Anne Bowen
I have lived in the Chicago area most of my life and am enjoying my retirement. I have always loved to write and have a special passion for history.
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Displaying Results 1 - 95 (of 95) for Yahoo! Voices
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Storage Wars, (A&E, 9-10 Central Time, Tuesday Evenings)Does this show have The WOW Factor? YEPPPPP!
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My First Flight, a Horror StoryMy first flight was a horror show but I've got to admit that it was INTERESTING!
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Live Easter Pets May Not Be a Good Gift for Small ChildrenEvery Spring, well-meaning people learn the hard way about giving children live Easter pets.
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How I Am Preparing for the Next Natural DisasterSometimes survival is the most important thing and it is easier if you are ready for it.
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How to Invest Wisely when You Don't Know What You're DoingYou can have fun investing in the stock market and earn money too.
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If I Should Die Before I Wake, Call the Neptune SocietyOur way of life has changed and so has the way we think about Death.
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Halloween II (1981) -- Quite Possibly the Worst Movie Sequel EverSomebody out in Hollywood had a vested interest in making sure the Boogey Man survived and that's a crime.
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Buying Something is Easy, OPENING it is the Real Problem!Paying for merchandise is only half the battle -- then you've got to get the gol-darned thing OPEN!
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The Museum of Science and Industry Belongs to All ChicagoansNo matter where you live in Chicago or its surrounding metropolitan area, the Museum of Science and Industry is a treasure which belongs to you.
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"Dancing with the Stars" or All's Well that Ended Well!I used to admire the integrity of this show but a lot of us viewers were beginning to smell a rat.
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The Brookfield Zoo - Treasures Enough to Last a Lifetime!The Brookfield Zoo has withstood the test of time and the promise of the future.
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The Garfield Park Conservatory, a Chicago TreasureLife may not promise us a rose garden but Chicago's Garfield Park Conservatory may be the next best thing!
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The Quiet Heroism of Heman PowersOn a fine day in 1924, Uncle Heme had a good chance to stay out of danger but jumped in anyway to save somebody else.
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Antivir Solution is Meaner Than a Junkyard DogSpitting into the wind is one thing but -- whatever you do -- don't mess around with Antivir Solution!
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Ferreting Out the Truth About Pet FerretsFerrets are adorable, furry little creatures but they also have sharp teeth and sometimes unpredictable temperaments.
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Driving Under the Influence ... On a HORSE??!!!!Horses are beautiful, sensitive creatures who are too often unprotected or properly cared for in modern society.
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Adopting Pet Sharks -- First, a Reality Check!If a shiver of sharks swimming around in a massive tank is part of the decor in your living room, then you should be afraid, be VERY afraid.
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Problems and Pratfalls of Owning Primate PetsJust because primate animals are related to us doesn't mean that they want to call us "Mommy" or "Daddy".
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Adopting Snakes for Pets May Not Be a Good BetPet snakes are not going to fetch, roll over or care about what you think, as a lot of sadder but wiser people have learned the hard way.
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Jimmy Cagney and IThe cat who came to dinner would have loved us even if we hadn't given him anything to eat. What a guy!
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How to Retire in Spite of YourselfEven though your financial house may have been in disorder in the past, you can still retire if you play your cards right.
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"Six Feet Under" is Gone but Not ForgottenLike an old friend, "Six Feet Under" has withstood the test of time.
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What You Might Not Know About the United StatesSome little known facts about our country. -
Green MusicThere was the glory that was Greece and the grandeur that was Rome ... and the Fairies who lived in my mother's garden. -
The Old Abandoned Well and the Little Boy Who Wouldn't DieWe don't even know the first name of Farmer Beiler's ten-year-old son, but the courageous kid overcame overwhelming odds and lived to see another day.
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Harry Potter and Other Famous Orphans of Literature and CinemaGod bless the child who's got his own -- the Orphan as a beloved heroic figure in literature and cinema.
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Nice Guy Bret Michaels Wins 'Celebrity Apprentice'Sometimes nice guys do finish first. Bret Michaels is the new Celebrity Apprentice.
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The Celebrity Apprentice -- Now It's a Cliffhanger!The moment of truth is almost here for Holly and Bret!
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The Celebrity Apprentice Finally Shows Someone to HateTwo beautiful apartments and finally somebody to hate.
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A Special Day for Mothers and the Others Who Cared About UsMothers are important but they aren't the only ones who deserve to be honored on the first Sunday in May. -
M is for the Million Things She Gave MeThat special Devil's Food Cake of hers was unforgettable. So was she. -
The Great Chicago Flood of April, 1992In one of the strangest disasters ever, The Windy City was inundated by up to 40 feet of water which most Chicagoans never even saw.
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Tyke, the Elephant -- a Tragedy in the Center RingA lot of us think the circus would be just as good a show without the indignities and abuse of beautiful exotic animals.
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Bed and Breakfast at Cheney House, Oak Park, ILWe may never know what they were thinking but Mameh Cheney and Frank Lloyd Wright knew what they wanted and were willing to pay for it.
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Villa Park, Illinois; the Town that Ovaltine BuiltDr. Wander's magic libation helped to nourish generations of kids, and our local economy as well.
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The Way We Were Spending Money Back in 1940A fascinating trip back to the past and a frightening peek into the future.
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The Crash of the Wingfoot Express, Chicago, IL, July 21st, 1919For the employees of Illinois Trust and Savings Bank, July 21st, 1919, was a really HORRIBLE day at the office.
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The Young Man Who Bought a Cup of Coffee Where Angels Feared to TreadThe Young Man was just passing through and all he wanted was to buy a cup of coffee.
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The Story of the Real Casey JonesFamous engineer Casey Jones was a healthy young person who really loved his job but he pushed his luck too far early one morning.
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Little Miss Perfect, 9 P.M. Central Time, Tuesday Evenings, W.E. ChannelIn a perfect world, maybe there should be no Little Miss Perfect Pageant.
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The Great Molasses Tank Disaster in Boston, MA, January 15th, 1919On January 15th, 1919, in Boston, Massachusetts, a lot of people and animals were slower than molasses in January.
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To Your Health! - Five Non-Alcoholic Alternatives to ChampagneFestive "toasts" which everyone can enjoy!
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A Word to the Wise About Gift of the Month ClubsEven the most enticing things are not always what they are cracked up to be.
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Antique Doll Collecting Can Be Serious BusinessIn the old days, these beautiful dolls were what Kris Kringle brought to deserving (and lucky) little girls for Christmas. -
"Making the Team" with the Dallas Cowboys Cheerleaders, CMT ChannelThe Dallas Cowboys Cheerleaders are in a class by themselves.
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Chicago Will Welcome the New Year in with a BANG!Chicago will welcome in the New Year with a double-header fireworks display!
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Santa's Favorite Gift-of-the-Month ClubsFor someone really special, a gift that keeps on giving.
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Christmas Promise GiftsChristmas Promise Gifts can spread the joy of sharing over the months to come.
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Illinois Theaters Performing The Nutcracker Ballet this ChristmasLook up in the Illinois sky this Christmas. Is it a bird? Is it a plane? NO, it's the Sugar Plum Fairy and company performing The Nutcracker!
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A Healthy Holiday CelebrationFor special holidays, counting calories is not the most important thing.
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Five Best Toy Stores in the Chicago AreaThe stuff that little dreams are made of!
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What to Expect when You Get a MammogramA mammogram isn't fun but it's not as bad as you expect it to be either.Also published on:
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Lighter, Healthier Dessert Alternatives for ChristmasThere is always room for lighter Christmas desserts like these!
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How I Flew from Chicago to Los Angeles and Back for Only Five DollarsIt cost less for me to fly myself than it did to check my baggage!
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Christmas Event at the Brookfield Zoo in the Chicago AreaEven the animals at the Brookfield Zoo are looking forward to this special Christmas event.
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Our Tax Dollars at WorkEvery morning beginning at 8 a.m. sharp, our guys worked hard and so did our tax dollars.
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Christmas Events for 2009 in Oak Park, IllinoisYou don't have to travel downtown -- there are great Christmas events taking place right here in Oak Park, Illinois this year.
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Some of the Best Things Are Free in Chicago, IL, During Christmas Break!Having fun at Christmas Break in the Chicago, IL, area doesn't have to cost much or anything at all!
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The Other VisitorThe other visitor looked vaguely familiar to Audrey.
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Christmas Parades Santa Won't Want to Miss in Chicago, IllinoisChicago has always been famous for its parades, especially during the Christmas holiday season.
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Some of the Best Christmas Concerts Are Free in the Chicago, IL, AreaSome of the best Christmas things are free, including concerts and other musical performances.
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Miss Kakacek Has Left the BuildingThere will never, ever be another June.
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Five Charities Which Perform like Champs in the Oak Park and Chicago AreaThe better we can make life for each person, the greater our society will be for all of us.
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Santa's Favorite Gift Websites for CollectorsJust what your favorite collector always wanted!
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Mrs. Santa's Favorite Shopping Websites for Women's GiftsNothing but the best for someone who deserves the best.
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Getting the Most Out of Your Home OfficeWith a little planning, you can have a home office which will work as hard as you do!
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How to Celebrate Christmas on a BudgetChristmas is coming, but it doesn't have to be another stop on the road to foreclosure or bankruptcy.
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How to Complain Effectively and Get ResultsSometimes it's not just what you say, but the way you SAY it!
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Classic Board Games Which Will Live ForeverThere are many forms of recreation but board games have always been special.
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The Ultimate Comfort Food -- Macaroni and CheeseThis great American standard is versatile, adaptable, delicious and the ultimate comfort food.
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Ten Great Stocking Stuffer Gifts for Nursing Home ResidentsLittle things mean a lot for people who live in nursing homes or assisted living centers, especially at Christmas.
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Great Gift Ideas for Nursing Home ResidentsHolidays and other special occasions are just as important at nursing homes or assisted living centers.
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The Best Chocolates in AmericaToday chocolate is no longer just for kings but something for us all to enjoy. -
Hoarders, A&E Channel, Monday EveningsSometimes more really is less.
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Easy Minestrone -- the Meal Which Cooks Itself!It's Soup Weather, Folks, so don't be shy .... "Mangi!" ("Eat!")
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9/11 and What Happened a Week LaterWe thought we were going to die or maybe get a chance to go home for the day.
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Great Ways to Cook RiceSometimes the simple foods really are the best.
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The July 20, 1944, Valkyrie Plot to Kill Adolph HitlerGod does not see as we see, success is not the prize.
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Amazing Wedding Cakes (9 P.M. DST, Sunday, W.E. Channel)The glory of cake carried to new heights!
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Vegetarian Recipes to Add Sizzle to Your Labor DayThree recipes that do not contain meat, only great taste.
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J. K. Rowling Would Have Loved My GrandparentsAs far as Grandma and Grandpa Bowen and I were concerned, there was no such thing as something which was too scary.
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The Future of Funerals? Some Serious ThoughtsAttending someone's funeral shouldn't be a test of endurance.
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Breast Cancer -- when It's Least Expected, You're Elected!Having breast cancer doesn't have to be the end of your life.
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This is No Urban Legend, it Really Happened!Sometimes breaking up is hard to do for exotic animal owners and their pets.
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A Few More Words About Animal HoardingA list of specific incidents of animal hoarding.
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The Peach Tree -- a True StoryA modern-day parable taken from real life.
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The Last Farm in Elmhurst, IllinoisMore than just local history but also the story of how our nation has evolved dramatically in a relatively short time.
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American Visions: Fourth of July Music to Enjoy All Year LongA collection of great American music.
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Here Comes the Bridezilla!A documentary show about brides who aren't blushing but who should be.
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Favorite Ideas for Potluck SuppersFrom long potluck experience, I've found ten real winners to bring to the table.
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Zoo, a Movie About People Who Love Animals in the Worst WayThis movie concerned a tragedy caused by Zoophilia (a/k/a bestiality) in Washington state in 2005.
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Exploring History at the Autry National Center in Los AngelesAn article describing the Autry National Center of the American West in L.A.
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Ways for Oak Park, Illinois Senior Citizens to Save MoneyThere are at least a dozen good ways for retired people to cut corners painlessly here in Oak Park, Illinois.
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Grace McDaniels, the Mule-Faced WomanAmazing Grace McDaniels was truly unforgettable!
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Why I'm Skipping My High School Reunion This YearNobody meant to be tactless but a lot of us won't be able to attend this year's gala event.