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Food & Drink > Bread & Baking Recipes Recipes: Great pancake recipes: 1 of 46
This recipe for simple, from-scratch pancakes is one of my favorites. You can easily adjust it to accommodate more or less servings; the recipe provided serves four. These pancakes use wholesome ingredients, and are a healthy spin on a breakfast staple that can be nutritious, but often is not. Personalize yours with bluebe... More..
Education > Colleges & Universities (Other) From classroom to career: The transition from school to the work world: 1 of 36
The transition from college to career can be an exciting, yet intimidating time for graduates. Like most things in life, the culmination of the college experience is proportionate to what one has poured into it.Most people think that rigorous study and self-denial are the means to a successful end in earning a degree. While i... More..
Home & Garden > Home & Garden (Other) Holiday fire safety: How to use electrical extension cords wisely: 1 of 16
According to the U.S. Fire Administration, over one-quarter (26%) of annual decoration-related fires occur in residences during December. Undoubtedly, some of this is the result of poorly wired extension cords used to illuminate strings of Christmas lights and other seasonal electrics.Additionally, the Consumer Product Safety... More..
Health & Fitness > Exercise Tips An indoor fitness routine for the cold-weather months: 2 of 30
Are you one of those people, such as myself, who love to exercise outdoors, but hate the cold? Winter sports like skiing and snow-shoeing don't particularly appeal to people like us. So what's one to do to keep in shape when the snow flies? Through the years I've come up with a few creative ideas that have helped me to stay i... More..
Health & Fitness > Diet Tips Improve your health by losing weight: 1 of 15
With America's obesity epidemic, it is imperative that more people start paying attention to their waistlines, food selections, and overall health. Fortunately, awareness about diet, exercise, and fitness is becoming mainstream.Many people realize the need to lose weight, for some this can mean significant amounts of 50 pound... More..
Travel > Travel Planning & Advice How to handle long airport layovers: 2 of 27
Unless you're lucky enough to snag a non-stop flight from point A to point B, you're probably going to have a layover or two in your air-travel itinerary. Some layovers leave you just enough time to scramble to your next departure gate, while others can leave you wishing for a room at a local motel.It has been said that time ... More..
Travel > Air Travel & Airlines How to travel comfortably in economy: 2 of 23
It seems that I find myself frequently taking to the skies. At 6 foot 4, I'm also not a short guy. While posh first-class accommodations fit me well, unfortunately, I can't always afford the cost of sitting up there. Through the years, I've learned some things that can make anyone's experience flying in economy a less uncomfo... More..
Health & Fitness > Exercise Tips Cool winter workouts: 1 of 10
Wintertime often poses a challenge to would-be exercisers. No longer is it feasible to take a bike ride up the street. However, there are plenty of things you can do outdoors to not only keep yourself in shape, but also to enjoy all that this season has to offer. When the snow is flying, the following are some tips that can h... More..
Business > Marketing A guide to marketing basics for the small business: 1 of 10
There are a number of ways small business owners think of and define marketing. At its heart, marketing is the concentration of communication efforts conducted by a business in order to promote its brand, product, and image to a targeted audience. Some define marketing as the four P's: product, price, place, promotion. A fift... More..
Food & Drink > Restaurant Reviews Restaurant reviews: TGI Friday's: 1 of 10
T.G.I. Fridays typifies mid-priced, American-cuisine chain restaurants. The lighting is dim, the music funky, service friendly, and the average price of an entre is about $10 - $12. Think: Applebees, Ruby Tuesday, Chi Chi's, Red Robin, etc. Friday's walls are decorated with a whimsical collection of everything from old traffi... More..