Lifestyle Columns
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Trouble began when lenders couldn't fund their own loansNov 05, 2010 11:00 pm - Last year, I unwisely committed to writing an article on mortgage insurance for an international encyclopedia. When all too soon it became time to deliver, I realized th...
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Preaching school bus driver wins free rentNov 04, 2010 11:00 pm - The Lord works in mysterious ... scratch that. The way this story comes together so perfectly, the obvious happy ending features less mystery than an uplifting offering ...
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Give your oven a tuneup before holidays hitNov 04, 2010 11:00 pm - With the holidays just around the corner, it's time to fire up the oven and start cooking. Even if you aren't the cook, you still might be responsible for firing up the ...
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Be cautious when planning for outdoor security lightingNov 03, 2010 11:00 pm - Q. I am interested in adding some outdoor security lighting at my home. I want to do it in the most efficient manner and I don't want to add significantly to night l...
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Bargain hunting for a home inspectorNov 03, 2010 11:00 pm - Q. I am buying a home and need to hire a home inspector, but they are so expensive. How can I find an inspector who charges a reasonable price? A. Ho...
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How to speed the house-hunting processNov 03, 2010 11:00 pm - There's no rule of thumb to suggest how many homes a buyer should preview before making an offer, but there are several steps to take in order to expedite the selection ...
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Football mom competes in annual souper bowlNov 01, 2010 11:00 pm - While their sons are running plays on the football field each week, Kim Lila and a friend are on the sidelines, passing a soup bowl back and forth in a competition of th...
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Youthful New Zealand wines poised for growthNov 01, 2010 11:00 pm - As New Zealand wines stampede into the suburbs and Chicago, you may think that our “Good Wine” column has given short shrift to Kiwi country. Not so, dear reader. First,...
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Fall in love with chicken saladNov 01, 2010 11:00 pm - A couple of weeks ago, we urged you to make a big batch of poached chicken and freeze some for later. Well, later is now, so take the chicken out, put it in the refriger...
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How healthy are egg whites over whole eggs?Nov 01, 2010 11:00 pm - Q. How much could I cut calories and saturated fat if I bake with egg whites instead of whole eggs? A. The amount of fat saved depends on how many whole eggs you re...