Five Surprising Facts about Fireplaces

(ARA) – When it comes to creating ambiance and warmth in a home, nothing can beat a fireplace, especially during this time of year. But are you aware that the right fireplace or stove can also help reduce your heating costs? Or that your existing fireplace’s efficiency can be boosted significantly by installing an insert, […]

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An Active Life Begins with Healthy Joints

(ARA) – The new year often means resolutions like being healthier or exercising more often. What many people don’t know is that our joints are the critical part of the body that allows us to be active and do the activities we most enjoy.  Approximately one-third of Americans 35 and older say their joints prevent […]

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Keeping a Journal

Consider keeping a journal, a record of self–reflective writing.” It can be a notebook, computer file or blog. “It is a place where you can reflect on yourself and on your experiences, goals, dreams and anxieties. Self-ExplorationThis is a chance to explore your true thoughts and feelings, learn about yourself and the world around you. […]

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It’s My Room

My mom is ALWAYS in my stuff! I HATE it! I get so mad and freak out because she alawys has to be in my things! One day I went to my friends house and she called me and told me she decided to be nice and clean my room but she found something. I […]

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Peer Pressure

“Come on! Just try it. It’s only one joint. What do you have to lose? Hey, I’m giving it to you free here. Why won’t you just take it?” There are many people who have been in a situation where they have either been the one saying something similar to this, have been the one […]

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Is He Flirting with You: Top 10 Tips

Top Ten Tips – HOW to tell He’s Flirting with YOU and/or Attracted to YOU 1. The Eyebrow LiftWhen a guy first sees a girl he’s attracted to, chances his eyebrows will rise and fall. Quickly. (You can slip the flip of an eyebrow back at him, if you’re interested – it’s a clear signal both […]

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Girls: How to Tell if He Likes You

GIRLS only!!!  How to tell if he likes you (and if he’s flirting with you in his special own guy-way). A lot depends on the type of guy and his individual personality. Shy GuysThese are tough to crack sometimes…He’ll look at you, until you turn around, then boom, he’s looking the other way.You may ‘feel’ like […]

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Finding Love Online

(ARA) – Whether you live near or far, technology has a major impact now on how you connect to those you care about. Keeping in touch with your loved one 24/7 has never been easier. Send an e-mail, make a Web video, go online and chat, create your own blog, send a romantic text message […]

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Diabetes on the Rise in Hispanics

(ARA) – Diabetes is becoming more and more prevalent in Hispanic populations in the United States, according to 2008 statistics from the National Institutes of Health.  This trend has serious health implications because of the increased prevalence, the greater number of risk factors and the greater incidence of complications. In general, Hispanics are diagnosed with […]

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Petiquette for the Modern Pet Owner

ARA) – For anyone that owns a pet, you know that they are part of the family. But even though they bring lots of joy, they can also cause a bit of strife. They make messes, shed an astounding amount of fur, can be expensive and simply make life a bit more hectic. “Like with […]

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