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If you have the storage space, I would suggest buying larger amounts of food. This reduces shopping time and usually saves money. I frequently buy food that will not spoil in 5 to 25 pound bags. Some items, such as flour, will be kept in the freezer to preserve freshness. Other items, such...

Red rice is my favorite! Brown rice and black rice are also delicious. Eating all three colors provides extra variety.

Is there anything that will help a broken bone to heal faster? Specifically one of the sesamoid bones in the foot. (a somewhat slow healing bone) I found the thread by Prince regarding using milk thistle to heal bones faster. Does anyone have ANY other suggestions?

I've never done any long term traveling. It sounds like an adventure!! I'd LOVE to try it!!! A couple of websites that may be of interest. Cheaprvliving.com Living in a Small RV: Introduction - TYNAN I know you aren't planning on retiring, but there are some good ideas on this website...

Different people mature at different rates. I suspect that is why state laws often allow for people under 18 to get married with parential permission. It may be true that people married younger a few centuries back. I believe it's also true that folks back then didn't live nearly as long.

There are some bad cops. Unfortunately, there are also a BUNCH of bad legislators (in both parties!) perpetually passing absurd new laws. So the final result is bum cops enforcing stupid laws. I'm not an anarchist. I believe a criminal justice system is necessary. The current system is...

Physical therapy would be the best choice on your list. I believe it will also take the most education. If you can't, or aren't interested in going to school that long, a physical therapy assistant earns reasonable wages. The PT assistant course are often 2 years long. Here is a link to more...

Check the crime statistics in the area you are considering.

There is a huge difference between forgiving someone and forgetting what they have done in the past. Forgiving someone does NOT necessarily mean forgetting what they have done in the past. Some things are impossible to forget. Forgiveness involves letting go of negative emotions we hold...

Speed walking is a whole lot more challenging than regular walking! It doesn't look all that difficult. It doesn't seem tiring or difficult at first, but after several miles it becomes serious EXERCISE!!!

That is an interesting and thought provoking article. Thanks for posting it. I wonder if childhood obesity is linked to a poor bond between the mother and child, then why has there been an increase in childhood obesity. Is a strong bond between parents and children less common today than in...

There are some GREAT deals on wedding dresses online. Much better prices than typically found in local bridal shops.

Thanks for posting this informative video.

I don't know your reasons for considering a second home. So this may be irrelevant, but another option is to consider the United States territories such as Puerto Rico. There are quite a few little Islands that are US possessions. If you claim residence on these Islands, I don't believe you...

LAM, you are correct on the history of the Delorean car company. (Wikipedia has a good article about the Delorean) I'm a bit confused, not sure which car company I was thinking of now.