Jeanne Gibson
Jeanne Gibson, former English and Math teacher, lives in Springfield, OR with her husband Malcolm, and their cat, Snoopy.
Her articles have appeared in a variety of magazines and online. She enjoys research and writing about the results of that research.
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Her articles have appeared in a variety of magazines and online. She enjoys research and writing about the results of that research.
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Please Don't Put Words into My Mouth!Wouldn't it be nice if all candidates running for office were required to tell the truth at all times? And, wouldn't it be even nicer, if everyone supporting a candidate running for office were required to do the same?
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One Man's Model Airplane LegacyBuilding model airplanes from scratch, using balsa wood, seems to be a dying art. If you are skilled in the art, why not pass that skill along to the younger generation by teaching them how to do it, too? -
Five Reasons Every Church Needs a LibraryIf your church doesn't have a library, it should, even if it is very small and informal to start with. This article will tell you why. -
Could Your Pet Become a Therapy Animal?Most of us, if asked what animals provide therapy to humans would probably answer, "dogs." But we wouldn't always be right.
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Has Sending Christmas Cards Become a Chore?Is sending greeting cards during the Christmas season just another task on your "to do" list that needs to be checked off as soon as possible, or is it something you actually look forward to? -
Could the Reason Behind Your Child's Bad Behavior Be YOU?Whether we like it or not, we are role models for our kids, and trying to get them to behave in a way different from the way we demonstrate before them every day of their lives is not likely to happen.
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Cut the Stress from Your Family Thanksgiving Dinner This YearExperts say that Thanksgiving, and Christmas, are the most stressful holidays of the year. Here are some suggestions for making yours less stressful. -
The Perils of Body Piercing---Is it Worth the Risk?Thinking about becoming a part of the increasing number of people who are piercing their bodies in unusual places. Check it out carefully before you make your final decision. You may decide that the risks, which are many, are not worth it. -
Is Where You'll Be Eating Thanksgiving and Christmas Dinner This Year Causing Stress in Your Life?Deciding which set of parents to spend Thanksgiving and Christmas holidays with can lead to stress in a young couple's marriage. Here are some solutions to the problem that have worked for others. Check them out to see if they'll work for you. -
Should Your Widowed Mom Live Alone?Most widowed people prefer to stay in their own homes after the death of a spouse. Here are a some things you can do to help make that possible for them. -
5 Ways to Help Your Child Overcome ShynessBeing shy can be excruciatingly painful, especially for small children. If your child is shy, this article provides some suggestions for how you can help that child start to become a part of the group. -
Need to Buy a Gift? Fit the Gift to the Individual, Not the Other Way AroundGift buying season is almost upon us. Why not spend a few extra minutes this season to make sure the gifts you buy really fit the individual they are intended for, instead of on a closet shelf never to see the light of day again. -
5 Ways to Make Grandma's (or Grandpa's) Life EasierIs someone in your family having difficulty managing day-to-day tasks that only a few months ago, they were able to perform with seeming ease? You can help. -
Give Your Children a Priceless Gift---the Gift of Knowing How to WorkOne of the best things you can do for your children is to prepare them to survive in hard times. If you succeed in doing this, you will have given them a gift more valuable than money can buy. -
Try Leathercraft for a Great Family HobbyLooking for something creative to do now that the kids are back in school or for a hobby your family can do together? Why not try leathercrafting and get a head start on gifts for some of those hard-to-please people on your Christmas list? -
8 Ways to Save Money and Frustration in Getting the Kids Back to SchoolGetting the kids back in school is always hectic and frustrating, but even more so in a year like this one where the economy is putting a crimp in everyone's ability to afford everything they need. -
10 Inexpensive Things Kids Can Do for Fun This SummerOnce your kids see the 10 activities listed in this article, they won't have any excuse to complain of being bored. Try it out and see.
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Talking to Kids About DeathHave you been putting off talking to your kids about death? You might be surprised to find out how much they already know about the subject. -
Inexpensive Activities to Finish Your Family's Summer With a BangBy August, most kids are getting tired of doing the same things over and over, and some new ideas to keep them busy for a few more weeks may be welcome. Here are four examples of how you can help them enjoy those last few weeks at home. -
Earn Extra Cash Selling Books on eBayIf you are looking for ways to earn a little extra money from home, why not unload some of those books you've already read on eBay? It's not only profitable but can also be a lot of fun.
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Why Do So Many Marriages Fail After the Death of a Child?No words are adequate to describe how you feel when your own child dies. On top of that anguish, seemingly happy marriages often disintegrate after a child's death, further compounding the grieving process.
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Living Frugally Can Take Some of the Panic Out of Being UnemployedBy slashing expenses to the bone and concentrating on odd jobs to meet necessary expenses, you can reduce the panic that losing a job usually produces.
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State History: Summer Fun with Added BenefitsA fun project for the kids this summer that will teach them a lot about the state you live in and provide fodder for school reports for years to come.
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Adult Children Moving Back Home?Not all adult children requesting to move back home should be received with open arms. Remind them that the rules and regulations that existed when they left may still be in force.
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Sometimes It's the Little Things that Lead to DivorceIs your marriage in danger, not from some big catastrophic blunder by either you or your spouse, but rather from a number of little things you may not have even considered important?
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How to Create Your Own JobThe job-seeking tactics of young children may just work for you, too. This articles give you several tips you might want to try.
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Cheap Summer Fun Doesn't Have to Be BoringThree exciting activities that will keep your kids from getting bored this summer, planning a scavenger hunt, dribbling to the big city, and putting on a play.
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Inexpensive Projects for Your Kids to Do This SummerWhether we like it or not, most of us need to cut back on expenses this summer and finding cheap summer fun activities for the kids is one way to do it.
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The 30-Day ChallengeThe 30-Day-Challenges an online course offered once a year to teach you how to set up an online business of your own. I can't find enough good things to say about this program -- and best of all, its free.
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Consistency is the Answer to Most Cat Behavior ProblemsIf your cat's behavior problem has you at your wit's end, there may be a simple solution: consistent discipline.
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Perfect Chopper Food Processor ReviewJust because something performs perfectly for a TV ad doesn't mean it is going to do the same when it arrives in your kitchen.
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Cheap Summer Fun to Help You Survive the Economic DownturnKids don't need an expensive summer vacation. They just want to have fun.
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Model Airplane Fun for the Whole FamilyIf you want a family oriented hobby, try building model airplanes with your kids. It's not only fun, but educational, and, fairly inexpensive, at least in the early stages, and when compared with other hobbies that cost much more.
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How An Electric Bike Could Cut Your Gas BillUnfortunately, most of us can't just raise our salary every few days the way the gas stations do their prices so, in lots of families, something has to give. Maybe a rechargeable electric bike could help.
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Cheap Summer Activities for the Whole FamilyIf you need to cut expenses this year why not exchange your costly vacation for some cheap summer fun at home?
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A Skort? What's a Skort?I'll admit it. Until yesterday, I had never even heard, of, much less seen, a skort. If you know what a skort is, you are light years ahead of me.
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Will March 21, 2010 Be Remembered as Another Day of Infamy?Some hail yesterday's congressional vote in congress as a day of victory. I can't help but wonder how it will be viewed a year from now.
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Don't Feed the Homeless in Miami--It Could End Up Costing You Big BucksThere are lots of reasons why a person can end up being homeless---especially in today's economy. Read about Miami, a city that is making it illegal to feed the homeless.
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Turn Your Old Vinyl Records into CD'sDo you have a stack of old Vinyl records stored away in a closet? Records you once treasured but just don't have the time to sit down and listen to any more? Why not turn them into CD's so you can have music wherever you go.
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Make Your Own CD Labels with CD Stomper Labeling SystemTired of using smeary markers to list the contents of your CD? An inexpensive labeling system will let you shrink the printing down to fit, and also give your CDs a really professional look.
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Does Your Bed-ridden Loved One Hate that Ugly Hospital Bed?If you have a family member who is confined to a hospital bed at home, you owe it to them to look into this product designed to brighten not only their room, but also their days
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Can a Man Really "Cheat" Death?People sometimes say they have cheated death when they manage to survive a close call of some kind. After reading a newspaper headline about a man who claimed to have cheated death for 10 years, I got to wondering if such a thing is actually possible.
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Letter to a FriendFeeling overwhelmed? Try writing a letter to your best friend. I did, and it worked wonders for my outlook on life.
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If You Are a Parent, You Are a TeacherEvery parent is a teacher, even if their children attend public school. One of the most important things a child ever learns is how to share with others-and that is a trait most often taught by parents and learned at home.
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Does Your Cat Meow Too Much?If your cat is about to drive you out of house and home, here are some tips to help you figure out why, and hopefully, some things you can do about it.
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A Visit to Disneyland Not Just for KidsJust because your kids are grown doesn't mean you have to give up that yearly trip to Disneyland. We recently took a trip to Disneyland, sans kids, and you can, too.
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Melted Candy Bar Leads to Invention of Microwave OvenMany inventions have come about by accident. Microwave ovens owe their origin to a melted candy bar.
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Ever Thought About Becoming a Joyologist?If your life has grown a little dull lately, you might want to consider a change of profession. Become a Joyologist.
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Why Do Some People Make Such a Big Deal About What They Are Called?Do you really care what title people attach to you, as long as it isn't derogatory or hateful? I don't, but apparently, many people do.
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Why I Choose to Live in Springfield, OR, USAEver stopped to wonder why you live where you do? Some have no choice, but, if you do, make the most of that choice and choose someplace really nice.
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Writing is Hard WorkHow often does the stark realization that writing is hard work deprive the world of what might possibly have become great literary talent?
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Balloon Volleyball Anyone?Looking for an inexpensive way to entertain your little ones. Here's something that won't cost you an arm and a leg and will give them some much needed exercise at the same time they are having loads of fuln.
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The Museum of the Dog in St. Louis, MOTired of the same old tourist attractions? Here's one that will interest every member of the family-and you can even take Fido along if you like.
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Help Kids Deal with Prejudice - Even when They Are the Ones Dishing it OutWe are all prejudiced toward one thing or another and often pass our prejudices on to our children. Read some suggestions here to help combat prejudice in your own life and in theirs.
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Prescription Medicine Safety TipsPrescription medicine can be as dangerous as a loaded gun in your home if it isn't secured in a locked cabinet where children cannot gain access to it.
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Gigantic Flea Market in Sumpter, Oregon Over Labor Day Week-EndIf you love flea markets, don't miss one of Oregon's largest. Three times a year the entire town and surrounding hillsides of Sumpter, Oregon, are blanketed with tables offering a vast variety of treasures at unbelievably low prices.
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Mud Painting? You Must Be Kidding.Strange as it may seem, mud painting is a legitimate art form, and, if you aren't up to creating your own mud masterpiece, you can purchase one painted by one of America's best known mud painters to hang on your living room wall.
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Six Money-Saving Tips for College KidsCollege is going to cost a bundle of money. No one disputes that fact, but you can stretch the cash you do have a little further by following some of these money-saving tips.
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Endangered Species List is Increasing at Alarming RateWhat do passenger pigeons, sea minks, and the saber-tooth tiger have in common? That's right -- they are all extinct, and thousands of other endangered species may soon join them unless we act now.
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The Thunderegg is Oregon's Official Rock---Does Your State Have One?Thundereggs are strange looking rocks, but no stranger than some of the fascinating myths that have grown up about them. If you're planning an Oregon vacation soon, do take time to visit a dig and unearth a few for yourself.
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Home Permanents Are Making a Comeback: Why Not Try One Yourself?Newspapers and magazines these days abound with articles telling us how to save money during this economic turndown. Even home permanents, once snubbed by many women are making a huge comeback.
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Bored Kids? Start a Neighborhood Kazoo BandEven if they've never played any musical instrument before your kids can be playing a Kazoo like a pro in just minutes. Set up a neighborhood group of Kazoo playing kids and watch the fun begin.
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Peridot---The Birthstone for AugustPeridots, the birthstone for the month of August, aren't as commonly known as gemstones like rubies, opals, and diamonds, but they are just as pretty. Peridot jewelry makes a wonderful gift, not just in August, but any time of the year.
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Are We Pushing Kids to Learn to Read Too Soon?Should a 5 year-old kindergarten graduate be expected to read fluently? A lot of parents seem to think so.
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Your Local Library Offers Far More Than Just Books to ReadIf you enjoy reading, your local library is probably one of the greatest assets your town has to offer, but have you checked out some of the other services libraries are providing these days?
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Ladybugs Can Rid Your Garden of Aphids and Other Common Insect PestsPeople often wonder why there are only Ladybugs and no Gentleman bugs. Read on to find out why.
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Leg Cramps Can Make Your Life MiserableMost of us who suffer an occasional leg cramp grin and bear it, knowing the pain will soon subside and be forgotten. But what about those agonizing, long-lasting cramps that seem to go on forever? Is there any remedy for these?
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Writers Conferences: Too Expensive for Beginning Writers?Most professions require a person to hone their skills periodically and to keep up with the latest news in their field. Writing is no different, but unfortunately, writers' conferences can be very expensive.
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Use Your Keyboard to Strengthen Your Weaker HandMost of us have one hand that is noticeably weaker than the other. By using a practice list of words that use only keyboard letters from one side of the keyboard, you can strengthen your weaker hand.
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Button Making Can Be Fun and Possibly Profitable for the Whole FamilyButtons have successfully advertised everything from politics to professional sports, but making buttons at home can be a fun and profitable project for your family this summer.
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Chinese Fortune Cookies: Who Really Invented Them?Ever wondered who came up with the idea of hiding a message inside of a cookie? The Chinese? Not so according to experts on the subject of Chinese fortune cookies.
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July Birthstone: The RubyRubies have always been considered precious gems, but where do they come from, and what do we really know about them?
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How to Have a Fun-Filled and Educational Vacation at Home This YearIf the economy has put a damper on your long-distance vacation plans, you can use that summer vacation to improve some basic skills for each member of your family and have a lot of fun while you do it.
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Adopt a Grandpa or Grandma from a Retirement HomeIf your kids are not fortunate enough to have grandparents living close by, there are lonely people in your local retirement home who would love to fill the empty "grandparent" space in their lives.
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Great Summer Activity with Kids: Visit a U-Pick FarmDo your kids or grandkids think grocery stores grow all those juicy peaches, berries and melons themselves? If so, it's time take them on a fun but educational trip to a U-Pick farm.
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Earn Extra Cash: Supply Finches, Mealworms, Crickets and Mice to Your Local Pet ShopHave you ever wondered where a pet shop gets all the live crickets, worms, etc. that they feed to the pets waiting for a new home? Much of the time, it is from ordinary people just like you and me.
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Will Your Children Be Fearful Adults or Confident Ones?Over-protective parents hover over their kids so much that they become fearful adults who have trouble making even the simplest decision for themselves. We owe our kids protection but let's not carry it to extremes.
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Tracfone: No Frills, Pay as You Go Cell PhoneAs one of the last hold-outs against using a cell phone, I took one look at the inexpensive, paid in advance, Tracfone, and was hooked for life.
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Earn Quick Cash: Sell Stuff on EBayIf you haven't tried eBay as a way to make money at home, you owe it to yourself to check it out. It costs you nothing to give it a try and, who knows, it may turn into a full-time job.
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Casio EZ-Label Printer KL-60: For Those Who Make Lots of LabelsWondering whether or not to buy the Casio EZ-Label Printer KL-60? They can save a lot of time, but you might want to borrow one from a friend for a trial run before you buy.
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Build a Fence: Summer Project for the Whole FamilyDo your kids head off in different directions when summer vacation begins? Why not plan to do a family project this summer, one they will enjoy and remember long after summer ends? Something like building a fence.
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You Can Un-Clutter Your Home One Commercial at a TimeSick of the clutter in your home, but just can't seem to find the time to "un-clutter" it? Rome wasn't built in a day, you know, and your house probably won't be uncluttered in a day either. That doesn't mean you shouldn't start working on the problem.
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How to Deal with Poor ServiceBerating the person who provides poor service may temporarily make you feel better, but what does it really accomplish? Not much in most cases. Here are some better ways to take care of such situations.
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Avoid Wasting Half Your Day Before it Even BeginsIf you hop out of bed each morning, go straight to your computer and spend hours reading e-mail, writing blog comments, and surfing the web before getting down to the business of your day, here's an easy solution to help start your day right.
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8 Sure-Fire Ways to Make New FriendsIf someone asked you to make a list of your friends, how many people could you honestly put on the list? Maybe it's time to think about reviving some old friendships or developing some new ones to take their place.
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HGH or Human Growth Hormone: Who Really Needs It?Ads for Human Growth Hormone abound on the internet. Don't be taken in by these expensive and dangerous scams.
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Quilting Club: Great Summer Activity for KidsDue to a depressed economy, summer may seem longer than usual this year as school after school cuts days and starts summer vacation early to save money. Kids complaining of "nothing to do" will love a Quilting Club.
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Life Guide: Leave Your Children More Than a WillMost of us have been reminded countless times that we need to make a will and update it regularly. Give your children more than a will. Leave them a gift only you can give; an inheritance they will treasure forever.
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Does Your Lack of Education Make You Feel Uncomfortable?Are you self-conscious because all of your friends seem to know so much more than you, no matter what subject is under discussion? Here's a trick to bring you up to speed in a hurry.
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Snails in Your Flower Beds: Waging the WarAre snails nibbling the edges of your pansies and leaving slimy tracks all over your sidewalks and yard? Are these pesky snails good for anything, or should you get rid of them as quickly as possible?
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Low-Cost Activity with the Kids or GrandkidsEven a trip to McDonald's with two or three kids or grandkids in tow these days can cost a bundle, but there are still lots of inexpensive things to do that both you and the kids will enjoy and remember far longer than a Big Mac.
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Write Short Articles to Break into a Freelance Writing CareerNothing beats the freedom of sitting at my computer, doing something I love to do - write an article - and have a check for it deposited into my Paypal Bank account a few hours later.
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Honor Your Father on Father's Day, June 21, 2009Being a father is hard work and deserving of honor when done well. Mrs. Sonora Dodd realized that and came up with the idea of having an official Father's Day observance. It took a long time, but she finally succeeded.
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How to Plan an Extra-Special Family ReunionDoes the very mention of plans for the annual family reunion this year bring yawns and vacant stares? You can change that "ho-hum" attitude into one of anticipation with a bit of advance planning.
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Give Her the Best Anniversary Gift EverIf you've been wondering how to impress your wife (or husband) with an unusual anniversary gift, why not use the mailman to deliver a gift he or she will never forget?
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Earn Extra Cash by Writing a Column for Your Local NewspaperIf you like to write, and have an endless supply of ideas you could turn into short articles for a newspaper column, look into writing your own newspaper column.
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Be a Pet-Sitter to Earn Extra CashIf you can't have a pet where you live, or could use some exercise to help you fit into that revealing bathing suit this summer or are just in need of a bit of extra cash, pet-sitting can help you accomplish all three.
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Build Model Airplanes with Your KidsVery soon the dreaded words, "I'm so bored," will be echoed in many households across our land. Building model airplanes can keep those idle hands and minds busy for hours on end and may even become an absorbing new hobby for the whole family.
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Teach Your Kids to Enjoy WritingNext to math, the subject most kids confess they hate most is English - especially the kind of English that requires them to write something down on paper. You can change that attitude in your children if you start while they are young.
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Voting by Mail in Oregon is a Big Success: Will it Work in Your State?Vote-by-mail in Oregon has worked smoothly since 1998 with not a single case of fraud ever coming to light. Could it work everywhere?
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Do Odd Jobs This Summer to Make MoneyJobs are a scarce commodity for everyone this year, but even more so for teens who are looking for temporary summer employment. Beat the odds by turning yourself into an odd-jobber who is willing to tackle almost any chore if the price is right.
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Sneakers: Why You Need More Than One PairHardly any item of apparel is more useful and versatile in your wardrobe than a good pair of walking shoes. And, if one pair is good, it just makes sense that five pair would be even better. Right?
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Earn Extra Cash: Teach Basic Computer Skills to Senior CitizensMany senior citizens have computers but have never passed beyond the e-mail stage of learning how to use them. Why not make some extra money for yourself while introducing them to the exciting world of computers?
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Taming a Feral CatTechnically, a feral cat is one that was born in the wild and spends its life in the wild. Cats that have been domesticated before ending up homeless are called stray cats. Stray cats have a better chance to become domesticated than feral cats do.
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Weapons to Help You Win the Battle Against DepressionDepression seems to increase dramatically in a slow economy. Here are some tips for fighting back when you are the target.
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GIfts for GraduationNo matter how old the graduate in your family is, graduation day has arrived too soon. Now it's time to find an appropriate gift that your graduate will remember long after graduation has come and gone.
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Charitable Giving: Keep It UpMost of us are feeling the effects of the poor economy and it may be tempting to cut back on charitable giving right now. Please don't. Those in need are worse off than ever and need all the help they can get.
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Birthstone Jewelry Makes a Great Mother's Day GiftGiving Mom a piece of jewelry on Mother's Day using her birthstone was once a very popular tradition. Learn more about the tradition of birthstones and see if you might not want to find a birthstone gift for your mother this year.
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Raise Responsible Adults by Assigning Regular Chores to Your KidsFew children today are overworked, although to hear them tell it, they do nothing but chores, chores and more chores. How much can we reasonably expect of small children, older children and teens?
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Does Your Child Lack Social (Emotional) Intelligence?In the past few years much attention has been given to IQ scores and whether or not they can be raised by more than a few points. Unfortunately, not nearly as much attention is given to social intelligence which is also extremely important.
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Summer Cash for Teens: Be a Mother's HelperBecause of the poor economy, jobs for teens may be harder to come by this summer. If the usual places on your list are not hiring, why not try something different for a change?
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What to Do If You Can't Afford Health InsuranceIf your job has disappeared due to the sagging economy, the chances are that your health insurance has disappeared along with it. Here are some tips to help you get by until the economy and your circumstances have improved.
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Vitamin D: Is It the "Magic Bullet " that Will Cure Every AilmentSuddenly, everyone I know seems to be getting a prescription for Vitamin D from their doctor. Are all these prescriptions really necessary or is this some kind of new health fad?
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Unhealthy Friendships: Is it Time to Look for a New Best Friend?Have time and circumstances turned a once-vibrant friendship into a burden rather than a blessing? Does your best friend show displeasure when you spend time with other people? Maybe it's time to back off a bit and look for a new best friend.
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Oregon Sunstone Jewelry for Mother's DayMother's Day is May 10th this year. For those of you who haven't yet figured out the perfect gift for this special person in your life, why not give her a piece of jewelry featuring Oregon Sunstone?
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The Tooth Taxi Comes to TownWith an ailing economy, visits to the dentist are among things that many families are have to be put off until later. Here's what one small town is doing to help combat the problem.
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How To Make Visitors To Your Church Feel WelcomeHow does your church measure up when it comes to greeting visitors? Here are some tips for making sure that those one-time visitors to your place of worship return and, perhaps, become regular members of your fellowship.
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Start a Book Reading DiaryHave you ever wished you had a list of every single book you have ever read? Wouldn't it be interesting to look back over that list from time to time and to fill in neglected areas with new titles that would help you become a more balanced person?
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National Park Senior and Annual PassesThe poor economy and high gas prices have combined to keep many travel-loving Americans home this summer. If you do plan to travel, an America the Beautiful Annual Pass or Senior Pass can save you money when you visit any of our national parks.
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Look Smarter: Improve Your Social Image by Seeming to Be Smarter Than You Really AreDo you often feel overwhelmed with all the things you don't know and avoid getting into conversations with certain people for fear of showing that lack of knowledge? Here's a hint to help you quickly bring yourself up to level on a variety of subjects.
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Do Online Research to Put Some Cash in Your PocketAre you a person who loves to find out things on the internet; to follow up clues and find out things the average person doesn't know? If so, online research may be the perfect job for you.
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Buying Online Can Be Hazardous to Your Bank AccountBuying online is convenient and can save you time and money. However there are some hidden dangers you may not be aware of.
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Tips for Baby Sitting GrandpasWith so many mothers working away from home these days and reliable day care hard to find, many grandmothers and grandfathers are being called upon to fill in the gap.
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Need Extra Cash? Start Your Own House Cleaning BusinessWith so many women joining the work force, time to keep the housework done is in short supply. Why not cash in on a lucrative job market where you can pretty much choose your own time schedule.
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In Desperate Need of a GE Hairdryer Soft Bonnet ReplacementNothing frustrates me more than having a product I love and have used for many years, suddenly disappear from the marketplace - usually just before I am ready to replace my old one.
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Make Extra Cash: Rent Your Own Flea Market TableFlea markets are a great place to sell some of your handcrafts, dispose of outgrown clothing or get rid of all that extra "stuff" clogging your attic, garage and closets.
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Be Persistent to Find that JobLooking for work through an online employment agency may be effective for some people, but there are other, more effective ways to find a job.
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Combat Juvenile Delinquency with an After-School Club in Your HomeLatch-key children are common in every neighborhood. They are the kids who come home after school to an empty house, let themselves in with the key their parents have provided and spend several hours alone waiting for their parents to arrive home.
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Cut Wedding Costs: Do More of the Preparation YourselfYou can save a lot of money by making your own bridal bouquet, corsages, boutonnieres and other decorations for your wedding.
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Tutoring for Extra Cash Can Be Rewarding as Well as ProfitableBy helping a child (or an adult) learn basic educational skills, a tutor can change that person's whole life for the better. You could be that tutor.
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Earn Extra Cash as a "Senior" SitterMany families choose to care for elderly family members at home rather than putting them into nursing homes. Why not provide a "senior" sitting service so regular family caregivers can get away for a few hours of relaxation.
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Design Your Own Grave MarkerInexpensive, ready-made tombstones, grave markers or headstones are now available online, and if you like, you can even design them yourself.
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Need Extra Money? Decorate Cakes at HomeFancy decorated cakes for special occasions can cost big bucks. Why not learn to do it yourself, saving money the next time around and perhaps end up creating a profitable business you can run from home?
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File Folders Aren't Just Plain Manila AnymoreFile folders don't just come in a bland manila color any more. Read on to see how you can brighten up your office and your life with some interesting new designs and colors you never dreamed of.
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What Rights Do Teenagers Really Have?Many teens are well-informed on their "rights," but few realize that with those rights come responsibilities.
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Earn Money at Home Doing Alterations and SewingEventually, everyone needs a seamstress or alteration person. If you have a bit of sewing talent and a few extra hours a week, this is a great way to make some extra money and to work it into your own time schedule.
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Worm Farm Cash CowGrowing worms for fishermen to use as bait and for soil enrichment is a great way to make a little extra cash with very little financial and time investment.
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Shopwiki.Com is Much More Than Just an Online Shopping SiteIf you've ever wished you could find out some basic information about a product before ordering it, then Shopwiki.com is the place to go.
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Important Safety Tips for Women Who Travel AloneIf you are a woman who travels alone, here are some simple precautions you can take to help increase your security in strange surroundings.
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Popular Author of The Shack Keynote Speaker at Oregon Christian Writer's ConferenceIt isn't often that I get to sit under the teaching of a best-selling author and listen to him make it sound plausible that I could actually follow in his footsteps, but William Paul Young, in just a couple of hours, did that.
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Students Plan Senior Prom for Senior CitizensContrary to popular thinking, not all high school students are self-centered, fun-seeking, slang talking little misfits who never give a thought to anyone but themselves.
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Peripheral Artery DiseaseIf the recent television commercials about Peripheral Artery Disease (commonly known as P.A.D) have you wondering if you might be a potential victim of this often silent killer, this article is for you.
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Magnetic Advertising Signs for Your CarAre you one of those people who have decided to start your own business only to realize that the advertising to grow that business is an expensive proposition? Magnetic advertising car signs may be a solution for you.
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Are We Really as Honest as We Think We Are?Most of us place honesty fairly high on the list of admirable qualities, and are quick to point out the dishonesty of others. But, faced with taking a lie detector test, how many of us would turn out to be as honest as we claim to be?
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Basic Tools for Teenagers Before Launching Them into the WorldMost teens can hardly wait until they are old enough to walk out the front door and "start" life on their own. As parents, it is our job to make sure they are really prepared when that day comes.
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Labyrinth Walking May Calm Stress and Promote TranquilityWalking a labyrinth is said to be helpful in calming stress, helping people achieve tranquility and bringing balance into one's life. I recently heard about labyrinth walks taking place in our town and am intrigued with the idea.
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Get the Jump on Christmas: Start NowIf December comes sooner than you expect it every year and finds you totally unprepared for Christmas, why not take advantage of a quiet week this winter to see that Christmas 2009 doesn't take you by surprise.
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Is it Time to Up-Date Your Will?Most of us heave a sigh of relief when we finally take that important step of having a will drawn-up. But how many of us take time to review and up-date our wills as the years go by?
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Teach Your Kids Life Lessons by Planting SeedsNothing is more exciting to kids than to see seeds they have planted with their own hands take root, sprout and grow into something beautiful, useful or edible.
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Don't Miss a Visit to the Oregon Garden at Silverton, OregonThe Oregon Garden is well worth the 20 mile detour off Interstate 5 for either a short afternoon trip through the gorgeous gardens, or for a longer stay at the resort itself.
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How Long Can a Kid Survive Without a Peanut Butter and Jelly Sandwich?One of America's favorite foods has temporarily been eliminated from the diet of many due to fear of salmonella poisoning. How is your family coping with the loss of this familiar staple?
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Make the University of Oregon Your College of ChoiceThe choice of where to attend college is probably one of the most difficult choices high school students face. The University of Oregon is one college worthy of serious consideration.
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Increase Attendance at Your Picnic, Festival or FairIf attendance has slumped at your annual picnic, festival, or fair, work a little harder to make sure your event stands out from the crowd.
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10 Ways to Turn Reluctant Readers into Eager ReadersOne of the most important things a parent can do to insure their child's future success in life is to help that child learn to read well.
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Fishing Licenses: Another Great Freebie for Senior CitizensIf you fit into the category of senior citizens, disabled persons, or military veterans, you may be surprised to learn that going fishing this year won't cost you nearly as much as it usually does; that's good news in this time of economic turndown.
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How to Perform CPR (Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation)If you, like many of us, have been intending to take a CPR course, but haven't gotten around to it, here are some basic instructions that can help you stop a victim from having brain damage while you are waiting for paramedics to arrive.
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Jigsaw Puzzles: Try Working on One with More Than 24,000 PiecesEver wondered just how many pieces the world's largest jigsaw puzzle contains? Probably a lot more than you want to tackle putting together all by yourself unless you are a true jigsaw puzzle connoisseur.
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From the Biro Ballpoint Pen to the BIC: How the Common Ballpoint Pen Came to BeMost people under 50 can't remember ever writing with anything but a ballpoint pen, or the famous #2 yellow pencil of their elementary school years.
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Everyone Should Watch, How Great is Our God, DVDHaving trouble reconciling the idea of God with the opinions of scientists who deny that any possibility of "intelligent design" is involved in the creation of the Universe? If so, this DVD is for you.
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It's Hard to Save Face Properly when You Are 1200 Miles from HomeSometimes the best way to resolve an argument is to drop the subject and never refer to it again.
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ClearSounds Photo50 Large Button Phone - Model V608Those tiny buttons on the average cell phone, and the fact that even the highest sound setting is inadequate for aging ears makes cell phones next to worthless for a large percentage of our population. Not the ClearSounds Photo50 phone.
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What to Do If You Are Involved in an Automobile AccidentEven a small fender bender can ruin your day, but knowing what to do before and immediately after an automobile accident can do a lot to relieve the resulting stress if it does happen to you.
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Don't Let Daddy Go Shopping AloneIf you happen to be married to a man who likes to shop, you may need to give him a few guidelines before turning him loose to shop alone.
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Using a Newspaper Morgue or Archive Database to Find Friends and RelativesA newspaper morgue, or archive database, as they are now called, can answer a multitude of questions for you, although the answers to those questions may cost you a small fee.
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Will Stevia Replace Sugar in the American Diet?Some are predicting that Stevia, a sweetener up to 300 times sweeter than sugar, will soon replace many of the artificial sweeteners such as Aspartame and saccharine, which, even after years of use, are controversial as far as side effects are concerned.
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Quick and Easy "Anytime" Meal for Drop in Visitors or House GuestsAre you wracking your brain for something to serve guests who drop by without warning? Something a little fancier than left-overs, but something that won't cause you to spend half the day in the kitchen?
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Do You Know WHY Jesus Came?Most of us have a brokent relationship that could stand some fixing.
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A Coupon Club Can Help You Stretch Scarce Dollars a Little FurtherWhy not start a coupon club in your neighborhood? A good coupon clipping club can not only save you money, but can be a lot of fun for its members.
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Leaving One Church for a New Place of Worship: When Should You Move On?Most Americans would agree that Barack Obama should have removed his family from their church long before he did. Is it time for you to be thinking about finding a new church for your own family?
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Where Did the Real Christmas Go?Christmas as it is celebrated today is totally unrecognizable when compared with the Christmas seasons of my childhood, and it leaves me wondering, "Just where did the real Christmas go?"
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Useful Supplies for Successful Potty-TrainingIs your toddler ready for that next important step in growing up, potty training? If so, there are some basic supplies that will be helpful in making the next few weeks and months less stressful for you both.
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Parents, Why the Big Rush to Potty Train?Most of the frustration over potty training comes from trying to reach the stage of "No more diapers!" before your child is actually ready.
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Online Auctions can be a Treasure Trove of NostalgiaDo an eBay search for old favorites from your childhood. You will be astounded at what you may find.
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Outsmart Your Clawing Cat with Orange Oil Room FreshenerCats are not really smarter than humans. They just like you to think they are. Here's a little trick to convince them that you really ARE the boss in your house.
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XYZ: The History of the Zipper, From Pouches to PantsIf all the zippers in the world suddenly vanished, many of us would be caught with our pants down.
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No Green Thumb? Use Silk Flowers to Brighten Your Home and Your DaySilk flowers aren't like they used to be. They look so real that most people can't even tell the difference unless they actually touch them--sometimes not even then.
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Easy Paper-Craft for KidsEveryone has scrap paper around the house. Here's how to use it in a craft project that kids will enjoy making; and enjoy putting to use or giving as a gift later.
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Everyone Should Have His or Her Own Personal Lawn SwingI grew up poor. Actually, most of the town I grew up in was poor. But one family, the owners of the local mill, had a lawn swing in their back yard. How I envied them.
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How to Adapt a Tilt-Top Table so You Can Compute from Your ReclinerDoes a session with your laptop leave you with sore and aching legs? Maybe it's time to invest in a tilt-top table from Carol Wright Gifts.
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If You Are a South-Paw, You MUST Buy a Pair of Left-Handed ScissorsMost of us really don't want to be diffent, but sometimes things beyond our control set us apart from ordinary people.
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Product Review: Christian Writers' Market GuideWell, I could probably live without my Christian Writers; Market Guide, but it would be a lot harder to write for markets that would be interested in the type of articles I enjoy writing.
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Product Review: Sure-Grip Bath Handles for Safety in the TubAre balance problems causing you to be nervous about getting into and out of the bathtub? Sure-Grip Bath Handles may be the answer for you.
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Volunteer to Help Kids Read in OregonKids who do not learn to read well at a young age will be fighting an uphill battle for the rest of their lives.
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How to Create a Great Gift for Practically NothingThe perfect gift for someone who thinks he or she already has everything.
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How to Prepare for an Audit of Your Income Tax ReturnIf you are basically an honest person, being notified that your income tax return is being audited shouldn't conjure up visions of spending the next 20 years in prison.
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How to Improve Your Child's Negative Attitude Toward SchoolEvery child will spend a large part of his early life sitting in a classroom. That makes it worth putting a little extra effort into making that time pleasant and worthwhile for him rather than allowing it to become something to just be "endured."
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Create a Perfect Birthday Party Without Deficit SpendingInstead of celebrating the day of one's birth, modern birthday parties have become contests to see who can throw the biggest bash. We can put an end to it.
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Is Your Child a Quitter?It is natural for children to try different activities in order to find out what really interests them, but should there be a limit on how many of these activities one child is allowed to try?
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Great Junk Mail CraftsResist the urge to strangle the sender of all that junk mail, by turning it into gorgeous and useful items you will treasure for years to come.
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Improve Your Chance of Getting Where You're Going --- and BackGetting behind the wheel these days may seem like you are engaging in a game of Russian Roulette, but there are ways to swing the odds a bit in your favor.
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Has Your Family's Christmas Celebration Become a Greedy, Gift-Grabbing Frenzy?If it seems as though your family has forgotten the true meaning of Christmas, maybe it's time for a change.
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Top Ten Gift Ideas for Your Favorite GardenerPlanting something and seeing it start to grow allows each of us the opportunity to become a part of the miracle of life.
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Top Ten Gift Ideas for a Friend in a Nursing HomeThe secret to choosing appropriate gifts for loved ones confined to a nursing home is to imagine ourselves in their place. What would we need, want, and enjoy, and, equally important, what would we not want, need, or enjoy?
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Top Ten Gift Ideas for Your SisterMaybe there should be a "Sister's Day" for us to celebrate the special relationship sisters bring to our lives, and to remind us of the need to show them that they are appreciated.
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Top Ten Gift Ideas for a Bedridden FriendBeing confined to one's bed, doesn't signal the end of one's ability to enjoy life.
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Top Ten Gift Ideas for Your Local Mission or Homeless ShelterSome people look at a homeless shelter as a "Hopeless" Shelter. Caring people can make sure that, in reality, it becomes a shelter offering Hope to all who enter.
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Instead of Demanding that Your Children, "Stop the Bickering"….Use It!I actually wrote an article called, "Stop The Bickering," once. Nanjowe has a better idea.
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Children Grieve, TooToo many adults are so busy coming to terms with their own grief they, unfortunately, overlook the fact that there may be children who are grieving, too.
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Autism and Vaccines: Parents Should Be AlarmedIt is past time for the parents of young children to demand answers about the suspected link between autism and vaccines. This affliction is growing at an alarming rate.
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Is Magnetic Therapy for Real?Your doctor may not condone the use of magnetic therapy, but even he cannot dispute the end result.