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Things Are Heating Up – Time to Get Your Summer Wardrobe Ready

April 29, 2010
By Sara
Things Are Heating Up – Time to Get Your Summer Wardrobe Ready

April is quickly coming to an end and as May approaches you are sure to see more warm days. Coats will soon be altogether forgotten, scarves will slowly start to be neglected and sunglasses will be the prized accessory every day. That’s right, all of these things will happen before you know it. So take...
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The Perfect Engagement Ring: Practical Considerations

April 22, 2010
By Mike
The Perfect Engagement Ring: Practical Considerations

If you finally raised the courage to ask her to marry you but still don’t have a clue as to the style of ring that you want to give her, the answer is easy. Just look for the clues. Do you think she’d like a solitaire diamond set alone in a band, or would she...
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Engagement Rings: A Little Advice for the Guys

April 22, 2010
By Mike
Engagement Rings: A Little Advice for the Guys

There is a surefire way to get her a ring she will love and that is to let her pick it out herself. You have to keep in mind the she’ll wear this ring every day, so it has to be comfortable and it must fit her lifestyle. This might just mean that she...
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Simple Salsa in the Crock-Pot

April 22, 2010
By Sara
Simple Salsa in the Crock-Pot

It’s time for another crock-pot recipe. This time it is for a delicious appetizer: a simple salsa that you and your friends and family will surely enjoy. This recipe is good for an appetizer, afternoon snack, addition to a fiesta-themed party, or even for a tasty topper on tacos, burritos or fajitas. Don’t forget the...
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DIY Moss Art: Green Decor Just Got Greener

April 21, 2010
By Shauna
DIY Moss Art: Green Decor Just Got Greener

I just started a DIY project at home with the help of my friendly neighbor. With the growing popularity of the living wall, I wanted to try my hand at creating a simple version for my own home. I love the idea of plants as art and decided to start with something simple to...
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Think Antique This Wedding Season

April 20, 2010
By Mike
Think Antique This Wedding Season

Buying a ring, especially a wedding ring, can be quite a challenge. With so many styles, stones and metals to choose from, where do you begin? My suggestion is to go back…way back to a time that seems to be rich with style and discreet elegance. Consider a Victorian style wedding band set. It seems...
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Creative Engagement Rings

April 20, 2010
By Shauna
Creative Engagement Rings

As I’ve made it halfway through my twenties, I’ve seen a plethora of girls get engaged. Nine times out of ten, there’s a Facebook profile picture zoomed in on a pretty standard diamond ring (followed by a ton of “ohs” and “ahs”), That’s lovely for them, but I think creative options are much more...
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Kickin’ It Old School: Retro Style

April 20, 2010
By Mike
Kickin’ It Old School: Retro Style

If you have been following my posts then you should be well on your way back about 20 to 40 years. Okay, let’s run down the check list: you have the retro apartment; you have the old school Nintendo emulator and all of the games; now you have to get the right retro clothes. There...
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Teach Your Old Dog New Tricks (or else!)

April 20, 2010
By Mike
Teach Your Old Dog New Tricks (or else!)

Given enough time anyone can pick up a few bad habits. If fact, without the proper guidance from childhood, people are likely going to fail at functioning successfully in society. Dogs are no different. When your dog acquires behavior problems, the sooner you step in and begin to break him of those problems the...
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Staying Close When Living Far Away: 6 Tips to Keep Connected

April 19, 2010
By Shauna
Staying Close When Living Far Away: 6 Tips to Keep Connected

You’ve already read and mastered the Top 5 Long-Distance Moving Tips. Bags are packed (or unpacked) and you’re far from where you’ve always called home. Adventures and learning opportunities are everywhere! But distance can be hard on relationships, whether a significant other or family and friends. Here are a few ideas for staying close when you...
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