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How to Write Your Mother's Obituary

By 1citygirl

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Writing an obituary can be challenging. Here is a step by step template for making the writing process a bit easier. **Note, this article is most appropriate when writing an obituary for a newspaper announcement**.. more »

How to Write Your Mother's Obituary

By april ort

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Writing an obituary can seem like a very hard endeavor to embark on no matter who the deceased is. When the subject of the eulogy is your mother, however, it brings on an entirely different meaning, usually because of the strong emotions we are ... more »

How to Write Your Mother's Obituary

By AutumnLeavz

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This article will show you how to write your Mother's obituary. We'll go step by step through the process and what you will need to include as well as what you would want to include... more »

How to Address Hot Topics Without Getting Heated

By Amanda Ford

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I used to live in a tiny apartment with very thin walls. One Friday night I was listening to music while getting ready to go out when I heard pounding come through my ceiling. I thought my upstairs neighbor must have dropped something ... more »

How to Answer the Dreaded Question: "Do You Think I'm Fat?"

By acopro13

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Everyone has had a loved one ask them at least once "Do you think I'm Fat?" As a women who has tortured my ex-husband and various boyfriends with that very question I've learned from their creative answers. No matter how confident a ... more »

How to Apologize for Cheating on a Partner

By eHow Relationships & Family Editor

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You have made a terrible mistake and hurt your partner by cheating. Now you want to make things right. You may not be able to undo the damage but you can start by apologizing. Use these tips to apologize for cheating on a partner... more »

How to Apologize to a Friend

By Kristie Leong M.D.

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Have you had a recent argument with a friend? A sincere apology can work wonders at healing the wounds of an argument and getting you back into the good graces of your friend... more »

How to Apply the Concept of Projection to Daily Life

By Michael Motta

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We all know what projection means in terms of movie theaters and probably in terms of trying to predict the future. But projection is also a common term in psychology. Here's a decent definition of projection as it relates to psychology: "the ... more »

How to Approach a Man

By MrSmooth

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Most women wonder if its ok to approach a man. I've been asked several times by my female friends or their friends, why is it so hard to get a date. Well the answer is, To approach the guy you want yourself and its not so hard to do. In my ... more »

How to Ask a Family Member for a Loan

By eHow Relationships & Family Editor

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Asking to borrow money is never easy. It can be embarrassing, like a person is admitting that they can't take care of their responsibilities on their own. The situation becomes even more delicate if the person you are asking to loan you money is ... more »

How to Ask Out Someone of a Different Race

By eHow Relationships & Family Editor

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Interracial dating is still a controversial issue in some areas of the country. You may not care what society says of your love interests, and you have every right to date who you want to, regardless of racial stereotypes. But keep in mind that ... more »

How to Attract Men – Guide for Women

By Insideout

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Have you ever wished more guys paid attention to you when you walked down the street? Maybe they're paying attention to you but you want them to approach you? Maybe you wish more guys would get down on one knee and plead to become your man? ... more »

How to Avoid Boring Sex As a Newlywed

By Hunterchad

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You’ve both said “I do” and now you feel a lot like “You don’t want to.” Your lackluster lust is in conflict with what the media tells us, the first year of marriage is supposed to be non-stop romance and heart-stopping sex. Yet, it’s not ... more »

How to Avoid Common Divorce Mistakes

By JanCast2007

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Deciding that a marriage is over is often a difficult decision to come to terms with. However, once you have made the decision that the relationship is not salvageable, it is important that you proceed with the divorce responsibly. Couples make ... more »

How to Avoid Family During the Holidays

By eHow Relationships & Family Editor

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Most people complain about family stress during the holidays, yet they keep going back for more. This year, try a new approach. Avoid your family during the holidays and cut back on the stress that comes with those crowded gatherings... more »

How to Avoid Going to a Family Function

By michaelgavin

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One of the most traditional family outings is the infamous family gathering or family reunion. Quite often families will set up these family functions by planning them far in advance. Many a complaint has been offered as to why people abhor ... more »

How to avoid loneliness during Christmas

By april ort

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In every commercial, on every television special during this time of year, we are reminded that Christmas is a time to be with family and a reason for celebration, yet there are many of us who find themselves alone and often times sad during this ... more »

How to Avoid Marrying a Jerk

By eHow Relationships & Family Editor

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It should be easy to tell a jerk from a prince. Unfortunately, childhood patterns, previous experiences and compatibility all influence our decision-making skills. They also determine our ability to recognize a jerk. With observation, ... more »

How to avoid marrying an idiot!

By ABlackbear

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You have heard the words "love is blind". A lot of times when we enter a relationship we do this thing which is called blinding ourselves. You know..when we forgive our partner for the same crime for the hundredth time! Then we like to ... more »

How to Awaken the Inner Sex God

By eHow Relationships & Family Editor

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Often societal expectations require men to take a macho, dominating stance when it comes to sex. Women often feel intimidated by this. Becoming a sex god is about finding a new sexual perspective and helping your woman tune in to her own ... more »

How to Baby sit your little sister

By PurplePrincess

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Have you ever had difficulty baby sitting your little sister. Well tremble no more. With these simple ideas and tricks. You'll have your little sis' smiling and laughing in no time... more »

How to Be a Badass

By eHow Relationships & Family Editor

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So, you want to be a badass, but your efforts have only resulted in your friends laughing at you. In fact, puppies are more intimidated by their chew toys than they are of you. We've all seen the movies with the typical American badass. He ... more »

How to Be a Better Partner

By Imogen

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This article is about being a better partner. You can't read your partners' mind and they can't read yours but this article will almost get you there!.. more »

How to Be a Boomerang Kid

By Amanda Ford

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The label is a bit of a misnomer, considering Boomerang Kids aren't kids at all, but adults who have returned home to live with their parents. Whatever your motivation--you miss Mom and/or Dad too much to live away; you want to save money; the ... more »

How to Be a Friend and Make a Friend.

By Treciagayle

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Having a special friend is one of life's greatest pleasures. We all need a special friend or two to share day-in and day-out activities, challenges and successes. The following steps will assist the individual to help make a friend. Take all ... more »