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Keeping portion size under control is easy when you make “Blueberry-Lemon Teasers.” Use convenient products—fresh blueberries, frozen pound cake, and instant pudding—and your little desserts are easy and quick to make. Get started by rinsing the blueberries then pat dry. Whip up the instant pudding and set it aside. Now make cake crumbs. One way to do it fast is to cut off about onethird of a 10.75-ounce frozen pound cake and, with the coarse side of a grater, grate crumbs into a bowl. Or chop the cake into pieces and pulse in a food processor until you have coarse crumbs. If you want to make crumbs from homemade cake, freeze it first for easier handling. To assemble the desserts, line up six small glasses and stack about two tablespoons each of the cake, the pudding and the fresh blueberries in the glasses; repeat until all the ingredients are used. A spoonful of whipped cream tops them off. Serve the “Blueberry-Lemon Teasers” immediately or cover with plastic wrap and refrigerate for up to 24 hours. Dessert is ready when you are and at just 172 calories per serving, you can kick back and enjoy a guilt-free dessert that delivers plenty of flavor with creamy texture and juicy blueberries in every bite. Summer is blueberry season and a good time to enjoy fresh blueberries every day. Blueberries can be found in supermarkets, superstores, farmers marke t s a n d roadside stands. At www.nabcblues.org/upick.htm or www.pickyourown.org you can find a list of U-Pick blueberry farms. For loads of blueberry recipes, nutrition information and more, go to www.blueberrycouncil.org. Women’s Lives Loved Warm-weather palate pleasers. BLUEBERRY-LEMON TEASERS 13⁄4 cups low-fat milk 1 package (3.4 ounces) instant lemon pudding mix 2 cups fresh blueberries 11⁄2 cups crumbs (about 4 ounces) from frozen reduced-fat pound cake 1 ⁄2 cup sweetened whipped cream In medium bowl with electric mixer or wire whisk, blend milk and pudding mix for 2 minutes; set aside for 5 minutes to set. Into six 6-ounce glasses, evenly divide half of the cake crumbs, pudding and blueberries; repeat. Cover and refrigerate until ready to serve. Just before serving, top with a swirl of whipped cream. Variations: Use other instant pudding flavors, such as vanilla, cheesecake, coconut or banana. Yield: 6 portions Per portion: 172 calories; 3.7 g protein; 35 g carbohydrates; 2.6 g total fat; 1.3 g saturated fat; 7 mg cholesterol; 303 mg sodium; 1.4 g dietary fiber. (NAPSA)—An intriguing book provides insights into women’s lives and friendships that many women—and the men who care about them—may find revealing. It’s the story of 11 ordinary women with an extraordinary bond. The Wall Street Journal’s “Moving On” columnist Jeffrey Zaslow, coauthor of “The Last Lecture,” chronicles their lives from their early days in the town of Ames, Iowa. They moved to eight different states, yet managed to maintain an enduring friendship that would carry them through college and careers, marriage and motherhood, dating and divorce, illnesses and even a mysterious death. The “girls” have a lifetime of memories, some evocative of their generation and others that will resonate with any woman who has ever had a friend. That’s important, according to research at the University of Missouri. It found that women who have a strong support system—a network of friends and family they call on for help—are more likely to have high self-esteem. This book can almost serve as a manual on developing, keeping and reviving friendships. Now available in paperback from Gotham Books, “The Girls From Ames” captures what it was like to be girls in the ’60s, to come of age in the ’70s and ’80s and enter middle age in the new millennium. To l e a r n m o r e , v i s i t w w w. girlsfromames.com. Colorful Home Decorating Ideas (NAPSA)—When you’re ready for a change, you can have a new home without changing your address. How? With paint. Homeowners looking to change up their decor have found that color trends in home design are deeply rooted in both “then” and “now.” The idea of decorating using colors that reflect the new and the old takes shape by showcasing classic, calming neutrals with a few energizing standout colors, such as bright pinks and yellows. The Colors of “Then”—For those looking to incorporate a more classic feel into their homes, neutrals such as deep gray-brown, muted and warm beiges and asphalt gray-blue are choices that work together to create environments that are calm and organic. Together, they allow for a merging of modern and rustic styles. Creamy whites, serene sea foam blue-green, pale butter and deep bronze-golds with metallic finishes provide a similar feeling, but can create a more refined and romantic space. The Colors of “Now”—Homeowners interested in giving their spaces a more dramatic pop can join the trend toward incorporating bright, vibrant colors into the home. Profound pinks and rusty oranges can be found playing against off-whites and stony grays to create a space that is sensual, eclectic and worldly. Playful yellows in combination with pure white and sleek black pack a punch and are great for the home decorator who isn’t afraid to make a bold statement. Whether you are looking to move or trying to improve, color and design can make all the difference. “Frivolous choices are a thing of the past,” says Dee Schlotter, paint color expert at The Voice of Color, PPG Pittsburgh Paints. “Today’s color trends have staying power. You renew instead of buying new. You choose sustainable colors with an environmental and economic awareness that’s becoming second nature for us all.” Whether you want to stick with the classic colors of then, the current colors of now or create your own style, you’ll want a high-quality paint brand that offers a variety of color choices. For example, PPG Pittsburgh Paints has nearly 2,000 colors, unique color palettes and yearly color trends. Learn More To learn more about the latest colors and trends and to find a nearby paint dealer, visit www.voiceofcolor.com.