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Needs vs. Wants – Which Is Which?

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If you live in Arizona, you probably think air conditioning is a need, but if you live in Wisconsin, perhaps not. The Amish, due to their chosen simple lifestyle, probably have a somewhat different perspective than most of us on what is considered a need vs a want. What is a need?

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It’s Harley Time – But Is It Worth the Cost?

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In the early 1900′s two enterprising young entrepreneurs invented this motor bike in their Milwaukee Wisconsin homes. A bit of Harley trivia. William Harley and friend Arthur Davidson were just in their twenties when they tinkered around to invent the concept.

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5 Reasons Why You Should Meditate

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of the University of Massachusetts Medical School , recorded the brain waves of stressed-out employees of a high-tech firm in Madison, Wisconsin. They learn to be aware of where their attention is focused and not get stuck on a certain area.” Jon Kabat-Zinn, Ph.D. ,