Mary Mitchell is the author of a nationally syndicated column, “Ms. Demeanor.” She has appeared on programs such as Today Show, CBS Early Morning, CNN, Good Morning America, Fox Style News, Working Woman, and the Lifetime network. She is founder and president of The Mitchell Organization, a consulting coaching, and training firm through which she has been conducting programs for executives and employees at all levels. She has authored several books on the subject of etiquette, including The Complete Idiot’s Guide to Business Etiquette and Class Acts, which she co-wrote with etiquette superstar Letitia Baldrige. Her books have been translated into 8 languages. Visit her online at themitchell.org.

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Attention all you maxed-out mommas: Are you fed up with never being able to fit your exercise routine into your day because you’re too busy running errands, cleaning the house and juggling the kids? You’re so not alone! Fellow mom and exercise guru Carolyn Barnes became so overwhelmed with the continual chaos of mommy hood that she was inspired to create a truly unique (yet slightly off the wall) program to get it all in…without losing your mind: cLEAN Momma! The cLEAN Momma Lifestyle Program teaches you how to incorporate a fitness routine into your already hectic day through the magic of multitasking (which is what moms are good at naturally). Whether you have a sink full of dirty dishes, a basket full of laundry to fold or your three-year-old just spilled juice all over the kitchen floor, cLEAN Momma helps you learn how to whip through all those chores while toning your tummy, thighs and tush at the same time. After Carolyn’s second child was born, reality smacked her hard and fast: “Being a mommy is hard. Delicious, don’t get me wrong, but hard,” Carolyn says. “Taking care of myself sat very low on my daily “to-do” list. I was right above number 8, ‘Get milk and toilet paper.’”  Check it out online at cleanmomma.com.

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Pam Sherman AKA, the Suburban Outlaw is a recovering attorney, writer, actress and professor, whose story of ditching her day job to pursue her dreams of being an actress appeared in People Magazine. She has appeared in numerous television shows and films, including Homicide and Unsolved Mysteries. Her new book The Suburban Outlaw: Tales from the EDGE is a compilation of humorous and very personal columns published by Gannett in Rochester Magazine. Her blog can be found on www.suburbanoutlaw.com.

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Renee Martinez is the founder of www.Raisingboysworld.com, the first resource and online community for parents raising boys. With advice and expertise developed just for raising boys, parents can find answers to their most pressing questions, share their own experiences and find solace in a positive community dedicated to raising boys into good men.

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Rodd Wagner is a principal of Gallup and coauthor of the New York Times bestseller 12: The Elements of Great Managing. Wagner advises senior executives across several industries on the best ways to strengthen their partnerships, increase employee engagement, and improve profitability. Before joining Gallup 11 years ago, Wagner served as the research director for the Portland Press Herald and as a reporter and news editor for The Salt Lake Tribune. Wagner received a master’s degree in business administration from the University of Utah Graduate School of Business. Visit him online at cavehenricks.com/power_of_2.html or on facebook.

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Sheila Stewart is a serial entrepreneur and the author of Backwards in High Heels: A woman’s Guide to Succeeding in Business. Sheila talks about global female icons who have found balance in their life by overcoming obstacles and owning their femininity. The CEO of the Empower companies, her mission is to help women everywhere find their passion. Visit www.SheilaStewart.com for ways to purchase her book and find out more.

Sandy Shepard is a Lifestyle Trainer & Certified Business Success Coach with a degree in sexology. And the author of fEmpowerment(r): A Guide to Unleashing your Inner Bond Girl. She is passionate about helping women weave sensual femininity into their daily lives. Sandy is the “go to grrlfriend” every woman should have in her grrls-only Little Black Book. She blends a deep understanding of human sexuality, psychology, bio-response, and chemistry with personal anecdotes.  For more information, visit www.beabondgrrl.com.

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Tools needed for Making Candy at Home
Dipping Tools
Silicon cups
Candy Molds
Candy Food Coloring
Offset Spatulas
Pastry Brush
Bench Scraper
Pasrty Bags(disposable are best)
Calculator
Digital Scale
Small Scoops
Candy Thermometer

Easiest Walnut Fudge Around
12 ounces semisweet chocolate chips
1/3 cup cream
1/3 cup light corn syrup
1 cup powdered sugar
1/3 cup chopped walnuts
1 tsp vanilla extract
Prepare an 8×8-inch baking pan by spraying it with nonstick cooking spray.
Combine the cream and corn syrup in a heavy saucepan and bring to a boil. Stir to combine. Over Medium High Heat, bring the mixture to a boil. Let it boil one minute, then turn the heat to low.
Add the chocolate chips and stir constantly, until the chocolate is completely melted.
Remove the pan from the heat and add the powdered sugar, nuts and vanilla. Stir until the mixture is completely smooth and the sugar is completely combined.
Pour the fudge into the prepared pan and cover with plastic wrap. Refrigerate until the candy is set. Once the fudge has set up, cut into desired pieces. This is a great quick and easy gift.
Simple Toffee Candy
2 cups brown sugar
4 tbsp white vinegar

Prepare a 6×6 inch pan by spraying it with nonstick cooking spray or covering it with foil.
Place the sugar and vinegar in a medium saucepan, and add 1 cup of water. Stir until the sugar has dissolved.
Allow the mixture to boil, then cover and continue to boil for 3 minutes.
Uncover and boil until the temperature is 285 degrees,(this is called the SOFT CRACK STAGE)
Pour into prepared pan and let it set slightly.
Mark into squares with a knife or bench scraper. Let fully harden.
Break into pieces and store in an airtight container.
You can vary this recipe by adding Chopped Pecans or Peanuts and a touch of Celtic Sea Salt, or try tipping the cooled pieces into melted chocolate.

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Gina Misiroglu began noting dozens of questions and answers for The Handy Answer Book for Children (and Parents) while fielding life’s questions from her two children-now six and sixteen. When she’s not busy parenting, she spends her time writing books, specializing in the authorship and editing of pop culture, biography, American history, and general interest titles. Visit her online at redroom.com/author/gina-misiroglu.

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Yasmin Shiraz is the award winning/ best selling author of Retaliation: A Novel and The Blueprint for My Girls. She is a youth activist, sociologist and filmmaker. Through her workshops with teens, Shiraz creates books and films that speak to the issues that young people are facing across the United States. Her latest book Retaliation deals with girl fights and her debut documentary film, Can She Be Saved? records the testimonies of 8th grade girls who were known for being aggressive. Please visit: www.yasminshiraz.com.

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Dr. Isabel Blumberg is a Board-Certified Obstetrician/Gynecologist in private practice in New York City. She holds degrees from The Mount Sinai School of Medicine and Princeton University. Dr. Blumberg is a medical advisor to HealthiNation, a leading, independent producer of health videos that help you take control of your health. Dr. Blumberg is also a clinical instructor for the Department of Obstetrics & Gynecology at The Mount Sinai Medical Center and a resident medical contributor to sisterhoodsix.com, a website helping women navigate their way through motherhood. She has been recognized especially for her outstanding achievements in the area of obstetrics and gynecology research. Visit her online at healthination.com.

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