We all know about the Baby Boomers, Generation X and Generation Y, but what about the current generation gaining power and prominence in society- named Generation Z? They are certainly unique from their predecessor generations, including their parents and have been brought up in a world none of us middle-aged folk could even have imagined [...]
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Tools to help you keep your New Year’s resolutions
You’ve got a goal, you’ve got the willpower. But you don’t have to do it alone. With the right support (and even the right technology) keeping your New Year’s resolutions will be a lot easier. Here are some things that can help you on your path to success.
Tips for storing holiday decorations
The holidays are, alas, over—and it’s time to pack the lights, ornaments and other holiday decor. With a few simple steps, you’ll be able to save space, keep your holiday decor in mint condition, and (most importantly!) be able to find what you need next year.
How to cope with holiday blues
Many people experience the holiday blues. It’s actually ironic: while the atmosphere may seem festive, with the lights and upbeat songs, the building anticipation and excitement can actually heighten depression or anxiety. Do you have the holiday blues? Here’s a way of understanding—and coping with—your emotions.
Tips for mailing cookies
Emails are nice, but you can’t “attach” a box of cookies to your mail. So if you’re baking cookies for relatives and friends, and can’t hand deliver them, you’ve got to resort to old-fashioned mail. Luckily there are many cookies that can survive the distance and taste just as good as they were the day [...]
Military achievement unlocked!
Avid gamers will spend hours working to unlock certain game achievements. But we raise our hands in salute to the military, who will spend years working to earn these medals and accomplishments. For example, they must master specialized weapons, or withstand the harshest elements (one achievement requires spending two weeks in subzero temperatures in Antarctica!). [...]
How to protect yourself from holiday debt
Shopping’s fun…until you get the credit card bill. While we won’t deprive you of your God-given right to buy something you love, ask yourself if it’s worth waking up neck-deep in debt and working ‘round the clock just to pay off the interest. The secret is a happy balance: shop smart and protect yourself from [...]
How to enjoy the holiday food and not gain weight
We can’t help binging during the holidays. From Thanksgiving to New Year, we’ll be eating, drinking and making merry—to heck with cholesterol counts and salads! But how can we enjoy the good food without tipping over the scales? Here are some tips on how to enjoy the holidays and not gain weight.
7 tips for fabulous lipstick
After years of sheer, barely-there glosses, lipstick is making a big comeback. The new makeup trend is rich, vibrant, creamy color. But application can get tricky: too much lipstick can smear all over, and the wrong color can make you look very old or comical. Here are some tips.
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