Blog Posts by GALTime.com

by GALTime relationship expert Deborah Dunn, LMFT

Valentine's Day is one of those holidays we either love or hate, depending on our perspective. For those who aren't happy with where they are "at" in terms of their love lives, the day can be sheer hell. Whether you are single, with no love in sight or divorced or widowed and you're grieving the loss, a day that celebrates love and romance almost seems like an insult-an excruciating 24 hours we do our best to pretend is not making us acutely aware of just how alone we really are.

We don't have to be single or divorced to feel that way either. If we are married or with someone who is not a romantic, just seeming to go through the motions, or at worst making no effort at all, that can be the loneliest feeling in the world. We get angry, disappointed, or wonder why we are with someone who is so uncaring and unemotional. Tired of the same old sappy card bought at the drug store, and a few red roses that you know cost a fortune

Looking for a simple crowd pleasing dessert this weekend for the Super Bowl? We were, so we turned to award-wining recipe star and cookbook queen Camilla Saulsbury for her best--and easiest-- football fan fare.

The winner: NO BAKE BROWNIES

The simplicity of chocolate brownies is one of life's greatest (eating) pleasures. Here the well-loved confection takes shape in a quick and easy no-bake bar. You can doctor this brownie recipe to suit your taste in the same way you would regular brownies. For example, replace the vanilla with a different extract (e.g., peppermint, brandy, rum, orange, maple), use any nut of your choice, spice it up with cinnamon or a dash of red pepper, or a add a favorite purchased or homemade frosting. This recipe is from my new book, The Ultimate Shortcut Cookie Book: 745 Scrumptious Recipes That Start with Refrigerated Cookie Dough, Cake Mix, Brownie Mix or Ready-to-Eat Cereal.

2 1/2 cup finely crushed chocolate graham cracker crumbs

2 cups

Va-Va-Voluminous Hair By Kerri Winick and Andrea Krivelow www.celebutantesisters.com

In the 80's, tresses were anything but tame! Teasing, mousse and a generous helping of hairspray- this is how women achieved the coveted "big hair" look.

Celebrity hairstylist Philip Pelusi says, women today still crave va-va-volume, but there's a more modern way to set the style. Put away the scrunchies and the Aqua Net. Here are Philip Pelusi's tips for achieving hair with height in 2010:

When it comes to volume…

When it comes to bangs…

As the mother of four daughters, I got nauseous when I googled college aid and up came an article (near the top!) about a teenager in New Zealand who was so desperate for tuition money that she auctioned off her virginity!

The 19 year old offered her virginity to the highest bidder on http://www.ineed.co.nz . She used the name "Unigirl" and decided not to post a photo in order to remain anonymous. What was the response? She says more than 30,000 people viewed her post, more than 1200 made bids...and she's accepted one for $45,000 New Zealand dollars, which is $32,000 U.S. dollars. She hasn't delivered yet and still has the right to change her mind, according to the Website.

Is this what outrageous college costs are forcing young women to do in order to get an education? Put their lives and health in danger? (By the way, prostitution is legal in New Zealand, so Unigirl isn't breaking any laws.)

Years ago, I researched a story on female college students selling their eggs

By: Mary Schwager, GALTime.com Consumer Watchdog

It's the holiday that sparks fear deep into the soul of every guy: Valentine's Day.

"There are all these commercials that make you feel like if you don't go all out, come up with two dozen roses or sparkly jewelry then you're some dolt!" That was the exact quote this author heard from a good-looking guy recently when talking about February 14th.

Ladies, perhaps you want to share this article with the man of your dreams, or even if you're just hanging with "he may not be Mr. Right, but he's Mr. Right Now", in case he decides to venture into the Valentine's Day shopping zone. Oh sure, you may tell him, "Don't worry about a gift, it's just a holiday created by florists, jewelers and candy makers to keep sales alive until Mother's Day!" But many wise men know that when your co-worker gets two dozen roses from her boyfriend and nothing shows up for you it equals one thing: dog house. So don't let him get overcharged or

By Kerri Winick and Andrea Krivelow www.celebutantesisters.com

Hey, hot stuff! Ready to paint the town red…or purple, pink, or green? This Spring, bright and bold is back.

Fabulous frocks with a punch of color are perfect for date night, parties, even a wedding. Play them up with chic shoes that compliment, but don't distract. (Hint: Shades like nude, bronze and gold are to-die-for!) Add some dazzling hoops and a clutch…and you've got one clutch outfit.

Amber Valletta

Here are some styles that give us Spring fever:

Shoshanna Pleat Strapless Dress

Price: $305 on Shopbop.com

French Connection "Wizard" Strapless Cotton Minidress

Price: $148 on Bloomingdales.com

BCBG Strapless Gathered Cocktail Dress

Price: $248 on BCBG.com

Alice + Olivia Asymmetrical Bustier Dress

Price: $396.00 on Singer22.com. It's a Kristin Cavallari fave!

Necessary Objects Hot Pink Stretch Sateen Strapless Sweetheart Dress

Price: $78 on

By Suzanne Shaffer, www.Parents Countdown to College Coach.com

All over the net, on Twitter, Facebook, Mom blogs, and college sites, people are grumbling and complaining about filing the FAFSA (Free Application for Federal Student Aid). If you're a parent of a college-bound teen or happen to have one already in college, you most likely are adding your voice to the resounding complaints. Many parents turn to CPA's for help, just as they do to file those pesky IRS forms. But, if you pay attention, read the questions carefully, and check for mistakes BEFORE you file, there's really no reason why you can't fill this form out yourself.

Here are mistakes you should avoid:

1. Don't leave any blank answers. If the answer is zero, write "0" or N/A. If you leave blanks you might cause miscalculations and the form could be rejected.
2. Don't enter the WRONG income tax figure. Provide the federal income tax you paid or will pay based on your 2009 federal tax return-NOT the tax