Whether August means gearing up for the classroom, or the return to pre-holidays focus at the office, the next 31 days always seem to zoom by in a flash. Make the most of the final moments of Summer by orchestrating sensible budget, life, and career choices, but don't forget to have a little fun. Here are my tips for an amazing August. Read more

Don't let the sun set on Summer before you've had a chance to hit the beach! Many families enjoy the sand and surf during the day but end the season with an after-hours activity that will be memorable for your children — a bonfire! We've rounded up a few of Lil's favorite things to make the event easy on mom and fun for the youngsters. Check out our must haves! Read more

Isn't it crazy that August is already here? The first half of the year and Summer flew by! To make the most of the warm days that lie ahead, we plan on doing lots grilling and chilling in the great outdoors. But before we get the barbecue going, we'd like to share a few of our favorite things with you. Thus, without further adieu, here are our current culinary obsessions. Read more

Shake the sand out of your shoes and get ready for some back to school shopping! We've rounded up our favorite items that will help get you and your kiddos prepped before the bell rings! Whether it's your children's first year of classes or they are getting ready to graduate, lilsugar will be celebrating School Year's Resolutions all month long! Stay tuned for a fabulous giveaway! Enter to win Read more

It seems like June was just yesterday, but I blinked, and suddenly it's August! Since the first half of Summer flew by, I've resolved to relish the rest of it with more cookouts and get-togethers featuring my favorite warm-weather foods. To help max out the month, I'll be sure to have a few indispensable items within arm's reach. Keep reading to find out which items I can't live without right Read more

The dog days of Summer are upon us, and August is an exciting month this year. Not only is it a time for Summer vacations, but both the Beijing Olympics and Slow Food Nation are happening. Here's my list of everything you need to survive (and celebrate!) August in the most fabulous foodie style. Read more

I first became a fan of Ikea's Ung Drill Frame when I was searching for a photo prop for my wedding last August. Ornate, affordable, and very lightweight, I decided to paint the frame a pale peach and convert it into a chalkboard sign for guests to write messages on and hold in the photo booth. Since then, I swapped the peach for a charcoal gray and hung it in my kitchen. I noticed that other Read more

After purchasing a gorgeous Buff & Hensman home in August 2010, then-couple Ryan Reynolds and Scarlett Johansson extensively renovated this 1969-era modern gem, adding eco-friendly features including solar panels to the Los Feliz home. After that, as we well know, the couple sadly parted ways, leaving this gorgeous home in real estate limbo. Now, the home has popped up on the market, listed Read more

Hilary Duff stopped by a nail salon in LA yesterday. Her growing belly was on display in a striped top, but she has been showing off more wild maternity style since announcing the exciting news in August. Hilary, who is seven months pregnant with her first child, has been staying active with frequent workouts including regular trips to Piloxing class. She's not only focused on fitness though, Read more

Jeremy Renner reported to the set of The Bourne Legacy in the Philippines yesterday. He was joined by bodyguards and costar Edward Norton for a day of shooting at the Navotas Fish Port in Manila. Jeremy is taking over the lead role from Matt Damon, who starred in the first three films in the franchise. He won't be playing Matt's Jason Bourne, though, since he's being introduced as a new character Read more