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How to Make Simple Syrup

Family Balance Sheet

Once sugar is dissolved, place a lid on the pan and remove from heat to steep for an hour. Kitchen Economics Recipes - Sauces Recipes - Beverages' How to Make Herbal Simple Syrup 1/2 cup sugar. 1/2 cup water. 1/4 cup packed fresh herb - mint, lavender, lemon verbena, or pineapple sage. Store in the refrigerator. Thanks for reading.

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Delayed Gratification: A Strategy to Curb Over-Spending and Secure A Sound Financial Future

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

In economics-speak, this kind of person has a “ flat discount function ,” meaning he values tomorrow almost as much as today and is therefore able to delay gratification. On one end of the spectrum was the person who agreed to take $21 in a month—to essentially wait a month in order to gain just $1.

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