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Are you planning a family reunion, or perhaps trying to accommodate all tastes at this year's Christmas dinner? No matter what event or holiday you are planning, our experienced writers are here to help you create the family memories of a lifetime.

How To Organize a Long Distance Baby Shower

 
 
 
 
 
August 13, 2008
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By Marion Cornett
Your daughter and her husband or that favorite daughter-in-law and son live a day's travel time away – and she is going to have a baby. Many of her friends and family live closer...

How To Make a Diaper Cake

 
 
 
 
 
July 27, 2008
By Cassandra Seveny
Decorating for a baby shower can have limited options. For a fun and creative decoration, consider making a diaper cake. Creating this cake lets you gift the new mom with items...

How To Make Ukrainian Easter Eggs

 
 
 
 
 
March 10, 2008
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By Sylvie Leochko
Ukrainian Easter eggs have been a tradition for centuries. Each egg in fact represents best wishes for friends and neighbors, especially when you hand them out as gifts.

How To Garden Safely with Children at Home or in School

 
 
 
 
 
February 5, 2008
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By Marilisa Sachteleben
Here are some safety considerations for plant care, gardening and botany lessons with children at home or in a school or classroom garden.

How To Make Moving with Children Easier

 
 
 
 
 
January 18, 2008
By Amy Friedl
Moving can be stressful enough for adults. But when children are involved, it's important to consider the stress that can impact them and to address it so moving is easier for...

How To Keep New Year's Resolutions

 
 
 
 
 
January 2, 2008
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By C.V. Rajan
This articles gives you some guidelines to make sure that you are able to successfully keep your resolutions and get out of your bad habits.

How To Stick with New Year's Resolutions

 
 
 
 
 
December 31, 2007
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By Sylvie Leochko
As the New Year approaches, resolutions are on your mind. How to make it easier to stay focused on your resolutions and realizing each and everyone of them? Simple! Visualize them...physically!...

How To Choose Valentine's Day Flowers

 
 
 
 
 
December 14, 2007
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By Denise Oliveri
Buying Valentine's Day flowers for your loved one should be a thoughtful process. Don't wait until the last minute to go flower shopping.

How To Keep Your Children From Driving You Crazy During The Holidays

 
 
 
 
 
December 2, 2007
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By Zach Bauguess
Children can sometimes be a pain to deal with during the Christmas season. Use a few of these tips to make your holiday season an enjoyable experience for everyone in your household.

How To Buy a Gift for Someone Who Has Everything

 
 
 
 
 
November 30, 2007
By John L. McKinley
Shopping for a gift can be difficult when buying for someone who has everything. These tips can help save time in finding the perfect gift.

How To Decorate a Christmas Tree

 
 
 
 
 
November 29, 2007
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By Bronwyn Harris
There are virtually endless ways to decorate a Christmas tree. From traditional to modern, simple to elaborate, Christmas tree ornaments reflect the personalities of the families...

How To Throw a Baby Shower

 
 
 
 
 
October 25, 2007
By Cherish Lytle
Baby showers are a great way to save money on all the items your new baby needs before coming into the world. But planning one takes a little bit of effort. This article will make...

How To Choose a Flatware Set

 
 
 
 
 
September 24, 2007
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By Marilisa Sachteleben
Do's and don'ts for selecting quality flatware that is dishwasher safe, sturdy, well-made and affordable. Style, brand and design detail suggestions as well as cost saving options...

How To Stay Safe Around Fireworks

 
 
 
 
 
April 23, 2007
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By Brian McDonald
Ah, the smell of gunpowder hanging in the air on the Fourth of July... the crackling and sparkling, the giant displays that light up clouds of smoke, the tar marks and refuse strewn...

How To Create a Place Setting

 
 
 
 
 
February 16, 2007
By Staff Writer
You've made all the necessary preparations for a soiree to remember - Cornish game hens, a peat fire burning unobtrusively in the fireplace, and the finest Washington State wines...

How To Dress for Graduation

 
 
 
 
 
February 14, 2007
By D M
Graduation is a festive occasion - and one with surprisingly few rules when it comes to what you wear. While what you wear under your gown may not seem important, graduation is...

How To Take Pictures at a Graduation Ceremony

 
 
 
 
 
February 7, 2007
By D M
Congratulations - you or your child finally graduated! Or maybe it's a close friend who is the graduate. No matter who is graduating, you will want to take pictures of...

How To Make the Perfect Snowball

 
 
 
 
 
January 11, 2007
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By Brian McDonald
The perfect snowball... when you've made it, you'll know. It's unmistakable - that perfect weight and texture for packing, the ease on the elbow as you throw it, splattering...

How To Make a Campfire

 
 
 
 
 
January 9, 2007
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By Brian McDonald
We've all been burned (figuratively) by lousy campfires in the past. Perhaps because making fires is such an age-old human endeavor, failing to make a good one can be a humbling...

How To Make a Disco Ball

 
 
 
 
 
November 28, 2006
By Staff Writer
Have you ever been to a party and seen a disco ball hanging from the ceiling? You might have thought to yourself, "I can't believe there's a disco ball here! It...

How To Take Photos with Santa

 
 
 
 
 
November 5, 2006
By Tonya Sandersfeld
When you step outside, you can feel the nip of winter in the air. If you listen very, very closely, you can almost hear the jingle of Santa's sleigh bells in the distance. You...

How To Get Along With Relatives

 
 
 
 
 
October 27, 2006
By Tonya Sandersfeld
Everyone has a picture in their mind of what an ideal family holiday should be. Usually this involves lots of family members of all ages sitting around a large table, eating,...

How To Celebrate Baby's First Christmas

 
 
 
 
 
October 20, 2006
By Tonya Sandersfeld
Having a baby will completely change the way you look at the holidays. There are a lot of things that will be much more fun than they were pre-baby, but also some things that...

How To Buy Gifts for Grandparents

 
 
 
 
 
October 18, 2006
By Tonya Sandersfeld
Buying Christmas gifts for grandparents can be a bit tricky. More than likely, they don't need any of the typically "useful" gifts, but on the other hand, you don't...

How To Pack for a Family Beach Vacation

 
 
 
 
 
September 12, 2006
By Victoria Miller
Packing for a family vacation at the beach can be an overwhelming task, but if you're organized you can get the job done in no time at all. Here are some tips on how to pack for...

How To Plan a Baptism

 
 
 
 
 
July 19, 2006
By Amy Mullen
Many religions have a ceremony to introduce their children into their church and community.  Depending on your religious affiliation, this may be called a christening, a naming...

How To Create Family Reunion Invitiations

 
 
 
 
 
July 8, 2006
By Amy Mullen
If you are looking to make your family reunion an unforgettable event, you should start with a sharp looking invitation.  You can go to the store and buy them readymade, but in...

How To Find Family Reunion Cruises

 
 
 
 
 
June 24, 2006
By Amy Mullen
Family reunion cruises have become a popular way for families to reconnect and enjoy an exciting vacation together.  Cruises offer a variety of fun things to do, great places...

How To Throw a 25th Wedding Anniversary Party

 
 
 
 
 
June 4, 2006
By Ann MacDonald
A 25th wedding anniversary is a momentous occasion. Often, people choose to celebrate this "silver" anniversary with a party. This useful guide will outline everything...

How To Throw a Great Housewarming Party

 
 
 
 
 
May 21, 2006
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By Andrea Hermitt
Moving into a new and larger home can often give the new occupants an empty feeling. The house literally feels empty. A housewarming party will fill the house with family and...

How To Throw a Great Graduation Party

 
 
 
 
 
May 21, 2006
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By Andrea Hermitt
Throwing a graduation party is often an honor for a proud parent as well as one of the most memorable life moments for the graduate. As parents you will want to give your graduate...

How To Order Personalized Kids' Party Supplies

 
 
 
 
 
May 21, 2006
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By Andrea Hermitt
The only thing cooler for a kid than having a party, is having a party that is personalized with her name and other important information. This guide will help you order personalized...

How To Throw a Great Party for Your Teen

 
 
 
 
 
May 20, 2006
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By Andrea Hermitt
Statistics say that teens are most likely to consume alcohol and participate in inappropriate activities during parties. It is also a known fact that too much parental participation...

How To Throw a Sweet 16 Birthday Party

 
 
 
 
 
May 20, 2006
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By Andrea Hermitt
For many girls, having a sweet sixteen party is second only to their plans for a future wedding. Whether you are planning a sweet sixteen party, or a Quinceanera, here is a guide...

How To Find Baby Shower Poems

 
 
 
 
 
May 18, 2006
By Ann MacDonald
Whether you are hosting a baby shower or just attending one, you may want to use a baby shower poem. We'll help you find the best assortments of free poems online as well as providing...

How To Throw a Great Retirement Party

 
 
 
 
 
May 17, 2006
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By Elizabeth Grace
Most of us look forward to the day when we will be able to retire. No more alarm clocks, no more overtime, and no more answering to the boss. Retirement is freedom -- and a wonderful...

How To Throw a Great 50th Birthday Party

 
 
 
 
 
May 17, 2006
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By Elizabeth Grace
Everybody loves a good party. What could be more fun than a festive gathering of friends and family? Landmark birthdays are often the times when adults choose to have a birthday...

How To Play Kids' Party Games

 
 
 
 
 
May 16, 2006
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By Elizabeth Grace
Everybody loves a party, and kids are no exception. Festive decorations, yummy food, tons of balloons and of course, fun party games, help to make the day memorable. If it's...

How To Buy a Graduation Cake

 
 
 
 
 
May 15, 2006
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By Elizabeth Grace
Graduations are wonderful causes for celebration. Whether from junior high, high school, or college, graduation marks academic advancement and deserves recognition. Graduation...

How To Throw a Great Pool Party

 
 
 
 
 
May 13, 2006
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By Casey Nicholson
Ahhh the summer pool party...the staple to summer fun! There are many things to keep in mind when throwing a pool party! You will want to have everything possible to make the...

How To Create a Baby Shower Corsage

 
 
 
 
 
May 12, 2006
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By Elizabeth Grace
A baby shower is a wonderful opportunity to honor an expectant mother and help to welcome her to the world of motherhood. The gifts are for the baby, but the day is all about Mom....

How To Buy Children's Party Supplies and Decorations

 
 
 
 
 
May 11, 2006
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By Elizabeth Grace
Planning a party for children? You'll need kid-friendly food, a few games to play and festive decorations. Are you also hosting the party? In that case, you'll need a good...

How To Plan a Graduation Party

 
 
 
 
 
May 9, 2006
By Becky Mates
It is that time of year again when students in high school, college, graduate school, law school and medical school are all graduating.   That means it is time to start planning...

How To Play Family Reunion Games

 
 
 
 
 
May 9, 2006
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By Elizabeth Grace
Family reunions are wonderful opportunities for family members to talk about old times, catch up on each other's lives and have a little fun together. If you are planning a reunion...

How To Follow Baby Shower Etiquette

 
 
 
 
 
May 9, 2006
By Victoria Miller
A baby shower is a wonderful event for any new or expectant mother. Still, there are many guidelines and unspoken rules regarding the practice of baby showers--from who should...

How To Throw a Great 50th Wedding Anniversary Party

 
 
 
 
 
May 8, 2006
By Victoria Miller
A 50th wedding anniversary is a big milestone for any married couple. The 50th wedding anniversary is often known as the Golden Anniversary--and it should be celebrated with family,...

How To Buy Graduation Party Supplies

 
 
 
 
 
May 7, 2006
If you are throwing a graduation party either for yourself or for a family member or close friend, you may want to do some advance planning to determine some of the logistics of...

How To Take Family Portraits

 
 
 
 
 
May 7, 2006
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By Elizabeth Grace
Taking a family portrait is a wonderful way to preserve a moment of your family's history. Since the portrait is likely to last for generations, you'll want to do all that you...

How To Plan Family Reunion Activities

 
 
 
 
 
May 5, 2006
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By Elizabeth Grace
When planning a family reunion, there are many tasks to handle. Once the location has been secured, the invitations mailed and the menu chosen, you are well on your way. You do...

How To Find Bat Mitzvah Party Favors

 
 
 
 
 
May 2, 2006
By Becky Mates
Finding Bat Mitzvah party favors can seem like an arduous process.  However, with just a little bit of determination and a little bit of time, you can find the perfect favors...
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