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Relationships & Family > Relationships & Family (Other) Is your past controlling your life?: 1 of 82
Does your past control your life? In some respects, the events of your past shape your present and future. Learning from the past can help prevent repeating mistakes. However, too much time spent dwelling on your past can get in the way of enjoying your life as it happens.Living in the PastIt is often too easy to let your pas... More..
Style & Beauty > Face Care Fall tips to avoid dry skin: 1 of 35
Autumn may bring a shift towards cozy sweaters and flattering layers, but the crisp air of the changing season may also lead to dry, itchy skin.There are steps you can take to revitalize your thirsting skin. Try the following home treatments for staving off dry skin before it starts.MoisturizeMoisturizers add a layer of prote... More..
Relationships & Family > Love & Lust How to seduce a man: 2 of 56
How to Seduce a Man: Advice for a Real WomanDespite what you may see in movies, seducing a man is more than enticing him with lingerie and liquor. Seduction encourages an initial attraction to grow. It involves all those little ways you charm a man and let him know that you are open to more than friendship. Being seductive al... More..
Hobbies & Games > Yarn & Needle Crafts How to learn to crochet: 1 of 26
Learning how to crochet is much easier than you may think. Just as crochet can be used to make anything from thick, warm afghans to light and airy lace, it can be taught in many ways. Some people have an easier time learning how to crochet from another person and others prefer to learn on their own. Sometimes it takes a combi... More..
Hobbies & Games > Kids Games & Toys Birthday party games that won't bore the kids: 1 of 24
When planning a birthday party at home, the biggest question is how to entertain a houseful of children. With a little planning, you can be prepared with some birthday party games that will keep your guests active and happy.Some party games might be obvious for the type of birthday party you plan to throw. For example, a pira... More..
Creative Writing > Humor Humor: Adventures with a shopping cart: 1 of 23
Grocery shopping is a chore. No matter how much you try to stock up, you will always need to go back. Pushing around that shopping cart can begin to feel like a monotonous task. Pick up the milk, pick up more bread. Don't forget batteries or toilet paper. Over and over.There has to be a way to liven up your trip. Fortun... More..
Creative Writing > Short Stories Short stories: Moments of clarity: 2 of 40
* Distant Worlds * I was on my way to the kitchen last night, crossing the dark foyer, when Peter came downstairs to find me. It was early, maybe around 6:30, but already dark as midnight. I heard him from the shadows as he called my name, said, "You have to see this."His vague shape with its familiar angles disappeared quic... More..
Travel > Travel Planning & Advice Day trips to enjoy the fall foliage: 2 of 39
From late September through early November, the verdant leaves of summer transform into a blanket of rich reds, oranges, browns and yellows. Experience the beauty of autumn by bringing your family on an outdoor adventure.Begin your fall foliage fun by finding out the peak color changes for your area. The Weather Channel offer... More..
Home & Garden > Home & Garden (Other) Preparing your family to move to a new home: 2 of 31
The process of moving your family to a new home involves more than moving your belongings from one home to another. Each member of your family may have his or her own concerns about moving to a new place and family and friends may be equally concerned about feeling left behind. All of these concerns should be addressed well i... More..
Education > Education (Other) How to manage the back to school crowds while shopping: 1 of 15
Back-to-school shopping can be fun, unless you are fighting the crowds of other shoppers that are scrambling to find all the items on their lists as well. These five simple tips may help you manage the back-to-school crowds while shopping for the items on your school supply lists. 1. Shop Early - Avoid the crowds as much as ... More..