Amanda Baker
An upcoming novelist, Amanda writes a wide variety of tales to both excite and frighten when she's not hard at work as a data entry and billing manager for a local home health company.
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Home Health Care Providers: How to Choose the Right OneThe thought of putting our parents in a nursing home can be heartbreaking, and for some, unnecessary. For some of our aging parents, the introduction of a home health care provder could put an end to nursing home fears.
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Your Wedding and the Web: An Introduction to Wedding WebsitesEverything is online these days. People meet, date, and fall in love online. Why shouldn't all the info about their wedding be online too? Wedding websites are fast becoming a booming business!
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A Mistake-Proof Wedding Made EasyNo wedding is completely mistake-proof, but there are little mistakes and then there are mistakes that have people talking for years to come. With proper preparation, there are ways to keep big mistakes from ruining your big day!
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Renew Those Vows!Renewing your wedding vows is often something that many people believe is best left to couples that have been married for many years. But if you didn't get to say the vows you want the first time around, why not renew them now? It's never too early!
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The Facts About Wedding RegistriesDuring my time as a bridal consultant, I was often asked questions regarding setting up registries. It's supposed to be easy. But anyone who has ever tried to set up a registry knows that it's not as easy as one may think.
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Cut the Cost of Your Dream Wedding: Tips to Save Money on Your Big DayWeddings are expensive, but the wedding budget isn't always as flexible. For couples looking to get married, it can be a real strain and potentially put them into debt as a couple right away. There are many tips to save you money for the day.
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Monogram Your WeddingWhen thinking about the theme for your wedding, have you thought about incorporating a monogram? Actually, one of the greatest new trends in weddings is to include the couple's new monogram into the wedding in some way.
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Make Wedding Planning a Couple's JobHe bought the ring, and now he's home free while you stress over every little detail? Actually, you might be surprised that many men are interested in helping out their brides-to-be, but have no idea how to help out. Here are some things he can do.
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Steps to Creating that Beautiful Bridal Glow on Wedding DayFor some brides, the perfect look just comes easily. Majority of brides, however, have to work for that perfect look and it's not as easy as one could hope! With a few important tips to remember, even you can be the fashion doll you're supposed to be.
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Increase Your Party Plan Sales: Throw Theme Parties!For some people, party plan representatives can be pushy and annoying, and it makes it harder for the rep to make sales. Luckily, party plan reps have one of the best tricks up their sleeves and they don't even know it!
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Pet Allergies? Try a Hypoallergenic Dog!An estimated 10% of the population suffers from pet allergies, caused by pet dander. For pet lovers, this is really cruel and the thought of not being able to own a pet can be heartbreaking. Luckily, for dog lovers, there's a solution.
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Ending Summer in Style...With A Hawaiian Luau!Summer's at an end and while we're looking to enjoy the end of the warm weather while it lasts, many people are looking to host an 'end of summer' bash. What better way to do this than with a party that represents the epitome of summer parties- luaus?
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A Birthday Party Worthy of a Hero: Planning a Superman PartySuperman has been one of the world's most beloved superheroes. Now, with the release of Superman Returns making big buzz, more children than ever are asking parents to incorporate the Man of Steel into their birthday celebrations. Do it with style!
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Creating a Unique Wedding: Choose a Different Time of DayAll we ever hear is how people have no time to do things. This is especially true when discussing weddings. But sometimes, the solution to everyone's time constraints is simply a change in time, giving couples a unique wedding that everyone can attend.
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Popping the Question in Style: Creating a Unique Marriage ProposalEvery guy wants to be "that" guy - the guy who completely blew his girlfriend away with the proposal of a lifetime. So before you get down on one knee and blurt out the question before your nerves consume you, consider some of these ideas.
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Is that a Sinus Headache...or Is it Really a Migraine?Out of every thirty people that suffer from sinus headaches, only one is truly suffering from a sinus headache. The other twenty-nine? A migraine. How do you know which type of headache yours really is?
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A Look at Why Above-ground Pools Are a Better Buy Than In-ground PoolsWith summer upon us, many people are looking to add a pool to their homes. But before you go calling about an in-ground pool, consider the factors that make an above-ground pool a better buy!
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Saving Money: Cutting Swimming Pool Pump Energy CostsSwimming pools can increase energy costs in summer. Because of this, people refuse to buy pools, but what they don't know is that there's something they can do to cut their energy costs and still enjoy to summer fun!
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Year-Round Energy Saving Tricks for Your KitchenThe kitchen is the most-used room in your house. Whether summer or winter, there are a lot of ways that you can save energy in your kitchen, cutting down high electric bills.
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Destination Weddings: An OverviewOne of the hottest wedding trends today is destination weddings. But before you head off to your island paradise, you need to consider a few very important things!
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Eloping: An OverviewThough once considered a last resort, eloping has become one of the more popular ways to get married today. It creates an intimate ceremony that is as unique as the couple.
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Back to School Shopping TipsBack-to-school shopping can be brutal on your budget. But with a few easy tips and tricks, shopping for the upcoming school year can be a breeze!
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Saving Money at the Vet by Altering Your Dog's DietMany of a pet's chronic ailments are often caused by nutritional deficiencies. Many holistic vets believe that a pet's health can improve greatly simply by improving their diet.
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Is Your Pet Flea-Free?One of the common problems people have with their pets are fleas. Those pesky parasites are everywhere, and they can cause problems if not taken care of. But did you know that some things that you use to treat the flea problem on your pet can do harm?
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Work at Home Moms: Your Kids Can Be the Best Employees You Ever HadThe benefits of being a work-at-home parent can often outweigh the drawbacks. However, there are some days when being at home with your active children can prove to be a difficult task.
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How to Be the Not-So-Wicked StepmotherFor any woman, getting married comes with a brand new set of challenges. Those challenges double in size when the man you marry has children from a previous relationship.
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Things to Remember When Adjusting to StepfamiliesStepfamilies have the difficult task of integrating all the new members into a working unit and adjusting to all the new boundaries and rules. While it can be challenging, there are ways to have a successful transition.
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Adjusting to the Single-Parent LifeA divorce is never easy, especially when there are children involved. One of the most difficult tasks a newly divorced parent has to face is that new role of becoming a single parent.
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How to Create More Open Communication With Your KidsWe all love our children and want to do what's best for them. The pressures of day-to-day life, however, can create stress and distraction that makes it difficult to communicate with our children as we should.
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Teen Friendships and Love: Which Is More Important?Most people hear the word "relationship" and instantly equate it to a love or even a sexual relationship. Add "teen" to the word and it's automatically assumed to mean sexual. But what should be more important: friendship or love?
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Writing the Perfect Online Personal AdWhen you consider that you have only minutes to impress someone and stand out from the rest of the crowd in the online dating scene, don't you think you should spend more than just five or ten minutes on your online profile?
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Putting Online Dating Myths to RestDebunking some common myths is important in this day and age, as more and more people turn to the internet for everything - including meeting the potential love of their life.
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Cyber Bullying: What Parents Should Know About This Scary TrendOnce upon a time, bullying was a playground thing. Schoolyard insults, pushing and shoving expanded to the middle and high school stages with whispers and darker insults. Now, online bullies prey on children and teens even in their own bedrooms.
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Lessons for Parents on Children and MoneyAs our children grow, we teach them about topics such as sharing, acceptable behavior, proper hygiene, and safety - even good work and study habits. But seldom do we teach them enough about money.
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Using Separation Agreements in DivorceIn these days of high divorce rates, so many people would love to keep their marriage together forever. However, when marriages begin to fall apart, divorces can often be extremely messy. That's where separation agreements come in.
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Tips and Tricks for Defeating Writer's BlockWriter's block, once it's bitten a writer, sinks its teeth in and begins to work its way into your mind. If you don't defeat it immediately, it can be around for quite some time and leave you frustrated. You have to stop it immediately!
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Making Me Time for MomMoms are extremely busy these days - and that's just by being a mom! They forget to take time out just for themselves. Rest and relaxation are two things that moms desperately need.
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How to Host a Great Dessert PartyDinner parties are a hot trend and a great way to get together with your friends. But do you and your friends have a serious sweet tooth? Consider hosting a fabulous dessert party instead.
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Planning a Baby Shower for Adopting ParentsBaby showers for expecting parents are commonplace, but what about for adopting parents? An adoption baby shower is so much more than acceptable - it's encouraged!
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Uncovering the Secret Code of Roses and the Meaning of Rose ColorsRoses have been a symbol of love in all of its forms since the Victorian era. But did you know that roses have a secret "code" hidden within their colors?
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Maid of Honor Responsibilities - From Bachelorette Party to Wedding DayThe Maid of Honor has a range of responsibilities, from hosting the bachelorette party to being the bride's right hand on her wedding day.
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Deciding Whether to Register for Wedding GiftsRegistering for wedding gifts is a great way to get items that you and your loved one need or want for your first home together. But how should you register? Should you register at all?
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Great Reasons to Marry in Las VegasGetting married in Las Vegas is a great option for people looking to save money, but that's not the only reason to get married in the city. There are a ton of really great reasons to get married in Las Vegas, from Elvis to the inexpensive costs.
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Preparing Your Car for WinterThat winter wonderland that we hear about in song can wreak havoc on your car. It's always best to be prepared, so there are several things to look out for when "winterizing" your car.
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Tips and Tricks for Morning SicknessMorning sickness affects anywhere from fifty to ninety percent of pregnant women, and can occur any time of the day. Though not all cures work for every woman, here are a few things to try.
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A Look at the MaxSight Performance Enhancing Contact LensesAthletes can now wear their favorite athletic brand on their eyes as Nike has teamed up with Bausch & Lomb to create a new series of performance-enhancing contact lenses for athletic activity. -
Tips and Tricks for Changing Your Hair ColorColoring your hair is one of the most dramatic changes a person could make to their appearance. With all of the options available these days, changing your hair color is the best way to refresh your look - and is usually relatively inexpensive.
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Cutting that Wedding StressPlanning a wedding can be seriously stressful, and that stress can take its toll on a bride to be. Reducing that stress is crucial and there are tips and tricks for a bride to be to take in order to reduce that stress.
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Saving Money on that Dream Wedding DressIt can be extremely difficult to find your dream wedding dress at a price that won't turn into a nightmare. But there is hope - there are ways to find that dream wedding dress (or a close second) at a dream price!
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The Fantastic Four Fan-FriendlyDespite previous negative reviews, the Fantastic Four is entertaining and enjoyable. The characters are likeable, reluctant superheroes that are a refreshing change of pace in the comic book turned live-action film world.
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Turning Ritalin into a Recreational DrugFor approximately 2.5 million children with ADD/ADHD, the prescription drug Ritalin is said to be helpful, even though it has been something of a controversial topic over the years. Now, the prescription is being used by teenagers as a recreational drug. -
Yorkshire Terrier: Is This Tiny Breed Right for You?If you're looking for a dog that's big on love and affection and short on space, there is no better breed than the Yorkshire Terrier. Here are some
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A Peek into UPN's The Bad Girl's GuideThe Bad Girl's Guide on UPN is a comedy for the bad girl in all of us. Funny, sassy, and oh-so-sexy, it delivers a hilarious look inside the lives of women playing by their own rules.