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Top 5 places in the u.s where people have spent their New Years Eve

Jan 1st, 2009
by Tina.
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How to ring in the new year safely and with style

Dec 30th, 2008
by Tina.
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new years eve

Here are two ways to bring in the new year!!!!

  1. Enjoy the great indoors

    Sometimes it is nice to relax and ring in the new years in the comfort of your home. You don’t have to think about fighting the crowds or finding a designated driver because you had a little too much alcohol. Watching TV, keeping warm by the fireplace, having family and friends over, getting drunk can be a great change from going out and partying.

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Short Last Minute Checklist for a Christmas party

Dec 25th, 2008
by Tina.
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  • Food Preparation:

    Certain foods are better when they’re cooked at the last minute or right before the party. For example, the cooked turkeys, stuffings, etc. My dad, who is a chef, always says with cooking expect the unexpected. There might be an ingredient you forgot or time running out before the guests come. He says the best thing to do in this situation is to improvise or stall the guests.

  • Ambiance Preparation:

    Christmas is a fun time to awaken all your senses. Christmas carols playing in the background can create a great holiday ambiance. Prepare last minute decorations such as floral centerpieces for the table, lighting, and candles.

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How to make a difference this holiday season: Donors Choose

Dec 23rd, 2008
by Tina.
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I was surfing the web for a unique way of contributing this holiday season and came across Donors Choose. It is a novel idea that links students and donors.

The organization works in three steps as outlined in their homepage.

  1. Teachers ask for classroom project materials (money for books, art supplies, etc)

  2. You choose a project that fits your passion (reading, math, photography)

  3. Students learn and appreciate

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How to make a difference this holiday season: KIVA

Dec 22nd, 2008
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The holiday season is a great time to bring joy into another’s life. I recently came across a unique way to make that difference. It is an organization called KIVA. Its mission is to link lenders with entrepreneurs in the developing world. As a lender you can providing the stepping stone for entrepreneurs who are otherwise unable to foster their ideas. You can help their dreams become reality.

It is a great and easy way to connect with people all over the world in various industries. Their stories are posted on the website with a concise summary on what they would want to use the money for. You can choose based on your passions. Loans have helped entrepreneurs with their photography business, farming business, supporting education, etc.

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5 more ways to have the best holiday season

Dec 9th, 2008
by Tina.
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small family dinner

  1. Plan your own get together

    Holiday is a time when people come together. It is fun to go out with friends to a bar, restaurant, or have your own potluck.

  2. Volunteer your time and contribute to others

    Holiday time is also a time of giving. Many organizations are in need of volunteers to help. These include Salvation Army, American Red Cross, hospitals, homeless shelters, etc.

  3. Relax

    Taking time to care for yourself is important. Listen to holiday music, read a good book, watch TV, etc.

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5 ways to have the best holiday season

Dec 8th, 2008
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lights

  1. Keep within your budget

    Finances can be especially tight this holiday season, so it is important to keep within your budget. It doesn’t meet the holiday will be dull and boring, but rather adjustments need to be made and you have to be clear on how much you will spend. I usually write down the budget next to the person’s name or an event so I can see how much I would be spending. If my budget is $1000/month I have to plan accordingly. Budgeting can be tedious, but it is worth every penny rather than going into further debt.

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5 Things I plan to do this Thanksgiving

Nov 27th, 2008
by Tina.
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happy turkey day

HAPPY THANKSGIVING! These are five things that I plan to do today.

  • Help cook

    Thanksgiving is usually an extra great feast at my house. I am not a great cook like parents, I usually like to help out and learn a couple of tricks and secrets from the family recipe.

  • Watch movies

    Like the rest of the holidays, I value taking it easy. Usually pretty funny comedies or good family movies come out around this time.

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How to keep your pets safe during Halloween

Oct 30th, 2008
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cat on a pumpkin

Whether it be dressing up your pets for Halloween or having them in the house to prevent children from scaring them, it’s important to take measures to keep your pets safe. Here are some tips to keep your pets stress-free and safe on Halloween.

  • Find a secure place to keep you pets.

    Many pets get loose when the door opens and the presence of little (and big) costumed people often scares them. This increases the chance your pet running away or getting hit by a car. Also make sure that they cannot reach the candy. If your pet has any aggressive tendencies, fear of loud noises, or a habit of excessive barking, place him in a quiet room as far away from your front door as possible. Give them plenty of chew toys, a favorite blanket or anything that comforts your pet. Also consult your vet for tranquilizers.

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How to have a fun and Happy Halloween

Oct 28th, 2008
by Tina.
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trick or treat

FOR NON-TRICK OR TREATERS:

  • On Halloween night, motorists need to be especially cautious as there will be many people on the streets. Watch for children walking on roadways, curbs and darting out from between parked cars. Children may be hard to spot because of dark costumes.

  • Trick-or-treaters will approach the doorstop, so it is important for homeowners to remove anything that they could trip on. These include garden hoses, toys, bikes and lawn decorations.

  • Wet leaves should be swept from sidewalks and steps.

  • Restrain pets so they don’t inadvertently jump on or bite a trick-or-treater.

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