Nowadays, playing games at home means that the kids sit in front of the television with an Xbox or Wii, but for some, games are Yahtzee, Life, Clue or Monopoly - a family pastime that involves not just the kids, but the parents.
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Sometimes our phobias are easy to pinpoint. If we're attacked by a dog as a kid, for example, it's easy to see why we'd be skittish as adults. Sometimes they have no rhyme or reason - they just appear, ready to torment and frighten us until we develop common symptoms like feelings of panic or dread, automatic and uncontrollable thoughts, an overwhelming desire to flee, rapid heartbeat, shortness of breath, trembling.
When you think of gourmet food, you probably imagine white tablecloths, fancy French dishes and well-pressed waiters, but that's because you haven't met Al Hebert nor heard his personal definition of gourmet...
The wag of a tail, the purr of a kitten. We all know that animals have their own way of communicating, but how many of us actually consider what they're saying...
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In most cases stings don't require medical care, but it is still important that these injuries are cared for properly to avoid complications. Knowing a few simple first aid tips can help promote healing and prevent infection.
Parents teach their children lessons in love and life, but too often, lessons in money fall by the wayside, even though most grown-ups would agree that understanding money is one of the most vital skills to real-world survival. Neglecting to impart financial wisdom on your kids...
Getting dressed each morning should be a no-brainer, right? Every woman knows that’s not the case! Building a core wardrobe of classic pieces works well when you punch up the fun with accessories. To accessorize with flair...
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If a picture is worth a thousand words, then with just our everyday body movements, we could write a novel. Since it’s not what you say, but how you say it, understanding the subtle, and not-so-subtle clues of body language can help boost your communication skills.
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Your mirror might reveal a hot fashionista, but your feet, ankles and back could be telling a different story. That trendy bag could be too heavy. The skinny jeans? Too skinny. And the heels
- well, according to the American Orthopaedic Foot and Ankle Society, 88 percent of women wear shoes that don't fit well.
So how can you work your fashionable magic without paying a high price?
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Wine may seem like a mystifying beverage, especially when people are seen swirling and sniffing before they're sipping. But with some basic knowledge, you can become a fancy wine expert too. Okay, maybe not an expert - but someone who knows more than the average bear.
Sure, you can turn down the thermostat, buy generic, or lay off the dinner dates, but what if you're still not pinching enough pennies? Try looking where you may not have looked before.
The power of memory is complicated, confusing, and mystical, but you can become a champion of your own memory if you choose. Having blips on the recollection radar or occasional "senior moments" is very common. Luckily, there's plenty you can do to improve your memory function.
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