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My eBay Challenge for 2023
Read on o see what my eBay Business Goals are for 2023 and how close I am to reaching them.
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All About Karen Hellier: The ABC Challenge
This article is in response to a challenge by Pamela Oglesby to tell others about myself using the ABC Challenge. I challenge you all to do the same!
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What I Did in 3 Days in Salt Lake City, Utah
Three days in Salt Lake City—from touring This Is the Place Heritage Park to hearing the Mormon Tabernacle Choir rehearse, here are the highlights of my amazing visit to Utah's capital.
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5 Things I Do Differently Since My Breast Cancer Diagnosis
After being diagnosed with breast cancer, I researched as much as I could about cancer and its possible causes. I knew I had to change my lifestyle. Read below to find out what I discovered.
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Setting My Goals for 2021
Each year I set goals for myself for the following year. Read on to see what my goals are for 2021 and how I will track my progress.
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Santa Trivia: Questions and Answers About Santa Claus
This Christmas trivia quiz is all about Santa Claus! Play the game to see how well you know your Santa facts, and share it with your friends and family to compare scores.
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College Scholarships with Deadlines in September
If you are a student looking for a college scholarship to help pay for college, read the article below that includes links to scholarships with September deadlines. And see my other articles with tips for applying to scholarships.
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College Scholarships With Deadlines in August
If you are looking for college scholarships to apply to for the upcoming school year, read below to find scholarships you can apply to during the month of August, 2018
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What It's Like to Visit the Gold & Silver Pawn Shop From "Pawn Stars"
I recently took a trip to the Gold & Silver Pawn Shop of History Channel fame. Read below to see what it's like actually to visit the store.
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5 Easy Meals for Busy Families
Are you a busy parent who needs quick meal ideas? Read on to find great easy meals for parents to create in a hurry.
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Things to Do in Copenhagen, Denmark, When Short on Time
Get ideas for what you can do in Copenhagen, Denmark, if you only have time for a short visit.
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3 Ways to Increase Your Earnings on HubPages
This article includes my three best tips to earn more money as a writer on HubPages. Read on to see how you can earn more money on HubPages also!
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How to Eat Out for Free on Your Birthday
I was able to get enough freebies from restaurants that I got free meals all day long on my birthday. Read on to see how you can do the same!
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How to Find a New Church That Will Light up Your Spiritual Life
Are you struggling at your church and wondering if you should look for a new church? Below are some great tips to help you find a new church to help meet your spiritual needs.
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A Two Week Transatlantic Cruise to Europe on the Caribbean Princess
Having recently returned from a two-week transatlantic cruise, this article offers a peek into what you can expect from this type of cruise.
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If You Are Thinking About Getting a Personal Trainer, You Might Just Need a Dog
Read on to see how a dog can help you lose weight and stay in shape!
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Boyds Bears Are No Longer Being Produced
If you collect teddy bears or just think they are sweet, you will want to read this article about Boyds Bears, which are no longer being produced.
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When God Sends You a Clear Message
I received a clear message from God about my plans. Has this ever happened to you? Read on to see what His message was to me.
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An Easy Way to Spread Joy to Those You Love
Finding some note cards with the word "joy" on them has given me a wonderful idea to spread joy to those I love. read on to see what I have decided to do...
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Hanging Onto Writing For Content Mills is Like Hanging Onto a Bad Relationship
Writing for content mills will not earn you the money you deserve. Find out why here and gain some tips on how to earn more money as a freelance writer.
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Christmas Tour of the Tate House in Tate, Georgia
The Tate House in Georgia offers a wonderful seasonal tour at Christmas. Learn how the beautiful decorations, seasonal music, and refreshments come together for a delightful holiday experience.
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My Summer of Earning Money as an Entrepreneur
My dream is to work from home as an entrepreneur. Read my plan to give it a trial run this summer (2014).
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The Perks of Pedometer Walking
A pedometer is good for one's health and a challenging and fun way to stay in shape.
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Time's Running Out! Have You Accomplished Everything You Want in Your Life?
You never know when your time is up on this earth. Do you have a bucket list that helps you accomplish goals and cross them off your list? Here's a couple examples of why you should.
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Vacation Village in the Berkshires: A Review
A review of Vacation Village in the Berkshires of Massachusetts for those looking for a nice place to stay while on vacation.
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Got a Goal? Get a Blog!
Start a blog to help you reach your goal. Here's how blogging can help...
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What Determines HubPages Success?
Success as a writer means different things to each individual. That's also true for writer's on the HubPages website.
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Saving Money to Go on a Cruise Vacation
Cruise vacations are just a dream for many. Here are some tips to help you save for and take your dream cruise vacation.
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Pain is Worse in Darkness
Emotional or physical pain seems to be worse at night, in the darkness when there's no one else around to help you feel better. Here are some steps you can take to alleviate pain at night.
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The Worst Job I Ever Had
In reviewing all the many jobs I have had in my life, there is one that stands out as the worst job EVER! Read on and guess which one it is...
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The Delights of Historic Dahlonega, Georgia
Dahlonega, Georgia, is filled with history and uniquely Southern shops, sites and food. A recent visit there proved worth the trip for a day of enjoyment in the North Georgia mountains.
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My Best Mother's Day Yet!
I never liked Mother's Day until this year!
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What Type of Writer Are You?
I write creative non-fiction. Some categories include fiction, non-fiction, poetry, technical and the list goes on. Read on if you are a writer and maybe you will discover what kind of writer you are!
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Marriott Residence Inn at Placentia, California: A Review
Need a good hotel 6 miles from Disneyland in Anaheim, California? Check out this review before booking.
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California Adventure: A Disney Theme Park in Anaheim California
California Adventure is a lesser known Disney theme park situated right next to Disneyland. Still full of fun attractions, read on to see what fun this theme park has to offer Disney fans of all ages!
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Barnes and Noble Booksellers: A Mini Vacation for Readers
An extra hour and a Barnes and Noble Booksellers store can provide refreshment and rest for weary minds.
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Rekindle the Romance With Your Spouse
Work and chores and kids can all get in the way of romance for married couples. Here are some ways to rekindle those early feelings of love!
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Kids Say the Darndest Things; Why Can't Adults?
The phrase 'How are you?" can bring forth a myriad of responses, some honest some not. I wish all adults could be as honest as children when asked that question.
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Bora Bora, an Island of Beauty and Simplicity
Bora Bora is one of the most beautiful and laid back islands of French Polynesia. A must see for tourists looking for the simple and beautiful island experience
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Grocery Shopping: It Doesn't Have to be a Love/Hate Relationship
If you don't like to grocery shop, these tips will help make it easier on you and your pocketbook!
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Snowed In: Things to Do When You Are Snowed in by a Blizzard!
A blizzard in New England had me recently snowed in for almost 48 hours. Here's a creative list of things to keep yourself busy if the ever happens to you!
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Les Miserables: A Movie Review
A review of the 2012 movie, "Les Miserables, starring Hugh Jackman, Anne Hathaway, Russell Crowe, and Amanda Seyfried.
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Join Me in Four Hub Challenges in 2013
Who's ready to join me in some Hub Page Challenges? Read on for dates of my 4 Hub Page Challenges in 2013.
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Debt Free For Life by David Bach: A Book Review
Review of Debt Free For Life, a book by David Bach that gives great tips about how to pay your debt down quickly. Full of useful resources and websites.
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Holiday Cut Out Cookie Recipe
A basic delicious sugar cookie dough for your Christmas cookie cut outs and for any other holiday as well!
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Be Good To Yourself as a Stay-at-Home- Mom
Being a stay-at home mom is a rewarding job, but can be overwhelming. Here are 20 tips to help at home moms be more organized and enjoy their time with their children.
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Quick Stress Busting Ideas for Stay-at- Home Moms (and Dads!)
At home parenting is a wonderful job but has it's tough days too. Here's a list of 10 stress busting ideas to help at home parents get through a crazy day!
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Collecting Christmas Tree Ornaments Adds Joy to the Season
Collecting Christmas tree ornaments adds a special touch of memories during the Christmas season. Whether for adults or families with children, a Christmas tree ornament collection is a wonderful treasure for years to come.
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Homemade Chili Recipe
Very easy chili recipe that can be as hot or as mild as your and your family like. Ideas for serving suggestions included.
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United Club: A Special Treat for Weary United Airlines Travelers
If you travel a lot and fly on United , it's worth joining the United Club to enjoy the benefits of relaxing in their Club Room at over 24 major U.S. cities as well as other cities around the world. Read on for all the perks...
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Biking in Amsterdam
If you enjoy biking, you will want to read all about biking in the wonderful city of Amsterdam!
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The Vow By Kim Carpenter: A Book Review
A review of the book about a Christian couple who was in a car accident shortly after their marriage. The book deals with the aftermath of the couple after the wife has a brain injury.
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What I did on My One Month Cruise Vacation to Hawaii and Tahiti
I just returned from a one month cruise vacation and made a list of all I was able to accomplish during 4 weeks. Wow, I was amazed at the list. You might be too!
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Writing is Like Breathing to Me
I love to write, even on vacation. This hub tells about my lifelong journey to becoming a writer.
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Taking a Vacation and Still Earning Money With HubPages
I took a one month vacation and still earned residual income on Hub Pages. Read the hub to see my statistics and proof that you can make money on Hub Pages while you sleep, or while you take a vacation.
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List of What to Take When Camping
This is a comprehensive list of what to take when camping, whether it be tent, RV, or cabin.
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Intrusion Upon a Neighbor
A poem about aging from a young woman's observation.
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This Christmas Will Be Different
A poem about Christmas and finally getting to spend the Christmas season living in the same house as my husband. We have been married for 2 years, but only recently were able to live in the same house. I look forward to spending this Christmas season, and as many more as God will give us together.
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Voice of the Minstrel, a Poem
After a romantic breakup in college, I went with a bunch of friends to New Hampshire for the weekend, and it started my heart on the road to healing! Below is a poem I wrote about that experience
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Bermuda, My Paradise II
After returning from my first trip to Bermuda, I wrote this poem about how Bermuda has touched my heart and made me want to return. I have been back once since the original trip, but it's a place I want to return to again and again.
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HubPages Challenge: 10 Hubs in 10 Days
Preparing for my next Hub Page Challenge from October 1st - October 10th.
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Meeting Bobby Sherman: A Life Changing Experience, Part 2
Meeting Bobby Sherman was a life changing experience for me. Read for a description of the actual event and how it changed my life!
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Walking Tip For Weight Loss: Keep Your Sneakers In Your Car
For those of us who are perpetually trying to lose weight, this tip of keeping my sneakers in my car has helped me tremendously. Read on to find out why...
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Work at Home: Profile of Mystery Shopper Jane Doe
For anyone who has ever thought about becoming a mystery shopper, this hub explains pros and cons of this business. Includes a website to get you started for free!
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Work at Home: Profile of College Consultant Francine Schwartz
Want to start a home business as a college consultant? Here's the story of Fran Schwartz and how she did just that! Her business offers high school students and families the opportunity to find the college that is the right fit for them.
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Meeting Bobby Sherman: A Life Changing Experience, Part 1
This is part 1 of my experience meeting Bobby Sherman as an adult during the Teen Idols Tour in 1998. Also included is a You Tube video of Bobby Sherman singing "Julie Do Ya Love Me"
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Norwegian Epic Cruise Ship: A Photo Essay
This article includes many photos of Norwegian Epic, a unique cruise ship. This ship cruises the Eastern Caribbean and Europe. Here's my experience with my room, the pool area, entertainment, dining, and more
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Scrapbooks are Important to Children in Foster Care
Scrap Books are great gifts to create for our children, but to a child in foster care, it can be especially therapeutic.
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Boys State and Girls State Programs Through The American Legion
American Legion sponsored program for junior boys and girls offers a 1 week summer program all about politics. For the high school junior who is interested in this field, it's a great opportunity to try out the world of politics and meet other teens from across your state.
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Ayn Rand Essay Contests for High School Students
High school and college students who have read and understand Ayn Rands books have the opportunity to write an essay and win money. The 4 contests and qualifications for each are outlined in this hub.
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"Miserly Moms": A Book Review
Miserly Moms is a book geared toward stay at home moms who want to save money. Great read filled with tips for all moms.
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A Glorious Day at the Beach With the Kids
A memory of a wonderful summer day I spent at the beach with my children.
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I Had a Heart Attack at 45 ... and I'm a Woman!
Having a heart attack when I was 45 years old was quite a shock for me. This is my story that I hope other women can learn from.
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How to Stay Organized in High School
Tips for high school students to stay organized and get better grades. Students who get better grades in high school will qualify for better colleges and scholarship money.
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Thou Shalt Not Covet...Thy Daughter's Dog???!!!
Adopting a dog from the Humane Society can be a blessing to a family. Here's the story of how my daughter adopted a dog that has brightened our lives!
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Wedding Receptions at The Mill on the River in South Windsor, Connecticut
Wedding reception sites in Connecticut are very expensive. At the mill on the River restaurant, not only do you have a beautiful venue, but delicious food as well. And the grounds on the property are perfect for taking pictures of the bride and groom.
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Teen Volunteering
Volunteering gives valuable experience to teenagers today. The skills learned can be added to resumes and help on college and scholarship applications. Included is an actual essay from a teen about her volunteer experience at a convalescent home.
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How HubPages is Helping Me Follow My Writing Dream
Writing for HubPages is helping fuel my dream of becoming a writer. My dream is to work from home as a writer, and HubPages is helping me reach my dream through earnings money online.
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Wedding Photos: Candid Photos are Important to Tell the Rest of the Story
Candid photos of a wedding day are just as important as formal photos. It's important to include both so the bride and groom will have many memories of their day, that they may not have been able to capture with formal portraits only.
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Collecting Teddy Bears
Collecting teddy bears is a delightful hobby. Teddy bears originated with President Theodore Roosevelt, and are produced by such companies as Steif, The Vermont Teddy bear Company, Boyds, Bearinton Bears,Gund, and TY. Older teddy bears are quite pricey, but I collect bears I fall in love with.
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National Moms Nite Out: Panera Bread, Red Velvet Cupcakes and Lots More Goodies!
Moms interested in freebies should head to their local Simon Mall in May each year. Simon Malls across the country hold a National Moms Nite Out each year on the Thursday before Mother's Day.Moms get lots of free samples and chances to win prizes throughout the night.
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Southeastern Connecticut Attractions for Families, Part 1: Historic Sites
Review of 5 historic sites in Southeastern CT including Mashantucket Pequot Museum and Research center, Shantok Village of Uncas,The Leffingwell Inn,Mystic Seaport,The Submarine Force Museum and Nautilus.
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Make a Difference Day
Volunteer with the rest of the United States on Make a Difference Day. This National Day of Volunteering takes place the 4th Saturday of every October, and the article lists ways to volunteer and how to register for Make a Difference Day.
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Walking the Dog Through the Seasons
Finding he beauty all around me outside while wlking my dog has been a wonderful experience. This article talks about what I have observed in Fall, Winter and Spring on walks with my daughter's dog.
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Fire Walk: Walking on Hot Coals With Tony Robbins
Anthony Robbins takes seminar attendees through the Firewalk experience of walking on hot coals. This takes place during the 3 day seminar entitled,"Unleash The Power Within" that Tony Robbins presents all over the world. This hub is the actual account of my firewalk experience.
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I Hate to Clean My House: 32 Things I Would Rather Be Doing
32 things I would rather do than clean. I hate to clean and find it useless so here's a list of what I would rather do!
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Hospice Volunteer: My Experience
As a Hospice volunteer I led a committee to promote a Hospice Walkathon. I also acted as a bereavement volunteer.The hospice program is a wonderful organization to help the terminally ill die with dignity.
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Americorps NCCC: Teen and Young Adult Volunteers in the U.S.
The Americorps NCCC program is the perfect plan for students graduating from high school but not ready for college. Teens and young adults can volunteer for ten months of service with a financial and education stipend while doing good for others.
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Americorps Vista Volunteers: Gain Work Experience by Helping Others
Like the Peace Corps, Americorps Vista Volunteers program helps others but this program is within the domestic United States.From building homes with Habitat for Humanity to fighting illiteracy, volunteer opportunities are available across the country.Vista volunteers receive a small stipend,...
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Celebrating 45 Years of Friendship
My best friend and I have been friends for 45 years. This article is about all we have endured together through all the years of our friendship, and a celebration of our life long friendship.
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Bucket Lists for Couples
You've heard of The Bucket List starring Morgan Freeman and Jack Nicholson, but this article suggests ideas for making a bucket list for couples. Tips and ideas for bucket list goals are included.
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I'm a Cruise Fanatic: 15 Reasons I Love Cruising
I have cruised on Princess Cruise Lines, Norwegian Cruise Lines (NCL) and Holland America Cruise Lines. I am now addicted to cruising vacations and this article explains my top 15 reasons why.
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Be Thou My Vision: The Hymn That Gave Me Strength While Dealing With a Relative's Drug Addiction
The hymn "Be Thou My Blessing" helped me through a very difficult time, and offers hope to Christians who can use a reminder of God's love in times of trouble.
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12 Reasons Why I Love My Husband
This is my second marriage to a wonderful man. This article explains the 12 reasons why I love this man who gives me unconditional love.
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A High School Tribute to Students With Disabilities
The "R word" is a substitute for the word retard or retarded. This article is about a very touching tribute to Special Education students by students and staff at Norwich Free Academy, a high school in Norwich, CT. Get the Kleenex out!
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How I Met The Love of My Life...Again...and Married Him!
I met my second husband in high school, we drifted apart, and met again after 28 years. This time, we fell in love and got married, and are grateful that we found each other again. This is a great story for people who want to look up a love from their past.
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Life After High School: The 4 Choices
The 4 choices for teens for after high school graduation are discussed in this article. They include college, vocational training, military or work.
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My Miscarriage: The Story of Baby Sam
This is the story of my miscarriage at 9 weeks in my pregnancy. Miscarriage can profoundly affect a woman emotionally and this article takes the reader through my experience, heartbreak, and subsequent healing.
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30 Hubs in 30 Days Challenge: The Tip That Worked Best For Me!
The one tip that worked best for me while taking on the challenge of writing 30 hub articles on Hub Pages in 30 days.
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The Emptying Nest...When Your Kids are Growing Up and Moving Out
The Emptying Nest is the home where teens are getting ready to move out, but haven't quite gone yet. They may be juniors or seniors in high school, or students in a local college getting ready to graduate. Parents are in the preparation stages for letting go of their children and helping them gain...
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Start a Family Blessings Jar
Teach your children how to be grateful with this example of counting your blessings as a family. A family blessings jar is a way to be grateful and share that gratefulness with other family members.
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10 Ideas for Home Daycare Field Trips
Home daycare is a popular work-from-home profession. This article gives 10 field trip ideas for home daycares.
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A Blessings Journal: A Way to Remind Yourself of All the Positives in Your Life
This article describes how to start an "attitude of gratitude" in your own life. Starting a blessings journal helps you stay positive and be grateful for the positives in your life.
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Goal: 30 Hubs in 30 Days
My journey of taking on the challenge of writing 30 articles for HubPages, in 30 days.
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I Have Adult ADD...Yippee!
My true story of finding out I have Adult ADD. Explains the journey of suffering ADD symptoms and the emotional toll this has taken on my life from childhood to adulthood.
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Macaroni Kid: Free Local E-Newsletter With Events for Families
Macaroni Kid is a nationwide FREE email newsletter with information about family events going on in your community. Articles for parenting are included.
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Scholarships: 4 Common Qualifiers Scholarship Committees Look for
A look at what scholarship committees search for when awarding scholarships to high school students.
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College Scholarships For Teens: 6 Different Types to Look For
Smart high school students who are going to college should be looking for scholarships.Here are 6 categories of scholarships to look for.
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Epoll:Answer Surveys to Earn Free Gift Cards and Cash Online
Sharing information about Epoll.com, a free way to earn gift cards/money on the internet. Answer survey questions and you can earn free gift cards to take your loved ones out to dinner!