The Holidays are a stressful time. Between the additional errands, the extra traffic, and the stress of spending money that you don't have - even the sanest mom will be questioning her sanity as the holidays near. Here are a few ideas to help you keep your sanity this holiday season. Make a list (and check it twice). Keep your shopping list in your purse to keep from being overwhelmed or worse - overspending. If you walk into a store and are bedazzled by all the shiny things, I can relate. I ...
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In June of 1999, Kathi and I took a Globus tour of Italy - their "Italian Mosaic." Before leaving for the trip, I borrowed a Steadicam Jr. from a good friend in Los Angeles who is a film editor. I wanted to use it with my home video camera to shoot better quality home movies while on this "once in a lifetime" trip. The Steadicam Jr stabilizes the camera and completely eliminates any shaking. The 21-day (with two extensions) trip was absolutely wonderful! The group of about 25 people on the tour ...
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It is a chilly Saturday morning here in northern Michigan and I am curled up with a blanket and a delicious caramel capuccino on my loveseat. I don't usually write longhand anymore but the home office just doesn't appeal to me this morning. So here I am, pen and paper in hand. My neighbor is busy in his yard, wearing long sleeves of course. Our cool summer has been a disappointment to many and now it's nearly over. It looks like my friend's accross the street are preparing for one more ...
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Ah... the magic of the holidays. We've all grown up with the comfort and mystery of our holiday traditions: oranges in our stockings, presents under the tree, the lighting of the menorah, and more! Our Holiday memories are full of mom's home cooking, dad's stories, and the love and laughter of friends and family. As adults, we try to recreate those memories for our children - to impart in them the same sense of mystery and wonder of our youth. But how do we do that in an increasingly material ...
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Many of us want to show our appreciation to those special service people in our life at holiday time via etiquette tipping. However, trying to figure out what we should tip them is sometimes puzzling. No one wants to be a cheapskate, but over tipping can put a dent in our budget. Then there's trying to figure out who we should tip. According to Peter Post, director of the Emily Post Institute and author of Essential Manners for Couples, "You tip the people who perform services for you ...
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8 Tips to an Easy Holiday Shopping Experience By Patricia Twitchell - The Teddy Bear Lady of Myrtle Creek The holidays can be one of the most exciting times of year and at the same time, one of the most stressful. To avoid unnecessary stress you can take a few simple steps to ease through the season with joy, ease and fun. 1. If you are going to shop - pace yourself. You don't have to get everything done in one trip. Set aside a short period of time over several days rather than trying ...
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Ayurveda has been an important part of Indian tradition for ages. The term is actually a compilation of medicinal treatments that have been in vogue since the time when the Vedas came to be written. One of the inseparable part of a tour to Kerala is an ayurveda tour where one is introduced to the medicinal miracle that is ayurveda. The ayurveda treatments have been known to cure people and it is well known that many tourists come to Kerala just to receive ayurveda treatment. The ayurveda ...
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By SJ Beale of Lightning Connection.biz 1. Recognise the importance of networking Ask any successful business person and they will tell you that above all else networking skills are absolutely vital to grow your business. Networking can increase your market share, help you gain new ideas, provide work and perspectives on life and business. Speaking to one person can potentially give you access to over 200 clients and suppliers. 2. Aim to become visible You need to let others know you exist and ...
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Holidays are the time of year to seduce the senses and bolster the bonds between family and friends. But even the hardiest of revelers can succumb to holiday stress. Fret not, you weary holiday warriors. Below are tips for managing holiday stress. These holiday stress tips include ways to stay organized, ways to volunteer your time, decorate, shop, cook, and even write cards - all the while making your health and happiness top priorities. Time Management Tips to Minimize Stress: Stress and ...
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Well, autumn is almost upon us and with the onset of this season comes cleaner air and colourful outdoor scenery and, it is also prime season for trade shows. Sure, trade shows happen all throughout the year but, with many areas recognizing small business month/week, there is a greater opportunity for entrepreneurs to showcase their products or services to their target markets. As small business owners, especially those in the start up phase, preparing for a trade show can be a very scary ...
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