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Valentine’s Day Doesn’t Have to be Romantic

Valentine’s Day is just around the corner, and this is one holiday that is couples-focused. As we watch our friends, family and co-workers receive flowers and gifts on this day –some even becoming engaged –this can be difficult to endure if you’re not in a relationship. If you are not in a relationship, to...

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A Tennessee Fall Getaway in Gatlinburg

A Tennessee Fall Getaway in Gatlinburg

One of the most popular places in the south to visit is the Gatlinburg Tennessee area. Here, there’s something for everyone, regardless of age. For nature lovers, there are magnificent mountainous views at every angle, and for the more adventurous, there are numerous hiking trails, many that lead to gorgeous waterfalls. Early morning, or...

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These Crafts Are for the Birds

These Crafts Are for the Birds

Article by Marlene Alexander of www.dollarstorestyle.com Looking for a summer craft project? How about something for our feathered friends? Meet Louise Martin from Ajax, Ontario. She’s a regular reader and a talented crafter who gets most of her craft supplies from Dollarama. Louise very kindly consented to share with us how she completed two...

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Dollar Store Style: Centered on Summer

Dollar Store Style: Centered on Summer

by Marlene Alexander www.dollarstorestyle.com With the warmer weather on its way, many of us feel the need to lighten up our indoor spaces. Make one of these easy and inexpensive vignettes the center of your dining experience or top a coffee table to make an inviting area for tea and conversation. Don’t be afraid...

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Bad Hair Days Made Good Again with No-Frizz Hair Products

It’s that time of year again when the humidity will be high, and the hair much more difficult to control. If you suffer from frizzy, dull and limp hair, you may find the following products helpful to minimize bad hair days. The first, It’s A 10 Shine Spray, is an awesome product that is...

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Fitness, Dollar Store Style

Fitness, Dollar Store Style

by Marlene Alexander www.dollarstorestyle.com If you want to begin the New Year by getting more exercise in, start small. It won’t cost a lot if you start at the dollar store. You wouldn’t ordinarily think of the dollar store as a place to go to buy fitness equipment. Indeed, there isn’t a whole lot...

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How to Eat Sensibly Over the Holidays

by Lisa Greer Once Thanksgiving comes and families get together for elaborate meals, it seems like eating rich food and lots of chocolate continues on through the New Year. This season, be conscious of your health and try a few tricks to cut back on the fat and calories. For example, on Thanksgiving Day,...

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A Father's Rights

It’s an anomaly for a man to get equal rights with the mother of his children with regard to visitation & custody. So often it’s the man that must leave the home when couples separate, then the woman calls all the shots-things such as when, and sometimes even if, he can visit with his...

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The Marriage VISA/Abuse Scam: Beware

As more and more horror stories arise from Americans being taken advantage of by immigrants, Sensible Life wanted to bring some issues to light to raise awareness. As our great country continually evolves into a melting pot of diverse cultures and beliefs, there are new scams that are cropping up everywhere, and I suspect...

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The Unknown Disaster – Nashville Flood 2010

The Unknown Disaster – Nashville Flood 2010

The Nashville Tennessee area is drowning under a flood of water as the Cumberland river and surrounding creeks failed to contain recent rains (20 inches over two days) and runoff.  Flash flooding and storms killed at least 29 people in Tennessee, Mississippi and Kentucky over the weekend. Damage estimates will be well over $1...

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