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What are date fruit?
Tuesday, March 09, 2010
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Date fruit, which grow below the fronds of date palm trees, were first cultivated thousands of years ago on the shores of the Persian Gulf.
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What to do on your birthday
Saturday, January 09, 2010
Debating what to do on your birthday? Plan a meaningful excursion or treat yourself to a luxury3
Life in New York City
Thursday, January 07, 2010
Love it or hate it, life in New York City is something else0
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New years outfits
Wednesday, December 30, 2009
When the ball drops on new years eve... what will you be wearing?0
Unique living rooms
Saturday, December 12, 2009
Tired of your old formal living room? Transform it into a game room or home theater!3
How to cook a ham
Tuesday, December 08, 2009
a glazed and sliced ham is the perfect addition to any holiday dinner table1
Bachelorette party destinations
Monday, December 07, 2009
I‘m not sure where the bachelorette party is, but I’ll have another drink!8
Traditional christmas dinner
Wednesday, December 02, 2009
Flaming Plum Pudding is a traditional Victorian-era christmas dessert2
Gifts for weddings
Monday, November 16, 2009
Biodegradable ecofetti, a greener alternative to throwing rice or wedding confetti3
Gifts for bridal showers
Thursday, November 12, 2009
ideal gifts for bridal showers include spa gift certificates or relaxing beauty treatments2
Stocking stuffers for kids
Friday, November 06, 2009
The stockings were hung by the chimney with care, in hopes that Saint Nicholas soon would be there!7
Planning a christmas party
Wednesday, October 28, 2009
snowflake decorations, christmas lights and mood lighting - just an example of christmas themed party decor7
Spanish coffee recipe
Wednesday, October 14, 2009
In Spain, café carajillo (Spanish Coffee) contains a small measure of brandy or rum.4
Ice coffee recipe
Tuesday, October 13, 2009
Grandma's famous ice coffee recipe: coffee ice cream is the secret ingredient4
Kitchen organization tips
Monday, October 05, 2009
Useful tips and ideas to improve organization and comfort in your kitchen1
Employee activity month
Friday, October 02, 2009
employee activity month: energize and motivate your staff with team building programs3
Interesting gift ideas
Thursday, October 01, 2009
selecting unique gifts: sometimes the very best gifts aren't 0
Dinner party ideas
Friday, August 21, 2009
Dinner parties are a fun way to bring your friends together4
Candle gift ideas go natural
Monday, July 13, 2009
The glow of natural soy candles lends drama to any occasion1
4th of July recipes
Wednesday, June 24, 2009
Create good food for your Independence Day celebrations!1
Fourth of July party ideas
Wednesday, June 24, 2009
Independence Day celebrations can be creative as you want them to be.3
Father's Day weekend ideas
Monday, May 18, 2009
There are hundreds of things you can do on a fun Father's Day weekend5
Father's day recipes
Sunday, May 17, 2009
Make dad's day extra special with one of these Father's Day recipes6
Funny Mother's Day gifts
Tuesday, April 21, 2009
Funny Mother's Day gifts like a Xena sword and superhero cape will make mom laugh!12
Mother's Day breakfast ideas for kids
Tuesday, April 21, 2009
Get the little ones involved with easy Mother's Day breakfast ideas5
Mother's Day recipes for breakfast in bed
Thursday, April 16, 2009
Tempting Mother's Day recipes let you show mom how special she is2
Western party ideas
Sunday, April 12, 2009
A western party is sure to draw cowpokes and cowgirls, too, who like their fun with a stiff shot of humor.4
Homecoming theme ideas
Sunday, April 05, 2009
Homecoming festivities reflect a sense of school spirit that manifests itself in fun-filled activities. 3
Unique party gifts reflect imagination
Tuesday, March 24, 2009
If the recipient of a gift is a techie, try to select a unique gift that shows some imagination.7
Wedding reception table decorations
A vibrant centerpiece is surrounded by candles and candy-filled spoons.6
Birthday party invitation ideas
Create a theme for your child's birthday party, and then use that theme for invitations, food, decorations, and party games0
Making the most of modern invitations
Spice up your invitations by adding character and some pizzaz!0
New Year's Eve fashions
Baubles, bangles and beads make for fashion fun, especially when followed by a champagne toast and best wishes for a Happy New Year.4
Unique Christmas recipes
Unique tasting treats are made by daring to combine contrasting ingredients such as these cranberries and hot wasabi peas.2
New Year's meal traditions
With a little planning and effort, you can start a new tradition for the New Year6
Thanksgiving dessert recipes
These recipes follow a Thanksgiving or autumn theme, but they are unique enough to fit the bill when looking for something different2
Thanksgiving ideas for table decorations
Guests may come for the turkey but they also will be observing your holiday table decorations.5
How to Make a Hanukkah Bush
Is it a Christmas tree or a Hanukkah bush? You may need to look at the decorations to know for sure.5
Thanksgiving dinner activities
The right activities will make your Thanksgiving dinner more memorable for everyone6
Recipes for Thanksgiving side dishes
Surround the traditional turkey with some new side dishes for an unforgettable Thanksgiving dinner41
Scary Halloween stories you haven’t heard before
What could be better for Halloween night than a collection of really scary stories?8
Plus sized Halloween costume ideas
Find the right costume for your size and style and join in the Halloween fun3
Halloween costume ideas for a couple
Famous celebrities like Hugh Hefner and his bunnies are always a popular choice for couples Halloween costumes2
Halloween ideas for parties
Throwing a Halloween party can be a good way to commemorate the spookiest day of the year11
Easy Halloween games for kids
These Halloween games for kids are easy to organize, and will help the kids have a great time5
Homemade Halloween costumes for adults
Homemade Halloween costumes can be an easy way to dress for the occasion; join your kids in the fun4
Scary Halloween party recipes
Use a few of these scary Halloween party recipes at your spooky get-together, and make your party a hit with party-goers of all ages7
Halloween party games for younger kids
Younger kids can be entertained with Halloween party games that won't throw a scare into your wallet.43
Cheesy pick up lines
Guys or gals will use the cheesiest pickup lines in hopes of getting a laugh out of the object of their desires7
Princess party ideas
Your daughter will never forget her first princess party - make it as special as possible by making use of these great ideas8
Make her sweet sixteen party special
Have the girls get dressed up and do something sophisticated. It doesn't have to be expensive, but something fancier than usual5
Sweet and spicy bachelorette party gift ideas
Anything that treats and pampers the bride are great bachelorette party gifts. Give her a gift certificate for a massage or a facial7
Fun dress up games for children
Costumes and other props help little girls and boys use their imagination to reflect their perceptions of the world and explore their dreams2
Save money planning your child's birthday party
Instead of getting that second pony for your child's birthday party, use the money for extra fun stuff like ice cream, face-painting or decorations9
Good birthday party manners for kids
Let them have fun together! But encourage your birthday child to spend time with each guest because they each came to the party to celebrate his birthday2
Dressing for the office holiday party
A good rule of thumb is to think of someone who might be an executive or even someone at your professional level when getting ideas for how to dress correctly for the office holiday party17
How to be the best best man
As his best man, it is your responsibility to decorate the getaway vehicle. Enlist the rest of the wedding party to help you with this important task4
Become a connoisseur of French wines
French wines such as Bordeaux and Chardonnay are synonymous with good taste and high quality7
How to drink within your limits
You have a drink. You worry about driving, passing out or just about stumbling around and you want to avoid that10
How to become a magic show performer
Create a wardrobe that is exciting and eye-catching. You want to get the most out of your show, so all components must be thought-out and planned just right2
Spice up your act with the air magic card trick
The air magic card trick requires a great deal of practice. Practice the action of causing just one card to flip over when dropping a deck of cards3
Impress everyone with the circus magic card trick
Fan out the cards and allow a participant to pick a card. While they're not paying attention to what you are doing, take a peek at the bottom card of the deck0
Crush 'em with the heavy-handed card trick
Make sure each card is held face-up so the participant can see this. You don't know what his card is, but you do know what the card was just before it15
Wow your audience with the pick-a-card magic trick
It seems impossible that out of 52 cards a person could pick out the one card you chose. There are some people who will be nay-sayers, but most will be shocked4
Leap! And get your magic show on stage
Do you dream of performing your magic tricks on a stage before a real audience? Perfect the tricks you want to perform to become a successful magician5
How to get over magic show performance stress
You need to make sure you know your magic show backward and forward to lower your stress level and to have fun during your performances6
How to organize your magic show
Performing card tricks with members of your audience will draw their attention, partly because they're into your tricks and partly because they want to be the next volunteer3
How to play to your audience with a magic wand
If you use a magic wand sparingly in your act, the audience will realize that it is you, the magician, who possesses magical powers, not the wand3
Transform your magic show with magic words
Magicians started using 'Abracadabra' and other magical words and incantations to make audiences believe that they had actual supernatural powers5
Magic wand accessories to liven your magic show
To add an element of surprise to your magic show, use flowers or pieces of silk that can be hidden and then appear out of thin air with a flick of your magic wand4
How to bounce back if you mess up your magic show
You never know when you're going to goof up. It's best not to live in fear of it. Be confident in yourself and your skill at the tricks you perform17
Learn three easy magic tricks
You can entertain and amaze your friends and family just by learning these simple magic tricks - one, two, three, abracadabra3
Delicious tapas recipes
Tapas are an hors d'oeuvre served with drinks – especially in Spanish bars; now tapas are becoming more and more popular in American bars as well4
How to clean silver
Stainless flatware, although truly handsome, cannot replace the look and feel of silver - follow these steps to enjoy silver's unique sparkle17
What does RSVP mean?
RSVP means please respond. In French, it reads Repondez, s'il vous plait. You will see RSVP most often on a party invitation or the invitation to a wedding4
Plan an Easter egg hunt
Children always enjoy an exciting Easter egg hunt - and planning one is easy with these helpful tips4
How to throw a block party
When you start organizing a block party, you'll want to check several months in advance about what the municipal rules are that you'll have to follow5
Finding a ballroom dance class
The price of learning ballroom dancing is always a consideration, but national chains have set prices that can help fit into your budget11
Why does turkey make you sleepy?
Turkey contains the amino acid tryptophan that has a slight sedative effect on the human body5
A family-friendly New Year's party
Playing volley balloon is a fun New Year's party game for children and adults2
Christmas party ideas for families
A mother and her daughters decorate their tree at a family Christmas party2
Selecting a corporate holiday card
Corporate holiday cards are a great way to stay in touch with clients, vendors and employees6
Summer appetizers you'll love
These taste tempting summer appetizers will delight you and your guests365
How to make a pinata
If you can’t find the right shape or design for your party, follow these easy steps to learn how to make a piñata30
Thanksgiving party games
Try some of these Thanksgiving party games to turn the standard family gathering into a fun time for all.88
Cake decorating ideas
Do you need to bake a cake, but you're not sure how to make it special? Here are 7 fresh ideas to make your cake a winner.15
How to host a Christmas tree trimming party
Decorating your Christmas tree together is a lovely way to celebrate the season.15
Baby shower games
If you're hosting a baby shower, here are a few easy and inexpensive games you can play.48
Unique Halloween costume ideas
Don’t want to be just another Power Ranger or Harry Potter this Halloween? Here are some ideas to spur on your creativity.118
Funny Halloween costume ideas
You don't have to be a stand-up comedian to make people laugh - just some funny Halloween costume ideas.17
Fun & easy Halloween party ideas for kids
Good Halloween party games aren't necessarily expensive or a lot of work; just use your imagination.15
Christmas party ideas - ten tips for you
A Christmas party is a wonderful way to gather your loved ones to celebrate the season. Why not plan one this year?447
Teen birthday party ideas
Birthday parties are more fun if you plan them around the activities you and your friends enjoy most.
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50th Birthday party ideas
A fiftieth birthday is a special occasion. Make it as memorable as possible.21
Birthday party ideas for kids
With just a little planning you can have a great birthday party for your child211
Birthday party ideas for adults
An important consideration when planning a birthday party for an adult is, of course, the honoree.168
Kids party games for indoors
Parties are no fun without kids party games, so here are several favorites94
Kids party games for outdoors
What could be more fun than having great kids party games that won't wreck your house?67
How to make a bow
Bows are actually easy to make and they greatly enhance the appearance of any package.108
Birthday invitations start off party fun
Sending birthday invitations to your intended guests is an important step.19
Birthday party games add to the fun
No child's birthday party is complete until all the kids participate in some games.34