Pam Gaulin
Pam Gaulin is a freelance writer, journalist (B.A., Journalism), new (and next!) media writer and artist. Associated Content named her 2007 Content Producer of the Year. "First for Women" magazine featured her in an article. She has shown her artwork in two ThinkSmall exhibitions as well as "Do Not Fold, Bend, Spindle or Mutilate: Computer Punch Card Art." The first piece of art she ever sold was to her college art professor who fell in love with Gaulin's muppet-like charcoal portrait of the professor.
Her work has appeared on ModernMom.com, Zappos.com, Business.com, NBC and more than 50 more brand websites. She contributes Massachusetts and holiday news to Yahoo! News, celebrity news and TV recaps to Yahoo! omg! and Gather Entertainment News, lifestyle articles to Yahoo! Shine and Demand Media and has been published on Yahoo! Movies, Yahoo! Finance and Yahoo! Sports.
She is the editor of "Web Site Source Book," a library reference book and was previously project leader working on quality control and editorial for a database for K-12 school libraries. She served as the Happenings Editor of both the "Valley Advocate" newspaper where she wrote feature articles and edited weekly and seasonal entertainment and community calendars.
She also wrote the weekly ArtsWatch and TV columns. She has professional experience writing business news and marketing copy for banks, telecommunications companies, personal finance and real estate professionals. She also worked as an accounting clerk. Currently she is working on several children's books and a YA novel.
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Her work has appeared on ModernMom.com, Zappos.com, Business.com, NBC and more than 50 more brand websites. She contributes Massachusetts and holiday news to Yahoo! News, celebrity news and TV recaps to Yahoo! omg! and Gather Entertainment News, lifestyle articles to Yahoo! Shine and Demand Media and has been published on Yahoo! Movies, Yahoo! Finance and Yahoo! Sports.
She is the editor of "Web Site Source Book," a library reference book and was previously project leader working on quality control and editorial for a database for K-12 school libraries. She served as the Happenings Editor of both the "Valley Advocate" newspaper where she wrote feature articles and edited weekly and seasonal entertainment and community calendars.
She also wrote the weekly ArtsWatch and TV columns. She has professional experience writing business news and marketing copy for banks, telecommunications companies, personal finance and real estate professionals. She also worked as an accounting clerk. Currently she is working on several children's books and a YA novel.
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How to Manage Receipts for Creative TypesOnce you turn a profit and move from hobbyist to a self-employed person or business owner, you'll need to know how to wrangle your receipts.
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Modern Day Christmas Clubs for Frugal MomsFrugal moms can start saving now for their Christmas fund, or for some mad money. There are easy ways to earn some extra money you can use towards gifts.
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5 Ways to Brighten Interior Spaces for SpringSpring is in the air. Maybe it's because winter barely made a showing. Brighten up your interior spaces and invite the season of renewal into your home.
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Games Kids Play at Bedtime and How to Play DefenseI never thought my young son was playing me until my mom came to visit for Christmas vacation. I used the information to plan my defense against his bedtime offense. So far, we're both winning.
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Stop Hating the Paneling: Paint it InsteadYes, you can paint paneling, easily. The results are better than you may expect.
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Everyday Leftovers: Extraordinary MakeoversWe buy less, cook less, and promise ourselves everyday that if we make too much we will find a tasty use for those leftovers. Find creative ways to incorporate homemade leftovers into something not just tasty but extraordinary.
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Decoding Kale: Buying, Cooking and Enjoying Healthy GreensKale is much easier to make than I thought, as I found out when I brought home a large bunch this week.
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First Person: How I Worked a Cable Bill Increase in My Favor, Saving $240I negotiated my way out of a $216/year increase on my cable and Internet bill, walking away with a bill that’s lower than it was before the increase, saving a total of $240. I did it and so can you.
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Can I Freeze It? Food Freezing Guide for Tricky Dairy FoodsWe’re all trying to save money and not waste food. One way to do that is to freeze extra food. You may have cooked too much food, or maybe you won’t have time to use a fresh food before it expires.
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Outdoor Winter Projects to Finish Before It SnowsLet it snow, but not before these essential outdoor winter projects are completed.
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Minimizing Greed at the Holidays Without Being a GrinchWhen toy season arrives kids go wild. Even the most mild-mannered and polite child come down with a serious case of the "I wants." Luckily, it's curable.
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Decorating with Ikat Designs: 2012 TrendIkat fabrics are anything but new, but they are trendy in 2012.
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Emergency Holiday Recipe SubstitutionsYou made your list, you checked it twice, yet you’re still missing an essential holiday recipe greeting. Don’t panic. You’re smart. You’re innovative. You can improvise.
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Nov. 4: Use Your Common Sense Day, King Tut Day, National Candy Day, National Chicken Lady DayStop being a chicken, King Tut, common sense, and candy.Also published on:
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Nov. 3: National Men Make Dinner Day, Cliche Day, Sandwich DayMen in the kitchen, that's so cliche, and sandwiches.Also published on:
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Nov. 2: Plan Your Epitaph Day, Day of the Dead, National Deviled Egg Day, Cookie Monster DayTombstone phrases, departed souls, deviled eggs, Cookie Monster.Also published on:
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Decorating Interiors with Graphic Blues from Benjamin MooreDark blue, inky blue, the blueprint ink blue of 2011 creates a graphic element when combined with a sharp and cool white. Choose your blue and use found images to create one-of-a-kind decor.
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4 Weekend DIY Projects to Finish Before ChristmasFrom the bathroom to the guest room, here are four projects you can tackle before the holidays.
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Unexpected Text Messages from Your College StudentHelping your first-year student navigate a transition to college is not always as easy as it sounds, especially when the text messages start.
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Nov. 1: National Cook for Your Pets Day, National Vinegar Day, All Saints Day, Ebony Magazine AnniversaryPet nutrition, sour foods, All Saint's Day, Ebony Magazine.Also published on:
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Stop Hiding the Vegetables!I've done it to my husband but would never do it to my son. I don't hide vegetables at dinner. I cook them gently and parade them out, touting their virtues to anyone who will listen (who, as it turns out, is my son!).
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Oct. 31: Halloween, Books for Treats, Mount Rushmore Completion, National Candy Apple DayTricks and treats, knock-knock jokes, candy apples, and dead presidents.Also published on:
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2011 Halloween Trick-or-Treating Times in MassachusettsIf you want to catch people while they're home and they still have the "good" candy, stick to the listed times for your town.
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Oct. 26: Mincemeat Pie Day, Diwali, Gunfight at the O.K. Corral Anniversary, Howl at the Moon NightMincemeat, festival of lights, a gunfight, and howling.Also published on:
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How to Mix Orange and Brown Acrylic Paint for Fall Landscape PaintingsCapture the spectrum of orange and browns in your fall landscape paintings by mixing a handful of acrylic paint colors. -
How to Mix Purple Acrylic PaintCrockett Johnson's Harold used a purple crayon, Prince sang about Purple Rain, and how majestic would those purple mountains be without the color purple? Mixing purple acrylic paint can be tricky. It's not as simple as mixing equal parts of red and blue. -
Healthiest Fall FoodsEnjoy the bounty of the fall with the healthiest seasonal foods. -
How Men Can Accessorize a Fall OutfitFall dressing for men is all about the next level and taking risks.Also published on: -
Managing a Peanut-Free HalloweenYour child or you child’s schoolmates may have a peanut allergy. Parents of kids with allergies and friends of kids with allergies can still celebrate Halloween.
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Renovate Your Kitchen With PaintYou may think your kitchen needs a complete makeover. But does it? Are there some perceived issues with the kitchen that can be fixed with paint? -
5 Upcycled Vases for Creative Fall CenterpiecesIn between meal time, homework time and mom’s quite coffee time, does you kitchen table loo too bare? Embrace the fall season and keep the harvest colors close. Upcycle these readily available materials to make fall centerpieces.
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Preparing and Steaming an Acorn SquashEach fall the produce section of your grocery store, local farmers markets, and maybe even your garden each fill up with squash.
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Video Games Are like Candy: Mom's DilemmaA video game is like candy. We let them have it, try to monitor it, we moderate their intake, all while feeling guilty for letting them have it at all.
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September is Backpack Safety Month: Remedies for ParentsWearing a backpack to school should not apply to kids. When school-aged children are bogged down with backpacks that are too heavy, it puts a serious strain on their backs.
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September is Baby Safety Month: Good and Bad Baby Safety ProductsSeptember is Baby Safety Month, is your home ready for baby?
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Tips and Tricks for Lighting a BedroomYou may be left in the dark if you rely solely on an overhead light and a small reading lamp in your bedroom.
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What Your Kitchen is Missing and How to Fix ItSure you have the stove, the fridge and the appliances and gadgets you need to cook, but what is your kitchen missing?
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Beans, Beans the Magical Food: Better Health for Your FamilyBeans, beans, fun to say and fun to eat. On my quest to cook more heart-healthy foods for my entire family, I've turned to beans.
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Spruce Up Your Home Office for FallThe kids have all returned to school and your neglected home office needs some changes.
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Letting Go of Firsts: Lessons for MommiesYesterday was the first day in my son's life that he didn't eat lunch with me.
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Safari Chic Bedroom: A Perfect Winter StaycationRedecorate your bland bedroom with Safari Chic and you'll actually relax on your next staycation.
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4 Affordable Ways to Upgrade Your Bedroom for FallUpgrade your bedroom with these affordable changes. -
Budgeting 101 for College Students and Their Parentsn some ways budgeting for college students should be easy. Learn why and how to should work on a budget with your college student.
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Encouraging Your College Student to Be FrugalParents can teach students how to be frugal - before they go off to college. Students can track social spending, one of the biggest impulse expenses on college campuses. Learn how to save on books, essentials and entertainment costs.
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What to Look for in an Environmentally Friendly PaintYou may desire for an updated room created with a fresh coat of a rich paint. Chances are you won't compromise your family's health for that color.
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What to Know About Volatile Organic CompoundsPaint and food have something in common: additives.
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Green Entertaining BasicsMake your next party a hit with your eco-conscious friends by following these green entertaining tips. -
Maximizing Your Social and Study Time in CollegeWhen you're in college, you have more times on your hands than you ever did before.
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4 Guilt-Free Picnic FoodsSkip the mayo, the pre-bagged salads, and white hot dog buns for these healthier picnic foods.
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5 Natural Remedies for the Summer Hair BluesSunshine, ocean water, chlorine: they make for a great summer day, but they're not always kind to your hair. You can keep your hair looking fabulous all summer long by using tips and tricks from salon professionals.
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7 Ways to Upgrade Your BreakfastSay goodbye to toaster pastries, sugar-laden cereals, yogurt cups that are filled half-way with syrupy and mushy fruit.
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Fun, Patriotic Decorating Ideas for the Fourth of JulyFourth of July is fun, tasty and festive. Make your own decorations to match the fun mood of everyone's favorite summer holiday! -
2011 4th of July Fireworks in MassachusettsHappy Fourth of July, Massachusetts! Here's your comprehensive guide to 2011's 4th of July fireworks from North Shore to the Cape, through Central and Southeastern Massachusetts, out to Western Massachusetts, the Pioneer Valley and beyond. -
4th of July Early Bird Fireworks 2011 in Massachusetts: June 24-25Don't miss out on 4th of July fireworks displays in 2011! Some Massachusetts communities are celebrating the Fourth of July holiday one weekend early, as a cost-saving measure. -
Low-Sodium Diet Starter Recipe: Turkey Meatballs and Veggie SauceThe salt is off the table and the menu. Now what? -
How I Fed a Family of Four on $75Planning a menu of three meals a day for a family of four for seven days was trickier than I expected. -
Brains Beat Beauty: Bethenny Frankel Outranks J. Lo on Forbes ListBethenny Frankel, reality TV star, best selling author and health food chef is worth more than the most beautiful woman in the world.Also published on: -
Painted Furniture Projects for SpringFrom forgotten furniture to leftover wall paint, you probably already have everything you need for a spring furniture painting project. -
May 4: Great American Grump Out, Orange Juice Day, International Respect for Chickens DayGrumpy people: lighten up, exercise, have some orange juice and respect chickens.Also published on:
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Pinks for Any RoomPinks are not just for a little girl's bedroom anymore.
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Making the Most Out of Furniture in a Small Living SpaceDemand more from your furniture. Living in small spaces requires you to choose furniture wisely.
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Quick Housecleaning Tips for Pet OwnersWhen you are accustomed to having pets it's easy to overlook the layer of pet hair that comes with the territory. -
How to Safely Dust Your Home OfficeYour home office should be a space you relish, so make it clean and inviting. -
Healthy Memorial Day Side DishesMemorial Day kicks off the beginning of summer in a tasty way.
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One Week of Fresh Lunches for KidsVariety is the spice of life. It's also the not-so mysterious secret to encourage your kids to eat their homemade lunches they bring to school.
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Graduation for Three: Budgeting and HostingGraduation season is hitting us with a triple whammy this year. Here's how we intend to tackle it.Also published on:- Yahoo! US Your Wisdom
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Inviting dinner back to the table: A family affairThe most functional and harmonious homes I've visited in my life are the ones where the kitchen or dining room tables are used for something too rare in our modern times: family dinner.Also published on:- Yahoo! US Your Wisdom
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5 Flea Market Items You Can't Pass Up: Going Shabby ChicDistinctive charm cannot be bought first-hand. An authentic shabby chic decor incorporates just the right mix of new, old and "oh my goodness, where did you find that piece?"
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Best Fabric Choices for Sun PorchesYour sun porch should warm you, inside and out. The room needs to feel cozy and inviting, casual and unassuming.
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Most Durable Fabrics for a Family RoomWhen purchasing new throw pillows, upholstered furniture or a new cover for that old chair, there's more to consider than color and style. Consider the cost of maintaining the fabric.
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Strange Ways to Make Art Prints with Recycled MaterialYou don't need lots of expensive printing equipment or supplies to make creative and funky prints.
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Carved Print Crafts for All AgesMaking print crafts using carvings involves drawing, carving and planning skills. Older school age children can carve images using soap.
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3 Colorful Monoprint Crafts for KindergartenOriginal art provides the best art for your home's walls, when your child makes that art, it rates as priceless. Printmaking takes many forms in art, from easy stamp type printing to more complicated images created through intricate carvings.
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My Foodie Story: A Little Italian, a Lot of FlavorMy zealous interest in food started soon after my birth. According to my mom, a gourmet cook and lifelong dieter, the only thing my baby belly could handle was beef broth. -
10 Tips for Disciplining Your School-Age ChildAs a work-at-home mom, most of the discipline falls onto my lap. Every child responds differently, some of these may work for you. -
Ways to Transform Your Bedroom on a BudgetAre you looking for a quiet sanctuary where you can can escape or a sexy boudoir? You can transform your bedroom into either without spending a lot of money. -
National Sourdough Bread Day, April Fool's Day, Fun at Work Day: April 1The only that should be sour today is bread. Happy April Fool's Day!Also published on:
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NJ Housewife Teresa Giudice Gets Punched like SnookiTeresa Giudice, star of "The Real Housewives of New Jersey," shopaholic, stage mom and cookbook author, was punched in the face in a barAlso published on:
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Bunsen Burner Day, National Clam on a Half Shell Day, Terri's Day: March 31March 31 is for honoring the Bunsen burner inventor, clams and Terri Shiavo.Also published on:
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Happy 40th Birthday, StarbucksStarbucks is looking good on its 40th Birthday. How did they grow to a public company with a total 17,009 stores (as of January 2, 2011)?Also published on:
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Doctors Day, Turkey Neck Soup Day, I Am in Control Day, Walk in the Park Day: March 30March 30 is for combines turkey neck soup, doctors, control and a walk in the park.Also published on:
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Bacteria Hot Spots in the HomeThese five bacteria hot spots in your home need to be tamed. While most of us don't have time to clean everything every day, there are special areas of concern that should not be ignored. -
Five Disgusting Facts About DustAt the surface dust seems so harmless. It's just that random "stuff" that collects on undisturbed surfaces in our homes. -
How to Dust Without Scratching SurfacesLike a doctor, when you dust, you first want to do no harm. Damaging or scratching something while dusting is not the goal. -
Dusting Tips for Home Entertainment SystemsWe covet our home entertainment systems, so shouldn't we keep them as clean and dust-free as we can? -
How Often Should You Dust?If your answer is "more often than I do," welcome to the club. -
FSA: March 15 is Use it or Lose it DayTuesday, March 15, 2011, is your last chance to use the money in your Flexible Savings Account, also known as a Flexible Savings Arrangement (FSA).Also published on:
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Social Gamers of Zynga's FarmVille Can Donate to Japan's Tsunami VictimsWithin a day after the devastating tsunami hit Japan, the folks at Zynga placed a donation vehicle inside the online game.Also published on:
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St. Patrick's Day Traditions in the U.S.In America we like to say, "everyone is Irish on St. Patrick's Day" and enjoy the green beer, corned beef and cabbage, revelry and parades. On St. Patrick's Day, March 17, 2011, we'll do just that.Also published on: -
2011 Neutral Paint Color Trends to Sell Your HomeNeutral colors sell houses. That does mean you should settle for your early 1990s paint job because it was once a shade of white. Not painting your interior walls a current neutral paint color will cost you more when that offer does come through. -
Exotic 2011 Paint Color Trends for Your HomeStaycations take on new meaning when you adorn your favorite room with exotic and worldly paint colors. You can bring the mystery and adventure from abroad into your family room, living room or den with these bright 2011 interior wall colors. -
2011 Paint Color Trends for Artisans and Crafters from Sherwin-Williams and Yolo ColorhouseWhether you're knitting wrist warmers, painting ceramics or creating other handicrafts and art to sell on Etsy or give away as gifts, your creative space should sing to you.
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'Survivor: Redemption Island': Best Tribal Council Ever!Tribal council on Episode 1 of "Survivor: Redemption Island" featured the best tribal council, ever! With a premiere like that, it will be hard not to watch next week's episode.Also published on:- Yahoo! US News
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Was the 'American Idol' Group Segment Too Hard?Last night's "American Idol" contestants met their biggest match yet, and no, his name is not Randy Jackson or Steven Tyler. Many of the "American Idol" contestants floundered and only a few excelled thanks to the group segment of the competition.Also published on:- Yahoo! US News
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Kristin Cavallari Comes Out of 'The Hills' Closet: It was Fake!Did MTV, "The Hills" and Kristin Cavallari fake you out? Are you disappointed that you actually cared about these faux dramas?Also published on: -
Cotton Ball and Cereal Rainbow Crafts for SpringCelebrate St. Patrick's Day, spring, summer. Use the cotton rainbow crafts for any lesson about the weather, rain or color theory. -
Making Cheap Valentine's Day Craft and Card SuppliesSave yourself some money and have a good time making these homemade arts and crafts supplies for homemade Valentine's Day cards or holiday decorations.
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Sherwin-Williams "Restless" and Bright 2011 Paint ColorsThe Sherwin-Williams "Restless" interior paint color collection 2011 is like a small toddler: it can't sit still. The vibrant hues spread energy and excitement.
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Sherwin-Williams Saturated Paint Colors for 2011Soak in the colors from the Sherwin-Williams 2011 paint collection. These are the deep, protective hues that envelop you into their space. They are familiar, yet hold a sense of mystery. They are exotic, yet make you feel right at home. -
5 Cozy Home Decor Fabric Trends for 2011 You Can't MissTake a fond look back and cherry pick the coziest home decor elements from the previous decades. Celebrate heritage and comforting patterns, in a new way. These five home decor trends for 2011 rely on familiar and homey designs from our shared past.
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Toyota Recalls Lexus Models for Safety IssuesEach time there is a headline about a Toyota recall, my heart sinks a little. I click through and hope my 2005 Matrix AWD is not on the list.Also published on:
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Orange County Choppers Foreclosure: Fact, Fiction or FantasyThe most dramatic scene from Orange County Choppers' "American Chopper" last night was the preview that showed a headline with OCC and their money troubles printed in a big bold headline.Also published on:- Yahoo! US News
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Oscar Nominations and Nominees for the Academy Awards 2011Who was nominated? Did your favorite movie make the list? Is the Academy in touch with what you love about the movies?
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Oscar Nominations: "The King's Speech" and "True Grit" Outnumber the RestThe Oscar nominations announced this morning recognized "The King's Speech" and "True Grit" as the best movies of the year, as both received the most nominations. -
Artist Paint Brushes: Quick Guide to Buying and UsingBrush up your artistic knowledge. If you're just as overwhelmed by the number of artist paint brush types as you are by the rainbow hues of acrylic and oil paints, then you need to go back to the basics.
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10 Tips for Kids When Drawing AnimalsHonor your favorite pet or your favorite wild animal with a drawing or painting. All you need is some paper and your favorite writing instrument. -
Shamrock Crafts for KidsShamrocks and clovers bring spring green to any bulletin board, doorway, or wall. Celebrate spring and St. Patrick's Day with shamrock and clover crafts. -
Pussy Willow Spring Crafts for KidsPussy willows crop up at the beginning of one the spring season. Celebrate spring with these three crafts for kids. -
Easy Ways to Eat 5 to 9 Servings of Fruit and Vegetables a DayWhen you strive for your ideal amount of fruits and vegetables each day it's harder to squeeze in the junk food. -
Decoding Fennel: Nutrition, Recipe Ideas and CookingIf fennel is the produce aisle equivalent of "The Da Vinci Code," and you need it decoded and deciphered, you're in the right place. -
Diet Plateau: A Shopping List to Get You Back on TrackAfter exercising religiously for two to three months, the fourth month may bring you to a plateau. -
Money Talks: 5 Ways to Start Agreeing and Stop the FightingSave your money, save your relationship. Sound simple? It's not. In order to start agreeing with your spouse or partner about money, you first have to start talking about money. -
Critics Choice Award Winners 2011: Inception, the Social Network and Natalie PortmanOnly time will tell how closely the Oscars follow in the footsteps of the Critics Choice Awards. Natalie Portman and Colin Firth were the stars of the day at the Los Angeles ceremony yesterday. -
10-Minute Vegetarian: Pan-Cooked Pierogies and SpinachMake a quick and tasty vegetarian dish in less than 10 minutes. Each uses frozen pierogis, although you can make your own and freeze them ahead of time if you want. In less than 10 minutes, you'll have a tasty meal without any meat! -
Easy Vegetarian Super Bowl Appetizer IdeasThis may be the first time you party since New Year's, but that doesn't mean you have to forgo vegetables! You may also have some vegetarian guests at your Super Bowl party. Serve these easy vegetarian appetizers that even the meat eaters will try. -
Valentine's Day Crafts for Kindergarten: Sight WordsParents and teachers can use sight words in Valentine's Day crafts and card making, to combine art with literacy skills. -
Dangerously Effective: Herbal Essences Dangerously Straight Pin Straight Shampoo and ConditionerThe reformulated Pin Straight Shampoo and Conditioner from Herbal Essences made my hair routine faster and easier, and I did not have to add any leave-in products to help untangle my hair.
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Gray is the New Beige: Interior Paint Colors for 2011 and BeyondGray is the new beige. If you can't embrace gray as the new neutral, then you've completely missed the elegant color palettes of Windsor Smith and the move toward a neutral which can go cool or warm. -
Brave New Mommy: Baby Showers Beyond Pink and BlueThere's a new breed of mommies in town. They don't need the traditional pink or blue baby shower decorations. They will pale at the sight of baby chick yellow. Instead, make the baby shower both festive and chic with a modern color scheme.
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Gift Card Exchange: 5 Ways to Get Something BetterIt happens. You receive a gift card during the holidays, on your birthday, or from an employer as a small "thank you." The only problem is you don't shop that store eat at that restaurant. -
2011 Interior Paint Color Trend: Deep Purple from Benjamin MoorePurple is the new darling of home interior design.
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Benjamin Moore and Pottery Barn Winter Paint Colors: Blues and GraysPaint your way to Pottery Barn Nirvana with these winter paint colors from Benjamin Moore with these blues and grays.
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Tips for Making Acrylic Color Mixing Cheat SheetsLike a good chef in the kitchen, an acrylic painter needs to document success stories. Remember that perfect banana bread you made the last time you baked? It's no different than the perfect shade of gray you made the last time you painted.
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How to Mix Light and Medium Greens for Acrylic PaintingAre your greens muddy? Does your green look too much like a lemon or have dark blue hues? You may be using the wrong colors.
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5 Tips for Painting Trees in AcrylicsYou don't have to be Bob Ross to paint happy little trees.
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4 Ways to Upscale a Discarded Tequila BottleOn my walk to the ice-covered lake I made a grand find: an empty Silver Patron Tequila bottle on the side of the road. The bottle's shape inspired me take it home and turn it into something beautiful. -
Celebrity Naughty or Nice List 2010Entertainment reporters and the paparazzi made Santa Claus' job a whole lot easier this year. He only needs to take a look back at the year's top celebrity headlines to sort out nice and the naughty this holiday season. -
Pastel Painting Color Picking Guide for Beginning ArtistsPastels sticks will try to seduce you into buying each and every color. Because pastels cannot quite be blended as directly as paints, you may succumb. For beginners, a more simple color selection will suffice. -
Pastel Painting: Pastel Types for Beginning ArtistsPastels are not just fancy crayons, they are the colorful means to a creative end. Which types of pastels should you choose when you first delve into pastel painting? -
Seasonal Art: Easy Craft Idea for Winter, Spring, Summer, or FallBring the wonder of the season indoors with this easy craft idea anyone can make. The small size of the craft makes it ideal for seasonal decorating.
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Benjamin Moore Envision 2011 Interior Paint Colors: Darks and BrightsSolid neutrals and a few bold choices round out the Benjamin Moore Envision 2011 color palette, which is dominated by the palest of hues.
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Pastel Painting for Beginners: Which Paper Should I Use?Surface matters when painting with pastels. Consider texture, color and thickness when choosing a surface for your pastel masterpiece. -
Benjamin Moore Envision 2011 Interior Paint Colors: LightsEmbrace the ethereal with Benjamin Moore Envision 2011 interior paint color palette. The wall paint hues whisper sweet nothings, and only a few speak above that whisper.
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4 Non-Blondes: Young Actors to WatchWe're having a brunette moment. Did you notice? -
Free Holiday Concerts in Boston Massachusetts 2010December has been snow-less so far in Massachusetts, let's bring in the holiday spirit with some Christmas, Hanukkah and seasonal concerts in the Boston area.
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Home Computer Desk Organizing: Easy and Inexpensive Supplies to Get it DoneOrganizing supplies for your home computer desk should not cost more than the ink for your computer. Cheaper versions and re-purposed items you already have at home work just as effectively. -
Simple Tips for Computer Desk OrganizingProductivity wants to be your new BFF. But you're so busy looking for your mouse and that Post-it that you missed her text message. Spend less time looking for important notes and papers and more time creating, writing or communicating.
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5 Ways to Balance Light Paint Colors: Marrying Feminine and Masculine ElementsFeminine colors for home wall colors flow into design trends when you least expect them. With these ideas even the most timid of homeowners can lighten up when they consider the possibilities.
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Christmas TV Specials: Schedule 2010Curious to know when your favorite Christmas specials are on TV this year? -
Christmas on TV: Christmas Classics on November 30, 2010If you think Christmas started early in the stores, wait until you read tonight's TV schedule. -
Top Black Friday 2010 Prices on Microsoft Xbox, Kinect and 360 Video GamesSkip the boxes of clothes and get right to the stuff they want: all things Xbox. From Kinect to Xbox Live subscriptions and the best Xbox games, here is your guide to 2010 Black Friday sales. -
Top IPod Black Friday 2010 Deals RevealedThe iPod continues to be a hot gift item this year. The kids are longing for an iPod Touch. The 2010 Black Friday prices for the iPod Touch and the iPod Nano have been revealed. Comparison shop using this guide before braving the stores on Black Friday. -
Top 2010 Black Friday Deals on Netbooks and Netbook Bundles AnnouncedWhen a smartphone is too small and a laptop is too much, your new BFF could be the netbook. Use these shopping tips and details about the best Black Friday 2010 deals to pick yours this holiday season. -
Top Black Friday 2010 TV Deals: HDTV, LCD, PlasmaThe Brady girls knew how to bring home a gift the home family could enjoy. As much as they wanted a new sewing machine, they opted for a new TV set instead, for the whole family. Find the top Black Friday sales prices here for 2010. -
Top Cyber Monday Deals 2010Find what you really want on Cyber Monday. -
Teaching Etiquette to Children Using Board GamesGeorge Washington can teach parents and children a thing or to about etiquette and board games.
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Trim the Tree and Your Waistline: Healthy Holiday TreatsYou're watching your wallet and your waistline this holiday season. You can enjoy tasty and healthy holiday treats without breaking the calorie bank or your bottom (line).
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Guilt-Free Winter Drinks: From Hot Chocolate to Holiday CocktailsWith some modifications and substitutions, you can still fit into that slinky NYE dress, without missing out on delicious winter drinks.
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Top 5 Oddities from the Midterm Election 2010Election Day, Nov. 2, 2010, was anything but ordinary. Public nudity, Happy Meals, English and Sharia Law took center stage. These measures are simply a distraction from what truly matters right now: health care, unemployment and taxes.Also published on: -
Lil Wayne Released from Jail: Lessons from Post-Prison CelebritiesLil Wayne can learn some lessons from other post-prison celebrities if he doesn't want to repeat mistakes from the past.Also published on: -
"Megamind" Coloring Pages: Free, Printable Fun and Online GamesWhere to find free "Megamind" coloring pages, printable 3-D characters and educational games.
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Emma Watson Vogue Cover, Photos and Feeling "Sick" Over Her Vast FortuneYou know her as Hermione Granger, the smartest witch of her generation, as far as the Harry Potter universe is concerned. Emma Watson graces the cover of December Vogue and discusses style, her hair and money.
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2010 Massachusetts Ballot Questions: Results and AnalysisRemember when you were in college and the biggest rally turnouts centered around the students' rights to drink on campus? The alcohol tax repeal brought people to to the polls yesterday.
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2010 Massachusetts Election Results: Democrats Hold StrongMassachusetts still leans Democratic. Democratic incumbenents successfully fought off Republican and Independent challengers for Governor and Congressional Seats. The Republicans did make gains in the Massachusetts House of Representatives.
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SyFy Dumps "Caprica" for "Blood & Chrome"Without even giving "Caprica" a chance to blossom, the SyFy Channel chooses to go with "Blood & Chrome," another Battlestar Galactica spin-off instead.
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Massachusetts Ballot Questions 2010: Sales Tax on AlcoholLast time around it was dog racing and marijuana. Now Massachusetts residents are faced with tax and low-income housing ballot questions on November 2, 2010. -
Easy Red and Green Christmas Decorations You Can MakeEmbrace the traditional hues of Christmas with these red and green decorations you can make at home. -
Where Do I Vote? Voting Locations by Zipcode (VIDEO)The day is finally here, when we can say, "good-bye" to the barrage of political advertisements. Watch this brief video showin you how to use Google Maps to find your voting location, in any state. -
Preschool Turkey Craft: Turkey Puppet GloveYou've never been so happy to find a mismatched glove as you are today. That solo glove is your main inspiration for the turkey puppet glove.
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Trick-or-Treat Times Halloween 2010 in MassachusettsWhere and when to trick-or-treat on Halloween weekend 2010 in Massachusetts. -
Spanish Language Voting Resources for Massachusetts ElectionsGovernment and non-partisan resources for Spanish-speaking voters in Massachusetts. -
Hollywood Star Whacker Victims According to the QuaidsEvi and Randy Quaid fear for their lives. Evi Quaid claims eight of Randy's friends have been murdered by the mysterious Star Whackers. Who do they claim fell victim to this mysterious and imaginary group? -
Beyonce Not Pregnant According to Mom Tina Knowles (VIDEO)US Magazine looked everyone in the eye, with a straight face and printed and exclusive story about Beyonce being pregnant. According to her mom, it's simply not true. Who are you going to believe? -
Juan Williams Fired: Free Speech Vs. Editorial PolicyJuan Williams is the latest journalist to feel the ax for making comments not in line with editorial policy.Also published on: -
Halloween Costume Ideas 2010: Snooki from "The Jersey Shore"t's sneaking up on you, not, that's not The Situation behind you, it's Halloween. If you want to wear a Halloween costume that meets all of the minimum Halloween costume requirements, consider this Halloween costume idea for 2010: Snooki.
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Halloween Costume Ideas 2010: Lady Gaga Meat DressLast year there was a sea of Lady Gaga's on Halloween. If you feel the need to be Lady Gaga this Halloween, only the Lady Gaga meat dress costume will do. The only other Lady Gaga Halloween costume option is the anti-meat dress.
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5 Halloween Costume Ideas 2010: Celebrities as InspirationIf you consider yourself a celebrity gossip hound, and you need your daily fix like some people need coffee (or FarmVille, take your pick), why not pay tribute to your favorite celebrities with one of these Halloween Costume ideas for 2010?
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Homemade Pirate CostumeThe Halloween ship hasn't sailed without you. There's still time to create a homemade pirate costume. This is not a sewing project. It's a pillage and assemble project! -
10 Halloween Group Costume Ideas for 2010Which one's naughty and which one's nice? You and your friends can choose one of these hot group Halloween costume ideas for 2010. -
Halloween Costume Ideas 2010: Justin BieberMen, women, boys and girls, any one of you can be Justin Bieber this Halloween. -
Super Bowl XLV Crafts: DIY Party InvitationsCompete with your friends for the best Super Bowl party ever, starting with your Super Bowl XLV party invitations. Score big with these DIY party invitations. -
Cute Halloween Cupcakes Kids Can DecoratePlay with your food, kids, starting with Halloween cupcakes.
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Must-Have Holiday Gifts of 2010: Toys for GirlsLooking for hot toy ideas for the holiday season for your daughter, niece or granddaughter? -
Palette Knife Art LessonGet crazy with paints and painting tools and create depth and texture in your art, starting with the palette knife. -
Amazing Art Stamps You Didn't Know You HadYou can make even better stamping designs with some creative foraging through your home and using these amazing art stamps you didn't know you already owned. The best part is, they're free.
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Easy Paper Marbling Methods for All AgesPaper marbling creates one-of-a kind art on paper, using paint, a suspension medium, paper and some basic arts and crafts supplies. -
5 Ways to Increase Productivity at WorkNot knowing where the time went at the end of the work day could be a positive sign that you love what you do, or it could indicate that you find yourself with too much work left at the end of the day.
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How to Balance Vacation Fun with a Healthy LifestyleIf you knew there was a way to lower your blood pressure, improve your overall emotional state and reduce stress, would you try it? All you need is a healthy 7-day vacation once or twice a year.
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How to Gain Control of Your Personal FinancesIf your debt is roaring like a hungry tiger in the jungle, and it's causing you stress or anxiety, it's time to tame the money beast and gain control of your personal finances. -
Cheap Christmas and Holiday Vacation IdeasEnjoy the Christmas and holiday season with a vacation. -
Tips for Credit Card Fraud PreventionPreventive measures will help keep your credit card and personal information safe and secure. -
Why Women Need to Stop Obsessing Over Fake Long EyelashesWhenever I open a magazine or turn on the TV I am bombarded with creepy, crawly spider leg length eyelashes. -
2010 Massachusetts 10th U.S. House District: It's a Toss-Up Between Democrat William Keating and Republican Jeffrey PerryThe race is on for the Massachusetts' 10th U.S. House District seat once held by John Quincy Adams.Also published on:
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10 surprisingly banned booksThe pen is mightier than the sword, and apparently it's also way more offensive. Some of the books on the list of banned and challenged books may surprise you.Also published on: -
Financial Planning Tips for Early RetirementTypical retirement age is 65. But you're not typical, are you? You want to retire early, leaving the marathon office meetings, conference calls and scheduled days behind you.Also published on:
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How Much Money Will I Need for Retirement?If the question, "How Much Money Will I Need for Retirement?" confuses you as much as the "fickle fuddled words" in the song, "The Space Between" by the Dave Matthews Band, then it's time to sit down and do the math. -
What Are Individual Retirement Accounts (IRAs)?Your favorite uncle may not be named Sam when it's time to retire. If you want to enjoy retirement by living at least at the same comfort level you are living now, you need to start saving an investing for your own retirement. -
10 Retirement Planning Tips for WomenWomen need to latch on to their purse strings and hold on tightly, if they want to have a glass half full rather than half empty when they retire.Also published on: -
Retirement Plan Options for Stay-At-Home-MomsStay-at-home moms take on a lot of unpaid work around the home, yet retirement still needs to be considered.Also published on: -
How to Get the Most Out of Your Company's Retirement PlanThere is a reason your company considers its retirement plan an employee benefit: it is. You can make your company's retirement plan work for you, no matter how long you plan on staying with the company. -
Must-Have Holiday Gifts of 2010: GadgetsSo many to choose, so little time! There are endless choices for gadget gifts this holiday season.
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Checklist for Your Holiday BudgetBudget your holiday with this checklist and enjoy a stress-free season.Also published on:
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California's 2010 Senate Race: Close Race Between Incumbent Barbara Boxer and Carly FiorinaBarbara Boxer and Carly Fiorina are vying for the U.S. Senator seat in California in the 2010 election. The polls are tight, although the percentage for error and the percentage of undecided voters could translate to different story on election day.Also published on:
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Tips for Switching Your Puppy's FoodPuppies, as playful and unstructured as they are, need a stable and consistent diet. -
Feeding Guidelines for Your Small-Breed PuppyFeed your Boston terrier, miniature poodle or other small-breed puppy the proper nutritious dog foods, in the right portions and at the correct frequency, to help him grow to his full, healthy potential. -
Tips for Reading a Dog Food LabelSimilar to nutrition and ingredient labels on human foods, dog foods also come with detailed labels. -
'Big Brother' 12 Episode 16 Recap & ReviewRachel and Brendon were on the chopping block last night, bringing an end to one of the most despised show romances ever filmed on unscripted TV.
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Best Buys During the 2010 Massachusetts Sales Tax Holiday WeekendSavvy Massachusetts shoppers can maximize their dollars with smart shopping during the 2010 tax-free holiday, the weekend of August 14-15, 2010.Also published on:
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Massachusetts Tax Free Weekend 2010 GuideYour guide to the Massachusetts sales tax holiday weekend on August 14-15, 2010.Also published on:
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Massachusetts Governor Finalizes 2010 Tax-Free HolidayMassachusetts Tax-free shopping returns for one weekend only, a boon to back-to-school shoppers or anyone shopping for electronics and appliances costing under $2,500.Also published on:
