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• Why Selena Gomez’s Song “Come And Get It” Makes Me Cringe

  We listen to all types of music here at The Heatley Cliff: Eminem, Daft Punk, The National, Beyoncé and Damien Rice get...The post Why Selena Gomez’s Song “Come And Get It” Makes Me Cringe appeared first on HelloGiggles.

  0:0 Released at 7:00pm on Monday, 17 June, 2013

• My Heart Is As Empty As My DVR

  I have a slight TV addiction problem. Is slight and addiction in the same sentence an oxymoron? Probably. But still, I watch...The post My Heart Is As Empty As My DVR appeared first on HelloGiggles.

  0:0 Released at 12:00pm on Monday, 10 June, 2013

• Saying No Does Not Make You A Terrible Person

  Even the Grinchiest of Grinches deep down inside, wants to be liked and accepted. The most hardcore, tatted up, ‘Eff you, I...The post Saying No Does Not Make You A Terrible Person appeared first on HelloGiggles.

  0:23 Released at 7:00pm on Monday, 3 June, 2013

• The Best Friend Check List

  For those of you who listen to The Heatley Cliff podcast, you will know that Sheryl and I are NSLPs (Non-Sexual Life...The post The Best Friend Check List appeared first on HelloGiggles.

  0:0 Released at 7:00am on Monday, 27 May, 2013

• 10 People I Am (Sometimes) Jealous Of… Even Though I Know I Shouldn’t Be

  My Yoga Instructor My yoga teacher is amazing. I am in awe of how strong her body is and how fluidly she...The post 10 People I Am (Sometimes) Jealous Of… Even Though I Know I Shouldn’t Be appeared first on HelloGiggles.

  0:0 Released at 8:00am on Monday, 20 May, 2013

• Connecting With Your Inner Gandhi Is Super Hard

  They say that you always hurt the ones you love the most, and man, ain’t that the truth. Everyone gets annoyed. Everyone...The post Connecting With Your Inner Gandhi Is Super Hard appeared first on HelloGiggles.

  0:0 Released at 10:00am on Monday, 6 May, 2013

• To TV Binge or Not to TV Binge: ‘Hemlock Grove’ Edition

  This is Netflix’s newest model: binge watching, based on the notion that fans of a TV show will eat up an entire...The post To TV Binge or Not to TV Binge: ‘Hemlock Grove’ Edition appeared first on HelloGiggles.

  0:0 Released at 8:00am on Monday, 29 April, 2013

• Tips On Bringing Out Your Inner Francaise (French Woman)

  American women are slightly obsessed with the way that Frenchwomen navigate their lives. There are the best selling books French Women Don’t...The post Tips On Bringing Out Your Inner Francaise (French Woman) appeared first on HelloGiggles.

  0:0 Released at 7:00am on Monday, 22 April, 2013

• School Suspends 5-Year-Old For Having Mohwak: A Mom’s Perspective

  This week, I am taking a little break from my normal posts relating to the Heatley Cliff (although you can listen to...The post School Suspends 5-Year-Old For Having Mohwak: A Mom’s Perspective appeared first on HelloGiggles.

  0:29 Released at 10:00am on Thursday, 11 April, 2013

• How To Travel Like A Rock Star On An Indie Budget

  One of the great ironies in my life is that now, when I have the money to do all the traveling I...The post How To Travel Like A Rock Star On An Indie Budget appeared first on HelloGiggles.

  0:22 Released at 8:00am on Monday, 8 April, 2013

• On Gratitude, Being Thankful And Appreciating What You Have

  Dear Me, I felt I had to write to you (me) because lately, there’s been an abundance of eye rolling, a general...The post On Gratitude, Being Thankful And Appreciating What You Have appeared first on HelloGiggles.

  0:0 Released at 7:00am on Monday, 1 April, 2013

• So You Want To Be A (Published) Writer: Here’s How

  When people ask me what I do and I reply that I am a writer, one of three things are generally said:...The post So You Want To Be A (Published) Writer: Here’s How appeared first on HelloGiggles.

  0:0 Released at 10:00am on Monday, 25 March, 2013

• You Still Have The Heart Of An Adventurer

  Once upon a time – maybe 20 years ago, maybe 10, maybe you can even measure it in months, but once upon...The post You Still Have The Heart Of An Adventurer appeared first on HelloGiggles.

  0:0 Released at 8:00am on Monday, 18 March, 2013

• The Perks Of Being An Optimist

  I am a half glass full type of gal. I don’t think I’m annoying about it. I don’t think I’m an “EVERYTHING...The post The Perks Of Being An Optimist appeared first on HelloGiggles.

  0:0 Released at 8:00am on Monday, 11 March, 2013

• How To Meet A Movie Star

  Do you have “meet a movie star” on your bucket list? Do you ever fantasize that you will find yourself suddenly sitting...The post How To Meet A Movie Star appeared first on HelloGiggles.

  0:0 Released at 8:00am on Monday, 4 March, 2013

• I Will Work On Being A Better Listener If You Work On Saying More Interesting Things

  This week at The Heatley Cliff, Sher and I talk about how to be a better listener. Sher is a nurse. She...The post I Will Work On Being A Better Listener If You Work On Saying More Interesting Things appeared first on HelloGiggles.

  0:0 Released at 8:00am on Monday, 25 February, 2013

• Quiz: Are You a Nerd?

  My 14-year-old will tell you: I am not cool. This is not a new development. I have never been cool. I was...The post Quiz: Are You a Nerd? appeared first on HelloGiggles.

  0:22 Released at 5:00am on Monday, 18 February, 2013

• How To Beat Our Sugar Addiction

  Oh, friends, I know you just rolled your eyes at this headline. Addiction is a strong word. It sounds melodramatic. It sounds...The post How To Beat Our Sugar Addiction appeared first on HelloGiggles.

  0:21 Released at 9:00am on Monday, 11 February, 2013

• How To Decorate Your House ‘Downton’ Style

  As our long time readers and listeners know, the Heatley Cliff is a pretend English manor, and while we do have a...The post How To Decorate Your House ‘Downton’ Style appeared first on HelloGiggles.

  0:24 Released at 6:30am on Monday, 4 February, 2013

• How To Be Strong

  As a child, it never occurred to me to be strong, only brave. At the time, bravery meant squinching up my eyes...The post How To Be Strong appeared first on HelloGiggles.

  0:28 Released at 2:26pm on Monday, 28 January, 2013

• The Best Movie Of Last Year Is One You’ve Never Heard Of (Unless You’re French)

  The Oscars are my favorite holiday; I love everything about them. I love the pomp and circumstance, I love the clothes, the civility, when...The post The Best Movie Of Last Year Is One You’ve Never Heard Of (Unless You’re French) appeared first on HelloGiggles.

  0:4 Released at 7:00am on Monday, 14 January, 2013

• ‘The Order Of The Pheonix’ VS Any Superhero Ever

  Sher and I are dedicated PottHeads. Is that what people who love Harry Potter call themselves? Now that I read that, probably...The post ‘The Order Of The Pheonix’ VS Any Superhero Ever appeared first on HelloGiggles.

  0:22 Released at 6:00am on Monday, 7 January, 2013

• Resolve To Be Better

  In general, I have found that most New Year’s resolutions are born out of a desire for a “better” life. I can...The post Resolve To Be Better appeared first on HelloGiggles.

  0:27 Released at 9:00am on Monday, 31 December, 2012

• Romantic Movies To Inspire You/Wallow In

  Are you enjoying a Christmas break? We are happily having some time off here at The Heatley Cliff. Helen Mirren (our housekeeper)...The post Romantic Movies To Inspire You/Wallow In appeared first on HelloGiggles.

  0:26 Released at 7:00am on Monday, 24 December, 2012

• Which Avenger Are You?

  Short answer, if you’re a woman: NONE OF THEM. Am I supposed to be pleased that in the pantheon that comprises Super...The post Which Avenger Are You? appeared first on HelloGiggles.

  0:20 Released at 10:00am on Monday, 17 December, 2012

• A Very Merry Downton Christmas!

  Admittedly, I have gone rather off topic in the last few posts. But today we return to our beloved Heatley Cliff, which...The post A Very Merry Downton Christmas! appeared first on HelloGiggles.

  0:28 Released at 5:00am on Tuesday, 11 December, 2012

• (My) Real Housewives Family (For Real)

  I would never call myself an intellectual. I read, yes, but I prefer fiction to non-fiction. I watch Ken Burns’ documentaries, but...The post (My) Real Housewives Family (For Real) appeared first on HelloGiggles.

  0:26 Released at 6:00am on Monday, 3 December, 2012

• A Letter To a 14-Year-Old Daughter

  Dear 14-year-old, Right now you are upstairs in your room thinking that life is completely and totally unfair. The whole world is...The post A Letter To a 14-Year-Old Daughter appeared first on HelloGiggles.

  0:25 Released at 10:00am on Monday, 26 November, 2012

• Nobody Likes A Drunk (Lady)

  Last week, we all had a good old laugh here at The Heatley Cliff watching Saturday Night Live. Universally, Weekend Update is...The post Nobody Likes A Drunk (Lady) appeared first on HelloGiggles.

  0:24 Released at 11:00am on Monday, 19 November, 2012

• 10 Ways To Know You Are In Love (For Sure)

  Today, in honor of being on my honeymoon with the love of my life, I felt compelled to compile this list. The...The post 10 Ways To Know You Are In Love (For Sure) appeared first on HelloGiggles.

  0:21 Released at 8:00am on Monday, 12 November, 2012

• Life B.S. (Before Starbucks)

  Friends, cast your mind far, far back, into the distant past… before Starbucks. Can you remember this time? Some of you might...The post Life B.S. (Before Starbucks) appeared first on HelloGiggles.

  0:23 Released at 9:00am on Monday, 5 November, 2012

• Stingy Jack, Soul Cakes and All Saints: The Truth About Halloween

  Halloween is my absolute favorite holiday, and we go all out here at the Heatley Cliff. The entire manor is decorated from...The post Stingy Jack, Soul Cakes and All Saints: The Truth About Halloween appeared first on HelloGiggles.

  0:22 Released at 5:12am on Monday, 29 October, 2012

• We Mourn Like Fingerprints

  There was a death in the family on my wedding day. Although I had prayed to the wedding gods concerning several things...The post We Mourn Like Fingerprints appeared first on HelloGiggles.

  0:26 Released at 8:00am on Monday, 22 October, 2012

• A Prayer To The Wedding Gods…

  As my upcoming nuptials approach, I beseech you, the Wedding Gods, for divine intervention so that I, the bride to be, don’t...The post A Prayer To The Wedding Gods… appeared first on HelloGiggles.

  0:28 Released at 6:00am on Monday, 15 October, 2012

• Why I Will Always Be A Girl Scout (Even Though I Never Was One)

  Here at the Heatley Cliff, we love a good uniform. We also love themes and categories and personal challenges. This is why...The post Why I Will Always Be A Girl Scout (Even Though I Never Was One) appeared first on HelloGiggles.

  0:24 Released at 9:00am on Monday, 8 October, 2012

• “Why Are You In Such A Bad Mood?”

  There are few phrases in the English language that can take me from 0 to 60 in under 2 seconds. Luckily, I...The post “Why Are You In Such A Bad Mood?” appeared first on HelloGiggles.

  0:25 Released at 9:00am on Monday, 1 October, 2012

• 10 Reasons Why I Should Probably Get A Birkin Bag

  I am not Paris Hilton. Clearly. In fact, when not at The Heatley Cliff, I am an average, everyday lady. And what...The post 10 Reasons Why I Should Probably Get A Birkin Bag appeared first on HelloGiggles.

  0:26 Released at 6:00am on Monday, 24 September, 2012

• 10 Reasons Why I Should Probably Get A Rolex

  Anyone who listens to our podcast from the Heatley Cliff knows that I have a great love (bordering on obsession) for clocks....The post 10 Reasons Why I Should Probably Get A Rolex appeared first on HelloGiggles.

  0:29 Released at 7:00am on Monday, 17 September, 2012

• Random Things You Should Know As Lady Of The Manor

  A couple weeks ago, I posted about some things we thought everyone should know. Scratch that. I posted practical ho hum things....The post Random Things You Should Know As Lady Of The Manor appeared first on HelloGiggles.

  0:25 Released at 8:00am on Monday, 10 September, 2012

• Art Deco-rate

  People have been buzzing about Baz Lurhman’s new adaptation of The Great Gatsby in 3D. Honestly, friends, I was never a fan...The post Art Deco-rate appeared first on HelloGiggles.

  0:24 Released at 7:00am on Monday, 3 September, 2012

• Random Things Grown Ups Should Know

  Recently I wrote about my complicated relationship with Martha Stewart. Martha likes to talk about Good Things in her magazine. Her crafty...The post Random Things Grown Ups Should Know appeared first on HelloGiggles.

  0:29 Released at 8:00am on Monday, 27 August, 2012

• Do You Want A Spanking?

  Despite our lavish surroundings here at the Heatley Cliff, I am not a snob and I am certainly not a prude. When...The post Do You Want A Spanking? appeared first on HelloGiggles.

  0:21 Released at 8:00am on Monday, 20 August, 2012

• Martha Stewart Might Be An Alien

  Martha Stewart is not perfect. She has, after all, been to prison. But besides that glaringly obvious black mark on her reputation,...The post Martha Stewart Might Be An Alien appeared first on HelloGiggles.

  0:31 Released at 9:00am on Monday, 13 August, 2012

• I Hate All Sports But Somehow Love The Olympics

  The Tele has been on for days darlings, it’s true. We do many things at the Heatley Cliff, many Manor-like Masterpiece Theatre...The post I Hate All Sports But Somehow Love The Olympics appeared first on HelloGiggles.

  0:24 Released at 7:00am on Monday, 6 August, 2012

• Modern Manor Living Housekeeping Lesson : How to Make Your Bed feel like You live in an English Manor

  Here at The Heatley Cliff we have the luxury of having our amazing staff make our beds and maintain us in the...The post Modern Manor Living Housekeeping Lesson : How to Make Your Bed feel like You live in an English Manor appeared first on HelloGiggles.

  0:32 Released at 7:00am on Friday, 3 August, 2012

• Why Robert Downey Jr. Would Make An Amazing Pretend Butler

  When we created the Heatley Cliff, our intention was to imagine a perfect escape. A place that suited our tastes, our sensibilities,...The post Why Robert Downey Jr. Would Make An Amazing Pretend Butler appeared first on HelloGiggles.

  0:34 Released at 8:00am on Monday, 23 July, 2012

• Dear Lizzie

  Dear Lizzie, We here at The Heatley Cliff are fond admirers of you and your reign. Moreover, after doing some research on...The post Dear Lizzie appeared first on HelloGiggles.

  0:35 Released at 6:00am on Monday, 9 July, 2012

• What Is It About Bad Girls?

  Yesterday, we said goodbye to all of our guests after another one of our very successful dinner parties here at the Heatley...The post What Is It About Bad Girls? appeared first on HelloGiggles.

  0:38 Released at 5:00am on Monday, 2 July, 2012

• Respect the Power of Your Words

  While doing research for this week’s topic on female authors, it became so apparent to me how the power of words both...The post Respect the Power of Your Words appeared first on HelloGiggles.

  0:33 Released at 8:00am on Monday, 25 June, 2012

• Art History: The Ultimate Boys Club

  What do people mean when they say that something or someone needs “a woman’s touch”? I understand it to mean that the...The post Art History: The Ultimate Boys Club appeared first on HelloGiggles.

  0:31 Released at 7:00am on Tuesday, 19 June, 2012

• Boo, I Was Wrong About Your Royal Doulton Figurines

  Here at The Heatley Cliff, we are all about Modern Manor Living. And part of living this lifestyle is being able to...The post Boo, I Was Wrong About Your Royal Doulton Figurines appeared first on HelloGiggles.

  0:26 Released at 6:00am on Monday, 11 June, 2012

• How To Get What You Want From Your Pretend Boyfriend – Part 2

  We got a lot of love when we posted about how our pretend boyfriends treated us.  I guess it really isn’t a...The post How To Get What You Want From Your Pretend Boyfriend – Part 2 appeared first on HelloGiggles.

  0:39 Released at 6:00am on Monday, 4 June, 2012

• Nora Roberts: Agent Provacateur

  Shades of Grey? I haven’t read it, but I hear it’s saucy. Saucy is probably too tame a word, but it sounds so...The post Nora Roberts: Agent Provacateur appeared first on HelloGiggles.

  0:28 Released at 7:00am on Monday, 28 May, 2012

• Lip Service

  Between Amy and myself, I am definitely the make-up addict. I love the colours, the combinations and the way a perfect pout...The post Lip Service appeared first on HelloGiggles.

  0:33 Released at 10:00am on Monday, 21 May, 2012

• WWCD? or What Would Coco Do?

  Nothing I do is effortless. This is hard to admit to you all, because I so badly want to be that woman...The post WWCD? or What Would Coco Do? appeared first on HelloGiggles.

  0:36 Released at 5:00am on Monday, 14 May, 2012

• So, how about ‘Game of Thrones’?

  This week, we’re focusing not so much on our topic of this week’s podcast but on a show that has captured our...The post So, how about ‘Game of Thrones’? appeared first on HelloGiggles.

  0:30 Released at 7:48am on Monday, 7 May, 2012

• Heidi Klum – Kitchen Maid

  We hope that by now you are familiar with us at The Heatley Cliff.  We certainly consider you a friend.  We created...The post Heidi Klum – Kitchen Maid appeared first on HelloGiggles.

  0:38 Released at 4:00am on Monday, 30 April, 2012

• Tea Parties Are Not For Sissies.

  We have talked before at length (some  might even say ad nauseam) about our great love for tea here at the Heatley...The post Tea Parties Are Not For Sissies. appeared first on HelloGiggles.

  0:27 Released at 6:00am on Monday, 23 April, 2012

• Hostessing Tips – Creating The Perfect Bar For Your Home

  At The Heatley Cliff, we are all about Modern Manor Living. And part of that is being a well prepared hostess who...The post Hostessing Tips – Creating The Perfect Bar For Your Home appeared first on HelloGiggles.

  0:31 Released at 6:07am on Monday, 16 April, 2012

• Notes on Nurturing Your Inner “Linus”

  This week on the podcast, we are talking about Pendleton and our mad love for the iconic brand.  Sometimes we do a...The post Notes on Nurturing Your Inner “Linus” appeared first on HelloGiggles.

  0:29 Released at 6:00am on Monday, 9 April, 2012

• The Truth about being a Mistress.

  This week we take a plunge into the realm of famous mistresses in history. Not because we’re glorifying adultery or the objectifying...The post The Truth about being a Mistress. appeared first on HelloGiggles.

  0:38 Released at 8:00am on Monday, 2 April, 2012

• I Am A Knitter And So Can You!

  I am constantly amazed at how interested everyone seems to be about the origins of their food, myself included.  Organic, free range...The post I Am A Knitter And So Can You! appeared first on HelloGiggles.

  0:22 Released at 8:00am on Monday, 26 March, 2012

• Why Jordan Catalano Always Wore Plaid

  This season of The Heatley Cliff, we have taken a bit more of an “educational exploration” vibe. We wanted to bring you...The post Why Jordan Catalano Always Wore Plaid appeared first on HelloGiggles.

  0:34 Released at 7:00am on Monday, 19 March, 2012

• Finding The Right China Pattern For You

  At home, I must admit, I’m all about the Pottery Barn plain white dishes.  Between the kids and dog, friends of kids...The post Finding The Right China Pattern For You appeared first on HelloGiggles.

  0:29 Released at 7:30am on Monday, 12 March, 2012

• You may say I’m a dreamer, but I’m not the only one

  Each week, Amy and I write about the topics that inspire and interest us from a world of our complete imagination. As...The post You may say I’m a dreamer, but I’m not the only one appeared first on HelloGiggles.

  0:33 Released at 8:04am on Monday, 5 March, 2012

• Your Life As A Lady

  Every wonder what your life would be like as an honest to goodness Lady? Sher and I did, that’s why we created...The post Your Life As A Lady appeared first on HelloGiggles.

  0:36 Released at 8:00am on Monday, 27 February, 2012

• The Couch: Episode 1 with Special Guest Haylie Duff

  “HelloGiggles presents The Couch” is a bi-weekly podcast hosted by Jensen Karp (Gallery1988, Hot Karl, SModcast) & HelloGiggles co-founder Sophia Rossi, two...The post The Couch: Episode 1 with Special Guest Haylie Duff appeared first on HelloGiggles.

  0:1 Released at 7:30am on Thursday, 26 January, 2012