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White Elephant Gift Swaps

by Pat Merewether

A White Elephant swap is traditionally an American or "Yankee" game. Here is the basic game, however, I've played several variations which I'll explain later. Each person brings a rather useless or odd item,... published 4 days ago

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Findng the Perfect Holiday Gift for Everyone on Your List

by Pat Merewether

GIFTS FOR EVERYONE: Finding a gift for everyone without going broke is a tall order. For some folks the list contains only a few people, while for others the list reaches the floor. I worked in an office... published 5 days ago

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Tips For Holiday Decorating

by Pat Merewether

Decorating for the holidays can become routine and rather boring. I try to do a little something different every year. Nothing super dramatic, just a little touch here and there. Wall Art If you have... published 5 days ago

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Fly Friendly - Tips for Airplane Passanger Etiquite

by Pat Merewether

Flying is not fun, but you can make it more enjoyable for your fellow passengers and yourself if you follow some rules of common courtesy and etiquette. 1. When in line to board the plane, avoid wearing... published 5 days ago

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Shop With Cash and Save Money

by Pat Merewether

I rarely carried cash in the past, but lately I find I use it more and more. For instance, yesterday I saved two dollars by paying cash when I filled my gas tank. This may not seem like much, but two dollars... published 5 days ago

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Setting Up A Household Budget

by Pat Merewether

When I first moved out on my own, a budget became a necessity and helped me avoid disaster and save money for unexpected emergencies. Here are a few tips to help make it a little easier to get started. 1.... published 5 days ago

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Money Saving Tips For Single Parents

by Pat Merewether

Living on a budget isn't easy, especially for a single parent, but there are ways to save money in nearly every area if you know where to look. Food: The best way to save money on food is to plan ahead. My... published 5 days ago

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Stuffed Acorn Squash - Green Veggies - Baked Apples

by Pat Merewether

Winter squash grows well in our veggie garden, so we end up with about two dozen at the end of the season. Because of this, and because we love Acorn squash, I look for a variety of ways to cook them. One... published 3 weeks ago

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Confessions of a Wal-Mart Shopper

by Pat Merewether

I returned to my home town several years ago to discover it was missing. The family-owned drugstore that had been in business for three generations had a FOR SALE sign in the window. The small department... published 3 weeks ago

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Tips For Buying A Coffee Table

by Pat Merewether

Coffee tables make living spaces comfortable and add convenience and beauty to any home provided they 'fit' the space and lifestyle of the people who will use it. Size, style, materials, placement, even safety... published 3 weeks ago

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