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Personal Finance > Smart Spending How to spend wisely on holiday gifts: 1 of 14
I would like to divulge a very personal and embarrassing secret about myself. A secret so incredible that even the most open minded of people whom have heard me tell it have gasped in horror and confusion. Here it is. Here is the secret. Are you ready? I. Love. Holiday. Shopping.Holiday shopping for me is a contact sport comp... More..
Travel > Travel (Other) Keep your sense of humor when you travel: 5 of 25
I used to travel back and forth between Canada and the US when I was a student in University so I know about bad travel experiences. I can recall quite a few that, while incredibly frustrating at the time, make me laugh out loud now. There is one such experience, however, that will always stick out in my mind as the one that ... More..
Travel > Vacations Ideas for great vacations: 17 of 63
A great destination spot for families, couples, and international backpackers is Banff, Alberta. Located in Banff National Park, Banff is known as an ideal snowboarding and skiing hotspot. The snowy mountains are stunning and can be seen by pretty much every hotel room in Banff. Buses run back and forth from the bottoms of th... More..
Pets & Animals > Pet Ownership How to pamper your pet in style: 11 of 29
After centuries of unwavering loyalty, affection and service, our canine companions are finally being awarded in the lavish manner they deserve. It seems that everyday pet "parents" are coming up with inventive and sometimes over the top ways to pamper their precious pets. Doggie spaws, doggie hotels, doggie haute couture, ev... More..
Food & Drink > Cooking (Other) Fund-raising bake sale ideas: 9 of 21
Bake Sales are a wonderful and traditional way to raise funds and community spirit. I have organized and implanted several bake sales and I can honestly say that bake sales are one of the most fun and satisfying methods of raising money for a great cause. The following are a few tips that I have picked up along the way to hel... More..
Computers & Technology > Identity Theft & Internet Scams Is your trash can a treasure chest for identity thieves?: 11 of 23
Can trash cans be a treasure chest for thieves? Let me answer that question with a short story.When I moved in with my boyfriend he had papers everywhere! Documents, invoices, bills, bank statements, the list goes on. I did not put up with this mess for very long but he insisted that he could not throw any of it out because h... More..
Food & Drink > Breads, Grains, Pasta & Rice Cost-cutting cuisine with stale bread: 5 of 10
Stale bread may not seem so appetizing on its own but when I see my bread has gone stale, I also see an opportunity to let my culinary creativity shine.There are a few staples I use stale bread for. I slice and then soak the bread in an egg and milk mixture with a dash of cinnamon. I will then fry the bread in butter to make ... More..
Food & Drink > Cocktails How to make a Shirley Temple: 1 of 2
A classic mocktail, one that most kids love (and adults, too, although we won't admit it in public) is the Shirley Temple. I serve this easy to make drink at every one of my brother's parties and movie nights, although I always make up a new name for it to match the theme of his party.Here is my tried and true Shirley Temple ... More..
Society & Lifestyle > Social Values & Norms Should girls be allowed in the Boy Scouts?: 13 of 25
My younger brother is currently enrolled in Cubs. There are about four or five girls in his troop and one of his three troop leaders is a woman. I think that it is great to see girls in the group and also that my brother has three strong, warm, and caring Cub leaders to serve as additional role models in his life. I hope that... More..
Creative Writing > Humor Humor: Funny pet stories: 24 of 44
I have an adorable Boston Terrier. Her name is Stella and she is just over a year old. If you also happen to have a Boston, you undoubtably know that a common problem among Boston Terriers (and Stella is no exception) is that they often, well, fart. Alot. And not those girly little farts that make guests and family giggle. I ... More..