from their saucers. The high tea is a graceful relic held over from a more genteel time, when people understood the importance of a break in the middle of the day for nourishment and refreshment. ... More..
Health & Fitness > Diet & Weight Loss How to stop emotional eating: 9 of 38
We've all had experiences where we've turned to food to comfort us in times of stress, fear, or sadness. Unfortunately, this is an unhealthy behavior that often results in more negative emotions like guilt or frustration, creating a destructive cycle that can seem impossible to get out of. However, avoiding emotional eating... More..
Education > Teachers & Administrators Teacher tips: How to deal with meddlesome parents: 5 of 20

More than once in your teaching career, you will inevitable encounter a hovering parent; these days, they are known as "helicopter parents." While they may seem benign at first, these parents can sap your energy and attention. However, with a few well-organized techniques, you can help alleviate the parents' worries while s... More..
Style & Beauty > Fashion Trends & Styles 1980s style and fashion ideas: 3 of 12
For those of us who lived through 1980's fashion the first time around, the idea of returning to this acid-washed-plagued decade is enough to send shivers down our spines. However, contemporary designers are taking the best of the 80s trends and reimagining them in a way that comes across as very modern and surprisingly fresh... More..
Style & Beauty > Clothing Sizes & Fit How to find the most flattering jeans for your body type: 2 of 8
Since jeans are so central to our wardrobes, finding a good pair often becomes a mission of vital importance. Women spend hours in fitting rooms, turning in mirrors, and asking the all-important question: "do these make my butt look big?" And since a good pair is worth your weight in gold, the time is well worth it. Here are ... More..
Society & Lifestyle > Feminism & Women's Rights Rape victims are subject to more scrutiny and skepticism than other crime victims: 8 of 31
Rape is a crime that is often said to victimize its survivors twice: first in the perpetration of the crime, and second in the resulting investigation.When a person is mugged or robbed, he or she usually doesn't think twice about going to the police to report the crime and try to exact justice upon the perpetrator. However, v... More..
Education > College Life Effective ways for parents to stay connected with their college students: 5 of 19
In recent years, parents have become more involved in their children's lives than ever before; they are used to being able to call their child on his or her cell phone, to email his or her teachers for up-to-the-minute progress reports, and to keep a closer eye on his or her activities in today's strictly-scheduled world. Wh... More..
Education > Teachers & Administrators Teaching tips: How to write lesson plans: 4 of 15
Whether you're writing up your lesson plans because you're required to submit them to a supervisor, or you're simply writing them for yourself, an organized lesson plan can help keep you focused on the purpose of your lesson, keep your lesson on track, and help you work towards being more flexible, if necessary, throughout th... More..