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How Octomom Will Raise Her KidsHow will the Octomom raise her kids? Our Octomom, an octopus with few maternal instincts, serves as a surrogate for Suleman. -
The New American Tea Party: Tradition with a TwistThe New American Tea Party protest against the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act has a precedent in the Boston Tea Party. While new protests will be on land, this article imagines a revolutionary New American Tea Party on yachts in Boston Harbor. -
Cutting the Fat at Obama White House Cocktail PartiesNational Peanut Butter Lover's Day should be proclaimed by President Obama since the peanut butter recall has lessened American's faith. Peanut butter appetizers should be served at White House parties, setting a trend for cheap, appealing foods. -
Princesses, Lady Leprechauns, Little Lasses and a Mermaid: The Very Best Free St. Patrick's Day Coloring Pages for Girly GirlsPretty Princesses, Lady Leprechauns, Irish Dancing, and a beautiful Mermaid make the best free St. Patrick's Day Coloring Pages for Girls. The best free St. Patrick's Day Coloring Pages for Girls have much more than the typical Leprechauns. -
George Washington and Tax Evasion: Obama's Nominees Not the First Tax DodgersObama nominee Tom Daschle is in good company, as our First President was a tax evader. George Washington's birthday is February 22, and one of our nation's greatest presidents was a tax evader.
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Keebler Elves Affected by Peanut Butter RecallKeebler cookies and crackers are part of the FDA peanut butter recall. How does the consumer regain faith in the Keebler brand after the salmonella peanut butter warning? -
Free Flowers! the Best Rose E-cards for Valentine's DayWith the high cost of roses, men can beat the recession this Valentine's Day by sending free rose e-cards to women. Free flower e-cards are better than a fading bouquet of roses for your Valentine. Here's the best free e-card sites for Valentines. -
Can President Obama Give a Boost to the Peanut Industry?Due to the recent peanut butter recall, consumers have been avoiding peanuts in general. Poor Mr. Peanut has been adversely affected by Salmonella warnings and is making a last-ditch pitch for the peanut industry. -
Girl Scout Cookies NOT Part of Peanut Butter RecallGirl Scout Cookies with peanut butter are not affected by the FDA peanut butter recall. Licensed cookie manufacturers for Girl Scout Cookies state that PCA is not the supplier of their peanut butter or paste. -
The Obamas' White House Decorator, Michael S. SmithCalifornia designer Michael S. Smith will make the White House family friendly. Celebrity decorator Smith, given $100,000 in starting funds, will use affordable brands for a new cheap and chic decor in the White House private family quarters.
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Recession-Era Valentine's DayInspired by a vintage Free Valentine E-card are humorous poems about Recession era romance. Newly unemployed, underprivileged rich people have a hard time celebrating Valentine's Day as usual, although Free Valentine E-cards come in handy.
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An International Outrage: Spam from FranceFrench email marketers have begun to send spam to American email addresses. Why are French companies of dubious integrity offering credit to American consumers? We look at this phenomenon through a satirical lens. -
The Best Teddy Bear Valentine's Day Coloring Pages for KidsWe list over 10 of the Best Teddy Bear Valentine's Day Coloring Pages. These online websites are free and fun and also include cute Valentine's Day crafts and other Valentine printables for kids, along with tons of Teddy Bears to color. -
The Most Beautiful Store Windows in New York City: Lord & TaylorLord & Taylor outdid themselves this Christmas season with opulent store windows. Mannequins attired in eveningwear are posed in elegant settings with antiques, gorgeous draperies, and ornaments for a beautiful Christmas display. -
Hair Care Review: Pantene Pro-V Classic Care ConditionerPantene Pro-V Classic Care Conditioner is one of the best hair care products to use for untangling hair and making hair healthy again. As conditioners go, this excellent hair conditioner is perfect for the most troublesome hair care emergencies. -
Hardware Stores Can Be Sexy: A Guide to the Hottest Ad on ACSome Content Producers may be dismayed by the new advertisements on AC. I soon realized that online display ads can be sexy. The subliminal sexual meaning of the Ace Hardware ads will result in even more success for AC content. -
Collection of Christmas Teddy Bears at Pat's Kountry Kitchen, Old Saybrook, CTPat's Kountry Kitchen, a family restaurant in Old Saybrook, CT, is known for its charming collection of vintage and antique teddy bears. The homestyle restaurant is beautifully decorated for Christmas with Santa Bears and other old-fashioned toys. -
How Not to Bake a CakeThis article describes how not to bake a cake. Using a packaged cake mix does not guarantee success. We don't need to see TV food show hosts baking perfect cakes either. -
Antique and Vintage Christmas Decorations on Display in Rhode IslandAntique and Vintage Christmas Decorations including Santa Claus, Angels, Elves and Snowmen are displayed in the Richmond Antique Center in Richmond, Rhode Island, and the Eagles Nest Antique Center in Portsmouth, Rhode Island.
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My Christmas Stocking and a Very Special Thank You!The author photographs and describes the gifts she received in her Christmas stocking from Santa Claus. AC contributor and Secret Santa Donald Pennington also surprised her on Christmas morning with his kindness!
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Victorian and Antique Christmas Free E-card SitesAntique Christmas e-cards are a free way to send some holiday cheer. These Internet Christmas card sites for Victorian e-cards are small and selective, and you won't find them described elsewhere.
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Christmas Decorations and Holiday Lights in New York CityThe best and brightest holiday lights and Christmas decorations in New York City including Cartier, Tiffany, Louis Vuitton, The Palace Hotel & Trump Tower. Christmas trees, Christmas windows and Christmas ornaments.
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A Romantic Ride Through Snowy New York CityA Soviet sweetheart pedals the author in his pedicab through a snowy New York City in search of the best and brightest Christmas Decorations. A fun and festive time is had by all, and the author determines her New Year's resolutions.
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A Connecticut Country Christmas: Decorating the Kitchen for the HolidaysOur kitchen is decorated with a collection of antique, vintage, and new Christmas decorations. We spend lots of time together in the kitchen over the holidays, and old-fashioned Santas, Swedish elves, and angel ornaments add warmth and good cheer.
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The Best Christmas Cat E-cardsCats love Christmas, or at least they love toying with shiny Xmas ornaments on the Christmas tree. Here is a list of the best cat e-card sites for Christmas greetings with a kitty theme.
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A Fruitcake with Sex AppealChristmas fruitcakes are perhaps the most hated holiday dessert. However, The Playboy Gourmet states that fruitcake goes best with warm alcoholic drinks, like Hot Spiked Eggnog. This article is a humorous spoof taking off from this concept.
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Harry Potter Author J.K. Rowling's The Tales of Beedle the Bard at The New York Public LibraryHarry Potter author J.K. Rowling's rare, leather-bound handwritten copy of The Tales of Beedle the Bard is on view at The New York Public Library, on loan from Scholastic Books. Members of the Harry Potter Meet-Up Group were visiting the library.
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Yummy Christmas Cookie GiftsThis tongue-in-cheek piece describes how to make an attractive present of homemade Christmas cookies. Pretty plates, tins, and ribbons inexpensively dress up half-baked holiday cookies, and cookies decorated with sprinkles always look yummy.
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Christmas White Elephant Gifts for the Hostess with the MostestThis article takes a humorous look at White Elephant Christmas party gifts. First, there is a satirical description of the royal white elephant. Several affordable handmade and glass Christmas ornaments with an elephant theme are then described.
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Think Pink This New Year's with a Shirley TempleRing in the New Year by toasting with family and friends and some yummy non-alcoholic drinks like the Shirley Temple. This pretty pink drink has been beloved by kids of all ages since the 1930s.