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My friends call me "The Queen of Useless Information;" if you need any information about something that doesn't matter, ask me. I absorb strange facts and trivia. I am not sure how or why I acquired this unusual skill, but I am proud of it.

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Celebrations & Holidays > Celebrations & Holidays (Other) Great places to travel to for the Fourth of July: 1 of 26
Tired of the backyard barbeques and fireworks display in the middle of your street? There are many options for you to consider as you head out across America to celebrate her birthday and the freedom you enjoy. Just about any place you decide to go will be having some sort of celebration. All you have to do is pick which cel... More..
Celebrations & Holidays > Mother's Day & Father's Day Great Father's Day gifts for grandpa: 1 of 10
"You could go out to the pasture and pick up a steamin' pile and he would love it," my grandmother told me on several occasions when I asked what my grandfather wanted for Father's Day. Gotta love that southern sarcasm! Truer words have never been uttered. I was my grandfather whole world wrapped with a pretty bow. I felt th... More..
Celebrations & Holidays > Mother's Day & Father's Day Funny Father's Day gifts: 1 of 10
When dads aren't saying "don't make me come back there" and "if I told you once, I've told you a millions times", they can be quite funny. A dad's sense of humor often takes a back seat to more pressing issues such as going to work, keeping the car running and mowing the lawn. For Father's Day, it would be nice to bring his ... More..
Celebrations & Holidays > Celebrations & Holidays (Other) Memorable pranks for April Fools Day: 8 of 55
I'm not normally evil, but I have my moments. Especially on April Fools' Day and my mother being such an easy target. Even though more than a decade has past since that particular, I am sure I am still written out of her will. That is fine; totally humiliating her, just that once, was worth whatever inheritance I might have ... More..
Celebrations & Holidays > Mother's Day & Father's Day Great Father's Day gifts for first time fathers: 3 of 20
Daddies-to-be and first-time fathers deserve a very special Father's Day. Not only will it set the tone for all the Father's Days in the future, it will let them know that they have not been forgotten in all the "new baby" business that surrounds them. Making this day exceptional for them can be done in many ways. One way to... More..
Celebrations & Holidays > Wedding Planning Do you need a wedding planner: 4 of 24
Take it from a professional wedding coordinator, me, you need a wedding planner. Do you need to pay a professional wedding planner? Absolutely not. At the height of my career, I was doing anywhere from six to ten weddings per month. I worked with a staff of three - me, myself and I - and that was a lot of work. Crazy thing a... More..
Celebrations & Holidays > Celebrations & Holidays (Other) Interesting Flag Day facts: 2 of 12
Flag Day was first recognized a as federal holiday on August 3, 1949. President Harry S. Truman signed the resolution that designated June 14 as the official day to celebrate our national symbol. Both of these two days may seem rather routine to many, but to the Douglas family there are many reasons to celebrate both dates. ... More..
Celebrations & Holidays > Mother's Day & Father's Day Father's Day gift ideas: 9 of 50
It is now time to set aside that one day a year, Father's Day, to honor our dads, grandfathers and the father of the children we love so much. There are many ways to let those special men in our lives know how much we love and admire them. One way of doing this is by giving dad a gift. What should I get him this year? Whatev... More..
Celebrations & Holidays > Mother's Day & Father's Day Thoughtful Father's Day sayings: 2 of 11
Father's Day is a day set aside to show fathers love and respect as well as to honor them and let them know they appreciated. It is common practice to give gifts. The greatest gift of all comes from the heart. The gift your father may love the most would be just a few words from you. "I love you," is a wonderful Father's Day... More..
Celebrations & Holidays > Celebrations & Holidays (Other) Organizing a 4th of July hot dog eating contest: 3 of 15
One of the many popular traditions of Fourth of July celebrations is the hot dog eating contest. "Professional eaters" travel from around the world to compete. More than likely, the hot dog eating contest you will be having will not be a world-class competition. It could be a part of a backyard get together or even a fundrai... More..