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With its legendary seafood restaurants, abundance of historical sites, and popular destinations, such as Fenway Park and the original Cheers pub, there is plenty to love about Boston, Massachusetts. When I began researching my recent vacation to the area, I discovered one more thing to...

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Since bursting onto the market in 2007, digital reading devices have become incredibly popular. The first version of the Amazon Kindle sold out in just over five hours, and late last year, Amazon announced that, for the first time ever, ebook sales surpassed that of paperback books. With...

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There are many reasons to go to college. Whether you are a recent high school graduate or an established professional going back to school to advance your career, community college may be your best option to start. No matter your age, attending a public or private university is...

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Exercise programs and personal trainers have two things in common: They’re good for getting you in shape and for zapping your wallet. If you’re strapped for cash, gym memberships aren’t necessarily better either. Even nationwide chain gyms charge monthly fees that can...

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Eleven years ago, I started a consulting business with one client. In the timespan of just over three years, I expanded into an office with partners and employees, laid everyone off when the economy turned ugly, and ended up working out of my living room before finally calling it quits....

11 Fun New Year’s Eve...

Picture a great New Year’s Eve party at your home with all your friends: Sparkling decorations and candles all about. Your guests take hilarious photos, dance with loud, crazy noisemakers, and enjoy a selection of appetizers. When the clock strikes 12, you toast with champagne and...

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In the weeks leading up to the end-of-year holidays, most of our schedules are jam-packed with holiday parties, gift shopping, and visiting family. Then, after weeks of excitement and excess, it all comes to an abrupt halt. Unless you’re hitting the December 26th sales, the end of the...

16 Ways to Eat Cheap &a...

If you love food as much as I do, it’s rough to consider skimping on it, especially when you’re on vacation. Along with hotels and entertainment, food costs while traveling can add up quickly. However, sampling local cuisine is one of the best ways to experience your...

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As my children grow older, more people are becoming involved in their lives through school and extracurricular activities. These teachers and coaches have had quite an impact on my children, and I want them to feel appreciated during the holidays and at the end of the year. But as the...

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The unemployment rate numbers are still startling, even after so many months of recession. A reported 9.1% of Americans are out of work, and this percentage does not include those who have given up looking for a job. Look more closely at the Hispanic and African-American populations, and...