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This Week Summer has arrived! Well, not officially, of course -- but with Memorial Day behind us and the warm weather already here, it's time to get in shape, catch a flick, find a summer job, and hit the beach. Our Guides will help you do it all. Shape Up for Summer Could you stand to drop a few pounds before bathing suit season heats up? We'll help you figure out the diet and exercise plan that's right for you. 3 Best Weight Loss Tips Stop Doing These Things Now See More About:  summer shape-up  losing weight  weight loss motivation 2012 Summer Movie Preview You've probably already seen The Avengers, but what else does Hollywood have in store for the summer? Our Guide to Movies (@About__Movies) fills us in. June Release Dates 2012 Movie Reviews See More About:  movies  summer  the avengers Find a Summer Job Off from school? Don't sit on the couch and watch your summer go by. Get out there, put some cash in your pocket, and maybe even have a little fun. How to Apply For a Job I Quit! How to Resign See More About:  summer jobs  summer job search  summer camp jobs Top 10 Florida Beaches No matter what kind of beach vacation you're looking for, the Florida coast has something for you. If you're heading south this season, check out some of these top picks. New Florida Attractions Orlando Vacation Guide See More About:  florida beaches  florida vacations  This Week Ads Cheap Beach Vacation Diet to Lose Weight Florida Beach Weight Loss Vacation Diet Weight Loss Featured Articles Air Conditioning and Your MPG Can One Vote Make a Difference? Horror Movies That Really Happened The Unwritten Rules of Friendship Make Fresh-Squeezed Lemonade (Video) 10 Most Underrated MCs   More from About.com Bake Sale Bestsellers Make your next bake sale a profitable one with these irresistible recipes. More> Real Recipes app Download our highly-rated app for free recipes and kitchen tools, for iPhone and iPod Touch. More>   Sign up for more free newsletters on your favorite topics You are receiving this newsletter because you subscribed to the About This Week newsletter. If you wish to change your email address or unsubscribe, please click here. About respects your privacy: Our Privacy Policy Contact Information: 249 West 17th Street New York, NY, 10011 © 2012 About.com     Follow us on: Advertisement

About Food & Drink: Pack a Picnic

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Food & Drink From Jessica Ann Mola, your About Food & Drink Editor One of my favorite ways to kick off summer is to take a blanket and an armful of food over to my local park and enjoy the sun. Here are some things I would stash in my basket. What's On The Menu? Need some picnic inspiration? Linda, our Guide to Busy Cooks, has gathered up her favorite picnic recipes. Whether you're in the mood for something sweet or savory or looking to bring something unique, or she's got it covered. Five-Ingredient Grilled Pinic Menu Need Vegetarian Recipes? Try These See More About:  how to pack a picnic basket  the perfect picnic  sandwich recipes Summery Side Salads What's a picnic without at least one yummy side salad on your plate? Not a picnic I'd want to be involved in, that's for sure. Stephanie, our Guide to Cooking for Kids, says forget those boring, mayo-based salads we all grew up with, and try one of her creative, satisfying pasta salad recipes. Classic Potato Salad With A Kick Sweet Potato Salad More Cool & Refreshing Summer Salads See More About:  pasta salads  picnic food  macaroni Don't Forget Dessert Call me traditional, but I'm with Carroll, our Guide to Baking / Desserts: When I hear picnic, I think pie. Blueberry and strawberry rhubarb are the ones I'm loving this year. Carroll has other great options here though if pie's not your thing. How about a lemon poppy seed cake or even a good ol' fruit salad? Yes, please. Perfectly Portable: 16 Brownie And Bar Cookie Recipes See More About:  special cake recipes  cookie recipes  pie recipes Pack A Picnic, Spanish Style Looking to pack a picnic with little ethnic flair? Our Spanish Food Guides Lisa and Tony have a treat for you -- this mouthwatering Spanish Picnic Menu. My favorite item on here is the tortilla. In my Italian family we call it a frittata, but it's the same thing -- a thick, delicious potato and onion omelet that tastes even better when served cold (in my opinion, at least). Give me a wedge of this, some crusty bread and a place to sit outside in the sun -- that's my kind of picnic. Bring A Bota Of Wine, Too Or Try These Summery Spanish Drinks See More About:  spanish menus  picnic menus  summer meals Food & Drink Ads Good Food Recipes Recipes Food Italian Food Recipes Food Recipes Recipes for Dinner Featured Articles How to Pack a Picnic Basket Vegan Mayonnaise Doesn't Spoil Great Rose Wines Shrimp & Cucumber Sandwiches Outdoor Grilling and Food Safety Quiz Chinese Picnic Side Dishes   More from About.com Bake Sale Bestsellers Make your next bake sale a profitable one with these irresistible recipes. More> Real Recipes app Download our highly-rated app for free recipes and kitchen tools, for iPhone and iPod Touch. More>   Sign up for more free newsletters on your favorite topics You are receiving this newsletter because you subscribed to the About Food & Drink newsletter. If you wish to change your email address or unsubscribe, please click here. About respects your privacy: Our Privacy Policy Contact Information: 249 West 17th Street New York, NY, 10011 © 2012 About.com   Fun Mother's Day Gift Ideas Classical Bamboo Gongfu Tea Set Lucky Bamboo in Glass Vase Chopstick Lamp   Follow us on: Advertisement

About Fitness: 12 Ways to Get in Shape for Summer

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Fitness From Wendy Bumgardner, your About Fitness Editor Summer Weight Loss Program Our Exercise Guide Paige puts together a program with cardio, weights, and smart eating to help you lose unwanted pounds and look great in that swimsuit. See More About:  summer shape-up  summer exercise  weight loss progams 7-Day Fat Burning Plan Our Weight Training Guide offers this weekly plan aimed at burning fat and building muscle. See More About:  fat loss  fat burning  fitness training Boost Your Metabolism with Lean Protein Building muscle is key to boosting your metabolism, and protein is essential for doing it. But if you're dieting, calories are important. Our Weight Loss Guide Malia explains how to get the best protein for the fewest calories. See More About:  grilling  high protein diets  healthy eating How to Get 6-Pack Abs Here are the 10 ways you can build and expose your ab muscles. The key isn't just in building a strong core and developing those muscles. You also need to lose fat so they show better on your flat tummy. See More About:  abdominal exercises  core exercises  summer shape-up Fitness Ads Fitness Work Out Exercise and Fitness Diet Fitness Plan Fitness Centers Gym Fitness Club Gym Featured Articles Exercise and Breast Feeding Get Your Family Active this Summer Outdoor Exercise for Longevity Exercise with Irritable Bowel Syndrome Gluten-Free Weight Loss Find the Right Diet for You   More from About.com Bake Sale Bestsellers Make your next bake sale a profitable one with these irresistible recipes. More> Real Recipes app Download our highly-rated app for free recipes and kitchen tools, for iPhone and iPod Touch. More>   Sign up for more free newsletters on your favorite topics You are receiving this newsletter because you subscribed to the About Fitness newsletter. If you wish to change your email address or unsubscribe, please click here. About respects your privacy: Our Privacy Policy Contact Information: 249 West 17th Street New York, NY, 10011 © 2012 About.com   Summer Shape-Ups Get in Shape with Walking How to Start Running Get in Shape with Pilates Advertisement

About Family: 21 Ways to Thank Your Kids' Teacher and Caregivers

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Family From Jennifer Wolf, your About Family Editor Not sure how to say thank you to the people who've been cheering your kids on all year? Try one of these ideas from our Guides. Teacher's Survival Kit Gift Express your appreciation - and your sense of humor - with this idea from Sherri. See More About:  survival kits  school crafts  gifts to make Thank Your Child's Therapist, Too Terri's readers share ideas for saying "Thank you" to therapists, teachers, and other special people in your kids' lives. Inexpensive Teacher Gift Ideas Amanda shares ten affordable ideas for thanking your kids' teachers. See More About:  teacher gifts  thank you gifts  thanking volunteers Great Ideas for Easy, Affordable Teacher Gifts It's not too late to order a photo book or try any of Katherine's other ideas for saying "Thank you." See More About:  teacher gifts  thank you gifts  gift guides Family Ads Gift Ideas Teacher Easy Kids Recipes Teacher Gift Ideas Kids Up Teacher Gifts Featured Articles Kids' Baseball Theme Parties Readers' Potty Training Questions and Other FAQs Raising an Active Girl Resorts for Families in the Poconos How To Choose the Best Bottle Warmer for Your Baby Follow About.com Parenting on Twitter   More from About.com Bake Sale Bestsellers Make your next bake sale a profitable one with these irresistible recipes. More> Real Recipes app Download our highly-rated app for free recipes and kitchen tools, for iPhone and iPod Touch. More>   Sign up for more free newsletters on your favorite topics You are receiving this newsletter because you subscribed to the About Family newsletter. If you wish to change your email address or unsubscribe, please click here. About respects your privacy: Our Privacy Policy Contact Information: 249 West 17th Street New York, NY, 10011 © 2012 About.com   Recent Parenting Channel Headlines Jacob Really Wasn't the Most Popular Name The Good, The Bad, and The Ugly How to Teach Your Children Self-Discipline Advertisement