Janet Zhan

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  • Beat the Jury Duty Call with These Excuses
    Loathing that letter you just got in the mail summoning you to jury duty? Here are some creative ways to get out of it from feigning slowness to alcoholism.
  • Three Awesome Bars in Providence
    Whether you're looking for a place to have a date or looking for a pub crawl, Spats, English Cellar Alehouse, and McFadden's are three of the best bars in Providence.
  • Regaining Weight Following Gastric Bypass
    Why do gastric bypass patients regain weight? How should gatric bypass patients avoid regaining weight?
  • Throwing a World Cup Watching Party
    From invitations to decorations to food, this guide provides basic tips on throwing a World Cup watching party that's great and not too much hassle.
  • Best Burger Places in St. Louis
    Whether you're searching for a family-friendly place, a great musical ambiance, or an Irish pub with great burgers, Fitz's, Blueberry Hill, and Seamus McDaniel's are three of the best burger places in St. Louis.
  • Being a Freshman at Brown
    Everyone is nervous about starting in a new place. The following provides some tips on survival in your first year at Brown.
  • Another Career Another Major
    Though I majored in mathematical economics in college, worked in the financial world, I am now planning on entering medical school.
  • Weathering the Economy on Providence's College Hill
    As a result of the economy, some students have been unable to return to college this fall. Some have returned but are living on more stringent budgets.
  • Semi-Homemade Mardi Gras Fare for Kids
    We want to spend as much time with the kids as possible, so as Sandra Lee does well on the Food Network, let's keep things as semi-homemade as possible. This article takes you from appetizer to main course to dessert in simple Mardi Gras food for kids.
  • Tips for Eating a Healthy Diet as a Senior
    It's hard to eat healthy at all ages. As a senior, we need to eat healthy so that we can enjoy the activities we pursue during our retirement years. Follow some of the tips in this article to start making adjustments to a healthier you.
  • Bikram Yoga: Brief Guide to a Different Kind of Yoga
    This is a brief guide to Bikram Yoga, and includes basic info on founders, principles, posture styles, health benefits and where you can find a studio near you.
  • Tips for Senior Independent Living
    It becomes harder to live independently as we age, as our vision and hearing begins to recede. We can, however, continue to live by ourselves by being careful. This article provides some tips on senior independent living.
  • Top 5 Nutrients for Kids
    Are you concerned about your kid's nutrition? Is your child getting enough vitamins and minerals. Learn about five essential nutrients for kids, where you can find them, and how you can get your children to eat them.
  • Valentine's Day for College Students
    There's plenty to do on Valentine's day for college student couples that won't send both into more debt.
  • Valentine's Day Gifts for Engaged Couples
    So the two of you are engaged and looking for Valentine's Day presents for each other. The following guide has ideas on meaningful and practical gifts for a life together.
  • Last Minute Presents for Valentine's Day
    This article provides a guide to those of you who might only have a few days, one day, or even a week left to find that Valentine's Day present for your girlfriend. Even if you have the time, you might still find some of the suggestions useful.
  • Affordable Valentine's Day Getaways
    These are some ideas for couples that want to get away from home for Valentine's Day weekend. All options are budget-friendly and won't break your bank!
  • Creative Valentine's Day Gifts for Your Crush
    The following gives five suggestions for gifts that you could present to your crush. Perhaps you're unsure whether your crush is into you? Perhaps you know that your crush is into you? Whatever the case, there's something for everyone.
  • Does Your Diet Need a Makeover This Year?
    Whether you're aiming to lose weight or trying to eat healthier in order to maintain better health, the following are some signs that your diet needs a makeover and some suggestions on what you can do to improve your diet.
  • Planning Simple Healthy Family Meals
    Just because everyone is super busy doesn't mean we need to resort to foods high in preservatives or pay more to eat out. The following article has some tips on how to effectively grocery shop and how to save time when creating healthy meals.
  • Julia Child's Cream of Cucumber Soup
    This is a brief review of my experience with Julia Child's cream of cucumber recipe. I also provide some tips for substitutions that can be used with the recipe.
  • Great Gluten-Free Halloween Cookie Recipes
    Learn how to create two simple gluten-free cookies. One recipe uses rice flour as a base whereas the other uses amaranth flour.
  • Easy to Make Non-Alcoholic Halloween Drinks
    Hosting a party this Halloween and want to serve some simple to make and delicious Halloween drinks? Orange Froth, Vampire Blood, and Buggy Juice might be for you.
  • Fall Foliage Tours in Maine
    Interested in exploring fall foliage. You might want to check it out in Maine. This article gives a brief description and when to go and some information on a few places you might want to visit.
  • How to Decorate Cookies for Halloween
    Want to make some fun Halloween cookies without the hassle? Not interested in making cookies from scratch, but would rather just spend the time decorating? The following are some suggestions for Halloween cookie decoration that's fun and easy.
  • Restaurant Week in Houston
    American? French? Spanish? Japanese? Italian? Get a brief guide to some fantastic cuisines offered during Houston's Restaurant Week.
  • Business Etiquette in China
    This article gives a brief summary of some of the main etiquette and norms of doing business in China. What to do at a business lunch or dinner? What about dealing with colleagues?
  • Utah's National Parks in the Fall: Arches, Zion and Bryce
    If you're looking for the national parks to visit in the fall, Utah's got some fantastic choices for you. The canyons and natural rock formations are breathtaking. These are some tips on hiking, camping and visiting in three of Utah's national parks.
  • Where to Pick Pumpkins in St. Louis and St. Louis Area
    Want to find a pumpkin patch to pick your own pumpkins? Want to have family fun adventures while picking your pumpkins? Read about Eckert's, Rombach's and Stuckmeyer's.
  • Top Chinese Beers
    This article gives a brief introduction to five of the most popular beers in China.
  • Apple Cobbler Recipes for the Fall and Anytime
    These are great apple cobbler recipes for those of us who love eating or baking apples but want it to be as hassle-free as possible. These recipes can even be used year-round.
  • Free Online Halloween Pumpkin Carving Stencils
    The following introduces 10 online sites to finding free printable pumpkin carving stencils. Whether you're into Christianity, cartoons, or don't yet know what you want this year, this articles gives you a review on 10 different sites.
  • Tips for Extending Your Summer Wardrobe into the Fall
    This article provides some basic ideas on how to accessorize and pair clothing so that your summer wardrobe can become your fall wardrobe, too.
  • Mark
    This is a piece about her girl unable to forget her previous love interest.
  • How to Make Cinderella Birthday Invitations
    This article provides a how-to guide in making Cinderella-themed birthday party invitations either by hand or by computer.
  • How to Make Spiderman Themed Party Invitations
    This provides a how-to guide in creating Spiderman-themed birthday party invitations either by hand or via computer.
  • Skincare Products to Help You Start Preventing the Signs of Aging in 20s
    Though we're in our 20s and might not have any set wrinkles yet, the foundations for those aging signs are being laid. So it's important to use preventive products and practice good skincare to protect ourselves.
  • Skincare Products for Women in 30s - Great Skin from the Inside to Outside
    Part of how we look is what we put inside our body as well as what we place on the outside. This guide gives tips and product ideas to women in the 30s on what to do in both areas.
  • Almond Smoothie Health Fair
    Whether you're lactose intolerant or not, almond milk is a great alternative to use as a milk substitute in smoothies. They provide a creamy and nutty flavor to your smoothies, and have healthful benefits.
  • Host a Labor Day Party on a Budget
    This article gives suggestions on how to save money and throw a fantastic Labor Day Party!
  • Grilled Angel Food Cake Extraordinaire
    We love our grills, so why not use them to make grilled desserts? And better yet, grilled angel food cake, which can be enjoyed during all seasons from Labor Day to Holiday Cheers to the Fourth of July!
  • Nick's "Uncommunicable" in The Great Gatsby
    This paper analyzes what Nick potentially meant by the "uncommunicable" he mentions in pages 117-118 of Scribner's copy of The Great Gatsby.
  • Joe Christmas' Struggle of Identity in Faulkner's Light in August
    This paper analyzes Joe Christmas' struggle of identity in Faulkner's Light in August. It references by using Vintage International/Random House's published copy of Light In August.
  • 3 Kid Friendly and Healthy Brown Bag Lunch Recipes
    How do we save time in preparing healthy kids' lunches and family dinners? The following are some great recipe ideas that you and your family are sure to enjoy! These are all kid-friendly and will satiate the carnivore in your family to the herbivore.
  • How I Survived My College's Meal Plan
    Like many college students, I find the "food" in my dining hall appalling. Instead of eating the mystery dish, I "cook" with whatever is available from the salad bar to the grill to the spice rack. This is my culinary experience at Brown.

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