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Thursday, November 20, 2008
 

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Burglar Proof Your Home for the Holidays

Prevent yourself from becoming the victim of a break-in during the holiday season by taking steps to make your house undesirable for the burglars out "shopping" for a victim. Here are some tips from the Insurance Information Institute.

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Give Holiday Inspiration from a Man Who Inspired Millions

This holiday season, millions around the world will pause to reflect, rejoice and rekindle their spirits with the messages of joy and peace common to all holiday celebrations - from Christmas and Hanukkah to Kwanzaa and Diwali. In today's world filled with conflict and uncertainty it can be hard to imagine how we as individuals can make a difference. Inspiration and hope may be the most precious gifts we give or receive this year.

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The Family Meal

The words "dinner's ready" have become a forgotten phrase in many households, one we seem to only hear around the holidays. Today's hectic lifestyles make it difficult to get everyone in the family to sit down together for dinner. Now, research is showing that eating together is a tradition worth making time for because the benefits far exceed simple nutrition.

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Your Money and Your Life: Heart Health Linked to Financial Health

Retirement planning requires a healthy amount of discipline and focus. You want to make sure you have enough money saved to maintain your lifestyle, but the truth is there's more to successful retirement than an oversized IRA.

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Throw a Blowout Birthday Party without Blowing the Budget

Americans spend more than $10 billion each year on birthday gifts alone according to Hallmark. That doesn't include the costs for birthday parties. Billions more are spent on parties, especially those for children.

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Technology Makeover is the Hottest Gift for Mother's Day

Forget overpriced flowers and sentimental cards for Mother's Day. Moms want technology. According to The National Retail Federation, consumers will spend $700 million on electronics and computer-related accessories for their mothers this year.

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What About Me? The Effects of Divorce on Children

According to the U.S. National Center for Health Statistics, divorce affects about 1.5 million American children each year. Most divorcing parents ask themselves some tough questions about what the divorce will do to their children and wonder how the children will make sense of what is happening.

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Gender's Role when Heeding Health Warning Signs

We're all familiar with the saying "A stitch in time saves nine" -- in other words, take care of a problem when it first comes up so it won't become overwhelming later on. Here are some tips to help you care for your health.

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Helping Your Baby to Sleep Better

It’s a biological reality and a tiring facet of new parenthood: babies wake up frequently during the night. Luckily, there are a number of ways that you can help your baby sleep better.

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The Gift of Tradition

From the sugar-cookie-baking party at Grandma’s house to the way the ornaments adorn the tree, during the holidays many American families focus on tradition.

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