Lisa Sheppard
Lisa Sheppard has degrees in Business Administration and Fashion Merchandising. She has three children. She likes to write children's stories and poetry and also writes articles about parenting, consumer issues, travel and life in the Midwest.
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10 Tips for Getting Back into the Work ForceTimes have changed while you've been changing diapers and signing field trip permission slips. When you're ready to return to work, use the internet, play up your volunteer work and maturity and research the companies you're interviewing with.
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Alcohol - Truth Serum or Not?This article weighs in on the debate about whether or not alcohol acts as a truth serum. When Mel Gibson spouted anti-Semitic things, was it him talking or the alcohol? Expert opinions seem to vary. -
The Hottest T.V. Actor - Taye DiggsTaye Diggs first made his mark in "How Stella Got Her Groove Back" when he all but stole the show from Angela Bassett and Whoopi Goldberg. His t.v. career has been spotty but his back and we can only hope that "Day Break" makes it. -
Entertaining Made EasyEasy tips for pulling together a party without great expense or effort. Make lists, be creative and remember - they're your friends. They're at the party to have fun, not judge your table setting. -
Staging Your Home to Maximize ProfitStaging your home is the process of readying it for sale in a way that will maximize its potential. This article offers tips for getting your home ready for sale, staging and getting ready for a showing. -
The Greatest Children's Literature ClassicsWith so many new books being published for children daily, it's easy to forget the great books we grew up with. Take the list to the book store and start sharing these timeless treasures with your children.
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Top Children's Movies of All-TimeThis article lists 45 movies you can watch as a family. Classics, animated features, and new movies are included. What's left off is anything that will have you covering your children's eyes or ears or explaining more than watching. -
Getting Your Child to Love ReadingRead to your child everyday and let them see you reading if you want to encourage your children to love reading. Look for popular authors to really hook your children. -
Update Your Kitchen for $100 or LessUpdating your kitchen can be inexpensive. Watch for sales, shop your home, turn to paint and be willing to put in some hard work.
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Updating Your Bathroom for Under $100You can update your bathroom inexpensively by painting, shopping sales, and using what you already have. Go bold and bright or turn your bathroom into a relaxing spa.
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A.F.I., Bravo T.V. And Reader's Digests Funniest Movie ListsOver the past couple of years, several groups have compiled lists of the funniest movies ever. Looking at them, you can tell a lot about the people who compiled the lists and you're apt to be scratchng your head about the selections. -
World of Warcraft - Good Clean Fun or Video Game Addiction?Games have become more and more addictive. World of Warcraft seems to be the most addictive yet. There are even clinics opening around the work to treat game addictions. -
Purex Laundry Detergent vs Tide Laundry DetergentDifferent brands, essentially the same results. Why pay more for Tide when Purex does that job for less? -
Fun, Free or Cheap Family ActiviesSummer time is a great time for free and cheap family activities in Omaha. You can see a play, watch fireworks, listen to live music, camp, hike, and even learn a little something. -
Marketing Movies to MinorsMovie companies sell licensing rights to their movies to just about anyone, it seems. Never mind that the toys being marketed to eight-year-olds are related to a pg-13 movie.
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Target, Shopko, K-Mart, Wal-Mart: Who Wins the Discount Store Battle?So many choices, so few dollars to spend. Which discount store would you rather spend time in? Which offers the most variety? And what products make each worth shopping at?
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Talking to Your Teen About SexYou can't leave sex education up to the schools alone and you've got to make sure that both parents are in sync with the message they are sending. And don't end the conversation with "the first time."
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Best Free Educational Site for All Ages - Ben's Guide to U.S. Government for KidsSite includes separate sections for four different grade levels. It also includes links to outside government sites. -
Back to School Shopping Made CheaperTake the time to make a spreadsheet of what you need and where it's cheapest. Buy in bulk - you'll need it sooner or later. Reuse what's left from last year.
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Education and the ADD StudentSchools have programs in place for "gifted" children. They have programs in place for children of additional instruction. But there doesn't seem to be a clear cut plan to deal with this growing student population.
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Kids Birthday Parties - Life in the SuburbsOver the top entertainment and huge guest lists. How the child's birthday party has turned into a production worthy of Broadway.
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How to Make the Neighborhood Kids Feel Welcome in Your HouseA couple televisions, a video game system and a freezer full of pizzas are the start. Add in a tolerance for loud noise and plenty of room in your entry for kids to kick off their shoes and you're on your way.
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Saving Money in the Grocery Store for Real PeopleArticle contains tips on how to save money by knowing when to buy bulk, when to choose store brands and when to buy fresh. Also, know what not to buy in the grocery.
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The Best Bar for EveryoneThe food is good and the service is excellent. You won't even notice people are smoking in here. You can ever get live music or an outside seat.