In Medieval times, when I was a kid, everyone had PF flyers. Then we got Jack Purcell tennis shoes. Next came Converse hi-tops. Sneakers were sneakers. Everyone basically wore the same gym shoes, in every possible shade of WHITE. Now,…
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Everyone loves a bargain. Vintage clothing has become fashionable among celebrities. Suddenly, everyone is flocking to resale shops to find funky outfits from bygone eras. How are Consignment and Resale Shops Alike? Consignment shops and thrift stores are alike in…
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ProActive works, but not well enough. My teen saw the infomercials, with the before-and-after photos of celebrities and regular people. Jessica Simpson, Lindsey Lohan, Kelly Clarkson, Elle MacPherson, Vanessa Williams and other lovelies filled our TV screen with their blemish-free…
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What are the most commonly accepted hues for traditional men’s and women’s business suits in the corporate workplace? Career wear has changed dramatically in recent years. The trend began with Casual Friday, as khakis and loafers replaced pinstripes and wingtips…
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May 15, 2014 Friends and Peers
Everyone’s doing it! Whatever “it” is, do you feel like you have to participate? Why? Are you a people-pleaser? How much do you care about what others think about you? Of course, it is important to care about people, but…
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Adoptive parents can play an important role in an adoptee’s search for his or her birthparents. As a parent, one must choose to help facilitate the process or stand in the way. By retaining copies of adoption records in a…
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Calling the clan for a gracious get-together! Young and old alike will want to participate, if you plan a worthwhile family reunion program in an enticing environment. Consider the acrostic F-A-M-I-L-Y: Faraway family members will appreciate your consideration, as you…
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In theory, it’s simple to say no to sex. How many teens make rock-solid commitments to abstain from sex? However, when the passion hits, and the moment heats up, it can be much more difficult to fend off feelings. What…
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Genealogists construct family histories, diagram family trees and uncover family lore with passion and purpose. While pursuing the past, why not create a clan calendar, so you can share and enjoy what you have discovered for the future? A family…
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Do you trust people easily? Trust can be a wonderful thing. It’s the center of any real relationship, but it must be earned. True trust can stand the test of temptation. True trust can withstand peer pressure. Yes, true trust…
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Sentiments of Sympathy: How to Sign a Sympathy Card What words can you write to encourage those who have lost a loved one to death? Many people find these moments quite challenging, and most struggle to find the right words…
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