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The New American Dream

Time was, the “American Dream” consisted of certain goals that through hard work, some education, a bit of luck and a lot of determination, could be realized.  Now, it seems the American Dream consists more of “nots” than “do’s.”
The “NEW” American Dream is to:

NOT have your house foreclosed or to [...]

Order like a pro (y’all)

I love the audio help offered by the SFoodie blog, Don’t Sound Like a Tool.  Order bruschetta (brew-SKETTA) with confidence and your gyro (YEAR-oh) like a native.
Other posts will teach you to pronounce “semi-arcane” spirits such as Patxaran (PAH-cher-ahn), Korean and Filipino dishes, Italian wines, French cheeses and exotic cookware.
How utterly Boomerlicious!

Happy summer weekend eats and frozen drinks

I received an email from Coca-Cola today with fabulous ideas and recipes for summer food and adult beverages (along with substitutions even the grandkids may enjoy). And there is a $1 coupon for Bacardi mixers.
With the long holiday weekend looming, be sure to look for the Star-Spangled Mixers pictured above … you’ll have to go [...]

Suicide Growing Amongst Baby Boomers

I was sad to read the story in the New York Times this past weekend, reporting that for the second year in a row now, baby boomers have suffered the highest rate of suicide in the United States. In the past, those 80 and older had been most likely to take their own lives, [...]

Dental Care, America’s Unspoken Health Crisis (Pt 3) Navigating the Dental Tourism Jungle

And, dare we say it, dental tourism is an option that may make treatment more fun than a white-knuckled drive to the dentist’s office at lunchtime.It’s not for everyone, but if you do your homework, this may be a chance to combine the work you’ve been delaying with a great vacation.

Ten Tips to Get Back in the Swing of Studying

If you or your kids’ brains remain on vacation mode after the first school bell has rung, you may need help getting back on the academic track. Before homework and tests overwhelm, put these study tips into practice:
1. Get enough sleep! A rested mind is a sharper mind. Eight to 10 hours of sleep a [...]

Bridging the Miles: Tips for the Relocated Family

“Will Grandma still come for my birthday?” “Will I have any more Friday night sleepovers with cousin Joey?” “Will Grandpa still take me fishing?”
Questions like these are common for children facing relocation away from their extended families. Increasingly, employees are rejecting bigger jobs with bigger salaries in order to keep the family together, notes Rita [...]

Making Air Travel More Comfortable, Less Stressful

Busy airports, late connecting flights, bad weather, time zone changes — ah, the joys of airline travel. However, with a little preparation, education and a good sense of humor, you can enjoy your flight. Here are some helpful tips:
At the Airport

Never leave your bags unattended. Airport crime is prevalent because crowds provide good cover. Always [...]

Tim Allen’s Top 10 Home Maintenance Projects for Fall

Taking the time now to complete some simple fall projects will conserve energy and protect homeowners from untimely mishaps during the winter season. The Tim Allen Signature Tools (TAST) company encourages homeowners to get started now on performing some do-it-yourself projects to prepare for winter.
“Even if your tool box is somewhat scarce, there are several [...]

Traditional to Unconventional: Gift Choices for Today’s Grads Run the Gamut

Once upon a time, graduation gifts were fairly easy to select — a fancy dress watch, briefcase, class ring, luggage, pen and pencil set, or maybe even a trip abroad. Still popular choices, these gifts are part of a broadening spectrum that includes both modern day-updates and some unconventional alternatives.
What should you get for your [...]