Much Ado About Shorts

Believe it or not, there’s been a good deal of discussion in Washington, D.C. over the past several days. Not about health care reform. Not about the elections in Afghanistan. Not about al Qaeda’s new base in Pakistan and the issues regarding the security of that countries nuclear arsenal. No, everyone’s been talking about Michelle Obama’s shorts: Visit msnbc.com for Breaking News , World News , and News about the Economy And in today’s Washington Post, fashion editor Robin Givhan

The Backyard Boom - The Hungry Bride

Filed under: The Hungry Bride A Backyard Wedding Courtesy of Style Me Pretty An article in Tuesday's New York Times titled With This Burger, I Thee Wed chronicles an (economy-fueled) trend away from lavish, over-the-top weddings and towards the seating of guests comfortably in a backyard. Whether the yard belongs to a family member or is an old, rented-out estate, the fare being served at these weddings is reminiscent of a backyard barbecue: com

Economy Drives U.S. Grillers’ Outdoor Cooking Plans: Poll (Progressive Grocer)

Nearly two-thirds (61 percent) of American outdoor grill owners are planning to grill at home more and eat out less this year, and 74 percent of this group cite the economy as the reason, according to the 20th Annual Weber GrillWatch Survey, the first and most comprehensive objective, third-party study on why, where, when, and how Americans grill.

Ten ways to save money on outdoor adventures (The Daily Evergreen)

We all need it, no one has it, and no one wants to use it – money. With the economy the way it is, we would all like to save a few bucks here and there. Hopefully, the prospect of the tuition hike doesn’t mean everyone has to cut back on venturing outdoors.

How to Save Money on Your Wedding

Despite the economy, you still want a fabulous wedding, right? Well, with a few ideas, you can have a great wedding without settling for a backyard barbecue while wearing jeans and a veil (unless that is your dream wedding--then go for it!).