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Food & Drink > Cooking (Other) TV show reviews: Good Eats with Alton Brown: 6 of 18
For those that love cooking and have a naturally inquisitive mind, Good Eats with Alton Brown fits the bill. This TV chef combines food science and practical cooking tips (along with tasty recipes) to educate the audience and explain the Why? behind many common foods and techniques. How do you make the perfect doughnut? What... More..
Parenting & Pregnancy > Problems Parents Face Why stepmothers need more support: 3 of 9
With over half of today's marriages ending in divorce, blended families are not only becoming increasingly common, but often just as prevalent as 'intact' families. Generally, children of divorce have been traditionally regarded as having the most difficult role within a blended family. However, a simple look at the facts re... More..
Personal Finance > Managing Debt How to get beyond debt reduction to debt avoidance: 2 of 6
If you have already gotten on the road to debt reduction, congratulations! You are far ahead of many of your deep-in-debt peers. As a nation, Americans spend $1.04 for every dollar they earn; clearly, debt is a huge problem that, for many of us, is increasingly difficult to avoid. Surprisingly, this is a relatively recent ph... More..
Travel > Europe Book reviews: Notes From a Small Island by Bill Bryson: 1 of 3
In Notes From a Small Island, Bill Bryson paints an intimate, often hilarious portrait of travel around Britain. A native of Iowa but longtime resident of England, Bryson is able to appreciate the eccentricities and unique culture the British people, while maintaining a foreigner's objectivity. The result is pure magic, and ... More..
Travel > Destination Guides (Other) Great destinations for romantic honeymoons: 4 of 11
Looking for a honeymoon right out of Arabian nights? How about staying in a romantic 16th century hotel on the grounds of a palace, and enjoying the relaxation of sitting in Mediterranean cafes? What about downhill skiing? Believe it or not, there is a single location that offers all of the above and more - Granada, Spain. N... More..
Relationships & Family > Marriage & Divorce (Other) The government's role in marriage: 3 of 7
The debate over government's role in marriage is a complex one because throughout history, the institution of marriage has changed dramatically. Having been a contractual agreement and at the same time subject to religious law, marriage is in the precarious position of having historical precedent in both church and state. In... More..
Politics, News & Issues > US Elections (Other) The argument for outlawing organized political parties in the US: 3 of 7
With the nation so divided into red states and blue states, and with many Americans no longer able to tell the difference between Democrats and Republicans over the bickering and high-pitched talking points, it is time to consider ways to improve our political system. Make no mistake - I am not so radical as to advocate a Je... More..
Parenting & Pregnancy > Baby Safety Strategies for keeping baby safe from burn hazards: 3 of 6
While there are many potential burn hazards to children, the most serious threat is scalding by hot liquid. Over 80% of all burns to children under the age of five are due to scalding by high-temperature liquids. Scalding burns are serious and can be potentially life threatening to small children. The most common causes of s... More..
Food & Drink > Cooking (Other) Great seasonal spring ingredients for your cooking recipes: 3 of 6
While many of us living in places with frigid winters don't have access to local fresh produce until late May or early June, there is no reason to miss out on the delicious options that growers from more southern climes can provide at this time of year. By adding some of the newly available produce to your recipes, you can c... More..
Travel > Travel Planning & Advice Where to go to exchange US currency for foreign: 2 of 4
With so many automatic bank machines around the world, currency exchange is the easiest it has ever been. While there are still many kiosks at international airports and banks that will exchange US dollars for local currency, it is easiest and safest to use a debit or credit card at a foreign ATM to get the cash you need. Wh... More..