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Pets & Animals > Animal Facts & Resources Animal facts: Rhinoceros
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The RHINOCEROS is a large mammal with thick layers of grayish skin that resemble armor plates and a large horn. Rhinoceroses are often called "Rhinos, " and have a life span of 30 to 40 years. The name Rhinoceros has a Greek origin, from two words meaning "Nose-Horn." Rhinos have poor eyesight but do have excellent hearing a... More..

Parenting & Pregnancy > Children's Activities (Other) Indoor rainy-day activities for children
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A RAINY DAY is only restrictive of outdoor fun, so your kids will have a lot of options to stay busy and productive inside. Your kids should never complain that they are bored on a rainy day. Here are TEN RAINY DAY ACTIVITIES FOR KIDS: 1. BAKE COOKIES: You can make chocolate chip cookies from scratch or get Nestle break and ... More..

Celebrations & Holidays > Wedding Planning Tips to avoid wedding stress
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If you and your fiancee can't get through the wedding planning together, you are really in trouble. Planning weddings can be stressful and overwhelming, so it's important to keep the stress down. Based on my own experience during my 14 month engagement, here's my advice on how to avoid wedding planning stress: 1. COMMUNICATE... More..

Relationships & Family > Friendship Advice How to maintain a friendship
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Friendships require work, compassion, and understanding. A relationship you have with a friend is completely different from a relationship with a partner or immediate family member. When we are young, it is easy to maintain friendships with people we see in school every day. However, when we move away from our friends, or ou... More..

Pets & Animals > Animal Rescue & Adoption Do rescued animals make good pets?
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Rescued animals make fabulous pets! My two dogs both came from local animal shelters, and they are wonderful companions. I have made a lifelong personal commitment to never buy a dog from a breed or pet store. I will always adopt dogs from local shelters. Because there are so many homeless pets in our country, you have a hug... More..

Pets & Animals > Animal Rescue & Adoption Things to consider before adopting a pet
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Before adding a new member to your family, take some time to seriously consider if you are prepared to be a responsible pet owner. Especially if you will be getting your first pet, research what you will be in for. Here are a few things to think about: PET-PROOFING YOUR HOME: You will have to take certain measures to remove ... More..

Business > Starting an Online Business Can you earn a full time living from eBay?
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You can definitely make a full-time living selling on EBAY. I have completed over 180 transactions on Ebay, and a few sales have been quite profitable. I bought a first edition Tom Clancy book at a garage sale for $1 and sold it for $70. Other sales have not been so lucky. Some items just don't sell. If you quit your day job... More..

Politics, News & Issues > Republican Leaders Evaluating Arnold Schwarzenegger's performance as governor
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Governor Arnold Schwarzenegger was elected Governor of the state of California on October 7, 2003, in a special recall election. He assumed office on November 17, 2003, replacing Gray Davis. Here is a look at some of the highlights so far of his role as "GOVERNATOR": "THE GIRLIE MEN": Schwarzenegger first used the term "girl... More..

Personal Finance > Budgets & Saving How to save money on holiday shopping
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Don't despair if the holidays have come leaving you little money for shopping. You can save money and have a nice Christmas. Even if you are not financially strained this year, you should not go overboard on holiday shopping. Your friends and family won't want you to suffer financially or take out a new credit card just to p... More..

Relationships & Family > Newlyweds Newlyweds: Suggestions for developing traditions
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TRADITIONS play an important role in connecting our past, present, and future, and linking our values and culture. Developing traditions as a new married couple should be along those lines. You may wish to continue your own childhood family traditions with your spouse. While some of these should stay, consider modifying some... More..

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