Bill Hanks
Just an average Joe living in the Midwest. I am a retired High School teacher/coach. I work part time for a small college. I am president of our local Kiwanis club. I am also a city alderman. I spent six year in the Army National Guard. But, most of all a grandpa.
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Learning to Run AgainThis article explains my struggle on learning to run again after a 42 year absence.
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Do You Have Enough Me Time?This article examines the importance of taking time for yourself.
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Winter Running Trails in Southern IllinoisThis article provides information for winter running trails in southern Illinois.
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The Importance of Play for All GenerationsThis article looks at the importance and value of play for individuals of all ages.
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Going from Indebtedness to Debt FreeThis article looks at my psychological transition from indebtedness to debt free.
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Managing a Child's Online FootprintThis article examines the importance of managing a child's online footprint in various situations.
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Tips for Leadership and Displaying PowerThis article explores tips of power and how they need to be applied by those in the position of authority.
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House Cleaning Tips for the Holiday SeasonThis article provides tips that will freshen up your home before guests arrive over the holiday season.
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St. Louis Rams Holiday Gift GuideThis article lists ten items that make excellent gifts for a Rams fan.
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Bible Christmas Trivia for Your Holiday PartiesThis is a set of trivia questions and answers for your holiday parties and family gatherings.
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Deer Hunting Shooting TacticsThis article explains the best way to shoot a deer.
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The Top Ice Skating Rinks Inn St. Louis, MissouriThis article identifies three rinks to go ice skating in S. Louis, Missouri.
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Snow Sledding Locations in the St. Louis, Missouri AreaThis article previews ideal sledding locations in and around St. Louis, Missouri.
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George McGovern Remembered for Pushing Vietnam's EndThis is a brief review of my memory of George McGovern.
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Pumpkin Patches in Central IllinoisThis article reviews three pumpkin patches located in central Illinois near St. Louis, Missouri.
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Are Father-Daughter Dances a Thing of the Past?This article looks at the elimination of father-daughter dances and mom and son ball games.
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Age Can Make a Difference in Your Travel PlansThis article takes a look at the disadvantages that age can make in your travel plans.
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How to Commit to Become FitThis article reviews the obstacles you need to overcome to become physically fit.
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A Formula for Beginning RunnersThis article offers a formula for those that want to begin a running routine.
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El Maguey Mexican Restaurant; Edwardsville, IllinoisThis is a review of the Mexican restaurant El Maguey that is located in Edwardsville, Illinois.
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Edward Jones Dome Stadium Guide for the St. Louis RamsThis is a stadium guide to the Edward Jones Dome, the home of the NFL's St. Louis Rams.
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2012 NFL Team Profile: St. Louis RamsThis article is a National League Profile of the St. Louis Rams.
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Ideas for Decorating Your Back to School LockerThis article gives some suggestions for decorating your locker as you go back to school.
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College Football Profile: University of Illinois Fighting IlliniThis article takes a look at the 2012 profile for the University of Illinois college football season.
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Are You Medically Prepared at Home?This article examines what's in your medicine cabinet and are you prepared and equipped for an emergency.
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Simple Ways to Manage Medical Bills and AccountsThis article explains how to manage and control your medical bills.
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The Kerri Strug Vault Secures the GoldThis article reviews my most surprising moment in Olympic history.
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Give Your Front Yard an Appearance LiftThis article provides some suggestions for improving the appearance of your front yard.
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Pot Holes on the Road of LifeThis article deals with handling family deaths.
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Could Job Share Work for You and Your CompanyThis article looks at what it would take to make job share a successful venture for individuals and their companies.
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A Twenty Year Olympic MemoryThis article is about my favorite Olympic moment.
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An Open Letter to the Athletes and Students at Penn StateThis is an open letter to the students and athletes at Penn State University.
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From Illness to FitnessThis article explains how to take your body from an injury or illness to fitness.
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How I Met Johnny WeissmullerThis article is about the time that I met Johnny Weissmuller of Tarzan fame.
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Healthy Eating Habits for College StudentsThis article examines how to maintain healthy eating habits in college.
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How an Adjustable-Rate Mortgage Helped Us During the Housing BustThis article explains how I beat the housing bubble and established a lower interest rate on my mortgage. -
25 Reasons to Be a University of Illinois Football FanThis article lists 25 reasons to be a Fighting Illini Football FanAlso published on:
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Local Summer Golf Courses in St. Louis, MissouriThis article reviews five golf courses in the St. Louis area.
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Successful Ad Banners for Your Blog or Web SiteThis article provides tips for designing and using successful ad banners for your blog or web site.
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A Bicentennial Memory and a Freedom PerspectiveThis article relates my favorite Bicentennial and Fourth of July memory.
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Bully Breakdown; A Look at a Bully and Those Being BulliedThis article is a close up examination of bullying characteristics for both sides of the issue.
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Has the Greatest Generation Now Become the Most HatedThis article takes a look at how Seniors have changed a perspective of being the greatest generation to being despised by many.
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Firecrackers, a Fast Cousin and Correct GrammarThis is a memory of a Fourth of July from my youth.
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Inexpensive Ways to Celebrate an AnniversaryThis article provides some different ways to say "I love you" on your wedding anniversary based on my experience in the past 38 years.
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Bar Stool BluesThis is my story of a date gone bad.
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Understanding the Tour De FranceThis article explains the different categories and scoring for The Tour De France.
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Volleyball Drills to Improve Team MovementPlayer movement is very important in playing defense and transition into the offense. This article provides drills to improve movement.
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Know it All's that Know NothingThis article examines what we really don't know.
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Vacation Bible School Outdoor GamesThis article provides outdoor games for vacation bible school.
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Live Like You Have a Free PlayThis is a lifestyle motivational piece about living each day to its fullest.
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Downsizing Can Assist Seniors in RetirementThis article looks at how downsizing can assist seniors in their retirement years.
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Group Travel Considerations for Senior CitizensThis article looks at considerations for group travel for seniors.
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How to Stand Up and Paddle SurfThis article explains the skills of how to stand up and paddle surf with and without waves.
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Auto Mechanic Apprenticeship as a TeenagerThis article explains how I learned a lot about being an automobile mechanic as a teenager.
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Wanted Bigfoot Hair SamplesThis article looks at researchers trying to crack the mystery if Bigfoot really exists.
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Various Ways to Use Chalkboard PaintThis is a craft article for the use of chalkboard paint.
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Memorial Day and My Father's SacrificesA brief look at the honor of Memorial Day.
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How This Senior Keeps Mentally FitThis article explains what I do to maintain mental fitness as I age. -
The Importance of Physical Balance in Our Daily LivesThis article looks at the physical property of balance.
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How I was Drafted into the National GuardThis is my military account of being drafted into the Illinois National Guard.
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Why This Vet Supports Barack ObamaThis brief article looks at why I will support Barack Obama from a military view point.
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My Weekly Fitness RoutineThis article reviews my weekly fitness routine.
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Reasons Casablanca Has Remained One of the Top Five Films of All TimeThis article looks as why the movie Casablanca has remained one of our all time favorite films.
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Selecting the Right Tattoo ParlorThis article looks at what you should look for in a good tattoo parlor.
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Marriage Ups and Downs in My Senior YearsThis article looks at the ups and downs of marriage during my golden years. -
Putting an Old T-Shirt to Good UseThis article provides ideas for recycling an old t-shirt.
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Tips for Drafting Your NFL Fantasy TeamThis article provides suggestions for drafting your NFL fantasy team.
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Creative Loafing and It's BenefitsThis article examines how to loaf and enjoy the benefits.
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My Plus 60 Fitness PlanThis article reviews a fitness plan that I use to maintain a good level of fitness.
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How I Saved Money Buying My New Chevrolet CruzeThis article details how I saved several thousand dollars, while purchasing my new vehicle.
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What Is Back Country Trail Running?This article examines the extreme sport of ultra trail running, sometimes called back country trail running. -
How to Get the Most Out of Your MoneyThis article provides methods that help you take care of your money. -
How to Successfully Chase the GradeThis article looks at the educational grading system and how to score that high grade in class. -
The Best Picnic Wines for the Spring SeasonThis article reviews various wines to use for a picnic during the spring season. -
An April Fool's Prank that Went Bad for a TeacherThis article looks at an April Fool's joke that went bad for me as a teacher.
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The Incredible Stories of the Butterfly People in Joplin, MissouriThis article reviews the accounts of the butterfly people seen during the 2011 Joplin tornado.
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Baseball and Softball Playing Fields in the St. Louis, Mo., Metro East AreaThis article reviews several playing fields in the metro east area of St. Louis, Missouri.
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Local Batting Cages in the St. Louis Metro East AreaThis article reviews batting cages in the St. Louis, Missouri metro east area.
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Leaving a Job for an EducationThis article looks at a good job that I gave up to further my education. -
Ultimate Tazer Ball; The New Extreme SportThis article looks at the extreme sport of ultimate tazer ball.
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Spring Break Travel PreparednessThis article provides suggestions for staying safe while traveling on spring break. -
$48,000 Would Let Me Walk AwayThis article explains what it would take for me to walk away from my present position and become a mountain man. -
Linsanity is Shaking the NBA and the WorldThis article looks at the rise of Jeremy Lin and the excitement he has brought to the National Basketball Association.
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Test Driving the Chevrolet CruzeThis article looks at my test driving and purchasing plan for a Chevrolet Cruze.
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The Best Ways to Ask a Girl to the PromThis article gives unique suggestions for asking a girl to the prom. -
What All Senior Citizens Should Do Before Entering a HospitalThis article looks at important things that a Senior should do before going into a hospital. -
Winter Activities for Senior CitizensThis article lists five different winter activities that Senior Citizens can enjoy.
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What is Slack-lining and Can Everyone Do ItThis article looks at the sport of slack-lining as seen during the Madonna Super Bowl half time show.
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Why Prayer is the Most Widely Used Form of Alternative Health CareThis article examines the use of prayer as a form of health care. -
Local Wineries in the Metro East St. Louis AreaThis article reviews three wineries located in Illinois, just east of St. Louis, Missouri. -
Why is Ice Wine Special?This article looks at ice wine and why it is so special.
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Set Up a Group Tour and Go FreeThis article explains how you can set up your own tour and go free and make money.
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Should Organ Donations Be Rationed?This article takes a look at age related organ donations.
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Being a Swimming Lifeguard Takes ResponsibilityThis article looks at what it take to be a swimming lifeguard.
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Create a Child's Room that Grows with Your ChildThis article gives suggestions for interior designs for your child's room as they grow.
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The 2012 St. Louis Muny ScheduleThis article provides information for the 2012 edition of the St. Louis Muny Opera.
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Are You Insured Through a Corporate Owned Life Insurance Policy?This article looks at corporate insurance policies on employees that name themselves as beneficiaries.
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The Importance of Online Reviews for TravelersThis article looks at the value of online travel reviews for travelers.
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Politics is Not CharacterThis article looks at the goodness in individuals.
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Super Bowl XXXIV; The TackleThis article looks at my favorite moment in Super Bowl history.
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Winning Tips for Basketball CoachesThis article provides suggestions to help aspiring basketball coaches.
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My Special Sports TreasureThis article looks at a sports treasure that I have kept for years.
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How I Plan to Purchase a New Chevrolet CruzeThis article explains how I plan to research and buy a new Chevrolet Cruze.
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Marathon Training for the Beginning RunnerThis article gives advice for training to run a marathon.
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Winter Camping in Central IllinoisThis article reviews some ideal winter camping sites in central Illinois.
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2012 Spring Colors and Fashion Trends for the Professional WomanThis article takes a look at the 2012 fashion trends for the lady in the office.
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My Three Biggest Parent PitfallsThis article examines three mistakes that I made as a parent.
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Mental Health First AidThis article lools at how to get certified in mental health first aid.
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Is Christmas a Good Time to Give a Pet?This article looks at the giving of a pet as a agift at Christmas.
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Ten Holiday Gifts for a St. Louis Blues FanThis article provides ten holiday gifts for a fan of the St. Louis Blues.Also published on:
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Four Unique Christmas Gifts for TweensThis article reviews four ideal gifts for tweens this holiday season.
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Is it Possible to Avoid Germs at This Time of the Year?This article looks at being pro-active to avoid colds and flu.
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Will Penn State Be Offered a Bowl Game?This article looks at the Penn State college football bowl selection process.
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When Should You Get Your Child a Cellphone?This article looks at when parents should buy their child their first cellphone.
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Serving Wine Over the HolidaysThis article gives suggestions for serving wine over the holiday season.
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Holiday Gifts for the Fighting Illini Basketball FanThis article reviews five gifts for the Fighting Illinois basketball fan.Also published on:
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Turkey Hunting Tactics for BeginnersThis article reviews some important hunting tactics for turkey hunters.
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Ice Fishing in Central IllinoisThis article reviews the sport of ice fishing in central Illinois.
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St. Louis Cardinals World Series Champs Hats for ChristmasThis article gives you the top five baseball caps of the World Series champions St. Louis Cardinals.
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College Football and the Shadows that Follow ItThis article looks at the state of college football.
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Ice Skating Lessons for Children in St. Louis, MissouriThis article reviews five locations to go for ice skating lessons for your children.
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Deer Accidents Can Be AvoidedThis article looks at how to avoid a deer accident and what you need to do, if you strike one.
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Toy Boxes Make an Excellent Christmas GiftThis article looks at toy boxes as Christmas presents.
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New Golf Club Grips During the Off SeasonThis article examines the value of adding new golf club grips during the off season.
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Wine Baskets Make an Excellent Holiday GiftThis article explains how to make your own wine basket as a holiday gift.
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Mustaches: Can They Improve a Guy's Appearance?This article looks at the male mustache. Does it improve a guy's appearance?
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Things to Do on Thanksgiving Eve, November 23This article looks at how to spend the night before Thanksgiving.
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Getting Psyched for Black Friday ShoppingThis article will you get fired up for Black Friday shopping.
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The Best Places to Play Darts in Alton, IllinosThis article reviews the best places to play darts in or near Alton, Illinois.
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Snowshoe Rental in St. Louis, MissouriThis article reviews where you can rent snowshoes for your outdoor winter travel and fitness.
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Hidden Valley: The Ski Park in St. LouisThis article reviews Hidden Valley ski park in st. Louis, Missouri.
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Eli Cobb; A True Halloween StoryThis article looks at the story of mass murderer Eli Cobb.
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Snowshoeing at Pierre Marquette State Park in Alton, IllinoisThis article provides a review of Illinois's Pierre Marquette State Park. It has a lot to offer when it comes to using snowshoes.
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Winter Running Courses in Edwardsville, IllinoisThis article examines winter running courses in the Edwardsville, Illinois area.
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My Top Five Plays in St. Louis Rams History: Fan's ViewThis article looks at my five best plays made by the St. Louis Rams.
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My Five Worst Moments in St. Louis Rams History: Fan's ViewThis article looks at the top five worst moments in the history of the St. Louis Rams.
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Christmas Decor Ideas for Your College Dorm RoomThis article will provide some good ideas for decorating your college dorm room for Christmas.
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Hidden Valley: Snowboarding in the MidwestThis article takes a look at the Hidden Valley snow park in St. Louis, Missouri.
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Your Fall Season Home to Do ListThis article helps you prepare your home and yourself for the winter.
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The McPike Mansion; a Past History of Haunted TalesThis article looks at the McPike Mansion located in Alton, Illinois.
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Midnight Madness; A Beginning to the Hoop SeasonThis article looks at college basketballs "Midnight Madness."
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Why Standing is so Important in Our LifeThis article looks at the value of standing in our life.
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The Questions You Should Ask Your Child Care ProviderEvery morning parents head off to work. They entrust their child to a day care or child care provider. Are their children safe? This article examines what every parent should look for, when they send their child off to be cared for another.
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Essential Life Skills for SeniorsThis article examines all types of life skills for seniors that are important in everyday living.
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A New Option for Future HousingThis article looks at the L41 cube home.
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Parking and Making Out; The Beginnings of Kiss and TellThis article explores the beginning adventures of kiss and tell for adolescents.
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Michael Jackson Body Guard Claimed Doc Cleaned Up Before 911This article examines more on the Michael Jackson trial of Dr. Conrad Murray.
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Archery Ideas for the Fall SeasonThis article provides some ideas for teaching archery in your Physical Education classroom.
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Have You Started Making Out Your Christmas List?This article offers suggestions for a Christmas list during a tough economy.
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Slurring Words from Michael JacksonThis article looks at day one of the Dr. Conrad Murray Trial.
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Dr. Conrad Murray; Guilty or Innocent of Involuntary ManslaughterThis article looks at the beginning of the Murray trial in a capsule.
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You Can Make Some Extra Cash Before the HolidaysThis article provides some ideas for making extra cash before the holidays.
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Cleaning Your Convertable TopThis article will tell you how to clean your convertible top.
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Decorate Your Dorm Room for HalloweenThis article provides some ideas for decorating your dorm room for Halloween.
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Don't Let a Sagging Economy Ruin Your Next Family VacationThis article explains how I will save money on my next family vacation. You can do this, too.
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What is Cenegenics and Should Seniors Get Involved?This article looks at the cenegenic program.
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Are You an Article Engineer?This article examines how article writers go about their work.
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How Do I Close and Winterize My Swimming Pool?This article provides suggestions for closing your swimming pool for the winter months.
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Sherlock Holmes; A Game of Shadows (Movie Review)This is a brief movie review article of the Sherlock Holmes movie "A Game of Shadows."
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Has Detroit Truly Turned Around Their Economy?This article looks at the city of Detroit, Michigan and examines if they have been able to turn around their economic situation.
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Can You Get Your Neighbor to Clean Their Yard?This article explains how to work with your neighbor and get them to clean up their mess.
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Are You Ready to Begin Your Christmas Shopping?This article looks at the beginning of the holiday shopping season.
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American StrongThis brief article is my observation of the character of America as a strong nation.
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Ideas for Helping Your Student/Child to Select a Profession or VocationThis article provides some ideas for helping you guide your student/child to a lifetime vocation.
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The Twilight Saga; Breaking Dawn (Part 1); Movie Review and PlanningThis article previews the movie Breaking Dawn and ideas for its release.
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Snow Shoveling Means Money Opportunities for TeensThis article gives teens a way to make extra cash during the winter.
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Freeze Away Fat CellsThis article explains how to reduce body fat.
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A Gothic Halloween Party Can Spice Up the HolidayThis article gives suggestions for throwing a Gothic Halloween party.
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The Copper Dock Winery; Pocahontas; IllinoisThis article reviews the winery the Copper Dock, which is located in West Central Illinois.
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Barn Art; A Dying ProfessionThis article takes a look at the profession of barn art.
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Selecting an Assisted Living Home for SeniorsThis article provides considerations, when selecting an assisted living home for Seniors.
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Labor Day Weekend Trip to St. Charles, MissouriThis article provides information for Labor Day weekend travel to old St. Charles, Missouri.
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Maintaining Fitness at Age 62This article explains what I do to maintain body fitness.
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Hitting Your First Home RunThis article looks at the child old memory of hitting my first home run.
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Why a College Minor is Just as Important as a MajorThis article looks at the value of a minor degree.
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Ideal Vehicles for College StudentsThis article reviews vehicles that are great for college students.
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Chalk Art for ChildrenThis article explains some ideas for helping children enjoy chalk art.
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The best NFL bars in Alton, IllinoisThis article reviews three great bars to watch to watch NFL games.
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Ways to Get into a College Football GameThis article provides five ways to get in to watch your college team play football.
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How to Get Along with Your College RoommateThis article explains how to get along with your college roommate.
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University of Illinois Football; 2011This article looks at the Fighting Illini for the 2011 NCAA football season.
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The Help; A Movie ReviewThis article reviews the movie "The Help."
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Spiking Drills for VolleyballThis article gives some lead up drills for improving spiking in the game of volleyball.
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Cross Country Skiing for BeginnersThis article looks at the sport of cross country skiing.
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Reasons for Avoiding CarnivalsThis article looks at carnivals and their operations.
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Repair that Hole in the WallThis article explains how to repair a hole in your drywall.
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The Final Measurement of a PersonThis is a philosophic look at a persons final accomplishments.
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Apollo 18; A Movie ReviewThis article is a spoiler for the movie Apollo 18.
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How to Improve Your Bachelor PadThis article looks at upgrading your bachelor home or apartment.
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How to Organize Your College Dorm RoomThis article provides some tips for organizing your college dorm room.
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I Self Published with Publish AmericaThis article documents how I published my book with the company Publish America.
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Decorate Your Yard for the FallThis article provides some suggestions for outdoor decorations for the Fall season.
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9/11 Changes Security Perspectives for Former National GuardsmanThis article looks at my perspective of September 11 the past ten years.
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What is in a Teachers NameThis article looks at the various last names of teachers that I have come across.
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Skin-walkers, Uniforms and Shape-shifters; The ComparisonThis article looks at the comparison between skin-walkers and uniforms.
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Should Teachers Be Restricted in Electronic Communication with Their Students?This article looks at eliminating electronic contact between teachers and students.
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The Downgrade, Politics and Hard Working AmericansThis is my take on the state of things that are facing our country.
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Travel Tips for the Fall Wine SeasonThis article looks at wine tours throughout the Midwest during the Fall season.
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Suggestions for Writing a Screen PlayThis article provides tips for writing a screen play.
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Travel Guide for Toronto, CanadaThis article gives some suggestions for touring through the international city of Toronto.
