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A Soothing Sleep Routine   by Sharon H. Fitzgerald
People used to say a glass of warm milk before bedtime ensured a good night's rest.
first appeared: 5/4/2008
Insuring Your House   by Mardy Fones
Homeowners insurance covers your home, its contents, and living expenses if you are temporarily unable to live in your home due to an insured disaster.
first appeared: 4/13/2008
Planning a Reunion   by Mary Dixon Lebeau of West Deptford, N.J.
A family reunion can be a fun and memorable occasion for all ages, but to be successful, such a gathering requires thorough planning.
first appeared: 4/13/2008
When To Ask For A Discount   by John Nardini
When it comes to haggling over the price of goods and services, many of us just don’t have the nerve to do it.
first appeared: 4/6/2008
Keeping Track Of Your Pet   by Pamela Kock
Anyone who’s experienced the sadness of losing a pet can take heart: Microchip technology is making it easier to reunite owners with their family dog or cat.
first appeared: 4/6/2008
Reasons to Recycle   by Lisa Zhito
When the Trigg County Recycling Center opened in Cadiz, Ky. (pop. 2,373), in 1993, Howell Hopson and his wife, Geneva Parris, were eager to use the facility.
first appeared: 3/30/2008
From Rifleman to Recording Artist images   by Michael McCall
In the 1958-1963 TV series The Rifleman, young Johnny Crawford played Mark McCain, the only child of widower rancher Lucas McCain, portrayed by Chuck Connors.
first appeared: 3/23/2008
Making Easter Memories   by Kathy Peel
Easter, which falls on March 23 this year, is a wonderful day that offers many opportunities to make special memories.
first appeared: 3/16/2008
Growing Heirloom Plants   by Pamela Kock
Gardeners who want to add a new dimension of flavor, color and variety to their vegetable patch can look to the past and discover heirloom plants.
first appeared: 3/16/2008
Easy-Does-It Exercise   by Mari S. Gold
Exercise doesn't need to be heart-thumping or leave you bathed in sweat to be effective.
first appeared: 3/16/2008
Healthy Teeth, Healthy Body   by Denise Mann
Many people don’t realize how important oral health is to their overall health.
first appeared: 3/9/2008
Be Happy for Your Heart   by Linda Wasmer Andrews
Happiness is not only good for the soul. An increasing body of scientific evidence suggests that happy feelings and an upbeat attitude are associated with better heart health and a longer life, too.
first appeared: 2/24/2008
Taking a Home Inventory   by Anne Gillem
After a tornado destroyed Becky Gamble’s home in Southport, Ind. (pop. 1,852), 30 years ago, she spent days documenting her lost possessions so she could file an insurance claim.
first appeared: 2/10/2008
How to Sell Your Car   by Mardy Fones
Selling your car yourself rather than trading it in at an auto dealership can pay off, especially if you do your homework.
first appeared: 2/10/2008
Budget-Friendly Decorating Ideas   by Katie and Gene Hamilton
Your home is your castle, but that doesn’t mean you have to spend a king’s ransom to breathe new life into a tired decor.
first appeared: 1/27/2008
When to Hire a Tax Professional   by John Nardini
Believe it or not, there once was a time when preparing and filing your own tax return wasn’t that difficult.
first appeared: 1/27/2008
Taking Care of Your Teeth   by Mari S. Gold
Your teeth are meant to last a lifetime, and they can, if you take good care of them.
first appeared: 1/27/2008
Improving Your Credit   by Barb Webb
Your credit score has a significant impact on your financial life, influencing your mortgage and credit card interest rates, insurance rates and even employment opportunities.
first appeared: 1/20/2008
Singing Without Limits images   by Michael McCall
When Bradley Walker's name rang out inside the Ryman Auditorium in October, the entire audience rose in a standing ovation.
first appeared: 1/20/2008
Do You Need a Flu Shot?   by Linda Wasmer Andrews
Every year, influenza strikes 5 percent to 20 percent of the U.S. population, typically between November and March.
first appeared: 1/20/2008
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