Shelia West
I am the mother of two wonderful young adults and the grandmother of one highly intelligent and well mannered young man. (No bragging, just facts). Writing and reading have always been a source of enjoyment and relaxation for me.
I also love houses, especially old houses. They have a sense of charm and history that just seem to call out to me. That could explain why I have bought and remodeled three old houses.
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I also love houses, especially old houses. They have a sense of charm and history that just seem to call out to me. That could explain why I have bought and remodeled three old houses.
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How to Set Up a Home Maintenance ScheduleSetting up a maintenance schedule will help ensure that you don't forget to take care of those important and often expensive items that help keep a home running smoothly.
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Find and Create Extra Space in Your Home and GarageStorage space is something most of us never have enough of. But with a little creativity, you will be surprised at the amount of extra space you can find around your home.
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How to Replace a Bathroom VanityReplacing a bathroom vanity is a job most DIY people can accomplish in a few hours. Just follow these simple instructions and in no time at all, you'll be admiring your new vanity and wondering, "Okay, what next?" -
Is it Safe for Our Children to Ride School Buses?School buses transport thousands of children everyday to and from school. But how safe are those buses for our children to ride? -
How to Replace a Damaged Section of SubflooringA rotten or weak section of flooring can be a potential danger. Follow these simple instructions to replace that damaged section of flooring and keep your home safe. -
When Should You Stop Using Baby Talk?Baby talk is part of an infant's development. It helps encourage speaking and promotes interaction with the parent.
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How to Handle Friends' or Neighbors' Misbehaving KidsIt is often hard to know how to handle kids who misbehave or are rude. That is especially true if those kids belong to friends or neighbors.
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How to Refinish Hardwood FloorsRefinishing hardwood floors is a project many diy homeowners can handle. However, it is a job that requires time, patience, and a little muscle to handle the floor sander. But the finished product is well worth the sweat equity. -
Unique Ideas for Interior WallsCreating an unusual or unique wall in a room will add architectural detail to your home. Look for unusual and unlikely materials to make that one wall stand out.
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Unique Porch Ceiling IdeasPorch ceilings are often boring and plain. Try some of these unique ideas to create an interesting cover for your porch.
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How to Deal with Children's AllergiesChildren's allergies can range from irritating to downright dangerous. Learning how to recognize the causes and reduce the symptoms will help keep the allergies under control.
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Do Children Really Need Vitamins?Vitamins are often given to children by parents, just in case, they are not getting the needed amounts from their daily food intake. But is this always the right thing to do? -
Should Parents Have Their Daughters Vaccinated for Cervical CancerNew vaccinations have become available designed to help prevent cervical cancers in women. As with all vaccines, there are some risks and side effects. How do you, as a parent, make the right choice for your child?
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Preparing Your Teen for a Credit CardTeaching a child about the responsibilities associated with a credit card is one task every parent should attempt. And it definitely should be done before handing over that piece of plastic.
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Is it Ever Okay for a Child to Quit a Sport?Parents sometimes have to make decisions that goes against what they usually believe. One such decision is whether or not to make a child finish out a sports season. Is there ever a time when quitting is ok?
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Private or Public School- Which is Best for You and Your Child?Choosing the right school for your child or children is not an easy task. Many factors have to be considered when making the decision on whether or not private school would be best for your child. -
How to Build a Frame to Display a Quilt or Wall HangingFollow these simple and easy directions to build a frame to showcase your beautiful quilt or wall art. With these techniques, there is very little wood cutting and no mitering.
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How to Create an Attractive and Efficient Laundry RoomWho says the laundry room has to be boring and drab? Why not use some or all of these ideas to turn your laundry room into your own attractive and efficient space?
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Preparing Your Child for a Surgical ProcedurePrepare your child for a surgical procedure and a stay in the hospital without frightening him. Keeping your own fears out of sight will help him get through the stay as easy as possible.
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Should Parents Lie?Is lying to children ever acceptable? This article discusses those little white fibs parents tell their children.
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How to Choose a Quality SofaChoosing a sofa is often a very personal and expensive purchase. Knowing how to pick one that has a good quality construction is as important as choosing the correct style and color.
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How to Build a Simple Triangle BirdhouseFollow these simple instructions and have fun building birdhouses for your feathered friends. You and your children will have fun and the birds will have homes.
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How to Apply Paneling or Beadboard WainscotingWainscoting is a great way to add decorative style to any room. It also provides protection against scrapes, scratches and dings in your walls. Follow these simple tips to dress up your walls with wainscoting.
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How to Locate and Choose a Tutor for Your ChildSometimes the best way to help your child is to let someone else help him. Here's some suggestions and tips to help you locate a tutor that will help your child with any learning problems.
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How to Make a Glass or "Ceramic" Plate for Your GrandparentsMake this beautiful and long lasting glass plate for your grandparents. You'll create a special gift that your grandparents will treasure forever. -
Circumcision: A Tough Decision for New ParentsCircumcision is a procedure which has been debated for years. Many question whether there are any true benefits to having the procedure. Controversial or not, it is a hard decision for most parents to make. -
How to Make Flower Bed Borders from Scrap DeckingDo you have a lot of leftover pieces of treated lumber from a deck or porch project? Try using those small pieces for this handy and easy project. -
How to Install a Replacement Water HeaterReplacing your old water heater is a job you can accomplish in a day or less, provided there are no special permits or licenses required. Check out these tips for an easy replacement.
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Newborn Jaundice: How Serious Cases Are TreatedWhile many newborns may develop a mild case of jaundice, it does occasionally turn into a more serious problem. These cases do require special treatments. This is my personal experience with those treatments.
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5 Rules I love to BreakRules are often broken. Here's my list of five rules that I break. -
How to Gently Guide Your Child Toward Growing Up to Be a DoctorMost parents really would love to have their child become a doctor. Here's a few suggestions to help plant the desire in their mind.
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How to Help Your Child Handle the Stress of TestsTests are stressful for everyone, including children. Use these suggestions and tips to help your child learn how to deal with test taking.
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What I'm Thankful ForA short list of some of the reasons I give thanks not only at Thanksgiving, but all year long. It's not all the reasons, but only a few of the most important ones.
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How to Build Your Very Own Beach RetreatLove the beach, but don't get to go there very often? Then build your very own beach right in your home. You can escape to it any time by simply closing the door.
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How to Prevent and Control Children's Asthma AttacksUse these tips and suggestions to help prevent and control your child's asthma attacks.
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Keeping Up with Your Child's Immunization or Vaccination ScheduleVarious vaccinations are recommended for children, beginning at birth and continuing through their lives. So how do you keep up with which vaccines are needed and when?
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How to Build a Kids' Picnic or Play TableHow to guide for building a children's picnic or play table.
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Tips and Suggestions to Help You Plan Your Bathroom RemodelRemodeling a bathroom can be very challenging. Here are a few tips and suggestions to help you stay on track as you go through your remodel. -
Keeping Yourself Healthy Helps Ensure Keeping Your Kids HealthyAs parents, we often neglect our own health and well being. But, in order to care for our children, we must first take care of our own health.
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Darkness AwaitsA brother terrorizes his sister on Halloween night.
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How to Replace an Unvented Range HoodReplacing an old unvented range hood is simple and quick. You can have a new range hood installed in less than an hour by following these easy instructions.
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How to Repair or Replace Shingles Missing from Your RoofMissing shingles need to be replaced immediately. Follow these simple instructions to learn how to replace them without replacing the whole roof.
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How to Repair or Patch Concrete StepsCrumbling or cracked concrete steps are not only ugly, they are dangerous. Repair your crumbling steps with these simple instructions.
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How to Build a Wheelchair or Scooter RampBuild an attractive wheelchair ramp in a few weekends. Simply follow these basic guidelines to have the ramp ready for use in no time at all.
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Should Teens Work During the School Year?Does working help a teen or cause him more harm than good? How do parents make the decision of whether or not their teen should hold a job during the school year?
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Plan a Back-to-Nature Fall Holiday with Your KidsFall is the perfect time for a back-to-nature holiday. Pick a day during the most colorful display of leaves and enjoy your time with Mother Nature and your kids.
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What's the Best Age for Children to Begin Doing Chores?Children should be given some chores at as early an age as possible. Giving children chores to do teaches them so much more than just how to do the chores.
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When and How to Explain Adoption to Your Adopted ChildExplaining to your child that he or she is adopted is a personal decision. It is up to the parent to determine when the child is old enough to understand the facts of their birth.
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Explaining Death to ChildrenExplaining death to children is often very difficult. Here are a few tips and suggestions to help explain this sad subject.
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The Final Act of Parenting is Pre-Planning Your Own FuneralPre-planning your own funeral will make it much easier for your children to grieve without the burden of coping with your funeral arrangements when your life ends.
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How to Find and Create Unique Storage Space in Your Home and GarageHaving enough storage space is almost impossible. Follow these suggestions to help you create and organize storage space in your home and garage.
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How to Replace a Light Switch or Electrical ReceptacleReplacing a light switch or an electrical receptacle is an easy and simple task. Follow these instructions to complete the job in no time.
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How to Replace a Tub and Shower FaucetReplacing a tub and shower faucet is a little more complicated than replacing a kitchen or bathroom sink faucet. Follow these simple directions and tips to help guide you through this process.
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A Guide to Help Parents Know When and How Much Punishment Is NecessaryPunishment is a parent's tool to teaching their child about right and wrong. Knowing when and how much punishment to dole out is very important, both to the parent and the child.
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Making Plans for Your Own Care as You AgeA responsible parent will try their best to make life as easy as possible for their child or children for as long as they can. This includes making sure that the parent will not become a burden on the child.
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Tips and Ideas to Help with that Never Ending To-Do ListHere are a few tips and suggestions to help with those never ending problems that keep cropping up on the to-do list.
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How to Give Your Home's Foundation a New Look with Rock or StoneRock or stone can be applied over your concrete or block foundation for a new and beautiful look. Follow these steps to a rock foundation.
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How to Fix a Sagging Spot in Your FloorIf you have a sagging spot in your house floor or on your porch, follow these simple instructions to repair it.
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Children and the Growing Use of InhalantsSniffing or inhalant use is growing rapidly among our children. This dangerous and sometimes deadly addiction is even more frightening when you realize how easy it is for our children to find products to sniff.
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How to Build a Garden TrellisBuild a beautiful and decorative garden trellis following these simple instructions.
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Turn Your Front Porch into an Inviting and Relaxing SpotA few suggestions and ideas on how to turn your front porch into a spot enjoyed by you, family and friends.
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How to Help Cure Bedwetting ProblemsBedwetting is a problem that many children suffer with. Here are some suggestions to help your child conquer this problem.
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Hunting, Guns and ChildrenGuns have long been a topic most parents would rather stay away from. But is it safer for a child to have gun safety training and perhaps experience in using a gun than to have none?
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How to Keep Your Deck Looking New and BeautifulJust follow these simple steps to help your deck stay beautiful and strong throughout the years.
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Purple YHaiki poem about purple and Yahoo.
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Overweight Children-A Growing ConcernOverweight children is becoming a matter of grave concern. However, parents can take some steps to help ensure their child gets enough exercise. These simple suggestions will help get you and your child started on the path to a healthier life.
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Great Places for Kids to Eat in Pikeville, KentuckySome restaurants just seem more kid-friendly than others. Here's a list of a few in Eastern Kentucky.
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The Best Gear for Young Dirt Bike RidersDirt bike riders need special gear to provide protection in this exciting, yet potentially dangerous sport. Helmets, chest protectors and boots are among the most important items needed.
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Home Alone-Tips to Help Ensure Your Child is Ready to Be Left AloneParents worry about leaving their children home alone. Here are some tips and suggestions to help prepare your child for their first taste of independence.
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Guidelines for Dealing with ContractorsPicking a contractor is never easy. Follow these simple guides to help make your experience with a contractor a positive one.
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How to Upholster or Cover Those Worn Out Dining Room Chair CushionsYou can get a new look for your old dining room chairs with this simple and easy guide to re-upholstering or recovering the chairs' cushions.
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How to Replace an Old or Malfunctioning ToiletReplacing an old or malfunctioning toilet is a simple and cost saving measure. Old toilets waste tons of water every year and cost homeowners countless dollars. This simple guide will help you get rid of that old toilet in one day.
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Summer Camps for Kids in Eastern KentuckySummer camp can add fun and variety to summer vacation time. Check out these two summer camps for kids in Eastern Kentucky.
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Must Have Gear for the Serious Young Soccer PlayerSoccer has become a very popular sport recently. These are the items rated as must have gear from my favorite soccer player and coach.
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Teaching Children Responsibility Via Pet AdoptionAdopting a pet is an excellent way to teach your children about responsibility.
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Tips and Techniques to Help You Paint like a ProfessionalPainting is a job that many people dread, not because of the labor itself, but from fear of the finished results. Here's a few tips to get that professional look without paying professional prices.
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Tub Surrounds: A New Look for an Old TubA new tub surround can give your old tub a new and modern look. Here's how to install a tub surround to update your old tub.
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How to Install a Doggy DoorInstalling a doggy door is a fairly simple process. Follow these easy instructions to make life easier for both you and your pet.
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Top Three Burger Joints in Eastern KentuckyThree great burger joints in and near Prestonsburg, Kentucky are Billy Ray's Restaurant, Betsy Layne Dairy Bar, and Loretta Lynn's Kitchen and Carryout. You'll find some of the best burgers you've ever eaten at these places.
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Top Three Places to Take a First Date in Prestonsburg, KentuckyA first date is very important. It can lead to a long lasting relationship if it is handled properly. Here are three great places to take a first date in the town of Prestonsburg, located in Eastern Kentucky.
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Top Three Weekend Escape IdeasEscaping from the turmoil and tension in our lives occasionally helps to revive us and keep us refreshed and able to handle life. Here are three simple escape ideas for you to think about and maybe try.
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Inspecting and Repairing Your GuttersGutters perform a very important function for a home. They direct water away from the walls and foundation. That's why it is critical that you keep your gutters in good working condition.
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How to Build a Vinyl Mailbox in a WeekendBuild a decorative vinyl mailbox in one weekend with these simple, how-to instructions. -
Installing an Exhaust Fan the Easy WayAn exhaust fan is a necessary component of every bathroom. Just follow these simple steps to install an exhaust fan and have a dryer and healthier bathroom.
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Preparing Your Body for PregnancyPreparing your body for pregnancy should begin before you are pregnant. Get your body healthy and ensure that your baby will have a safe and healthy environment while it is sharing your body.
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Celebrating Easter with Your ChildrenParents should help children understand and celebrate the true reason for the Easter holiday as well as the commercial side of it.
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How to Teach Your Child Good HygieneTeaching your child the importance of good hygiene is essential to his health. The best way to do this is by practicing it yourself.
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Tips on Ending the Habit of Thumbsucking from One Parent's PerspectiveThumbsucking is a normal action babies and children use to comfort themselves. However, as one parent remembers, it can be a difficult habit to break. -
Tips for Decorating Your Bathroom in a Traditional StyleTips and suggestions to help you create that perfect traditional bathroom.
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Decorating a Bathroom in the Cottage StyleA bathroom decorated in a cottage style is one of relaxation and comfort. A cottage style bathroom is light and clean.
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Decorating Your Kitchen in the Cottage StyleCreating a cottage style kitchen is easy with these tips and suggestions.
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Tips for Decorating in a Country StyleHere are a few tips and suggestions for decorating your kitchen in the cozy and warm feel of a country style kitchen.
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Drywall 101A basic guide to hanging and finishing drywall for do-it-yourselfers.
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New Windows: Do it Yourself Versus Professional InstallationWith the government's residential energy credit making it cost effective to replace your old windows, the only question is should you install the windows yourself or have professionals install them for you?
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A Pot of GoldA Saint Patrick's Day limerick.
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How to Install an Outdoor PondStep by step instructions on how to install an outside pond.
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How to Install Crown MoldingCrown molding adds value, charm and detail to every room in your home. These simple tips will help you get over the fear of putting this beautiful, extra element of sophistication into your home. -
How to Replace a Ceiling Light FixtureReplacing a ceiling light fixture is not as hard as it sounds. You can do this safely and easily by following these simple instructions.
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How to Install Laminate Counter TopsAn article describing the process of installing laminate counter tops.
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How to Install Kitchen CabinetsAn article giving basic ideas, tips and solutions to installing kitchen cabinets for the do-it-yourselfer. -
How to Turn Broken Concrete Steps into a Stone MasterpieceRepair old cracked concrete steps by covering them with natural rock for a beautiful new look.
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How to Fix a Sagging Wooden GateArticle on how to fix a gate that sags and doesn't open and close properly.
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How to Clean Venetian BlindsA few tips and suggestions on cleaning venetian blinds.
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New Year 2010A poem about the new year.
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Happy HolidaysA holiday haiku.
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Domestic Violence and the Reasons Partners Endure ItDomestic violence is an act of physical or mental violence against a spouse or partner in a family type relationship. Why anyone endures the violence has long been a source of confusion and disbelief by family, friends and law enforcement agencies.
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How to Install Vinyl SidingInstalling vinyl siding is easy and simple. You can improve your home's exterior by installing this fantastic product.
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Turkey DayGiving thanks for the year.
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What I'm Thankful ForThings I am thankful for in my life.
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The Gift of GivingA poor young girl experiences the joy of giving.
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Growing Up HardPoem about growing up poor.
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A Letter from SuzannaA man gets a letter from his mistress telling him why she left him.
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What to Do When Disaster StrikesHandling a disaster or emergency situation is never easy. By remaining as calm as possible and keeping your wits about you, you will work your way through whatever comes.
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How to Give Your Old Fireplace Surround a New Lease on LifeTips for renewing and updating your old fashioned and downright ugly fireplace surround and mantel.
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How to Handle JealousyJealousy is a serious, and sometimes dangerous emotion. It is a destructive feeling that most people have felt or have been the receiver of at some time or another in their life. Knowing how to handle jealousy is extremely important.
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Eastern Kentucky: The Great Outdoors is CallingWarm weather is here and the great outdoors is calling. It's time to start planning your outdoor fun and recreation. -
A Review of "Third Degree" by Greg IlesThis review of the book "Third Degree" by Greg Iles gives the basic information of how a man can become obsessed with finding out about his wife's lover. -
Surprise! Spring Has ArrivedA poem about the arrival of spring.
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How to Deal with Neighboring Dogs and Their Pesty OwnersNeighbors' dogs can be annoying and bothersome. But in reality, the owners are more to blame than the dogs. -
How to Help when a Neighbor or Friend Loses a Loved OneHelping a family when they have lost a loved one just seems like the right thing to do. Here's some ideas and suggestions for ways to help during this trying time. -
How to Install a Wooden Privacy FenceYou can install a wooden privacy fence by yourself. Follow these easy and simple steps for a great privacy fence. -
Spring-Time for a Fresh New Look to the Outside of Your HomeSpring fever has struck! It's time to spruce up the outside of your home with these simple and inexpensive tips and ideas. -
How to Write a Family HistoryWriting a family history involves research and listening to personal stories about family past. It takes time and patience to get the best history.
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Tips for Finding Free Kitchen Cabinet PLansTips and suggestions for finding kitchen cabinet plans for free.
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How to Conduct an Effective Interview in Less Time, with Better ResultsThe process of interviewing and eventually choosing the right person for the job can be a tedious chore. By having a clear process and guideline for the interview, the task becomes much easier. -
Repairing Your Home After a FloodA flood is every bit as devastating as a fire or any other disaster. It just leaves a different kind of cleanup.
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How to Prepare Your Home and Family for when Disaster StrikesWhen the storm is approaching, knowing what to do can be a matter of life and death. By being prepared, you can prevent a lot of damage and repair after a disaster. -
Things to Consider when Hiring a MaidHiring a maid is a bigger decision than just finding someone to clean. There's also security and privacy issues as well. And setting ground rules and a clear set of expectations are crucial. -
Buying Health Insurance Online: A Growing TrendBuying health insurance online is becoming the easiest and fastest method of purchasing health insurance.
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How to Cope with a Jealous PartnerCoping with a jealous partner can put a tremendous strain on a relationship. Deal with the jealousy early on for a successful end to your mate's insecurity.
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How to Close a SaleThere are some people who are born salesmen. And then there are those people who have to work at make a sale. Here's a few suggestions on how to close a sale.
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Writing an Effective Business LetterTips on writing an effective business letter. -
Feed Your Brain and Sharpen Your MindKeeping one's mind stimulated and working at it fullest potential takes more than just thinking.
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The Secret of Downsizing: Have a PlanDownsizing isn't always about companies. Many people want to downsize their homes when their lives change. For whatever reason people do sometimes downsize. Having a plan is an essential tool in the process.
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The Big Sale: When a Deal is Not a DealSale! Sale! Sale! The signs are everywhere, encouraging us to spend our hard earned money. But how do we know if we're really getting a deal? Here's a few ideas to help you know when you are or are not getting a deal.
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How to Read the Latest Best Selling Books for Next to NothingIn today's expensive world, buying books for many people has become a luxury they can't afford. Here's some tips for helping you afford to keep your favorite pastime alive.
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How Home Energy Audits Can Help You Save Money for Years to ComeGetting an expert to come in and do an audit on your home's energy equipment and their cost can save you more money than you can imagine. -
Teen Dating and Domestic ViolenceDomestic violence often begins when teens are dating. Violence in any relationship should never be tolerated. -
How to Redo Your Teen's Room Without a FightMaking over your teen's room without a big argument is a real test of persuasion and compromising.
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How a Commercial Building's Color Can Add Appeal and Attract CustomersA commercial building's exterior color can either attract or repel customers. -
Left at the Altar: How to CopeBeing left at the altar is every girl or guy's nightmare. Here's advice on how to cope if your nightmare turns into reality.
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First Time Home Buyer: Tips and Advice for Purchasing a Safe HomePurchasing a home is exciting, but sometimes intimidating. Making sure your new home is safe and in good physical condition may require some professional help. Here's some tips and advice for making sure your new home is what you expect it to be. -
What Kids Need to Know About DivorceExplaining divorce to children is often as frightening to the parents as it is to the children. Here are a few ideas to help you manage this difficult task.
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Single Parent: How to Choose a Daycare CenterChoosing a daycare for your child is a very daunting responsibility. Here are a few tips to help you find and choose the right one.
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How to Be a Good Step Parent Without Getting Stepped OnA guide to dealing with stepchildren while still maintaining discipline.
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How to Organize a Family ReunionOrganizing a family reunion takes time and planning. Here are a few tips to help guide you through the process.
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Tips on How to Lay Vinyl Floor TilesHere's a few tips and suggestions on how to make laying vinyl floor tiles easier. -
Get Your Spring Cleaning Done Before SpringThe spring cleaning and spruce-up bug bites us all usually around those first pretty days in late March. But you can get the jump on all that cleaning right now while it's still cold out. Here's a few suggestions to help you get started.
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Helping Your Child Deal with the Arrival of a Baby Brother or SisterChildren are often not sure if they like the idea of a new baby coming into the household. Here's a few tips to help the transition from being an only child to being a big brother or sister. -
Letting Children Help Even when You Really Don't Want Them ToLetting your children help you work even when you know that you can do the job faster and better is a good lesson for both of you. -
Tips for Using Left Over PaintWe all have those gallon paint cans with just enough paint left in them that we can't make ourselves throw it out. Here's a few tips and ideas on what to do with that left over paint before it dries out.
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How to Make Something Old Look Like MarbleHow to make anything look like marble with just paint and time.
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A Review of the Movie WALL-EThis is a review of the Disney movie WALL-E. WALL-E is the story of a robot whose sole purpose is to clean up a deserted Earth. WALL-E collects odds and ends that he finds interesting. One such find leads to a great adventure for WALL-E.
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A Few Little Tips and Advice on Laying Ceramic TileMany people shy away from laying ceramic tile. They are afraid it is too big a job or too complicated for do-it-yourselfers. But here's a few tips and some advice to help you conquer your fears and the job of laying ceramic tile.
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How to Afford the Wedding of Her Dreams Without Going BrokePaying for your daughter's wedding can be a financial nightmare. Here are a few tips to help you save money while still having a beautiful wedding.
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Which is a More Effective Punishment Spanking or Time Out?Should you spank your child or use some other means of punishment? Which is more effective? Basically, that depends on the misdeed and the parent.
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Pushover Grandma: When Grandparents Can't Say NoHow to handle a pushover grandma or a grandparent that can't or won't say no to their grandchildren.
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Hardwood Floors in a Bathroom?Will hardwood floors hold up in a bathroom? Read on to find out.
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Are Rules and Routines Really Necessary in Child Rearing?Does having set rules and routines help parents with the awesome responsibility of raising children? Are they good for the child? -
Real Estate: Flip or Keep for Rental Property?When purchasing homes in today's market, should you just buy, fix, and flip or should you hold onto it for future income? That's not always an easy question to answer. Read on to find out more.
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Sports and School: How to Tell If Your Child is Stretched Too ThinIn today's busy world, far too many children are stretched to the breaking point by overzealous parents pushing them to be better and better. How can you tell when enough is too much?
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Teaching Kids to Show Respect is Just Plain Good MannersTeaching children to show respect for others is one of parents' many jobs.
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"Mom, I'm Pregnant!"--Words You Don't Want to Hear from Your Sixteen Year Old DaughterLearning to cope with your teenage daughter's unplanned pregnancy and supporting her decisions. -
Alone and Lonely During the HolidaysThe Christmas season often brings out feelings of loneliness among people, especially those with little or no family. Volunteering at hospitals, nursing homes, and homeless shelters can be a great way to help ease the feelings of loneliness.
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Fighting with Being Fifty Years Of AgeLearning to deal with being fifty.
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How to Help Your Child Deal with the Stigma of a Learning DisabilityHow to deal with your child's feelings of inadequacies and insecurities concerning their learning disabilities.
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Clutter Free and Happy: Cleaning Tips For When It's Cold OutsideGet motivated and clean those closets out while it's cold outside.
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Coming Up Short? Here's How to Raise Money FastWays to raise money fast when those unexpected emergencies arise. Here are some places you can go to come up with some extra cash.
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Back to the Basic Reason for the Season: An Old Fashion ChristmasHow to have a Christmas that will stand out in your family's memory without spending money that you don't have.
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Dividing Your Children's Time During the HolidaysHolidays are meant to be spent with loved ones. But what happens when families are split apart by divorce. How do you divide the time spent with each parent and their families? -
The First Holiday Season Without Your Loved OneThe first holiday season after the death of a loved one can be very emotional and sad. Here are a few ideas to help you and your family cope with the loss of your loved one during this first season without that special person.
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The Perfect Holiday Gift to Yourself and Your FamilyThe perfect holiday vacation is easy to find. Just go online and type in "Cruises." Presto, you have the perfect vacation.
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How to Have a Safe and Happy Holiday SeasonBeing safe during the holiday season is more important than anything else. Practice these safe ideas and you will have a happy holiday. -
A Pet for Christmas?A pet for Christmas is often the ultimate gift. But think it through carefully before you make the commitment. It's not something you can take back or exchange.
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How to Make Room in the Garage For Your CarHow to clear out the clutter in your garage to make room for your cars.
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Relieve Holiday Stress: Shop Early, Make Lists and More IdeasHow to relax and have fun during the holidays instead of stressing and worrying.
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How to Have a Holly Jolly Christmas WeddingPlanning a Christmas time wedding can be a lot of pressure, but it can also be fun, exhilarating, and beautiful.
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Oak Floors: The Ultimate ChoiceOak floors enhance a home and add value.
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Suggestions on How to Improve the Exterior of an Old Brick HouseHow to improve an old brick exterior. -
What to Do If You Have an Automobile AccidentNine rules or suggestions you should know before you have an accident.
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Be as Snug as a Bug in a Rug This WinterSome simple and inexpensive suggestions to help keep your home warm and cozy this winter without breaking you up.
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A Family Cookbook for ChristmasFor a perfect and very personal Christmas gift, organize and publish your very own family cookbook.
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Investing in Real EstateReal estate is a good investment. It can be a source of income as we grow older.
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Fall: God's Gift to the People of Eastern KentuckyEastern Kentucky's Appalachian Mountains are a showcase of color in the fall.
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A Really Fun Vehicle-the Jeep WranglerAn owner's view of the Jeep Wrangler
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Political LimerickThe perfect candidate
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Patient in an Open-Backed Hospital Gown: A Funny Halloween CostumeHere's an idea that's not only easy to make; it's fun. No, actually, it's hilarious. The idea of the costume is to be a hospital patient wearing one of those terrible hospital gowns that ties in the back.
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Spooky Recipes for a Halloween PartyA fun and tasty recipe for your Halloween party.
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A Haunting Night of PartyingFour teenagers check out a party.
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How to Install an Indoor Water Fountain in Your HomeGuide to installing an indoor water fountain in your home.
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September 11, 2001Where I was on 9-11-01.
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Guide to Having a Comfortable "Talk" With Your TeenSome tips to help parents when talking to their children about sex.
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Talking to Your Parents About an Embarrassing or Sensitive TopicA few tips to use when talking to your parents about moving into an assisted living facility. -
Book Review of My Sister's Keeper by Jodi PicoultA story of a sister who was genetically design to provide medical assistance to her terminally ill sister and her fight to win medical emancipation tfrom her parents.
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Great Locations for Halloween Haunted HousesA list of five new ideas for haunted houses.