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Hobbies & Games > Kids Games & Toys How playing with dolls can bring mothers and daughters closer together: 1 of 9
As a child I was given hundreds of Barbie outfits each year. My aunt was a designer for the company. She was one of five woman that spent forty hours each week making new Barbie wardrobe designs. She was also the mother of five boys. My Barbie spent most of her years in the same outfit, fighting my brothers GI Joe to the deat... More..
Business > Office Do-it-yourself Christmas gifts that business associates will appreciate: 2 of 15
Gifts during the holidays can make a huge impact on your wallet. Unfortunately, if you give to one, you are obligated to give to all. It can be not only expensive, but a very sensitive issue when giving to business associates. Will the gift be appropriate for all ages, positions, and sexes is a struggle when deciding on just ... More..
Celebrations & Holidays > Christmas Christmas caroling horror stories: 3 of 17
Christmas caroling was just what I needed to help get more boys to join our cub scout troop. Our group had begun late in the school year and only had six boys. Each cub scout was to invite a friend to go Christmas caroling and a party afterward at my home. The thought was that it would be a great way to recruit new members wh... More..
Celebrations & Holidays > Christmas Christmas games for adults: 3 of 15
Each holiday season we join with our loved ones in sharing centuries-old traditions such as exchanging gifts, festive foods, and family get-togethers. We traditionally do this in my family by me screaming at the children to clean their rooms for a week. Cooking every recipe known to man that requires a quarter teaspoon of a s... More..
Creative Writing > Reflections Reflections: The best company Christmas party I ever attended: 2 of 9
Dear Mr. Johnson,First let me say that last night was the best Christmas party I have ever attended. As the CEO of our company, you will be getting all of the credit I am sure. It was a night to remember. Well, some people will remember it. Some like myself, will only be able to recall highlights of the evening.After I was ba... More..
Education > Special Education What it means to be highly gifted: 4 of 11
Standardized tests are used in all schools in America. They serve many purposes. Many show potential and progress of students, teachers, and teaching methods. The tests also help place children in specific areas of need or advancement. IQ tests are different from standardized tests, and generally are not taken by the large po... More..
Hobbies & Games > Holiday Crafts Great snowflake-related Christmas crafts for kids: 4 of 10
Before the dishes have dried from Thanksgiving dinner, a Christmas tradition begins at our home. The men snuggle down into warm couches to watch the big game.The women play a vicious game of poker, spades, or rummy. The children attack a mountain of white paper that has been left on the table for their snowflake masterpieces ... More..
Celebrations & Holidays > Christmas How to organize a Christmas caroling party: 6 of 14
The recipe for a perfect Christmas caroling party has 9 ingredients.1. Invitations2. Candles with drip catchers3. Lighters4. Door hangers for neighbors5. Food6. Drinks7. Sheet Music8. Food Bank Charity9. CameraTwo weeks before the event, send out festive invitations to all of the carolers, friends, family, co-workers, church ... More..
Travel > United States Great things to do in Maui: 4 of 9
The hula girls, floral lei's, palm trees, ocean as far as the eyes can see, pineapple groves, sugar cane, and a glorious beach to sip umbrella cocktails on is what we imagine when we dream of traveling to Hawaii. All of which can be accomplished in the first few hours of your adventure. The hula girls meet you as you disembar... More..
Creative Writing > Memoirs Testimonies: My first Barbie: 5 of 11
In 1968, the world was full of political turmoil. Vietnam and segregation were the wars being fought on the front pages of our papers and our three television channels. My personal war was going on with my mother.She had done the unthinkable. She had brought a baby into our happy home. At the age of six, I had everyone's atte... More..