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Note To Younger Self… Don't Put Your Finger On A Car Lighter

Doug Groff — Tue, 08 Jan 2013 14:11:15 +0000

I found an interesting article on “The Huffington Post” called ”Lessons For My Daughter And Lessons For Me — If Only We Would Listen” by Raluca State. I found it very funny and clever, but since I’m obviously not a mom nor do I have a daughter OR son I wrote some lessons to my younger [...]

10 Global New Year's Traditions and Parties

Carl Pettit — Mon, 31 Dec 2012 14:00:36 +0000

When it comes time to celebrate the passing of another year, people around the world often gather together and make a lot of noise in order to demonstrate their good cheer. There are parties everywhere, full of dancing and drinks, and feasts overflowing with great food. It’s a time to watch fireworks, count down the [...]

Study Says Having Dessert at Breakfast is OK!

Lynn Quale — Mon, 13 Feb 2012 18:50:31 +0000

According to a new study out of Tel Aviv University in Israel, eating cake for breakfast can actually be a good thing. Finally someone 'studies' something worth while! After reading the full article it actually makes a lot of sense, looks like I'll be going home to bake a cake this afternoon.

Things to Know About Friday the 13th

Lynn Quale — Fri, 13 Jan 2012 17:55:56 +0000

So if you hadn't yet figured out that today is Friday the 13th…now you know. Whether you're superstitious or not, I think you will enjoy these facts about Friday the 13th. 1 12 Makes 13 Unlucky One of the reasons the number 13 is considered unlucky is because of the number 12. The [...]

What's the Story Behind the Phrase 'Peeping Tom?'

Carl Pettit — Thu, 05 Jan 2012 17:12:24 +0000

A peeping Tom is a person who secretly watches someone else, so how is it possible the expression has its roots in taxation? The phrase stems from the legend of Lady Godiva, a noble woman who lived during the 11th century, and, sorry to say, was not the founder of Godiva Belgian Chocolates. As it [...]