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A New Summer Cocktail Called Hugo
Try this new, delicious, refreshing, and most importantly, easy to make cocktail idea from Germany. Similar to a mojito, it is the perfect addition to a hot summer day.
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Funny American Idioms for Non-English Speakers
Idioms are a commonly used form of speech which can lead to a lot of confusion when the person is not a native speaker.
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How to Write a Thank You Letter to an Organ Donor Family
Writing a thank you letter is especially important if someone has given you an organ. These tips will make the process easier.
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How to Write a Personal Letter to Accompany an Offer on a Home Purchase
Practical advice on drafting a personal letter to accompany a home purchase offer in a very competitive housing market.
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Advantages and Disadvantages of Living Abroad
Living overseas is an experience that will have a lifelong effect on your life. As with all experiences, there are upsides and downsides to making such moves.
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How to Say Goodbye When Someone You Love Is Dying
Navigating the process to say goodbye when a loved one is dying can be made more manageable if you keep these ten useful tips in mind.
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How To Paint A Room With Wood Paneling
Step by step instructions on how to paint wood paneling as well as selecting your paint color for the job.
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Life, as I know it, is about my three boys. Or maybe four, if I include my husband. And it is about keeping up with them: their feet which never stop moving and their minds, which are always wandering. If you don't find me on the local baseball field, you can be sure I am washing glue out of my kids' hair. Or, just maybe, you might find me hiding away in front of the computer, writing...
In my other life, I am a 40-something with a passion for travel, languages, food, and home improvement. I was born in Germany and grew up in Brazil before relocating to the United States. I have a Masters degree in Organizational Psychology from Columbia University and dream of ways to satisfy my creative interests while keeping up with my responsibilities as a family of five.