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Cutting Grocery Costs without Cutting Nutrition
Simple, healthy, and affordable ways to weather the rising price of food
by Karen Collins, R.D., American Institute of Cancer Research
Grocery prices are projected to increase again in 2008 – that’s following 2007’s highest annual increase in 17 years. But surviving these tough economic times doesn’t have to mean sacrificing good nutrition. Some simple strategies can help you cut food costs and eat more healthfully, too.
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Some things should never be said...
by Kristyn Kusek Lewis
What Not to Say About Someone's Appearance
Don’t say: “You look good for your age.”
Why: Anything with a caveat like this is rude. It's saying, "You look great―compared with other old people. It's amazing you have all your own teeth."
Instead say: “You look great.”
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7 love rules you need to break
‘Cosmopolitan’ magazine lists nonconventional tips for happier relationships
These relationship secrets go against conventional wisdom, but “Cosmo” believes in shaking things up. Colleen Rush shares seven new rules for today's relationships:
Just because you’ve always done something one way doesn’t mean it’s the right way. Remember how much your life improved when you finally gave up super-low-rise jeans, dating only bad boys, and dial-up modems? Relationship experts say that ditching the following seven love rules can be just as liberating — maybe more.
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Holding Her Head High
Actress Janine Turner Inspires Single Mothers
New Book Uncovers Moving Stories of Single Mothers Throughout History
by Janine Turner
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Nashville, TN – History yields to all types of mothers. Helena Augusta, abandoned single mother of Constantine, helped forever change Christianity. Widowed single mother Belva Lockwood would become the first female presidential candidate in 1884. And Harriet Jacobs, a slave, chose to live in a small airless attic for 7 years so her children could have freedom while diligently fighting for her own freedom and her children's safety.
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Talking Books
by Stephanie Holbrook, on behalf of the National Library Service, Library of Congress
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Talking Books, a free program offered by the National Library Service for the Blind and Physically Handicapped (NLS), Library of Congress, helps provide eligible students with the reading materials they need to succeed. For blind and physically handicapped people, this nationwide program delivers classic literature, bestsellers and many magazines to keep them up to speed and on top of their studies. For host families who may not have the resources to care for a child with a disability, NLS Talking Books acts as a way to provide that family with a free method of providing the best and most comfortable living situation they can for their adopted family. A no cost program to host families who take in displaced families with blind or physically handicapped children. Please help promote this program on your web or in the material you give to host families. Please call 1-888-NLS-READ (1-888-657-7323) or go to www.loc.gov/nls/find.html for a directory of cooperating local libraries participating in the Talking Books program and for enrollment information.
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The Phenomenon Continues
American Idol returns for its much-anticipated ninth season in January 2010.
Hosted by Ryan Seacrest, this new season promises to deliver amazing, undiscovered talent with plenty of surprises along the way.
The show's judges - Simon Cowell, Randy Jackson and Kara DioGuardi - travel across the country in search of the next American Idol.
This season, joined by rotating guest judges including Victoria Beckham, Mary J. Blige, Joe Jonas, Neil Patrick Harris, Shania Twain and Kristin Chenoweth, the American Idol judges visited Atlanta, Boston, Chicago, Dallas, Denver, Los Angeles and Orlando in their quest to find performers worthy of the "Golden Ticket" to Hollywood.
Emmy Award-winning talk show host Ellen DeGeneres will join American Idol as the new fourth judge sitting alongside Simon, Randy and Kara. As the new judge, Ellen will offer her own unique perspective to the contestants throughout the competition.
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Kristin Chenoweth to Guest-Judge American Idol
American Idol is going to get Wicked good: Kristin Chenoweth is the latest star to join the rotating panel of celebrity guest judges, People reports.
The former Pushing Daisies star will sit alongside Simon Cowell, Randy Jackson and Kara DioGuardi at the Season 9 auditions in Orlando, the magazine says.
Paula Abdul: "I've Decided Not to Return to Idol"
by Natalie Finn
Paula Abdul's American Idol journey has ended.
Less than a week after E! News confirmed that Kara DioGuardi will be returning to the judges' table, Abdul wrote on Twitter Tuesday that she will not be back for the show's ninth season.
"With sadness in my heart, I've decided not to return to #IDOL. I'll miss nurturing all the new talent, but most of all...being a part of a show that I helped from day1become an international phenomenon," read two tweets posted shortly after 7:30 p.m.
Fox confirmed the news shortly afterward.
"What I want to say most, is how much I appreciate the undying support and enormous love that you have showered upon me," Abdul continued. "It truly has been breathtaking, especially over the past month.
"I do without any doubt have the BEST fans in the entire world and I love you all."
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Kris Allen takes the 'American Idol' title
by LYNN ELBER
LOS ANGELES (AP) - Kris Allen's smooth vocals and boy-next-door image propelled him to "American Idol" victory Wednesday, turning the theatrical powerhouse Adam Lambert into the most unlikely of also-rans.
"I'm sorry, I don't even know what to feel right now. This is crazy," said a stunned Allen, 23, of Conway, Ark.
As host Ryan Seacrest said in announcing the result of the viewer vote, "The underdog, the dark horse, comes back and wins the nation over."
Lambert's commanding vocal range and stage presence - and the judges' adoration of him - at times turned "Idol" into "The Adam Lambert Show," with the other contestants mere guests. But it turned out that "Idol" viewers could embrace a gifted performer like Lambert, one who sported black nail polish and bold self-assurance, only to a point.
Simon Cowell tipped his hat to both contestants Wednesday.
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American Idol Episode Recap: Top 4 Revealed
by Erin Fox
One more Idol will bid us farewell tonight, but only after we see performances
from Season 5 winner Taylor Hicks, Natalie Cole and Rat-Pack mentor Jamie Foxx.
Hey Idol fans! Hope you enjoyed last night's show as much as I did! Just a heads
up, I'll be on vacation next week, but the dynamic duo of Mickey O'Connor and
Adam Bryant will be filling in for me. I had to bribe them with the promise of
chocolate-covered macadamia nuts from my Hawaiian getaway, but they finally
agreed to do it (high maintenance!).
After a cool black and white, slow-mo Ford music video, the Top 5 launch into
"I've Got Rhythm," and they're not lip-synching! It's fast and crazy — but
enjoyable nonetheless.
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Before Adam Lambert was an 'Idol'
by Thomas Conner
"American Idol" frontrunner Adam Lambert has shown a flair for the dramatic in
his performances on the show each week. Judging from the clips available on
YouTube, it's old hat for the song-and-dance man.
As mentioned during the auditions, Lambert understudied the role of Fiyero in
the Los Angeles production of the hit musical "Wicked."
And sure enough, someone has posted a clip of him in it singing the song
"Dancing Through Life":
Given how many former contestants and winners end up on Broadway, Lambert's
decision to audition for the show just might have been a very shrewd career
move.
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SAFE BET - ADAM ODDS-ON TO WIN 'IDOL'
by Thomas Conner
T'S official: Adam Lambert is the odds-on favorite to be the next "American
Idol."
Oddsmakers from Latin America to London for the first time this week have made
the show-stopping crooner such a prohibitive favorite to win this year's "Idol"
that a $1 bet on him will pay only 80 cents.
The talent show has seen some heavy favorites in the past but nothing quite like
Lambert -- who is running away from the field with seven other performers still
in the running.
Lambert has been out of the top spot only once so far in competition -- when he
stumbled during country music week -- and briefly gave the betting lead to Danny
Gokey.
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American Idol Episode Recap: Top 8 Revealed
By ERIN FOX, TV GUIDE
After another evening of lackluster performances by many of our Idol hopefuls,
will one more contestant be sent home, or will the judges have mercy on the
lowest ranked singer? We'll find out after performances from Lady Gaga and last
season's American Idol winner, David Cook.
Hey everyone! I was thinking about something today: I don't know about you guys,
but I'd be pretty pissed if I scored tickets to a "live" taping of an Idol
results show and all I got were two pre-taped performances, a pre-taped product
placement video and a really poorly lip synched group number. Amiright? It makes
me appreciate the fact that I'm recapping from home in my pajamas while eating
some mint chip ice cream.
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American Idol Goes Country
news from curlio.com
2009-03-17 22:18:21 - The Top 11 of American Idol went Country tonight. This
theme has had some classic moments, on both extremes, in the past few years.
What would tonight bring us?
Ryan Seacrest starts us off by talking with the judges. Randy Jackson says the
Idols have come up pretty big, but the second week is the tough week. Kara
DioGuardi is happy with last week's performances. Paula Abdul stands by her
predictions last week. As this week is Country week, Ryan brings up Simon's love
for Country music. Simon doesn't think 2 hours is enough for it and wants it to
last a whole week.
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American Idol - Top 13 perform Michael Jackson
news from curlio.com
2009-03-10 22:50:59 - Tonight, the Top 13 on American Idol performed the songs
of Michael Jackson. The decision to put 13 through seems to have been a good one
as no one delivered a bad performance. That's right - all of the performances
were at least good, if not great.
Ryan Seacrest asks Randy Jackson what the contestants have to do tonight. Randy
says they need to have a great performance every time. Kara DioGuardi says she
is going to be harder on the Top 13 as the judges now need to make sure they are
the best. Paula Abdul tells the hopefuls not to be afraid of the stage. Simon
Cowell tells them to remember their words, and don't get swallowed by the stage.
Simon then tells us that two people will go home tomorrow.
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American Idol - Recap
Judges make surprise announcement at the end of the wild card round
By Bret Federigan, MSN TV
Eight wild card contestants returned to the "American Idol" stage Thursday night
to compete for what they thought were the remaining three slots in the final 12.
But the judges, led by Simon Cowell, pulled off a surprise at the end of the
performance round by announcing an additional final contestant, expanding the
pool of finalists to 13 singers.
Deliberating quickly, the judges selected teenager Jasmine Murray, Utah native
Megan Joy Corkrey, dueling piano player Matt Giraud and college a cappella
sensation Anoop Desai through to the final round. They join Adam Lambert, Alexis
Grace, Allison Iraheta, Danny Gokey, Jorge Nuńez, Kris Allen, Lil Rounds,
Michael Sarver and Scott MacIntyre. Unlike the four finalists announced Thursday
night, these nine finalists were determined by vote of "Idol" viewers. The 13
finalists begin the final leg of their quest for "Idol" glory next Tuesday in
what should be a significantly competitive competition. More about that later.
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American Idol - The Phenomenon Continues
AMERICAN IDOL returns for the much-anticipated eighth season on January 13.
Hosted by Ryan Seacrest, the No. 1 hit series empowers contestants and viewers
to share their voice in deciding who will be America's next singing superstar.
This season promises to be one of the best yet with new talent, a new judge and
plenty of surprises along the way.
Every year, tens of thousands of hopefuls from across the nation audition for a
shot at stardom. The show's judges – Paula Abdul, Simon Cowell, Randy Jackson
and recent addition Kara DioGuardi - traveled to East Rutherford, NJ;
Jacksonville, FL; Kansas City, MO; Louisville, KY; Phoenix, AZ; Salt Lake City,
UT; San Francisco, CA; and San Juan, Puerto Rico, in search of the next American
Idol. They winnow down the competitors to a select group of semifinalists who
sing their hearts out each week for a studio audience and television viewers.
The judges have their say after every performance, but it's the viewing public
that determines who will advance to the next round of competition and who will
go home. Voting via telephone and text-messaging begins immediately after each
performance show, and the results are announced during the following night's
broadcast.
Emmy Award-winning AMERICAN IDOL is created and executive-produced by Simon
Fuller, founder of 19 Entertainment. The series is executive-produced by Cecile
Frot-Coutaz, CEO, FremantleMedia North America, Inc.; and Ken Warwick, Executive
Producer, FremantleMedia North America, Inc.
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Paula Abdul Thinks Four 'Idol' Judges is a Mistake--Does This Mean She's On Her
Way Out?
Remember when word of American Idol adding a fourth judge first went out? The
first things we were thinking that Kara DioGuardi was, ultimately, out to
replace Paula Abdul. At the end of the seventh season, Paula wasn't exactly in
tip top shape, to say the least. Plus, there's the fact that Kara was introduced
in a pretty sneaky manner—in the middle of the auditions.
And then our fears were quelled—or, for those who cannot stand Paula anymore,
furthered—when it became clear that Kara wasn't out to replace anyone, but would
rather act as a fourth gear of sorts. She did manage to toss the dynamic between
Paula, Simon Cowell and Randy Jackson. Critics generally liked her, hailing her
entry as a burst of much-needed fresh air.
I personally like her informed, smart comments, although the way she does it is
still up in the air—singing a song to Bikini Girl, anyone?
By now, we've probably forgotten what we thought when we first heard of
Kara—that Paula is on her way out. There's still evidence that we might want
that to happen: there's Paula, mumbling through the top 36, and personally I get
more exasperated with each offing. And then Paula suddenly says adding a fourth
judge to the show was a mistake.
Wait a minute—she said that?
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9 Cash-Saving Tips That Pay Big Bucks
complaintsboard.com
The expression "a penny saved is a penny earned" doesn't cut it these days. But saving a few dollars here and there can add up...
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Try out these Thanksgiving recipes from tasteofhome
You May Have Too Much Debt But You Also Have Options
How Life Works
If you feel like you're in over your head with personal debt, you're not alone. Millions of Americans have become overextended, many as a result of easy credit and the recessions. Credit cards, medical bills, personal loans and raising interest rates do not make a good financial mix.
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Suze Orman's Recession Rescue Plan - helps you survive in times of financial crisis
OPRAH.com
Do you know what your family would do if you lost your job - or worse, your home? Financial expert Suze Orman is ready to help you
devise a recession rescue plan to survive - and possibly thrive - during this deepening financial crisis...
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Could fat babies mean fat toddlers?
A new study from Harvard Medical School found that babies who gained weight quickly had a sharply higher risk of obesity. The study
followed close to 600 babies and found those in the top quarter of weight for their length at 6 months had a 40 percent higher risk of
obesity by age 3 than smaller babies.
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The 10-Ingredient Shopping Trip
By Tara Parker-Pope and Mark Bittman
... In his latest “How to Cook Everything” segment on the Today Show, New York Times food writer Mark Bittman makes it
surprisingly easy to cook a week’s worth of dinners with just a 10-ingredient shopping trip.
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Finding last-minute tuition money
There's still time to find funds for this semester's college tuition. But you'll have to move quickly.
By Gerri Willis
It's only a couple of weeks or even days until school begins. And if you don't think you'll be able to get a handle on your college
tuition bill, here with your guide to last minute money.
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Short-term Payday Loans
econ4u.org
...Which are more expensive, late fees or short-term loans?...
A short-term payday loan can be a better option than overdraft fees, reconnect fees, late payment fees or a damaged credit rating when
the loan is repaid promptly. However, these loans are not suited for longer repayment periods...
Being realistic about budgeting can help avoid the need for short-term borrowing.
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Your Just-in-Case Emergency Plan
by RealSimple
Who do you call if you can't make it home in time to meet the kids' bus? Who do
you trust to take in your mail when you're on vacation? Who do you trust with
the extra set of keys to your house?
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How to save $10,000 in 2009
By Liz Pulliam Weston
If you were hoping for a list of small tweaks you could make in your spending to save $10,000 a year, sorry. The reality is that
$10,000 is a lot of money. And saving big money usually means making big changes in the areas where we spend the most, such as:
Housing, Transportation, Food.
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The Super, Sexy, Single Mom on a Budget
by Renee Rayles
A quick reference guide designed for the busy, single mom who has
little time to read while running the mom taxi, cooking dinner, helping with homework, and trying to fit in a date night every now and
then.
32 and Counting? Finding Your Happily Ever After Today
by Gi Gi
The author talks about the struggles a single mom goes through and the discovery that you can have HEAT (Happily Ever After Today) just
as you are, being single, taking care of your kids...
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Single Mothers &
Male Role-Models / Mentors
Single mothers carry an enormous load of responsibility, especially those having sole and/or primary custody of minor children. They
nourish, they nurture, they teach, they discipline, they shelter, they protect, and they provide… all without the assistance of another
equally-invested adult.
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Your 5-minute guide to protecting your identity
20 steps to protect yourself from identity theft, and seven ways to clean up things if you become a victim.
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TheOnlineMom.com offers parents and consumers a guide to the top-rated, age-appropriate, kid-tested and parent-approved tech toys and gifts.
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Diary of a Wimpy Kid: The Last Straw
by Jeff Kinney
For those wondering why tween boys don’t read very much, the answer is that more books aren’t like this...
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Get more self-confidence
Psychiatrist Gail Saltz and body language expert Janine Driver discuss ways to gain more confidence.
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Get back in the game! Dating after divorce
Dr. Laura Berman offers smart strategies for finding romance again
TODAYShow.com contributor
Dating is often a risky and adrenaline-pumping adventure, but when you date after divorce, hearts aren’t the only commodities on the line. Between kids, potential step-relations, money issues and exes, dating after divorce can be a tricky and stressful undertaking.
Rather than delve into this stress, many divorcees choose to isolate themselves from dating and romance.
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HowToDoThings.com
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Is resource with a multitude of "How-To" topics. For instance, single moms can find helpful information about family life with informative articles on the topic of "Building a Family". HowToDoThings.com presents expert-contributed information on a wide variety of family-related topics, including adoption, pregnancy & birth, parenting, and celebrating family events. Some of our most popular articles are on subjects like "How to Understand a Fetal Monitor", "How to Prepare for Breast Feeding while Pregnant", "How to Set Up an Inflatable Birthing Pool", "How to Choose Nanny Agencies", and "How to Buy Infant or Baby Cribs".
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My Story as a Single Mom
by Gail Showalter
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Author Gail Showalter is looking for stories from single mothers to use as examples in a book that will reveal how personalities affect the different ways we handle difficulties. This submission should tell of a situation that you found yourself in as a single mother. It should tell what you did and relate that to your own personality and temperament. In other words, why you did what you did when another person of a different temperament probably would have done it entirely differently given the same circumstances. To find out more about the submission, CLICK HERE.
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