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Archive for July 2007

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July 9th, 2007

Share Your Music

When you grow up in a family of eight, the entertainment budget is pretty much non-existent. Still, we were able to find ways to enjoy and share music without spending a lot of money. We all had different tastes; my parents loved classical and opera, I was into blues and some pretty heavy stuff, my [...]

By Deborah Ng -- 2 comments

July 8th, 2007

Is Free Internet Access Worth It?

Is it worth it to enroll in a plan offering free or very low cost Internet access? While your wallet says “yes” many people who use these services say “no.”
Most free Internet plans are for dialup access. The reason they’re free is because they want you to view advertisements. So while you’re typing or surfing, [...]

By Deborah Ng -- 2 comments

July 4th, 2007

24 Uses for Newspapers

Are all your old newspapers stacking up while waiting for a visit from the recycling truck? Not only is it unsightly, but it’s a pain to contain. If you’re looking for other things to do with your old newspapers besides stack and wait, have I got a list for you.
Behold: 24 Uses for Newspapers

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By Deborah Ng -- 8 comments

July 2nd, 2007

Free Concerts: An Enjoyable Way to Spend the Evening

My family spent Saturday evening having a picnic dinner on the lawn of the local middle school. There was a free concert to be followed by fireworks. The different acts were entertaining, there was a rock band, a high school band and lots of oldies and dance music. My husband and son tossed a football [...]

By Deborah Ng -- 1 comment

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