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Melanie Grimes, CCH, is an award-winning screenwriter, medical editor and natural health columnist. She also writes articles and blogs for real estate agents.

Her essays have been published by Penguin Putnam and she has written college textbooks, and published

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Travel > Vacations Best destinations for a family-friendly Spring Break: 1 of 32
Wondering where to go for a family-friendly spring break? There are many options for families during spring break. There are wonderful family-friendly destinations with activities the whole family can enjoy. Here is a selection- from tall mountains, to the high seas. SKI VACATIONS Great powder still abounds in many North Amer... More..
Travel > Vacations The best vacation ideas: 1 of 25
The best vacations are the ones that vary your normal lifestyle. For instance, if you have a very busy lifestyle, you will be more refreshed after an unstructured vacation, say a beach trip, where all that is required is a swimsuit and SPF 40 and a towel or two. If you live in a rural area, a trip to a large city provides a r... More..
Health & Fitness > Diet & Weight Loss What are the best ways to keep fit and stay healthy?: 1 of 20
Total health requires a workout for all aspects of our selves, a daily fitness routine must incorporate activities for your spirit and mind as well as your body. To stay optimally fit and healthy, you need to care of your body, mind and your spirit. HOME EXERCISE You don't have to join a gym to get exercise. Depending on yo... More..
Sports & Recreation > Skiing Guide to making a ski trip a pleasant experience: 2 of 32
When planning a ski trip, there are many options to consider. Proper planning will ensure a pleasant experience. Ski resorts offer a variety of amenities from day resorts to all-inclusive, basic to luxury accommodations, and from bunny hills to Olympic quality runs. To best assess your needs, follow the check list below. THE ... More..
Computers & Technology > Website Reviews Social networking sites and what they offer: 1 of 16
Social Networking SitesWhat is social networking? Social networking is the grouping of individuals into specific groups. Although social networking is possible in person- for instance, in neighborhoods, schools, or the workplace- the term is now frequently used to describe online communities.Social networking utilizes the ide... More..
Celebrations & Holidays > Mother's Day & Father's Day Attention men: Top 10 Mother's Day gift ideas: 1 of 12
Mother's Day is an opportunity to honor all mothers.For the men ready to celebrate their mothers, here are ten gift ideas for Mother's Day gifts.1. Time with loved onesThe number one gift that mothers appreciate is time with their loved ones. There is no greater reward than to look into the eyes of your own children. Many fam... More..
Health & Fitness > General Health (Other) Foot-care products guide: 1 of 11
Walk a mile in my moccasins?How about walking a mile on my feet?Take care of your feet and they will take care of you.You will need proper footcare and proper footwear.NATURAL FOOT CARE1.For softening, cocoa butter, Shea butter, or coconut butter.2.Common household honey is an antiseptic and can be used for its anti-bacterici... More..
Computers & Technology > Internet Trends Web 2.0: How social networking changed the Internet: 1 of 10
Web 2.0Social networking is the grouping of individuals into specific groups like neighborhoods, schools, or the workplace. The term is now frequently used to describe online communities. One of the first social networking sites on the Internet was Classmates.com, which started in 1995. Web 2.0 is a term first coined by Tim O... More..
Computers & Technology > Internet Trends What social networking is: 2 of 17
What is social networking?Social networking has traditionally meant the grouping of individuals into specific groups. We have long participated in social networking in person- for instance, in neighborhoods, schools, or the workplace. However, he term is now frequently used to describe various online communities. The term Web... More..
Local Guides > Seattle Things you should know before moving to Seattle: 1 of 8
Things you should know before moving to SeattleSeattle is the home of great hip-hop, ninety miles of waterfront, and the first shopping mall. If you want to live here, you gain access to many unique lifestyle amenities. But every cloud has its silver lining, and Seattle has more clouds than most. My family homesteaded to Wash... More..