Lynn Pritchett
Lynn's dedication to writing at Yahoo Network is inspired not only by her professional background in health care (pharmacy) and in education (grades K to 12 special needs & general classroom), but by her daily adventures as wife, mom, daughter, sister, and friend.
Lynn's E-publishing milestones: Top 1000 Writers for Yahoo Network 2011; Top 1000 Writers for Associated Content (AC) 2008, 2009, 2010; Featured Health Writer 2010, 2011; AC Advisory Committee Member 2009 through 2010; Multiple AC Health Category Featured Articles 2008 - 2010; Multiple Suite101.com Editor Choice Awards 2008, 2009; AC Non-Fiction Challenge $$ Awards for: "Best Mistake I Ever Made" & "Whispers." In-print publications include poetry in the book "The Torch", articles for non-profit organizations, and illustrations for the Society of Children's Book Writers & Illustrators (SCBWI).
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Lynn's E-publishing milestones: Top 1000 Writers for Yahoo Network 2011; Top 1000 Writers for Associated Content (AC) 2008, 2009, 2010; Featured Health Writer 2010, 2011; AC Advisory Committee Member 2009 through 2010; Multiple AC Health Category Featured Articles 2008 - 2010; Multiple Suite101.com Editor Choice Awards 2008, 2009; AC Non-Fiction Challenge $$ Awards for: "Best Mistake I Ever Made" & "Whispers." In-print publications include poetry in the book "The Torch", articles for non-profit organizations, and illustrations for the Society of Children's Book Writers & Illustrators (SCBWI).
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“It is a good rule after reading a new book, never to allow yourself another new one till you have read an old one in between.” ― C.S. Lewis
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The Shining Christmas DayCertain urgent needs hit us all when playing in the snow. Our youngest daughter was relieved when her turn arrived for that relieving bathroom moment. Minutes passed. Too many minutes passed. -
Three Top Indie Bookstores in ArizonaLocal independent book stores are a treasure hunt for avid readers. While the economy struggles and national chains fail, indie bookstores thrive. They offer fair pricing, personal service, and some even are joining the e-book sales technology. -
Amelia Grey's Tea Garden at Arizona's Buffalo BistroBison sentinels and delicious aromas direct Copper Country Antique Mall shoppers inside to Buffalo Bistro and Amelia Grey's Tea Garden. -
Best Road Trip Movie AlbumsMovie songs make films more exciting, and those same soundtracks make road trips more fun. -
Keeping the Parent-Teen Sex Ed Talk GoingParents and teens can have a difficult time keeping the sex talk frank and real. Could an alternative rock Broadway musical be a catalyst for open family dialogue? -
Do You Need a Toothbrush UV Sanitizer?Ultraviolet (uv) sanitizers are used in dental, doctor, and other medical clinics. Consumers find sanitizing home and travel products also on store shelves. Would your dental health benefit from using a uv sanitizer for your toothbrush? -
Folic Acid Uses, Benefits, and RisksFolic acid is most known as part of prenatal vitamins for pregnant women. It may not be as recognized for its usefulness in other health conditions.
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IRS Tax Form Stressed? Get Over it with Fun Money Songs from the 1940s to 1970sGathering charity, tax receipts, and forms is tedious work at tax time, Make the chore a little less miserable by playing some of the most popular money-themed music from WWII through the 1970s. -
Dot's Diner: Genuine Route 66 Style DiningDot's Diner is a genuine step back in time. It is still a fair priced, great quality, 1950s diner serving eggs and bacon, or burgers and shakes and more. -
Waterfront Restaurants Naples, FloridaWater view restaurants are always a special treat. Two dockside dining spots on Florida's southwest coast have terrific views, tasty cuisine, and budget-friendly prices. -
Spring Fun in Phoenix, Arizona on a BudgetWhen they leave before June, Phoenix, Arizona area winter visitors miss out on the best attractions of the season.
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Hotel Congress: Historic Gem in Tucson, ArizonaHotel Congress is a year-round best bargain and total get-away-from-it-all experience to leave today's fast-paced world behind. 1920s to 30s vintage relaxation is a rare treat. -
Las Vegas Strip Cheap & Free Tourism with StyleBest known for its night life and gambling, Las Vegas, Nevada can be a relaxing destination for fun tourism activities without high-spending too.
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Arizona's Other Grand Canyon and Railroad ExperienceThe Verde Canyon Railroad (RR) is a unique excursion of natural beauty and history, also known as Arizona's Other Grand Canyon, appreciated only as a ticketed passenger. -
Coping with Tax Day Blues: Top Cash Songs of 1980s-2000sWhy get up in a twist over tax season? It doesn't have to be a stressful money chore with fun and appropriate musical surroundings.
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Proventil HFA Inhaler Uses, Benefits, and RisksProventil HFA is a medication inhaled by mouth to help certain respiratory conditions. Like any drug, it should be used appropriately and with caution. -
Birth Control Pills: No More Periods?Birth control options today are way beyond the 21/7 day pill pack introduced in 1960. But is it safe, effective, and healthy to use methods that prevent periods for months at a time? -
Asthma or Vocal Cord Dysfunction? What's the Difference?Vocal Cord Dysfunction (VCD) looks, sounds, and acts a lot like asthma. -
Coughing or Wheezing: Do You Have Sarcoid Tumors?Sarcoidosis, or sarcoid tumor, frequently develops slowly in or around the lung area, causing a chronic cough and other symptoms. It can attack other organs. It often goes into remission but is not curable. -
The Pill at 50: Not Just Birth Control AnymoreFifty years of the birth control pill has brought it more than the nickname, "the pill." Since the Food and Drug Administration's (FDA) approval in 1961, it's purposes have evolved and expanded in medicine. Is this good, bad, or does it matter at all?
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Are You on the Bone Marrow Donor List?Bone marrow donors are volunteers who can potentially save lives of those battling cancer, like life-threatening forms of leukemia and also non-cancer blood diseases. You can be one of many more people needed on the Be the Match Registry. -
Which Type of Dental Floss Is Best for You?Because the best toothbrush still leaves food trapped between teeth, flossing is a most important part of a daily routine. But which type of floss wins your vote in the dental floss war: ribbon floss or floss picks? -
Buffalo Bistro: Dining on the Wild SideRural southern Utah has few restaurant options. Do you have the sense of humor and taste for Buffalo Bistro's unique menu? -
Planning Your Knee Surgery with ConfidenceWith a little planning, total knee joint replacement can be a positive experience. -
TB Breath Test? I Smell a RatTuberculosis (TB) kills up to three people every minute. The world is in dire need for quicker, more accurate TB tests. -
Bad Girl Gone Mom, Non-Fiction Book by K.C. LauerGenital birth defects are still only hushed in some corners of polite society. Bad Girl Gone Mom is an inspirational step toward ending this out-dated stigma. -
Can Chronic Constipation Kill You?Feel constipated? Everyone does sooner or later. But if you start a conversation with "Do you know December is Constipation Awareness Month?" you won't make new friends at the holiday party. -
Should Pharmacists Provide Direct Patient Health Care?Health care options and patient expectations are changing. -
Do Diabetes and Depression Share a Sisterhood?About 30% of women have both diabetes and depression, but less than 20% of men have both. -
Is HIV the Same as AIDS?The abbreviations HIV and AIDS are often intermingled in news stories and advertisements. Does this mean AIDS and HIV are the same thing? -
Do Toothbrush Sanitizers Work?Do toothbrush sanitizers really kill e-coli, staph, salmonella, flu viruses (influenza A, H1N1, etc.) and other germs on toothbrushes? -
Easier Colorectal Cancer Screening?A new variation on the simple and low cost colorectal cancer screening test and analysis machine can help lead more patients toward maintaining great health for a longer life. -
Best Dental Hygiene Gifts for the HolidaysEveryone wants to show off their best smile. Dental-care-themed gift giving shows friends and family they are loved and that their dental health is important. -
Does Everybody Need an Electric Toothbrush?Is an electric toothbrush really necessary for good dental health? -
A Cure for Food Allergies?A person can have a life-threatening allergic reaction by consuming anything at any age from infancy through senior. Is there a way to cure food allergies? -
Depakote Helps Epilepsy, Bipolar Disorder and Migraine HeadachesAll drugs have different uses, side effects and warnings. It is important to know why you are taking a certain medication and what to look out for. -
What Are the Most Common Headaches?As much as 4% of all emergency room visits are because of headaches. -
250 Years of Veterinary MedicineVet2011 celebrates veterinary medicine's work in animal health, farmland, wilderness, and human health from the past 250 years and into the future. -
Facts on New "All-in-One" Flu Vaccine 2010-11Know the facts before receiving the new all-in-one flu nasal spray or flu shot vaccine.
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What Causes Gallstones?Who gets gallstones? Who needs gallbladder surgery? -
Children's Flu Shot Recommendations 2010-2011Is there a healthy relief for most children this flu season? -
Top Reasons to Remove the GallbladderWe can live without a gallbladder, but some cannot live with it. -
Great Stretching Exercises for SeniorsSenior life can be more flexible and independent than you think, with a daily stretch or two. -
3 Ways to Save on Your Back-to-School BudgetSend the kids back-to-school within your budget by making a habit of these practical and money-saving tips. -
Type 2 Diabetes, Obesity and Charcot FootA new treatment is preventing amputations and renewing mobility. -
The Great MortalityDoes "The Great Mortality" show the suspenseful tragedy of the Black Death without being just another boring textbook? -
Psoriatic Arthritis: Secret "Heartbreak of Psoriasis"Psoriasis is one of the most common autoimmune diseases in the United States. It is more than skin deep, causing debilitating arthritis in many. -
Got Sunglasses? Fashion for HealthSunglasses are more than summer fashion. Defend against eye cancer tumor risk and other disease is easier than fixing eye damage. -
How to Avoid Dehydration in Desert Cities of the American WestSummer or winter, dehydration is a deadly game in all desert southwest cities. Win the challenge on your summer adventure to Las Vegas or winter escape to Phoenix. -
Do UV Rays Cause Eye Disease?Lots of attention goes to UV protection against wrinkles and skin cancer. But what does UV radiation exposure do to our eyes? -
Why Use Humira or Other Anti-TNF Drug?Autoimmune disorders can be devastating in chronic pain, disability and sometimes death. When serious cases do not respond well to anti-inflammatory drugs, an anti-TNF drug may help. -
Does Sugar Relieve Pain?The Mary Poppins character from children's book series, Disney movie and Broadway play, may have had it right all along. A study released in May 2010 says sugar may help beyond hiding medicine taste.
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Methotrexate Drug Benefits and CautionsMethotrexate (MTX) is a chemotherapy drug that can be taken alone or used with other therapies to help patients achieve remission or full recovery in some serious disorders.
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What is Sausage Digit?Sausage digit is not a tasty meat product. It is a group of symptoms which can indicate the presence of a number of arthritis disorders. -
What is Giant Cavernous Liver Hemangioma?This non-cancerous tumor can be symptom-free or life threatening. -
Fruits and Vegetables Weak Link to Cancer Risk?Unlike clinical studies, which focus on risks to specific types of cancer, the EPIC study looked at benefits to cancer risk, in general. -
What is Gallbladder Sludge?Gallbladder sludge is not a disease. It is an indication something is wrong in the liver or gallbladder. It may lead to gallstones, but not always.
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Arizona State University New Student Guide to Good Hang-Outs and Places to AvoidAn Arizona State University undergraduate offers first-hand insight for incoming new students. -
Top 3 Coffee Shops in Tucson, ArizonaThree of the best coffee shops are in midtown, downtown and at the eclectic 4th Avenue District. It's always time to take a coffee in Tucson, whether hot, iced, espresso, or blended. -
Tips for Living Well with Cats and DogsDo you own your pet or does your pet own you? -
Drug Allergies and Deadly AnaphylaxisDrug allergies can be difficult to diagnose. Drug allergies can be misunderstood as adverse reactions or severe side effects to a drug, or missed entirely. Surviving this medication-induced "Russian roulette" is tricky. -
U.S. Health Care Reform Bill: Good, Bad and UncertainAs the U. S. Health Care Reform Bill becomes law in the United States, I lean to the side of cautious optimism for the long term.
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High Blood Pressure Best Buys in ACE InhibitorsHigh blood pressure (hypertension) can be caused by obesity, genetics, stress, lack of exercise or a combination of many factors. ACE (Angiotensin-Converting Enzyme) inhibitors are drugs that help control blood pressure. -
The Two Different Types of DementiaOver twenty-four different dementia disorders impair people. These disorders are categorized into two types. 1. Irreversible, or Cortical dementia, and Reversible/treatable, or Subcortical dementia. -
Who Needs an ACE Inhibitor?Part of maintaining wellness important to everyone is regular blood pressure monitoring. ACE inhibitors are a common type of blood pressure prescription needed for some people to help keep their blood pressure at a normal level.
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Prescription Pain Relief Deaths on the RiseOpioids are common pain relief prescription drugs, with names like hydorcodone (Vicodin®), morphine, oxycodone (Oxycontin®), propoxyphen (Darvon®), and hydromorphone (Dilaudid®). Methadone is another such pain reliever. -
Health Benefits of Power Naps and Cat NapsAccording to the National Sleep Foundation, a power nap or old-fashioned cat nap may help job performance, improve mood, help stamina, and more. -
Stiff: The Curious Lives of Human Cadavers: Non-Fiction Book by Mary RoachNever cringe at the words human death or cadavers again. Mary Roach's book, Stiff, is out to change American attitudes, fears, and myths with medical facts and a laughable poke-in-the-ribs. -
Good Cholesterol or Bad: What's the Difference?Cholesterol is different from person to person, comes from what we eat and is made by our own bodies with the help of hormones and more. When does good cholesterol go bad? -
Is Agave Nectar a Healthy Replacement for Sugar?Agave nectar digests slower than sugar. It may be a healthier alternative for table sugar. -
Common Cat Illness: ConstipationConstipation is the opposite of diarrhea. When the cat either has trouble moving solid waste out of the bowels, or cannot defecate at all, the cat is constipated. It is a common illness, especially as a cat gets older. -
Obama Declares "Don't Let Up Now!"U.S. President Barack Obama and the Center for Disease Control (CDC) are leading the nation for the "Don't Let Up Now" Campaign to get vaccinated against the H1N1 flu virus. -
What You Swallow May Give You HeartburnEating is a fun social activity that can become a nightmare for the heartburn sufferer. Paying attention to triggers can lead to extinguishing the burn. -
Healthy Fast Food at HomeParents want to set a good example for children. We do not want to be part of the growing trend of the fattening of American youth. -
Advair Diskus for Asthma and COPDOver 44 million people in America are diagnosed and treated for respiratory diseases, such as asthma and COPD. Advair Diskus is an inhaled prescription for some people with these disorders. -
Got Heartburn and Heart Disease? Your Stomach Acid Reducer MattersAre your heartburn and blood thinner drugs on the "Do Not Use Together" list? Make a call and find out. Be your own best friend for good health's sake. -
Oral-B Triumph 9900 Rechargeable Power Toothbrush Product ReviewDoes the Oral-B Triumph rechargeable toothbrush with SmartGuide live up to its claims? It is really a triumph in dental care? -
Topamax for Seizures, Migraines and Weight LossTopamax, also sold as topiramate in generic form, is a prescription medication intended to help prevent seizures and migraines. It is sometimes prescribed off label for weight loss. -
Claustrophobic Cure ChristmasTrue story shared in a Haiku poem of my teen's Christmas Day surprise alone time in her grandfather's bathroom, when the door knob fell off in her hand. Boredom did set in after an hour or so of rescue-waiting. -
Hand and Finger Six Pack ExercisesRepetitive and overuse injuries of hands and fingers are on the rise. You only need to take care of the hand or fingers you want to use for the rest of your life.
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Worst Boxing Names in Sports HistoryA boxer's image often gets tougher as the nickname gets worse! Isn't that what some competitive athletes like? -
Turkey CallingTrue tale of Kansas ranch wife, Leila Means, quiet and personal calling to protect the wild turkeys roaming woods near her land until her death in Thanksgiving season, November 2003, at age 95. -
Eye Bleeding Causes, Diagnosis and TreatmentSubconjunctival hemorrhage is a serious medical term in eye health. -
Oral-B SmartSeries 5000 Rechargeable Power Toothbrush Product ReviewThere's a new generation of the power toothbrush in the Oral-B Professional Care electric toothbrush line-up.
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FDA Warning H1N1 Fake Cures and TreatmentsSlow H1N1 vaccine distribution and lack of public confidence has many people turning to other ways to fight H1N1. The FDA is battling a growing market of items for sale making false claims for prevention, treating, and curing H1N1 virus.
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Christmas Poinsettia: Mexican Legend Created the Worldwide TraditionHow did Mexico's poinsettia become a worldwide symbol of Christmas? -
Top 5 Migraine Treatments and MedicationsMigraine headaches affect nearly 30 million Americans. There are two main ways to fight back: Relieving pain and symptoms during the attack, and reducing the number of future migraine headaches.
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AC Features of the Week "Beauty How-To"...Stop Nail Biting...Stop Wrinkles...Stop Frizzy Hair...Look Great Stepping Off the PlaneEach week, AC Editors and Managers work together selecting 4 articles in each main category and in rotating sub-categories to feature on the category/sub-category home page for 7 days. Congratulations to these AC writers and articles. -
AC Health Features of the Week: Pumpkin Seeds Prevent Kidney Stones, Sickle Cell Anemia Awareness, Flu Shot Clinics Review, and What's Up with Adult Vaccines?Each week, AC Editors and Managers work together in selecting 4 exemplary articles in each category to showcase at each category home page for 7 days. Be sure to take a "healthy" look at these great articles and give a nod to these AC Contributors. -
Hepatitis: Risks, Screening, Free Liver Health Videos and The Hep-B VaccineGet a good "shot in the arm" by honoring liver health awareness in October. Everything we eat, breathe, drink, and touch absorbs and processes through our liver. Guard against hepatitis. -
Best Children's Books for Halloween, Thanksgiving and Fall Season ReadingFeeling spooked looking for the right fall holiday children's book? Chill-out with the giggles and surprises in these top choice read-aloud and great read-alone books for the fall season, Halloween, and Thanksgiving. -
H1N1 Pandemic FactsIs the swine flu (H1N1) virus pandemic just crazy panic or a justified concern? Get the facts and stay calm in these confusing times.
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How is Swine Flu Diagnosed?Diagnosing the swine flu isn't rocket science, but it's not exact either. At this time, there are three general ways to diagnose the swine flu (H1N1) viruses. -
How to Avoid Seasonal Flu"7 lucky charm" common sense healthy habits can help prevent the seasonal flu. The CDC also recommends an annual seasonal flu vaccine to help with immunity against the possible virus changes each year and other germs. -
U.S. Areas Hit by Swine Flu (H1N1 Virus)Swine Flu (H1N1) virus is spreading across the U.S. territories and states at a rapid rate. With students in school, and the coming American Holiday season bringing friends and families together, travel safety questions arise. -
5 Signs of Early-Onset Childhood ArthritisEarly onset chronic arthritis is not a disease expected for a child too young for Kindergarten, but it happens. Several signs of Juvenile Idiopathic Arthritis (JIA) are observed over about a 6 week period before diagnosis can be confirmed. -
Fibromyalgia: Drug-Free Alternatives for Pain Relief, Depression, & InsomniaFibromyalgia's pain and other symptoms can be overwhelming. However, drug-free relief options can bring welcome relief. Some alternatives cost nothing except time, and the payback is pain-freedom and a good night's rest. -
Flu Shot Clinics in the United States: Mollen Immunization Clinics ReviewThe Mollen website has an "Influenza Risk Calculator" to see who needs a flu shot. The website also lists side effects, links to H1N1 Flu updates, and Mollen flu shot clinics' dates & places in all 50 states. -
Healthy Picks at the AC: Health & Wellness and Disease & Conditions Categories, August 11-17, 2009Don't be fooled by the name of Sweet's Syndrome. Read and share these 'sweet' AC Health & Wellness Category and Disease & Conditions Category feature articles. Keep healthy thoughts growing.
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Vitamin D3 Benefits, Side Effects and Recommended Daily DosesGet sunshine and get vitamin D3. Human skin makes vitamin D3 when exposed to ultraviolet rays of the sun. Foods like cod liver oil, salmon, tuna, sardines, fortified milk, yogurt, breads, and cereals are good sources too. -
Online Resources for Parents of Children with Asperger SyndromeNo child arrives with an instruction manual. Parenting special needs children brings extra challenges. Combined resources from other parents and expert knowledge is comforting and empowering. -
Asperger Syndrome Symptoms in AdolescenceEmployment and education beyond high school is a distinction for Asperger Syndrome adolescents because of their advanced vocabulary and grammatical skills. But Asperger symptoms can complicate employment, educational, and social opportunity. -
AC's Mid-Summer Features: HIV Prevention, Heat Stroke, Calorie Burning, Swimmer's Ear, & MoreBy following AC submission guidelines each week, 5 articles and 1 video earn main web-page showcased for 7 days in each AC category. Making the top picks is easy, through the examples of these great mid-summer features. -
Make Your Own Paraffin Therapy Spa for Pain ReliefPain due to chronic conditions and temporary medical needs all benefit from paraffin spa therapy. Paraffin therapy baths are recommended by rheumatologists, orthopedists and physical therapists for arthritis, fibromyalgia, sprains and more. -
How to Use Paraffin Therapy at Home for Drug Free Pain ReliefPain relief does not have to come from prescriptions, over-the-counter drugs, or homeopathic orally ingested preparations. Paraffin therapy is a safe alternative for many conditions, with doctor approval. -
Paraffin Baths for Pain Relief: Comparing Brands and SizesOver 100 types of adult and childhood arthritis are listed by the Arthritis Foundation. Health professionals often recommend paraffin therapy to relieve painful symptoms like aches, cramps, throbbing, joint stiffness and more.
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Great Outdoors Review: Catalina State Park in Tucson, ArizonaCatalina State Park is a magnificent natural and historic preserve, basking in the Catalina Mountain range shadows in Southern Arizona. Outdoor recreations welcome all. -
Topamax and Imitrex Generic Migraine Drugs Save MoneyExpensive name-brand drugs have been the leaders in the migraine battle for years. Migraine pain triptan prescriptions, like Imitrex, work to quickly stop the intense pain. -
Clinical Trials and Medical MiraclesExperts shared experiences in medical miracles with caregivers, patients, book lovers, writers, and fans of ABC-TV's series, "Grey's Anatomy," at the Tucson Book Festival, March 14, 2009, on University of Arizona's campus. -
Dining Guide for the Fiesta Bowl in Glendale, ArizonaSky Harbor Airport brings many football fans to Fiesta Bowl events into the greater Phoenix, Arizona area. With car rental keys in hand, Fiesta Bowl fans' commence the search for a cold beer or a good meal. -
Hot Halloween Events in TucsonTucson, Arizona's perfect fall weather gathers young and old to October's many Halloween-themed events around town and out in the country. -
Halloween Contest: RecipesWhat began as a simple, fun Halloween-style substitution for a birthday cake eighteen years ago, is now a crazy tradition in our home.
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Budget Dining in the Luxor, Venetian and Bellagio HotelsMany tasty cheap eats await all along the Las Vegas Strip. It's not easy to narrow the best cheapest down to just ten, but here are some favorites in the Luxor, the Venetian's Grand Canal Shoppes, and the Bellagio Hotel & Casino. -
Music Review: Marc Gunn's "Whiskers in the Jar: Irish Songs for Cat Lovers"Folk music lovers of all sorts flock to Marc Gunn's music, cat lovers or not. "Whiskers in the Jar: Irish Songs for Cat Lovers" is available in CD, iTunes, and MP3 at CDBaby and through Marc Gunn's website.
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Concert Tour Review: Ottmar Liebert & Luna NegraNo wonder they have many Grammy nominations! The barefoot music master and the 'black moon' music wizards must be heard in person, to appreciate their breathtaking talent in the fullest. Their 2008 summer concert series hearkens souls to venues across America. -
Using Antique Furniture to Decorate an Older HomeMost people cannot afford the luxury of clearing out all their current furnishings at once, and replacing them immediately. Mix your current, modern style furniture with antiques to create a cozy, welcoming look. -
Cozy Log Cabin Decoration Ideas for Your HomeThe common theme among log cabin home decoration is simplicity. Old and used brings a more cozy, welcome feeling than new and perfect. -
What is the Proper Attire to Wear to an Informal Job Interview?The easiest advice is what not to wear to an informal interview. Whether you are male or female, do not wear any clothing item with words, pictures, or colorful prints. Bright, flashy colors are not recommended. Stick to the basics and keep it simple. -
Mother's Day Brunch in Tucson, ArizonaMother's Day brunch is a fiesta of delectable choices in Tucson, Arizona.
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Blackout on Las Vegas StripThe Las Vegas Strip has it's priorities all figured out! Not even a power outage halts gambling in "Sin City!"
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Donald Pennington: Profoundly PersonalDon takes the high road in this exclusive interview, sharing his most personal story behind his connection to The Giving Tree and its founder, Libby Wright.
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Renaissance Festival Podcast : Compilation CD by Marc GunnMarc Gunn's newly released project focuses on preserving performances, formerly only witnessed live at Renaissance festivals across the United States. -
Teen Birthday PartyTeen birthday party planning is fun and easy, if you simplify the process. Keep in mind that it's all about allowing laughter and fun in a safe environment - It's not about "Keeping up with the Jones's".
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Business Review: Buck's Automotive Service Center, Tucson, ArizonaThe best automotive shop attracts business by reputation. Customers spread the word about the shop's workmanship, fair pricing, and product knowledge. Thankfully, such word-of-mouth led us to Buck's Automotive Service Center, at 4360 N 1st Avenue in Tucson, Arizona.
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Save Money on Prom Expenses: Prom Dress to LimoProm can be a very expensive night! Save money on prom expenses with these cost-cutting tips!
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Greensburg, Kansas: First Winter After the TornadoA lump grew in my throat, as we crossed into the city limits on Christmas Eve. -
College Bowl Trip: Fiesta in ArizonaThe 2008 Tostitos Fiesta Bowl in Glendale, Arizona, was about the whole trip for me!
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Charla Krupp: Aging SucksAging Sucks . . . Charla Krupp's longevity in the fashion publishing industry gives her a unique perspective in "How Not to Look Old."
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Valentine's Day Party GamesWhether your guests are age 3 or 103, keep Valentine's Day party games simple and everyone has fun! -
Best Travel Tipsters - Just Click N' Go!From girlfriends road trips to the grand retirement trip of a lifetime, the wanna-be traveler need look no further than the travel writers of the AC. Just like the Traveler's Express Card, "Don't leave home without 'em!" -
Women Writers to Watch on the AC in 2008The Associated Content boasts hundreds of prolific, professional writers, male and female. Yet, our culture, as liberated as we are, still many women feel it unladylike to promote their own work, as deserved as it may be. -
How to Be in Jay Leno's Tonight Show Live Audience While You Still CanThe Tonight Show is an American television icon. Jay Leno retires as host in 2009. My teenager and I expertly joined together in a successful adventure as audience members of The Tonight Show with Jay Leno while we still could. You can too! -
Living with Valley Fever Disease"Hindsight is 20/20." Millions of people have had the reality of that saying, as they learn they've lived with Valley Fever for weeks, months, or even years before proper diagnosis. -
It's Lobstah, Not Lobster! - Learning Proper New England Lobster LingoDetermined to test USA Weekend's Lobster Roll Highway theory, we set out to answer the question: "Was Red's Eats truly the lobster roll king of Maine's coastal Route 1?" -
Victims of Irish MusicThe "Victims of Irish Music" have finally been released! Victims? What victims? Oh, yeah - The few poor souls, who haven't heard Marc Gunn's musical Irish-ness, are free at last to enjoy honest Celtic acoustics with the release of his newest CD, "Victims of Irish Music." -
Restaurant Review: Sushi on Oracle in Tucson, ArizonaCurious about sushi, but afraid to dive-in to eating raw fish? No problem! Sushi On Oracle has a potpourri of baked, grilled, and breaded menu items to please you. -
Tornado Levels Greensburg, KansasGreensburg, Kansas was known for its famous "World's Largest Hand-Dug Well." With up to 90% of the town destroyed yesterday, it has a far different recognition in world news today. -
Review: Magpie's Gourmet PizzaMagpie's Gourmet Pizza has been the "Taste of Tucson" for nearly twenty years! Seven locations, strategically placed across the greater Tucson, Arizona area, keep Tucson's Italian casual dining appetites well satisfied. -
Restaurant Review: Gyro's Cafe in TucsonGreek, Kurdish, Turkish, Italian - Gyro's Cafe is All That and More! They only opened in January of 2007, and regulars already come from over twenty-five miles away, just to relax and savor the flavors of Gyro's Cafe. -
Celtic CD Review: Marc Gunn's Irish Drinking Songs: The Cat Lover's CompanionMarc Gunn's Irish tunes hearken back to Burl Ives' ballad styles with a new twist. Random cat 'meows' slip into the mix, evoking the playfulness of Weird Al Yankovic's recordings. -
Autistic Child MurderedSome will try to excuse this tragedy, because of Brandon's autism. Autism is not a justification for murder. Nothing is. Many parents raise autistic children without even contemplating murder.
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Valley Fever: It's Nothing like Spring Fever!Ready or not, spring fever infects us all! In Arizona, spring fever brings Major League Baseball (MLB) spring training games and thousands of Cactus League baseball fans. Valley fever also infects the Southwestern United States, but it's nothing like spring fever! -
Valley Fever: Research, Funding, and Future?The American West is a "fiesta" for Valley Fever! If you visit or live in Arizona, New Mexico, Texas, Nevada, Utah, or California, you have breathed-in the coccidioidomycosis fungus. The fungus causes a lung infection that can lead to pneumonia and even death.
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Real Estate Language: Who Wants a Swamp Cooler in the Desert?Each region of the United States has it own unique features. In Arizona, one feature easily overlooked is some of the unusual terminology found in its real estate advertisements. -
The Secret to Real Estate Language: There's a Beehive in the Arizona Room!Peruse Arizona real estate advertisements and you'll find jargon not found in many parts of the United States, such as: kiva, beehive, Arizona room, golf cart garage, and more! -
Sticky Blood: Tragedy and HopeKen had not been ill. He was not a drug user. He was not a habitual smoker or drinker. He lived a healthy lifestyle, so why were his young, strong, twenty-something-year-old lungs filled with blood clots? -
WhispersMay 2007 marks the 85th anniversary of the death of a Texas town. Few will notice, though descendants of those who lived it, remember their frightened whispers: "If we speak the name 'Quakertown' too loudly, it might happen again."
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DaisyLong after her death, I learned my grandmother & I shared the same favorite blossom. This is my tribute to her and 'our' daisy. -
Day Trip Near Tucson, Arizona: Top 3 Sights in the Huachuca MountainsThe Tucson, Arizona area has much more to offer than cactus and sunshine! Some of the best natural areas await for the appreciative hiker, or bird and wildlife watcherr to breathe-in the hidden beauty of the region's mountain canyons. -
Top Three French Cafés in Tucson, ArizonaThe three best choices for French dining in the greaterTucson, Arizona area are: Joel's Bistro, The American Creperie, and the French Twist Cafe. All welcome guests without reservations, are family-friendly, and even offer tasty vegetarian menu options. -
Coeur D'Alene Lake, Idaho: Three Top Fishing SpotsThere are a multitude of recreational activities to choose from in the Coeur d'Alene Lake area of Northern Idaho, but my favorite is fishing.
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Bird Watching Near Tucson, Arizona: Three Top Places for Shorebirds and WaterfowlThe Tucson, Arizona area is home to some of the best bird watcher spots in the world. Don't overlook this region of the Sonoran Desert for shorebirds and waterfowl. Both are plentiful, if you know where to look!
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Top Mattresses Under $2000A good night's sleep is as important to our health as the food we eat and the exercise we get.
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Blood Disorder: Polycythemia VeraPolycythemia vera is a rare, chronic disease of the blood. It masks itself with many common symptoms that may be misdiagnosed as other problems. This disease is treatable but not curable. Polycythemia vera does not go away, though it can be controlled. -
Best French Cafe in Tucson, ArizonaWhen in the Tucson area . . . Paris awaits you!A brand-new "magnifique" casual French café takes your imagination and your appetite away to France with a "twist" . . . the French Twist Café, that is!
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Best Mistake I Ever MadeNeither of my parents had gone to college. They had no idea how to help direct me through the fog of the college financial aid and scholarship protocol. My high school counselor knew that, and told me to call if I needed help over the summer.