Blog - Sheryl Kraft

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Bobbi Brown’s Makeup Tips

Published in: AARP, Aging, Beauty, Beauty maintenance, Beauty products, Bobbi Brown, makeovers

Need any good makeup tips? Yeah, I thought so. Who can't use a refresher every once in a while? Every time I sit down to apply makeup I wonder if I'm keeping up with my so-called midlife face, which seems to sprout those "extras" every time I look: extra lines, extra hairs (ugh! facial hair!) , extra sun spots. Looking in the mirror doesn't get dull, that's for sure! A recent beauty and … [Read more...] about Bobbi Brown’s Makeup Tips

I Tried It: SculpSure

Published in: can you spot reduce? How to get rid of unwanted fat, fat reduction, SculpSure, spot reduction

Being thin and fit doesn't make you immune to having fat gather around certain areas of your body; most commonly around the buttocks and thighs (for women) and around the abdomen (for men). Now whilst this may sound like bad news to some people, others enjoy the idea of having more muscle mass or fat in their buttocks. In fact, some women may even decide to wear a butt lifter just to achieve … [Read more...] about I Tried It: SculpSure

Five Little Changes, Five-Plus Big Results

Published in: benefits of massage, big health results, change your health routine, do it yourself massage, Handheld massagers, Health, healthy changes, making healthy changes, Massage, Midlife, Staying Healthy, Wahl

Most of the time, we go about our days routinely and with little thought; we wake up, brush our teeth, pour ourselves some coffee or tea, eat breakfast (or not) and head off to work (or play). Wash, rinse and repeat. Sure, having a morning routine – or any routine for that matter – is an essential part of living a healthy life. But, did you ever stop to re-examine those everyday habits? You may … [Read more...] about Five Little Changes, Five-Plus Big Results

20 Surprising Uses for Apple Cider Vinegar

Published in: apple cider vinegar, can apple cider vinegar and weight loss, drinking apple cider vinegar, Nutrition, uses for apple cider vinegar

I’ve heard about apple cider vinegar for a long time. I think the first time I noticed it was not because of its uses in cooking – it can be used for things like marinades, salad dressings and homemade pickles - but for its touted weight loss benefits. One study – a clinical trial of overweight Japanese adults in 2009 – looked at the effects of drinking apple cider vinegar on weight loss. When … [Read more...] about 20 Surprising Uses for Apple Cider Vinegar

Are You the Child of a Narcissist?

Published in: Aging, Caregiving, Caring for a parent who is a narcissist, Child of a narcissist, How to help an elderly parent, Losing a parent, Midlife, Narcissism, Narcissist, What do I do if my parent is a narcissist

It's a common scenario: Your parent is aging, and little by little the roles are reversing. You are becoming their parent, and they are becoming like your child. If you were born between 1946 and 1964, then you might be one of 76 million baby boomers approaching and/or ready to enter retirement. Or perhaps you're first ramping up a career that had been put on hold while you focused instead on … [Read more...] about Are You the Child of a Narcissist?

A High School Student and Aspiring Writer from Australia Reaches Out…

I would love to hear a few things on the prospect from a first hand-perspective, and would be thrilled to learn more about it from you. Your advice is well valued and I’m very grateful to have such wise words from someone with such first hand experience.

I will be looking forward to reading more of your wonderful articles in the future!

Best wishes,

Mikayla

Due to your article, traffic and sales have been great this past week!

On behalf of our entire organization, we'd like to thank you so much for featuring our product in last week’s Parade Magazine. Due to your article, traffic and sales have been great this past week.! We are a small business that prides ourselves on excellent product quality and customer service. We work hard to make quality products and market them effectively but then sometimes you get a gift like your article which really takes us to the next level. We will be eternally grateful to you for choosing us as one of your eye product recommendations.

I’m writing to express my admiration for the work you are doing!

I'm a young medical writer trying to get a foothold in the industry, so the portfolio you have on your website showcasing your accomplishments is something that I'm aiming to achieve.

I don't want to take up too much of your time, but I am hoping you can share some advice, tips, or guidance as I work on this, my lateral career change!

Thanks for taking the time to read this - I know you probably have much more exciting things to be doing, but just know that your work is inspiring me to continue down this writing path.