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Celebrations & Holidays > Wedding Party & Guests Bridesmaids dresses and choosing the right ones: 1 of 8
Selecting bridesmaid's dresses that are flattering is just as crucial to the overall look of the wedding as the flowers or the cake. Most of us have either been a bridesmaid or been to a wedding where the bridesmaids' dresses just didn't hit the mark. We wonder why more attention hadn't been paid to this detail when so many ... More..
Arts & Humanities > Business of Writing (Other) Are used textbooks the solution to the high cost of textbooks?: 1 of 8
Buying used textbooks can sometimes save students a bit of money. But one of the problems with this solution is that, often, the professors change the required textbook every semester. One other way to reduce costs is to share a text book with a classmate. This solution will, however, require coordination and cooperation. An... More..
Politics, News & Issues > Conservation Pushing the environmental front into the business office: 1 of 8
The business community is becoming more and more aware that the public wants to patronize and invest in businesses that are environmentally responsible. As a result of this awareness, agencies have been developed to assist businesses in acquiring the coveted green business certification. These agencies inspect, make recommen... More..
Hobbies & Games > Holiday Crafts How to create your own Easter greeting cards: 1 of 8
When making your own Easter greeting cards, first pick a theme and color. Some obvious themes for Easter and spring are: baskets, daffodils and lilies, Easter bunnies, Easter eggs, the Cross, and butterflies. The theme will provide you with inspiration. Gather an assortment of craft supplies: Shapes to trace and cut out. You... More..
Celebrations & Holidays > Christmas What to buy with the gift certificates you got for Christmas: 4 of 31
Lately there has been much gossip and many e-mails flying around about gift cards and gift certificates. Many businesses are downsizing and closing stores or reorganizing in order to deal with financial difficulties. As a result, some of us are wondering if our gift cards will be worth anything at all. If in doubt, use your ... More..
Politics, News & Issues > Hunger, Disease & Poverty Solutions to help individuals out of poverty: 3 of 23
Some say that he who has the gold rules. I say that he who has the education knows where to find the gold. Poverty is not a lack of money. Poverty is not knowing where to find it and not believing you have a right to any of it. Poverty is not just an empty bank account. The worst kind of poverty is the poverty of spirit and ... More..
Politics, News & Issues > Presidential Elections 2008 Obama or McCain? The choice gets more difficult as election day nears: 2 of 15
American voters should keep in mind that the election campaign process is much like the "courting" phase of dating. The candidates will make promises and put forth their best effort to "woo" the voters. However, anyone who has been married knows that how one acts during that phase is not necessarily how one will act after th... More..
Education > Teachers & Administrators Teacher tributes: 2 of 15
The teacher who most influenced my life and my work ethic was my band director in high school. Though I did not go on to making music a career, this teacher impacted my approach to every challenge in life. He taught his students to have pride in everything they do, to work hard, and to not accept less than the best from them... More..
Relationships & Family > The Single Life The best advice for women going on a blind date: 2 of 15
Hopefully your friends have your best interests at heart when they set you up on a blind date. They know your interests and your likes and dislikes. So, it is possible they may be able to make a love match. However, don't be too optimistic or pessimistic. Look at going on blind dates as a learning experience and great practi... More..
Celebrations & Holidays > Mother's Day & Father's Day Father's Day gift ideas: 7 of 50
When I was growing up, my sister and I gave my dad the same gag gift every year, a very ugly tie. Each year we would drag the old thing out of the closet and wrap it elaborately. Of course, we also had a nice gift for him. But it was fun to see his expression when he unwrapped the tie. First his eyes would get big. He would ... More..