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Hi, my name is Raven and I'm a yellow lab.

I have long been pondering the conundrum of whether or not I should "come out" to the internet community. On one paw, I feel compelled to be a spokesbitch (yes, that's the politically correct term) for my species

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Home & Garden > Home & Garden (Other) How to cut air conditioning costs: 2 of 25
Part of what we love about our homes is that they keep us cool in the summer. Who doesn't love stepping through the door, out of the sweltering heat, and into a breezy indoor oasis? For many homeowners, that feeling comes at much too high a price. In this era of tight budgets and uncertain employment, cranking up the AC can l... More..
Arts & Humanities > Marketing & Selling Writing Is Publish America a legitimate publisher?: 1 of 12
I'll soon be signing a book contract with PA. I'm not very interesting, compared to most authors who sign with Publish America. I don't have any rejection stories to tell. I haven't poured my heart and soul into getting my book published. I'm not overwhelmed with gratitude by someone accepting my work for publication. The sim... More..
Personal Finance > Credit Cards Does transferring debt from one credit card to another save money?: 1 of 12
Will transferring money from one credit card to another save you money? That depends on a few factors. The interest rate, associated fees, and your willingness to pay off the balance are all important factors when deciding whether or not to make the transfer.Many credit card companies will offer an enticing introductory rate ... More..
Personal Finance > Smart Spending Holiday shopping tips: How to survive the mall mauling: 3 of 35
A holiday visit to the mall can be mentally, physically, and financially draining. Here are some tips for getting in and out of the mall with your sanity and your budget in tact.1. Plan before you go.Make a gift list that includes everyone you need to buy a gift for, and be sure to include an approximate dollar amount you pla... More..
Personal Finance > Budgets & Saving How to create a budget that has me in it: 3 of 35
They key to living well on a budget is prioritizing. By skipping the things that aren't important or finding cheaper substitutes, you can have room in your budget for the little luxuries that mean a lot. 1. Find out where your money is going and you'll be able to direct the flow. Get a rough idea of how much you spend on basi... More..
Personal Finance > Budgets & Saving Where you can cut down on living expenses: 7 of 80
You avoid the mall like it's the dentist's office. You don't need the latest gadgets. You've worn the same clothes for so many years they're now considered "vintage". Your idea of a vacation is a visit to your parents' house.And yet your living expenses are still too high.How can you start really pinching pennies without feel... More..
Home & Garden > Cleaning (Other) How to enjoy cleaning your house: 3 of 33
I can't do it. I was going to lie to you, but I just can't! There is no way to enjoy cleaning your house. The truth is, cleaning is not fun. But there are some very good ways you can make it less un-fun. 1. Remember that your mom, your mother-in-law, your grandmother, Donna Reed and Martha Stewart all have one thing in common... More..
Education > Special Education Tips to help a learning disabled student with homework: 1 of 11
1. Find out when the student is most alert and able to focus. If she has trouble waking up in the morning, let her eat her breakfast and have some free time on weekend mornings instead of trying to get homework out of the way. If evenings are the difficult time, try to get her to work ahead over the weekend so school nights w... More..
Style & Beauty > Face Care An introduction to microdermabrasion treatments: 1 of 11
If your skin looks dead, that's because it is. Your skin is constantly growing, replacing itself every 1-2 months. During its lifetime, a skin cell will travel from the inner layer of the skin to the outer layer. The part of your skin you can see is actually composed of cells that have died. Over time, excess dead cells build... More..
Religion & Spirituality > Self-Awareness & Realization You can be the person you wish you were: 1 of 11
You can be the person you wish you were just as soon as you stop wishing you were someone else. God didn't make you to be someone else. Until you realize that you'll be dieting, exercising, taking classes you hate, doing a job you hate, and basically living in hell. Howard Hughes was a nutcase. He lost billions of dollars and... More..