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Today, the gift of a floral bouquet is appreciated for the flowers themselves, the floral arrangement design, perhaps the fragrance and sometimes for an implied message. But in Victorian times, a gift of flowers was a means of sharing unspoken messages. Learn more about the fascinating language of flowers. ...
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Reliable Fence and Rail in Wickliffe has failed to respond to several complaints concerning delays in providing agreed-upon services, honoring warranties, providing promised refunds, and failing to begin projects after taking deposits. Reliable Fence and Rail has an “F” rating with BBB. Not so reliable, after all. ...
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Many self-help strategies and products are advertised in the media. They can be expensive and don’t necessarily have a proven benefit. Instead, we suggest an important tool that anyone can learn to implement that does not have to cost any money and has scientifically proven benefits for both your body and brain: Developing a mindfulness practice. ...
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Senior cats can live long, healthy lives if we learn how to take care of their changing needs. Cats can live 20 years or more, so here are nine tips to ensure your cat ages with optimum health and comfort. ...
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The Social Security Administration encourages you to provide your race and ethnicity information on your or your child’s application for a new or replacement SSN card. This information will help us better understand and serve all our current and future customers. ...
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Wondering how to best spend your time in retirement? Perhaps it's the best time to return to your hobbies from your youth. Ron Scroggy returned to photography and now has a beautiful coffee table book to his name. He loved the career he had and now loves his retirement lifestyle. He’s taken a hobby and turned it into what he loves. The childhood dream has become a reality. ...
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If you did not apply for Medicare Part B (medical insurance) within three months before or after turning age 65, you have another chance each year during the General Enrollment Period, which runs from January 1 to March 31 every year. ...
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Love is in the air as we approach Valentine’s Day. Whether you have a partner or are single in the city, get ready to rock date night. There is no reason to look dowdy, whether this is your first or 50th night out. Here are my fashion ideas to look fabulous with minimal effort. ...
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