Alison Blackman Dunham, aka. "Advice Sister Alison, " is a life & career expert, online advisor, columnist and image consultant. "The Advice Sisters®" are credited with bringing the advice genre online 14 years ago! ALISON: "I believe...
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Alison Blackman Dunham, aka. "Advice Sister Alison, " is a life & career expert, online advisor, columnist and image consultant. "The Advice Sisters®" are credited with bringing the advice genre online 14 years ago! ALISON: "I believe that most people have the capacity within themselves to create better, more successful, and happier lives. All they need is good advice, good information, motivation plus a bit of inspiration. That's what you'll find in the Advice Sisters® online publications . Please visit and take advantage of all the things the Advice Sisters Online Publications have to offer! Meanwhile, I wish you love, success and happiness--Alison"
While Santa Fe is still the heart of art in the Southwest, Albuquerque’s contemporary art scene is growing, and with closer examination, you will find some very cool artists and galleries there. Of course, when you head over to Albuquerque’s historic Old Town district, you would expect to find Native American pottery, sand paintings and resin cactus chotskies and the like, but interesting, hip contemporary art? That's right...hipsters live in Old Town! At first glance, it might seem surprising, but once you meet Bright Rain Gallery co-owners Travis Pickard and Molly Doane , you immediately sense that they are bound to be major players ...
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The first weekend in December is almost upon us, and that can only mean one thing--It's time for the Woodstock Byrdcliffe Guild's Annual 5" x 7" Show ! This show, which has been dubbed "Everyone's Favourite Little Show" has become a Woodstock institution since its inception ten years ago. While many art collectors try to collect pieces as investments, what's cool about the Woodstock Byrdcliffe Guild's Annual 5" x 7" Show is that it promotes buying what you like, rather than just a name. The 2008 show attracted more than 220 participating artists, and the roster continues to grow every year. On the eve ...
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In these tough times, it’s an all too common headline in the art world—another gallery is closing its doors. Amidst the resounding “We just can’t do it anymore. After X amount of years, we’ve decided to shut down.” It’s wonderful and refreshing, in what seems to be a dreary landscape for gallery owners, to hear of an artist, opening his own shop just before the holidays. What’s even more inspiring is that gallery owner, Silvester Hustito , is not only young, but Native American—Zuni, in fact. While Native American-owned galleries are not unheard of, they are certainly not commonplace, and I think it says ...
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It's not unusual that in tough times, people gravitate towards simpler and comforting things--things that remind them of the past. While retro and vintage fashion have been in vogue, in certain circles, for over the last 20 years or so, it seems that now, women from most every generation are embracing elements of the past and incorporating them into their own personal fashion statements. Depending on where you live, going vintage can often be a pricey prospect,and you never really know what you're getting. Now, there is a new fashion maven in "town," so to speak, who can help you sort it all out ...
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There are many reasons why people call New Mexico “The Land of Enchantment.” Just look around you and you can’t help but be impressed by the geography and natural beauty. Every time I head home towards the east in Albuquerque, I am moved by the grandeur of the Sandia Mountains. Driving from the west to the east at night along the Paseo del norte is one of my favorite pleasures because you can see the twinkling of the lights all the way up to where residential lines end and reservation land begins. Even when I feel unsettled or grumpy, those mountains bring me back ...
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Looking for some Mexican food but Mexico City is too far? Taste Albuquerque's famous green and red chile and you will become hooked up for life. This lovely city is an urban center in New Mexico, over 300 years old and having amazingly friendly citizens.Contributor: George SimsonPublished: Nov 18, 2009
Silverlining replied to Happylife's discussion 'Fun places in Albuquerque'Check out local groups on meetup.com. There are hiking and backpacking groups, as well as groups for just about every interest (yoga, food, coffee, tea, books, writing, etc.) Most are free.
In her recent article for the Albuquerque Weight Loss Examiner, Marsha Thole provides a helpful guide for dieters on vacation. First, Thole spells out what typically goes wrong for dieters on vacation. Then, using tools and techniques from The Complete Beck Diet for Life, she describes what must be done in order for dieters to remain on track and stick to their plans. Click here to read the full article. Print · Send to friend · Digg...