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Tackle digital housecleaning this spring The warmer months are always a great time to do a little spring cleaning, but don't ignore the digital gadgets and gizmos you have laying around the house. It's probably been months since you organized your computer files, or double-checked the batteries in your emergency devices to make sure everything is ready to go when you need it. |
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The new love rules: Even love letters have gone digital For centuries, people have expressed their words of love and affection through love letters, a meaningful tradition that continues to this day. Though much has changed since the days of Shakespearean sonnets, love letters are still a personal and inexpensive way to show someone special you care. |
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The lean protein that can help you fulfill forgotten resolutions to eat better The new year is well under way - do you remember your resolution to live a balanced lifestyle in 2010? Are you making progress toward that goal? Or has the resolution drifted away as the calendar pages turned? It's not too late to get a fresh start at keeping that promise to yourself. |
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How to care for your feathered garden friends year round Your garden says a lot about who you are. By carefully choosing and arranging plants, tilling soil, and caring for your flowers and vegetables, you bring a part of nature into your life. In addition to the visual appeal of the plants, gardens attract wildlife. Rabbits and squirrels, butterflies and birds all enjoy your garden, adding to the beauty. |
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Fast beauty hints for today's time-pressed moms With today's hectic lifestyles, time is often hard to come by. As many of us try to juggle multiple responsibilities, the thing that often gets the least attention is our beauty regimen. For women who want to look and feel their best this holiday season, here are a few time-saving tips. |
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Female Winter Olympic athletes share medal-winning winter beauty tips Winter can take a toll on anyone's beauty regimen. Extreme cold makes skin dry and flaky, wind strips moisture from hair and temperature changes from inside to outside make it hard to dress appropriately. U.S. Olympic athletes who are gliding down ski slopes, spending hours on the ice and training in biting temperatures know firsthand how harsh winter elements can do more than put a damper on your looks -- it can also affect the health of hair and skin. |
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New garden superstars blend charm and practicality From hardy hybrids to stylish, smart gardens, spring 2010 promises exciting new plants and products for garden lovers everywhere. |
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Snow and ice removal a matter of safety and liability As residents and business owners tire of clearing snow and ice from sidewalks, driveways and parking lots, they are probably not thinking about lawsuits, fines and jail time. But maybe they should. The public's demand for winter safety and mobility isn't confined to roadways alone; it also includes pedestrian safety and mobility. |
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Stay warm, stay safe when using supplemental heat sources To reduce home heating costs every winter, Americans turn to supplemental heat sources like gas fireplaces, wood stoves and kerosene heaters. While these heat sources can help reduce energy bills and keep homes warmer, experts say users should be aware of - and take steps to mitigate - potential fire and carbon monoxide risks. |
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Decode the SAT and ACT tests and prep for success Get good grades, graduate high school, go to your dream college - sounds simple, right? It can be, as long as research and preparation are paired with your hard work and ambition. One of the key ways college admissions staff determines how you stack up to other college-bound hopefuls are standardized test scores, namely the SAT test and the ACT test, along with the other elements of your application package. Those who score highest on the SAT and ACT tests have a distinct advantage amid tough competition to enter the nation's top colleges and universities. It makes sense to do your homework on the SAT test and the ACT test and learn how to ace them. |
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Liven up cocktails with coffee Getting good friends together for some good food, good times and laughter is a lot of fun during the winter months. When it comes to celebrating with drinks, use your imagination in the kitchen and incorporate ingredients that your guests won't expect, like coffee. |
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Keep your heart health in mind Heart disease is the No. 1 killer of women older than 25 in the United States, according to the American Heart Association (AHA), but many people aren't aware of how serious the problem is. |
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Top 5 spring allergy mistakes to avoid this season Do you sneeze and wheeze all spring long? If so, you may be making common mistakes that keep you from preventing spring allergies. The American College of Allergy, Asthma and Immunology (ACAAI) alerts allergy sufferers to avoid these five common mistakes. |
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Will you be fiscally fit in 2010? How is your financial health? If you're not sure where to begin in assessing your fiscal well-being, here's a brief checklist you can review to generate some good ideas. |
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Break-ups, hook-ups and outbursts! Oh my! Wonderwall captures another year in the life of a celebrity Now that 2010 is in full swing, we can look back on 2009 and see it for what it was: one of the biggest years in entertainment news. The celebrity-watchers at Wonderwall.com remind Americans that there are too many shocking, laugh-out-loud and memorable Hollywood moments to ignore. Here's a look at some of the top celebrity stories of 2009. |
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Get ready to hit the powder this ski season Skiers and snowboarders are an enthusiastic bunch. Even during last year's recession, more than 57 million people hit the slopes during the 2008-2009 season, according to the National Ski Association. And with record snowfall recorded throughout North America and the Winter Olympics starting in mid February, this season is slated to be even bigger. |