Beverly Bright
Beverly worked in Architectural drafting/design for 40 years (industrial/commercial) and owned her own business for 17 years. Retired, loving life in the country! Beverly enjoys learning, research, and has a zest for truth and common sense.
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4 Rules to Avoid Family Business IssuesFamily business success is assured, if simple rules of fair play are practiced. Issues will be almost non-existent.
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When Retirement Leaves You UnderfundedFew people have enough money to fulfill retirement dreams. The rest of us learn to live on much less. -
The 10 Commandments of Good BusinessA successful business is necessary to have any money to manage! These 10 Commandments of Good Business almost guarantee economical success.Also published on:
- Yahoo! US Your Wisdom
- Yahoo! US Shine Blog
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Saving Money on LaundrySaving money while drying clothing is possible by making a few slight changes in laundry day routines.
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Family Owned Business or Business Owned Family?Does the family run the business, or does the business run the family? There is a difference.
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The Advantages of Working for a Small BusinessThere are many advantages of working for a small business that cannot be found in a larger corporate atmosphere.
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Small Business Succession to the Next GenerationPassing my small business down to the next generation required a decision. Was I willing to step out of the business and let someone else run it?
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Payday for the Small Business OwnerA paycheck for the small business owner can sometimes be elusive. For the owner, payday does not always come on Friday.
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Where No Money Down Loans Are Still AvailableThe USDA offers a program for first-time homeowners and people without homes to purchase with no money down. -
First Person: What to Do with Your Tax Refund MoneyA sound financial plan for spending income tax return money can accomplish more than one objective and bring peace of mind at the same time. -
The Correlation Between Money and ObesityObesity costs a lot of money to an individual and the country. Adult and child obesity are a national concern. More than 60% of American people were overweight or obese, as of 2009. (CDC) -
Baking Bread - Depression Era Tip for Saving MoneyBaking bread at home was a way of saving money by the Depression Era people. The bread machine of today, makes savings even easier. -
Money Management Lessons from My Depression-Era ParentsThe money management methods of 'pinching pennies' from the people living through the Great Depression never appealed to me. I found out later that my parents were right. -
Women and BusinessA woman in business has natural abilities that make her a valuable asset to any company. Businesswomen should use their unique talents and abilities rather than competing with men. -
Finding Free Tax Preparation for the Elderly and MilitaryThe Internal Revenue Service (IRS), through the Volunteer Income Tax Assistance Program (VITA) and the Tax Counseling for the Elderly (TCE), offers free tax form preparation and E-filing. -
Free Tax Preparations and Free E-filing in Tulsa, OklahomaFree tax preparations for federal and state taxes and free E-filing will be available to Tulsa County residents, once again, by CAP (Community Action Project).
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Finding or Creating a JobCreate a job. What is wrong with a butcher, a baker, or a candlestick maker?
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Christmas Holiday Shopping 2010There are ways to cut costs and lessen Holiday shopping stress. Here are some tips that can make Christmas shopping more enjoyable.
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Money Management Tips for WomenBad money decisions by women undermine the independence of today's modern woman. -
Every Small Business Needs a WebsiteAny small business needs a website presence on the Internet for new clients and customers.
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Actions and Legal Notifications Following the Death of a SpouseThe following is a comprehensive list of actions required after the death of a spouse.
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Preventing Driver's License Theft of the DeceasedTo assure that the driver's license of a deceased person is not stolen and used for fraud, it is important to notify the proper state agency of the death.
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Identity Theft Protection for the DeceasedIdentity thieves are despicable when they steal (and use) the credit information of a deceased person.
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Non-Profit Charities Could Lose Tax-Exempt Status325,000 non-profit organizations could lose their tax-exempt status on October 15, 2010. Take steps now to become compliant with the IRS. -
College Textbooks Half Price or LessResearch places to locate college textbooks for half price or less. -
Increase Your Miles Per Gallon (MPG)There are ways to increase miles per gallon, save on gasoline consumption, and normal vehicle maintenance. -
Rip-Off Artists Aim for the AgedIt's important for children to help protect their older parents from fraud. One in five senior citizens have been victimized by a financial swindle. -
Dealing with a Disrespectful EmployeeEvery boss must deal with a disrespectful employee at some time. Here are some thoughts and actions to avoid this unpleasant situation. -
Telephone Etiquette in the OfficeGood telephone etiquette in an office is one of the most important tools for good business. -
Energy Savings While Washing ClothingReducing water consumption and water temperature will create the most savings while doing the family laundry. -
Appliances that Use Power When Turned OffInstant-on or standby appliances use five to ten percent of household costs. They can be found all over the modern home.
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Money Saving Tips for Clothes DryersA huge cost savings can be made by slight changes in laundry day procedures with clothes dryers.
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Changing from a National Bank to a Local Bank or Credit UnionMany people are making the decision to leave the large national banks. Opening checking and savings accounts in local banks and credit unions can lead to savings. -
Tips to Starting a Successful Family BusinessA family business can be successful. Small family businesses are the majority of producers in the United States. Here are some tips to planning a family business.
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Business Startup: Building a Business PlanMore people today than ever before are considering starting their own business. Building a plan is essential. Most businesses fail because the prospective owner did not do the necessary planning before "opening the doors."
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Money Worries Affects RelationshipsFighting about money does not have to be part of a marriage or a relationship. -
Staff Meetings: Are They Really Necessary?People dread staff meetings. The meetings tend to be boring, lengthy, negative and a waste of time for a lot of employees sitting in a room around a table. These types of staff meetings are not necessary. -
Firing Employees - Some SuggestionsThere are several steps that need to be taken before firing an employee. -
Does a Small Business Need a CPA?How do you know if you need a Certified Public Account for your small business? Most people think using a CPA is for large corporations. Think again! -
Small Business Finances During Economic or Seasonal DownturnsIt is important to know the financial priorities of a small business when work slows down and money gets tight. -
Small Service Business - To Incorporate or Not?In starting a small service business, one consideration is whether to incorporate a business or form a Limited Liability Corporation (LLC).
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How to Figure Overhead for a Small Service BusinessMany people start a small service business without a clue how to figure overhead expenses. I spent time making a business plan, checking competition in the market, and doing everything the brochures from the local Chamber of Commerce said to do.
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Debt Collection for a Small Service BusinessThere are actions a small service business owner can take that helps eliminate debt collection problems with account receivables.
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Repeat Clients for Small Service BusinessesThere are simple ways to develop long-term clients. Here are three suggestions.
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Employee Performance in Small BusinessAnyone running a small business understands there are many ways to lose money. One of which is lack of employee production. -
Meet the Magic ConeThe Magic Cone is a tool that allows a woman to pee standing up.
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Living with the Gray SquirrelSquirrels are pretty much everywhere. The fox squirrel is the "city" dweller, and the gray squirrel is the "country cousin." -
Weight Loss Program Unsuccessful?So many weight loss programs, diets, exercise programs are not successful. Is it the diet plan or the prople that fail?
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Pisces Gardening and FoodPisces demands organic gardens and foods. -
Aquarius Gardening and FoodAquarius prefers easy care plants in gardening and "snack and run" food. -
Capricorn Gardening and FoodCapricorn likes simple and earthy gardening and food. -
Scorpio Gardening and FoodScorpio gardening and foods are dominated by fall and winter crops. -
Libra Gardening and FoodLibra gardening and food share fantasy and beauty. -
Virgo Gardening and FoodVirgo gardening and food preferences reflect their creative and sensitive natures. -
Leo Gardening and FoodLeo as a gardener and foodie wants the absolute best of everything! -
Sagittarius Gardening and FoodSagittarius ends the fall and is partial to plants that grow bigger. Ruled by Jupiter, the largest planet in the solar system, Sagittarius will prefer larger plants. -
Gemini Gardening and FoodThe Gemini gardener and cook is always on the go, thirsty for knowledge and new experiences. -
Taurus Gardening and FoodThe Taurus gardener loves to feel the earth under their feet and prefers comfort foods. -
Aries Gardening and FoodThe Aries gardener loves spicy, invigorating plants and foods. -
Gardening and Food for People Born Under the Cancer Sun SignRuled by the moon, all night blooming flowers are loved by you. Evening primrose, moonflowers, evening stock and night-blooming cereus fill your gardens with intoxicating scents and mystical plants. -
Tax Credits in the New Tax Stimulus Act Can Save You MoneyInformation about the 2009 Tax Stimulus Package can help make decisions now that will pay off all year long. Start planning to take advantage of new tax credit breaks. -
Earth Day in Tulsa, OklahomaEarth Day in Tulsa, Oklahoma involves recycling and fun events at the Tulsa Zoo. -
Diverticular Disease: Symptoms and TreatmentAn estimated 30% to 50% of Americans over the age of 60 have Diverticular disease. One in Five people will develop Diverticulosis. -
Country Fever Music Festival in Pryor, Oklahoma: Red Dirt Music June 18 - June 21, 2009Make plans to attend the 7th Annual Country Fever Music Festival in Pryor, Oklahoma, June 18 through June 21. Hear the best of the best in Red Dirt music. -
Auto Theft Car Cloning - Buyer Beware!Take the necessary steps to prevent purchasing a cloned car, when considering the purchase of a used vehicle.
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Using Lime in Gardens and LawnsUsing lime to append high acid in garden soil and lawns can produce better vegetables and luscious green healthy grass. -
Oklahoma City Man, Jorge Angel Kusanovic, Charged with Human TraffickingHuman trafficking plays on vulnerable and desperate adults and children and uses them as commodities. -
Cheap Shopping in Tulsa, OklahomaWith a tight budget, cheap shopping is fun and profitable at local Thrift Stores and Flea Markets. -
NASCAR Drivers Poised to Win the Sprint Cup ChampionshipCarl Edwards, Kyle Bush and Jimmie Johnson are set to race for the NASCAR 2009 Sprint Cup Championship. -
Refrigeration EnergyEnergy conservation with refrigerators should be a priority to homeowners. The refrigerator is the third largest energy user in the household. -
Where to Find Tax Forms in Tulsa, OklahomaInternal Revenue Service forms and Oklahoma Tax Commission forms are easily obtainable in Tulsa, Oklahoma. For people wishing to pick up their own paper forms, there are many locations available. Tax forms can be picked up from the following: -
Oklahoma University Football Top Three TeamsOklahoma Sooners have claimed more National Championships than any other Big 12 program. Seven championships total, 1950, 1955, 1956, 1974, 1975, 1985, and the latest in 2000. OU is looking to make 2008 the number eight! -
HD Eye Glasses: High-Definition VisionHigh-Definition Eye Glasses are available and offer outstanding clarity and crispness in prescription eye glasses. Technology from the government's Star Wars program provides a prescription that is an exact match to the eye's optical requirements. -
How Not to Unstop a Plugged Up Drain!First, you need a stopped up plumbing drain. When drain cleaners will not work, you need a "snake". -
Four Good Reasons to Use a USPS BoxHave you ever considered using a USPS box? Here are four very good reasons for using a United States Postal Service box number for receiving mail, rather than a home address. -
Family Events in Tulsa, Oklahoma, December, 2008There are many fun, family activities in Tulsa, Oklahoma in December, 2008. Here are just a few of the scheduled events. -
Gardening Tips: What to Do When Ladybugs Swarm in the FallSwarming ladybugs can be a problem in the fall. Here are some tips for controlling their search for a winter hibernation. -
How to Save Money on Meat Purchases and MealsThere are simple ways to save money when purchasing meat for family meals. It is cheaper to purchase meat in family meat packages.
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Detox Diet for the U.S. Economy: Economic RecessionThe U.S. economy is going through an economic recession. It is a good detox cleansing diet for this country and a recession (a good economic cleansing) is good. -
Preventing Nonvenomous Insect BitesAre you plagued with insect bites? Do mosquitoes, ticks, chiggers and no-see-ums love to bite you? -
Country Life Requires a "Brush Burning Pile"Country life requires a brush burning pile. There is just no way of getting along without one.
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Manual Pole Saws for TreesManual polesaws are easy to use. They are handy, efficient and take less time than electric or power-driven chain saws. Manual pole saws are also safer.
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Youth Employment in the United States: a GuideThe United States of America has Child Labor Laws that are very specific about when and where children may work. America is one of few countries that incorporate Child Labor Laws. -
Childhood Toys - Fond MemoriesI bought some pinwheels yesterday for my gardens. In setting the pinwheels in place, I began to think of my childhood toys.
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Halloween Costume Stores in Tulsa, OklahomaDo you need a Halloween costume for a party? There are plenty of selections available for adults and children. Don't forget Fido! -
Live Auction Houses - What You Need to Know Before AttendingHave you ever watched the television shows featuring live auction houses? They are entertaining and make live auction houses appear to be fun and profitable. In reality, what happens is sometimes different than portrayed by television. -
Gnats Everywhere! I Hate Gnats!Insect exterminators call them by different names like fruit flies, fungus gnats or midges. To most of us they are just Gnats. -
Fiber: What's the Deal?The older I get, the more I read and hear about fiber. What's the big deal with fiber? What does fiber do and how much do I need? -
Midlife Crisis: How to Avoid OneIf you are at a point in life that you ask yourself, "Is this all there is?" You are at a mid-life crisis. Is work boring, home life is routine and dull, and responsibilities seem never-ending? You are at a mid-life crisis. -
ThanksgivingStories have been written about how and why Thanksgiving started. The stories vary. It matters little to me. I am an American Christian and I celebrate Thanksgiving every day! -
Landscaping for Winter BirdsThere are three basic necessities birds have during winter months: water, food, shelter. Here are some things we have done to encourage birds to visit or winter on our property as we enjoy their presence in the dreary weather days -
Planning & Planting Privacy Hedges: A GuideWith an evergreen privacy hedge, you can block out the neighbors, decrease noise levels, increase your property value and benefit the environment! All aspects of planting a privacy hedge should be considered before purchasing the hedge plants. -
Establishing Small Business Credit - 5 Simple TipsAfter a few months in business it was clear that we would need more than just a personal credit source. Establishing business credit was necessary.
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How to Research for Permits for Fall Home Improvement and Building ProjectsAre you thinking of a fall home improvement project? You might need to research your city or county codes to find out just how many permits will be needed for your project. -
Winter Garden Pond MaintenanceI have two goldfish ponds on my property and winter garden pond maintenance is necessary to prepare the ponds for the coming freezing weather, snow and ice. Here are some tips I have learned to insure your pond and fish survive.
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Back-to-School Germs - Some to Avoid and HowBack to school means shared germs and often shared sickness. With so much contact with other children it seems it is inevitable our children will end up sick, meaning lost days at school. -
Purchasing a Custom Built Home? There May Be Some Drawbacks!Are you considering buying a new home? One questions to ask - "Was it a custom built home?" There may be serious drawbacks to purchasing a custom built home. -
What is the Job of Congress?When you elect a member of the Congress, do you know what you have elected him/her to do? Congress is the "comptroller" of the United States of America.
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Pillsbury Grands Biscuits Southern StyleHave you ever tried Pillsbury Grands Biscuits? They are wonderful. You will find them in the frozen bread section at your local grocery store. -
Comparing Home Floor Plans - 6 Things to Look For!Home floor plans vary greatly. Although each home floor plan has the same basics; bedrooms, baths, kitchen, eating area, family living area and hopefully utility area, how these spaces are used is what makes a home unique. -
A Good Fence Makes a Good NeighborDo you know how to be a good neighbor? We have all experienced bad neighbors, annoying, angry, noisy, inconsiderate and rude. Here are 5 simple tips to help you be a good neighbor. -
What is the President's Job?Do you know the job description of the President of the United States of America? If you were interviewing the person for the job would you know what he is expected to do, once hired. It is your business; who would you want to run it?
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Commercial Loans - Understanding the ProcessCommercial loans are not your average payday loans. People who seek commercial loans have a business plan in mind. Capital is needed and sometimes lots of it!
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Dorm Room Cooking: Simple Lunches, Awesome Dinners and SnacksIf you do not care for cafeteria food or just do not have the time to go, great meals can be prepared by dorm room cooking, from a simple lunch to a great dinner. -
Back to School Clothing: Tips for Keeping it CheapSchool is coming and the children want the latest fashions in their back to school clothing.
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Cheap Back to School SuppliesSchool is almost here! What about the necessary back to school supplies? Start early gathering the children's supplies for the upcoming school year. -
How to Carry a Gun LegallyOn June 26, 2008 the U.S. Supreme Court struck down a blanket ban on ownership, possession and carry of handguns in the District of Columbia. -
Product Review of Wish Bone Salad SpritzersWish Bone Salad Dressings have introduced a new product - Salad Spritzers. The 7 fl. Oz. bottle claims to dress 26 - 1 cup salads at a cost of just $2.49 which is a very good price. -
Healthy Lifestyle - Low Fat Foods and ExerciseDoctors constantly cajole us to live a healthy lifestyle by diet and exercise. There is a motto that is apropos here: Keep it simple! -
Labor Day Weekend Float Trips in Oklahoma Green CountryWhat will you and your family do Labor Day weekend? The Labor Day holiday is the first Monday in September and is the last big holiday weekend of fun in the sun and water for most families. Try a float trip on one of our great rivers this Labor Day weekend!
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55 MPH Speed Restrictions - Did it Work?Are you ready for 55 miles per hour speed limits? Will driving at 55 mph save on gasoline, drop the price of gas? Will 55 mph save lives? The results of current and past studies are mixed.
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How to Make Southern Turkey Giblet GravySouthern cooks take great pride in their gravies and no short-cuts are allowed! -
Is a Small Ecomony Car a Good Idea?With gasoline prices rising over the nation, the smaller economy cars are all the rage. Local car dealers scream their wares over the television and radio stations and national sales are shown on the cable and satellite television almost back to back.
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State of Oklahoma to Feds: Back Off!"The more we stand by and watch the federal government get involved in areas where it has no legal authority, we kill the Constitution a little at a time," Charles Kay said. "The last few decades, the Constitution has been hanging by a thread."
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Crazy Catfish Hunters - Okie Catfish NoodlingPauls Valley, Oklahoma is home to the most unique brand of fishing - noodling. The 9th annual Okie Noodling Tournament and Fish Fry, sponsored by Bob's Pig Shop (it is a restaurant) will kick off on July 12th and this year will be bigger and better than ever before.
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Scratch Banana Pudding: Quick and Easy!How long has it been since you had banana pudding made from"scratch"? If you have not been to Grandma's house lately, it has probably been a too long! -
Personal Color Charting Helps You Save Money on ClothingPersonal color charting is a method to determine what colors will look best on you, based on skin color. There are usually four different sets of colors, such as spring, summer, fall and winter or lately, soft, medium, deep and rich. -
Decorative Doorstops and Door Wedges: A Wonderful Gift Idea!Every home, regardless of age, has at least one door that just will not stand fully open. Doorstops or door wedges are a necessary addition to most homes and they are also great gift ideas for the "hard to buy for" people on your list!
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How to Design a Walkway or Path: 3 Easy Ways!The purpose for a walkway or path is normally to get from one point to another. While destination is usually the idea, it does not have to be the case. A path or walkway can add atmosphere, be a border, or just be for casual "meandering". -
Garden Landscaping: Easy Ideas for Winter!By the time winter arrives, most gardeners are ready for a break. This does not mean that your garden in the wintertime should be lackluster. There are a multitude of ideas you can easily incorporate to bring winter enjoyment and interest to your gardens in the winter. -
Best Landscaping Companies in Tulsa, OklahomaYour own personal landscaped yard has the potential to become your favorite place, while enjoying the company of family and friends or just a peaceful moment alone. A well landscaped yard is a treasure and can be a vacation at your own home.
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The Perfect WomanI read about the "perfect" woman. Let me tell you about her.
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What is Dowsing? (aka Well Witching or Divining)The history of dowsing (aka well witching or divining) some say starts with Moses (Numbers 20:9-11), or with the ancient Greeks, but the first written record of finding anything with a forked twig was in 1556 in a work by Georgius Agricola.
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Sugar Free Chocolate/Butterscotch Creme PieSugar free chocolate/butterscotch creme pie is one of my family's favorite dessert and easy to make as well. Try it out, especially if there is a diabetic in the household, or even if you wish a low-fat dessert.
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Must-Have Head to Toe Summer AccessoriesHere are 10 must-have summer accessories for your summer wardrobe and activities. Whatever your choice of style, summer accessories are must-have items and these Internet sites can provide the latest styles to compliment your wardrobe from head to toes.
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House Hunters on the Internet - What's Next?House hunters on the Internet by the year 2009 will explode into an industry-wide phenomenon. There are close to 80 million baby boomers (1946 through 1964) looking forward to retirement and the Internet house hunters industry will benefit. -
Hip Hop Dance Classes in Tulsa, OklahomaThe Hip Hop Dance craze is coming to Tulsa, Oklahoma. Hip Hop is a style of jazz dancing using moves that have freedom and style so why not sign up for Hip Hop Dance lessons to learn the latest moves.
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How to Prepare for Meals for Weekend GuestsPlanning is the key to a wonderful visit with friends or family and the event can be memorable for all involved, including the cook! A few simple tips can make the job a lot easier.
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How to Prepare Your Home for Weekend GuestsPreparing for weekend guests should not be a huge ordeal, especially at the last minute! -
4th of July Celebrations in Tulsa, Oklahoma and Surrounding Green CountryThere are many 4th of July Celebrations in Tulsa, Oklahoma and the surrounding Green Country area. Check out a few of the main events for Independence Day.
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How to Be a Better Boss!Why would you want to be a better boss? Six simple steps to becoming a better boss will benefit you and your company because happy employees are productive employees. Whether you are the owner or just a supervisor, you will want your employees productive and happy. -
How to Be a Better Employee! Six Simple TipsWhy should you want to be a better employee? Well, maybe you would like a promotion, a raise or just your own office? Would you like to gain self respect as well as the respect of your peers or your supervisors? You might even want to keep the job you have!
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Sara Lee Deluxe Everything BagelsOne bite of this delicious fresh baked Sara Lee Deluxe Everything Bagel and you will know this is the bagel you have been looking for all along! Toasted with your favorite spread, this bagel makes a healthy breakfast or anytime snack. -
How to Plant a Victory GardenDuring World War II some food supplies were rationed. There began a promotion in Great Britain that spread to America, for the people to plant a Victory Garden to help produce their own vegetables and off-set expenses as well as leave more supplies for the troops.
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How to Fix a Sagging King Size MattressNo matter how good or expensive a king size mattress you purchase....it will sag. I went to a lot of effort to fix the sagging problem and some expense to cover the sagging up, and then I discovered a simple solution! -
Cast-Iron Skillet MeatloafMeatloaf made the "old-fashioned way" in a cast-iron skillet just cannot be beat! It's juicy and delicious and so easy anyone can do it. The gravy is wonderful and a must-have compliment to the meat and mashed potatoes.
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Bringing Vegas to Oklahoma: The Cherokee CasinoThe Cherokee Casino Resort with 95,000 square feet of casino floor has 1,500 electronic gaming machines, 70+ card game tables offering Blackjack Poker, Pai Gow Poker, Texas Hold'em Poker, Seven-card Stud Poker and Omaha Poker. -
Cottage Garden Plants and PlansDo you have a smaller, sunny spot in your yard that is a troublesome area? Then a Cottage Garden may be just the thing you need.
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How to Talk to a ManWomen always want to know how to get a man to listen to them. Women always wonder what a man is thinking. For a woman to learn these things a woman must.....read on. -
A New Criminal Justice System for the 21st CenturyA special court is given the responsibility to handle cases involving less serious drug and alcohol using offenders through a supervision and treatment program. Rather than accept time in prison, the defendant is given the choice to participate in the Drug Abuse Program -
Preventative Health MeasuresWhile practicing preventative medicine, doctors make referrals to other doctors. Those doctors schedule tests. The hospitals do the testing. Results are read by at least one other doctor (medical expert). Back to the original doctor for a consultation.
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Mentor: A Wise and Faithful Counselor and TeacherA wise mentor/teacher has discernment and sound judgment in teachings concerning what is true or false, as well as what is proper or improper. A wise mentor/teacher is inspired or guided by this good judgment.
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V8 Juice Includes Healthy AntioxidantsMaking V8 100% Vegetable Juice a regular part of your diet is a healthy and satisfying habit. With the rush of today's schedules, many times we need a quick "pick me up" to get us through whatever is delaying that meal we do not have time for right now. -
Housecleaning: Do You Do Your Own?Do you have someone that cleans your house, or do you do that honor yourself? In the last 20 years I worked, I had someone come on a regular basis to clean for me. It was wonderful to come home from a long day at work to a spotless and fresh smelling home!
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Antiques = Memories: Grandma Hanks' Milk PitcherDo you have antiques you treasure? Do they bring good memories? Having antiques just because they are antiques never interested me. Antiques are old stuff and I prefer new things but I do have a few items I treasure for the memories they evoke. -
Exercises for Garden FitnessIt is important for anyone to be physically ready for gardening fitness and starting early with some simple exercises can help. Let me share with you a few of the exercises I do to prepare for gardening fitness before tackling spring gardening. -
Free Credit Report Song: You've Got a Winner Here!Free Credit Report has a new jingle. I mean a really new jingle; not a duplication of a popular song or even a "take-off" of another song. How refreshing that is to hear. Someone actually created something new!
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Women in Jail - Have You Ever Visited?I went to jail to carry a message to the women. The message - You don't have to live this way is you don't want to. -
Decision Making - Do Not Forget the Follow Through!If someone chooses to participate in life, there will be choices to make along the way. Which mate, job, car, house, etc. should I choose? Decision making and following through are an important part of living. Life is not what happens to me - it's the decisions I make.
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Kelvin Sampson and Indiana BasketballThe NCAA says Kelvin Sampson broke recruiting rules and he lied and the Indiana basketball program is scrambling to stay out of trouble and cover themselves. Will there be sanctions? Probably. There was in Oklahoma basketball when Kelvin Sampson was there.
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Matrix Essentials So Silver ShampooDo you have grey or white hair? Does it have brassy or yellow tones? You need Matrix, Essentials, So Silver shampoo. Are you tired of taking the time or spending excessive money on color treatments? Then you really need Matrix, Essentials, So Silver shampoo. -
The Remington 14" Limb & Trim Electric Chain SawAfter the December 2007 ice storm here, there are a lot of demands for chain saws making them almost impossible to find. With a few acres of fallen limbs, a hand saw and "limb loppers" will not suffice for the job to be done. We needed a light weight chain saw
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Good Business EtquitteAfter looking up the definition of courteous (an expression of respect, favor or indulgence) I decided I was just not capable of being nice to all of our clients.
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The Canon Power Shot A560 Digital CameraThe Canon Power Shot A560 Digital Camera is everything a beginner photographer could ask for and more. It is easy to use, wonderful clarity and color of pictures, easily transferred to a computer for editing with all the necessary software and cables. -
Recycling Aluminum CansI have seen the articles about senior citizens having to recycle aluminum cans to pay for medications. I am a senior citizen. I have seen the street people pushing carts and picking up cans, maybe there is money to be made recycling aluminum cans? -
Creating Beautiful Landscapes is Easy with Drip Watering SystemsDo you want beautiful landscaped gardens without the cost of expensive sprinkler systems? Do you want to save time, money and wasteful run off? Then you need a drip watering system! Let me tell you how easy it really is to install. -
How Do You Use Clothes Pins Today?The first clothes pins were designed by the Shakers, who did not patent their many inventions. Between 1852 and 1887 the U.S. Patient Office granted 146 different patents for clothes pins. -
McCormick How Could You?McCormick Spice Company has been selling spices for 75 years. I have been using Mc Cormick spices for at least 45 years. Now, they decide to change their bottles! -
Life Lessons My Aquarium Teaches MeDo you have a fish aquarium? My fish aquarium teaches me life lessons. I am an animal and therefore their animal needs apply to me. You may never view an aquarium the same in the future. Let me tell you why. -
Taking Care of the Caregiver: Me!Taking care of the caregiver is just as important as taking care of the person needing the care.
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Why Dentures Are a Good ThingHave you ever wondered why older people will not wear their dentures? The dentures do not fit. The dentures hurt my mouth. I cannot eat what I want while wearing dentures. These are just some of the excuses people give. Wrong! Let me tell you why. -
2 Quick Hot Meals for a Winter DayA hot satisfying meal on a cold day just feels good! Here are two of my family's favorites.
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Guilt Comes from the Inside Out - Never from the Outside InHave you felt quilty lately? Has someone hurt your feelings? Do you know you are in the wrong? Well you are!
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Emotionally Self SupportingAre you emotionally dependent? Do the people around you have to be happy for you to feel happy? Do you have to be in a special place to be at peace?
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December 2007 Oklahoma Ice StormThe December Oklahoma 2007 ice storm put nearly 1/2 million homes without power for days.
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Have You Ever Shopped at Coldwater Creek?Coldwater Creek is a store for a professional woman, 35-60 years of age, educated with more discretionary income than free time.
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941 Payroll Tax Deposits & Dealing with the IRSDealing with the IRS as a small business owner can be stressful at times. Uncle Sam is your highest paid employee, best keep him happy!
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Tips for Dealing With the IRS When You're Self-employedDealing with the IRS can be difficult, but only as difficult as your make it. Wishing they would go away is the very worst thing you can do!
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How to Have a Long Term RelationshipTrue relationships are made over time. All relationships must change or evolve in order for them to stay healthy and grow.
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Retirement is Like Starting Life Over Again - I Wish I Had Planned EarlierPlanning for early retirement must be done. Then life will be great - or will it!
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Perks to Growing OlderThere are good points to growing older.....don't sweat the small stuff!
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What to Do When You Have Animals Under Your DeckSkunks, raccoons, opossums, armadillo's, snakes, rabbits and creepy crawleys may not reside under my decks!
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How to Reduce Cat AllergiesI cannot stay in a house or an apartment but a short period of time, where a cat lives.
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How I Lived Through a Frivolous LawsuitOwning a business almost guarantees there will come a day when you will be sued.
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How to Make Southern Cornbread DressingNo self-respecting Southern woman would allow a Thanksgiving dinner to happen without a huge pan of cornbread dressing!
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House Bill 1804 Deals with Illegal Aliens in OklahomaThe State of Oklahoma is willing to do something about illegals in the state.
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My Experience with Lipitor: A Good Medication With Bad Sife Effects (for Me)Lipotor: A good medication with bad side effects for me.
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It's Not a Miracle Drug But I Used Chantix to Stop SmokingChantix is a new drug to help a person stop smoking.
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Life with Heart Disease and a DefibrillatorThe defibrillator delivers a small electrical shock......(small....they said small)
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How to Hold a Hummingbird in Your HandBeing as gentle and as careful as possible in my approach and touch, she offered no resistance. Her tiny feet clutched a finger of my glove and I could feel her heart racing.
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Interesting Facts About the Jack Russell TerrierShe said a Jack Russell has his own agenda - I found they really have tunnel vision with an unbending determination to do or get what they are focused upon.
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A Few Reasons Country Living is the BestThe best thing about living in the country is the neighbors are not five feet either side of our house, or on the other side of the wall! The worst thing might be the Quick Trip Store is not on the corner.