There's a Mrs. Roper comeback that's been brewing under the surface for a few years now but it poised to explode this year. Once the sarcastically fashionable landlady of "Three's Company," is now, the unexpected icon of modern womanhood. I first stumbled upon this delightful resurgence after spying a tweet about a Mrs. Roper-themed pub crawl in Hillcrest, San Diego. With caftan-clad devotees of this sitcom legend sashaying through the streets, it got me thinking - why is Mrs. Roper, played by …
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Back to School Fashion Trends for Teens
We're nearing the end of summer and that means it's time for back to school shopping. If you're the parent of a teen though, you know that this is an especially trying time of year. We're here to …
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Food Allergies During the Holidays – 7 Easy Things To Help Everyone Survive (Literally)
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