Sondra C
Brooklyn born Sondra Crane is a youthful looking and acting senior. She began writing as a child and never stopped. Her blog, "Along Life's Path" includes life as it was then and a glimpse into her thoughts and feelings. College graduate, piano teacher, classical pianist, copy-editor, columnist, and freelance writer. Interviewed by NY Times, Orlando Sentinel, McClean Magazine in Canada & a radio interview by Growing Bolder. She has published over 800 articles on Textbroker, Demand Media, AC Content and wikiHow and more
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Mills College of Education, Seminole Community College, AA Degree, Classical Pianist, Earned Medals in Piano Competitions, Taught Piano,Interests
Writing, Piano, both playing, reading music and purchasing Piano s. Knitting, stitchery, needlepoint, acrylic painting, ceramics, and Seniors needs are some of my interests.Motto
Dream Your Dream and Live It
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How to Make Fried ChickenThere is nothing as delicious as crispy fried chicken. Enjoy it on a picnic, at home, for a party or any time. Serve with cole slaw, potato salad baked beans or fries. Eating fried chicken can get messy but fun to eat.
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How to Be Asked Out on a Second DateChemistry between you and a first date is important. Sharing same or similar interests follows. Allow him to do the talking while you show interest in what he is saying. This is the best way to be asked out on a second date.
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Christmas on the Golf Course in FloridaChristmas on the golf course is all green. Maybe Santa will get lost -
I Bought Myself a Christmas PresentI took the telephone in my hand and dialed an online store that sold Keurig Coffee Makers. It was delivered a few days later. This is my purchase experience.
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I Am TiredIf you have often been unable to sleep? You feel tired but sleep would just not come. Then this article will have meaning to you. I was up all night trying to sleep
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Times ChangeDuring my lifetime I have seen many changes. Some for the bad and others good. Things are different and not all for the better living life these days
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Searching for MeAll of my life, I had one goal in mind. I wanted to find the 'real me'. I needed to know the person within and allow her to flurish and enjoy her life completely. I did it and those who are also searching, these might help you as well.
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The Older and Wiser MeGaining knowledge of how to live my life took time. If I could go back to when changes would make a difference I would. However, it is not too late to make changes to the rest of my life, and make it better.
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How a Child of 5 Saved Her Father's LifeThis is a video that was on Flick'r. You will be amazed as you watch this child care for her father and save his life listening to instructions from the Ambulance Driver.
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Be a Careful Food Shopper During SalesSupermarket food prices might be confusing especially when they are sale. Do not be fooled into buying more then you need. If in doubt as the store manager about the prices of those on sale. -
Waiting for SantaThroughout the years I found myself waiting for Santa. Then, it seemed, my children had done the same thing. -
Product Review of Ferrero Rondnoire Dark Chocolate CandyIf you have never tasted Ferreo Rondnoire Dark Chocolate you have missed out on a delicious treat. Candy lovers recognize this by the style of the boxes they come in. Once you try them you will come back for more.
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Haiku Poem for WinterWinter is coming and the Snow will Follow Along with Deep Freezing Weather -
Arthritis Finger PainArthritis in the fingers is not what a writer wants. Using the computer requires nimble fingers and are not stiff and painful. However, things could be worse. I could have no fingers at all. -
Check Food Dates Before You BuyGrocery stores put the older dates of foods on the front. Always Check the dates of everything you buy, including salads and dairy products The newer dates are usually in the back. -
An Unforgettable Christmas EventChristmas is a time for Santa to leave presents under the tree. One day, Santa failed to visit and nearly broke my child's heart. I have never forgotten this incident that occurred on a Christmas morning a long time ago
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It's Not SatisfyingLiving alone can be your style, if you like your privacy at all hours of the day. Other times, when you are sick, or need someone to talk to in the middle of the night it can be very lonely
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The Beauty of FallThe Summer heat cools with each day the closer we get to Fall. The darkened skies slowly usher in the cold winter months -
How to Save HousecleaningPlain vinegar does a great job at cleaning most every part of the house for only a few center, Save money and have a house that sparkles.
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How to Meet a GirlfriendSitting alone in the evenings can be depressing. Going out by yourself on the weekends is no fun. How on earth can one meet a girl to go places with is not easy
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About Payday LoansPayday Loans are easy to get, and fast to use. The trick is to be able to pay it back in 30 or more days.
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Life in a Small Town and Cataract SurgeryMoving from a big city to a small town takes a lot of getting used to. Shopping Centers are small, movie theaters are not around. Mail Order shopping is the only way to shop for upscale clothes. -
I See His Image in the CloudsHe died many years ago but I remember him well. He is in my heart and in the fluffy white clouds. I can do most anything because I know he is still with me in my heart if not in body -
How to Make a Mother' Day Edible ArrangementIf your bills are high and your pockets empty, make your own Mother's Day food arrangement to send to family members who live miles away.
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I Don't Know Why America and Presidents Confuse MeLiving in the USA for a great many years, I have seen Presidents come and go. Some have been good, others barely pulling a passing grade while the others have made America great! -
How to Make a Mother's Day Pineapple Upside Down CakeMaking this type of cake is simple, I have heard. All you do is buy a white cake mix, a can of sliced pineapples and bake it. What all of this does is bake the greatest Pineapple Pie Cake especially is you add a topping of whipped cream on Mother's Day -
A Free Food Shopping Spree at PublixFood shopping is a must in every household. The unwashed dishes can pile up in the sink , the floors could be filthy, (if you are a slob), and the laundry can wait. The only thing that must be done on a regular basis, is to go food shopping or starve. -
Relationship with a Mail Order BrideWhen I was younger a girl and guy met in school, we dated, attended the prom, eventually became engaged and married. Today the woman you marry might live in a foreign country and be your Mail Order Bride with the help of a Matrimonial Agency. -
Where Had the Relationship Gone Wrong?Many say that they were glad they got married shortly after they met on the Internet. Some ignore the signals of a bad relationship. Bad relationships rarely get better so wait a while before getting married. -
Product Review of Dole Fruit CrispI like fruits. I buy a cup of fruit from the shelves of my Supermarket. A mixed fruit cup is my favorite. One of Dole's latest fruit cup products is Apple Cinnamon Fruit Crisp. I tried it and this is my honest Product Review. -
A Review of the 'Wishes Brew Tea House of OrlandoCelebrating an occasion in a traditional Tea House is pricey but worth the cost when served in Traditional Tea House fashion that includes a tiered plate filled with finger foods, scones, chocolates along with imported teas on the table. -
Product Review of Campbell's Lite Chicken Gumbo SoupCampbell's is changing the look and name of some of their soups. Campbell's Chicken Gumbo Soup is one of the ones they changed. They have less calories and have the addition of the name "Lite" added to the label. -
Product Review of Campbells French Onion SoupThose who love onion soup but hate to make it will love the taste and texture and of the onions contained in this soup. It is one of my all time favorite soup to enjoy alone, with a meal or as a fast lunch with a sandwich. -
It Turned into a BookWriting is a great release for many. Writing relieves the tension of the day. Poetry writing is the best of all methods of writing - The words easily flow without effort. I know it works like that myself! -
Double Date for Safety's SakeDating a new guy or girl can spell "danger" regardless of where or how you met. Unless you know all about them, their friends, where they work or what school they attend "double date' with family members or friends. -
Aged Seniors on a First Date Feel AncientIn years past dating was different . There were few cars so you walked or took the subway. In order to go on a date, you had to get parental permission; follow a curfew or get punished. Today it is known as being ''grounded' -
Hearing Aids Stop WorkingWhen you are hard of hearing and have never worn a hearing aid you do not realize the sounds you did not hear. Once a hearing aid stops working the silence is unbearable. You hear loud noises and nothing else. Not even the purr of the cat. -
Teaching Children Social Manners at a Preschool Birthday PartyIt is never too soon to teach a child Social manners. Teach them to say 'please' and 'thank' you by using the words. Teach them to help clean the kitchen by showing them when they begin to walk.Teach them social manners before kindergarten.
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Opening Pain Killer Pill Bottles with Arthritis is ImpossibleThere are millions of seniors and others with arthritis in their hands. The manufacturers of bottles of over- the- counter pain killers. They sealed the bottle with a tab so to be tamper-proof. It is hard to open the bottle to get the pills. -
How to Write an End of the Year PaperTerm papers are usually for College Students. End of the Year Papers are for those younger. It is a way of finding out what the students learned in class for the year. This helps tell them if you should get a passing or failing grade. -
Historical Downtown District of the City of St. Cloud FloridaThis area dates back to the Civil War. Each of the Streets are named after one of the States in the United States. It is a quaint little town that is growing. The charm of the old time city remains -
Historical Downtown District of the City of St. Cloud, FloridaSt. Cloud is neighboring City to Kissimmee Florida-the gateway to Disney. Visitors to Disney should take a day off from the heat and walking in Disney world and pay a visit to the historic downtown in the city of St. Cloud, Florida. -
What Not to Do to End a New RelationshipRelationships can form at any time. It can also weaken by the tiniest indiscretion and end all thoughts of marriage. Think before you speak and watch what you say. As soon as the words come out of your mouth you cannot retrieve them. -
How to Enter into a RelationshipIf you are dying to date this guy but he does not know you are alive change your tactics. Act hard to get. Smile as you pass him in school to show you are interested. Let him make the first move. Guys like to do the chasing. Make him think he is.
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My Experience as a Student of a Community CollegeFor most of my life I felt sorry I had dropped out of college in my late teens. This was something I always regretted. At the age of sixty-three I enrolled in a local Community College bent on earning my AA degree.(read to the very end)...... -
My Valentines Day Blind DateImagine, if you will, how it would be if you spend Valentines Day with a Blind Date. Could you hug him, kiss him or sit across from him at dinner. Would he interest you, bore you or would you sneak out the back door? This is what happened. -
Seniors Soften Facial Wrinkles on Dry Aging SkinGrowing older is a natural occurrence of living a long life. The skin sags and wrinkles appear on the face due to the lack of elasticity. Using products that add moisture to the face, neck and body daily, helps rid aging Seniors of unsightly wrinkles.
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Get Married in a SupermarketIt is a good luck omen to get married at the same place you met and fell in love. It might be awkward if you met in the water while swimming. It is easy to hold a marriage ceremony in the same you shop. The supermarket where you two met and fell in love. -
A Knock at the DoorA knock at the door in the quiet of the night can be scary. This is true especially if you are home alone. This how one person reacted when it happened to him. How would you have been in a situation like this? -
Share a Romantic Valentine's Day Relationship Across the MilesInternet dating for those who live on the other side of the globe is not easy. With a little effort, imagination and planning, sharing a Valentine Day dinner can be possible. It also can be a lot of fun. -
Nothing Came to My MindI have what is called in the writer's circle - Writer's Block. This is the worse I ever had. I think quietly of what to write but nothing comes to my mind. I am open to almost any topic, at this point, but I come up with a blank. -
How to Keep the Doctor AwayBacteria is on everything we touch. Children touch what they see and put their hands into their mouth. This poses a problem and a potential place for germs to get into their body. It is essential that children learn how to wash their hands properly. -
Ringling Brothers Circus Arrives in Orlando, FloridaMove over Disney World, the Circus is coming to the Amway Arena Jan.13-17 with a brand new show.The Amway Arena a short drive to Disney. Rest your feet from walking; sit for a day and enjoy the Ringling Brothers Circus with the rest of the family. -
God Paints a Sunset (poetry)Have you ever sat in a darkened place and looked up at the sky? The beauty of the stars is overwhelming and God's paintbrush reveals uncanny colors as the sun sets. No artist could ever paint such a picture as beautiful as the Sunset that God paints.. -
Be Your Own Wedding PlannerIn this generation Brides can select any type of weeding that pleases them. Their wedding attire is their choice, and what they serve does not have to come from a caterer. Save money and plan your own wedding. -
Wedding Gowns Not Always WhiteModern weddings can be costly when a Wedding Planner is hired to create a one- of- a- kind wedding. Brides who pinch their pennies, while planning their wedding, cut costs by getting advice from reading bridal magazines. -
So, You Are Getting MarriedYou never thought the day would come when he would get up the nerve to ask you to become his wife. What to do now, you thought, I do not know a thing about planning a wedding, the costs or how to find an inexpensive bridal gown? -
Party GirlMeeting a guy or gal in a strange place is not always scary. At times you have to trust your intuition as it often turns out great! Take some safety measures but do not hide or you will never meet that man or woman that will love you to the day they die. -
The Lure of the Scent of a HotdogWalking past a Hot Dog stand in front of a store you just left makes you stop and by one even if you were not hungry. One smell and you are hooked. Make the same thing at home and you can eat it or leave it. Have you figured out 'Why"? If so, explain. -
My Worse Christmas Holiday Travel ExperienceDuring the 60's my husband came up with a idea. He suggested -two days before Christmas-we fly to Orlando to spend the holiday with my cousin. We lived in Long Island. We were excited. Until we tried to get a flight out of Orlando. -
Dating Changes Over the YearsDating, between a man and woman, was not always as it is today. The attire was formal and uncomfortable due to tight corsets women wore. A man had ask her father if he could date and marry his daughter. Dating was not fun during the Colonial Days. -
Not All Relationships Should End in MarriagePrior to entering into a relationship with thoughts of marriage, be sure you have been honest regarding future goals, desires, and financial expectations. Never start a relationship with lies or deceits about what life was like before you met. -
Relationships Marriage His and Her KidsRelationships between two who have children from a previous marriage can work for many. However, even an ideal marriage could turn into a nightmare and end in divorce.
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My Black Cat is My Best FriendI was blessed when I went to the Humane Society 9 years ago and adopted this soft little black kitten. She was only 6 weeks old and I did not know how to hold her. So I put my head down to her small body and snuggled up to her. It was love at first sight! -
Never Forget to Say I Love You Before Going to SleepDo not keep thoughts bottled up. If you have a good friend tell them that. If you love someone do not forget to talk about the love you feel in your heart. Never leave the house angry or go to bed mad. You might never see them again. -
Another New Years ResolutionNew Years is the time to make a Resolution to keep to for the rest of the year. I have made dozens of resolutions, but have yet to have one that I have kept for for more than a few weeks. -
How to Enjoy AlmondsAlmonds are one of the nuts that are healthy to eat and good for the body. Almonds can be roasted or blanched. Make sure they and do not contain salt. Buy them in the Health Food section of your Supermarket or in a Health Food store. -
Christmas Passes Quick as a WinkGather all of the kids and the rest of the family into the car and drive around looking at the Christmas displays. This is another fun part of the Christmas. Neighbors go to great length to decorate their house to please those who drive by. -
Christmas Cheer and Help Those in NeedMany spend Christmas day without food on the table for their family. Before siting down to enjoy your Christmas turkey or ham help others less fortunate to also enjoy a feast. -
A Short Story - Help Came Too LateWe live our lives and go about our daily chores without hearing the pain that others endure. Friends listen but do not hear and in the end, when it is too late, they feel remorse
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Product Review of Manischewitz Low Calorie BorschtBorscht is simply cooked beets. It is easy to make but tastes better when bought in the jar an less work. It is the lazy way to enjoy a quick, healthy, low in calories refreshing cup of soup. -
Christmas is Here AgainChristmas is around the corner and it seemed I just took my last bite of Thanksgiving Dinner. Rushing the holidays takes away the joys of celebrating each holiday. Rushing Christmas also seems to rush my life as my birthday is celebrated in December -
Make a Round Bridal Bouquet of Fresh FlowersBridal Bouquets with all white flowers can be worn regardless of the type of wedding. Make a round bouquet for the bride to hold at her waist while walking down the aisle at her wedding.
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Check Out My ArticlesArticles you might have missed, and might enjoy are listed down below. As a reminder to check them out and comment if you feel so inclined -
Plan the Seating for a WeddingThere is nothing quite as lovely as the attire of the bride and groom at a formal wedding. The bride usually will wear a white flowing wedding gown and a veil while the groom is attired in a tux and black shiny shoes.
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Best Places for an Outdoor WeddingPlanning a Traditional Wedding remains the favorite of many brides. However, there are other options. Weddings can be planned according to the hour of day, the seasons or who is paying the bill for the wedding. -
Never Enter into a Relationship with a StrangerWhen you were little your mother warned you to never talk to strangers. When you grew older the warning now stressed to beware of strangers. You are now a teenager and the warning now states that you should never date a stranger or get into his car -
How to Budget Your Money and Be Financially SecureWhen your income if more than your expenses than you have successfully budgeted your money. If your expenses are more than you should cut back excessive spending and stick to the budget that you should set up.
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Is This Relationship Love or Infatuation?Would you offer him your kidney if he needed it? Would you lovingly tend to him if he became an invalid? These are important questions to think about prior to a marriage commitment. If you said no both times, you are not in truly in love - move on! -
How to Get Free Prescription MedicineMost of the prescription medications necessary to keep us in good health are overly expensive. Many of the Health Insurance Companies, including Medicare, refuse to pay for them. Try to get them free of charge by taking the following steps. -
How to Cut Your Own Christmas Tree from the Tree FarmA fresh Christmas Tree is the best type of tree to have in your house. The aroma of a freshly cut tree can not be duplicated. Decorate the tree in your usual way and enjoy a freshly cut scent. In fact, plant the tree in your yard and watch it grow. -
This Senior Has Moved - and Met the NeighborsMoving into a new home is never easy. As soon as one box is emptied another box is waiting. I had cleaned up my kitchen table and placed flowers on it. It looked so pretty. Then I opened another and emptied it onto the table. The table was now messy. -
Seniors Have a Lifetime of ExperienceSeniors are no longer considered to be old regardless of their age. There are so many activities to enjoy, technology to learn, educational degrees to earn that being a senior no longer denotes old age. -
Relationships Start UnexpectedlyLove might be waiting for you around the corner. This can very well happen. However, the two of you must be at that corner at the same time and the same day. Sitting at home alone will not find love. Get out of the house.
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A Sad Story About the Sandhill CranesI moved to a Golf Club Community. The Sandhill Cranes loudly talk to each other many times during the day. This is a true story about what happened one day and brings tears to my eyes when I think about it. Grab a few tissues and listen -
Celebrating Thanksgiving at My HouseWhile living in New Jersey, and when my husband was still alive, we gathered all of my children and family and had Thanksgiving at my house. It was fun. The grandchildren were little and of course I was not a great -grandmother yet. -
How to Bake a Mashed Potato PieA Thanksgiving turkey dinner is not complete without mashed potatoes. This year make the potatoes special by cooking, mashing and baking them and serving in pie shape slices. Place them on a pie plate on the table next to the roasted Turkey. -
Seniors Childhood Memories LingerI was brought up in a generation that used ink and inkwells instead of pens. We obeyed our parents, teachers and police without question. Life was simple. Men worked and women cared for the home. Technology brought advancement. -
This Senior Has Moved - it is Saturday- the Golf Course is BusyEvery day has something new to add to the peace and beauty of living on a golf course. Today is special. Most men do not work and instead spend their day in their golf carts hitting balls on the golf course -
Thanksgiving in Haiku PoetryGiving Thanks for many things in life is a part of Thanksgiving. It is also a two day holiday and kids do not go to school. The only one that is not happy about Thanksgiving is the Turkey
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My Cat was Scared of the Cranes in Haiku PoemMy Cat, Black Beauty loves to sit on the porch facing the golf course. There are many new things to see. She ran away when the Sand hill Cranes appeared - she got scared. -
Moving Described in Haiku FashionI thought about my recent move and felt it should be written in a Haiku form. It might not be great, but nevertheless give me credit for trying
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Seniors Seek Help by Applying for a Reverse MortgageThere are dangers attached to getting a Reverse Mortgage.Unless you take the time to ask questions and learn more about how it works,do not put your signature on the contract. Seniors beware of the hidden clause.
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This Senior Has Moved In- Part OneMy cat "Beauty" and I enjoy our morning feast on the patio overlooking the golf course. There is so much to see that she asks to go out as soon as she wakes me up -
This Senior Has Moved in and Now the Fun BeginsThe move was uneventful and well worth the mess. My view is unforgettable and like a slide show - something new to see depending on the time of day -
Teach a Child Not to Fear a DentistChildren should be introduced to a dentist soon after they get their front teeth. Take them with you when you get your teeth cleaned and read them books about children going to a Pediatric dentist -
Seniors Begin Life Anew After MourningFacing the death of a spouse is not easy. There is a period of time set aside for mourning before a senior can begin a new life again without their beloved one. This is not true for each but most need a time to heal. -
Is Your Relationship Worth Saving?Relationships do not always end in marriage. Some are built on friendship or a physical attraction. Before getting deeply involved,it is best to be certain that you each want the same thing in a relationship. -
Relationships Between Younger Women and Older MenDating a woman less than half your age might make you feel young again. However,once the magic pill wears off you find you have nothing in common to talk about or a loving family to come home to. -
If You Notice that I Am MissingMy friends on AC Content, who I enjoy being here with, might try to find me from day to day and wondering where I went to -
Elderly Widowers Learn to Cope with Death of a WifeAging and living a longer life can be a blessing when a husband and wife both live and share that life together. However, not all seniors are lucky. It is inevitable that one or the other die first. -
Not All Relationships Are the SameThere are various types of relationships according to preference. Some are long lasting friendships and others lead to marriage and some differ in many ways. -
How I Might Have Saved a Child From Being AbductedYoung mothers seem to think that because they are in a major Supermarket their children are safe. They allow them to wander and then cry when they are missing. -
How to Fix a Broken Bracelet ClaspFix the clasp on bracelets or necklaces quickly, easily and inexpensively in a very short time -
Make a Quick and Easy Chocolate Pudding PieStore bought individual containers of chocolate pudding can be served to the children. Combine the pudding into a graham cracker pie plate and have an easy and quick to make pie for company. -
Senior Safety & Remote Car Door OpenersSeniors have been told that using a remove car door opener offers complete safety parking in shopping malls and other parking lots night or day. Used incorrectly,the remote car door opener might not be as safe as it sounds. -
Stop Losing a Sock in the Washing MachineIf you are like me,you are frustrated each wash day. No matter what I do, I keep losing one sock in the washing machine. Where does that lost sock go and how to keep the count even? -
Get Married in a Hot Air BalloonBe the envy of all of your friends by getting married in a Hot Air Balloon. A one of a kind event that will be remembered for a lifetime is a wedding that takes place high in the sky -
Clean a Dirty Kitchen SpongeUsing a dirty kitchen sponge is full of germs and unhealthy. A sponge used for wiping dirt off the kitchen counter should not be used again unless sanitized or watched -
Growing a Pineapple Plant FreeGrow a pineapple plant on the patio or in the garden. They give off beautiful red flowers as well as pineapples that are delicious to eat. All it takes is patience and the top of a pineapple. -
To My Loyal Friends on Associated ContentI had no other way to communicate about the dental work that keep me from reading and replying to your articles -
Tips for Seniors to Remain IndependentSeniors who live alone become independent with the help of aids that assist them in a variety of ways that are necessary for seniors who live alone. -
Daddy Can You Take Me to the Park?Fathers think their children will be little forever. They keep making excuses for not seeing them play in the little league, or in a play at school or a recital. Children become grown all too soon. -
A Child in a Grown Up WorldTo a child it seems as if only grown ups know what to do, how to act, and how to feel. Children have feelings too and soon become the grown up -
Fleeting TimeWe plan for tomorrow but tomorrow never comes for all of our tomorrows were all of our yesterdays in our lifetime -
Relationships with DoctorsThe days of Dr. Welby type doctors has long been over. Doctors no longer make house calls. Receiving proper medical treatment depends on where the pain is coming from.
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Senior's Launch New CareersAge does not restrain seniors from starting a new career after retirement. The modeling or acting field is wide open for seniors of both sexes who are interested in featured in commercials on Television. -
Guys Beware! that Girl is Out to Get YouGuys see a pretty face and a sexy body and easily fall for her and believe what she tells them. Most girls are honest. It is the others that men should be wary of.
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Cats Purebred Are CostlyBuy a Bengal Cat or kitten at a breeder or at the SPCA and eventually you can become a breeder as well. This breed of cat is registered in the Cat Registry and is a pure bred cat. -
Free is BetterFreebies are almost a thing of the past. Everything is expensive to make. I work as a writer and want to get paid, why do other want me to teach them for free? -
Long Distance Relationships Fail?Long distance relationships can survive and blossom with effort and imagination.Internet sex can be fun and continued when you meet in person during holidays and vacation days. -
Tips for Senior Citizens to Sell Homes for ProfitMany Seniors bought their homes when they first got married and raised their family in the house. The house was cheap by today's standards and when they sell it they will make a substantial profit. -
Moving is the PitsGetting ready to move is such a mess. Packing and throwing out junk is never easy. Remove clothing from the closet for moving, that has not been worn in years is not an easy task. Select a proper moving van.
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Pantene Classic Care Solutions 2-in-One Shampoo and ConditionerPantene Classic Care Solutions 2-in-1 Shampoo and Conditioner makes hair that has been damaged by harsh chemicals exceptionally pliable and shiny. -
Lack of Money Wrecks RelationshipsHomes are being repossessed,families are homeless and marriages are falling apart. The poor economy is taking a toll on unmarried couples as well. Even the children suffer due to lack of money.
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New Pantene Color Hair Solution for Color-Treated HairThe long awaited new Pantene Products for color-treated hair have finally arrived. It was worth the wait. My hair looks and feels much softer and is not as brittle. -
Open RelationshipsMarried life for some seems to be the end of 'playing around' with the opposite sex. An 'Open Marriage' might seem to be the open door to having it all. -
The FallThe Fall has always depressed me especially when I lived in New York. The sky was white when it was going to snow. Heavy snowfalls caused my door to be blocked and I needed to pay someone to shovel me out. -
My Cat is Human'Beauty' is the name of my cat. I gave her that name because she is black and a beauty, Her full name is 'Black Beauty'. I adopted her 8 years ago and this is just one of many cat tales about 'Beauty' -
Best Fitness Ideas for SeniorsIt is important for all seniors to partake in some form of exercise to keep their bones strong and their body limber. They can join a health club for a fee or exercise at home for free. The choice is up to them. -
Seniors Recall Great School Lunches!I can smell and taste some of the lunches served in school when I was of school age. None of them were high in calories like they serve today. They were healthy school lunches -
What Seniors Should Know About Scammers that Target the ElderlyTelephone scamming is more prevalent than ever. Elderly seniors are being swindled by con artists who phone regularly and gain the trust of lonely elderly seniors -
How to Make a Tiered Cupcake Wedding CakeA Tiered Cupcake Wedding Cake has become popular since it appeared on the cover of a Martha Stewart magazine. It is all the rage now and couples are buying the tiers and decorating both the cup cake toppings and tiers. -
Elderly Seniors Need Love TooSeniors are living longer. Their spouse or children might die before them. They live alone and need someone to talk to. That person could be you! -
Helping Elderly Seniors Find Home Care AssistanceSome elderly seniors wanting to remain independent while living at home, might require a minimum amount of housekeeping help to prepare a hot meal or assistance with food shopping. Where do they turn to for help? Read on to find out. -
EHarmony Dating SiteeHarmony has their own method of matching those searching for a long term relationship.Their method might have a different twist, but is basically the same as many other online dating sites.
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Wasting Government MoneyJunk mail is a false way to keep people working. My mailbox is full! I throw it away! If the junk mail was halted there could be money saved by cutting out one less mail delivery day. -
Using Commas when Writing for the Web," "Editing 101"The 'comma' is one of the smallest words that pertain to grammar, and yet, it is the most difficult usage to learn. Learning the words that make up FANBOYS will be the start to learning correct grammar.
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How to Take Piano Lessons Using the Computer as a Piano TeacherLearn how to play the piano at home at any hour of the day. Take lessons by using a computer,a piano or with a keyboard piano. Take your lessons by using the computer as a piano teacher. Search the Internet for a piano lesson course and play lesson #1.
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Seniors and Families Should Beware of the Danger in Door LocksWarning! Homeowners and seniors beware! Door locks that were installed in your new home could put you in danger! The persons who helped build your new house,might of had a copy of key they gave you when went to closing. -
Do Parents Know Best?Some of us were not lucky to be born into the ideal family. Many had parents who did not know how to raise a child and others never took the time to learn. Parenting should come naturally. Generally many did. Others were not as lucky. -
Why Seniors with Family Living Far Away Should Use a Cell Phone for Medical VisitsSeniors,whose memory fails them at times, might not recall the results of an examination or course of treatment when going to the doctor alone. It is best to ask a family member or a friend to go with them. -
Seniors Can Learn How to Play Piano at Any AgeSeniors who are lonely or those who are not, can find fulfillment learning how to play the piano. It gives seniors a goal, a hobby and the music fills a lonely home. It is never too late to learn how to play the piano regardless of age. -
Health Care Insurance for Everyone Means Lower Pay StubsIt has always been a fact. The more an Insurance Company pays out in claims,the higher the insurance costs and more the monthly bill for the insurance policy. It is no different now except that everyone will be receiving health insurance instead of a few.
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How to Keep a Relationship Alive When it is Dying?A long term relationship is like a fire.It needs fuel to keep it burning or it dies. Use your imagination.Figure out what is lacking. It is a love story that has a beginning and an ending. -
How to Read Warning Signs Before Entering into a Dating RelationshipRecognize the warning signs before starting a relationship with a man you just met. Should you date him and date others? Immediately enter a relationship and talk of marriage? Look for warning signs to walk away? -
Barack Obama - Two Million Lost Unemployment BenefitsBillions of dollars are going overseas to fight a war that we cannot win. All of our money and of our young ones getting maimed or killed and we spend the money overseas and face major unemployment
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Tips for Seniors to Prepare for Their First DateDating when younger was exciting. It has changed over the years. Nowadays, dating has its dangers but do not let that stop you from searching for a date. -
Dating is a Game of ChanceNot all dating sites are as they appear. Many make promises they can not fulfill. Some are so expensive that you can use the fee they charge to put a deposit on a car. -
Barak Obama! I Need a Doctor Help SeniorsPresident Barak Obama just sent a message to all the Seniors about the benefits of the new and improved Medicare Coverage. I just sent him this email. I sent it to the White House. All Seniors should send it as well.
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Barack Obama I Neet Help My Doctor Fired Me!I thought I was all set! I had complete medical coverage and did not have to worry if I got sick. Since I have back pains due to a Sciatica problem, I was glad to have finally found a Chiropractor who could help me! He Fired Me! -
Me and My New Apple IMac ComputerI had looked at the Apple IMac computer in the Apple store and said I would love to own it. It seemed to be out of reach, it is a little bit costly. But then I figured if it made me happy then it was worth it. -
What Would I Do If I Got a Second Chance?Making the right life choices determine our destiny. Many people rarely get a second chance to reach their goals. Those that do might find that it completely has changed their life.
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Product Review of Lysol All Purpose CleanerFor those who would rather look the other way than to get rid of mildew in the shower stall, should buy stock in this product - it is really the magic bullet that cleans spots off any wall,floor, counter or shower stall with little or no effort.
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How to Help Aged Seniors Who Resist Medical CareAged Seniors resist receiving medical care. They make up excuses not to visit a doctor or dentist. Family or friends should be aware of what ails so them and take them to get help. -
Poem About Soccer as a Kid's GameSoccer is not only played by the big guys these days, they also have soccer for the kindergarten guys as well. Not only do the little ones compete but the teams are made up of girls and boys -
Widowed Seniors and RemarryingLosing a spouse after being married for years is like losing a right arm. They comforted you, cared for you, cooked for you and loved you. Since their death there is no one to laugh or cry with. Is remarriage the answer? Should you think about dating? -
All the Fuss Over Medicare for What?There was a big fuss over the new and updated Medicare. It was supposedly going to add more coverage to seniors and instead they cut the payments to doctors and seniors have less. -
Restaurant Bans Customers Who Do Not Finish Their FoodAngry words from an Australian Chef who is tired of throwing away food. "Eat it all or do not return" is his motto and written on the menu in the restaurant. -
Seniors Beware of Friendly House ThievesAged seniors believe what they are told. They can easily be duped by those they trust, and can end up losing their homes. Be wary of adult children or grandchildren who suggest you put their name on your house deed and remove yours.
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How to Grill Scallops and Shrimp and FishThe summer season is upon us. Take out the grill, clean it and get it ready for a barbecue dinner of scallops and shrimp and any other fish. -
It is Best to Pre-Plan Our Funeral Prior to Our DeathIt is a normal part of life. We are born, we live and then we die. If we anticipate the end of life,we should plan ahead and make funeral arrangements while we live.
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My Pants Fell DownBaggie pants have long been worn by construction workers, rappers, and kids who think they look great when their baggy pants slip below their waist and show their underwear and their pants fell down. -
Stores Closing- Stores Are Going Out of BusinessI can only speak about the area I live in and near, but it is indicative of the signs of the times and none of it is good.Stores are closing! Stores are going out of business. -
Television Show Two and a Half Men Really BadTwo and a Half Men has been getting worse each week. What does it take to get a show this bad to leave and never return? -
There is No Pilot Flying Your Plane?Do you feel safe when you get onto a airplane and say hello to the pilot. Do you ever wonder who is the guy up front who is flying the plane? -
Seniors' Choices Before They DieDeath is inevitable. Make it easier for those you leave behind to face and accept your death. Leave behind a legally signed and dated "Will" that includes your own personally selected beneficiaries.
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Obvious Skin Changes Due to AgingThere is beauty in an aging face that should not be surgically removed. -
How Seniors Can Face Death and SurviveLife does not end with the death of a loved one. Living life as you knew it changes after the death of a spouse. Grieve until you can grieve no more then start living a new life of your choice. -
Retirement Issues that Seniors FaceMany seniors have been working since they were in their late teens. Some look forward to receiving their retirement pensions and social security and want to find part time jobs. Others need the money that they would earn if they continued to work. -
Guns, Knives and Lollipops Are Illegal in SchoolWhen a child brings a piece of sucking candy to school, and gets a week's probation, I think that we are losing our freedoms one by one starting at the school level and moving upwards. -
I Remember You and Tears Come to My EyesMy father has died many years ago and it is difficult to think about him when he was alive. There are many things I forgot that touched me and now I remember and say thank you dad. -
I Want to Share My Happiness and Good News with All of My Friends on ACI have been writing for most of my life. I have been waiting to become a freelance writer, gaining even a small amount of recognition, and writing to help others. My day has come. Share it with me
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My Black Cat was Waiting for MeMy beautiful black cat thought I was not coming home. She watched the TV and walked over to her cat bowl to eat.The bowl was empty and so she waited and then fell sleep. -
Be Safe at HomeBeing home alone is scary. Never know who is going to break in through a window! There are ways to feel safe, but only if you buy a Burglar Alarm and remember to keep the alarm set all of the time. -
My Clout Number Needs a NudgeI have been watching my Clout Level stay at 7 while moving every so slowly that it is driving me nuts. Today it moved up a little bit, as it inches it towards Clout Level 8 - and I need help -
Changes Happen PoetryWhy on earth do we feel young, think young and look young and yet when we meet an old schoolgirl crush - we think,"My Gosh he is so old" -
Teach Your Child Manners to Be PoliteChildren go to school to learn how to read and write. They go to church to learn about religion. Learning manners and to be polite should be taught in the home but it is not always done. -
Eat Summer Fruits All WinterEnjoy summer fresh vegetables and fruits all year long. Bing cherries and grapes can be frozen, placed in baggies and enjoyed during the cold winter months.
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Plantain Fritters Are Easy and Cheap to MakeCook the type of Plantains that are cheap to buy. They look like a banana in shape and size but are green instead of yellow. Serve as a side with pork chops, lamb stew or fried chicken -
Internet Progress Brought the World Two GiantsFirst it was the Kindle and then a few others and recently it took the Apple iPad to show us the future of the books. I like what I saw - How About You? -
What Do Retirement and College Have in Common?Dreams can come true at any age-even for those of senior age-who have always wanted to attend college but for many reasons could not. Do not allow age to stop you from becoming a college graduate.
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My Granddaughters Wedding April 10th 2010The wedding was out of doors and I could not wish for a more beautiful day. -
My Grandaughter Got Married SaturdayThe change from a Ms. to a Mrs. takes only a few minutes, a Wedding Ceremony, Guests and loads of food and for an Outdoor Wedding it takes a beautiful sunny and cool day! We had all yesterday! -
Rocks Falling from the Sky - a PoemI wondered when I was young why the rocks fell from mountains. Have you ever wondered about it as well? It took me over fifty years to find the reason why and only when I returned to collage at the young age of 63. Yes you heard right! -
A Mother's Day Tribute to My MomMy mother died many years ago. I think of her often and put a picture of her on my refrigerator door so we can have our morning coffee and a little chat. -
A Miracle HappenedI usually go to Publix to do my weekly shopping and this particular day was no exception I met a stranger who made a miracle happen, he said. I waited for the miracle but not sure it happened. What do you think?
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My Granddaughter is Getting Married on SaturdayI feel so proud and so very lucky to be able to share granddaughter's wedding. Please, everyone, share this moment with me and send her good wishes and a life filled with love and happiness. -
Help Seniors Distinguish a Panic Attack from a Heart AttackAn initial panic attack usually comes on suddenly and without warning. The fear of having another similar attack causes the older and younger seniors to become paranoid about getting a second attack. This intense fear is the onset of a panic disorder. -
Only a Senior Knows How a Senior ThinksI do not merely write about how it feels to walk in the shoes of a senior. I know how painful shoes can be because I have arthritis on my toes; my feet hurt, and my shoes no longer fit. -
Help Wanted- for My Blog- I Need to Learn How to Get Others to Find It-Can Anyone Help?I wrote a blog a long time ago and I do not know how to get people to read it, find it or to even know it is around. No pay! Big in Gratitude -
Teenagers Think They Are Wise Until They Become AdultsI was young, attractive and popular with the boys. I had a different date each weekend, and a different date on each of the days. I never knew - what was in store for me or how alone I would get to be. -
New Health Plan Republicans Law Suit Pending?The Health Plan has been passed. The options discussed and approved. Once it is signed some Republicans promise to sue. They claim it deprives us of our right to choice? Are their grounds even legal
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Dating Sites Are Not Always What They Seem to Be and Match.Com Is No ExceptionIt is not always as easy to find a mate on an online dating site as you are led to believe. Match.Com almost fooled me into paying a fee until I wised up! -
I Finally Hit My 100th Article and Did Not NoticeI enjoy writing for AC and never looked to see just how many articles I have written. Lets all celebrate with me -
Do You Know Me or Think You Do??Do not judge me If you do not know me, do not talk about me if you do not know what you are saying,and never..never..lie about me! -
The Hippity Hopping BunnyEvery Easter the Bunny Hops and the children run to gather eggs that they colored the day before
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Dannon Caramel Yogurt - Product ReviewDannon's Yogurts have never disappointed me. They are tasty and healthy, and I eat at least one or two a day. The latest addition to their Dannon Yogurt family is one of the worst I have tasted.
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How Different Things Are TodayWe cared for our elderly and never sent them out to die in a strange place. We cherished them. We loved them and we never lost our patience with them, berated them or made them feel that they were in our way.
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Product Review Olay Foaming Face WashOlay is less expensive than those face washes in department stores, and its foaming face wash adds vitamin E to soften the skin while washing.
