Edition 44, Page 6

I’m looking for some help controlling my anger

I've been having problems controlling my temper lately. It's gotten to the point that I stupidly lashed out at someone I truly care about and have taken our relationship backwards from a very wonderful place.

Before anyone states it, no, I'm not looking for an anger management group. I don't  read more >

What am I to do?

Contributor: Anonymous

My mother depended on my father for driving until his death in 2006, shortly after I graduated high school. I stayed in town to support her and my siblings while attending community college and working part-time. Since then I've been driving her, my siblings- who are now in middle and high school- and myself everywhere.

Needless to say, managing 5 schedules, and new man-of-the house responsibilities took it's toll and I have 9 credit hours and 4 academic suspensions to my name at 2 different colleges.  read more >

Sick & Tired of Being Sick & Tired, Part 8—Physical Activity Suggestions

Do not ignore symptoms…don't be presumptuous regarding your health. If you are experiencing symptoms of illness; have been diagnosed with a disease process; if you are pregnant, nursing or desiring to become pregnant, you should  read more >

My Messy Pets

Contributor: Anonymous

We messies love our pets. But pets can make our houses messier and dirtier. There are few things worse than walking into a house that a dog or cat has "marked." Here are some tips for keeping your house smelling fresh when you have pets.

The first, most important thing is good housebreaking. It's much easier to deal with pet odors when pets never learn to use the house as their toilet. (Of course, there will be accidents. We'll deal with that in a minute.) With puppies and dogs, your best friend will be a pet taxi or home kennel.  read more >

Caregiving Tips

Contributor: Anonymous

You have begun a very important journey. The information in this Guide will assist you in finding your way through the challenges and opportunities of caregiving.

There are about 15 million caregivers in the United States caring for someone over 50.(1) In addition, there are millions of families made-up of grandparents raising their grandchildren and the number continues to grow. Family caregivers provide at least two-thirds of all home care services in the US.  read more >

Slim Tips on the Cheap and the Right Time to Exercise

Do the ads for expensive fitness equipment, pricey gym memberships and overpriced weight loss programs have you down? No need to get bent out of shape financially just to keep in shape physically. Here are seven skinny tips to burn the fat without burning a hole in your wallet.  read more >