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Birds of a Feather Shred Together

Sara Yoo — Wed, 18 Jan 2012 04:00:00 PST

Whee!! Forget flying. With a jar lid, a sloped roof, and a light dusting of snow, this bird has found the next big thing in extreme sports: crowboarding! No word on whether the IOC has added this event to the next Winter Olympics.

Catch My Drift: Macaques Make Snowballs, Too!

PetSugar — Tue, 03 Jan 2012 10:25:54 PST

This industrious fella is hard at work, but what's he doing? Start the slideshow to find out!

Have You Ever Made a Dish With Snow?

Tara Sharp — Sat, 26 Feb 2011 03:11:57 PST

It's snow watch 2011 here in San Francisco, and while it may be barely enough to count, it's still pretty exciting for us Bay Area residents. I've always been fascinated by snow-based dishes like snow ice cream and maple syrup snow candy, but I've never made them. For those of you who live in chilly climates, have you ever made something tasty with snow? What was it? And if you are lucky enough to have loads of powdery white fluff, I found a a recipe for snow-made maple syrup taffy on The Kitchn!

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OnSugar Blog: Tips For Surviving a Blizzard For Snowbound Parents

OnSugar Blog — Tue, 08 Feb 2011 00:05:00 PST

Lots of moms like to think out loud and Jo Aaron is one of them. In her latest post to her Mommy Brain blog, she discusses survival skills for snowbound parents.

In case you live on the moon, you might not have heard that it's snowing in Chicago and apparently, the end of the world is right around the corner. So assuming we have a few more days on earth, here are a few very UN-PC ways I plan to entertain my two sick toddlers during our shut-in:

Sugar: I've decided that hot chocolate, cookie decorating, baking (and eating), and marshmallows are going to be a huge defense against boredom in my home. Actually, there is some method to my madness. I figure the less I make sweets and snacks taboo for my kids, the less likely they will be to over compensate when they are adults...everything in moderation. Ok, I promise the rest of the list will be really bad and will not include any bits of parenting advice.
Art Projects: No, the kids can't color on my furniture or walls, but yes, they can color in front of the TV...which leads me to my next crutch,
TV: On today's most snowiest of days, I thank the technology gods for things like Comcast, OnDemand, TiVo and our extensive personal collection of children's DVDs. If another episode of Thomas the Train is making you want to knock yourself unconscious, try something new and slightly enjoyable like Despicable Me (for rent on OnDemand). At least Michael Scott from the Office (Steve Carell) and Marshall Eriksen from How I Met Your Mother (Jason Segel) are in it. It's cute and tolerable.
Inappropriate Teenage Activities for Tots: My daughter said she likes my nail polish. I bought her some of her own at Sweet & Sassy so I can paint her nails with kid-friendly, quick-drying, non-toxic polish. She's 1. Meanwhile, my son is skateboarding in the living room. He keeps bumping into my side tables. I don't care. Neither are crying which equals success in my book.

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What's the Best Stroller For Navigating Through the Rain and Snow?

Heather Maddan — Fri, 28 Jan 2011 13:38:31 PST

It's hard to pop a wheelie on a blustery day! Despite NYC being blanketed in snow, Naomi Watts and her sons - Sasha, 3, and Sammy, 2 - strolled through town this morning to take in some fresh air. The boys were bundled up and rode comfortably in a Phil & Teds stroller. The popular brand of pushchairs has garnered many celebrity families as fans. But which buggy do you think is best for parents to navigate through the rain, sleet, and snow in cold-weather regions?

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What Do You Do When You're Snowed In?

Colleen Barrett — Fri, 28 Jan 2011 04:00:42 PST

It was a close race, but the majority of you prefer cozy, Winter sex to sultry Summer. But sex isn't the only way to spend a snowed-in day: there's catching up on TV, reading, watching movies, online shopping. You could even get active and clean or do your taxes, but I wouldn't. Since so many of you have been snowed in this Winter, tell us how you like to spend that time.

Speed Read - Northeast Gets Another Major Snow Day

TresSugar — Thu, 27 Jan 2011 09:40:15 PST

Snow day! School, flights, and more canceled because of snow in Northeast - MSNBC
And everyone's staying home watching TV to the networks' delight - AP
Ugandan gay activist killed after name was published on "top homosexual" list - CNN
Tiger Mom might get a movie - THR
A sneak peek at Glee's Thriller Super Bowl episode - BuzzSugar
Having a baby could impact your mental health more than abortion - Huffington Post
FOX leads ratings for viewers of Obama's State of the Union Address - MediaBistro

8 Reasons to Have a Winter Wedding

Colleen Barrett — Thu, 20 Jan 2011 10:06:19 PST

Everyone rushes to the altar in Spring and Summer, but there is something about a Winter wedding that's so inviting. It's cozy and romantic, less trendy and more classic. So before you set a date, consider these eight reasons - beyond the basics - why Winter weddings are wonderlands.

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Tigers Snuggle Up in the Snow at Bronx Zoo

Tara Sharp — Fri, 14 Jan 2011 07:34:53 PST

Don't these tigers look just like giant cozy kitties all snuggled up together? It was a Winter-white snow day at the Bronx Zoo, and while some animals like to play in the snow, these felines are keeping it mellow. See the purrrrty pictures below!

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How to Throw an Après Snow Hot Chocolate Party

Rebecca M Gruber — Fri, 14 Jan 2011 03:05:58 PST

More than 70 percent of the US is currently covered in snow! The weekend is upon us and that means lots of tots spending time outside sledding, building snowmen, and making angels in the snow. When all of the cold, outdoor fun is done, warm up your lil ones and their friends with a hot chocolate party that will get them toasty in no time. Using Smita Bhakta's Winter Warmer Party as our guide, check out our tips for everything you need to plan this tasty afternoon fete!

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