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How to move from England to America

By chelbelle77

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Moving from the UK to the US can be a bewildering experience. Here are some useful tips for you to consider before you move.. more »

How to Move to Mexico if Your Spouse is Deported

By airesflora

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Mexican border towns are growing at an alarming rate. Deportations have brought a new dynamic to the American Latino family. Many of us are now living a dual life, residing with our deported spouse in Mexico and crossing the border each day to ... more »

How to Mwoop

By Fenshire

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"Mwoop" is the sound a bunny's ears make as they fall in sadness. With practice, anyone can learn how to mwoop with the best of them... more »

How to Observe Lent as a Catholic

By eHow Culture & Society Editor

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Catholic Lenten traditions have been observed by Catholics throughout the world for 2,000 years. As you observe Lent as a Catholic, offer up your sufferings and draw closer to God. Grow spiritually as you observe Lent as a Catholic. Here are some ... more »

How to Observe National Disabilities Awareness Month in the Classroom

By Martina McKoy

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Established by Congress in 1988, October is month in which we honor extraordinary individuals with disabilities and create awareness of the ongoing battle for their fair treatment in schools and the workplace. Follow these steps to observe this ... more »

How to Observe National Philanthropy Day

By Patricia Resnick

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The dictionary defines Philanthropy as "goodwill to fellowmen; especially active effort to promote human welfare; a philanthropic act or gift..." There are many good reasons for Philanthropy. The best reason is that it reconnects us to ... more »

How to Observe Proper Japanese Shrine and Temple Etiquette

By Adrien-Luc Sanders

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When visiting Japanese temples and shrines, certain customs and points of etiquette should be observed--not only to avoid any social blunders, but to maximize one's enjoyment of the experience... more »

How to Observe the Day of Arafat

By eHow Culture & Society Editor

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Muslims all over the world observe the Day of Arafat on the ninth month of the Islamic calendar, Dhul-Hajj. During this month thousands of Muslims all over the world travel to Mecca, Saudi Arabia to take part in the annual pilgrimage known as ... more »

How to Observe World Poverty Day in the Classroom

By Martina McKoy

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The United Nations officially declared October 17th World Poverty Day in 1987, and the organization has continued to raise the collective consciousness on this issue ever since. Follow these steps to bring enlightenment to the students in your ... more »

How to occupy yourself while on the phone with a talker

By amygg07

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Ever had a one sided conversation on the phone? I have a few tips/ideas to occupy your time, while on those calls. ;o).. more »

How to Order Food Like a WWII GI

By Mike Calahan

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If ever you find yourself inadvertently passing through a break in the space-time continuum and wake up as a soldier in WWII, here are some steps to ensure that, if nothing else, you get a decent meal... more »

How to Organize a Church Bazaar

By eHow Culture & Society Editor

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A church bazaar is usually held to raise funds for the church. Someone is usually appointed to plan the event or volunteers organize the church bazaar and plan for a fun-filled time. For the person organizing it, this can be a stressful occasion ... more »

How to Organize a Demonstration in Washington

By eHow Culture & Society Editor

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The First Amendment of the Bill of Rights guarantees "...the right of the people peaceably to assemble, and to petition the government for a redress of grievances." This includes demonstrating in Washington D.C. So you have decided to redress a ... more »

How to Organize a Food Drive

By eHow Culture & Society Editor

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Organizing a food drive is a good way to contribute to the fight against hunger. A successful food drive can feed hundreds or thousands of people in need. If your organization wishes to hold a food drive, the following suggestions will make it ... more »

How to Organize a Relay Racing Team

By eHow Culture & Society Editor

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A relay race can be a very rewarding thing to accomplish, much like running a marathon or achieving any big goal that you have set forth and accomplished through a long journey. How you go about organizing a relay racing team depends on the goals ... more »

How to organize and hold a public event

By ABlackbear

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One of the most challenging but most rewarding things one can do is organizing and holding a public event where at the least....hundreds are expected to show up. I will walk you through this process. If you are doing this for a non-profit ... more »

How to Outdo the Neighbor's Tiresome Music

By airesflora

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So your neighbor feels the world loves his or her music as much as they do. They continually blast their stereo day and night and you are wondering if you can tolerate one more minute of ooom pah pah, or low pitched base rythym that causes your ... more »

How to Overcome Fear and Feel Passion

By Jill Dutton

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Life is an adventure to be felt and explored. To have passion is to learn to feel this "aliveness" on a daily basis. Usually, fear keeps us paralyzed and we miss out on the opportunity to incorporate passion and adventure into our lives. Read on ... more »

How to Overcome Shyness And Enjoy Your Life

By Ellie Ward

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I am not the only one who suffered from shyness and had problems showing my best qualities in front of people I barely knew. I found my own techniques and I stepped out of my shyness and started enjoying my life more... more »

How to Overcome Temptations Not to Pray

By Kathy Bruins

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“Watch ye and pray, lest ye enter into temptation. The spirit truly is ready, but the flesh is weak.” (Mark 14:38) Life is full of distractions in which many are important or good things to do…children need to be cared for, work needs to be done, ... more »

How to Participate in the Chaco Recycle Program

By AprilEClark

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Chaco sandals are made for adventure by a green-friendly company based in Paonia, Colorado. The company is also dedicated to helping charitable organizations worldwide with its recycle program... more »

How to Pass a Federal Law

By eHow Culture & Society Editor

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Passing a federal law in the US is no easy task. Miles of red tape and complex bureaucratic procedures make this a difficult objective to accomplish. With some expertise and knowledge of the maze of congress, you may be able to help pass a ... more »

How to Pass Gas Quietly

By eHow Culture & Society Editor

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It happens to everyone. You're out in public, and you find yourself suddenly needing to pass gas. You don't want to draw attention to yourself, but it's becoming rather painful to hold it in. You'll eventually fart whether you want to or not, so ... more »

How to Perform a Pagan House Cleansing

By Jenn McFadyen

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Moving into a new place is an exciting time. If you want to start off on a clean slate by removing old or negative energy out of the home left by previous occupants, you'll want to perform a cleansing. A house cleansing should be a celebration ... more »

How to Perform a Smudging Ritual

By reginapaul

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Smudging is the act of wafting smoke over yourself and/or your possessions in order to purify them. The idea behind this is that people and things can collect energy that is not always good. When it is not good, it can affect us in ways that ... more »