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I am a retired teacher of British Literature, World Literature, and Creative Writing. I also taught grammar and writing skills and adult education at a local technical college and tutored for the English Department at Abraham Baldwin College. I served as

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Personal Finance > Smart Spending How to fight high energy bills in the summer: 7 of 103
I live in south Georgia, where the heat and humidity of July and August are constantly competing to see which can attain the highest number. When these two join forces, which occurs on a daily basis for most of the summer, they create a "sauna" effect. Just stepping out your door in the afternoons feels like walking into a g... More..
Personal Finance > Smart Spending The cost of convenience: A comparison between prices at convenience stores and other stores: 14 of 69
We have three nice, big grocery stores within a mile of our home, all with reasonable prices and large selections. We have a 24-hour convenience store, however, less than a block away, which my husband and I pass several times every day. I have tried in vain to avoid the higher-priced little store. I have made numerous resol... More..
Personal Finance > Home Insurance Liabilities: Top five danger areas around your home: 6 of 26
If someone is injured on your property, you can be sued and found liable, even if the person was not an invited guest. Many homeowners are under the misconception that their homeowners' insurance policy will take care of any such injuries. The problem is that a vast number of homeowners don't carry enough liability insurance... More..
Personal Finance > Home Insurance How do I know I have the right amount of homeowner's insurance?: 4 of 16
For most people, their home is their most valuable asset. Besides the value of the home itself, it's filled with a lifetime of memories and amost all of your personal belongings. If the unthinkable happens, do you have enough homeowner's insurance to cover your losses in case of fire, theft, tornado, hurricane, or some other... More..
Personal Finance > Life Insurance Tips for first-time life insurance buyers: 13 of 20
There are few certainties in life, but one sure thing is that we'll all eventually die. With this in mind, purchasing life insurance can be of ultimate importance, especially when you have dependent family members who depend largely on your income. Because there are so many different types of policies and different companies... More..