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I love to write. I have written poetry, two novels, and many short stories, but have never pursued it as a profession. My family knows well that my Christmas letter, if I write one, will be the story of my year set to the tune of a Christmas song or the changed

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Personal Finance > Financial Planning How budgeting can improve your life: 1 of 55
Does the word "budget" give you the same sinking feeling as the word "diet"? Our logic tells us that both are good for us, but it is very difficult to not think in terms of being deprived. "What?" we cry. "No more grabbing those great shoes we finally find on sale? No more double fudge sundaes? Are you kidding?" Budgeting our... More..
Relationships & Family > Dealing with Problem People How to overcome fights with your siblings: 1 of 14
Most of us have heard the phrase, blood is thicker than water. Well, not by much. Being siblings is purely genetics and/or social proximity. There have been any number of studies done about siblings such as the effects of birth order, sibling rivalry, the pros and cons of being an only child. We humans love to study ourselve... More..
Celebrations & Holidays > Christmas How to avoid spending too much on Christmas gifts?: 1 of 10
Nobody wants to feel like the Grinch when heading out to shop for Christmas, and with the adrenaline rush of the holidays, it can be a shoppers paradise loaded with sparkling lights and beautiful decorations. So how can we pass up all the shiny sale signs and not overspend? Before the big holiday push to shop, the biggest dec... More..
Autos > Driving & Safety Driver safety: Things you should never do while driving: 3 of 23
In 1903 there were only two cars in the state of Ohio. At an intersection, they collided. It must have been before stop signs. In the good old days, there were no seat belts (except your mom throwing her arm out in front of you), no multiple lane expressways, 50 mph were top speed limits, and we ate at restaurants or packed ... More..