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Why do so few people live within walking--or at least bicycling--distance from where they work? I've asked a lot of people this question and gotten a lot of different answers. Some people want big houses, others big lawns. [more]
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Voluntary simplicity versus poverty
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Incentive plans always go awry
Ever worked someplace that had an incentive plan (as in, "Hit these targets and you'll get a bonus")? Here's a little tidbit for you: Incentive plans always go awry.
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Going on a date when you have kids can be expensive, but these creative, free babysitting alternatives will have the whole family looking forward to date night.
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