Jean has a degree in English from Alma College. Her areas of expertise include graphic design, gardening, landscaping, cooking, baking, self improvement and history. Websites she maintains include http://jmtpubs.tripod.com and http://www.easyngoodfood.com
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What is a payday loan, and why would anyone need one? Payday lenders advertise heavily on television and present their services as a way for the working poor to make ends meet, but the downsides to these loans often outweigh their benefits. This article explores the nature of payday loans and cash advances, the realities of using payday loans and options for borrowers seeking short-term credit.
Words: 1247 Downloads: 0 Category: Personal Finance By: jeantypeWhether a homeowner wants to save money on irrigation costs or faces water restrictions during the summer months, he or she may want to consider planting a drought-tolerant landscape. Xeriscaping allows gardens to thrive in dry conditions and makes the best use of whatever rain falls. This article offers a brief overview of xeriscaping and how gardeners across the US and Canada can make use of its principles.
Words: 1086 Downloads: 0 Category: Gardening By: jeantypeWhat´s so great about fiber? Why is fiber added to processed food products? The health benefits gained by increasing fiber consumption are numerous, and fiber-rich foods are tasty. Many have a wonderful texture and mouth-feel and they are filling. Also, fiber-rich foods add texture and bulk to dishes in which they are added. Fiber helps an individual manage his or her weight and promotes both cardiovascular and digestive health.
Words: 618 Downloads: 0 Category: Nutrition By: jeantypeIf you love spring flowers but are short on space or funds, consider planting a bed of minor bulbs. These aren´t as popular as daffodils, tulips or hyacinths, but the minors put on a spectacular display, withstand rigorous weather and soil conditions and fit small spaces more easily than their larger rivals.
Words: 742 Downloads: 0 Category: Gardening By: jeantypeFear is the normal response to threatening situations. To experience fear during a robbery is a survival mechanism; to experience fear just because you heard a rumor concerning your job is not. This article explores how fear affects a person physically and emotionally, why people seem to be more afraid today and what to do about it.
Words: 1070 Downloads: 0 Category: Mental By: jeantypeIf "one of those days" starts to look like the first day of the rest of your life, here are some steps to take that will help keep one´s outlook on the sunny side.
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