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On June 24, 1947, Idaho pilot Ken Arnold spotted a group of unidentified flying objects over Mt. Rainier, Wash., sparking worldwide speculation of government cover-ups and fear of extraterrestrial invasion. To mark the occasion of this first ... more »

How to Celebrate Weight Loss

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Losing weight is a life-changing experience for some people. After losing weight, some people feel revived and have the chance to take charge of their life again. Celebrate weight loss by celebrating who you are as a person and all of your ... more »

How to Celebrate World No Tobacco Day

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World No Tobacco Day is a creation of the World Health Organization (WHO) and celebrated every year on May 31. It features different themes, such as the dangers of second hard smoke or the importance of keeping our youth tobacco-free. These are ... more »

How to choose your wedding cake.

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You are getting married, now you need to choose a wedding cake for your special event. Here are some points to consider... more »

How to Collect 9/11 Commemorative Coins

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Collecting coins that help to honor and commemorate those who lost their lives on September 11, 2001 can be a noble endeavor. By using a combination of online resources and brick-and-mortar coin stores, you should be able to assemble a collection ... more »

How to Collect 9/11 Commemorative DVDs

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Due to the incredible amount of video footage that was shot in the aftermath of the 9/11 terrorist attacks, there are many commemorative DVDs available from a variety of sources. Whether you are looking to collect professionally produced news ... more »

How to Collect 9/11 Commemorative Photos

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Few artistic media have captured the essence of 9/11 as well as photography. From the first photos of the planes crashing into the Twin Towers to the bulletin boards covered with photos of those missing in the aftermath, photography has helped to ... more »

How to Collect 9/11 Commemorative Stamps

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Collecting 9/11 commemorative stamps is an excellent way to remember those who lost their lives on September 11, 2001. By using a combination of online resources and local stamp dealers, you will be able to assemble a collection that will help to ... more »

How to Connect With Earth, Air, Fire and Water on Midsummer's Day

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Rituals vary from place to place, but it is the intention behind the ritual that is of primary importance. Rituals themselves only serve to give voice to what's in our hearts and minds. Connecting with the earth, air, fire and water, especially ... more »

How to Cool Drinks at a Picnic

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There is nothing like a cool drink on a hot summer day. When having a picnic you want to have plenty of cool drinks on hand and not run out. Here are several ways to cool drinks quickly if you run out of cold ones... more »

How to Create a First Day of Summer Lesson Plan

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The first day of summer makes for difficult teaching because, for many schools, it falls very close to the start of summer vacation. Some kids are already out of school and others are so squirrelly with the notion of 3 months off that they can ... more »

How to create a holiday dinner shopping list

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Having a gathering of friends and family during the holiday season can make wonderful memories. Using this outline of preparations for your Holiday will ensure an event to remember... more »

How to Create a Sacred Space for Midsummer

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Midsummer is a powerful time. This is when the sun shines brightest, and it's the moment the year changes from days growing longer to days growing shorter. This shift creates a powerful time for ritual and celebration, as individuals the world ... more »

How to Create New Family Traditions

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Traditions give us comfort, help us to relax, know what to expect and leave us with warm memories. In these ever changing times we seem to lose more than we gain. At the time, it seems as though it is for the good. Still, the absence of tradition ... more »

How to create printable wedding anniversary cards

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Making free printable wedding anniversary cards easy to do and is a creative way to give a thoughtful gift that is a personal expression... more »

How to create Tussie~Mussies

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In Victorian times communication between the sexes was chaperoned and between "class" forbidden. One day a smitten,creative gardener sniped & gathered fragrant rosemary for remembrance, intoxicating red rosebuds for passion & ... more »

How to Cut a Divining Rod on Litha

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A diving rod is a branch of a tree--typically hazel, apple or willow--with two forks that form a Y off a central branch. In olden days, they were used to search for gold, hunt thieves and murderers and utilized for a number of other quasi-magical ... more »

How to Decorate for a Party on an Inexpensive Budget

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There are many ways to decorate for a party of any kind without spending a bundle. With a little ingenuity, a little time and patience and anyone can create a memorable party for any occasion... more »

How to Decorate for a Party with Dramatic Results

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You don't have to spend a lot of money or hire a high priced decorator to achieve a very dramatic effect for a party or a wedding. Follow the steps and make your affair the one everyone is talking about... more »

How to Decorate for Litha

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Litha, or summer solstice, is the Wiccan celebration of Midsummer, marking the balancing point between May 1 and August 1 (the months of summer in the old calendars). Midsummer traditions can be found all over the world, ranging from the Greek ... more »

How to Decorate for Midsummer

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At midsummer the sun is at its most powerful, hence midsummer celebrations mark the ultimate triumph of light over darkness. Although midsummer is when the sun is strongest, it is also the moment when the darkness begins to encroach, and you ... more »

How to Decorate for the First Day of Summer

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The changing of the seasons makes a good occasion to decorate your house. Shifting weather and social activities mean that a new look for your home can make a big difference. Thankfully, you can decorate for the first day of summer without ... more »

How to Decorate With St. John's Wort on Litha

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St. John's wort is a type of herb that is indigenous to Europe but found throughout North America as well, which blooms in late June about the same time as Litha. It can be recognized by its yellow five-point flower and is often used as an ... more »

How to DJ a Wedding Reception

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After paying for the wedding, many people cannot afford to hire a really good DJ. Why not give a service that can be a blessing to the bride and groom? You can create lasting memories... more »

How to Donate to the WTC Memorial Fund

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After some controversy and disagreement over the type of monument New Yorkers ultimately wanted to honor those lost on 9/11, the WTC Memorial Foundation is moving ahead with a design that was finally approved in 2006. By donating to the Memorial ... more »

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