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elcome to February --the month of hearts and flowers! We are excited to feature the beautiful actress, Lori Loughlin on this month's cover! Heather J. Taylor interviewed the talented and refreshingly down to earth actress, who currently stars in a new Hallmark television series, When Calls the Heart. Read Taylor's article to learn more about Loughlin's Hollywood life, her family, and her health and beauty secrets. You probably know that February is American Heart Health Month, but did you know that heart disease is the number one killer of women in the U.S.? Learn how to take care of your heart and Celebrate National Wear Red Day (www.goredforwomen.org) on February 7 to raise awareness in the fight against heart disease in women. It's fortunate for those who live here, that Houston is the home of women's heart health advocate, Dr. Stephanie Coulter, St. Luke’s Director of the Texas Heart Institute’s Center for Women’s Heart and Vascular Health. Read Hollis Hood's interview to learn about the important work that Dr. Coulter is doing to save lives at one of the nation's leading heart facilities, Texas Heart Institute. Many Houstonians know Toni Whitaker, the very talented designer who has created gorgeous theater costumes and stunning apparel for some of Houston's Best Dressed women. Whitaker decided to pay it forward and founded Houston Incubator Project, (HIP) a nonprofit organization dedicated to supporting and mentoring local entrepreneurs in the fashion industry. Read Michelle Leigh Smith's article about Whitaker, and the wonderful project which sprang forth from Whitaker's desire to make a difference. In honor of Valentine's Day we've included great articles designed to enhance your love life including, "8 Tips For A More Loving Relationship With Your Partner" an excellent and very useful article written by communications expert, author, and coach, Sylvia Haskvitz, RD, MA. Share it with your partner and put it on the refrigerator as a reminder to use the tools Haskvitz recommends! Chocolate lovers, be sure to check out Central Market's Chocolate Fest, February 5-18! In honor of the occasion, we've included a delicious recipe for Flourless Chocolate Cake from Central Market for you to bake at home. And to close, I leave you with the words of the late, great and very lovable Lucille Ball, "Love yourself first and everything else falls into line. You really have to love yourself to get anything done in this world." Wishing you and yours a sweet February!
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