Susan Abe
Susan Abe is a freelance writer since 2001, technical writer/evaluator specializing in medical malpractice since 1986, lifelong baseball nut, university strength & conditioning coach, critical care nurse and bibliophile. She has degrees in nursing (AAS, VWCC) and sociology (Roanoke College) among her studies - and has lived and worked internationally and throughout the US.
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How to Adjust the A/C Flow Upstairs Without Installing Central AirHere are the facts: Hot air rises. Cold air sinks. Window unit air conditioners are designed to cool a room or two, depending upon the size of the AC unit and the size of the rooms you are attempting to cool. -
How to Locate a Subdivision by NameOlder, established subdivisions are searchable on national realty databases and are also often listed as neighborhoods on city maps.
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How to Set the Voicemail on an AT&T Strive PhoneSetting up the voicemail on an AT&T Strive phone is almost child's play. -
The Disadvantages of Online SurveysAvid survey takers can make a little money, but not a career. -
How to Get an American Postal AddressThe USPS actively helps citizens obtain or find correct addresses to save money. -
Bars in Annawan, IllinoisThe small village of Annawan, Illinois offers just two options for someone seeking a cocktail or a cold beer, one with food available and one without. The limited choices make sense as according to its website, Annawan, Illinois, is just a village of 900 -
How to Write Job Descriptions for Handbell Choir DirectorsAlthough a Handbell Choir Director is a very specialized position, you can write a job description for it by relying on the expertise on the U.S. Department of Labor. -
5 Lazy Pre-Prepared Foods to AvoidThere are some foods that are simply ridiculous to buy: pre-prepared foods that require little preparation in the first place and those packed with artificial ingredients instead of readily available real ones.
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5 Tips for Eating Healthy During Busy TimesIt can be hard to keep our dietary resolutions when our households hit a time crunch. But here are five options to help you compromise between nutrition, time, money and appetite.
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Yankees Trade Mitre to Brewers for an OutfielderSergio Mitre did indeed pitch himself right out of the bullpen as an earlier article indicated. Here's who the Yankees are getting in exchange. -
Jorge Posada Not in a Yankee Uniform in 2012?Is Jorge Posada working already on some contract negotiations before he proves his skill as a DH this year? Or is his transition from starting catcher to DH not as graceful as Manager Joe Girardi would have us believe? -
"Just Because You Have Shin Guards and a Mask, that Doesn't Make You a Catcher."I'm not the only one seeing some holes in the players the New York Yankees are presenting as their catchers for the year. Seems like a lot of old pro scouts are saying the same thing. -
Bryce Harper's First Professional Baseball InjuryWashington National's Bryce Harper's first professional injury is an ankle sprain. They're a bit more complicated than you'd expect.
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Fan reaction: Why do the Yankees have a reported interest in pitcher Oliver Perez?The 29-year-old left-hander has been in the news a lot in the last few days.
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Fan's view: How can we continue to grow college baseball's popularity?NCAA baseball is nowhere near as popular as its counterparts -- football and basketball, for instance. Here are five ideas to remedy this problem.Also published on:
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Japanese Baseball Postpones Opening Day - Other Tragedies Have Caused the SameJapanese Baseball Postpones Opening Day - Other Tragedies Have Caused the Same
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Fan's view: The top 5 MLB ceremonial first pitchesAccording to a site specializing in baseball trivia, President William Howard Taft threw out the first ceremonial first pitch on April 13, 1910.Also published on:
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Fan's view: Has Yankees' Mitre pitched himself out of the bullpen?Sergio Mitre appears on March 22, 2011 in a New York Yankees game against the Baltimore Orioles to have pitched himself out of as shot at the pitching rotation.Also published on:
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Fan's take: No single direction on what Yankees want in a catcherThere are a lot of catchers on the team at the moment, no single definition of what the Yankees are looking for in a catcher and an awful lot of just bad baseball moves.Also published on:
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Fan reaction: Why did the Yankees audition ex-Baltimore pitcher Kevin Millwood?The Yankees Audition Ex-Baltimore Pitcher Millwood - Why?Also published on:
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Fan perspective: The Yankees' Manny Banuelos could be this year's 'feel good' findThe Yankees' Manny Banuelos Could Be This Year's "Feel Good" Find.Also published on:
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Fan's view: Great Opening Day moments for the YankeesThe New York Yankees have had over 107 Opening Days since the club began as the Highlanders on April 22, 1903. They lost that first one, 3-1, at Washington, but they've been mostly winning ever since.Also published on:
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Fan look: Yankees count six players among Baseball America's 2011 Top 100 Prospects listReview of the list is extremely encouraging for the immediate future and the upcoming seasons. The Yankees have six players on the list of 100 '" not bad considering these prospects were theoretically available from all 30 major league franchises.Also published on: -
S.F. Giant's closer Wilson has strained oblique and drama-free attitude to aid in recoveryS.F. Giant's Closer Wilson Now Has Strained Oblique & Drama-Free AttitudeAlso published on:
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After two concussions, Twins' Morneau urges adoption of safer batting helmetsAfter Two Concussions, Twins Justin Morneau Urges Adoption of Safer Batting HelmetsAlso published on:
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A brief profile of the Yankees' Brett GardnerWith all the excitement other reactions to the even temporary change in the New York Yankee lineup, I thought it only fair to find out a little bit more about the guy who, it seems, might be hitting in front of Derek Jeter, Brett Gardner.Also published on:
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Scot Shields and recent retirees: How to retire from MLBScot Shields and other recent MLB retirees all demonstrate different style of saying goodbye to the Game.
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Student-athletes also at risk in charter bus crashesThere's a large population of citizens that ride charter buses on a frequent basis and sometimes for much longer distances than casino visitors: high school and college athletic teams.
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Manager Salazar's eye loss another in a string of coaching injuriesWednesday, March 16, 2011. Today surgeons removed Luis Salazar left eye, one week after he was hit in the face by a line drive during a Spring Training game on March 9, 2011 according to Atlanta Braves General Manager Frank Wren.
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Fan reaction: Is Yankees pitcher Nova a lock for a rotation spot?Yankee Pitcher Nova Pitches Super: Is This a Lock on a Rotation Spot?Also published on:
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The Yankees response to Japanese disaster immediate, necessary and nothing newPhilanthropy in the face of natural disasters or enormous loss is not new to the Yankees organization.Also published on:
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Yanks fan: Yankees pitcher Mitre has no true gritThe day before yesterday, I wrote an article about suspicious or nebulous injuries and -- as he fit the bill -- cited Sergio Mitre as a potential GOMDO (Get Out of My DugOut).Also published on:
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Fan reaction: Yankees pitcher Mitre shut down again after reports of vague symptomsWith my continued exposure to baseball at all levels, I've begun to believe that managers and owners and coaches -- and teammates that have to take up the slack -- should adopt an acronym of their own: "Gomdo," as in "Get Out of My Dug Out."Also published on:
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Fan: The Yankees' Opening Day tradition? Nothing fancy, just win the gameThe Yankees' Opening Day tradition is to win the game.
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Fan reaction: New York Yankees sign pitcher Juan Carlos Paniagua for $1.1 millionRight-hand pitcher Juan Carlos Paniagua, reportedly 20 years old and Dominican, has signed with the Yankees for $1.1 million. Reports say that he has just completed a one-year MLB suspension for age and ID fraud.
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Yanks fan: Why are the Yankees scouting Carlos Silva?Why is the general manager of the New York Yankees, Brian Cashman, is supposedly paying scouts money to assess a mediocre pitcher with anger management issues?
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Yanks fan: Cliff Lee can't get his story straightIn a recent radio interview with WIP Radio in Philadelphia, 32-year old Cliff Lee explained his decision to sign with the Philadelphia Phillies instead of the New York Yankees because "some of the Yankee guys are getting older."
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The 11th Annual Virginia Fly Fishing FestivalThe 11th Annual Virginia Fly Fishing Festival will be held April 16 '" 17th, 2011 on the banks of the South River in Waynesboro, VA. -
Fan guarantee: Why the Yankees will win a 28th World Series titleAs a lifelong New York Yankees fan, I have no doubt that they will do "well" this year: In fact, we're all fully anticipating the team's 28th World Series championship.
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Yanks fan: Yogi Berra is more than just an old baseball playerYogi Berra is an icon. He is a Hall of Fame former catcher, author, coach, and manager.Also published on:
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Cavaliers fan: What to watch for at Virginia's spring practiceThe massive program changes have yet to bear fruit in the form of wins or bowl games. But, London is headed in the right direction.
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Yanks fan: Rivera throws BP and prepares for his pitching debutThe New York Yankees have the ultimate Duster -- the Duster of all Dusters -- Mariano Rivera. Last year, The Duster was 3-3 and posted a 1.80 ERA and got 33 out of 38 saves.
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Fan's take: Top 5 Yankees prospects from their farm systemAs a result of some unexpected spring training injuries and meltdowns, some of these prospects have even been moved a tiny bit closer to the "probably" column as opposed to the "maybe" one.
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Fan's take: Maybe Charlie Sheen shoud try out for Yankees starting rotationSheen, unemployed at the moment, has some pitching experience, comes with a ready-made nickname, and would gratefully suck up millions. Remember Major League? He wouldn't be any odder than some of the pitchers already on staff.
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Fan perspective: Five Irish baseball players from the early days of the sportIrish-born immigrants to America helped establish baseball as a sport unto itself. Here's a celebration of the very earliest players. -
Fan's view: Toss the green uniforms for St. Patrick's DayWith the St. Patrick's Day color change now accepted, why not adopt Charlie Brown Halloween ghost costumes for those World Series teams playing on October 31st?
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Fan reaction: Bryce Harper's first Major League hitHarper's an extraordinarily talented player. But being so doesn't negate the learning curve he'll have to scale in order to play at the major league level. If he's as talented as they claim, he'll learn quicker than most. -
Fan's view: Really, the New York Yankees don't have a pitching rotation yet?The disarray of the NYY starting pitching rotation is ridiculously late and based on how much prior contracts are worth, not how well pitchers are pitching.
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Yanks fan: Top remaining free agents for 2011Free agents are unsigned this late in the season for a reason.
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Yankees fan: The secret to Mo's cutterDr. Tom House and ESPN's Sports Science took a look at Mariano Rivera's cutter. It doesn't seem that the study is going to help hitters though.
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Fan reaction: Who was that new Melky in center field?Descriptions of Melky Mesa's ability to play "even in the minors" vary wildly according to what blog you're reading and what game box score you happen to peruse. He played recently in center field, despite his absence from the depth chart.
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Yankees fan: Jesus Montero is coming!NYY Francisco Cervelli has a fractured left foot and will be out for a least a month. Girardi says Posada will not fill in during Cervelli's absence, Cashman is less sure. Whatever, the fill-in backup for starter Russell Martin will be be Jesus Montero.
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Hiking on the Massanutten National Recreation Trail Near Harrisonburg, VAHiking trails are plentiful around Harrisonburg, VA and range in distance and difficulty enough to suit any needs - whether it's an afternoon a weekend expedition complete with overnight camping. -
Offroad & Mountain Biking on the Massanutten National Recreation TrailMountain biking trails are plentiful around the Harrisonburg, VA area and range in distance and difficulty enough to suit any needs - whether it's an afternoon you'd like to spend or a weekend expedition complete with overnight camping.
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Fan's take: AJ Burnett's pitching debacles behind him?AJ Burnett's new pitching coach thinks that his problem lies in his delivery. I think it unbelievable that it took twelve years of major league play for someone to "notice" this problem. In fact, I don't think it's the problem at all.
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Fan reaction: Catching up with the Yankee catchersThere are some new names and faces reportedly as Yankee catchers. When and where did they come from?
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Miss Thrift Buys a New Keurig CoffeemakerGreat stuff is great stuff and frequently requires a greater expenditure to purchase than ordinary models. Sometimes it's worth it. It isn't if it's accompanied by guilt.
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Fan's take: Will Yankee 'Killer Bees' mean new & updated pitching?Known as the "Killer Bees," Brackman, Betances, and Banuelos, they're generating a lot of excitement based upon their spring training performances.
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Make Sure You Carry a Medical Expenses Rider on Your Auto InsuranceTo save you tears, time, trouble and a lot of money, sign up for the Medical Expense Rider on your own personal policy. If you're injured, the other guy's insurance company is not going to pay a dime until all your treatment is complete. Are you?
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Fan perspective: Joe Torre's back in baseballJoe Torre is back in baseball. Commissioner Bud Selig announced on February 26th, Torre's appointment as Major League Baseball's new Executive Vice President for Baseball Operations just in time for the 2011 season.
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Fan reaction: The Duke passesBaseball legend Duke Snider passed away on Sunday morning, February 27, 2011 with his wife and four children.
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Free Tax Workshops or Filing Assistance in the Harrisonburg, VA AreaFinding free tax workshops or assistance in filing one's taxes is difficult in the Harrisonburg, VA area. Nonetheless, help can be found with some time and perseverance.
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Two Prom or Bridal Tuxedo Shops in Harrisonburg, VATuxedo and formal wear rental and sale shops for your prom or wedding are limited in number in the Harrisonburg, VA. What we lack in number, they make up in personalized, caring service.
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Applebee's of Rocky Mount, VA - a Wannabe RestaurantA late dinner at Applebee's of Rocky Mount, VA proved awful in all respects: even to a desperate starved, frozen, and exhausted party.
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The Best Picnic Spots in and Around Harrisonburg, VAPicnics, as opposed to mashed granola bars pulled from backpacks, are civilized affairs. They require a basket, napkins, silverware, a tablecloth, a nice bottle of wine, foods prepared specifically for the occasion, and an appropriate location.
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Considering playing college baseball or softball?If you don't actually understand what it means to be an NCAA "student athlete," you might want to consider attending classes and playing on a campus recreational or "rec" league team.
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Women exercisers or athletes and supplemental creatine useCreatine, a naturally occurring compound in our body and our foods, can add significant strength, lean muscle mass, endurance and boost overall metabolic rates - especially for women.
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10 Easily Accessible and Inexpensive Ways to Reduce Your Carbon FootprintYou don't have to be one of those celebrities with the money to design earth-friendly homes and drive expensive hybrid Escalades to make a difference. Here are ten easily accessible and inexpensive ways to reduce your family's carbon footprint:
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The Best Local Independent Bookstores in and Around Harrisonburg, VAHarrisonburg, VA is lucky to have the privately owned Downtown Books and the six-time yearly Green Valley Book Fair to serve the community.
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Spring Cleaning Your Kitchen: A Complete GuideHere are some hints and directions to get your kitchen ready for springtime, lighter meals, and lots of time outside....
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5 New and Safe Nonstick PansAfter years of dire warnings about Teflon and its convenient use, here are 5 new and safe nonstick pans.
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5 Alternatives to the Usual Candy-Laden Easter BasketsAs Easter approaches, don't automatically buy the usual candy-laden Easter basket. Here are some alternatives to consider for kids, large and small, that don't depend entirely on candy as their source of surprise and pleasure.
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The Many Farmers Markets in the Harrisonburg, VA AreaThe Harrisonburg, VA area can boast of four farmers markets within mere miles. These popular and established markets will soon be open for summer hours and serving up fresh local produce.
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Harrisonsburg's VA's Best Thrift Stores for Your DollarTake two universities and combine with a community history of thrift and savings? Oddly enough, the result is a variety of thrift stores with great selections and excellent prices.
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"True Living" Travel Mugs Are True to Life: They're ProblematicIf you're seeking a leak-proof travel mug, avoid True Living Travel Mug, made in China and sold at dollar stores. You'll save yourself dry cleaning expenses and aggravation.
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First person: College baseball is a winter sportDivision III college baseball in the mid-Atlantic conferences is a winter sport. I own more cold weather gear now than I did when I skied. Unless colleges and agree to keep baseball players three weeks after the school year, this is how it'll continue.
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The Sports Illustrated Swimsuit Issue: A Pro OpinionI have no beef with Sports Illustrated's Swimsuit Issue as a woman, a feminist, a sports fan or a strength and conditioning coach. The idea helped move forward the ideal of female beauty from Twiggy to the models and athletes now portrayed.
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Staunton, VA's Wright's Dairy Rite RulesWright's Dairy Rite in Staunton, VA has been serving the community as the local drive-in restaurant since 1952. Visiting this establishment has been compared to "visiting Happy Days," an apt description.
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Top 50 Cities and Metropolitan Area for Excellence in Hospital Medicare CareFor the first time, HealthGrades recently released a 3-year long study of the top 50 cities for excellence in hospital care, including the names of the hospitals studied.
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Ronald Reagan's Notable ControversiesRonald Reagan was the 40th President of the United States, serving two terms from 1981 to 1989. His two terms were not without significant and divisive controversies to the nation.
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The Historic L&S Diner of Harrisonburg, VAThe L&S Diner of downtown Harrisonburg, VA is the real deal of an agricultural diner. The bright silver chrome and red-detailing is built in the traditional railroad car style and is listed on the "Register of Historic Places."
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Microsoft V. Apple: Why I'll Never Change My PreferenceI've bought and used Apple products - very happily - for 25 years. Don't expect me to bow to the arbitrary rules and dictatorship of Microsoft ever. I'll go back to pen and paper before that happens.
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If the General Public Can Shock Someone's Heart Back to Life, Why Are Computer Social Sites Still Ridiculously Complicated?If the general public can shock someone's heart back to life, why are computer social sites - Facebook mostly excluded - still ridiculously complicated?
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3 Fashion Rules to Save You Cash, Comfort & Closet SpaceThree simple fashion rules can help keep you comfortable, with spare cash, and extra closet space.
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The Best Craft Stores - Expected and Not - in Harrisonburg, VAThe craft stores you patronize depends upon your project, your budget, your timeframe, and your style.
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How a Community College Degree Allowed Me to Earn More Degrees While Still Earning a Good IncomeAn Associate's Degree is useful, either as a terminal degree or a springboard to additional studies. My community college experience was a useful one as far as my future career and earnings. It wasn't "Animal House," but I've had well-paid careers.
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Two Floral Shops for Your Consideration in the Harrisonburg, VA AreaHarrisonburg, VA has two established shops of long-time ownership that represent two ends of the spectrum for your consideration. Check out Blakemore's Flowers and The Artistic Florist to find which one best meets your needs.
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Toned Arms for Sleeveless Tops: Preparing for Spring and Summer FashionHere are three simple exercises to tone your arms in preparation for sleeveless tops and make your waist and hips look smaller. Try them!
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The Melting Pot: Fabulous Fondue for a FortuneThe Melting Pot, a franchise fondue restaurant in nearby Charlottesville, VA is a delicious and unique - but expensive - restaurant choice.
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Let's Keep Our Heads Amidst the Frenzy: The Royal Wedding is DifferentThe upcoming wedding of Prince William and Kate Middleton is quite the frenzied gala already. In a day and time when American weddings are already ridiculously expensive and overboard, let's all keep our heads and remember we're not royalty.
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Mardi Gras - or Fat Tuesday - Celebrations in Harrisonburg, VAA conservative community of primarily Germanic heritage and Anabaptist beliefs is not the place to look for Mardi Gras events.
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Valentine's Day Breakfast Restaurants in Harrisonburg, VAUnless you already have a room at one of the more expensive area inns, your Valentine's breakfast will not emphasize the Valentine holiday. All isn't lost, however. Here are some options to still allow you a cozy and special breakfast.
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Easter, Mother's Day & Other Spring Holiday Gourmet & Culinary Shops Around the Harrisonburg, VA AreaHere are some wonderful places to visit to purchase high end cooking items or delicious items for gifts or your entertaining pantry
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Thrift Stores in & Around Harrisonburg, VA: Recycled Spring Fashion TipsHarrisonburg, VA has a number of thrift stores available to demonstrate your ecological commitment or your thriftiness, or both. Here are a number not to miss:
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Super Bowl HaikuA Super Bowl Haiku as we wait for MLB pitchers and catchers to report.
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Romantic Valentine Dinners in Harrisonburg, VAHarrisonburg, VA has a number of excellent restaurants with the cuisine and décor appropriate for a romantic Valentine's Day dinner.
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The Old-Fashioned Style of Cooking with Cast IronEven what we use to cook with changes with "fashion." Remember Revere Ware? Then the heavy enameled French invasion? Well, I've returned home to my roots with a kitchen full of cast iron skillets and Dutch ovens.
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Grocery Shopping in Harrisonburg, Virginia: Kroger Vs. Food LionThere's one reason to shop at Harrisonburg Food Lion stores: convenience. There are many reasons to shop at Harrisonburg Kroger stores: cheaper prices, better store brands, quality produce, greater product variety.
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Defining the Anterior, Posterior & Medial Deltoids with DumbbellsFree weights or dumbbells emphasize and isolate the deltoid muscles more effectively than machines. Three simple exercises work the anterior, posterior and medial aspects of the muscle.
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Some Unwritten Rules of Gym & Fitness Center EtiquetteFor those new to the gym after resolutions, divorce or doctor's appointments, here are some often unwritten rules to avoid misunderstandings.
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Concussions and Traumatic Head Injuries in Softball PlayersAlthough most of the sports medicine news lately has been about the risks of concussions for football players, these athletes don't hold a monopoly on the risks of the condition.
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Easter, Mother's Day & Other Spring Holiday Gift Baskets in & Around Harrisonburg, VAWith its practical, agricultural background mixed with culinary skills designed to ensure near-obesity, Harrisonburg, VA is a great place to find gift baskets featuring foods and other gifts
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Easter, Mother's Day & Other Spring Holiday Craft Supplies & Items in & Around the Harrisonburg, VA AreaWith its practical, agricultural background mixed with a growing anticipation of the busy Spring season, Harrisonburg, VA is a great place to find merchants selling all manner of craft items.
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Jay-Z: From Just a Rapper to an Iconoclastic VisionaryJay-Z has managed to leave the pack and establish new standards for the rap genre. In doing so, he demonstrates traits that might lead him to have an enormous and lasting influence on the 21st century.
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How the Recession Has Changed My Grocery List and My Grocery ShoppingI didn't realize how much I'd changed my grocery shopping habits until I ran across a bunch of old grocery store receipts. It seems that my household ran entirely on premium, exotic brands and I bought all my personal care items there too.
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Miss Thrift Falls to IPad EnvyThere are a ton of technical reviews on the iPad that are beyond my understanding. Here's a review from an Apple user that concentrates on using the item.
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Why Do Some Social Networking Sites and Blogs Have to Be Complicated?There are tons of legitimate suggestions for increasing reads to one's articles and thus, increasing a writer's income. But how many of these suggestions utilize an insider's vocabulary or a presumption of experience with a subject that many don't have?
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Romantic Valentine Weekend Inns and B&B's in Harrrisonburg, VAHarrisonburg, VA is blessed with a number of wonderful, personal and indulgent B&B's for you to enjoy with your valentine.
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Martin Luther King Jr. Day TimelineThe struggle to coordinate a national agreement for a federal MLK Day holiday began shortly after his assassination in 1968 and took 32 years for all states to officially recognize it in name and as a paid holiday.
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Olay Regenerist Filling + Sealing Wrinkle TreatmentOlay Regenerist Filling + Sealing Wrinkle Treatment, in combination with other Olay facial care products, have made a visible difference in my appearance after just two weeks of use.
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Olay Regenerist Night Resurfacing ElixirOlay Regenerist Night Resurfacing Elixir, in combination with other Olay facial care products, have made a visible and positive difference in the appearance of my facial skin.
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Olay Pro-X Eye Restoration ComplexOlay Pro-X Eye Restoration Complex, in conjunction with other Olay facial care products, have made a significant and visible difference in my appearance.
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Olay Regenerist Reversal Treatment FoamOlay Regenerist Reversal Treatment Foam, in combination with other Olay facial care products, have made a significant and positive difference in my appearance.
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Olay Regenerist Micro-Sculpting SerumOlay Regenerist Micro-Sculpting Serum, in combination with other Olay facial care products, have made a visible difference in my appearance after only a two week use.
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Olay Regenerist Advanced Anti-Aging Micro-Exfoliating Wet Cleansing ClothsOlay Regenerist Advanced Anti-Aging Micro-Exfoliating Wet Cleansing Cloths, in combination with other Olay facial care products, have made a visible difference in my appearance.
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Apple IPhone 4G (32 GB)The iPhone 4G is a marked improvement on the 3G series with multi-tasking abilities, an extraordinary and stunning visual clarity; but more importantly, it has accessibility features that can be a help to us all.
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Staunton VA's Byer's Street Bistro: A ReviewStaunton, VA's Byer's Street Bistro is a nice little restaurant with more potential that it currently demonstrates. First, though, it has to decide what it is.
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A Guide to Harrisonburg, VA Chinese New Year Parades and EventsEthnic Chinese are an extremely small minority here in Harrisonburg, VA. Too small, apparently, to induce or encourage a multicultural celebration of this wonderful holiday.
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The 5 Worst Valentine's Day Gifts for BoyfriendsMany gifts carry unspoken assumptions of commitment that must be avoided when exchanging gifts in a new relationship. Further, other gifts are outright insulting as they attempt to change the person you're with or their habits. Here are five.
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A Short History of the Virginia LotteryThe Virginia Lottery has been around since 1988 when it began with scratch tickets. Now, almost a quarter of a century later, it's a billion-dollar industry of eight games, funding the state's education system, K-12.
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Best places to watch the NFL Playoffs in Harrisonburg, VASo you're looking for a sports bar to watch the NFL playoffs off in the Harrisonburg, VA area? Relax, we have a variety for your amusement.
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First Person: Shaky Job Market Means Five Part-Time JobsFirst Person: My Jobs & My Money, 2010 to 2011
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The Non-Event of a December Film Festival, Movie Opening, or Opening Party in Harrisonburg, VAHarrisonburg is simply not a film or movie town. My best advice to film enthusiasts is to head east to Richmond for a weekend, or north to Washington, DC. The art form does exist. Just not here.
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Issues for Virginia to Tackle in 2011From what has made news across the state in 2010, we can project what will become the larger stories for Governor Bob McDonnell to tackle in 2011.
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Quote Roundup: Harrisonburg, Va., Residents Pessimistic About 2011Harrisonburg, VA is hardly optimistic regarding the upcoming year - at least regarding to the people who chose to share their opinions with me recently.
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A Movie-Based New Year's Eve Celebration in Harrisonburg, VirginiaIn most communities, especially college towns, there are many options for movie events for New Year's Eve. Unfortunately, Harrisonburg, VA strikes out in all options but personal events in your own den.
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How to Correct an Erroneous Medical BillMedical bill errors happen. The simple transposition of numbers by a medical coder can change your operation. An equipment billing label can be attached to the wrong chart. Or someone was watching YouTube instead of transcribing your treatment notes.
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Old "Church" CookbooksThe women of many church congregations used to use their recipes in a collected cookbook for fundraising. Lucky for us copies are still around to teach us how to cook.
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Lucky Foods for New Year's DayLucky Foods for New Year's Day have been a part of many, many cultures throughout the centuries. Lucky for you too, if you don't like black-eyed peas, other lucky foods are said to include grapes and cakes.Also published on:
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Kate's Ladies-in-Waiting: Personal Choices or Professional Ones?Should Kate Middleton choose her sister Pippa to fulfill a formal Royal role or, perhaps, more wisely choose a professional for these positions?
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Quote Roundup: New Year's Resolutions in Central VirginiaNew Year's Resolutions can be serious or lighthearted as these quotes from Central Virginia residents indicate.
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Wacky New Year's Resolutions Gone BadNew Year's Eve Resolutions can be earnest or flippant, serious or humorous. But somehow, more than a few of them end up wrong.Also published on:
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Romantic Weekend Inns and B&B's in Harrrisonburg, VAHarrisonburg, VA - while known to be a bit strait-laced and conservative - breaks bad with number of premium, romantic inns and B&B's for couples.
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What is Tinnitus & How Can it Be Treated?Tinnitus, or ringing in one's ears, can be either a harmless distraction or the symptom of a more serious disorder. See your otolaryngologist or your Ear, Nose & Throat doctor to find out more information.
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Secrets of a Fitness GuruThere are two or three mindset changes that can help you enjoy your workouts more and continue throughout your life. Fitness can exist past 25, I promise.
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The Harrisonburg-Rockingham Free Clinic of Harrisonburg, VAThe Harrisonburg-Rockingham Free Clinic of Harrisonburg, VA serves the uninsured: those too poor to afford to purchase private insurance, those too young to qualify for Medicare benefits, and those too "rich" to qualify for Medicaid.
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Dog Parks in Harrisonburg, VAAgricultural communities that have working dogs rarely have parks for canines to play in. It makes sense, but it's a tough stretch for anyone familiar with Portland, Oregon to understand.
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Acute & Chronic SinusitisSinusitis affects about 37 million people each year. Here are some tips to avoid being one of them.
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Artisans' Hope of Harrisonburg, VAArtisans' Hope is a fair trade shop based upon, among other principles, those of sustainability and the use of recycled materials as much as possible. Located near Eastern Mennonite University, it's a treasure trove of unique items.
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Fan trash talk: Why Virginia Tech will lose to Stanford in the Orange BowlI despise Virginia Tech, the Virginia Tech Hokies, their nauseating team colors, and and even their emasculated mascot. All dirt roads - and all Hampton Roads' thugs - lead to Blacksburg. The Orange Bowl? The Stanford Cardinal will prevail.
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Quotes Roundup: The Long-Term Unemployed in Central VirginiaCentral Virginia, along with the rest of the country, has suffered with long-term and chronic unemployment and citizens have struggled to find work again.
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The "Ages" of a Christmas DinnerChristmas dinners don't have to be huge, noisy family affairs to be "Christmas Dinner." Quiet, simplified ones count too. Whatever the "age" of your dinner celebration and the involvement - or not - of family, you can still count your blessings.
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Moonshine: Franklin County, Virginia's ElixirFranklin County, VA, just down US Rt. 220 from Roanoke is so well associated with moonshine as to known as the "capital" of the product.
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Visitor's guide to the Orange BowlFor those of us enduring cold and winter at this time of the year, our favorite team's invitation to the Orange Bowl is not only the fitting end of a winning season, it's a chance to get warm!
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Harrisonburg, Virginia Local Cinema and Film Club FAILThose of us with fond memories of hitting ratty cinemas for indie and cult movies while in college are searching for the current phenomenon in today's population. It's not happening. Those movies are watched on smartphones, dude.
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3 Varied Independent Lunch Buffets to Graze from in Harrisonburg, VirginiaHarrisonburg is a buffet-friendly city. If you're from out of town and accompanied by a busload or two of hungry student athletes, here are some ideas of how to feed the herd.
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First Person: Pearl Harbor Memories of a Family of Japanese DescentMy family is Japanese American. My father and my uncle, both just country boys from rural southwest Virginia, joined up after Pearl Harbor to prove they were American and somehow excise their late father.Also published on:
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China Star Chinese Carry Out/Delivery RestaurantChina Star Carry Out/Delivery Chinese Restaurant of Harrisonburg, VA is a treat: delicious food, a reasonable price, quality service.
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Hypothroidism: My Life in Very Slow MotionHypothyroidism, low hormone production by the thyroid gland, can make you feel like and imitate a sloth. Easily identifiable and treatable, here are some symptoms.
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50,000 Cases Per Year & Teens Have the Highest Rate of InfectionWith 50,000 new cases per year, the HIV epidemic continues at the same rate of infection as it did 10 years ago. The highest rate of infection are among teens. What's wrong and why?
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My top 10 baseball booksDifficult to cull down to a list of 10, here are the baseball books I believe to have influenced how the game is watched or played and whether it has established a new genre within the field.
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First Person: On World AIDS Day, Recalling the Courtly 'Mr. B'HIV & AIDs diagnoses come in all packages and sizes. Some will surprise you.
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Great Brunch Restaurants for Harrisonburg, VABrunch - depending upon your culture - can either be a relaxed meal after sleeping in or a decadence that indicates you didn't rise in time for morning chores, much less breakfast. Here are three choices if you're in need of such a luxury:
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Midnight Movies Missing in Harrisonburg, VADespite the large student population, midnight movies are a rarity in the Harrisonburg, VA area. Why?
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Does Uncle Sam Owe You Money?Does Uncle Sam owe you money? Perhaps so, for by its own admission the Federal government is holding almost $165 million owed to over 111,000 taxpayers in undeliverable or undelivered tax refunds. How do you find out if you're one of these taxpayers?
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How to Clean Green & Where to Purchase Green Cleaners in Harrisonburg, VAHarrisonburg, VA offers both retail sources for green cleaning materials as well as companies that offer green cleaning services for your home and wardrobe. Here's how to find them:
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The Apparel DietThe Apparel Diet or The Clothing Diet as it is known is the newest version of "less is more." Upper class women with more time and money than sense now have to "support" each other not to buy so much. Please!
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A Guide to Winter Farm-Fresh Food & Farmer's Markets in and Around Harrisonburg, VARegional Farmer's Markets continue to provide local, winter farm-fresh food in and about the Harrisonburg, VA area.
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A Personal Trendy Outfit for 2011Here's my personal trendy outfit for 2011 designed for those unexpected 6 AM telephone calls to substitute teach: relaxed professional, machine washable, and comfortable. Read on to find out more.
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My Favorite Kids' Commercials From the '70sMy favorite kids' commercials from the 1970s range from dog food to a public service announcement. They all had a hook - visual or verbal - that makes us remember them still.
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"Timesavers" From HellTimesavers and convenience products, touted to save us all so much time, are often hogwash and require twice as much time as whatever we had in the first place.
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Live to Win! My Workout RoutineMy workout routine encompasses weightlifting, yoga, core/abdominal work, and cardiovascular work all designed to keep me toned, flexible and SANE.
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10 Passive-Aggressive Parental BehaviorsPassive-aggressive behavior is a pattern of indirectly expressing one's feeling, often in manipulative and hostile ways. This type of behavior can be particularly brutal when practiced by a parent. See why.
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Women's Day Wear Fashion for Spring 2011Women's Day Wear for Spring 2011 is oddly contradictory: tailored, yet gauzy; clean and sleek, yet gypsy; unmatched patterns, yet a penchant for just white. Keep reading and looking. A common denominator will become apparent soon.
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Women's Ski & Snowboard Fashion Wear for Winter 2010 Through Spring 2011There are lots of new things happening to women's fashion on the slopes - brighter colors, more feminine touches, eco-wear, and more. Read on to find out the details:
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Spring 2011 Women's Evening WearSpring 2011 Women's Evening Wear trends all seem to have in common a flirtyness to them with either the cut of the fabric, the placement of the slit, or the gauziness of the fabric to suggestion a revealing flash or two.
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10 Things to Do to Get Your Kid to Grow Up to Become a DoctorWant a doctor in the family? Think your kid can get through medical school since he can't field a pop up? Here's some recommendations to smooth the way.
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My Top 3 Personal Fashion New Year's ResolutionsEveryone makes New Year's Resolutions, this year focus on your apparel or your cluttered closet. Like these....
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Where to find college basketball gear and equipment in Harrisonburg, VAYou can find and purchase quality basketball gear and equipment from a variety of sources here in Harrisonburg . Local firms, regional, or national businesses all have representatives in the area and are easy to work with.
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Sick? Stay Home from Work!Coming into work or school obviously sick is rude and irresponsible. Stay home and take care of yourself.
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My Secrets for Saving $15K with Limited Incomes in a Terrible EconomyWhen the economic downturn first began years ago, I began a savings program under unlikely conditions that ultimately resulted in a $15,000 nest egg.
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How to Apply to Be a Substitute Teacher in the Lovingston, VA Area and Nelson CountySubstitute teaching in Nelson County, VA can provide flexible part-time employment within its two elementary school, one middle school and one high school.
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How Do I Change My Diet When I Don't like Vegetables?Our food preferences as adults are hard to change, but they're not set in stone.
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Tips, Sites for Viewing the Leonid Meteor Showers Near Harrisonburg, VirginiaNow is the time for the annual Leonid Meteor Shower and we are hoping for a splendid display this year. Here are some prime choices from which to view the spectacle taking place from November 13th to November 16th.
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First Person: Raging Nicotine Addict Quits Smoking, Saves $4,500 Over Six MonthsQuitting smoking is really hard. But so is dying of lung cancer. And quitting is actually doable with the many aids in place that are available now.
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Life Before Unrelenting & All Pervasive TechnologyYeah, it's hard to believe that people once got 2 or 3 channels on their TV, there was one telephone that was shared by an entire family, and no one even dreamed of their own computer. We didn't miss as much as we think.
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"The Joy of Cooking" Beats Slinging HashMy mother hated to cook. Some family member aptly joked at her mid-November funeral service last year that she had timed her death to avoid another Thanksgiving Dinner. How does this compare to Ayurvedic cooking?
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My 10 Favorite Books to Read to KidsHere are 10 of my favorite books to read to children. Many were my favorite books as a child myself. It's wonderful to pass along a favorite to a generation or two.
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The Duggars Await Their 20th BabyThe Duggars, a Christian family of 19 from Arkansas, believe in having as many children as God blesses them with based on their pro-life stance. Unfortunately, they misunderstood the medical info that came with the Pill.
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The Practices of Hunting Hills Family Dentistry and Crandall & Katt of Roanoke, VAClient and patient beware. Insist on everything, absolutely everything in writing if you're dealing with either of these two practices. Unfortunately, you can't just relax and attend to your difficulties.
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3 Cheap or Inexpensive Christmas Dinner RecipesHere are three easy, delicious and low-cost dishes for your Christmas or holiday dinner that don't require a fully staffed kitchen - or your monthly food budget.
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3 Cheap or Inexpensive Thanksgiving Dinner RecipesHere are three easy, delicious and low-cost dishes for your Thanksgiving dinner that don't require a fully staffed kitchen - or your monthly food budget.
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Gourmet & Culinary Shops to Consider for Your Black Friday Shopping in Central VirginiaGourmet and culinary shops to consider for your Black Friday shopping are available in both Charlottesville, VA and Dayton, VA to fill all your gift needs - from high gourmet to low country!
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A Thanksgiving Breakfast: Pumpkin Pancakes and Turkey BaconHere's a delightful little Thanksgiving breakfast or brunch recipe for family and friends that includes the flavors of the season: pumpkin and turkey. Enjoy!
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The Many Types of Endoscopy StudiesEndoscopic studies such as a colonoscopy, and upper GI endoscopy, and other forms of evaluation allow physicians to observe, biopsy and diagnose without invasive surgery.
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Quote roundup: 'Obama bit off more than he could chew'Virginia voters are for the most part satisfied with the election results of 2010. Now they look for a shift in power away from President Obama and the Democratic party.
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I'm Mad as Hell & I'm Not Going to Take it AnymoreBaseball manager meltdowns, like those that Bobby Cox is so proficient at, can be useful tools for dealing with frustration, stupidity, incompetence, and bureaucracy.
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7 Great Christmas Gifts for Car & Auto EnthusiastsHere are some Christmas gift ideas for the car enthusiast in your life that won't break your holiday budget.
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The 5 Worst Holiday or Christmas Gifts for GrandparentsShopping for grandparents is hard. They seem to have most everything they need or won't tell you what they'd like. But there are some truly awful gifts out there you might fall for and this article will tell you how to avoid them.
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The 5 Worst Holiday or Christmas Gifts for BoyfriendsShopping for boyfriends is hard. You don't know them well, the symbolism of the gift might be embarrassing or presumptive or even insulting. Here are some awful ones to avoid:
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The 5 Worst Holiday or Christmas Gifts for HusbandsIt's easy to buy the perfect gift for your husband. After all, he's been casually mentioning the item daily, pointing it out at every store and even tearing out advertisements to place on your dinner plate. But awful gifts? That takes some work.
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Black Friday Craft Supplies & Items in & Around the Harrisonburg, VA AreaHarrisonburg, VA's agricultural background and proximity to multiple farmers markets ensures that you'll have almost unlimited choices in your choice of materials and supplies for your holiday craft projects.
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Black Friday Food Gift Basket Shopping in and Around Harrisonburg, VAHarrisonburg, VA's agricultural background and proximity to multiple farmers markets ensures that you'll have unlimited choices in what type of food gift baskets to purchase as holiday gifts for friends and family.
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Gym Hours & Closures During the Holidays in the Harrisonburg, VA AreaAt the time of the year when we are most likely to overeat - the Thanksgiving Day and Christmas holidays - area fitness centers are closing so their employees can celebrate with their families.
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After 2012 midterm, it's still about the economy, stupidThe elections are over. And now the work of trying to rebuilt our country begins again. Do we even know what we're looking to accomplish?
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Top 10 Eco-Friendly Green Toys for KidsThe new top 10 eco-friendly green toys for kids aren't just recyclable. Many are made of recycled material, organic material, or all natural material.
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Why TV Hospitals, Doctors and Nurse Aren't Remotely RealisticThere isn't a TV hospital, doctor or nurse that is in the least bit realistic, not even the esteemed Dr. House. Here are some reasons why.
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Will Baseball Player Profiles Help my Son Get Noticed by College Coaches?Those baseball Player Profile companies try to sell the attention of college coaches. They don't work. Try a well-known camp and have your son write personal letters to schools of interest. Cheaper? Yes. More Effective? You Bet!
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The Challenge of Substitute TeachingSubstitute teaching is challenging. Heck, getting your own 6-year old to pay attention to you is challenging. Imagine 20 strangers' 6-year olds and you have an idea of what it's like to sub.
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Francesco's Ristorante Italiano in Harrisonburg, VAFrancesco's Ristorante Italiano in Harrisonburg, VA manages to be a good Italian restaurant with good food and service, and reasonable prices despite being almost adjacent to a university.