All posts by youngwom

Gossip

What’s a Reputation, You Ask?

A person’s reputation is a very complex topic, because it varies from person to person and culture to culture. Some things that are acceptable in one culture may not be acceptable in another, so there’s a difference in how someone’s reputation is determined. Although your…

Angry woman on phone

Man of The House?!

Today I received a phone call from one of those annoying telemarketers. When I said hello, the first thing the man on the other end asked me was… “Can I speak to the man of the house?” I think this one of the worst things someone can…

Thinking about Resolutions

Realistic Resolutions

2012 is fast approaching. Historically, New Year’s Day is when people make resolutions and set goals for themselves for the coming year. It’s also a time when we reflect on our accomplishments from the previous year. It can be rewarding if we’ve achieved our goals,…

Making the Holiday Season Memorable

The holiday season means a variety of things for different people, such as a break from school, time with family and friends, traveling, etc. I’m sure that you’ll want to make your holidays an experience that you will never forget, so here are some ideas…

Sneeze

Quiz Your Brain: Colds and Flu

Colds and flu are nothing to sneeze at. Every year, more than 200,000 people in the United States go to the hospital for flu-related problems. Colds are even more common, with Americans having 1 billion colds each year. Knowing the basics about preventing colds and…

Jamaican Flag

Recipe: Jamaican Sweet Potato Pudding

Many ethnic dishes are made with love during the holiday season when families and friends gather together for meals. Here at the CYWH, our diverse staff represents more than six different cultures. We’re all very proud of our ethnicities and enjoy making and sharing traditional…

Guy and Dog

Of Mice (or Dogs) and Men

Did you know that over 60% of all households in the United States have a pet? Pets are hugely important to us, and we spend billions of dollars a year on grooming, food, and health care for our furry little friends. Pets are a big…

Heart

Long Distance Relationships

Have you ever tried having a long distance relationship? Often when the words “long distance”are added to “relationship”, your thoughts probably turn to people dating someone in another city, state, or even in another country. However, that‘s not always the case. Being in a long…

PCOS Blog

PCOS and Depression

Getting a diagnosis of PCOS can be a big relief, as you finally have a name for what’s been going on with your body. Knowing the cause of the physical problems you have and understanding that treatment is available can feel like a load has been lifted…

Last Call App

“Last Call”

Do you know about the iPhone app “Last Call”? It’s meant to warn people when they should stop drinking if they’re planning on driving. The way it works is as follows: you’re supposed to track your drinks on the app, and as you add the drinks, the…