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P.E.P. for the Week of January 24-28, 2010- Adjustment Edition

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Taking it now or in the summer is not a huge deal. Plus, I am presenting at two conferences this month so I have to get ready for those. So in an effort to make things a bit more manageable, I have decided to cancel my course for next month. This really was a hobby adventure anyways.

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Exploring a New Town

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I moved in 2010 to the region in which I currently live. Check Out Daily Deal Sites. Some of the coolest things can come out of daily deal sites if you check them on a regular basis. It’s made up of several cities and towns to make the region. Moving away to another town can hinder your ability to be creative and stay busy.

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5 Tips for the Beginning Gardener

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Our backyard gets a lot of sun, so it isn’t a big deal for us. Ways To Reuse Old Items For Your Container Garden How to Garden Over Winter: Key Strategies for Success How to Grow Your Own Organic Vegetables It’s Time to Plan Your Frugal Spring Garden Harvest Report 2010. Be sure to plan out where you will keep your plants.

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Seven Retirement Lessons Learned

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I have been since April 7, 2010. In 2010, my company was just preparing to do their first round of recession related layoffs. Lesson Four – Deal with Company Retirement Plans. I’m retired! Hubby retired in July 2007. We found that we could afford it (Happy, happy days!). Remember to include taxes as an expense.

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Live The Life You Imagine

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Sure, there may have been some things happen that were beyond your control, but it’s the choices we make and the way we deal with the challenges that come up in life, that create the life we find ourselves leading. I know; that can be a tough thing to accept, but it’s true. Make Life Better for Yourself: Change Your Attitude How’s Your Life?

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Saving Money On Las Vegas

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I first went to Las Vegas in 2010, for a buddy’s bachelor party. There’s also a Hooters hotel (which is as cheesy as you’d expect, but clean and functional) and a Motel 6 that offer similar deals, both of which are only a few minute walk away from all the action. What kinds of deals did you find? .

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How To Recover From A Home Fire

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Andi has a blog about her house burning to the ground in the Boulder wildfires of 2010 and it brings tears to my eyes. Understand That Dealing With Loss Takes Time. You need to fully understand what will be covered and what won’t be – before you start contracting for cleaning and repair services.

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