They often urge us to come in every six weeks, yell at us for washing our hair too much or damaging our beautiful locks with styling tools. But overall, their job is to make us beautiful and give us a boost of confidence.

As Valentine's Day approaches, I'm making sure my best heart socks are clean and my favorite red blouse is pressed and ready so I can adequately express my love for a day of love. I'll be at work for most of that day this year, so I'm also thinking about the best ways to celebrate without encroaching on my coworkers' personal space. Air hugs only, Allison. Air hugs.

I do really love my coworkers, though, so if I can't give everyone a big ol' squeeze, how can I appropriately show them some affection? Here's what I've come up with…

Awww, it's not his fault, folks! And, your weatherpersons are not to blame either. So, while you may feel some hostility toward the messengers of more muckiness ahead, maybe you should send a warm message of appreciation instead.

Here in Michigan, we've had a bit of a rough start to spring. Last week it actually snowed—with accumulation. Even our most devoted winter enthusiasts were not impressed!

This slow transformation has us all gazing out our windows in anticipation: a sprig of green here; a flash of sunshine there… signs of hope! And inspiration for planning some ideas for getting outside when the weather does finally show its fairer side.

It’s Halloween. You’re dressed up, you have a bagful of treats, and your office is buzzing with activity. Amid all this festivity, what could possibly be missing?

Well, for one, there’s Halloween Bingo. If you aren’t playing, then you definitely aren’t getting the most out of the one day when you’re most likely to see a pirate, eat tons of candy, and scare your boss—all within a few hours’ time!