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Book BlitzI have a pretty hard-bound notebook I purchased at Barnes and Noble that is my “book” notebook.  In this notebook I keep track of what I’ve read and what I want to read.  I have pages with book wish lists for me, for my husband, and for my kids.

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Making the Best Time at the Store
(6 votes, average 3.67 out of 5)
Written by Amanda Nelson   

Making the Best Time at the StoreGrocery stores are meant to trap you into spending more money. They're a business, that's what they do. Their colorful displays, free samples and candy aisles right by the checkout are booby traps even for the most savvy shopper. However, with just a little planning, and some self control, anyone can avoid the toll that a ..

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Are Facebook Friends Stealing Your Reality?
(4 votes, average 4.00 out of 5)
Written by Shiloah Baker   

FacebookOver two years ago I joined Facebook, mostly out of curiosity.  It was fun reading updates here and there.  I played the occasional Farm Town game and created some groups for my businesses.  I added people for networking, those with a common interest, clients, and...

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A Beautiful Age
(12 votes, average 3.83 out of 5)
Written by Amanda Nelson   

A Beautiful AgeI am getting older. My hair is getting grayer, I find myself yawning earlier in the evening and those injuries and illnesses are taking longer to get over than they used to.  I often ask my husband do a pair of jeans make my dimensions look more like an hourglass and less like a 747.

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The Value of Formulaic Thoughtfulness
(2 votes, average 3.50 out of 5)
Written by Helena Gray   

The Value of Formulaic ThoughtfulnessI have long been a person who felt that every birthday, bridal shower, Christmas, and housewarming gift needs to be unique.  Always trying to come up with unique gifts for every person and every situation left me feeling frustrated...

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Comparisons
(2 votes, average 5.00 out of 5)
Written by Shiloah Baker   

ComparisonsHave you ever known someone who seemed to have it all together? And her life seemed perfect, and she did all the right things, her life was this amazing example, and you didn’t even come close to measuring up.

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Why I wear Jewelry
(6 votes, average 4.17 out of 5)
Written by Shiloah Baker   

Why I wear JewelryJewelry is a favorite of mine. To me, there is nothing like the glitter or color combination of stones, ribbons, chains, or charms that send the pulse quickening.

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15 Minute Escapes
Written by Kristy Powers   

Nail Salon EscapeDo your own mini-manicure or pedicure without the nail polish. I find that doing a quick routine like the one below on my toenails can actually make them look much better even when I don’t...

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Discover the Elegance of Wearing White
Written by Shiloah Baker   

Discover the Elegance of Wearing WhiteWith the warmer weather on the horizon, now is the perfect time to pull out the lighter clothing.  White is elegant, refreshing and pure.  White is classic and looks beautiful and feminine especially as solid dresses, skirts, and blouses.

 

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Sundae Bath Salts
(1 vote, average 5.00 out of 5)
Written by Chrys Solomon   

Sundae Bath SaltsMake your own luxurious milk bath salts using equal parts Epsom salt, powdered milk and baking soda or use purchased bath salts.

 

 

 

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Learning to be Feminine
(3 votes, average 3.67 out of 5)
Written by Kristen   

Learning to be FeminineIf you were to see me on the street it's highly likely you wouldn't consider me feminine.  I don't have a very feminine walk.  I feel funny if I attempt to do things like swish my hips or wear a dress.  Heels only seem to accentuate my rather wide, large, flat feet.

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Create a Life of Purpose
(6 votes, average 4.17 out of 5)
Written by Shiloah Baker   

Create a Life of PurposeWe cannot expect others or outside circumstances to create the life we want to live or even to give us the emotional fulfillment in living a life we wish to have.    It is up to us.

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Dress The Way You Are Pretty Women
Written by Gaurav Doshi   

Dress The Way You Are Pretty WomenOur outfit is one of the most important aspects of our personality and social life. Nature has given men or women varying features and body structures. Some ladies are thin, some fat, some tall, some in combinations, etc.

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Does the Refusal to Accept a Label Hold a Person Back?
Written by Rio Denali   

Does the Refusal to Accept a Label Hold a Person Back?Marie* is wildly successful.  She was a pioneer in the ever-popular homemaking-website industry, creating her first website back before there were any others--and initially writing all of her own articles.

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The 80% Solution: or, my Take on the "Good Enough" Question
Written by Rio   

The 80% Solution:  or, my Take on the "Good Enough" QuestionPerfection in all areas is simply not realistic.  We are all faced with finite resources, with only so much time to get things done, so much energy to use, and so much money to spend.

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Courage to be Different
Written by Shiloah Baker   

Courage to be DifferentNot everyone wants to stand out from the crowd and do things differently from everyone else.  Some people enjoy going with the flow and being the average person.  To those who want to stand apart, I’m writing to you today.  

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Managing Messy Foods
Written by Lydia Ramsey   

Managing Messy FoodsFor the past month you have been attending more than the Managing Messy Food usual number of parties and receptions, and the end is not yet in sight. You knew before you arrived....

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My Favorite Romantic Movies
(2 votes, average 3.50 out of 5)
Written by Katie Amos   

My Favorite Romantic MoviesI could not pick just one that I like because I love so many of them.   Here is a list of the romantic movies that I like and the reasons why.

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Patty Perfect
Written by Margaret R. Black & Midge W. Nielson Orem, Utah   

Patty PerfectMany LDS women unconsciously compete with an idealized image of the already perfect wife and mother who successfully incorporates all the demands of the family, church, and society in her life.  Although we have never met such a woman..

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Girls Night In
Written by Chris Binkley   

Girls Night InThose of you with children all know how difficult it is to get a Girls' Night "Out".  Sometimes we agonize over to cost of babysitting.  Sometimes we wonder if we are spending enough "quality" time with our little ones.

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Women’s Rights
Written by Nancy Jo Goodsell   

Women's rights- we have freedomI have the freedom or right to have property, and own a home

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It Is Never Too Late: Keeping a Journal
Written by Nancy Jo Goodsell   

It Is Never Too Late: Keeping a JournalThe prophets say that we need to keep a journal.  If you don’t keep a journal you have probably thought “It too late”,  I have lived so long and have not written anything down.

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72 Hours to Relax
Written by Durga Devi   

72 Hours to Relax I jump with whenever I hear those words. My friends smile with amusement or slight worry. ‘It’s only one day, what’s the big deal?’ 

“What’s the big deal?” Three day weekends, to me, are the little vacations in the year that keep...

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Tips on Helping with Grief
Written by AFTB   

Listen without judging; ask family members whether they wish to talk or remain silent.

2.       Offer a hug or some other sign of concern.

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