Have you ever wondered why he didn’t call although he said he would. Well… as most of us probably already know this, very often guys say one thing and mean something opposite. The “I will call you” is probably the most popular one but there are several other phrases that men love to use.

Steve Santagati – a relationship expert from “The Today Show”: prepared a little dictionary translating the true meaning of “man-phrases”.

- “I’ll call you” – meaning “I may call you.” Santagati says a man will definit... Read More >>>

Attention gift-givers! Are you out of luck with conventional gift-giving behavior? Do upcoming family birthdays loom in your near future? Or are you just an early bird Christmas shopper? Finding the perfect gift is easier if you think outside the box. Check out some of this fall’s coolest and silliest get-ups:

1. Moshi Voice Control Digital Alarm at Brookstone. ($49.95) Who wouldn’t appreciate an alarm clock that you command with your voice? “Moshi,” this smart little digital clock, lets you set alarms from bed, hands-free! With commands... Read More >>>

Are you stuck in a rut when it comes to your exercise routine? Think about how much your environment affects your every day mood. You wouldn’t want to catch your Z’s on a busy street corner, would you? Your body will get tired of uncomfortable spaces, which may worsen your overall performance. Especially monotonous routines, for instance, will do for your body what an uncomfortable bed will do for your sleep habits.

The most elemental way to wake up the body is through a natural retreat. I’d say our natural surroundings live up to their reputations as therapeutic centers of serenity, so jump on in... Read More >>>

Want to have restaurant-style cocktails at home? Stay in tonight and mix up some of your favorite mixed drinks (and achieve the same fancy flair they have at cocktail hotspots). If you’re not a recipe follower, experiment with your favorite flavors. All you need is your choice of liquors, and a combination of fresh ingredients and pre-made mixes.

Blackberry Mojito:

Coat two spoonfuls of blackberries, a handful of mint leaves and half a lime with a spoonful of sugar. Muddle the mix and add a 2 oz. shot of rum and 1.5 oz. of sweet an... Read More >>>

No matter how much you love your furry friends, when things get crowded they can feel like intruders. Don’t feel guilty about admitting that your pet has taken over a little. Make you and your pets happy by incorporating some of their essentials into yours. It may make the space happier than you think.

First of all, keep toys under control. The fastest way to feel like things are out of hand is to let an animal’s toys lay all over the floor. Unless you have a pet who is great at picking up after himself, de-stuffed chew toys and catnip playthings can... Read More >>>

There's a new show for us food junkies! Fortunately, this one works for the money wise too. The new program, featured on Food Network, is Melissa d'Arabian's Ten Dollar Dinners. Every week, Melissa tries out a new dinner fix that feeds a family of four for under ten bucks. What a deal!

Melissa d'Arabian's show isn't the only new addition to the Food Network. The show's host herself is new to the cooking biz. Though she's been cooking from a young age, Melissa has never held a true cooking gig until she scored a spot of Food Network's fifth season of The Next Food Netwo... Read More >>>

If it seems too expensive to just throw away, it probably is. Many of the broken or outdated items in your home can still be saved somehow. Cell phones, eyeglasses, and even old appliances can avoid the dump if you recycle them. The best way to recycle old goods that still work is to donate them to local organizations that can give them to people that need them. But other recycling services will make use of your items, even if they aren’t usable. Recyclemycellphone.org is a good place to start. They’ll find a home for your outdated ce... Read More >>>

Always check for coupon codes. Even easier than clipping newspaper coupons is doing a quick keyword search for online discount codes. You might be surprised at how many of your favorite online vendors have deals floating around that you can take advantage of. On coupon code sites, people who receive updates or hear about online promotions share codes with other consumers. The users then try the codes and can report back on how successful the coupon worked with their online order. Simply searching for the name of the online store with the words “coupon codes” will get you to t... Read More >>>

Nearly everyone nowadays is addicted to gourmet coffee drinks and those other fancy, blended creations sold everywhere from fast food restaurants to corner cafes. But next time, instead of shelling out five bucks for small frappe latte, consider trying the homemade version—just as sweet and flavorful as you like it.

For a cheaper way to enjoy iced coffee, brew a pot of your favorite roast, whether it’s a regular black brew, a chocolate flavor, or anything else you have at home. You may want to cool the coffee in the fridge before prep... Read More >>>

Here are even more ways to save money in your home. They might even be a break on the environment too!

Buy a portable water bottle. There's no need to buy packs of water bottles or soda cans in bulk. To eliminate plastic and aluminum waste, buy a durable bottle (maybe one for hot drinks, one for cold) and fill up before you go out to the office, for a jog—anywhere! You won't have empty containers lying around anymore, and they won't end up in landfills either.

Tip: If you're a bottled water user because you can't drink tap, conside... Read More >>>