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Atlanta Spring FestivalsDo you want to get outside and enjoy the spring weather in Atlanta this weekend? Here are some events for you to consider. -
Biltmore Estates and WineryStep back in time at the Biltmore. Ashville, NC is a quick weekend getaway from Atlanta and well worth the trip. Here are some places to stay and things to do when you visit.
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The Jekyll Island Club HotelWant a beach get-away from Atlanta. Try the Golden Isles of Georgia. The Jekyll Island Club Hotel is worth a visit.
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A Quick Weekend Get-Away to Helen, Georgia from AtlantaWant a fun weekend get-away from Atlanta. Head north to Helen, Georgia.
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Destin, Florida and the Emerald Coast-A Great Weekend Get-away from AtlantaI can hardly wait until the Sandestin Wine Festival April 26-29 at Baytown Warf. We will be staying in Destin, Florida. -
How I Started My Small Business, Platinum Investment Advisors, Inc.Have you ever thought about starting your own small business? Here are some important items to remember before striking out on your own. This is a first person account of how I started my own small business.
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Finding the Fountain of Youth Right in Atlanta — RestylaneA first person account of Restylane Injections.
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'The Hunger Games' - a First Person Review of the Box Office Smash HitThis is a first person account of the 'Hunger Games' Movie. I would highly recommend the movie to anyone. As always it would be better to read the book first but I have had no time to do this.
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Fight Wrinkles and Get Flawless SkinA first person account of getting and keeping flawless looking skin well into your 40's and 50's.
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Fish Thyme-AcworthFresh seafood in Atlanta. Chef Steven Dudley does it again with Fish Thyme in Acworth. He adds to his successful suite of restaurants. We love Caper's but Fish Thyme is a whole new twist on fresh seafood.
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Spring Has Sprung in AtlantaWant to get out and enjoy the dogwoods? This is your where to go and what to do in spring in Atlanta.
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'Dr. Oz' Covers HCG Shots for a Second Time"Dr. Oz" covers the controversial HCG diet with a panel of experts. What were his findings? -
How to Holiday Shop for Almost No MoneyDo you stress out during December trying to get everything done at the last minute for the holiday season?
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New Year's Eve in AtlantaDo you have your New Year''s Eve plans in place? Here are some fun ideas for you if you still need a plan. -
Could Your Job Be Making You Sick?Have you called in to work to take a "mental health" day? Do you dread Mondays? Your job may be the culprit.
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Is Acai Berry Safe?Have you started taking the acai berry either in supplement form or in berry form as an antioxidant? Have your heard claims of weight loss with the berry? -
Where to Go in Atlanta for Great Bagels and DeliHave you tried bagels in Atlanta? What are your favorite places to grab a bagel and coffee? Here are some that have been around for years but are still a delight. -
Why Ebay is a Huge Scam for SellersHave you bought or sold items using ebays online auction site? Have you ever had a bad experience with them?
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Toxic Personality DisordersYou know the old saying “life is too short for cheap wine?” Well life is also too short for toxic people in your life. -
Chasing DolphinsHave you ever wanted to visit a place where you have complete solitude? How about an island with no bridge back to the mainland. Where you can ride a horse on the beach and chaise dolphins along the shore.
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Entertaining for the Bowl GamesAre you entertaining for the bowl games this football season? Here are some great party ideas for you.
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Toxic BossesHave you ever had a bad boss? Here are some signs that you may be working for one right now.
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College Football Game Day MemoriesWhat are the memorable moments in college football history? Maybe even as far back as your childhood like mine. The year was 1982 and UGA was going to it's 3rd Sugar Bowl. Here we are again in Bowl Season.
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The Glass Really is Half FullUsing positive affirmations and prayer to re-wire your brain and fight depression. Using positive affirmations and prayer to help you achieve your long term goals. This article skims the surface of how being positve can change your life.
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Skiing in Park City, UtahAre you planning a ski trip with your family and friends this year? One of my personal favorite ski towns is Park City, Utah a short drive from the airport in Salt Lake City.
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Black Friday Shopping is Truely the Nightmare Before ChristmasDid you go out to try and get some Black Friday shopping deals? So did I for my first time ever. Here is the result of my experience.
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Top Five Personal Health New Year’s Resolutions:Have you already thought about your New Year's Resolution? Each December 31st and January 1st one in three Americans resolves to better themselves. Here is a first person account of my plans for 2012
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Going Green for My New Year’s ResolutionDo you want to start living a more "GREEN" lifestyle? Going green is a huge catch word in todays dialogue. What is it? How can you do your part?
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Winter Farm Fresh Food in AtlantaBuying organic and local never got easier than it is today in Atlanta. This article gets you started on buying locally grown fruits and vegetables from farmers in your area.
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My biggest decorating mistakesHave you ever made a decorating mistake to your home? Learn to take a professional approach to designing your home. Learn from my mistakes and have the home you always dreamed of.
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Gary Giordano-Suspect in the Missing Lady Robyn Gardner in ArubaGary Giordano-Suspect in the missing lady Robyn Gardner in Aruba. Does he have an insurable interest in the woman he went on vacation with? How many other times has he purchased travel insurance? He claimed he does this all the time on every trip.
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Christmas in AtlantaAre you visiting Atlanta for the Christmas Holiday Season? Get out there now and see all there is to offer. We have arts, culture, christmas lights, santa and tree's. Atlanta has everything to offer for a magical holiday season.
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"It's the Most Wonderful Time of the Year"---Christmas Childhood MemoriesWhat do you remember most about the Christmas Holiday as a child? Do you have special memories or traditions that you do with your family that are unique? This is a brief memory of traditions of a family and a holiday.
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Where Did the Middle Class Go?Did the bubble decimate and destroy America's middle class society? Can we rebuild our middle class? why is it even necessary to have a middle class. This article just skims the surface of some of todays economic issues.
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Money and Happiness: Your Happiness QuotientAre you happy? Is your happienss tied to money? How much money do you need in your life to reach your maximum level of happiness? Think about money and happiness and how they are connected.
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A Family Vacation in LebanonThe year was 1999 and 7 of my family members traveled to Beruit, Lebanon. Here is our photo journey of the wonders in this small middle eastern country. Please also take a look at my article if you want more information on the country.
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Venice Italy 2003How I went to Italy for seven days in 2003 and had breakfast and lunch in the hotel covered for $550.00. Air fare included via Lufthansa. Take a look at our amazing journey.
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A Family Vacation in LebanonVacationing in an unexpected place. Have you ever wanted to go to Cuba, China, or the Middle East? Now may be your opportunity to do something different. This is our families travel experience in a small country in the middle east.
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Who, What, When, Where-----Atlanta in DecemberWhat is going on for the month of December in Atlanta? A ton of places and events to go with your friends and family for the holiday season.
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Why Niche Blogging is the Way of the FutureDo you want to write, start a blog site or just search out topics you are interested in? Get involved with niche blogging.
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Venice Italy-----On the CheapOur vacation to Venice, Italy for $550 flight included. Go to Italy, see Venice and soak up the magical city.
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Extreme CouponingDo you want to get the items you use everyday for free? Do you like saving a ton of money on your grocery bill? Get started now. Welcome to the world of "Extreme Couponing"
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Deer Valley Resort--Your Winter PlaygroundAre you heading out for a ski vacation? Take advantage of one of the worlds first class resorts rated five stars and at the top by ski magazine for five consecutive years. It is the playground of the rich and famous.
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Becoming a Six Figure FreelancerWhat is your passion? Build a life and an extroidinarily high income around your passion. Become a worldclass writer, blogger, or novelist.
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From Picasso--To--- Warhol at the High Museum of Art------AtlantaOnce a year we are truely blessed to get a collection of America's finest paintings. It is here and worth the trip downtown. Visit High.org for more info.
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The World’s Most Expensive Breed of DogThe world's highest price dog breed. Where are they? Which ones are they and why would you want one?
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How to Be a Self Promoter, Be Dependable, Be Engaging and Represent Yourself WellHow to be a Self Promoter, be dependable, be engaging and represent yourself well. Self Marketing, Personal Branding and Self Promotion. Take a look at some quick tips.
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Lose a Pound of Fat Each Day—My Favorite Fad Diets and Why They Still Work GreatThis article reviews some of the old favorites and new favorites of the fad diet game. HCG--Diet is in now, but tomorrow we will have the 21 Day Detox. Learn what is quick and which one will work for you.
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Bad Customer Service---A Customers PerspectiveBad Customer Service---A Customers Perspective. Please read this article and laugh. It is an Op/Ed piece that is meant to be funny about some of my recent customer service experiences with corporations that I do business with.
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Look at Greece and Then Look in the Mirror---This Could Be the Face of America’s FutureThis is an opinion and editorial piece on the rioting in Greece and how it could happen here in the USA. The two nations are not so far apart when it comes to spending and austerity measures.
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Sundance Film Festival---2010 and 2011. Memories that Last a Life TimeSundance Film Festival---2010 and 2011. Memories that last a life time. Here is our photo journey. Six Friends an annual tradition.
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So You Want to Be a MillionaireSo you want to be a millionaire? No this is not a gameshow. These are some helpful hints to get you on your way to becoming a real millionaire and join the ranks of America's most wealthy.
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Wrinkle Free Fabulous Skin---Mederma and StiVectin-SD. Which One or Both? Do They Work?Want No Wrinkles, No Discolorations from Acne Scars, Flawless Skin? Try Mederma Stretch Mark Therapy and Sti Vectin-SD—Ultra Concentrated Stretch Mark Formula
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I Want to Become a Self Sustainable Urban Farmer, but I Am so Busy I Can’t Even Find My Car KeysHave you ever wanted to grow your own vegetables and fruit or herbs to enhance your meals? Here is how you can get started even if you live in a small apartment or house.
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So We Are Getting Involved in Another War-----UgandaDo you advocate isolationism? No neither do I but we have 9.4% unemployment, why are we getting involved in Libya, Pakistan, Somalia, Uganda, and Afghanistan?
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Are You Hungry to Lose Weight NOW, Before the Holidays?Are you hungry to lose weight NOW, before the holidays? Here are a few simple tricks to help you along and some stories of fad diets that are a very hard way to go.
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How to Decorate Your Home like an ExpertDecorate your house like a professional. Find your personal style, save money and have fun designing your home.
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Tiger Woods---Give Me Some "Tiger Drama"--Give Me More "Baby Mama Drama"Three weeks into his return to professional golf, Tiger Woods gets his first endorsment deal of the year. What can we expect next from the golfer with a checkered past?
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Your Career---Toughen Up----Get Fit or Get Left Behind at WorkCan being a big jerk get you ahead in the corporate world? Is being a little overweight holding you back? Here is an interesting editorial piece put together by some experts that state the answer may be "yes".
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Does the HCG Diet Really Work?Human chorionic gonadotropin HCG...What is it and does it really work to help you lose weight? This is my personal experience.
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"The Problem with Socialism is Eventually You Run Out of Other People's Money." - Margaret ThatcherOur current political environment is stifling entrepreneurship and business growth. What can we do to change things in this great nation? "The problem with socialism is eventually you run out of other people's money." - Margaret Thatcher.
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The Georgia Acquarium---AtlantaAre you visiting Atlanta? Just for the weekend, have a long layover on a flight? The Georgia Acquarium in downtown Atlanta is a must see. It is one of the larger and better aquariums in our country.
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Kick Start Your Weight Loss Now and Look Great for the Holidays7 quick and easy ways to keep the holiday season from sabotaging your weight loss plan. Easy tricks to lose weight now and keep it off during the holidays.
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The Vining’s Gallery in Atlanta/Smyrna---Your Gateway to Collecting Good ArtHave you ever collected art? Do you enjoy art galleries, art auctions, art shows and opening gala's paired with wine and music. You are in luck in Atlanta. Visit the Vinings Gallery soon. R.S.V.P. for one of their exclusive events.
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Why My Life is Not Exciting Enough to Subscribe to FoursquareWhat do you think of the new foursquare on facebook? Do you use it to let everyone know where you are what you are up to? Do you track your friends through foursquare? I don't really get it.
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Dress like a Rock Star on a Shoe String Budget:How to dress well for less. Where to shop to look like a star without breaking the bank. Find your own style and add trendy accessories to keep an up to date look.
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Going Green------Getting HealthyWhat is chlorophyll you ask? How can it be added to your daily diet to enhance your health? Do you have trouble like me getting all of your daily vegetables added to your diet?
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Movie Stars that I Have Met---I Hope that the List Keeps GrowingHave you ever met an actor? I have met a few and I love getting pictures. Here are just a few actors that I have met at Sundance Film Festival or at their shows.
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How to Become an Ebay PowerSellerQuick get out your digital camera, grab your laptop and start cleaning out your house. Ebay is a fun and profitable way to make extra money, to create a real business or just to grab a deal. This is a quick guide on how to become an Ebay PowerSeller.
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Fall into Atlanta and North Georgia for the Changing Leaves and Festivals of FunFall festivals and things to do in and around Atlanta, Georgia. Gather the kids, your mom, or just your girlfriends and check out some of these really fun events to celebrate the beautiful fall weather and have fun.
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Start Each Day with Thoughts of Random Acts of KindnessDo you ever commit random acts of kindness? Do you think about ways to do this and how it would enrich your life and the lives of others? Here are some ways to get started.
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Is This a Double Dip Recession?I published this in newsletter fashion for my clients in Atlanta in August of 2010 and here we are again asking ourselves: Is this a double dip recession?
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Winter HarborA brief review synopsis of my novel "Winter Harbor" a work in progress. Let the winter snow take you away to a far away place. A place of creativity and thought.
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Southern Writer Pat Conroy is the Consummate StorytellerPat Conroy-----His writing will make you laugh, it will make you cry. It will bring to life in vivid fashion the spartina grasses and life of the low country.
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“Wicked” Rides Its Broom into Atlanta Straight from Broadway at the Fabulous Fox Theater September 14th-October 9thThis is the enchanting story (a different take) on the witches of Oz. The beloved childhood fairytale that we all know and love.
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Will Your Money Manager Make that Extra Commitment to You? Fear and Greed Moves the MarketWhat do you need to do in a voitile stock market? Is shorting an option for you? Have you ever used hedges or derivatives? Are you working with the right person that is proactive and not reactive?
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'This Could Have Been Me' on September 11"This could have been me." Why did I live and all those people die? September 11, 2001 a day that changed me and changed our nation forever. Where were you? and what were you doing at the time?
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Do I Need a Professional Money Manager? Keep Calm and Carry on -- with a Wealth ManagerIn a volitile market could I benefit from some professional help with my investment portfolio? A professional wealth manager could help you take the emotion out of the stock market.
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Spa at Home--Have a Spa Party--Save Money and Have Fun!Do you want to save hundreds of dollars on expensive spa treatments and products? Do you want shiney hair and blimmish free skin? Invite all your girlfriends over for a spa party that is both fun and inexpensive.
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Summer 2011 Which Investments Will Get You Through a Sluggish Summer?Do you want to know which investments make sense in a sluggish summer market? How about the overall direction of the economy.
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How to Hedge Off Inflation. Buy US Dividend Paying EquiitesHow to hedge off Inflation. Don't you hate $3.44 per gallon gas, food that costs a fortune and how your dollar never goes as far as it use to. If the fed keeps printing money inflation is coming soon. How to get out ahead of it with your investments.
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Daufuskie Island, South Carolina (My Beloved Paradise)Have you ever visited an Island? with no bridge to the mainland. An island all about golf, beach, dolphins, natural beauty?
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The Art of Thomas Arvid Exclusively in Atlanta at the Vinings GalleryDo you like wine? art? and more wine? how about fantastic art openers or collecting art as part of your investment portfolio? This quick review on Thomas Arvid is for you.
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Investment Outlook for 2011-Cautiously OptimisticInvestment Outlook for 2011
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How to Choose a Professional Money ManagerHow do you know who should handle your families investment portfolio. What do you look for in a trusted advisor?
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Atlanta Goes Organic: Where to Buy?Organic Eating and shopping for produce in Atlanta:
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A Coastal Easter Delight-Easter Crab-Deviled EggsWant a fun idea that is a little different for your easter buffet? How about some easter deviled crab eggs??? Here is the recipe.
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La Grotta-An Italian Escape Right in AtlantaWant great Italian food right in Atlanta?
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The 2011 PGA Tour Championship at East Lake Country ClubThe 2011 PGA Tour Championship at East Lake Country Club September 22 '" 25, 2011, Presented this year by Coca-Cola an Atlanta favorite
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The 58th Annual Tour of Homes and Gardens in St. Simons-Sea Island, GAA really fun weekend trip to make with your mom, sister or girlfriend, is to take the five hour drive down to coastal Geogia to go to the he 58th Annual Tour of Homes and Gardens in St. Simons-Sea Island, Georgia.
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Longevity and the Brain Game - Use it or Lose It, and Spice it Up to Keep it Working WellDo you want to avoid alzheimers, keep your brain sharp and live a long fruitful life? Take a look at the cultures that actually do.
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An Inside Look at InvestingHow to interview and hire a professional money manager, what to look for in your advisor. How are they compensated, what can you expect from them, etc.
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Longevity and the Brain Game-Use it or Lose It, and Spice it Up to Keep it Working WellDo you want to know some secrets of living longer, living healthier and fighting off Alzheimers and other diseases? This article skims the surface of other cultures and how they have been fighting disease through diet for many years and you can too.
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SlamDance 2011-(January 20-27th)Independent films and filmmaking at its best. So you think you can make a movie? For less than 1million dollars and in a short period of time. How will you get exposure? How will you get it distributed?
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Sundance Film Festival 2011 Park City, Utah.A descriptive review of the first half of the Sundance Film Festival. Six ladies on a mission of 3-4 films a day, Open honest and descriptive reviews. A personal opinion of a self-described cinephile.
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How Your Investments Can Benefit from the Turmoil in the Middle EastHow you can make money now with the turmoil in Egypt. How to build a great investment portfolio for the 1st and 2nd quarter of 2011.
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SlamDance 2011 - January 20-27, 2011So you want to be a filmmaker but have no money? How can you get your film distributed, noticed, viewed? How do you start? Let Slamdance the year round film organization for new and budding film makers with a vision help you.
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The Great North Georgia Wine Tour-Athens to Clayton and BackWine tasting, wine making, food pairing with wine, the beautiful north georgia mountains and a busload of really fun people.
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Sundance Film Festival 2010 and the 2011 Festival is Coming Up Soon!6 of my best girlfriends and I travel 2,000 miles across country to watch and critique 3 to 4 films per day for a week to 10 days. Yes this is Sundance.
