Kimberly Morgan
Before becoming a writer, I taught high school English. I studied journalism in college and received a degree in public relations. My articles have been published on Yahoo! News, Yahoo! Sports Rivals, Yahoo! Shine, Yahoo! Finance and Yahoo! TV. I've enjoyed work as a proofreader and assistant copy editor, where I get paid to read as much as I want and use a red pen with abandon.
These days, I share my home with three amazing kids, numerous ungrateful animals, a very understanding husband, and more books than I have any right to own and never enough time to read.
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These days, I share my home with three amazing kids, numerous ungrateful animals, a very understanding husband, and more books than I have any right to own and never enough time to read.
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Magna res est vocis et silentii temperamentum - The great thing is to know when to speak and when to keep quiet
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2012 America's Best Beaches List Gives Local Economies a Much-Needed BoostDr. Beach's 2012 list of America's Best Beaches gives local economies a boost. Two Florida beaches enjoy coveted spots in his top 10, and the economic boost that comes with it.
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Navy Family Honors Those Who Have Served, Prays for Those LostA Navy family extends its prayers and thanks for those who have served and sacrificed, and offers thanks to those who support them.
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2012 Florida Wildfires Have Devoured Nearly 85,000 AcresFlorida's wildfires have devoured almost 85,000 acres during 2012, most of those in Central and North Florida, with over 100 active wildfires in currently burning.
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Advice to 2012 GradsMy advice to grads: never post anything on Facebook you wouldn't want your boss to see.
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It's Mother’s Day Weekend, and Time Magazine Is Pitting Mom Against MomTime Magazine's new cover raises eyebrows...and pits mom against mom.
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Florida's Do Not Call List Gets Sharper Teeth, as Frustration with Phone Solicitations RisesIn Florida, unsolicited calls are the number one consumer complaint, with No Call List violations and telemarketers topping the list of concerns.
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Six Creative Ways to Reuse Old School SuppliesDon't just toss out last year's school supplies! Take your old crayons, pencil boxes, broken pencils, used folders and glue sticks and make turn them into something new. Here's how.
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No One’s Blameless in Case of Teen Who Brought Stun Gun to SchoolAn Indiana teen brought to school – and discharged – a stun gun, as a means to protect himself from the bullying he faced on a regular basis.
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My Autistic Child: Marching to the Beat of a Different DrummerLooking back, there were plenty of signs that our oldest son was autistic. Here's how I discovered my child has autism, and why it's really nothing to cry about.
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Florida: No Hairspray, Sticks Near GOP Convention; Guns OKTampa officials enforcing strict public safety restrictions during the 2012 Republican National Convention met with disappointment Monday as Governor Rick Scott defended the state's concealed weapons statutes.
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Best Shelling Spots on Florida BeachesThe best shelling in Florida is on its Gulf Coast. With some luck and a little planning, you'll find sea treasures beyond the common seashell; here's where and how to spot them.
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Specialty Florida Plates Raise Funds, Awareness and EyebrowsFlorida's drivers now have over a hundred different specialty license plates from which to choose. For a fee, they can support the charity, school, cause or team of their choice... and it's a tough choice.
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Florida’s Red-Light Cameras Continue to Rake in the GreenRed-light cameras are going up all over Florida, and the new question is whether municipalities will continue to support them if drivers get safe and ticket revenues drop.
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Record Low: Within Minutes of Release, Former Inmate Allegedly Assaults, Robs BicyclistA former Hillsborough County Jail inmate who left his Tampa jail cell on Saturday turned around and allegedly committed assault and theft within minutes of his release.
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Floridians Seeing Signs of Progress with New Unemployment NumbersFlorida's unemployment figures for March show continued job gains in many areas, but the state's unemployment rate is still higher than the national average.
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Is Virtual School Right for Your Child?While the debates and discussions about virtual school continue, it’s clear that online learning isn’t going anywhere anytime soon. As parents and educators, it’s best to understand why these schools are becoming increasingly popular.
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Plane Crashes into Ocean After Circling for Hours in Gulf of MexicoAfter circling for hours over the ocean, a private plane crashed into the Gulf of Mexico Thursday. It's the most recent in a number of small aircraft crashes in Florida.
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Twenty Years Since Hurricane Andrew, Annual Predictions Still Mean LittleDr. Gray's 2012 hurricane predictions don't have as much impact on stimulating hurricane preparedness as does the memory of a storm like Andrew, which made landfall 20 years ago in South Florida.
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CDC Helps Educators Identify Students with Autism Spectrum DisordersConsidering the increase in the number of children diagnosed with autism, it’s not surprising that teachers are increasingly among the first to identify behavioral milestones and ASD indicators.
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Experts Stop Just Short of Denouncing Co-Sleeping for Breastfeeding MomsIt appears that, for now, advocates of co-sleeping are receiving a cautionary note, given the benefits of nighttime breastfeeding and a correlating decline in SIDS among those who breastfeed.
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Ducks in a Row: My Life with OCDIt's neither funny nor fun to live with obsessive-compulsive disorder, but I've discovered how to accept it, and even appreciate it.
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Virginia Is for Lovers: Three Great Romantic EscapesSummer is the best time to take advantage of the natural beauty that’s made Virginia one of the best places to be in love and celebrate being with someone special.
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Parents: Save Obese Kids by Getting with the Program YourselvesA recent study indicates that if parents work on their weight, their kids are more likely to become healthier and, yes, less likely to be obese. If you'll pardon the vernacular...duh.
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Guns in Florida’s Schools Place Safety in Authorities’ SightsDespite the tough weapons laws, the two arrests of students in March are only the most recent in a growing number of incidents involving guns on school campuses in the Sunshine State.
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To Learn and Grow, Kids Need to Fail SometimesWithout the proper context for failure, children are less likely to take academic risks, to challenge themselves, and are more prone to throw their hands up in frustration when faced with difficult tasks.
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Florida Authorities Use Facebook to Catch CriminalsFacebook has been used to catch Florida’s criminals (and those suspected of illicit behavior) with increasing regularity.
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Another Floridian Dies After Stun Gun HitThe death of a Gainesville man after police used a stun gun to subdue him is the most recent in Florida deaths where the use of "non-lethal" force is employed.
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Best Dolphin Tours on Florida’s Gulf Coast: Dive InWith our large native dolphin population and miles of unspoiled coastline, there’s plenty of Florida’s west coast to enjoy, but only one way to really see dolphins in their natural habitat, and that’s the smart way.
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Florida Bill Could Make Gym Class Optional in Public SchoolsA bill in the Florida Senate would, if passed, strike down mandatory physical education classes in public middle schools.
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Is Wi-Fi Technology Hazardous to Students’ Health?While the use of Wi-Fi and wireless products in classrooms has increased in recent years, so has the discussion about whether or not the technology itself is harmful to children.
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Forget Pleistocene Park: Leave Dead Mammoths in the PastA team of Russian scientists has resurrected an ancient plant... and hope to do the same someday with larger specimens, perhaps even mammals.
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5 Must-Have Purse Items for Spring Allergy SeasonWith these purse-friendly supplies, you’ll be able to manage the worst of this year’s allergy season by keeping your best allergy relief close at hand.
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Florida Mother with Postpartum Depression Suspected of Murdering Infant SonA Lakeland, Fla., woman is suspected of murdering her infant son and has taken into custody. It's the most recent in a number of similar cases in the past few years.
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It’s About Time: Facebook Takes Cue from Twitter with Verified AccountsLike Twitter, Facebook will soon introduce verified accounts for their most famous account holders.
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5 Ways We Saved Money for Our New HomeIt took hard work and planning, but by following these five steps, we made home ownership a reality for my family.
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5 Great Science Fiction/Fantasy Shows You Won't See on SyFyThe best in science fiction and fantasy television are shows that SyFy let slip by, or should have thought of first.
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Death Sentence Passed for Tampa Cop Killer DelgadoToday the widow of Tampa Cpl. Mike Roberts faced her husband's killer in court. Here's what she had to say to him, and why he deserves every word of it... and worse.
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Busy Mom’s Secret to Beating the Morning RushWho'd have thought that a new deodorant would help a busy mom manage her morning routine better? It's true, and it works.
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Pinterest Challenging Google and Twitter for Small Business BucksPinterest, a relative newcomer on the Social Networking field, may prove to be of particular interest for small business owners. The highly visual, digital bulletin board could provide unique marketing opportunities for the savvy marketer.
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What No Child Left Behind Waiver Means for ClassroomsIn a huge shift in policy, ten states (including Florida) have been granted waivers to ease on the restrictions even further that determine how those states spend their funding for the No Child Left Behind program.
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Florida Toddler's Motorcycle Ride Earns Dad Felony ChargesA Florida dad was charged with felony child neglect this weekend after authorities spotted him taking his 3-year-old son for a spin on his motorcycle. The incident has re-ignited interest in the issue of motorcycle child passenger safety.
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Teachers,Take Note: Facebook Could Get You FiredA recent report warns educators and administrators about the dangers of using sites like Facebook, because teachers have been fired over their own social networking behavior.
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New Google Privacy Policy: We’re Helping You by Anticipating Your Every MoveGoogle has just unveiled a new Privacy Policy and Terms of Service, and with it, which, roughly paraphrased, is a nicely packaged plate of “we’re being upfront about this, so don’t complain when you have zero privacy… no one’s making you use it.”Also published on:
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7 Essentials to Add to Your Emergency Supply KitWhether you live in an area prone to tornadoes, floods, blizzards or hurricanes, you should have a “Go Bag” close at hand. These seven items are just as important in case of emergency as batteries and a radio ... and you'll be glad you have them.
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Tampa’s Gasparilla Pirate Invasion and Festival Sails This WeekendThis Saturday, pirates will sail into Tampa Bay on a pirate ship, seize the town from the mayor, kick off a parade, and then launch into a weekend festival that will have everyone singing for more beads and pirate booty until sundown.
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Where to Find a Great Seafood Dinner in Tampa, FloridaWhether you’re visiting Tampa or you’re lucky enough to live here, it’s essential that you enjoy one of the greatest treasures we have to offer: our local seafood. Here’s where to go for the best seafood dishes in Tampa.
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Ron Paul Wrong on Strait of Hormuz TensionThe GOP debate in Tampa, my hometown, surprised me in some ways, clarifying to a large degree which of the candidates are the strongest, most electable, and had the best answers to the issues that matter to me.
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Facebook Users Respond to 'Shut Down Facebook' SOPA/PIPA ProtestsOn Facebook, Twitter and blogs this week, the idea that Facebook should have shut down for a day in protest of SOPA and PIPA were getting a lot of attention. Here's what Facebook users had to say about it.
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Study Shows People Willing to Lie to Help a Friend Save FaceHow far would you go for a friend? To get him that date, would you back up his tall tale and confirm that, yes, he is on the fast-track for the corner office? New research says you probably would.
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Careers in Science Don’t Appeal to Teens, Say ResearchersNew research shows that, from the ages of 10 and older, kids become increasingly less likely to desire a future career in science.
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How to Fix Hat Hair in the WinterThe flat, lumpy, or frizzy variations of the “squashed hair syndrome” seen throughout the winter months are easy enough to manage with a few simple steps.
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Beautiful Places to Pop the Question in Tampa/St. PeteIt’s not every day you ask someone to marry you… why not make the location as memorable as the event itself? Check out these great options for places to pop the question.
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Shame on You, Anderson Cooper, for Pitting Moms Against Each OtherA recent episode of "Anderson" encourages stay-at-home moms and those who work outside the home to air grievances against each other. Here's why he screwed up.
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10 Ways to Save for Your Child's EducationThe earlier you employ smart strategies to help save for college, the better off you’ll be financially, and your kids will have you to thank for teaching them invaluable lessons in fiscal responsibility.
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Teachers Need More Feedback, Better AssessmentsThe general consensus among educators seems to be that to do their jobs properly, teachers need quality feedback, and more than just once a year. A new report confirms this, and offers a different approach to traditional teacher assessments.
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Naptime Helps Toddlers LearnWhile all children possess different internal clocks, and families have their own schedules, the rules often change once toddlers are in a school environment. Toddlers who take naps may have an easier time learning.
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Florida Teen Critically Injured by Celebratory Gunfire New Year’s EveA Tampa pre-teen who was ringing in the New Year with his family was critically injured when struck in the head from celebratory gunfire. Authorities are struggling to raise awareness of the dangers caused by celebratory shooting.
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Identifying the Student with Obsessive-Compulsive DisorderStudents with obsessive-compulsive disorder may exhibit some of the following behaviors in the classroom.
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Coca-Cola, a Thirsty Sailor and Fort Lauderdale BeachGrowing up in South Florida meant two things: Ft. Lauderdale Beach and a cold bottle of Coke, the drink that turns 125 this year.
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Keep Kids Sharp with the 2011 Recommended Holiday Reading ListIt’s easy to forget about school lessons with all of the sparkle and excitement of the holiday season. However, it’s both easy and fun to encourage reading to keep your students from losing their academic edge over the winter break.
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Sexy Food Making News and Raising EyebrowsCucumbers too sexy for Muslim women? Question the source... but consider that it's not unlikely that something like this could actually happen.Also published on:
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Walmart Donates $1 Million to the Salvation Army CampaignAre Americans less likely to contribute to the Salvation Army’s red kettles this year than in Christmases past? Here’s what Facebook users had to say.
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5 rules for washing your hair properlyIf you’re like the millions of women who don’t get their hair done each week, you might want to know how to make the most of that little ritual, shampooing at home.
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Bell-Ringer Allegedly Steals from Salvation Army KettleThe bell ringer may have pretended he was doing charity work for those less fortunate, but police arrested a Naples man on Saturday after he was allegedly caught stealing from Salvation Army Christmas donation buckets.
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Key Element of ‘Warehouse 13’ is Family, Says Writer Jack KennyThe secret to the success of Syfy's show isn't what you might think.
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Where to Watch Snow Fall in Central FloridaJust because Florida sees plenty of warm, sunny days in winter doesn’t mean you can’t enjoy snow and ice here in the Sunshine State. You just need to know where Jack Frost keeps his winter home.
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Get Ahead in School and Sports During Winter BreakIt’s easy to want to use the winter holiday break as an excuse to do little more than stuff yourself on your mom’s best butter cookies. Unfortunately, that’s not going to help, and may set you back academically and athletically.
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Teaching by Bad Example: Afghan Officials Take Tour of U.S.-Mexico BorderOne should question the wisdom of bringing visitors from Afghanistan's police and military forces to tour the U.S.-Mexico border in order to see how a successful border-policing program works.
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Why St. Petersburg, Fla., Isn't the Most Depressing Place in AmericaIt’s entirely true that St. Pete has some room for improvement. However, to say it’s the country’s most depressing city in America is to deny its many positives.
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Facebook by the Numbers: Ready for Its First Public Offering?Looking at Facebook by the numbers, it’s easy to see how the network has extended its influence so far in such a short time.
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Make Memories With a 'Kids-Mas' TreePut up a "Kids-mas" tree of your own this year to give your child's handmade ornaments and memories a special place in your home, and watch it become a treasured Christmas tradition.
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National 'Unfriend Day' a Chance to Clean the Facebook HouseNovember 17 marks "National Unfriend Day", an unofficial holiday that's picking up fans (and critics) on Facebook.
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Motivation When Your Team Isn’t WinningIt really is true that in sports, as in most of life, attitude determines success. As a coach or the parent of a student athlete, your role is to model the right attitude about how success is defined.Also published on:
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Holiday Shoplifting -- The Dark Side of the Season‘Tis the season for theft, which also makes it a great time to talk about loss prevention.
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Toddlers Learn Math Skills During PlaytimeToddlers might be learning essential math skills if you’re saying the right things to them during playtime. Here's the key to making the most of these crucial early years.
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Chowtime for Soldiers Might Include Caffeinated Meat and Gourmet PastaAmong the proposed changes to Meals Ready to Eat (MREs to those in the know) are caffeinated jerky, pesto pasta and salsa verde. The goal is to make food that soldiers will eat and actually enjoy.
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Sports and Study Schedule for Teen AthletesIf student athletes aren’t making use of a schedule and support from the adults in their lives, they may be losing out on more than just much-needed sleep.
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It’s Official: There Are No Aliens (From Space) Among UsIn response to thousands of signatures petitioning the United States government to tell it like it is, the White House has finally issued a definitive answer on the subject of extra-terrestrial life on earth.
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Herb Container Gardens Get Your Green Thumb CookingNow’s the perfect time to start an herb container garden. It’ll encourage you to give your green thumb some exercise and provide you with fresh, beautiful herbs all season long.
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Plumber Finds $20,000 Stashed in BathroomA Florida plumber working on leaky shower pipes discovered $20,000 in cash stuffed inside a return vent from the air conditioner.
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Black Friday Shopping Doesn’t Hold Sway Over Many ConsumersWeeks in advance of Black Friday, shopping enthusiasts are plotting out their routes and drafting plans of action for the day after Thanksgiving. Not everyone's a fan of the annual retail pilgrimage, however.
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First Person: Saving on Our Disney VacationsIt’s entirely possible to enjoy a family vacation at the House of the Mouse without spending a fortune.
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SyFy Exec Craig Engler Discusses Sci-Fi/Fantasy Book AdaptationsSyFy channel exec Criag Engler talks about classic science fiction, and the role of sci-fi/fantasy book adaptations.
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School Bus Violence -- Florida Students Head to Class with Weapons and AngerTraffic and road hazards aren’t the only threats to children’s safety when they board the bus for school. Sometimes, the threats come from the children riding the bus with them.
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Strawberries 'n cream minis for the holidaysIn my annual search for yummy new holiday goodies, I decided to try using classic ingredients in a new way. Luckily, my pantry yielded the perfect solution – a quick, no-bake treat, using strawberry JELL-O, white chocolate and evaporated milk.
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Birthday Parties Turn Deadly for TeensBirthdays are for celebrating the lives of those we love, but more frequently they are becoming notable for violence, and even death.
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Tutorial: blow drying your hair with a round brushWhether you long to wear your hair sleek and smooth or simply want to add some volume to your hair, nothing beats the power of a good hairdryer and round brush.
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How to Build Confidence in Teen AthletesConfidence is as much about what athletes think is important as those things that actually are important. With hard work and good leadership, you can help improve the confidence of everyone on your team.
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10 Facts About the Flu VaccineWith flu season in full swing, it’s important to know some basic facts about the flu vaccine and the options available to you and your family.
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Poor Fiscal Planning on Students’ Part Justifies Protests and News FeaturesCollege grads are moving back in with their parents, and owe a ton of debt; they aren't examples of a corrupt financial system or poor career counseling. Here's why.
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Think Outside the Pencil Box: Great Gifts for TeachersIt’s not difficult to find teacher gifts that are both useful and attractive – it just takes a little outside-the-pencil-box thinking to find one that’s both different and memorable.
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Florida Semi-Annual Crime Report ReleasedThe Florida Department of Law Enforcement has just released the 2011 Semi-Annual Uniform Crime Report. The results are generally a step in the right direction, with the exception of a few notable areas.
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Dealing with Teammate Conflicts off the FieldIt’s not always an easy thing to do when teammates, who are expected to work together as a team, have problems off the field. Here’s what to do when teammates are having problems with each other, with three different scenarios.
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How Herman Cain Could Win This ElectionCain’s a great contender in the upcoming primaries – but his campaign needs to refocus their efforts on what works.
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Pirate Ghosts of Tampa BayTampa Bay been known for its buccaneers for nearly two centuries. It goes without saying that on the quiet beaches and inlets of the Tampa Bay area, pirates of old are still making their presence felt.
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The Music of Words: Literacy is Tied to Musical AbilityWhat parents and educators have always known has now been proven by science: there’s a connection between music and reading.
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Prioritizing school, sports and work commitmentsAs much as our students want their sports and need their jobs (or think they do), it’s still all just one more piece of the puzzle they have to successfully work into their limited time.
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Staying on top of your academic game while on the roadWhen you’re a student athlete, you must learn how to balance your sport with your other obligations, and of these, school is the most important.
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Students Taking PSAT Literally Get Cold Feet in Ice ArenaWhen school administrators drop the ball on a group of students taking the PSAT, it's important for them to make it right. Hopefully, the College Board is listening.
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For Tampa Residents, Breast Cancer Awareness Month Gets PersonalThanks to a local news anchor who finally decided to "walk the walk" and follow her own medical advice, thousands of Tampa Bay residents are now taking action of their own to prevent and diagnose breast cancer.
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Decking the Halls This Year at ‘Warehouse 13’Syfy has released a teaser trailer of this year's holiday episode, which airs Dec. 9.
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Collateral Damage: Bullying Affects BystandersA new study shows that bullies do more than terrorize their intended victims: bystanders who witness the bullying suffer, too, and it’s a more serious problem than any of us thought.
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Balancing act: Working sports into your school scheduleIt’s important for students to strike a good balance between academics, sports, and other activities. Well-rounded students are successful in their academic, personal and athletic lives, and this benefits the whole team.
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Caltech Ranks as Number One School, Beating Out Harvard, StanfordThe number one spot on a new survey of the best universities goes to California Institute of Technology, which beat out hundreds of the world’s most influential schools.
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Woman Repeatedly Rams Former Lover’s Home with CarCars are the weapon of choice for a number of women trying to make a statement to their ex-boyfriends and former husbands.
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First Person: Lessons Learned From Building Our Own HomeSeven years later, after the neighborhood has built up around us ant the dust long since settled, we’ve come to the conclusion that, as much as we love our beautiful new home, there are some things we would have done differently.
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Herman Cain: Why I Believe He's Right for Florida and the NationI’m excited about the GOP race in my home state of Florida for the first time in a long time. Herman Cain’s a big part of the reason why.
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Facebook Scammers Use Steve Jobs’ Death to Lure VictimsFacebook scams using the death of Steve Jobs to spread malware aren't the first of their kind. Others have taken advantage of tragedy or loss to do the same in recent months.
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Panhandling Banned in Tampa, Fla.Quite soon, the only reflective vests that Tampa motorists see will be worn by road crews during the week and paper peddlers on Sunday, due to a recent ban on panhandlers by the city council.
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No-Fail Ways to Kick Up a Baked PotatoWhy settle for butter and sour cream on your baked potato? Make it a meal by adding one of these five special toppings, and you’ll find your family requesting their favorites (and you’ll forget all about those frozen French fries)!
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First Person: Making the Most of My Thrift Store Shopping TripsAs someone who regularly scours the aisles in our local thrift stores, I’ve learned you can find amazing deals there on quality items.
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Team-building activities for high school sports teamsBy exercising team-building efforts off the field, athletes are making an investment not only in their team’s ability to work on the field, but they’re making an investment in their appeal to recruiters.
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Why Sarah Palin’s Decision Not to Run is a Good ThingIt is with no small amount of relief that I read that Sarah Palin has formally announced that she’s not going to throw her hat into the presidential ring for 2012. The decision was right for the party, and for the country.
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Quote Roundup: What Americans Think Occupy Wall Street is All AboutI asked American Facebook users to explain their understanding of the Occupy Wall Street protesters' demands and aims – with the request that they not cheat and look them up. Here’s what they said.
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Occupy Wall Street -- Unrealistic Demands Won't Help Their CauseOccupy Wall Street is finally getting press coverage. Protestors are living the way they say people ought to live, and taking their message to Wall Street... and they're about as unrealistic in their demands as you could possibly get.
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Florida Judge Lays Down the Law on Jury DutyNearly 400 people will soon face $100 in fines or 6 months in a jail cell for contempt of court for not showing up to a Hillsborough County, Fla. jury duty summons on Monday if they can’t come up with some darn good excuses for not being there.
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Where to Get the Best Cuban Sandwiches in TampaNo visit to Tampa is complete without sitting down with a Cuban sandwich, a local Panini-style variation on the basic ham and cheese. Here’s the skinny on where to get the best.
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Forget Leeches; Maggots Are the Newest Thing in MedicineEveryone knows that using leeches to bleed patients is so 19th century. The newest thing in diabetic wound care isn’t something imagined by writers at SyFy or Steven King’s latest thriller -- it’s maggots.
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Welcome to Pottermore (Sort Of)In a business venture that doubles as an interactive hub for fans of the Harry Potter series, author J.K. Rowling unveiled Pottermore last June. Then the Next Big Thing in Harry Potter terms fell a little flat.
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Is College the Right Choice?High school is about more than preparing students for matriculation in college: it’s about preparing students to be productive members of society. It’s about giving them training for life.
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Love or Hate It -- The New Facebook is Here to StayIf you thought the Facebook changes you woke up to this week, you're in for a shock: you will hardly recognize the social networking titan by the end of next week.
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Hunting the Literary Ghosts of TampaTampa/St. Pete offers plenty for the average visitor to enjoy – enough that, even in the afterlife, there are plenty of reasons to stick around… or so say the people who have had experiences spotting Tampa’s literary ghosts.
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Why Debra Lafave’s Probation Should Not Have Been OverturnedDebra Lafave's appeal to have the conditions of her probation must not succeed. Here's why.
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This Year's Best Do-it-Yourself Costumes for ChildrenIt’s fairly simple to put together a costume based on this year’s most popular TV shows. Get the whole family in on the act and make it a Halloween everyone will remember!
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Balancing high school sports and academics successfullyGive yourself every advantage and strengthen your performance as a student. You’ll find that many of these same techniques work both on and off the field, making you truly competitive and well-rounded.
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10 goals for high school student athletesEvery student athlete should look to the following ten goals to guide their personal, academic and athletic development.
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'Old' Versus 'New' Myka: ‘Warehouse 13’ Fans Chime InThe changes to one of “Warehouse 13”’s main characters are keeping fans talking, but the show’s enduring popularity means that, despite everything, fans still love the SyFy show and its many twists.
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10-minute at home pampering ideas for momsTake 10 minutes to pamper yourself with one of these quick home spa treatments and you’ll be glad you did; you’ll be rewarded with a healthier, happier, more beautiful you.
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Puppy Rescue Mission Program Reunites Soldiers and DogsThe Puppy Rescue Mission is one of the contenders in the Pepsi Refresh Challenge, a program that awards $25,000 to the top 15 charitable ideas.
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First Person: Controlling Our Food Budget When We Go Out to EatThere’s no reason not to enjoy the occasional restaurant meal, especially when you can save money with a few easy steps.
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Are High School Students Really Prepared for College?A new report by the College Board indicates that only 43% of high school seniors are ready for college if their SAT grades are any indication.
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Endangered Florida Panther Needs Advocates Who Actually ListenThat the endangered Florida panther is increasing in numbers isn't news to some ranchers... but it's sometimes hard to get authorities to listen.
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How to Behave in Amusement ParksWhile you're visiting the Sunshine State, everyone (even other vacationers) would appreciate it if you'd follow a few simple rules of behavior. It would allow us to keep our own vacation days free for actual holidays instead of at the doctor's office.
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Keeping student athletes motivated during off-seasonIt's easy for students to lose focus when they aren't training. To prevent athletes from hitting a slump that takes real time to recover, it's important to stay active during off-season.
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Facebook App Allows Users to Dedicate Status to 9/11 VictimsIn today's culture of instant updates, it's perhaps a fitting tribute that Facebook has introduced the National September 11 Memorial & Museum Application in honor of the nearly 3,000 souls lost on September 11.
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Unexpected Company? Speed Clean in a Pinch!Your Great Aunt Mary has just rolled off the interstate exit and is ten minutes from your house. Don't panic! You're ten minutes away from having a company-ready home.
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How a Coupon Saved Me $1,000 Off the Cost of Our New HomeThink you can't save big money by going through the Sunday paper? I saved $1,000 off the cost of upgrades on our new home with a single coupon.
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Facebook Groups, Pages Ask When Users Heard the News on 9/11Dozens of Facebook pages and groups exist that commemorate the moment at which members saw or heard the news of the attacks on 9/11.
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Project 2,996: Bloggers Keep the Memories of 9/11 Victims AliveThe idea of 2,996 is to share these true life stories and keep the focus on the victims, rather than the destruction and hate that caused so much pain. In doing so, we remember them in a meaningful way.
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Clean Sweep: Getting the Whole Family Involved in HouseworkAt some point, everyone's going to have to pitch in to get the house looking spic and span. With a few tricks, you can make it simple and fun.
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Bringing Lessons from September 11 into the ClassroomAs we approach the ten year anniversary of the attacks on September 11, it's important to know how to teach about the events of that day. Try one of these approaches.Also published on:
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How 9/11 Saved My Family, My MarriageThere's no way anyone in their right mind could argue that the attacks ten years ago on 9-11 did anything but wound the world. Yet, it's also quite true that some good has come out of those horrific events.
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Tropical Storm Katia Shaping Up to Become the Next Atlantic Basin HurricaneWhile Katia is expected to strengthen to a hurricane today, Florida shouldn't let her distract their attention from the Gulf of Mexico, where an unnamed storm is focusing its power and may hit the Florida Panhandle this weekend.
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Writers Drop the Ball in Latest 'Warehouse 13' EpisodeLess than two weeks before the 10th anniversary of the attacks on 9/11, Syfy aired an episode during which a building is being destroyed by fire and people are shown falling to their deaths.
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Snakes and Other Wild Things People Hide in Their Pants at the AirportMiami International Airport has seen its share of smugglers. Recently, the TSA has prevented a man from sneaking snakes and turtles onto an airline in his pants. We should all be thankful for this, for numerous reasons.
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Professors Schooled in How to Relate to College StudentsBenoit College maintains that it's necessary for profs to update their own education, in order to give their students historical references they will understand. Why bother teaching them anything new at all?
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9/11 Anniversary Events in Tampa/St. PeteThe Tampa Bay area is observing the date with events throughout the area, in a multitude of venues. Commemorate the day with one of these local remembrances.
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Facebook Changes Photo Tag FeatureFacebook has just unveiled changes to their site. Most changes, like those to photo tags, are good ones.
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'Warehouse 13' Season 2 Soundtrack Previews Now Out: Fans Loving the Feel of the New Album"Warehouse 13" fans can now pre-order the Season 2 Soundtrack to SyFy's hit show.
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Empty NestA mother reflects on an abandoned bird's nest after she sends her youngest child off to school for the first time.
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Floridians Prepare for Hurricane IreneFloridians spent Sunday preparing for the arrival of Hurricane Irene, which is expected to make landfall sometime on Thursday night on the east coast.
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Even Preschoolers Realize Know-it-Alls Aren't AuthoritiesEven a preschooler can tell the difference between someone pretends to know a thing or two, and the person who actually does. Why don't most adults?
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What to Expect From Laser Hair RemovalHere's what to expect from laser hair removal, from someone who's done it.
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Unusual Things to Do in the Florida KeysVisit wonderful, wacky, real Key West. Schedule in a few of the Keys' top stops; you don't see them in tourist brochures, but every local knows them like the back of their hand.
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School Violence: A Firsthand Look at Its ScarsJared Cato isn't the first person who cared more about his sense of personal outrage than about the children he would hurt by bringing violence to our schools.
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Florida's Elderly Increasingly Attacked by Dangerous DogsIn the past year, multiple cases involving elderly dog bite victims expose the threat, particularly considering Florida's large population of retirees and elderly.
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Fire Safety Tips for Your College FreshmanBe sure to discuss fire safety and emergency procedures with your college freshman before he leaves for school this fall!
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Daddy's Leaving Again -- but He'll Be Home SoonMy children have only ever known a life that centered around the War on Terror. My husband's job changed forever, as did our family, even before the first tower fell.Also published on:
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'Warehouse 13' Episode 'Don't Hate the Player' Gets GameWhile this episode seems all about the laughs, fans get a glimpse into darker issues and larger evils that will likely appear during Season 3.
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'Warehouse 13' Gets Fourth SeasonSyfy knows a good thing when they see it -- some of the time. Most recently, they've given 'Warehouse 13' the nod for a fourth season, an obvious good choice.
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Hidden Cameras Mean Big Brother's WatchingTampa is preparing for the Republican National Convention next year by installing hidden cameras in the downtown area, and not everyone is excited about them.
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Spoilers Stink, but New Study Says Plot Doesn't MatterA new study out of the University of California, San Diego says that spoilers don't actually spoil anything. Baloney. Ask anyone who didn't want to know before he saw the movie that Vader was Luke's dad.
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Orlando Vacation on a Military Family BudgetIf you're a military family with Orlando on your vacation agenda, make sure you take advantage of a true gem while you're there: Shades of Green Resort at Walt Disney World, one of its best-kept secrets.
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Largest National Case of Animal Hoarding Highlights ProblemWhile it's true that many legitimate rescue organizations exist, and do much good for the unwanted and homeless animals in our country, many others exist because they afford a hoarders a good cover.
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Exceptional Education: It's Not About Coddling KidsThe premise that ESE students are being coddled - or worse, that accommodations amount to cheating - is frustrating, and doesn't bear up to research or practice.
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'Warehouse 13' Episode '3...2...1...' Counts Down to DestructionIn this episode, the intrepid 'Warehouse 13' crew hunts down Joshua's trumpet, enlisting the unlikely help of former Warehouse 12 agent, saboteur and murderess H.G. Wells.
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Create a Home Study Zone for Your Kids This School YearTake some decorating tips from the classroom when your child heads back to school this fall: set up a school work center in your home.
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'Warehouse 13' Cast and Crew Discuss Being 'Jinksed'Steve Jinks, played by Aaron Ashmore, is giving fans of Syfy's 'Warehouse 13' more reasons to make noise.
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Is SyFy's 'Eureka' Being Cancelled or Renewed?In spite of the speculation and flip-flops, it appears that the show's on its final run.
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Just Hit Your Momlife Crisis? You're Not AloneI had a Momlife crisis this year. When you send your youngest to school this fall and encounter a suddenly empty house, you might start showing signs of it too.
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Pottermore Early Registration Ends; Foul Play Ruins Experience for ManyWith a young adult book series as beloved as Harry Potter, it's particularly upsetting that people are already spoiling -- in more ways than one -- the experience for so many.
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Real Advice for New College StudentsThe best college wisdom might be hidden in your notes from high school. Trust me, once a college freshman myself, now a grad and former high school teacher, this is the real stuff worth knowing.
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The Best Driving Roads in AmericaEveryone has a favorite drive, one that they can't help but think of as the best road in America.
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Pre-Teens and Back to School AnxietyPre-teens report being particularly anxious about heading back to school. Here are some tops to reduce their stress level and set the tone for a positive, successful new school year.
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Pit Bull Mix Puppy is Mutilated, Tossed into Florida WaterwayA very young pit bull puppy was mutilated when someone attempted a home ear cropping, a cruel and dangerous cosmetic amateur procedure that very nearly killed him... and it's more common than you might think.
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5 current professional athletes for students to admireYou don't have to look far to find examples of athletes who embraced both higher education and a professional career.
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Tips for Combining Study and Social TimeYou'll get more out of a study group than just better grades -- you'll enjoy yourself in the bargain!
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Back to School with Pre-Math, Pre-Reading and Pre-Writing ActivitiesPull your older children away from video games and engage their minds in family fun that reinforces essential school skills that will be built upon throughout their school years.
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Direct Flights to Cuba Will Benefit Island Nation, Sunshine StateTampa International Airport has been given the green light to begin hosting non-stop flights to Cuba.
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Martha Quinn, Voice of the '80s, Reminisces on MTVs 30th BirthdayAs MTV celebrates its third decade, former VJ Martha Quinn talks about the channel's early years and its many changes since.Also published on:
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Sirius XM Radio Celebrates MTV's 30th Anniversary with '80s BashNostalgic fans will have a lucky outlet for their musical memories in the Sirius XM special which will air on MTV's 30th Birthday Monday, Aug. 1, at 7 a.m. Eastern and will be rebroadcast at 1 p.m. and 7 p.m. on ''80s on 8,' channel 8.
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Nina Blackwood Still Rocking, Reflecting on MTV's 30th BirthdayI caught up with Nina Blackwood, one of MTVs first generation VJs, to talk about the channel's early years and how it's changed.Also published on:
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Happy 30th Birthday, MTVMTV has joined the ranks of twenty-somethings that have made the leap into their third decade, the one associated with serious business shoes, minivans and male pattern baldness.
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Florida's Red Light Cameras Still Flashing CautionI'm in favor of tickets for those running red lights at intersections; I do not support red light cameras. Here's why.
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5 Things to Do Before Summer EndsThe end of summer's in sight, and the calendar is creeping its way toward fall. Here are five things you should do before summer ends - starting now. You're it!
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Floridians Say Farewell to the Shuttle ProgramAs the shuttle Atlantis prepares for its Thursday landing, Floridians reflect on the role that the program has played in their lives for decades.Also published on:
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Which Backpack is Best?Before you head out to purchase school supplies, find out which backpacks and school bags to avoid and which is best for your child.
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Lingerie Bag: The Travel Accessory I Can't Leave Home WithoutTucked inside every suitcase and overnight kit, I always keep a see-through mesh bag. It's not marketed as the ultimate travel accessory -- but it ought to be. It's my secret weapon, and it cost me under $10.
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Best Family-Friendly Bowling Alleys in TampaBring back those memories of bowling from your childhood by knocking down some pins with your own kids at one of these great Tampa bowling alleys.
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Keep Your Laptop Safe and Secure on CampusYou can discourage thieves and protect your property with some simple (and relatively inexpensive) precautions.
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Tips for Textbook RentalsIf you've decided to rent your college textbooks this year, don't get stuck paying more than necessary. Remember these tips to save time and money on your school textbook rentals.
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Florida Bucket List: The Sunshine State's Real TreasuresIf you're interested in seeing the best of Florida, the state's must-see spots, here's a bucket list to get you started. Guess what? There isn't an amusement park among them.
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Kid-Friendly Organization ProjectsIt's important to include your children in household organization projects, even (and perhaps most importantly) the small, apparently mundane tasks.
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Back to School, by Bus, Car or FootTake much of the stress out of your school commute, and this year will be a much more pleasant (and safer) school year for everyone!
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2011 Back to School Sales Tax HolidaysMany states now offer back to school tax break days (or tax holidays) to offset the expense. Is your state among them?Also published on:
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Florida Tops Scholastic Summer Reading ChallengeFlorida's student readers are making the grade this summer on Scholastic's Summer Challenge.
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Scary Florida Bugs: What You Don't See in the Travel LiteratureFlorida is a lovely place to live, but we have our share of scary critters. Armed with basic information, you'll be prepared the next time you head to the Sunshine State for some R & R.
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Back to School Clothes Shopping for TeachersPicking out what to wear for that first day of school is stressful for teachers, too -- at least, it was for this teacher. Figure out what you're going to wear for the first day of school way ahead of time.
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Head-Desk: I Blame MyselfThis is what happens when the humble computer battery is ignored... and one forgets to save early, and often.
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Planes, Trains and Automobiles: Tampa Museums for Transportation BuffsHave an appreciation of transportation? So do most kids: wheels and wings fascinate them. Lucky you! Tampa's home to three wonderful museums that focus specifically on planes, trains and automobiles. Check them out and be sure to bring a camera!
