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We've finished part two of The Map of the Time and we have more thoughts! Check out our reactions and find out what we liked best.

Are you naturally grumpy or happy, sociable or introverted, optimistic or cynical? Your answer can help predict whether you'll become overweight in your lifetime, according to a new study from the American Psychological Association that pinpointed who was most likely to gain weight or stay slim.

Here is the latest update on what is going with me. It seems to be trending towards the good, thankfully. I'm still tired, but the breathing is getting easier.

The only thing I miss about being 17 is my dog, my metabolism and the way in which time seemed to creep along as if it was too busy hanging out to worry about whether or not it was past midnight.

A recent story over at the BBC — "Why do Americans die younger than Britons?" — looks at life expectancy figures across Canada, the U.S., the UK, Japan and Australia. And, interestingly, the U.S. is lagging behind.

Ditching your bottled water habit is good for the environment, and it can save you money. Our money expert has eight tips for making the switch.

There was a great blog post on drinking by Sarah Treleaven last week — I’ve got admire a gal with the courage to admit she enjoys a good drink, and often! My husband and I fall into the same camp — we love wine. At night, after the kids are in bed, we both enjoy a glass while we cook together. It’s a time to relax, bond and talk over the events of the day.

Change up your look by wearing these summer must-haves in a couple of different ways

A couple of months ago I had the opportunity to sit down with celebrity makeup artist Collier Strong (you probably recognize him from the TV show, Project Runway) at a L’Oreal Paris event. While he was doing my makeup, we talked about summer makeup trends and beauty products. I was pleasantly surprised to learn that a gorgeous summer look can easily be achieved with simple products and a low-maintenance routine.

Three months ago, one of my very good friends got a great job opportunity at a newish company. The problem is not with the company, or her job (which she loves), but with the fact that she is the boss. All the employees were there before she became their boss, and it's making the new role difficult for her.

Love them or hate them, musical adaptations of familiar novels, comic books, and films are lucrative and here to stay. From Legally Blonde to Spiderman, there’s nothing musical theatre producers can’t stuff into a pair of tights or tap shoes and make sing for its supper.

A recent story by Ben Blanchard and Sabrina Mao at Reuters — "Chinese women learn how to snag a billionaire" — explores the goings on at the Beijing Moral Education Center for Women, where women are taught the ins and outs of attracting and keeping a rich man.