B Mathison
Beth Mathison has work published in The Foliate Oak (including the 2008 and 2009 annual “best of” print editions), 365tomorrows.com, mysteryauthors.com, Drops of Crimson, and Colored Chalk. She has stories published with Untreed Reads, including A Mobster’s Guide to Cranberry Sauce (included in the short story anthology The Killer Wore Cranberry), A Mobster’s Recipe for Cupcakes, and A Mobster's Toast to St. Patrick's Day. She lives with her family in the Upper Midwest, and during the cold winter months dreams of snorkeling in the Riviera Maya.
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A Mobster's Family Values"A Mobster’s Family Values" introduces the hilariously dysfunctional crime family first brought to light in the comic short story "A Mobster’s Guide to Cranberry Sauce".
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Guide to Wisconsin GardeningWisconsin gardeners with a little planning (and a little luck from Mother Nature) can create gardens that provide bountiful flowers, fruits and vegetables.
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Book to Film: Three Novels Ripe for the Big ScreenThree popular novels that would be great to see on the big screen. Hyperion, a science fiction classic; Odd Thomas, the best-selling novel series by Dean Koontz, and The Negotiator by Dee Henderson, a popular Christian novelist.
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Common Weeds in WisconsinA few common weeds found in Wisconsin, and tips on removing them.
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Top Romantic Restaurants in Brookfield, WisconsinCouples have many options for a romantic meal in Brookfield, ranging from high-class restaurants to casual eateries.
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10 Tips for Pruning Grape VinesPruning your grape vines yearly will give you a healthy plant with more fruit year after year.
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Top Three Burger Joints in Brookfield, WisconsinThree of Brookfield's popular restaurants are famous for both their burgers and custard. Casual and offering counter-service, these three are favorites for both visitors and residents of the area.
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Ole! Planting a Successful Salsa GardenThere's nothing quite like the crisp, fresh taste of salsa you make in your own kitchen. -
Teotihuacan: A Treasure in Mexico's HeartlandStanding at the foot of the Pyramid of the Sun, the immense structure reaches up into the sky. Teotihuacan, located about thirty miles north of Mexico City, is the largest pre-Columbian city in Mexico. -
Office Management: Minimizing Distractions at WorkWorking as an office manager for more than ten years, I've learned to minimize distractions at work to make my day more productive and satisfying.
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Office Management: Guide to Organizing Your E-mailToday's communication is vastly different than twenty years ago. E-mail has revolutionized the way we communicate on a personal and professional level.
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How Decreasing Refined Sugar in My Diet Made Me HealthierI've found that removing sugar from my diet has been an investment in my health.
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Office Management: Focus Your Work TimeEvery one of us has the same amount of time in our lives, from a stay at home mom, to a corporate executive, to the baker down the street. Balancing work and home life is challenging for almost everyone.
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Create a Traditional 4th of July PartyIndependence Day is a wonderful American holiday for the entire family.
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Office Management: Organizing Your FilesOne of the first rules of creating an effective and productive office is organization. Even if you're just faced with your piles of papers and to-do lists at home, file organization can be a life-saver.
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The Productive Garden: Growing Your Own Fruits and VegetablesProductive gardening is growing your own crops of fruits or vegetables in your own garden. You don't need a huge amount of space to start the productive garden, just a desire to cultivate a few plants through the growing season.
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A Girl Scout Leader's Guide: How to Survive Day CampYour daughter will not be young much longer - it's amazing how fast children grow. Enjoy your time with her, as well as making connections with other parents and kids.
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Guide to Effectively Weeding Your GardenWeeding is a given for any gardener, whether you have a flower pot on the back porch or a full-fledged vegetable and flower garden surround your property.
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Car Vs. Motorcycle: How to Share the RoadBeing aware and alert of motorcycles and their riders will help keep the roads safer for everyone.
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Packing for Disney: What to Bring to the "World"If you're flying or driving, compact and efficient packing will save you a lot of headaches even before you leave home
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Living with Migraines: Ways to Ease the Pain, According to a Migraine SuffererWhen a migraine strikes, I've developed a number of methods that help ease the skull-crushing pain.
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Five High-Tech Camping Gadgets You'll Want for A Summer TripWho says that camping isn't "true" camping with high tech gadgets? Try one of these five gadgets on your next camping trip.
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Guide to Wisconsin Summer Weekend Getaways: Parks, Festivals, Camping and MoreYou can find a multitude of summer activities throughout the state for both residents or those visiting the area.
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Growing Strawberries in Your Home GardenOnce you understand a few simple rules about growing strawberries, you can have a plentiful strawberry patch that will serve you many years to come.
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Plants in Your Herb Garden: ChivesChives are a wonderful addition to any herb garden.
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Plants in Your Herb Garden: ParsleyParsley is a common fixture in herb gardens, especially for those who like to add the herb to their cooking.
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Plants in Your Herb Garden: ThymeThyme grows easily once established in your garden
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Paint Your Own Pottery StudiosPaint your own pottery studios are for children and adults. Kids love to paint their own creations, adding their own special touches to a piece of art. Adults have the chance to tap into their creative side, and can make truly exceptional pieces of pottery. -
Poison Ivy: How to Beat the ItchIt's spring in the United States, and in the upper Midwest, spring is heralded by the arrival of the poison ivy plant. Learn to identify this plant, which may cause a painful rash if you come in contact with it.
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How To Prepare For and Survive A FloodWhen flooding occurs water can turn deadly very quickly.
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Your Vegetable Garden: Growing RadishThere is no comparison between a store-bought radish and a home-grown radish. The grocery store versions are watery versions of the tangy sharp vegetables you can grow in your own back yard. -
Your Vegetable Garden: Growing CarrotsGrowing carrots in your home garden takes some preparation and patience, but success can be yours in the end!
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Exploring Pirate MythsHollywood has provided us with a romantic picture of the Caribbean pirate - eye patch, stumbling around on wooden legs while chugging a mug of rum. Listed below are a number of myths and probable answers to the real pirate life.
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Karl Ratzsch's Restaurant in Milwaukee, WisconsinKarl Ratzsch's Restaurant has been a downtown Milwaukee landmark since 1904
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Hate Exercise? Try These Every Day Calorie BurnersTry these every day calorie burners that will help you burn off calories while you do chores around the house. -
Using Stamps.comStamps.com is a program you can easily download from their website to your PC.
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Fried Green Tomatoes: RecipesTraditionally a Southern dish, the fried green tomato gained country-wide popularity after a heart-warming movie of the same name was released in 1991.
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Brood XIII: the 17 Year CicadaThe cicada does not make a regular appearance in the upper Midwest. Every seventeen years, however, a brood of cicadas emerges at the same time, in areas of Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Michigan, and Wisconsin.
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What to Bring to Make Your Day at the Beach More EnjoyableYou've got the day off, and you're heading to the beach. Whether your destination is salt water or fresh water, a few beach essentials will make your visit more pleasurable. -
Your Backyard Garden: Growing RaspberriesThere's nothing like freshly picked fruit. The fruit you'll find in the grocery store pales in comparison to the taste and texture of fruit you've just harvested.
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Father's Day Gifts for the Motorcycle LoverIt's Father's Day, and you're stumped again. If you're tired of buying ties and your dad (or spouse for those with small children) loves motorcycles, these gifts are sure to be a hit. -
Kashi's Heart to Heart Cereal Vs. CheeriosCold breakfast cereal is a staple in my life. It's relatively healthy, portable, and easy to prepare.
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Father's Day Gifts for the Fishing FanAs the weather turns warmer and fishing season begins, a dad's thoughts turn to fishing. As he puts up the "Gone Fishing" sign on his door, check out these ideas for your fishing-loving dad.
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Sanford Uni-ball's Micro Deluxe Vs. Papermate's Grip PensDeep division resides on people's pen choices in almost every office, ours included - it's not always a simple choice
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Reed's Original Ginger Brew Vs. Canada Dry Ginger AleReed's Original Ginger Brew vs. Canada Dry Ginger Ale
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Inventive Jewelry for Your Croc-style Shoes: JibbitzJibbitz are little charms that fit inside the top ventilation holes of Croc-style shoes. -
Crocs Vs. Airwalk ClogsIn the summer of 2006, more and more of my friends showed up with both Crocs and Airwalks (the less expensive "generic" version of the Croc). -
Mom, What's for Dinner?Whether you're a stay at home mom or work part or full time outside the home, you cringe when you hear those dreaded words - "what's for dinner?" Here are four easy crock pot meals that will cook in the kitchen all day while you do other things.
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Tips to Prepare and Survive a TornadoTornadoes are powerful, dangerous storms.
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Chapstick VS. Lip Smackers Lip GlossBoth Chapstick Lip Smackers have been on American store shelves for a long time.
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Your Backyard Garden: Growing PotatoesWant to grow potatoes in your garden, but not sure where to start? Try these easy steps to have a bountiful harvest of spuds next fall.
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Plants in Your Herb Garden: OreganoOregano, also known as pot marjoram or wild marjoram, is a flavorful, slightly bitter herb.
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Plants in Your Herb Garden: BasilBasil is a popular choice for gardeners who also love to cook.
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The Milwaukee County ZooVisitors enjoy variety and entertainment at The Milwaukee County Zoo -
The Milwaukee County ZooMake the most to your visit to the Milwaukee County Zoo -
Plants in Your Herb Garden: RosemaryThis hardy perennial woody herb does well in almost all hardiness zones in the United States. -
Plants in Your Herb Garden: SageSage is a popular choice for herb gardens for its culinary, medicinal, and decorative value -
Four Wisconsin Caves to Visit with Your FamilyCaving fun for the whole family in Wisconsin
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Drying Fresh Herbs, From Your Garden to Your PantryEasy methods to drying herbs from your garden -
Two Wheel Tuesdays: Brookfield, Wisconsin's Best Kept SecretTwo Wheel Tuesdays emphasizes the two wheels on a motorcycle, and the event is a favorite among local bike enthusiasts.
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10 Spiritual-based Ways to Ward Off Fear and WorryPractical ideas to let go of worry. -
Saving Enough for Retirement?Through the miracle of compounding interest, a young person will see their relatively small investment grow exponentially through the years. -
Day Trips in Milwaukee, WisconsinIf you're a visitor to Milwaukee, or a long-time resident, here are a few ideas to see what this growing Midwestern city has to offer.
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Guide to Disney World on a BudgetYou can plan a trip to Disney World well within a reasonable family budget, and still keep the Disney "magic". -
C.S. Lewis' Christian ConversionThink the Narnia Chronicles are all that's to author C.S. Lewis? Think again. -
Water Park Vacations: Six Ways to Make the Most of Your Water Park ExperienceLike any family vacation, a visit to a water park comes with its challenges. Follow these tips to have a wonderful experience at the water park. -
Creating a Backyard Herb GardenIf you love the taste of fresh herbs but hate the price you pay for them at the grocery store, consider planting a home herb garden. -
Gardeners Can Slow Global WarmingA new report published by the National Wildlife Federation offers gardeners ideas to battle global warming in their own backyards. -
Simple Ways to Stay Connected with Your Elementary-Aged ChildSimple ways to slow down and connect with your elementary-aged child
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A Realistic Look at Today's Family Meal TimeSimple ideas to be more in control of your family's meal-times? -
Digital Pictures: Are Your Pictures Lost in Computer Limbo?Organize your photos so that they don't disappear into the depths of your hard drive.
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How to Help Your Child Get to SleepIdeas to help your child get to sleep
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The History and Significance of Memorial DayHere is a brief history of Memorial Day and how it is observed in the United States
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Review of Culvers Restaurant in Brookfield, WisconsinCulvers offers efficient service and great tasting food and custard. -
Geocaching GearGear that will make your geocaching adventure easier, and more fun! -
What to Expect at Your First MammogramMany women are afaid to get their first mammogram. Don't let your fear get in the way of good health!Also published on:
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Virginia School Shooting TraumaIdeas to help you ease you're child's fears as news of the Virginia Shootings intensifies.
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Top Ten Time Lapse Videos: A Look at Our World in Slow MotionHere are ten You Tube videos to help you slow down and notice the world racing around you.
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Wisconsin Dells Indoor Water ParksAfter months of watching the icicles drip outside your window, you are ready for some time in the sun. -
The Delafield HotelThe Delafield Hotel is located in Delafield, Wisconsin approximately forty minutes from Milwaukee.
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Top Ten Great Animal Video Clips on YouTubeAdd a few bright moments to your day by watching any one of these entertaining and amazing animal videos. -
Feel Like You're Chained to Your Desk? Ways to Make Your Work Day EasierWhether you're sitting in front of a desk for business or pleasure, be aware of pitfalls that are detrimental to both your mind and your body.
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Free Summer Activities in the Greater Milwaukee AreaEnjoy the summer without breaking the bank. -
Organize Your DeskOrganize your desk space to make you more productive, and less stressed.
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Five Ways to Save Money on School SuppliesHow to save money and time getting your child's school supplies
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LOST Characters in Season ThreeAre LOSTS's characters still interesting, or should we vote them off the island?
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Xel-Ha Ecological Park in MexicoFor those wanting a little adventure to their travels to the Yucatan Peninsula, Xel-Ha is a perfect spot to combine adventure with relaxation. -
Ten Tips to a Great Job InterviewThe interviewing process is a two-way street. Not only is the interviewer trying to determine if you're a good fit for their organization, but you are trying to determine if their organization is a good fit for you.
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Review: the Budget-Friendly TruTech® Silver 7" Portable DVD Player PVS12701If you're looking for an affordable, reliable portable DVD player for under $100, the TruTech Portable DVD Player is calling your name.
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Product Review: The ChuckIt, For Dog OwnersCanine Hardware's ChuckIt Ball Launcher saves wear and tear on you, while giving your dog lots of exercise. -
IRobot: A Review of the RoombaThe iRobot's Roomba vacuums while you watch. -
The Garlic PressAdd fresh garlic to your cooking, with this easy to use press. -
The Tom Tom Rider: A GPS System for Your Motorcycle as Well as Your CarA GPS unit for your motorcyle and care -
Simple (and Inexpensive) Ways to Decorate This SpringStart fresh this spring, and add a creative touch to your decorating ideas. -
Five Easy and Healthy SnacksSo you want to eat healthier? Try these five easy and easy ideas to make your snacking healthier.
