It's human nature to want to be close to the people we care about, but for the people we really love — well, it's hard to keep our hands off them! Valentine's Day is almost here, so keep reading to find out how all those extra hugs and kisses can benefit your health. Read more

Editor's note: The following is a guest post written by Darcy Miller, celebrations expert and editorial director of Martha Stewart Weddings. With Valentine's Day upon us, Darcy shares some original — and sweet! — crafts she and her three girls put together for the holiday. With three little girls — Pipa, Ella, and Daisy — who adore all things hearts and sweets, Valentine's Day is always a Read more

Maybe it stems from early memories of classroom-wide Valentine's Day card-exchanging sessions, but I've never pigeon-holed the holiday as a day for lovers. I like to think of it as a day to indulge the people that you care about, and what better way to indulge them than with a small soiree to celebrate the occasion? With the abundance of hearts, sweets, and the color pink associated with this Read more

This Valentine's Day isn't just about lovers: show your pet how much you care with a Valentine's Day-themed treat. Both edible and wearable, our picks let your pet wear his heart on his sleeve! Source: Thinkstock Read more

Even if Valentine's Day really isn't your thing, there's no reason to sit inside and sulk on Feb. 14. Use this day as an excuse to get a bunch of really fun people together and have an anti-Valentine's Day party. Watch a couple of Judd Apatow comedies, play board games or cards, and munch on the richest, messiest, most unromantic foods you can think of because, well, who cares if you enter a food Read more

Jennifer Garner hit the beach in LA with her daughters Violet and Seraphina yesterday. The little ones played in the sand while Jennifer caught up with a girlfriend. Jennifer's been on the go all week, taking care of her kids and readying her home for the arrival of her and Ben Affleck's third child. She also took to blogging in order to draw attention to her and Julianne Moore's Save the Read more

Jennifer Garner and Ben Affleck went their separate ways in LA yesterday afternoon. He was out near their Brentwood home taking care of the family dog, while Jennifer covered her baby bump and headed off to grocery shop at a nearby store. The couple are gearing up for the arrival of their third child, but Jen's been getting active on behalf of one of her favorite organizations, Save the Children. Read more

George Clooney was happy to try on both goofy and handsome looks for the Oscars issue of the LA Times Magazine with Viola Davis on the cover, which is out on Sunday. The accompanying article is focused on George the prankster and chronicles everything from friends who have been on the receiving end of his famous cons to what he's careful about when choosing his targets. George recently said he's Read more

Reese Witherspoon looks stunning in Giorgio Armani on the cover of Elle's February issue. She's prepping for the release of This Means War next month after closing out a big 2011 that included her wedding to Jim Toth. Reese opened up about meeting her now husband and how he changed her views on marrying again in the publication. She also shared her embarrassment over making so much money. Here's Read more

David Beckham ran out to a store in London on Christmas Eve yesterday, perhaps taking care of some final holiday shopping before the big day. The Beckhams are in England to spend Christmas with family, and depending on David's soccer plans next year, they may soon be relocating from LA back overseas. Apparently David's deal with Paris Saint-Germain is basically set, which means a possible move Read more