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Help kids get back into the swing of school with simple room updates
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There's no avoiding the return to school. But parents can help kids ease the transition by creating an environment that's comforting -- and conducive to learning at the same time. If your child is struggling to adjust to going back to school, some simple changes in her bedroom might help make the move less difficult.
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Five ways to ensure your older car costs less to keep running
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Hanging on to a car - and taking care of it - can definitely save you money versus taking on a new-car payment. The key to maximizing your savings on an old car is actually to spend a little on regular maintenance. Follow these simple steps to ensure good maintenance helps you avoid expensive repairs.
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How you can tell the difference between allergy and a cold
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A visit with your doctor is the best way to determine whether you have a cold or an allergy. While allergy symptoms and cold symptoms are very similar, there are some signs to look for if you want to know the difference.
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Getting there by motorcycle is more fun than you ever imagined
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You may think of motorcycling as primarily a solo activity, but ask anyone who has ever done it and they'll tell you hitting the open road with a group of friends or riding with an organized motorcycle rally, is the epitome of the motorcycling experience. However, it's important to keep in mind that the rules of the road are a bit different when you're riding with a group.
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Chocolate connoisseur? Become a sophisticated sampler of dark chocolate
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Of course you know how to eat chocolate - who doesn't? But as you indulge on your dark chocolate bar, are you really getting the most enjoyment out of it? Are you really tasting it, or just devouring it at warp speed?
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Tips to get a leg up on back-to-school shoe shopping
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She lived in sandals all summer long and he barely took his cleats off, even to go to bed. Summer fun and casual style may leave your kids facing back-to-school season in serious need of some new shoes. Parents should consider these important factors before buying new shoes for their children.
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Outdoor lighting tops the list of easy weekend projects
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With its mild temperatures, fall is a great time for outdoor home improvement projects, but it's also supposed to be a time to relax and have fun with family and friends. That makes quick-to-do projects that add to the "family fun factor" appealing to homeowners, who also need to spend their limited home improvement dollars wisely.
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Smart moves: Five tips that will make moving to college a snap
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As summer winds down, college freshmen - and sophomores, juniors and seniors - are gearing up to move onto campus. Whether you're moving to college for the first time or the third, you'll find there are ways to make your move smarter and, believe it or not, more enjoyable.
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On the road: do-it-yourself moving tips
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Millions of Americans take on the task of moving every year, whether it's for a job opportunity, to be closer to family, or to simply try out living in a new place. Whatever the reason for your move, you can make the task more pleasant by planning ahead and taking advantage of resources designed to make moving easier.
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It's not over yet: Tips for getting through the rest of hurricane season
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Hurricanes can cause millions of dollars in damage and threaten lives in coastal states. Even inland states can feel the effects of a hurricane's power when people in coastal states who lose their homes to storms turn to their neighbors for aid. Fortunately, you can take steps to prepare your home to weather the rest of hurricane season.
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