Tuesday, July 19, 2011

What happens when a cat rescue fails

He was an adorable cat who showed up at the door.  It was easy to catch him and take him to the vet.  Then something went horribly wrong.  Here's what happens when a cat rescue goes wrong:

http://www.associatedcontent.com/article/8247319/what_happens_when_a_cat_rescue_goes.html?cat=53

Tuesday, July 12, 2011

Is the art of thrift dead?

And what's the difference between doing something thrifty and practicing the art of thrift?  See:

http://www.associatedcontent.com/article/8228151/is_practicing_the_art_of_thrift_dead.html?cat=7

Thursday, June 23, 2011

How to say no to being a bridesmaid

There are many reasons why you might want to decline to be a bridesmaid but are reluctant to do so lest you hurt the bride's feelings.  Here are the steps you need to follow to decline effectively:

http://www.associatedcontent.com/article/8172829/seven_steps_to_saying_no_to_being_a.html?cat=23

Thursday, June 16, 2011

Father's Day and the Waltons

Whether you were a fan when the TV series aired in the '70s or have just recently discovered the Waltons, you've probably noticed some obvious character traits in the character of John Walton, Sr.

Here's a Father's Day remembrance of the series, the character, and actor Ralph Waite:

http://www.associatedcontent.com/article/8150443/fathers_day_and_remembering_the_waltons.html?cat=2

Tips for every mother of the bride

Are you questioning your sanity?  Are you concerned that your wife might be the only mother of the bride who's pulling out her hair?  Here are some tips on how to survive being a mother of the bride:
http://www.associatedcontent.com/article/8109541/mother_of_the_bride_how_to_survive.html?cat=23

Wednesday, June 1, 2011

Scientists discover new, quicker way to treat latent TB

Researchers at Vanderbilt University have announced a major breakthrough in the treatment of latent tuberculosis, the more common form of the disease:

http://www.associatedcontent.com/article/8070761/researchers_report_breakthrough_in.html?cat=5

Do you want to practice extreme couponing?

Millions of Americans, fans of TLC's Extreme Couponing series, do.  However, there are some flaws in the logic that makes it all look so easy:

http://www.associatedcontent.com/article/8049823/whats_wrong_with_tlcs_extreme_couponing.html?cat=2

Monday, April 25, 2011

Could your teenager be suffering from orthorexia nervosa?

These two words are a mouthful, but they describe a problem associated with a fixation on healthy eating:

 http://www.associatedcontent.com/article/7986539/is_your_teenager_suffering_from_orthorexia.html?cat=70

Who really was Mary Surratt?

The history books teach us that she was hanged for conspiracy involving the assassination of Abraham Lincoln.  But who exactly was Mary Surratt?

http://www.associatedcontent.com/article/7982941/who_was_the_real_mary_surratt.html?cat=37

Tuesday, April 19, 2011

Are you being forced to change vets?

Many pet owners find themselves in a position where they have to change vets when they don't want to do so.  Maybe the old practice isn't compatible any longer.  Or perhaps it's been sold.  Here's what to do when you have to change vets when you don't want to:

http://www.associatedcontent.com/article/7856474/how_to_change_vets_when_you_dont_want.html?cat=53

Wednesday, April 6, 2011