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The pandemic has opened up a huge range of possibilities for maximizing the many years we may still have ahead of us. If downtime is not your thing, then you may want to explore working from home. Companies are hungry for reliable employees and experienced folks like us. The world needs what we have to offer, even from the comfort of our own homes!
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If it seems too good to be true, be sure to read the fine print. Sleeping certainly beats dieting and going to the gym, right? Despite the click-bait headlines, there are some important findings in recent studies that suggest more sleep can assist weight loss. There are also some reasons to be wary of the advice. ...
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When you’re ready to apply for Social Security retirement benefits, you can complete your application online in as little as 15 minutes at ssa.gov/retirement. You will be contacted if further information is needed. You can check the status of your application with your personal "my Social Security" account. ...
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Popular TV shows can misrepresent how heart attacks happen. They are caused by a blockage of blood flow to the heart; these blockages are caused by fat, cholesterol, and/or other substances that cause a build-up of plaque in arteries leading to the heart. Without blood, the tissue loses oxygen and can die. ...
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Do you and the grandkids have cabin fever? All you need are some colorful balloons for playful games, challenges and races that will help them let off steam while having fun. Transform a bleak winter's day into a festival of colorful laughter. ...
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Con artists are using phony “wrong number” texts to lure victims into conversation and falling for a scam. In this scam, you receive a text from someone you don’t know asking about a date. If you reply, even with a polite, “Sorry, wrong number,” the stranger responds anyway. If you continue to engage with the stranger (really a chatbot), it tries to trick you into registering for dating or adult websites. ...
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Everlastings may not be forever, but last a year or longer. When the green foliage of your houseplants tends to overwhelm, an arrangement of dried “everlastings” will break up the monotony. And pressing everlasting flowers provides unlimited options for craft projects. Plan now to include them in your garden for 2022. ...
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You can get so much accomplished on Social Security's website. Use your personal my Social Security account to check your Social Security record and complete your business conveniently and securely from home or on the go. ...
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