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Computers & Technology > Internet Tips Tips for getting rid of friends on Facebook without making them mad: 1 of 9
Facebook makes it easy to reconnect with old friends and make new ones too. Yet as your Facebook friend count starts to rise - and your conversations begin to cool - you may decide it's time to pare down the list. How can you end Facebook friendships without hurting anyone's feelings? People add Facebook friends for many rea... More..
Health & Fitness > Kids Nutrition Halloween candy: Too much sugar: 1 of 9
As October draws to an end, thoughts turn to ghosts and ghouls, witches and fairy-princesses. Haunted houses appear all over town and kids and adults alike look forward to Halloween parties. But for most kids, the real fun of Halloween comes in the form of trick-or-treating. Trick-or-treating was a big part of my own childho... More..
Creative Writing > Memoirs Memoirs: How I unplugged my child from video games: 1 of 9
Video games can be addictive. For children and adults, it is easy to lose track of time and get lost in the game. Video games can also be socially interactive, mentally challenging, and a lot of fun. My approach to video games, and to most aspects of life, has been through moderation. Learning to find balance in life can be ... More..
Home & Garden > Home Interior How to use colors in feng shui: 1 of 9
When incorporating Feng Shui in your interior design, one of the most effective ways to promote positive energy is through the use of color. Color is a powerful enhancement as it affects our mood, inspires us, and creates an emotional connection to our homes. While variances exist in different schools of Feng Shui, there are... More..
Home & Garden > Furniture Tips for cleaning glass top dining tables: 1 of 9
Everyone has their favorite "secret weapon" for cleaning glass, but with their practical, frequent use, glass dining tables may need a little extra work to keep them looking their best. Glass dining tables come in many styles. Some tables are nearly invisible sheets of glass, and others are framed in wood. If your table is f... More..
Creative Writing > Humor Humor: The effects of shopping: 1 of 9
Stella sat on the floor, her back propped against the couch. Shopping bags stood and slouched around her. The big papery department store bags with their curved handles stood taller than the rest. The smaller glossy specialty store bags were tantalizing at their sides, promising to hold magical rewards. Between them, shiny p... More..
Style & Beauty > Hair Styles Choosing the right hair style to match your face: 2 of 17
The trick to having a beautiful hairstyle lies in finding the right look to match your face. Have you ever found great hairstyles in a magazine, taken them to the salon, and been disappointed in the result? There are hairstyles that look better on some people than they do on others. That doesn't mean there's anything wrong w... More..
Sciences > Medical Science (Other) What to expect when you donate blood: 4 of 32
According to the American Red Cross, someone in the United States needs blood every two seconds. Blood donation is needed to save the lives of people who are in accidents, those who need surgery, or who have serious illnesses, such as cancer or hemophilia. When you decide to donate blood, you are giving the gift of life. The... More..
Style & Beauty > Hair Styles Timeless hairstyles and haircuts: 1 of 8
Popular hairstyles come and go, but today's trendiest styles are often variations on more traditional cuts. When looking for a new style, begin by checking out classic styles. Look in hair magazines, style books at your salon, search online, or talk to a stylist. Classic haircuts may go by slightly different names and someti... More..
Entertainment > Music Education Piano techniques: The pros and cons of technical exercises: 1 of 8
It's more fun to do something when you do it well, and playing the piano is no exception. You may think that technical exercises are only for professional musicians, but 5-10 minutes of daily exercises can provide many benefits for even the casual pianist. Exercises can improve your dexterity and confidence which will make p... More..