Inside of the house or out, it doesn’t take a lot of money to find something that everyone in the family will like to do in the winter. There are inexpensive and fun activities that families can enjoy, even in…
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There’s an old, saying that it is virtually impossible to pick out a purse for a woman. This is pretty much true, since there are a lot of factors, concerning this accessory that are personal and specific to the individual…
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Of course the first thing that you should be concerned with when buying sunglasses is their UV capability, and how well they protect your eyes. Exposure to bright sunlight can eventually lead to cataracts, burns, and even cancer. Your glasses…
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Back in the old days, families saved money on footwear for the family and made their shoes last longer by letting the kids go barefoot in the summer. Shoes were kept for special occasions because they were expensive even back…
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Winter can be your skin’s worst enemy. The cold wind dries it out, and the hot, dry air inside the home makes the problem even worse. You will find that the skin routine that you have been using in the…
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Summertime is the season to get out all those lightweight, light colored clothes, that are both comfortable and breathable. Some of these favorite summertime fabrics are made of natural materials, and some are blends of both natural and man-made, but…
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Hair is seldom truly clean. Not only does it collect everything that comes along in the atmosphere on a daily basis, from dust to airborne pollution, we actually add more chemicals by shampooing and conditioning. Shampoos, conditioners, mousse, hair spray,…
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The old saying, what goes around, comes around, is certainly true about clothing styles. And, if you look around, you will find that the coat styles for this winter span every decade from the 60’s to the 90’s. While a…
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May 26, 2015 Friends and Peers
Prosperity begets friends, adversity proves them. Ask anyone who has inherited a fortune, won the lottery, or gained fame and fortune if that adage is true. Nothing will net you more friends than you can count than a sudden rush…
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Not that many years ago, most women had two favorite handbags, a darker color variety for the winter months, and another, in white, that they brought out after Memorial Day. Times have changed, but handbags are still both a necessity…
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A lot of us have virtually no space in our closets to house clothing for every season of the year. So every year, the problem arises as to what to do with the summer clothes when fall comes along. Fortunately,…
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May 16, 2015 Style and Beauty - Other
Many of us are in somewhat of a rut when it comes to how we look. We tend to stay in our comfort zones, even though we are bored with our appearance and wish there was something we could do…
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The reason that moth balls are a repellent is that they are made of naphthalene, a highly toxic chemical, produced from coal tar, that emits fumes. Anyone who has tried to get these fumes out of their clothes knows that…
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Primers have been around for a long time, but normally only when someone is referring to painting a wall. Never the less, the principal for face primer is pretty much the same. A good face primer, and there are dozens…
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Everyone is looking for that perfect relationship, and they are devastated when they sometimes fall apart. Compatibility in a relationship is a rare thing. It takes work, compromise, and understanding. When any of these factors are missing, the relationship will…
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Peppermint is a perennial herb that is used for flavoring, to aid digestion, and it would seem, to control the ph level of your scalp and hair. This cross between watermint and spearmint grows pretty much around the world, where…
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Spring trends in jewelry for 2011 are not subtle. In fact, for those of us who lived through the 60’s and 70’s, it is a case of déjà vu. Everything from necklaces, to bracelets, to earrings are large and overstated….
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After 40 or 50 years of marriage, people may comment on the fact that grandma and grandpa were made for each other. They finish each other’s sentences, know what the other person is thinking before they say anything, and have…
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Even in the toughest economic times, there are fun activities that families can do together. These fall favorites cost little or nothing, but they may someday be the most memorable days in your family’s history. 1. Leaf peeping is an…
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March 21, 2015 Style and Beauty - Other
Chances are that if you have kept most of your accessories from the past decade or more, you can use them again this spring. Scarves and belts have always been a fashion plus, and if you have a closet full…
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Both in social and business situations, women are lead to believe that how they look, and how young they appear determine their chances for success. Life is competitive, and cosmetic companies, and clothing manufacturers, have long since jumped on the…
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Children sometimes seem to outgrow their clothing on a weekly basis. They get a new winter coat or boots at the beginning of the season, and by the end of winter it is almost too small. This can become expensive,…
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Sweaters come in every shape, style, fullness and length, but not all sweaters can be worn by all women. The style that is most flattering depends chiefly on the size and shape of the woman who is going to be…
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Snow pants are like most other articles of clothing. There are many styles, colors, and weights. Like anything else, the variety that is chosen pretty much depends on the needs of the wearer. Snow pants can look very much like…
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Leather gloves come in a variety of styles and types of leather, and are made for a variety of uses. They can be made of cowhide, pigskin, goat, or even deer, lamb, or buffalo, and each leather has a texture…
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Family events like Thanksgiving are supposed to be happy, congenial affairs, where everyone gets along and love abounds. In reality, however, these family reunion dinners often result in more than leftovers. Family members that seldom see each other, may very…
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When it comes to winter wear, there is nothing warmer and more versatile than traditional wool, however, it does need some special care.The proper care of a wool sweater will determine how it looks over the years, and if it…
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Coloring your hair at home is no longer a problem. In fact, it’s a time and money saver, and new products have made it easier than ever before. Finding the color for you is important. Whether you just want to…
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February 26, 2015 Skin and Body
The feet take more stress per pound than any other part of the body. They can also determine how the rest of the body feels. Still,as important as they are, we probably spend less time on them than any other…
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Some couples are driven by their own interests. They are career minded, competitive, and organized individuals, who have their entire lives mapped out. They know where they want to go and how to get there. For these people, even a…
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