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The beginning of the new year always seems like a good time to get rid of things that you've been meaning to. But some junk you just can't get rid of on Freecyle or Craigslist. He
Six months ago, I had plans. Lots of them. Career plans. Vacation plans. Financial plans. Then everything fell apart. My mother became ill. She had already been ill, having been di
Have you heard the rumor that goes, "Did you know Armour Etch can fix eyeglass scratches?" I had to see (ha!) if it was true for myself. Read on to find out what happened...
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What You Don't Know About Sushi
Think you know a thing or two about sushi, eh? I thought the same thing until Trevor Corson, author of The Zen of Fish made a guest appearance on my local radio station to dispe
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12 Gov't Social Media Accounts You Should Follow
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6 Meditation Alternatives for People With Busy Minds
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Why You Should Throw a Dinner Party to Talk About Death
Invite your friends over. Get the drinks flowing. Then get into a deep discussion about death. It won't be as bad as you think.
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5 Potluck Parties That Help You Share the Wealth
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Dry Cleaning: Hazard to Your Wallet (and Maybe Your Health)
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5 Ways to Get Junk Gone
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The 5 Best Fabric Softeners
Do you like your clothes feeling extra soft? Then add any one of these five superb fabric softeners to your next laundry run.
How to Spring Clean Your Whole Life — One Step at a Time
Spring cleaning can seem overwhelming, but there is a way to organize your entire life, one step at a time.
5 Tips to Cut Moving Expenses
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15 Surprising Insurance Policies You Might Need
For just about any life event, there's an insurance policy to cover it. Do you need one of these plans?
6 Simple Tips to Keep Your Car Running Longer
How often your car breaks down and how much repairs cost are largely within your control. Learn how to care for your car right, so it keeps running.
6 Reasons Introverts Make the Best Employees
Face it — introverts get a bad rap. Truth is these smart, sincere, and hard-working people are the perfect addition to your workforce.
10 Things to Look for Every Time You Visit a Thrift Store
Like finding awesome stuff at great prices? Make the most of your thrift-store trips by always keeping an eye out for these items.
Insights From the World's 9 Most Frugal Cultures
In every corner of the globe, there are people that spend less and save more than we do. Let's follow their lead.
Get Free High-End Haircuts as a Hair Model
If your locks getting long, but your wallet is short, become a hair model. You can get a high-dollar cut for almost nothing.
Financial Peace in Hard Times
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Armor Etch can be a cheap fix for your scratched eyeglasses
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