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Born and raised in Rochester, New York, freelance writer Lynn Smythe obtained her bachelor's degree in Geology from the University of Rochester. She has worked in the past as an Environmentalist for Palm Beach Counties Department of Environmental Resources

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Home & Garden > Gardening (Other) Tips for watering your garden: 10 of 12
WATERING TECHNIQUESThe methods mentioned below are all earth friendly ways of providing adequate moisture to your plants. These methods help to conserve water, one of our precious natural resources that is in short supply. RAIN BARRELRain barrels can be set up underneath your rain gutters and are used to collect water anytime... More..
Health & Fitness > Dental Treatment Home remedy treatments for toothaches: 14 of 16
The toothache plant - spilanthes.Spilanthes acmella is a member of the Asteraceae family with over 60 species occurring in this genus. It is called the toothache plant because when you chew on the leaves or flowers it produces a numbing effect to the tongue and gums. Spilanthes can be used in this manner to help ease the pain... More..
Celebrations & Holidays > Special Occasion Gifts The worst Christmas gift you ever got: 25 of 28
The holidays are here and it's time to pick up those last minute gifts for your friends and family. While some gifts are sure to please the recipient, other gifts are best left on the shelves.GIFT CARDSSome people think that giving gift cards is tacky as it doesn't require much thought or effort to purchase one. I personally ... More..
Food & Drink > Sauce, Spread & Dip Recipes Recipes: Homemade barbeque sauce: 13 of 14
SWEET AND HOT BARBECUE SAUCEThis sauce is delicious served on top of B-B-Q chicken, pork or ribs. A sweet and mild version of this sauce can be made by omitting the red pepper flakes. This recipe can easily be doubled if desired.INGREDIENTS FOR THE BARBECUE SAUCE:One (6 ounce) can tomato paste1/4 cup cider vinegar1/4 cup mola... More..
Food & Drink > Beef, Pork & Meat Recipes Recipes: Creative meatball dishes: 18 of 18
SWEDISH MEATBALLS RECIPEPaprika comes from the dried and ground fruits of the plant which is in the same family as chili peppers. Paprika ranges in taste from sweet and mild to slightly smoky to mildly hot. My favorite variety to use in my culinary creations is Hungarian sweet paprika. I add it to deviled eggs, hummus and the... More..
Celebrations & Holidays > Celebrations & Holidays (Other) How to host an elegant tea party: 6 of 6
Take some more tea," the March Hare said to Alice very earnestly. "I've had nothing yet," Alice replied in an offended tone, "so I can't take more." "You mean you can't take less," said the Hatter, "It's very easy to take more than nothing."Lewis Carroll, Alice's Adventures in Wonderland, 1865TYPES OF TEA PARTIESAnna the 7th ... More..
Entertainment > Album Reviews Album reviews: Rumours, by Fleetwood Mac: 5 of 5
Rumours was chosen as the 25th greatest album of all time by the editors of Rolling Stone magazine in Dec. 2003."The sixth-best-selling album of all time owed its success to Fleetwood Mac's willingness to turn private turmoil into gleaming, melodic public art. The band's two romantic couples - bassist John and singer-keyboard... More..
Health & Fitness > Herbal & Natural Remedies Essential oil vs. fragrance oil: 4 of 4
Aromatherapists use a variety of aromatic substances to facilitate healing, reduce stress, and promote a sense of well-being in their clients. Aromatherapists may employ essential oils along with aromatic fresh or dried plant material into their healing practices.ESSENTIAL OILSEssential oils are the volatile aromatic oils of ... More..
Personal Finance > Smart Spending Money-saving tips: Enjoy the prom on a budget: 4 of 4
The high school prom, which is held for juniors and seniors, can be an exciting yet expensive event. While there are some prom expense items that you can save money on, some of the items you can't control the price of. Prom tickets, for example vary according to the location that the event is being held at. A simple prom coul... More..
Religion & Spirituality > Wicca & Witchcraft A beginner's guide to the eight sabbats: 3 of 3
WHEEL OF THE YEARThe wheel of the year celebrates the eight nature festivals of the year. These festivals, also known as the sabbats or the eight holy days of witchcraft, are a time to celebrate the changing of the seasons. They are nature based celebrations of life, death, birth and fertility."the old magical theory of the s... More..