Articles written by Janienne Jennrich

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Fun Party Ideas for Pre-Teen Boys or Young Teens: Cool Boy Themes for Birthday Parties or Youth Group Events

Category: Children's Parties

Coming up with great ideas for parties or group events for boys can be a challenge. Keeping a bunch of young boys busy requires some super fun and active ideas. more...

A Review of DragonFable Free Online RPG: Intro to Dragon Fable: A No-Cost Internet Role-Playing Game to Play

Category: Role-Playing Video Games

DragonFable is a free online role-playing game full of exciting animated fantasy quests. This RPG is fun for players about ages 13 to 106 who enjoy a good battle. more...

AdventureQuest RPG at Mid-Level Guardian Play: Awesome Adventure Quest Role-Playing Game Action in Levels 50+

Category: Role-Playing Video Games

When playing at higher levels, the AdventureQuest free online role-playing game (RPG) world becomes more intense, exciting, and vast. What is AQ like after level 50? more...

Review of Clark College in Vancouver, Washington: Educational Campus Choice in WA State Near Portland, Oregon

Category: College Reviews

Clark College is the 2nd largest college in Washington State's system of community colleges. This is a 2-year degree or transfer choice with online classes for students. more...

Review of a Casauri Computer Laptop Carrying Bag: Information about a Good Lightweight & Simple Envelope Laptop Case

Category: Computer Hardware/Accessories (general)

A laptop computer is a big investment and the laptop bag that protects it should be equal in quality. The minimalist Casauri Envelope Laptop Case is one good choice. more...

Adventure Quest Free Online RPG: Introduction to AdventureQuest Cool Fun Internet Role Playing Game

Category: Online Games

Adventure Quest is an Artix online RPG offering exciting free web based game play for pre-teens, teens, and adults. Is this role playing game worth one's internet time? more...

Senior Citizen Runs Marathon: 80 Year-Old Completes Major Run with Granddaughter in San Diego

Category: Senior Fitness

San Diego Rock 'n' Roll Marathon includes seniors competing with runners of all ages. One older adult and granddaughter ran together in 2008 in Grandpa's longest run. more...

Senior Citizen College Discounts: Financial Aid for Seniors for BA Degree Programs & Online Courses

Category: Seniors/Grandparents (general)

Ways for senior citizens & adults to save on college courses through searching for financial aid, student loans, online degree programs, grants, & life experience credit. more...

The Parc Aquarium du Québec Canada: Vacation and Travel Ideas - Visit a Beautiful Living Aquatic Museum

Category: Quebec Travel

Nature loving travelers to Québec City, Canada may enjoy visiting the Parc Aquarium du Québec to interact with fish, reptiles, amphibians, invertebrates & marine mammals. more...

Birthday Party Ideas for Grandma: Best B-Day Celebration Themes for Grandmother, Gma, Granny or Nana

Category: Senior Leisure Activities

Senior citizens love a good b-day party as much as anyone. Here are lovely and fun birthday party themes and ideas fit for a senior grandmother. more...

American Idol Top 4 Singers 2008: Final 4: David Cook, Jason Castro, Syesha Mercado & David Archuleta

Category: Reality TV Gossip

The American Idol Top 4: David Cook, Syesha Mercado, David Archuleta, Jason Castro. May 6 theme was "Rock and Roll Hall of Fame." The top 3 May 7, 2008. more...

Hawaiian Luau Visitors' Trip Tips: Vacation Travel Information on Authentic Hawaii Maui Island Feasts

Category: Hawaii Travel

Most visitors to Hawaii enjoy attending a luau, but what should one expect to see and eat? Here is general luau information and descriptions of two Maui Hawaiian feasts. more...

American Idol Top 6 Singers 2008: America's Singing Competition Down to Last Six Contestants for '08

Category: Reality TV Gossip

American Idol Top 6: Show Loses Kristy Lee Cook of Oregon: Will the winner be David Archuleta, Carly Smithson, Jason Castro, Syesha Mercado, Brooke White, or David Cook? more...

A Migraine Sufferer's Cookbook: Book Review: Treating Chronic Headaches with Additive Free Foods

Category: Chronic Illness Treatments

A review of the book "A Migraine Sufferer's Cookbook." Find out how to manage painful chronic migraine headaches by eating right with natural recipes and tested advice. more...

Business Text Messaging Shorthand: Workplace Texting - Office Email Meanings

Category: Cell Phones

Business instant message jargon in cell phone IMs, e-mails, and online chatting. A dictionary guide to office and workplace shorthand, acronyms, and text code meanings. more...

Mother's Day Afternoon Tea Party: Tea Parties for Mom: Tips and Ideas for Mother's Teatime Gift

Category: Holiday Entertaining

An English afternoon tea party for Mom on or near Mother's Day can be easy, fun, fancy or elegant. Choose from these simple ideas and treats. Or take Mother out for tea. more...

Very Best Vegetarian Cookbook Ever: Laurel's Kitchen Veggie Recipes Book Serves Up Yummy Healthy Food

Category: Vegetarian Recipes

Review of Laurel's Kitchen, a vegetarian cookbook full of wholesome veggie recipes: casseroles, breads, salads, sandwich spreads, desserts and holiday party meal plans. more...

D.B. Cooper Parachute Found in WA: Skyjacker History Mystery May be Solved with Parachute Evidence

Category: Crime

Famous Skyjacker D.B. Cooper may have landed via parachute in Clark County, Washington near or in the town of Amboy, WA where kids found a tattered half-buried parachute. more...

Hawaiian Vacation with Grandkids: Hawaii A Great Trip Destination for Grandparents and Grandchildren

Category: Grandparenting

The beautiful Hawaiian Islands are a fun family vacation spot for grandparents with grandchildren. Share a getaway in the paradise of Hawaii with travel tips and ideas. more...

American Idol Teen Birthday Party: Have a Reality TV Singing Star Talent Show Theme Teenager B-Day

Category: Children's Parties

American Idol theme teen birthday party ideas - Also good for pre-teens, tweens or kids with cool activities based on the Hollywood reality TV talent singing competition. more...

A+ Yummy Breakfast Panini Recipes: Fast Easy Grilled Sandwiches to Make for Morning, Brunch, or Lunch

Category: Breakfast Recipes

Free hot grilled panini sandwich breakfast recipes; fast, delicious, and easy to make meal ideas for morning, brunch, lunch, or dinner. Ideas how to use a panini maker. more...

Restaurant Discounts for Seniors: Fast Food and Cafe Money-Off Deals for Older Adults and Seniors

Category: Senior Finances

Many popular restaurants and fast food places offer special money saving deals for senior citizens. There are great deals to be found for those fifty and older. more...

Selling Homemade Art Crafts Online: Etsy Website: How to Buy & Sell Cool Handcrafted Handmade Art Items

Category: Small/Home Business (general)

The Martha Stewart Show featured Etsy online mall & its lovely handcrafted arts and crafts. Make money from home selling direct to clients or buying from fine artists. more...

A Review of RuneScape Online MMORPG: Parent Information & Safety Concerns for a Huge Internet Video Game

Category: Role-Playing Video Games

Is RuneScape safe? This review of the RPG / MMORPG (Massively Multi-Player Online Role-Playing Game) examines its appropriateness or kids, tweens, and teens. more...

Survivor TV Party Theme Game Ideas: Challenges for Island Survival Themed Birthday Parties & Events

Category: Entertaining (general)

TV Survivor challenges for tribes or teams. Fun ideas for planning Survivor TV party games for birthdays, luau beach parties, and holiday island themed party events. more...

Pre-Planned Birthday Party Themes: Reviewing Special Complete Boxed Party Packages for Entertaining Fun

Category: Entertaining (general)

A review of unique birthday party packages from Posh Party Box and how to plan a fun b-day for kids, teens or adults with awesome, clever party supply goods and favors. more...

Norway Doomsday Seed Saving Vault: Svalbard Global Seed Bank Open on Norwegian Island in Arctic Circle

Category: Environmental Activism

Global Issue: Svalbard Global Seed Saving Vault, dubbed the Doomsday Vault, on a Norwegian island in the Arctic Circle. A Noah's Ark for saving organic garden seeds? more...

American Idol David Archuleta 2008: Season 7 Realty TV Idols - Info on America’s New Singing Pop Star

Category: Reality TV Gossip

David Archuleta may be the American Idol Season 7 winner in reality TV's top singing talent show. Here is information on this sweet young man - Idol's new musical angel. more...

Sweet Love Words and Loving Quotes: Romantic Quotations & Poems for Gifts, Cards, and with Flowers

Category: Marital Communication

Loving words, sweet words of love, love poems and quotes are special on anniversary cards, in love letters, at weddings, in scrapbooking, in sweet notes and more. more...

Sweet Words for Mother's Day Cards: Loving Poems & Quotes for Mom to go with a Card, Gift & Flowers

Category: Holiday Entertaining

Mother's Day loving quotes, words, and poems are sweet to add to gifts and homemade cards for Mother. Love quotations & ideas to use in scrapbooking and crafts for Mom. more...

Uplifting Christian Funeral Music: Godly Inspirational Songs for a Loved One's Memorial Service

Category: Christian Music (general)

When planning a Christian or other religious funeral or memorial service for a loved one, uplifting spiritual music and songs are comforting to family and friends. more...

Television Changes in Feb. 2009: Free TV Watchers Need to Prepare to Switch to Digital Broadcasting

Category: Film/TV Industry (general)

Prepare for Feb. 17, 2009, when TV stations will begin broadcasting only digital signals, meaning older analog TVs won't work without converters. How to get free coupon. more...

How to Buy Diamonds of Quality: Buying a Good Diamond Engagement Ring, Anniversary Necklace, or Gift

Category: Rings (Jewelry)

Quality rating guide for diamonds in an engagement ring, anniversary 3-diamond ring, a beautiful diamond Journey necklace, wedding ring or a nice diamond jewelry gift. more...

The American Idol 2008 Top 24: Idol's 12 Guys and 12 Girls Chosen by Judges Cowell, Abdul, Jackson

Category: Reality TV (general)

The American Idol talent show top 24 contestants are picked and Fox T.V.'s American Idol Season 7 has begun. Here is information about the 2008 singers. more...

Seniors Citizen Reverse Mortgage: Facts / Tips About Mortgages that Pay Income to Seniors and Elderly

Category: Senior Finances

Facts, information, advice and tips about reverse home mortgages, popular with senior citizens to provide "income" from the equity value of a house in which one owns. more...

Best St. Patrick's Day Party Ideas: Fun Online Saint Paddy's Party Goods, Irish Music & Products Ideas

Category: Holiday Entertaining

Planning a St. Paddy's party? Here find resources for Irish music, food, Celtic gifts, party goods and Ireland themed novelties for fun St. Patrick's Day celebrations. more...

Teen Birthday Party Ideas & Themes: Teen's Birthdays: Cool Things to Do for Teenage B-Day Parties

Category: Entertaining (general)

Fun teen birthday party ideas, awesome fun teenage b-days themes, places to go, themed birthday activities for guy or girl parties, slumber party ideas, bowling party etc more...

Last Minute Valentine Gift Ideas: Easy St. Valentine’s Day Gifts for Guys, Girls, Friends & Family

Category: Entertaining (general)

What to get or do for the love of your life, friends, family, boyfriend, girlfriend, best friend, children, mom, dad, or grandparents as presents for St. Valentine's Day. more...

A John Deere Theme Birthday Party: Ideas for a Tractor or Farm Themed B-Day Celebration for Children

Category: Children's Parties

A free party planner full ideas and plans for the best kid's farm, John Deere tractor, and barnyard party ever. Perfect theme for country kids or fun for city children. more...

Best Fun Teenage Birthday Party Themes and Ideas: Teen Girls Party Planning and Fun Tips for Pre-Teens & Tweens

Category: Entertaining (general)

Teenager birthday parties ideas for girls (and maybe boys) - fun and perfect with girlfriends! Here are teen birthday party themes, also good for pre-teens and tweens! more...

Best Portland Places to Take Kids: Cool Family Fun Things to Do in Oregon with a Child or Children

Category: Oregon Travel

Portland, Oregon is fun for all ages and a great family vacation destination. Following are some good places to go that adults and kids will enjoy together as a group. more...

Tips to Be the Next American Idol: How to Give a Good Audiition or Get On America's Best TV Talent Show

Category: Reality TV (general)

How to approach a singing audition and get on the television singing competition American Idol. Ideas to get to Hollywood, on TV and funny tips on what not to do, too. more...

Birthday Party Themes for Mom: Ideas for Fun and Sweet B-Day Parties and Celebrations for Mothers

Category: Entertaining (general)

Mom usually plans birthday parties for the rest of the family. This year, give Mother a great party or celebration to make her birthday special with one of these themes. more...

Retirement Planning for Seniors: Preparation Tips, Websites, Books, and Info About Retiring from Work

Category: Senior Retirement

Help for senior citizens entering or planning for retirement. Here are resources to make retiring a positive life experience. Find financial, emotional and planning tips. more...

Preparing to Become a Grandparent: Home Preparation Tips for Expecting a First Grandchild

Category: Grandparenting

Becoming a grandma or grandpa is exciting. Here are ideas for preparing grandma's house to help support the new parents and keep the new grand baby safe and happy. more...

Ideas for Fixing & Flipping Houses: Real Estate Renovation & Refurbishment Low Budget Fixer-Upper Ideas

Category: Flipping Real Estate

Flipping real estate ideas for simple fix-ups with big impact. Make investment profits in by putting money toward the most important house renovations and improvements. more...

Teen Valentine Dance & Party Ideas: Fun Plans for Holiday Valentine's Day Dances and Parties for Teens

Category: Holiday Entertaining

Decorating tips, themes, activity ideas, music, and party ideas for a fun, cool and safe home, high school, or homeschool St. Valentine's Day party or dance more...

Fun St. Patrick’s Day Kids Ideas: Shamrock Games, Celtic Music, Irish Food Ideas for St. Paddy's Day

Category: Holiday Entertaining

Celebrate Ireland on Saint Patrick's Day (March 17) with fun activities, entertaining ideas, green décor, games, music, and more. Ideas for kids, parents and teachers. more...

Country Songs for Funeral Service: Country-Western Memorial Service Music Ideas, Lyrics and Artists

Category: Country Music (general)

Guide to country western funeral songs for a lovely funeral service. Old traditional songs, gospel and worship music, and other country music for funerals. Best songs. more...

Best Homeschool Graduation Gifts: Special & Thoughtful Homeschooling Graduate Present Ideas

Category: Homeschool Graduation

Graduating homeschoolers deserve memorable presents for their high school accomplishments. Here are great gift ideas for special homeschool graduates. more...

Valentine Craft Making Party Ideas: Ideas for a Kids Valentine's Day Card Crafting Home or School Event

Category: Scrapbooking & Paper Crafts

Make cards & gifts with friends at a Valentine's theme party. Ideas for activities, crafts, music, games, snacks and tips for a fun teacher Valentine's lesson plan more...

Sweet Love Words: Valentine Quotes: Loving Quotations for Sweethearts on Valentine's Day

Category: Scrapbooking & Paper Crafts

Free love quotes, quotes on life and love, love life quotes, I love you quotes, friendship quotes, best love words, words of friendship etc. for homemade cards & notes. more...

Best Thoughtful Baby Shower Gifts: Ideas of Presents to Buy for Newborn Babies and Give to New Mommies

Category: Baby Products

Need to buy a baby gift? New parents appreciate thoughtful, useful presents their infant can enjoy for a long time. Here are some great ideas for choosing gifts for Baby. more...

Uplifting Sensitive Funeral Music: Personal Inspirational Songs for a Loved One's Memorial Service

Category: World Music (general)

When planning a memorial or funeral service, music can be comforting and uplifting to mourners. Give the ceremony a personal touch, keeping in mind the dearly departed. more...

Remember Seniors on February 14: Thoughtful Ideas and Gifts for the Aging on St. Valentine's Day

Category: Seniors/Grandparents (general)

Seniors need to be remembered on holidays and Valentine's is no exception. Here are ideas for thoughtful gestures from children and family for senior citizens. more...

Best Fun Party Goods & Theme Ideas: Best Birthday Party Supplies & Entertaining Products to Buy Online

Category: Entertaining (general)

Theme party goods are available online for birthdays, holidays, entertaining, church events & teacher resources. Paper goods, party favors, decor & great fun theme ideas. more...

Advertising a Small Town Business: Special Marketing Ideas for Small Businesses

Category: Advertising (general)

Small town businesses have unique advertising opportunities for marketing products, stores, & services. See how small businesses can grow using local community resources. more...

Koko the Gorilla Needs Kids' Help: How Children Can Learn About & Help Endangered Gorillas & Great Apes

Category: Endangered Species

Children naturally want to help endangered species. Here are ways kids can help endangered gorillas with education, science activities, fund raisers, communication, etc. more...

A Girlfriends' Afternoon Tea Party: Planning Ideas for a Sweet Afternoon Tea Party for Lady Friends

Category: Entertaining (general)

A teatime event for lady friends is a lovely way to entertain. Read afternoon tea party planning, theme, food, table setting, decor, and gift ideas for close girlfriends. more...

Planning a Homeschool Graduation: How to Plan a Special, Memorable Event for a Graduating Homeschooler

Category: Homeschool Graduation

Ideas for organizing a homeschooling high school graduation ceremony and party. Planning tips on theme, invitations, guests, activities, party food, diploma, and more. more...

Valentine Afternoon Tea Party Tips: Ideas for Planning a Lovely Valentine's Day English Tea

Category: Holiday Entertaining

Plan a Valentine's Day English afternoon teatime with good ideas for decorating, recipes, & activities for a February tea. Tips for serving a sweet tea party to friends. more...

Best Delicious Party Punch Recipes: Good Non-Alcoholic Drinks & Beverages for Entertaining and Parties

Category: Beverage Recipes

Party punch bowl beverage ideas for holiday and special occasion parties like bridal and baby showers, weddings, etc. Three of the best highly rated punch recipes online. more...

Small Business Advertising Ideas: How to Advertise a Smaller Company with a Tight Budget

Category: Advertising (general)

Grow a small business to make bigger profits with low budget / high impact marketing ideas. Great advertising tips for self-employed people, small companies & businesses. more...

Kids Fun New Years Eve Party Ideas: Childrens New Year's Eve Event Planning, Tips & Easy Cool Activities

Category: Holiday Entertaining

Decorating tips, food, New Year themes, games, activity ideas, music, & party ideas for a fun & safe New Year's Eve for kids & pre-teens. Busy kids means happy parents. more...

Fast & Easy 3 Ingredient Cookies: Quick & Simple Three Ingredients Cookie & Bar Recipes

Category: Pies/Cookies/Squares

Easy recipes with only 3 ingredients. For holidays or any day, these great cookies & bars make the best snacks, gifts & party foods. Good recipes for kids to help make. more...

Updated Classic Board Game Gifts: Fun New Versions of Old-Fashioned Favorite Games Now Available

Category: Kids Products (general)

Old-school games like Scrabble & Life return with modern updates. Nostalgic board & dice games like Monopoly make good, fun gift ideas for kids, teens, seniors & family. more...

Christmas Carols Song Lyrics Sites: Best Christmas Caroling Songs and Christmas Song Words Online

Category: Holiday Entertaining

Go Christmas caroling with lyrics after searching favorite holiday songs on great Christmas carol websites. Print out words to both classic & funny Christmas songs free. more...

Fast & Easy 4 Ingredient Cookies: Quick & Simple Cookie & Bar Recipes for Snacks, Gifts & Party Food

Category: Pies/Cookies/Squares

Four easy yummy recipes with only 4 ingredients for everyday or any holiday. Cookies & bars for snacks, gifts, parties. M&M & peanut butter cookies for kids to help make. more...

Easy How to Make Gift Baskets Tips: Create a Simple Homemade Holiday Gift-Basket: Themes for Great Gifts

Category: Crafts (general)

Using easy themes & ideas, learn to make a fun or pretty handcrafted holiday gift basket as the perfect present for families, adults, senior citizens, teens, kids & pets. more...

Teen Christmas Party or Dance Tips: Fun Ideas for Holiday Parties and Christmas Dances for Teenagers

Category: Entertaining (general)

Decorating tips, themes, activity ideas, music, & party ideas for a fun, cool, & safe home, high school, or homeschool Christmas party or holiday casual or formal dance. more...

Fun Activities for Active Seniors: Crafts, Games, Party Ideas, and Holiday Tips for Senior Citizens

Category: Senior Leisure Activities

Ideas and tips for older adults at senior centers, in active-living situations, in senior citizen group homes, and at home. Fun activities for seniors and senior groups. more...

Long Distance Grandparents Tips: Keeping in Touch and Staying Close to Grandchildren Living Far Away

Category: Grandparenting

Ideas for grandparents who want to stay involved with their long distance grandkids. Tips for fun activities and games between Grandmothers, Grandfathers & Grandchildren. more...

Old-Fashioned Ginger Snaps Recipe: Bake the Best Ginger Cookies for Thanksgiving, Christmas or Everyday

Category: Pies/Cookies/Squares

This near 100 year-old recipe for ginger snap cookies will become a holiday family favorite. Delicious & crisp, rich & simple, these treats are great for gifts & snack. more...

Christmas Afternoon Tea Party Tips: Ideas for Planning a Holiday English Tea

Category: Holiday Entertaining

Christmas and holiday planning and entertaining ideas for a November / December English afternoon teatime gathering. Tips & recipes for serving a lovely winter tea party. more...

Afternoon Tea Party Planning 101: Elegant English Tea Entertaining Ideas & Tips for Beginners

Category: Entertaining (general)

English teatime events are a fun way to entertain friends. Beginner's ideas for preparing for a delicious afternoon of tempting treats, tasty tea and terrific table tops. more...

Writer Synonyms for the Word Said: Write Better with Lots of Ways to Say Said in Fiction & Dialog

Category: Writing Fiction (general)

When writing speech in stories & fictional work, capture emotions in the words chosen to convey how a character is speaking by writing "said" in unique and various ways. more...

Easy Games to Teach Writing Skills: Tips for Teaching Kids Creative Composition Without Handwriting

Category: Lesson Plan Help

5 fun ideas to teach children to think like writers, but without pencils! Students may say they hate writing when penmanship, grammar, and spelling are the real problems. more...

Homeschool Through High School: Ideas, Tips for Highschool Home Education through Graduation

Category: Homeschooling (general)

Benefits to homeschooling the high school years through to graduation. This is a rewarding time in home school life when teens bloom and learning together is fun. more...

Give or Get Fast Donations Online: Donate or Receive Money with Fundraiser Ideas

Category: Non-Profit Management (general)

Some online sites instantly connect donors with those in need of money or help for group charity fundraisers, personal life hardships, and other good causes. more...

Help Homeschooling When Mom's Sick: What to Do When Sickness Stops the Homeschool Parent - Teacher

Category: Homeschooling (general)

What to do when a home-school Mom or Dad gets sick. Planning ahead can get them rest and care when ill while the homeschooling kids still learn valuable lessons. more...

Teach Writing Without Handwriting: Ideas for Teaching Writing with No Penmanship Needed

Category: Homeschooling (general)

Many kids say they hate writing when it's really other tedious skills that stop them from thinking creatively. Here are tips on getting non-writers thinking like writers. more...

Memory Help for Senior Citizens: Simple Ideas to Help Elderly People Retain and Recall Memories

Category: Seniors/Grandparents (general)

Elderly seniors can forget even people and places they love. Read how to gently jog memory and relate to forgetful senior citizens with easy everyday activities. more...

Pros and Cons of Homeschooling: Deciding Whether to Homeschool or Not? Homeschool Choice Advice

Category: Homeschooling (general)

Trying to make the decision to educate children at home? Here are ideas, and pros and cons to be considered when deciding about teaching kids through homeschooling. more...

Help Deciding to Homeschool or Not: Making the Decision Whether to Home School Children - Ideas & Tips

Category: Homeschooling (general)

Thinking of homeschooling? Read helpful home education information about resources, laws, teaching, curriculum, socialization, support and financial & time commitments. more...

DragonFable Online RPG's Amulet Upgrade Review: Dragon Fable RPG Game - Is Buying a DragonAmulet Worth the Money?

Category: Role-Playing Video Games

DragonFable is a free online role-playing game (RPG) that offers a DF DragonAmulet upgrade for a one-time fee. Is the Dragon Amulet worth the cost? Is it cool? more...

Beginners Topsy-Turvy Cake Decorating & Baking: Ideas for Fondant Decorated Birthday Party Desserts & Wedding Cakes

Category: Baking/Decorating Cakes

Party or wedding guests will be delighted by a Topsy-Turvy Cake decorated with a unique theme. These unusual desserts with fondant icing are perfect for entertaining. more...

AQWorlds Final Alpha Testing July 2008: Guardians Test New AdventureQuest Worlds MMORPG

Category: Role-Playing Video Games

The highly anticipated live-action version of the free role-playing game (RPG) Adventure Quest completes its final alpha testing with the help of AQ Guardians and more. more...

Best Hawaiian Vacation Clothes to Pack: What Travel Clothing to Bring and Wear on a Trip to Hawaii

Category: Hawaii Travel

What clothes are best to pack for a great trip to Hawaii? For a Hawaiian Islands vacation, it's wise to think casual and also buy some local clothing for fun souvenirs. more...

Beach Party Birthday Theme Ideas: Planning Seaside or Pool B-Day Parties for Kids, Teens & Adults

Category: Outdoor/Backyard Entertaining

Party planning? Consider a summer beach party. Beach themed birthday parties are great for adults, teens, & kids with fun ideas for invitations, activities, decor & food. more...

Adventure Quest Online RPG Guardianship: A Review of a Free Internet Role Playing Game & Becoming a Guardian

Category: Online Games

AdventureQuest is an online RPG game offering exciting free play for pre-teens, teens, and adults. Is paying to upgrade to Guardian worth the one-time fee? more...

Birthday Party Ideas for Grandpa: Fun B-day Themes for Grandfather, Granddad, or a Senior Man

Category: Senior Leisure Activities

Find fun and unique senior men's birthday party ideas and themes for Grandpa. Grandfathers will love these family-friendly ideas to celebrate his special day. more...

American Idol 2008 David Cook: Cook Wins vs Archuleta in the Finale - May 2008 - An Awesome Show!

Category: Reality TV (general)

David Cook is the American Idol for 2008! At the finale, May 20 and 21, 2008, Cook was voted American Idol by 12 million votes over Archuleta. Idol's David Cook rocks! more...

American Idol Top 3 Singers 2008: Final 3 Contestants: David Cook, Syesha Mercado and David Archuleta

Category: Reality TV (general)

The American Idol Top 3: David Cook, Syesha Mercado, David Archuleta will sing May 12, 2008 for the two finale spots. Goodbye quotes from Jason Castro and Idol news. more...

Hawaiian Luau Teen Birthday Party: Hawaii Theme B-Day Parties, Dances: Ideas for Teens, Kids or Adults

Category: Outdoor/Backyard Entertaining

Pleasant Hawaiian luau dance and party ideas for teens and all ages: decorating, activities, favors, party food and drinks for a a Polynesian tropical island theme party. more...

American Idol Top 5 Singers 2008: Brooke White Leaves April 30: Final 4 America's Idols Contestants

Category: Reality TV (general)

American Idol Top 5 became the Top 4 on April 29 & 30. Left are David Cook, Syesha Mercado, David Archuleta, Jason Castro. Brooke White went home. Neil Diamond Starred. more...

Senior Citizens Going to College: University Courses, Online Degree Programs and Education for Seniors

Category: Seniors/Grandparents (general)

Info on college degree programs, university courses, online college degrees and courses, ideas for older adults to go to college, take classes, and be a student. more...

Skooba Computer Laptop Bag Review: Skooba Satchel 2.0: Stylish Case for MacBook or PC Notebook Computer

Category: Computer Hardware/Accessories (general)

A Review: The Skooba Satchel 2.0 cool laptop case protects computers in style, is high quality, loaded with features, and is available in unique colors for men and women. more...

Make Money Selling Art Online: Timbersong Business Profile: Wood Turning Artist Sells Bowls on Etsy

Category: Business Profiles (general)

How an arts and crafts woodworker is turning his hobby into a successful business online selling through Etsy, an art & craft mall website recommended by Martha Stewart. more...

Caring for Aging Elderly Parents: Support for Senior Citizen's Helping Care for Their Older Parents

Category: Seniors/Grandparents (general)

Advice and support for those younger seniors caring for their elderly parents or other relatives. Article covers physical and mental health, patience, senior depression. more...

A New Operation Rescue Kit Game: Review of Modern Fun Buzzing Surgery Game from Milton Bradley/Hasbro

Category: Kids' Toys

All about the new Operation Rescue Kit game: an old family favorite fun activity redesigned for today's electronic kids. New features and ailments to fix! 4 games in one! more...

How to Succeed in a Small Business: Franko's Maps Story: Quit a 9 to 5 Job, Work at Home & Make Money

Category: Business Success Stories

How to start a home business, increase sales, make money, and have business success. How Franko's Maps began and grew from a hobby into a money making business. more...

Hawaiian Real Dirt Shirts: Business Success: How Hawaii's Dirty Red T-Shirts Were Invented

Category: Business Success Stories

Read this Hawaiian paradise business success story about how one company overcame disaster, literally turning rags to riches and ended up prospering and making money. more...

Quotes & the Meanings of Flowers: What Florals Mean & Pretty Quotations and Poems about Blooms

Category: Improving Relationships

The language of flowers; the meanings of flowers and quotes. How floral bouquets show love, friendship, desire and joy. Love words, quotes and poetry about flowers. more...

Fun Dinosaur Theme Birthday Party: Planning Guide for a Cool Dino Themed Kid's B-Day Celebration

Category: Children's Parties

Have a cool dinosaur theme birthday party for children with fun activities, games, decorations, food, and favors for entertaining young paleontologist boys and girls. more...

Portland Art Museum Travel Guide: Visit Oregon Museum to View 40,000 Artwork Items and Masterpieces

Category: Oregon Travel

A guide to visiting the Portland Art Museum to see varied American, European, Asian, Native American, and African sculpture, photography, art, silver, artifacts and more. more...

A Fun Mexican Theme Birthday Party: Ideas for a Cinco de Mayo Holiday Fiesta or Birthday Celebration

Category: Entertaining (general)

Mexican fiesta ideas for entertaining, including food, decorations, activities, etc. for a birthday party, teen dance, senior citizen gathering, a reunion or just fun. more...

Portland Store Sells Junk for Art: Donate or Buy Recycled SCRAP Stuff at a Funky Artistic Reuse Shop

Category: Art & Society (general)

Portland, Oregon is a funky city, home to many fun, unusual art galleries and the cool "reuse" store, SCRAP, that proves one person's trash may be an artist's treasure. more...

Senior Citizen Deals and Discounts: Money-Off Offers for Active Seniors, Baby Boomers and Older Adults

Category: Senior Finances

Lots of money-saving senior citizen discounts on services, products and travel deals for adults 50 years and up. Find bargains from Kohls stores to National Parks. more...

Fun Survivor Theme Birthday Party: Coolest Tropical Island Reality TV Show Parties for Dad, Boys, Teens

Category: Entertaining (general)

Awesome ideas and resources for a Survivor reality television themed party. Perfect for birthdays, summer fun, picnics... all one needs except for host Jeff Probst. more...

March for Meals by Meals on Wheels: Help Senior Citizens with Volunteer Home-Delivery Program Fundraiser

Category: Seniors/Grandparents (general)

Meals On Wheels, a volunteer home-delivery senior citizen nutrition program, needs help with its fundraiser, "March For Meals" and "Mayors for Meals" awareness campaigns. more...

Homeschool Socializing Information: Homeschooling Students and Socialization Info and Resources

Category: Homeschooling (general)

Homeschool socialization information: Do homeschooling students have friends, enjoy fun school activities like team or individual sports, dances and a high school prom? more...

Advanced Text Messaging Code: Free Cell Instant Message Texting Codes Guide to IM Letter Meanings

Category: Cell Phones

Learn text codes used in instant messaging on cell phones, e-mail, and online texting. A dictionary guide to shorthand, lingo, acronyms, slang & text code meanings. more...

Easy Free Website Space on Squidoo: Make a Squidoo.com Single Web Page on Any Subject for Fun & Money

Category: Online Publishing (general)

A review of Squidoo, a community of one-page websites where anyone can set up a page for free and perhaps make income promoting articles, products, ebay auctions, etc. more...

Fun Cowboy Theme Birthday Party: How to Plan Cowboy Western Style B-day Parties for Kids, Teens, Dad

Category: Children's Parties

Howdy! Saddle up for a western birthday party theme with these fun ideas for decorations, activities, games, BBQ food, cake tips, favors, party goods, and invitations. more...

Fun College Birthday Party Theme: University or Alma Mater Theme B-Day Parties or Graduation Ideas

Category: Entertaining (general)

The college years are fun and perfect for planning an awesome party centered on the birthday student's college or a graduated adult's or senior's alma mater university. more...

The Meanings of Colors of Roses: What Flower Color Means - Love, Friendship, Purity, Romance & Caring

Category: Improving Relationships

Sending flowers means more than just a pretty gift. The color of blooms given may send a message from one's heart. Here find out the meanings of different rose colors. more...

American Idols Favorite Quotes: America's Favorite Reality Show - Cool Words from the Idol Top 24

Category: Reality TV (general)

Favorite quotes from Fox TV's American Idol top 24 contestants for Season 7, 2008.
How would Simon Cowell, Randy Jackson, and Paula Abdul judge these sayings? more...

Start a Cool Coffee House Business: How to Plan, Open & Run a Successful Java Shop or Cafe

Category: Small/Home Business (general)

Ideas for making a living by opening and owning a profitable money-making funky coffee shop, espresso bar, java cart, teahouse, cafe, or other fun beverage business. more...

Easy Income Selling Used Items: Tips to Make Money with Clothing at Consignment Shops

Category: Small/Home Business (general)

How to make money selling lightly used clothing at resale shops. Consignment shops are an easy way to make some part time income while clearing clutter out of the house. more...

Authentic St. Patrick's Day Places: Irish Celtic Products Stores & Ireland Inspired Things