Diane Zoller-Ciatto
Most recognize me as JerseyNana, I love being a freelance writer and poet. Avid lover of family and friends of all ages. Enjoy being a baby boomer, a conservative thinker and unapologetically American.
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Millennium Submission1000th submission on Yahoo Voices! -
Christmas MemoriesMemories of my childhood Christmases. -
Visions of SugarplumsBeing a child on Christmas Eve. -
Winter FunWhat is so bad about winter? -
Our Small WorldThe world keeps turning and we keep learning! -
Caroline Manzo of “Real Housewives of New Jersey” in New Charitable VentureCaroline Manzo wants to help boost young girls' self-esteem.
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Where Eagles SoarTribute to our veterans who fought for our freedom. -
V-FormationWe can learn a lesson from the birds! -
People with Multiple Sclerosis and Caregivers Find Help at CanDo.OrgWonderful organization with resources for families of MS victims. -
Autumn LeavesWhy I love the season of Autumn!
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My Favorite Poet: Ogden NashWhy I love Ogden Nash and his style of poetry has influenced me and my poetry. -
Phil Keoghan of “The Amazing Race” is Pretty Amazing HimselfMore reasons for me to love Phil Keoghan. -
JerseyNana's (Almost Daily) Rant!Missing a link to my childhood. -
JerseyNana's (Almost Daily) Rant!My problem with fitted sheets. -
“Last Man Standing” on ABC May Offend Some MenNew show may be a bit over the top!
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JerseyNana’s Daily RantMy daily rant about anything and everything! -
JerseyNana’s Daily RantWhy there should be more uniformity in manufacturers' coupons. -
JerseyNana’s Daily RantReplies to yesterday's rant. -
Enough Already with the Junk MailWhy I hate junk mail and why it never ends.
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HBO to Air ‘Prayer for a Perfect Season’ on October 25thStory of two New Jersey high school basketball teams and their rise to the top.
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October BringsOur five senses welcome October.
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CBS’s “The Talk” Shows Emotions like Never BeforeWe finally saw some real emotion from Kris Jenner, Julie Chen and Sara Gilbert.
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Bus Tour to Chicago – a Wonderful Hotel ExperienceDiamond Tours made good choices for hotels on Chicago bus tour.
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Bus Tour to Chicago – Full of Wonderful SurprisesAbsolute joy of meeting new people who are a gift to us all.
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Farewell to SummerPoetry wrapping up the summer season
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The Lasting Impact of September 11, a New York PerspectiveLiving so close to New York, how 9/11 has left its lasting impression on me.
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My September 11, 2001 RecollectionsHow I felt on September 11, 2001.
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Welcome September!A welcome to September, a month in between summer and the great holidays to come!
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The TowersMy poetic assessment of the World Trade Center and the day we will never forget.
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Back to School HaikuAssignment to write a haiku.
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Tresa We Love You HereTo my friend Tresa Patterson, who will be going through a tough time in the next months. Our prayers and love are with you!
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"Bar Rescue" on Spike - Meet Jon and Nicole TafferThe man and woman behind the restoration of bars that are headed to bankruptcy.
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My ComfortTrust in the Lord and Savior to get me through the storm.
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Summer NightsWhen evening comes in the summertime
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"Deadliest Catch" Season 7: Behind the ScenesWhat the camera crew and production staff endure while bringing us our favorite show.
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The Dog Days of SummerRemembering one special dog.
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Haiku?Fun haiku!
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Dr. Oz Reveals the Top 5 Over-the-Counter Misused DrugsFive over-the-counter drugs we should be completely aware of!
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Sweet SummerWonderful scenes from summer.
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The Statue of LibertyWhat liberty means to me.
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ObsolescenseHow things go out of style so quickly.
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All Day 'Deadliest Catch' Marathon Sunday, July 3rdAll day "Deadliest Catch" marathon on Discovery Channel
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Before It's Too Late!Why it is not too late to find out where you came from!
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Spending TimeWhy spending time is more important when we are gone.
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BullyingHow bullying affects everyone!
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Bombs Bursting in AirWhat 4th of July means to me!
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ABC's New Show "Combat Hospital" Looks like a WinnerNew show on ABC
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Summer's ArrivalCelebrating the first day of summer.
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ObligationsHow yesterday's favors become today's obligations.
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HeartstringsHow my fellow writers make me feel!!!
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DepressionHow it feels to be completely sad and lost.
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Inspiration AnewHow an event can cause inspiration to be renewed.
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Just like My DadA Father's Day tribute poem.
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My Special AngelPoem based on one of my favorite pictures.
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God Provides for His CreaturesPictures of robin's nest right on our doorstep!
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Discovery Channel's "Deadliest Catch" Loses Another Crew Member to Untimely DeathSadness looms over the loss of another member of Discovery Channel's "Deadliest Catch."
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Happy Mothers DayAcrostic poem dedicated to all mothers.
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Cinco De Mayo HaikuWhat Cinco de Mayo means to us.
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Passover HaikuWishing our Jewish friends a Happy Passover!
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Rejoyce in the LordSpring joy for the true meaning of Easter.
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Earth Day HaikuTribute to Mother Earth!
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The Heart of SpringFinally we can say spring is here!
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'Deadliest Catch' Season 7 Begins with Two New Crab BoatsSee how season 7 of Deadliest Catch progresses with new boats and crews.
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Ramsay's Kitchen Nightmares New Season Airs Tuesdays on BBC AmericaGreat show with Chef Ramsay practically beating sense into restauranteurs who have fallen by the wayside in their attempt to run a restaurant.
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Discovery Channel's Deadliest Catch Season 7 Begins April 12, 2011Don't miss this great new season of "Deadliest Catch!"
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SolitairePlaying in the game of life, it is so much easier to play the cards we are dealt when we have a loving partner.
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CBS ~ Survivor Redemption Island ~ Episode 7A whole new twist to the Survivor series! But will they truly find redemption at Redemption Island?
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To the People of LibyaKeep fighting for your freedom!
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I Wanna Be MyselfI'm back!
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The Musicians of New Jersey: Les PaulLes Paul; inventor and musician transformed music.
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TV Land's "Hot in Cleveland" Season 2 ~ "Law and Elka"More fun with four fantastic women; Betty White, Valerie Bertinelli, Wendy Malick and Jane Leeves living in Cleveland.
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CBS ~ Survivor Redemption Island ~ Episode 6A whole new twist to this old show! But will they truly find Redemption?
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Meet New Writer Tina CaseGreat new writer you will surely love, Tina Case is a new bright spot on our horizon.
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CBS ~ Survivor Redemption Island ~ Episode 5A whole new twist to this old show! But will they truly find Redemption?
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Spring MeaningWhat the season of spring means to me.
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The Musicians of New Jersey: Frankie ValliInspiration of the Broadway hit, "Jersey Boys" he is living the good life in California!
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TV Land's "Hot in Cleveland" Season 2 ~ "Elka's Snowbird"More fun with four fantastic women; Betty White, Valerie Bertinelli, Wendy Malick and Jane Leeves living in Cleveland.
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March is the Time for MadnessMarch Madness is the greatest time for watching NCAA basketball.
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Popchips Could Be the Best New Snack Ever!Great new snack chip with the crunch and taste that will make you forget regular potato chips!
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Irish LimerickCute Irish limerick just in time for St. Patrick's Day
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Weight Watchers New PointsPlus (+) Program ~ My Story ~ Part 14The New PointsPlus Program is the greatest program ever!! Multiple health problems will not deter me from this healthy weight loss journey!
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Will 'Survivor: Redemption Island' Survive Without Russell?Goodbye, Russell!
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What Are the Best Choices for Fast Food Fish?Not counting specific fast food seafood restaurants, our best choice for Lenten fish.
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TV Land's "Hot in Cleveland" Season 2~"LeBron is Le Gone"More fun with four fantastic women; Betty White, Valerie Bertinelli, Wendy Malick and Jane Leeves living in Cleveland.
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CBS ~ Survivor Redemption Island ~ Episode 4A whole new twist to this old show! But will they truly find Redemption?
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Memories of 1950s Television - 'You Bet Your Life' Starring Groucho MarxWe loved our black and white televisions because we knew no better. Did we ever dream back then that we could have so much technology in a few years down the road?
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Why Watching TMZ is so Much Fun!TMZ is so much fun to watch and I will tell you why.
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Memories of 1950's Television ~ "The Adventures of Superman"Gotta love Superman and all the good he represented!
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TV Land's "Hot in Cleveland" Season 2~"Dog Tricks, Sex Flicks and Joy's Fix"More fun with four fantastic women; Betty White, Valerie Bertinelli, Wendy Malick and Jane Leeves living in Cleveland.
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CBS ~ Survivor Redemption Island ~ Episode 3A whole new twist to Survivor this old show has a new twist! But will they truly find Redemption?
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Memories of 1950s Television -- "The Burns and Allen Show"George and Gracie were staples on early television and invited us into their home each week.
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The Musicians of New Jersey: Frank SinatraI am glad I do not throw everything out in my office, so when I decided to start culling my magazines, I found a copy of New Jersey Monthly from December 2007, which inspired this series.
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Weight Watchers New PointsPlus (+) Program ~ My Story ~ Part 12Multiple health problems will not deter me from this healthy weight loss journey!
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Lost in FebruaryThis winter has been too long!
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TV Land's "Hot in Cleveland" Season 2 ~ "I Love Lucci ~ Part 2"More fun with four fantastic women; Betty White, Valerie Bertinelli, Wendy Malick and Jane Leeves.
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CBS ~ Survivor Redemption Island ~ Episode 2A whole new twist to this old show! But will they truly find Redemption?
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Black Forest Fruit Snacks with Juicy Filled CentersBlack Forest fruit snacks are just the right size for a quick pick me up for children and adults.
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Short Attention SpanWhy can't I sit still?
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Memories of 1950's Television ~ "Leave it to Beaver" Part 2We loved our black and white televisions because we knew no better. Did we ever dream back then that we could have so much technology in a few years down the road?
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Memories of 1950's Television ~ "Leave it to Beaver" Part 1We loved our black and white televisions because we knew no better. Did we ever dream back then that we could have so much technology in a few years down the road?
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Weight Watchers New PointsPlus (+) Program ~ My Story ~ Part 11Multiple health problems will not deter me from this journey!
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Mutts Need Love Too!Dogs without pedigree need love too and we can give it to them.
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Poetic WithdrawalMissed my daily poetry writing, so I'm giving it another try!
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TV Land's "Hot in Cleveland" Season 2 ~ "I Love Lucci"More fun with four fantastic women; Betty White, Valerie Bertinelli, Wendy Malick and Jane Leeves.
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Memories of 1950's Television ~ "Blondie" Based on the Comic StripBased on the comic strip by Chic Young, this television show did not endure like the comic strip did.
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CBS ~ Survivor Redemption Island ~ Episode 1A whole new twist to this old show! But will they truly find Redemption?
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OMG! Burned Brussel Sprouts Are Delicious!Heard about this at Weight Watchers and I love it!!
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To My Valentine!The wonderful rewards for years of love!
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National Geographic Channel's "Hard Time" is a Rude AwakeningSee the new season on Tuesday nights at 10 P.M.
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Weight Watchers New PointsPlus (+) Program ~ My Story ~ Part 10Multiple health problems will not deter me from this journey!
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"The Chicago Code" New Program on FOX Monday NightWill the top cop take on and win against years of corruption?
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Memories of 1950's Television ~ "The Millionaire"Back then everyone had dreams of being rich, just like they do today. Back then a million dollars was a lot of money and a person could be set for life!
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Page View LoveTime is not allowing me to read and also write, I have to make a choice!!
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TV Land's "Hot in Cleveland" Season 2 ~ Sisterhood of the Traveling SpanxMore fun with four fantastic women; Betty White, Valerie Bertinelli, Wendy Malick and Jane Leeves.
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Memories of 1950's Television ~ "Fury" Starring Peter GravesThis was a great show about the love of a father for his adopted chld and the horse who loved them both.
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NBC's 'Celebrity Apprentice' to Begin Sunday, March 6: The MenThis season seems like it will be one of the best ever.
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NBC's 'Celebrity Apprentice' to Begin Sunday, March 6: The WomenDonald Trump certainly knows how to bring out the best and worst in people.
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The Weekly ForecastWill the snowman cometh?
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Welcome Casey Chavez, a Great New Writer!It is always nice to welcome a new writer on Yahoo! Contributor Network, so here is to Casey Chavez!
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Weight Watchers New PointsPlus (+) Program ~ My Story ~ Part 9No Excuses!!!!!! Multiple health problems will not deter me from this journey!
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Weight Watchers New PointsPlus (+) Program ~ My Story ~ Part 8More tips for anyone trying to lose weight!
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Memories of 1950's Television ~ "Private Secretary" Starring Ann SothernAnn Sothern was a great actress and hope my memories of her inspire some for you too!
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Weight Watchers New PointsPlus (+) Program ~ My Story ~ Part 7Multiple health problems will not deter me from this journey!
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For Those Moms Who Have GoneIn memory of women killed by domestic violence.
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TV Land's "Hot in Cleveland" Season 2 ~ Hot for LawyerMore fun with four fantastic women; Betty White, Valerie Bertinelli, Wendy Malick and Jane Leeves.
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Enough Snow, Already!We have had more than enough winter, it was fun, but now we are done!!
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Memories of 1950's Television ~ "I Love Lucy" ~ a Classic"I Love Lucy" a treasure from the past that lives on today!
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Survivor Redemption Island Preview from the TV Guide NetworkSurvivor Redemption Island is ready to roll with 2 tribes and Rob Mariano (Boston Rob) against villain Russell Hantz.
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Live for Today!Yesterday is over; good, bad or indifferent!
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CMT's New Show "Working Class" is FunFun episode about a single mother who looks at the humorous side of life, even when things go wrong.
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Dr. Phil Show ~ Ted Williams Update ~ Part 6Hopefully he will return to rehab and get the help he so needs!
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Today's Barbeque Has Been CancelledRecord breaking snow storms in New Jersey, and we are not done yet!!!
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AubergineAll things purple that I love!
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TV Land's "Hot in Cleveland" Season 2 ~ Bad BromanceMore fun with four fantastic women; Betty White, Valerie Bertinelli, Wendy Malick and Jane Leeves.
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Ode to Sivaramakrishnan AnanthanarayananOur fellow writers on Yahoo! Contributor Network become our dearest friends!
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Memories of 1950's Television ~ "Life of Riley" ~ Starring William BendixChester A. Reilly was one of the earlier bumbling dads of the 1950's sitcoms.
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Battling an Autoimmune Disease? Try to Stay Well!If your immune system is compromised, it is harder to fight off common colds and flu!
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Superbowl HaikuWho will take home the crown? February 6, 2011 is the Super Bowl!!!
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A Sister's Love ~ Ted Williams & Kathy ~ from the Dr. Phil ShowTo me there is nothing stronger than the love between siblings!
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Weight Watchers New PointsPlus (+) Program ~ My Story ~ Part 6Multiple health problems will not deter me from this journey!
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Memories of 1950's Television ~ "Sea Hunt" ~ Starring Lloyd BridgesThe wonders of the sea were on television each week with Sea Hunt.
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Dr. Phil Interviews Ted Williams Girlfriend ~ Part 5Will this be a fairy tale or a nightmare?
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Dr. Phil Interviews Ted Williams Girlfriend ~ Part 4Will they stay together? Dr. Phil promises that if she does not get treatment, he will do everything to keep them apart!
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NBC's "Harry's Law" Starring Kathy Bates is a Winner!Monday nights just got a little bit better, thanks to new NBC show called "Harry's Law."
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TV Land's "Hot in Cleveland" Season 2 PremiereMore fun with four fantastic women; Betty White, Valerie Bertinelli, Wendy Malick and Jane Leeves.
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"Joining the Dance of Life~30 Days to a Happier You" by Cindy TuttleAuthor Cindy Tuttle is a wonderful inspiration!
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Memories of 1950's Television ~ "The People's Choice"The good old days of television sitcoms.
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Memories of 1950's Television ~ "My Little Margie"The good old days of television.
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Weight Watchers New Points Plus (+) Program ~ My Story ~ Part 5Multiple health problems will not deter me from this journey!
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Dr. Phil Interviews Ted Williams Homeless Ex-Disc Jockey ~ Part 3Family intervention; will the truth come out?
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Dr. Phil Interviews Ted Williams Homeless Ex-Disc Jockey and His Family ~ Part 2Dr. Phil will be trying to help Ted Williams get his life in order.
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Dr. Phil Interviews Ted Williams Homeless Ex-Disc Jockey ~ Part 1Ted Williams, the man with the golden voice and tarnished past.
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Weight Watchers New Points Plus (+) Program ~ My Story ~ Part 4Multiple health problems will not deter me from this journey!
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TNT's "Men of a Certain Age" ~ Season 2 Series Finale ~ Let the Sunshine In"Men of a Certain Age" about guys in the second half of their life and how they handle it!
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Our Dear CharlieOur dear friend is very sick, we hope she gets well real quick!
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Memories of 1950's Television ~ "Adventures of Ozzie and Harriet"What a crush I had on Ricky Nelson!
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Wednesday Night Prime Time Just Got Tougher to ChooseThree great shows compete for viewers.
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Memories of 1950's Television ~ "Our Miss Brooks"A new series of television programs back as far as I can remember. Though they go back further than most of you remember, I am sure you will recognize people who were in show business their entire lives.
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CBS Survivor Season 22 Starts February, 16, 2011 ~ Redemption IslandShould be quite a trip!
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SnowfallThe second snowfall is so much better than the last!
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If You Want a Good Laugh, Watch ABC's "The Middle" on Wednesday NightGreat fun show for the entire family.
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Deadliest Catch News ~ Crew Changes on the Cornelia MarieUpdating everyone on my absolute favorite program.
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Enough Already with Peter Walsh on the OWN (Oprah Winfrey Network)Unlike several of the clutter removal programs, this one does not point fingers, but tries to solve the reason why the person is obsessed with clutter. Then they clean the house!
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TNT's Men of a Certain Age ~ Season 2 ~ and Then the Bill ComesGuys in the second half of their life and how they handle it!
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Finality ~ an Acrostic PoemA year has come to its completion, a new year's resolution is complete!
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Weight Watchers New Points Plus (+) Program ~ My Story ~ Part 3Multiple health problems will not deter me from this journey!
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All of My Family!So many different races, creeds and ethnicities belong to my wonderful loving family!
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Across the River from NYC; A Different Story in Newark, New JerseyComparisons are made between Mayor Bloomberg of NYC and Mayor Cory Booker of Newark, NJ
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City of New York Follow Up of the Blizzard of 2011Sad stories as massive after Christmas snowstorm hits NYC.
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TBS Presents the Funniest Commercials of the Year 2010Do you agree with the favorites?
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What's in My Name?A name change for JerseyNana.
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City of New York in Turmoil Because of the Blizzard of 2010Terrible job cleaning up New York City after blizzard.
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Happy New You!How you can make 2011 a true banner year!
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TNT's Men of a Certain Age ~ Season 2 ~ the Bad GuyGuys in the second half of their life and how they handle it!
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Blizzard in New JerseyWe had a blizzard in New Jersey and everything is a white mess!
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The Last Week of the YearIt's not too late to catch up on good deeds.
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Small Gifts Make a DifferenceImportance of gifts from the heart.
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My Precious GiftsThe best gifts I have ever received, no purchase necessary!
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Little Fockers is a Funny MovieWorth the money to have a few good laughs!
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Merry Christmas Volunteers ~ You Make a Difference!Dedicated to Michele and Keith Starkey. You truly represent what volunteering is all about!!
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Merry Christmas to Those Away from FamilySome people will be alone at Christmas!
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Christmas LightsThe lights of Christmas have a tale to tell!
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TNT's Men of a Certain Age ~ Season 2 ~ Cold CallsGuys in the second half of their life and how they handle it!
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Santa's HelpersHow we appreciate all those Santa's helpers!
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Super Bowl Sausage RollsPizza dough with Italian sausage make a terrific easy snack food.
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HealingA healing heart.
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CBS Presents Survivor Nicaragua Season 21 Episode 15 ~ Season FinaleA nice guy can win Survivor!
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Christmas CardsWhat it means to get Christmas cards from friends.
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Weight Watchers New Points Plus (+) Program ~ My Story ~ Part 3I need to get my healthy body back, the weight loss will be a bonus!
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Hats Off to a New Yahoo Contributor Network PoetNew to AC Yahoo, Vom Ica Poe'Ta is one fine poet!
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A New Writer ~ He's a Chef Too!Check out Daniel Rhodes, you will not be sorry!
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Mother and Daughter ~ a HaikuGreat bond between mother and daughter, sometimes rocky, mostly wonderful!
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CBS Presents Survivor Nicaragua Season 21 Episode 14 ~ This is Going to HurtLast week Benry was voted out. Six are left; who will be next?
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TNT's Men of a Certain Age ~ Season 2 ~ Same as the Old BossGuys in the second half of their life and how they handle it!
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The BirthImagine how it must have been on the first Christmas Eve.
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Weight Watchers New Points Plus (+) Program ~ My Story ~ Part 2How the helpful tools that you receive upon sign up help make your journey a successful one.
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ResolutionsTime to start thinking about the resolutions we should do!
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Barbara Walter's 10 Most Fascinating People of 2010Barbara Walters announces the ten most fascinating people of 2010
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Holiday FruitcakeThat old fruitcake!
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Weight Watchers New Points Plus (+) Program ~ My Story ~ Part 1New program is sure to paint the pathway to weight loss for good!