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After a series of public attempts by pleading during his concerts to get Paula Patton back, Robin Thicke may be closer at a chance for reconciling with his estranged wife.

Thicke's constant pleas to Patton during his live performances asking her to forgive him may have actually worked. TMZ is reporting that insiders in the know have told them the actress is "open to giving him another chance."

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Apparently, Thicke and Patton have been in contact the entire time since separating, but the Single Ladies star was very adamant about ending the relationship. However, her tone has now changed and she wants Thicke to show her how he plans to change to make things work between them.

While Patton threatened Thicke with divorce, she never hired a lawyer and she allegedly has no plans to do so, TMZ added. They are positively working things out through regular phone conversations. Ironically, Patton is supposedly not impressed with her husband's concert groveling and onstage professions of love.

What she likes is that Thicke has remained a good father to their 2-year-old son, often making a point to see him whenever he can and calling him while on the road.

Paula Patton liberated from Robin Thicke: Couple separates >>

The longtime couple has been married for about nine years and were high school sweethearts. They have a good friendship and vowed to remain close even if they ended up divorcing.

But things turned ugly after Thicke was seen grabbing another woman's behind after his outrageously raunchy MTV VMAs performance with Miley Cyrus. Rumors claimed that Patton reached a breaking point and told Thicke she had had enough of his womanizing ways.

Thicke profusely apologized and has been begging Patton for forgiveness to the point that it seems it may have worked.

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While nursing in public remains controversial, taking a mom's photo while she breastfeeds her baby, uploading it to Facebook and calling her a "tramp" is upsetting on many levels. A mom from the U.K. experienced this.

Mom bullied for nursing in public

A breastfeeding mom in the U.K. was photographed by an anonymous person, and then the photo was uploaded to a Facebook page where she was labeled a "tramp" for nursing her baby in public. She is now organizing a breastfeeding protest and hopes to educate people on why photographing a nursing mom and uploading it without her permission is simply wrong.

Nursing in public and personal rights

Photo credit: Emily Slough

Breastfeeding a baby is an essential act, one that provides not only nutrition, but a special form of nurturing from a mother to her baby. Unfortunately, nursing in public continues to be a controversial option for moms, even though it's a legal one. From being asked to cover up to being ordered to leave public areas, breastfeeding in public — despite its function as a way to feed your child — still has a long way to go to become accepted by many.

However, Emily Slough, a 27-year-old mother of two from Rugeley in Staffordshire, was the victim of a type of bullying that is unfortunately made easier by cell phones, social media and easy access to the internet. Recently, she was sitting down on the steps of a restaurant having lunch while nursing her 8-month-old daughter. Without her knowledge or consent, she was photographed and then submitted to a Facebook page called Spotted Rugeley with the following caption: "I know the sun is out n all that but there's no need to let your kid feast on your nipple in town!!! Tramp."

Slough's reaction is totally understandable, yet her attitude is refreshing. "I was utterly appalled that someone took the time and effort to attempt to shame and humiliate me while I was feeding my daughter," she explains. "However I thank them for bringing attention to how nursing mothers face criticism and non-acceptance. I didn't realize that people felt this way. To me it is a perfectly normal act, it's clear now that something has to be done to educate those opposed to public feeding, and encourage other mothers to do it. I am so saddened to hear from mothers who have been put off breastfeeding altogether by this negative attitude."

Breastfeeding is a normal way to feed Baby

This incident has resonated with many, and Slough is garnering worldwide support — this incident, after all, can happen anywhere. And the premise behind the original action needs to be addressed. "I'm constantly frustrated by adults sexualizing breastfeeding," says Rachelle, owner of the popular Facebook page Unlatched. "Breastfeeding is a normal biological function. Mothers' bodies are able to grow a baby and nourish them, too. Just because breasts can be used sexually, it does not mean breastfeeding is sexual. Adults need to be more mature."

Paala, who also runs a popular blog and Facebook page, feels the same. "Someone in the U.K., a country with one of the lowest breastfeeding rates, thought it was acceptable to post a photo of a mother meeting the needs of her child, calling her a tramp," she says. "The way we treat our mothers says a lot about our values as a society."

The original photo and the Facebook page have since been taken down, but Slough is now organizing a nurse-in in response to the incident. "This is my first experience!" she shares when asked if she considers herself a breastfeeding advocate before now. "I've never had a reason to fight back before, this person gave me one."

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Community Producer (open to NY, reporting to Community Manager)

The Community Producer (CP) will manage all community-based campaigns in collaboration with editorial, consumer marketing and advertiser efforts. As an integral member of our marketing team, the CP will serve as the producer of both advertiser campaigns and member-based engagement strategy for the SheKnows “Experts” program.

We are looking for an analytical thinker with strong experience in campaign execution and program reporting. The CP is focused on community building through web/mobile, email and social platforms, and has proven experience delivering successful campaigns for advertisers. This person will have a ground-floor opportunity to build a thriving online community that delivers meaningful results for members and advertisers alike.

Responsibilities

• Own fulfillment of all SheKnows Experts campaigns

• Plan and execute Experts campaigns to include the following Expert activities: blog posts, product reviews, editorial articles/ how-to’s, video reviews/ how-to’s, events, Google hang-outs etc.

• Manage all reporting on the above-mentioned Experts tactics

• Manage regular email communication with the community, including program assignments, optimization strategies and Expert-based campaign reporting

• Identify, engage, and nurture Expert community members

• Use analytics to identify program efficacy and brand impact

• Optimize programs and processes surrounding Experts campaigns

• Integrate all findings into advertiser-friendly reporting

• Work with the sales team to design optimal Experts programs and to set client expectations and success metrics

• Track program success and report regularly to senior team members

Desired Skills & Experience

• Strong program/campaign management experience

• Strong experience in analytics-based reporting

• An innate curiosity regarding the social dynamics of an online community

• A technical proficiency in content management software, social media platforms, social listening tools, and analytics

• A proven ability to communicate with multiple contacts within short period of time- excellent written and verbal skills

• Mastery of time and deadline management

• The ability to think strategically with strong critical decision-making skills and an intellectual curiosity

• Willingness to be a team player who can roll up their sleeves to get the job done

• Comfort in a fast-paced, results-oriented environment

• Interest in women’s lifestyle media

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree

• Minimum 4 years professional experience in digital or media production

• Passion for and understanding of digital media

• Active participation in communities and social networks

• Strong proficiency in MS Office and Google Analytics (or other web analytics tool)

To Apply

Is this you? Are you ready for an incredible job with one of the fastest growing online destinations for women? Then please send your letter of interest, resume detailing your background and salary requirements to Renae Vaules, Human Resource Manager at renae.vaules@sheknows.com.

Equal Opportunity Employer

SheKnows.com is an Equal Opportunity Employer. The company subscribes to all state and federal regulations and prohibits discrimination based on gender, race, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, marital status, age, religion or veteran status. SheKnows hires only individuals lawfully authorized to work in the United States.

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Steve Irwin's right-hand man Justin Lyons is speaking for the first time about the day his dear friend died, and revealed the Crocodile Hunter's surprisingly calm last words.

In an interview with Britain's Studio 10, Lyons described how the crew had followed an 8-foot stingray in their inflatable boat for quite some time before Irwin decided he wanted a shot of him swimming up behind the animal. Lyons joined him in the water to film the encounter.

"All of a sudden it propped on its front and started stabbing wildly with its tail, hundreds of strikes in a few seconds," Lyons said, adding that the stingray probably thought Irwin's shadow was that of a tiger shark.

Steve Irwin's daughter victim of death hoax >>

"It wasn't until I panned the camera back [and saw] that Steve was standing in a huge pool of blood that I realized something had gone wrong."

"He had a about a two-inch-wide injury over his heart with blood and fluid coming out of it," Lyons said. "He was in extraordinary pain. [The stingrays] have got venom on their barb, so I'm sure it was excruciatingly painful."

Watch Lyons describe the stingray attack that killed Steve Irwin

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Lyons also said that even if Irwin had medical intervention right away, his injuries were too severe to save him.

"Even if we'd been able to get him into an emergency ward at that moment, we probably wouldn't have been able to save him because the damage to his heart was massive," he said.

"As we're motoring back, I'm screaming at one of the other crew in the boat to put their hand over the wound and we're saying to him things like, 'Think of your kids, Steve. Hang on, hang on, hang on.' He just sort of calmly looked up at me and said, 'I'm dying.' And that was the last thing he said.

"We hoped for a miracle, so I literally did CPR on him for over an hour before we got him to… the medics," Lyons explained, but it was too late. Irwin was pronounced dead at the scene.

While a video of the entire ordeal exists — Irwin had a firm rule that no matter how severe the injury, the crew kept filming — Lyons said he does not know where it is and hopes it is never released.

"I don't know what's happened to it and I hope it would never see the light of day," he said.

Position Summary

The Vice President of Ad Product & Strategy leads platform innovation and sales strategy for the digital media business. This position is responsible for the company's ad product road map, in partnership with the VP, Product. She/he will work with agencies and brands to prioritize and build unique media and advertising programs.

Job Description

The Vice President of Ad Product and Strategy is an executive position with responsibility for researching customer requirements, competitive practices and trends and developing a strategy for advertising product development, packaging and program proposals to meet the needs of SheKnows advertisers. The position will be responsible for proposal development, technical collateral, RFP and RFI, and pricing structures. Primary focus will be in the U.S. with secondary focus on Canada, UK, and Australia. The role will expand into a worldwide position as the business grows.

Responsibilities

• Research, analyze, and develop strategy for advertising products. Validate plans through assessment of market potential, trends, and short, long-term opportunities.

• Develop strategy that will take the product through entire lifecycle from concept, design development to market launch.

• Analyze market to determine client requirements, technology trends and innovations, and competitive information.

• Develop marketing strategy that will incorporate advertiser requirements with technology and competitive practices. Organize and facilitate sales advisory sessions. Identify and coordinate with product development, new functionalities and features.

• Work with marketing to develop collateral, product sheets, white papers, and product announcements. Attend trade shows and develop business strategy of product presentation at trade shows.

• Conduct research on pricing models and develop strategy for pricing structure.

• Build, develop and manages customer service team. Develop customer service strategy to include level of service, internal/external sourcing, and education of customer service agents.

• Oversee production of advertising proposals.

• Optimize proposals based on ongoing assessment of program efficacy- in partnership with client service and ad ops.

Working Relationships

• Sales

• Marketing

• Advertising Operations

• Product

Skills & Requirements

• Bachelor Degree, MBA preferred

• 10 plus years experience in digital media and business strategy

• 5+ years of leadership experience working in a revenue and results-driven marketing environment.

• Strong analytical and strategic acumen that utilizes data to identify and maximize digital revenue opportunities.

• Ability to establish credibility, influence and an effective working relationship with key peers and stakeholders

• Proven experience growing and leading a team

• Extensive knowledge of first (lotame) and third party data re-targeting

• Knowledge of mobile platform advertising

• Ability to thrive in a fast paced, rapidly changing and competitive industry

• High degree of knowledge in consumer internet businesses

• Ability to communicate effectively with both business and technical people

• Ability to conduct research studies, analyze data, and develop strategies

To Apply

Is this you? Are you ready for an incredible job with one of the fastest growing online destinations for women? Then please send your letter of interest, resume detailing your background and salary requirements to Renae Vaules, Human Resource Manager at renae.vaules@sheknows.com.

Equal Opportunity Employer

SheKnows.com is an Equal Opportunity Employer. The company subscribes to all state and federal regulations and prohibits discrimination based on gender, race, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, marital status, age, religion or veteran status. SheKnows hires only individuals lawfully authorized to work in the United States.

There is nothing I love more than sitting down and eating a giant grilled cheese. In fact, whenever I have leftover meat I always figure out a way to enjoy it on a grilled cheese. That's why I knew that I had to make a grilled cheese with my leftover corned beef. This sandwich is the perfect combination of salty corned beef, sharp Irish cheddar, homemade Russian dressing and crispy pumpernickel bread. You're going to love this sandwich!

Corned beef grilled cheese recipe

Yields 2

Ingredients:

• 4 slices pumpernickel bread
• Russian dressing (recipe follows)
• 4 slices Irish cheddar cheese
• 6 slices corned beef
• 2 tablespoons unsalted butter

Directions:

1. Lay out bread and start building your sandwich.
2. Spread a thing layer of Russian dressing on all the slices of bread.
3. Top 2 slices of the bread in the following order 1 slice cheese, 3 slices corned beef and 1 slice cheese.
4. Top each sandwich with remaining slice of bread, Russian dressing side down.
5. Add butter to a large skillet and melt over medium heat.
6. Once the butter is melted, add the sandwiches to the skillet and cook until the bottom is crispy and the cheese is starting to melt. Flip over and cook until the other side is crispy and all the cheese is melted.
7. Serve the finished sandwich with extra Russian dressing for dipping.

Homemade Russian dressing recipe

Yields about 3/4 cup

Ingredients:

• 1/2 cup mayonnaise
• 2 tablespoons ketchup
• 2 tablespoons sweet relish
• 1 tablespoon grated sweet onion

Directions: 

1. In a small bowl mix together all ingredients and let sit in the refrigerator until ready to use.

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Planning Coordinators are responsible for front end campaign entry and maintenance in DSM (Dart Sales Manager) for the entire life of a campaign they are assigned to. They are also involved in troubleshooting issues with campaigns, suggesting solutions and assisting Campaign Managers and Sales Planners in making sure each campaign is successful.

Our ideal candidate will be technically minded and a team-oriented problem solver. This position will interact with multiple departments internally in order to oversee and manage the proper implementation for the life cycle of a campaign. Excellent prioritization and time management skills are a must as the Planning Coordinator works under the pressure of multiple deadlines.

This is an entry level, non-client facing, position in the Ad Operations department of the Scottsdale Arizona office. This is not a Sales or Marketing position.

Responsibilities

• Ensure campaigns are set up correctly in DSM, while maintaining processes and naming conventions.

• Work with other ad serving and workflow tools as needed to ensure campaigns are successfully executed (DFP, Agile Zen, Spring Pad, Basecamp, etc.).

• Ensure revisions to campaigns are entered into DSM in an accurate and timely fashion.

• Assist with Special Projects as assigned.

• Help enter and track exclusive dates for sponsorships and takeovers.

• Update online manual for Planning Coordinators with changes to process or new processes as needed.

• Provide input on team processes and capabilities to improve organizational excellence.

• Assist Campaign Managers as requested to troubleshoot or ensure campaign delivery and success.

• Assist Planners in all aspects of setting up campaigns and reserving dates as needed.

• Learn and expand knowledge of Ad Operations and products as well as systems we use.

• Work and communicate with people not located in the home office and outside of the local time zone.

• Identify and troubleshoot data entry discrepancies and inaccuracies.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of DSM preferred but not required

• Proficient or expert knowledge of Microsoft Office, especially Excel and Outlook

• Organized and detail oriented with excellent communication skills.

• Ability to multitask and prioritize in a fast paced environment with tight deadlines.

• Strong analysis and problem solving skills

• Ability to effectively handle pressure with a high volume of work

• Strong, core math skills

• Customer service attitude – positive, flexible, patient, courteous, accountable, professional

• Ability to adapt to frequent changes in processes as new products and innovations are offered and expanded upon.

To Apply

Is this you? Are you ready for an incredible job with one of the fastest growing online destinations for women? Then please send your letter of interest, resume detailing your background and salary requirements to Renae Vaules, Human Resource Manager at renae.vaules@sheknows.com.

Equal Opportunity Employer

SheKnows.com is an Equal Opportunity Employer. The company subscribes to all state and federal regulations and prohibits discrimination based on gender, race, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, marital status, age, religion or veteran status. SheKnows hires only individuals lawfully authorized to work in the United States.

Once upon a time, Nicole Richie photoshopped a picture of herself with purple tresses and uploaded it to Instagram. It wasn’t long before Kelly Osbourne caught wind of the image and egged her on to make it official:

I’m not sure if this was the nudge Nicole needed to fully commit, but big props to Kelly if it was because her new look is absolutely stunning. Soon after, Ireland Baldwin said bye-bye to blond and amped up her look with a vibrant violet that has taken her beauty to a bad ass, rock star-esque level.

This look proves how important (and fun!) it is to push boundaries with your look — not necessarily with purple hair, but with any risky transformation you want to try. There's nothing more liberating than being exactly who you are (and you know, looking hot doing it).

Want to try your hand at lavender locks?

You can get this look at home with L'Oreal Professional Hair Chalk, a new line — debuting in the U.S. this month — that comes in vibrant shades like "Garden Party Green" and our favorite, "First Date Violet."

Photos courtesy of SalonCapri

Here's a fun how-to, courtesy of Senior Stylist Caitlyn Young of SalonCapri, Boston:

1. First, begin with dry hair.
2. Start by using the L'Oreal Professional Hair Chalk and brush or rub pigment onto hair in 1-inch pieces. Try focusing the color onto the ends of hair for a gentle ombre effect.
3. Next, comb through your hair to evenly spread the pigment.
4. Finally, blow-dry pigmented area on a low setting to set the color.
5. To style, curl your hair using a 2-inch curling iron and set with Kerastase Resistance Double Force Hairspray.
6. Brush out curls to create a loose wave and braid hair, securing the end with an elastic. Use clear elastics to blend in with your hair and new colors!
7. Using fingers, gently pull your braid to separate pieces so that the colors show through!

L'Oreal Professional Hair Chalk at-home applications are available at SalonCapri for $24 each and last five to 10 washes, or contact your fave hair salon for availability info.

If the thought of going full-blown purple overwhelms you, there's nothing wrong with taking baby steps:

Test the waters

Do what Jordin Sparks and Christina Aguilera did and sport purple streaks that pop.

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Upgrade to ombre

Do a slow fade: Keep your roots natural and fade your tresses into the hue of your choosing, a la Katy Perry.

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Take the plunge

When you're ready to rock, make sure you talk to an expert about the shade of purple you should go with — like everything, certain shades will go better with your skin tone than others.

FilmMagic/ Getty images

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Have you noticed? Assertiveness is praised in boys, but discouraged in girls — instead of being lauded for their leadership skills, girls are instead discouraged from speaking up. Sheryl Sandberg, chief operating officer of Facebook, is aiming to ban the word "bossy" from our vocabulary when it comes to describing girls. Are you up for the challenge?

Inspiring future female leaders

According to the Ban Bossy campaign, by the time they reach middle school, girls are less inspired to take on leadership roles — and between elementary and high school, girls' self-esteem drops 3 1/2 times more than does boys'. The word bossy minimizes and dismisses, and it and other similar words can squash ambition. And it's not relegated to the playground, either — women are similarly dismissed in the workplace. The more a girl is told that she is bossy, the less inclined she will be to speak up, raise her hand or give suggestions.

Ban Bossy has established tips for girls, parents, educators, Girl Scout troop leaders and managers to encourage leadership skills for girls and the women they will become. And Sandberg hopes that by putting the message out, we can stop calling girls bossy and instead, we can help them be the leaders society needs. Of course, this directive is not totally without controversy — some feel that we as a society have become too sensitive, and that attempting to ban words is bossy in and of itself. But others feel that if we think about words before we say them, and instead work to find a better way of expressing ourselves, we will uplift girls instead of dismiss them.

Before you chastise your daughter, your niece, your pupil, your co-worker or your friend for being too bossy next time, reflect on what makes you feel like you need to choose this word, and embrace her leadership skills instead. Will you #banbossy?

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Prince Harry and Cressida Bonas were seen out together over the weekend, leading to more rumors the two will eventually decide to walk down the aisle. But besides just royal-watchers, other are interested in those possibilities.

Prince Harry launches sporting event for injured troops >>

It looks like British gamers are also keeping a very close eye on the couple. According to People, British betting and gaming firm Ladbrokes has customers betting on a possible royal proposal. The odds that Prince Harry will pop the question this year to his on-again, off-again girlfriend are now eight to one.

The odds the couple will actually marry in 2014 are now 20 to one.

"The more Cressida is spotted with Harry, the more [customers] are convinced an engagement is in the cards sooner rather than later," Jessica Bridge, public relations officer of Ladbrokes, told People.

This isn't the first time the lives of the royals have been the focus of gambling. After it was announced that Kate Middleton was pregnant, oddsmakers were placing bets on all kinds of things relating to the future king or queen of England, including the date of birth, gender, name and whether the baby would have been born as twins (there was a rumor out there that Middleton may be pregnant with twins). Even though many guessed that Kate and Wills might have chosen a more modern name, the baby's name, Prince George, was one of the top names guessed by those gambling.

Prince Harry finally listens to the queen! His beard is gone >>

This time, the gamblers are again betting on the lives of those they don't know. But Harry and Cressida have known each other for a long time, and another royal wedding could very well be on its way.

Tell us: Would you like to see a royal wedding in 2014?

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Justin Bieber put on the performance of his life during a deposition in a lawsuit brought by a paparazzo claiming he was assaulted by the star's bodyguard.

Bieber plays the role of spoiled, bratty teen pop idol perfectly, even winking at the camera at one point and making a hilarious vocabulary error that reveals the inner truth of his current career downslide.

The videos, obtained by TMZ, show an increasingly annoyed and annoying Bieber trying to wiggle out of answering as many of the photographer's lawyer's questions as he can, sometimes more successfully than others.

Watch highlights of Bieber's bad attitude

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Elisabeth Moss has made her name on AMC's Mad Men, but it wasn't too long ago that she was a completely different person. In 2008, her life changed forever when her co-star Jon Hamm hosted Saturday Night Live. From that appearance, she met SNL cast member Fred Armisen.

Elisabeth Moss is dying to be a bad girl >>

After a whirlwind romance, the two were married a year later. But after eight months of marriage, the couple separated in June 2010 (the divorce was finalized in May 2011). Moss is finally opening up about that marriage, and appears to regret every moment of it.

"Looking back, I feel like I was really young, and at the time I didn't think that I was that young," Moss told New York Magazine. "It was extremely traumatic and awful and horrible."

However, the actress said it could have been much, much worse, like if the couple hadn't realized they weren't meant for each other as soon as they did.

"At the same time, it turned out for the best," she said. "I'm glad that I'm not there. I'm glad that it didn't happen when I was 50. I'm glad I didn't have kids. And I got that out of the way. Hopefully. Like, that's probably not going to happen again."

They were in what?! Emmy nominees' past roles >>

Armisen apparently agrees with Moss, calling himself a "terrible husband" on Howard Stern's show, and Moss agreed with the statement in the interview.

Moss is now a big star, and is looking forward to her future. She will return to the set of Mad Men to film the final episodes, which will air in 2015. The first half of the final season of Mad Men will premiere on April 13. Armisen recently left SNL, and currently stars in Portlandia.

You can read Moss' full interview in the March 10 issue of New York Magazine.

Save money on your water bill

Older toilet models and leaking toilets are not only unsightly, they're also huge causes of wasted water. This can have a serious impact on your water bill. Learn how to improve your efficiency and save money.

Unless you take steps to upgrade the toilets in your home, you're wasting water with every trip to the bathroom. This has an impact on the environment as well as your wallet. Learn how to save money on your water bill by managing the toilets in your home.

What's with all the water?

According to the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), toilets make up about 30 percent of an average home's indoor water use. That's a lot of water for one quick flush. If your toilet has a leak, it could be contributing to even more usage. Here's a scary statistic from the EPA: 10 percent of homes have leaks that waste 90 gallons or more every single day. Is your home one of them?

How do you fix a toilet leak?

While some leaks require the help of a professional, there are steps you can take at home to fix basic leaks. First, see if the flapper is the issue. The EPA recommends adding a drop of food coloring to the toilet bowl tank. If the coloring shows up in the bowl before you've flushed, you've got a leak. Make sure you flush within 20 minutes to avoid staining. Clean the valve in the tank and the area around it carefully. Replace the flapper valve if it shows signs of wear and tear or mineral deposits. If your toilet runs or you find you need to flush more than once to clear the bowl, call your plumber.

When is it time to replace a toilet?

If you have an older model toilet, every single flush is wasting water. The thought of replacing your toilet might make you wince, but in the long run you'll be saving money. In many areas of the U.S., rebates are offered to offset the cost of purchasing a new, efficient toilet. Check to see if a rebate is available where you live. Even if you foot the bill yourself, the toilet should pay for itself in a few years by saving you money on your water bill.

What kind of toilet should you look for?

Toilets that reduce water waste are labeled with a WaterSense seal, which means the fixture meets government standards of efficiency. While you're upgrading your bathroom, look into sink, bath and shower fixtures with the WaterSense label. Remember, even if your toilet isn't leaking, it's using more water than necessary if it isn't an efficient model. As you and your family focus on lowering your water bill, consider measures such as not flushing when the toilet only contains urine. It might not be a practice you want to adopt when guests are over, but between you and your family, it's a small step to take to conserve water.

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She had a great weekend hosting on Saturday Night Live, but Lena Dunham caused quite an uproar on Twitter after her gig. The Girls creator responded to some of her fans who talked about her nude sketch about Adam and Eve with the hilarious spin on her HBO series.

When a fan tweeted, "you don't always have to get naked," the 27-year-old star sure had a comeback.

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She quipped on the social media site, "Please tell that to my uncle, mister. He's been making me!"

That comment really got her followers in an uproar because it implied taboo topics like molestation and incest. As a result, Dunham quickly deleted the tweet and then had to write a few apologies on her account.

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I just made and deleted a not so great molestation joke. Sorry guys. I am really sleepy.

— Lena Dunham (@lenadunham) March 10, 2014

SNL has a way bigger audience than our usual cozy girls audience, so I was seeing a rash of very different kinds of twitter rage.

— Lena Dunham (@lenadunham) March 10, 2014

But I should know better, and do. Even naked girls get embarrassed. Sleep well and thanks for an amazing weekend.

— Lena Dunham (@lenadunham) March 10, 2014

Lena Dunham finally speaks out on Vogue photo scandal >>

It isn't easy being in the spotlight, but celebrities have to take into account that not everyone will find their humor funny. Since Dunham was so quick to see her mistake and pull down the offending tweet, she found a lot of supporters who applauded her.

@lenadunham It's okay - you are completely okay. Thumbs up on catching the slip. Here, have a second thumb up to go with it. x

— Brendan Maclean (@macleanbrendan) March 10, 2014

@lenadunham you're honestly so inspiring, the way you handle yourself on social media should definitely be emulated by others. Luv u girl

— jeri whateva (@RebelofNYC) March 10, 2014

It looks like Dunham knows how to control her own publicity and keep the fans in her court.

So, you see your favorite home blogger do a full DIY bathroom renovation in one week and think, "How hard can that really be?" Before you start wielding the hammer, smashing up tiles and ugly faux marble vanities like you're starring in your own version of Thor, reconsider if you really have the mad skills to make it work.

"We see a lot of DIY issues; that's what I fix the most," Scott admits.

Just because Sherry and John, the dynamic DIY duo behind the renovation blog Young House Love, can renovate their own bathrooms doesn't mean you should.

Know when to hire the pros.

The second biggest problem Scott sees? "I find that contractors, for the most part, are usually not designers. So they'll try to make design decisions that maybe aren't the best for you."

Scott went to school for both construction and design, but not all contractors have a similar background.

If design isn't your forte and you need help creating the look you want for your space, either make sure the contractor has some design experience or consult a designer, too.

One of the most important things you can do to avoid being ripped off is to thoroughly research your contractor before hiring him or her for the job.

It might be tempting to hire the dude you met at a home improvement store who promises he can renovate your bathroom for only $100, but it's important to research who you're hiring.

"Make sure that you're working with a contractor who is doing this as a career, and not just a one-off job, because if you ever have to have warranty work done, or you need to go back to them in the future, you want them to be around," Scott recommends.

"Look for contractors who set themselves up like a business; they have professional affiliations with the Better Business Bureau, and with maybe a home builders organization."

It's also important to make sure they are licensed, Scott says. "But understand that the city does not check to see that they're any good. All the city does is check to see that they don't have any lawsuits against them, and that they're bonded."

Before you bust out that checkbook, make sure the contractor meets the above criteria. "If a contractor is going to ask for money up front from you, they have to be bonded, or they have to be affiliated with the home builders organization," Scott warns. "They can't just ask for 100 grand up front if they're not bonded."

For more advice on how to find a contractor, check out Scott's Facebook page. He has a photo album titled "Scott Logic" where he shares his tips, titled "Who's Your Contractor," along with other helpful hints.

It's important to hire a contractor who's up to date on all the latest products and technology, otherwise you might end up with kitchen trends that were hip two decades ago. "If you're working with this contractor who has been doing this for 30 years, but has never stepped back inside a classroom, building science has changed, building technology has changed, and you need to be keeping up on all of that stuff," Scott explains. He frequently sees contractors who are unaware of new products that are on the market.

Your Pinterest "Dream Home" board might be filled with drool-worthy Carrara marble counter tops and glossy hardwood floors, but it's best to only pick products that are conducive to your lifestyle.

For example, Scott says if a family has a bunch of kids and big dogs and goes all out splurging on a new hardwood floor, "You know that floor is going to get trashed in a matter of a year or two."

He recommends researching products to find the best match for your space and lifestyle.

"Some of the engineered products will stand up a little bit better than solid wood," which Scott says might be a better match for families with kids and pets.

"There are laminate products that are basically indestructible — they're impervious to water, they don't scratch like hardwood, and are much denser than any species of hardwood — and you won't end up having to replace it before you sell the house. And if for some reason you, down the road, want to replace it, laminate is less expensive anyway."

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If you're a massive Miley Cyrus fan and you desperately want to meet her, please heed this as your warning — do not sneak into her dressing room!

The twerker may be making headlines for all the wrong reasons and causing a stir with her bizarre antics. However, she has proven to the world that she still has a legion of loyal fans who will do just about anything to meet her — even if it means slipping past security and sneaking into the "Wrecking Ball" hit maker's dressing room.

According to Entertainment Wise, this is what one obsessed fan named Tucker Salvesen did the day before Cyrus' Bangerz concert took place at the CenturyLink Center in Omaha, Nebraska, last week!

Salvesen was so excited for the opportunity to meet Cyrus that he snuck into her dressing room and left her a heartfelt note.

The note apparently reads, "I snuck back here I need to meet you. You have helped me so much your music has given me all the answers I was looking for when my heart got broke ... we went through the same thing @ the same time ... Miley I love you!!! Please let me meet you."

Although, in this case, it is really his own fault that he got caught because Salvesen was so proud of his behavior that he took to Twitter to share what he had done!

Clearly thinking he'd done nothing wrong, Salvesen took a picture of Cyrus' dressing room and posted it on her Twitter page to let her know she had a little surprise inside. He captioned the picture, "I snuck into your dressing room today in Omaha, there's a note in there for you."

However, instead of meeting his favorite pop star, Salvesen was left heartbroken, arrested and banned from the concert. According to Omaha TV station KETV, police spotted the 18-year-old when he turned up for the concert the next evening and arrested him before he was able to enjoy the show.

It just goes to show that no good comes from sneaking into your idol's dressing room uninvited!

Usually, we'd write several paragraphs of commentary and opinion peppered with a few wisecracks when reviewing a new video, but not this time. If you're a fan of Zach Galifianakis, Between Two Ferns, President Obama, humor — pretty much anything — you are going to love this.

It even has something for folks who aren't fans of Obama's. Stop what you're doing and watch this. It's guaranteed to be the best five minutes of your day.

As a bonus, we threw in the Between Two Ferns episodes Obama is referring to in this clip. (If you are not familiar with Between Two Ferns, don't tell anyone. Go to YouTube and get familiar. Now.)

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All you'll need is some felt, glue and scissors to make these adorable St. Patrick's Day magnets. This craft is simple enough for the littlest kids in the family, but older kids can get creative and make their own versions as well.

Supplies:

• Assorted colors of craft felt
• Scissors
• Pen or pencil
• Paper
• Self-stick magnets
• Glue*

*Note: Regular craft glue doesn't work well with felt. For best results, use a glue made specifically for fabric or felt.

Directions:

Cut out concentric semicircles for each color of the rainbow. Beginning with purple, make each ring 1/4 inch larger than the previous ring.

Glue the semicircles on top of each other, from largest to smallest. Once the glue is dry, apply a self-stick magnet to the back of the rainbow.

Directions:

Draw a pot on a piece of paper, then cut the pot out to use as a template. Cut out the pot by cutting around the template on black felt. Cut several small circles out of gold felt.

Glue the circles on top of each other in the shape of a triangle to make the gold coins. Glue the bottom edge of the gold coins behind the rim of the pot. Turn the felt over and apply a magnet to the back.

Directions:

Draw the shape of a shamrock on a piece of paper, then cut out the shape. Use the paper template to cut out a shamrock from green felt. Cut 2 smaller shamrocks that will layer on top of the larger shamrock. You can alternate colors if you like.

Glue the shamrock shapes on top of each other. Once the glue is dry, apply a magnet to the back of the shamrock.

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I'm one of those people who will happily drink iced coffee in the middle of winter. This winter it dropped to below zero, and I was still happily sipping away. That's why even though I love the traditional Irish coffee I wanted to give it a little spin. This iced Irish coffee gives you all the flavor of the hot version but with a coffee ice cube twist.

Iced Irish coffee with coffee ice cubes recipe

Yields 2

Ingredients:

• 32 ounces room-temperature coffee
• 2 tablespoons dark brown sugar
• 4 tablespoons Irish whiskey
• 4 tablespoons light cream

Directions:

1. Use 12 ounces of the coffee and fill an ice cube tray. Freeze the coffee cubes overnight.
2. Add brown sugar to the other half of the coffee and stir to combine. It might take awhile to combine but it should dissolve.
3. To each of 2 cocktail glasses, add a few coffee ice cubes, 2 tablespoons Irish whiskey and 2 tablespoons light cream.
4. Top with coffee and stir to combine.

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Josh Lucas is not afraid to show his softer side, and he freely admits that splitting from his wife Jessica Ciencin Henriquez in January of this year was one of the hardest and most heartbreaking things he's ever had to go through.

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The Little Accidents actor's wife just recently filed for divorce after less than two years of marriage. However, the couple's relationship was riddled with its highs and lows from the beginning, and one of the definite lows was when Henriquez revealed she was battling cervical cancer — something the couple faced together.

Lucas revealed to People magazine that divorce is truly something he wishes upon no one and that he and his former partner are trying to remain friends.

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"We have been through a divorce and divorce isn't something I would wish on my worst enemy," Lucas said. "Even when in our case we have managed to do it not only amicably but as — hopefully in the end — great friends, particularly because we have a young child that we both truly love."

Certainly, one of the most beautiful and positive things Lucas can take from his marriage is his 20-month-old son, Noah Rev Mauer, and fatherhood has changed the actor's life for the better. He revealed to People, "My becoming a father has changed absolutely everything in my life, period."

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Lucas continued, "I am more and more wanting to be a part of things that [are] playful and more the things I see my son really responding to and enjoying."